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Thanks for your reply 3pedals. The machine was the Hawkeye laser alignment machine. The workshop just printed the report and didn't charge me as they said it would be unfair as they didn't do anything. I just put new wheels on it along with some new springs and brake pads and discs. The next step was to go check the alignment. The rear bushes were replaced a year ago and the rest of the suspension seems to be in good order. I had a good look underneath along with couple of friends who are mechanically minded with knowledge of BMWs. I am taking the car on Monday to BM Workshop in Botany.

It's completely out apparently according to the report. Camber Front Left: -1.28 Front Right: -1.13 Caster Front Left: 7.13 Front Right: 7.51 (within limits) Toe Front left: -2.9 Front Right: -4.1 Rear Toe Left: -1.7mm (that's the only thing out, rest is all good).

So, took the old girl in today to get a wheel alignment done. Both places I went to said that on the e28 you can only adjust the toe and not the camber or caster. That's got me looking for a camber and caster correction kit for the front and the toe correction kit for the rear. Just curious if there are any other options. Appreciate everyone's responses. Regards

or an E36 m3!

Thanks Ray for the offer, but Brent's shop is down the road from my place and ended up picking it from him.

G'day everyone, As the title states, I am after the wrench/tool which removes the Centre caps on BBS/BMW style 5 wheels. The caps are 80mm across. If anyone has a spare one that they are willing to sell or know where to get them in NZ, I would be grateful. Regards

I think you should also mention in the title "Please keep tissues handy"

G'day everyone, Anyone in Radio vacuum valves and valve amps? If any of you know of a stash of old radio valves that you would like to get rid of, let me know. I may buy them off you depending on the valves. Regards

Nice car and wheels. Welcome

Haha, I just got a set of wheels in 17x8 ET20 and 17x9 ET26 and the plan is to fit 225/45 front and 245/40 at the back too. My arches are factory rolled but from posts on mye28.com they seem to fit, just. Is your car lowered?

Nice colour too on E90.

Thanks.

Thats a nice E28! @Will what springs and shocks are you using?

Cheers for the replies. I have given up on the 17x9 ET19 but have managed to find 17x9 ET26 (BBS RC091). These are meant to fit with the right tyres.

Cheers guys, gonna stick to 17x8 et20 then.

Cheers for the replies and the link. I also downloaded the E28 fitment guide but it was right on the margin.

G'day everyone, Been searching the online forums to see if 17x8 et10 and 17x9 et19 will fit 87 M535i. So far I have seen conflicting answers. Anyone run this setup before? Found some type 5s online and was curious. Bore is 72.5 Thanks

G'day everyone, I am looking for some 17x8/17x9 BBs RC090/BMW style 5 wheels in silver/mirror finish lips. 5x120 with 72.5 bore. Please pm me with details. Thanks

Nice find! Enjoy.

G'day, Looking for an E30 325i Motorsport. Not fussed about kms done but must be a well taken care of specimen. Prefer in black, least amount of mods and sunroof is a must. If you know anyone that is thinking of selling one, please send me a pm. It will be a weekend beast and it will be in good hands for many years to come. P.S. already seen the ones on trademe.

Cheers for the replies. I will have to keep the hunt going then. E30 Tech 1/tech 2 black, sunroof and open roads... BIG GRIN! Thrashed? Hmmm, but if it's serviced and repairs carried out, still not worth it? Let's see what the PPI report trip3 have to say. Kws - those seat covers are really bad.

G'day everyone, My hunt for an E30 325i motorsport with sunroof continues. I have come across these two cars. Both seemed to be in Ok condition. Thinking of doing a PPI (Team Mcmillan BMW or BM workshop North, botany is too far) before pulling the trigger. Thought I would first ask around here before spending money on PPI. White: http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=923320644 Black: http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=927338102 Carjam checks out clean on both of them. Anyone know their history or checked them out earlier? Also, if I was to put a deposit on a car before doing a PPI and the PPI checks out to be a bad car, do I get my deposit back? Black one already has minor rust on the roof and bonnet. How much is it usually to fix this? Also, if rust is present on the car, is it an indication that the car is a bit neglected? Btw, a big thanks to trip3 - forum member. He's been very helpful and has offered to check out the black car for me. I really appreciate this.

http://www.newsnow.co.uk/classifieds/cars-vans-for-sale/bmw-e46-m3-csl-for-sale.html

Hahaha, cheers for that.

Cheers for the advice. Might have to give it a miss then, would rather drive a cheap japa everyday and keep an E30 M325i for those sunny days and spend the money looking after her.