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    Looks like the M47TU. Given the probability that it isn't (and there are some differences) I'll guess at it being the 4-pot diesel fitted to the E36 race cars? That predates the M47, so... M41 race engine?
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    I like it.
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    So. Far. Away. ☹
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    gjm replied to E30stz's topic in Maintenance

    Miss M's 116i. Auto trans fluid - it's the ZF 8HP45 box. I've read that these are very picky about fluid, and while BMW assert it's filled for life (hah!) it's time to change the filter (which means the entire sump) and fluid. I've used Penrite in many vehicles in the past without issues and their ATF BMV is "suitable for use where BMW 8322 0142516 is required". Any reason why this would be inappropriate?
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    It's all Haier now..
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    The E46 is a great car. But $45k? Still, no-one saw current price for the E30 going the way they are!
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    Where would that leave a Baur? The bastard child of a coupe and a cabrio (although they were originally produced because BMW didn't have a cabbie in the line-up), or a rarer, sturdier, better handling and more practical and leak-free way to enjoy open-air motoring?
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    Ours doesn't. Took a bit of work, but she's like a sewing machine now.
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    'Before significant maintenance'... Kinda depends on your definition of significant!
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    This one has enough pep to keep Miss M happy for a while!
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    AM Valkyrie Engine
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    Give Gavin a call on Monday, or send him an email. He's good at replying. Ph (09) 444-9817 | email Euro-Italian Car Parts Ltd
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    Miss M's new car went through it's WoF. Headlights needed to be adjusted (we knew this) and a wheel alignment and rotation was recommended, so that's been sorted too. It'll have an engine oil and filter change, the diff breather checked, and diff fluid changed. I've ordered a transmission service kit for it, too. In other news, the venerable E46 318i went for it's WoF too. Failed on a 'missing' rear seatbelt receptacle (it was under the seat) cloudy headlights (cleaned them with some reno kit), a brake pad wear sensor not being connected, and the RH lower ball joint being 'tired (ordered two new arms, and the rear bush). Not a bad result.
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    Quick bump and a shout out (I'm told by my daughter that is the correct term) for Gavin at EuroItalian. Bought more bits and pieces from him - very happy.
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    The welding on the rise to the tailpipe is a bit messy. Probably effective, but could be much tidier. I think the pie cuts are there to deal with heat expansion and possibly a change in material (different expansion rates). This one isn't perfect, but it's much better.
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    I have represented this remark.
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    There seem to be more 320s in NZ than anything else! Or is that just more 320s being offered for sale? They're a perfectly competent car. Just lack the extra oomph of a 325, but have the reduced engine bay space and extra servicing cost compared to a 4-pot.
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