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    A number of us in the industry have come accross this problem on mainly older cars, but do include E36 & E39

    I also understand that it is a problem with Rover/BMW powered vehicles as well. Stray current caused by electrical components and additional wiring ie: wiring looms for amps may cause damage to the aluminium radiators in these vehicles. Radiator cores are insulated ( no earthed ) by the plastic end tanks. When installing new or even with existing radiators, it is prudent to fit an earth strap buy means of a speed clip and screw to the aluminium bracket on the top of the radiator to the earth pole on the L/H inner guard and only use BMW Coolant. We can supply this coolant for $15 per 1.5 litre bottle, incl GST. We are doing this on every radiator replacement.

    Cheers

    Glenn

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    5 seconds into first attempt, screams and hits computer... Doesn't look like 18 years sailing helped me with that one haha

    I was just thinking (it hurt too)....if you dyed your hair and tried again.... would that help ????

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    how much does it cost roughly do that sort of a conversion in a 95 e36 320i?

    nice work by the way looks mint!

    I purchased the 318 TI Mtech for $2500...the doner 328I coupe for $4000

    It took us 4 days to do the original conversion, using alot of new parts....every thing to do will cooling system is brand new. The car owes me approx $13,000 now not including labour. Read the whole thread...I'm sure I've explained it all... was easy to do...you could probably do it cheaper cause y'rs is already a 6 cylinder and my costs include tyres, brakes, diff, exhaust, rear suspension and the "cert".

    I'd also like to add that it's certified at 75mm, because its all done properly. "Safety must come first"

    Getting back to your question tho....I'd say about $6,000 to $8,000 depending on where you get the motor & box from and if you do it yourself. 2 people @ 4 days in a workshop costs $$$$$$ and it will costs more if you use engine/gearbox after 1997, due to canbus systems. Both the cars I used were 1997. The engine & gearbox systems are split from body systems, ABS & SRS.

    And thankyou for the comments

    Come and have a look on the 16th

    Cheers

    Glenn

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    If you guys are prepared to wait 1 more week, which makes the function 16th June.

    I can get the first and only one of its kind in NZ 335 I Motor Sport Coupe in red on black

    It'll be absolutely brand new on the day and the first one to arrive in NZ

    Hope this will suit everybody... I am also trying to negotiate an M6 as well from a customer

    Cheers

    Glenn

    BMW NZ are going to confirm this by email next week...its still on the boat but gets here first week of June

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    I have spoken to Kevin @ Auto Trans..our transmission specialist (09) 3092538

    He said that he has not done that, if pin configeration is wrong, transmission is probably slightly different.

    Did the "mechanics" check valve body porting before changing valve bodies ??? The porting is likely to be different. This would need to be rechecked...if its different you'll need to do a correct trans swap or fix the old one.

    Cheers

    Glenn

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    What's your name mate? You've been very helpful to date!

    Do you sell cables?

    Glenn here

    Yes we can supply a cable...however it needs checking first...it may not be the cable.

    People sometimes drop the gearbox down when working on the car without releasing the cable from the bracket on the gearbox, this bends it and makes it stiff. Could also be something else tho

    Cheers

    Glenn

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    When dirving in a straight line in my 94 320i coupe it feels like the left side of the car is driving on ovals, can a tyre shop confirm this? Could anything else cause it?

    The auto shifter is rather sticky or tough to move, how can I ease it up?

    I'll post a few more when I get the time,

    Cheers in advance,

    Jared.

    Possibly is a tyre & yes a tyre shop can confirm this...get the tyres checked first

    Y'r auto shift cable is probably bent or worn internally

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    I have medium case Glenn, nothing small.

    Will

    Thanks Will... but that wont work....cant swap the 318 TI axles into it. Circlip and seal positions are wrong and TI's run smaller CV joints on the axles. You can swap them around in E30's because the flange spacings and bolt sizes are the same. 318 TI's are different.....we tried today

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    Ring Keith @ H&R Ph. 021378902

    He can give you springs to suit the ride height you want.

    Real good guy & knows his stuff....did my car for me

    If you get 2nd hand Bilsteins, Chris @ Suspension tech can reco them & mod them to suit for you. He did my rears...shortened the bodies & shafts Ph. (09)2731232 or 0272145325

    Cheers

    Glenn

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    Sadly, its a sign of the times that we now live with in NZ

    When I was younger, we had discipline @ home

    Discipline @ school

    This taught self discipline & respect

    Respect for others, and the respect for others property

    Now, we have neither

    AND OUR GOVT IS REDUCING THE AMOUNT OF DISCIPLINE THAT CAN BE GIVEN @ HOME & SCHOOL ????

    Where the hell are we going ???

    PS .. There are a hell of alot of really good young people out there.....but unfortunately we are breeding more idiots

    Just my 2cents worth

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    All confirmed

    Thanks to the generousity of Team McMillan BMW's Larry Smith I'd like to confirm it's a brand new 335. I'm also trying to get a M5 too.... add it's a "yes" the stone trays will be coming off !!!

    Lets make it a great day

    I was thinking of Saturday June 9th.... 10.30 start

    Any suggestions would be appreciated

    I also need some idea of how many are coming for catering purposes

    There is also going to be a surprise door prize (no hints) but you must have a full licence with you (and sober)

    Cheers

    Glenn

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