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^^ this. Hey, one thing to bear in mind - after scanning and professional diagnosis - is something I read recently about e60 start problems (turns over but won't start): Bear in mind, this is a US site, don't think they got the diesel e60's... so you'd be reading the following, then checking on realOEM to confirm your vehicle has this module. http://www.bavtek.com/category/guides/n62-ism-module-issue/ To reiterate: As Grant mentions: please don't go merely substituting parts on an educated guess; these are very complex vehicles with many interrelated systems. You'll need extra-deep pockets to throw parts at it in the hope you'll sort it. Do enlist an experienced specialist (BMW Dealer or BMW Independent) to diagnose. The link above is not intended to provide you with your second avenue ahead of an experienced specialist! May the force be with you.

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nice tidy-looking example. nitrous? wow, that'll be interesting...

sweeeet! (link added above)

So this morning, after a knock on the door from the courier, I did this to my 2002 (LCI) e46 325i Touring: The reason I got these was: A 16 year-old Original Equipment LHS front indicator unit this morning, looking a bit foggy and worse for wear. PN 63137165847 A 16 year-old Original Equipment RHS front indicator unit this morning, looking slightly foggy and impact damaged. PN 63137165848 These were 18 Euro each (NZD29) for the TYC units (which are German TÜV approved), and eliminating the condensation and cracking keeps my car legal, so it won't have any WoF issues. The part numbers (2001-2005) are different from the US market ones. for info: RH= 63137165848 LH= 63137165847 I chose aftermarket (for a change), rather than Original Equipment, or the OEM option... these were cheap enough that I could have them lobbed in to the box with my new Steering Coupler. Which I purchased abroad as the $60 saving paid for these two indicator housings. Though I like to support our local dealers and BMW NZ, I just couldn't swing it on this occasion. Now to sort out e-torx socket for the steering coupler (steering guibo), and fit that.

Yeah, I find the BMW washer fluid good. I used to use Bars Bugs. And I've used a few others, like Castrol, Peak, some Supercheap house brand, and years ago I even tried Rain-X washer fluid. I was sticking with Bars Bugs, but found the chaff in my washer bottle less than ideal. A mechanic I used to use added some in a service, he reckoned it just worked better. With the BMW fluid you just run it down till the light comes on, then knock the top off the bottle and pour the whole lot in, then fill with clean water. Job done, till next time. I buy the BMW fluid by the ten or so, just put em in my workshop, and always keep a couple in the boot. Easy. I think they're less than $4 per bottle, from memory. So yes, it's more pricey than Bars Bugs, but it works better. And there's no webbing. It also has a nice lemon scent YMMV.

Yep, if you take a moment to consider and interpret the images, that supports the claim of asymetric. If you're ordering from abroad, I think you'll find the prices a little less spendy on FCP Euro compared with Amazon. Just order all three. You're paying the same freight anyway!

reading the Bosch Icon site, it states the blades feature an asymmetrical spoiler. Buy with confidence. Though like I say, I buy the BMW blades because they're very good. For me, the Bosch blades would need to last three months longer and be 30% cheaper for me to give them a crack...

I bought Bosch Evolution wiper blades for my volvo, they've lasted very well, and cleaned well too. Bought from the USA, no issues with up/down reversals. There's probably a set for your BMW? For my BMWs I just buy the Original BMW ones, they last a good year to 14 months, perform very well. I rain-x the glass, use BMW washer fluid, and never start the wipers without a spray from the washers first. Works for me.

I'm seeking e60 18" rims, Style 123 18J8. One or more, in good condition. Please IM me. Or a full set of Style 124 would be useful. Picture of Style 123 attached...

indeed, that's certainly cleanliness beyond the call of duty!

yep, it's a lovely looking car. Indeed, I'll be expecting a quiet sale within two years! Kyu, settling down?! Nahhhh.

if you need speakers rebuilt by a specialist, I can recommend Audiomark, in Auckland. He does all manner of speaker repairs; surrounds, coils, cones, spiders, crossovers. Excellent quality, reasonble rates, and a very good bloke too.

I had no idea! I usually drop mine at the recycling bin at the tip, they have a waste oil collection bin in Wellington.

it's my pleasure.

