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Hi guys, I fitted some parts to repair E39 sunroof and I find that that tilting pins will not line up with the plastic groves, any ideas? thanks

1 hour ago, Eagle said:

Penrite ATF FS. Probably the easiest to source and cheapest option in NZ

Ok, thank you.

Which trans fluid to use in e39 540i  auto trans? Thanks

22 hours ago, SHRNTA said:

I have a glass fully working one from a 540i.

That is what I want, is it for sale?

Does anyone know of a good leather dye for seats on E39? thanks, there are grey,

17 hours ago, treone said:

If i’m not mistaken, these sunroofs can be opened manually using an hex key right😎? If the mechanism in the motor housing hasn't been ‘rounded’ 😁

That's right, remove a red plastic plug to access.

2 hours ago, *Glenn* said:

Forced ?? With a jack ??

That's right, pushed back fully open with a scissor jack to get to screws holding the headlining.

I forced the sunroof open with a jack, found a broken piece inside. Now to get another sunroof

7 hours ago, francoisv said:

I have a working motor if it turns out to be the issue

Thank you , the motor works ok

Ok, How much?

Hi, I have a sunroof that will not fully close or open, I tried reseting but no luck. any ideas appreciated

Where can I get a working sunroof for a e39 540i?

Ok, thanks

Hi, where can I find the build date on E39?

15 hours ago, adro said:

FCP euro. They have a few different kits for the job. I’d recommend doing the oil separator while you are in there too. 

Fantastic, many thanks.

I need to do my 540i chain guides, where did you buy them?

Hi, has anyone used chain guides from Mizumo or Domestic gaskets online from US?

http://www.por15.com/

It was originally a rust treatment paint but they make all sorts now. I just used the regular stuff in the tin that you apply with a brush:

http://www.por15.com/Rust-Preventive-Coating_c_11.html

Thanks very much Mateja, I see the distributer is in Greymouth.

I've had good success using POR15 for engine blocks and gearboxes. I just brushed it straight on after cleaning. No peeling or anything.

Hi Mateja, what is POR15?

I have tried a few different with mixed results

Next time I'm going 2K epoxy.

And yes it will brush on .

Thanks, Brock

Do they still make brush on engine paint?

Took out the rear inner guard on a e39 there is small plastic pipe , looks a drain pipe does anyone know where fit on to? Thanks Driver's side

Nice

Can't load a photo, but 19mm wide 17mm long , looks like it has broken off the end

I removed the engine sump, found 25mm long piece of plastic, timing chain guide?