Not to mention your pedestrian, having had her/his ankles sliced, has now gone over your windscreen, only to get sliced by that OTT wing. Good to see you've restored it to normal!

Ex Singapore? Rather your money than mine.

e46: I've just cleaned and rain-x'd the screen, and installed new BMW wiper blades. It's not clearing correctly; so I'm consulting my Bentley manual for correct position and torques of the arm-to-shaft securing nuts (30Nm or 22 ft-lb). Bentley (being US) states Front wiper blade tip to gasket distance for Right = 24mm, Left = 44mm. I guess they're reversed down here! Armed with this, and once I locate my torque wrench (yes I know 30Nm is "not much"), I'll have a go at it and report back.

Damage: driving on SH1, impact damage sustained (bullseye and crack 15-20mm) from flying debris. Insurance: Car fully insured including glass cover. Called insurer, lodged claim. Asked who my preferred repairer is, nominated Winger as local BMW dealer. Repairer: Supplied claim number to dealer, who then assessed and quoted. Replacement screen recommended. Quote process and approval managed by dealer, furnishing my claim number. Once quote accepted, dealer updated me on process, then ordered new screen, booked appointment with me *after* they'd taken delivery of screen and confirmed no transit damage. Repair: I elected to leave vehicle overnight to leave additional time for sealant to cure. Genuine BMW screen fitted. Point of difference: new exterior seal/trim installed. Whenever I've had a Smith & Smith replacement, they say "nah we don't do that/can't get that/not part of the job" and burgerise around with old seal/trim. Plus the standard Smith & Smith poor service, glass left in car or tools left in car... Contrast this with BMW dealer finishing touches new replacement WoF sticker fitted, and Rego label holder fitted, both sensibly positioned. Clean car, no broken glass left behind or rattling in vents, no tools left in car. And of course that wander around the showroom (with my kids, on collection), and courtesy ride back in to town on drop-off. If I drank coffee, a complimentary coffee too. A good service experience. Summary: the BMW Dealer experience significantly better than run-of-the-mill "windscreen specialist". Not to mention great service from AA Insurance. I received some great prelim advice from BMW Car Club NZ members. Now I just need to clean & Rain-X the new screen, and fit new set of BMW wiper blades from my parts stash. Hope that helps

yesterday: collected e60, following Valve Stem Seals replacement. Woohoo, no more puffing billy & oil consumption! Thanks Autosure Extreme MBI, that would be an uncomfortable job in full from one's wallet. today: collected e46, windscreen replaced by Insurance (full glass cover); Winger BMW my preferred repairer. Quality job.

166699kms. With the assistance of Autosure Extreme MBI, I've purchased a box of these: Yes folks, 32 hard, filthy, worn-out valve stem oil seals. Not much said quickly, and not that pricey to buy. A bunch of other gaskets and seals. Collateral damage of one auxillary water pump (it's done behind the radiator by the left chassis rail); it fell to pieces during strip-down. Good old BMW plastics, eh? Rather it happened now in controlled circumstances, than out between towns in use! For reference, if you're doing this job, factoring in BMW Auxiliary Water Pump - Pierburg 7.02078.37.0 would be useful. I bought OEM Pierburg item. I digress. It's a long and complex job. I got the car back yesterday after two weeks (I'd prefer it wasn't rushed, or they felt under time pressure). Great to have it back. More details coming. I think I'll edit up a movie. PS: I also took Page European's recommendation, and had them run a Wurth Intake System Cleaner through it. Initial impressions - after all the work - are that it's running better. I'm sure there'd have been a vacuum loss through the knackered guides, it builds vacuum on liftoff faster than before... wonder if the fuel economy is going to improve as a result of all this work? Anyway, it's no longer making like puffing billy, which is a good thing.

welcome, Scott. We love a good e31 round here. best you show us some more!

Bummer. Glad you're unharmed.

ha! you haven't gotten to actually driving it yet. once your elbows and knees recover (usually after it's been on the side of the road for a few weeks with another failure), drive a Land Cruiser or Nissan Patrol. "Oh look, their designers recognise the presence of elbows and knees! Who knew?"