Tsyon213 0 Report post Posted March 7, 2009 My 1988 318i E30 (auto) is in desperate need of a transmission fluid change. I was just wondering if anyone here had a link to, or could tell me, how to do it myself Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
*Glenn* 854 Report post Posted March 7, 2009 To do it properly you will need a pan gasket & filter as well... only use G3 full synthetic oil when you do it as well.. if unsure...get a professional to do it for you Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tsyon213 0 Report post Posted March 7, 2009 How much fluid will i need and where can i obtain a filter from and for how much? Cheers Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
*Glenn* 854 Report post Posted March 8, 2009 How much fluid will i need and where can i obtain a filter from and for how much? CheersWhere in Auckland are you ?? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tsyon213 0 Report post Posted March 9, 2009 Kohimarama. Near mission bay Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tsyon213 0 Report post Posted March 13, 2009 Sorry to keep asking but it really does need to be changed soon. How much would i need and where can i get it from? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
*Glenn* 854 Report post Posted March 13, 2009 Sorry to keep asking but it really does need to be changed soon. How much would i need and where can i get it from? Ring Nick or Mel @ Spare parts. BM Workshop Grey Lynn Ph. 3761250. They will be able to do the gasket & filter and should be able to supply you the oil as well. You will need between 4-5 litres...depends on how long you let it drain for after taking the filter off. I would suggest draining it for at least half an hour after removing the pan & filter. This allows the torque convertor and valve body to drain. You wont get all the oil out. But thats the best you can do. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tsyon213 0 Report post Posted March 15, 2009 cheers Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tsyon213 0 Report post Posted March 18, 2009 Does anyone know where i could get my wheel alignment and transmission fluid changed for a decent rate? Cheers Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CamB 48 Report post Posted March 18, 2009 Does anyone know where i could get my wheel alignment and transmission fluid changed for a decent rate? Cheers Given Glenn has helped you so far in this thread, how about Botany Motorworx for the transmission fluid. I'll let him tell you if he does wheel alignments, coz I have no idea. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tsyon213 0 Report post Posted March 18, 2009 (edited) Yeah id definately go there i just need to get the wheels aligned asap. I think i got quoted like $180 for changing the transmission fluid a couple months ago and would need to get the transmission fluid changed in a week or so Edited March 18, 2009 by Tsyon213 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
*Glenn* 854 Report post Posted March 18, 2009 Yeah id definately go there i just need to get the wheels aligned asap. I think i got quoted like $180 for changing the transmission fluid a couple months ago and would need to get the transmission fluid changed in a week or so I cant do it for $180. With filter, pan gasket, labour and oil (G3 full synthetic).....doing it properly would cost more. And yes I can get the alignment done too $65 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tsyon213 0 Report post Posted March 19, 2009 How much for the transmission fluid change as well? the place that quoted me probably wouldnt do as good a job or use the correct oil Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
westy 614 Report post Posted March 19, 2009 Jesus. How many times are you gonna ask this question FFS? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Silver Fox 43 Report post Posted March 19, 2009 How much for the transmission fluid change as well? the place that quoted me probably wouldnt do as good a job or use the correct oil Ring Glenn and talk to him, he's very helpful. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tsyon213 0 Report post Posted March 19, 2009 (edited) Jesus. How many times are you gonna ask this question FFS?I was asking glenn specifically since he gave me a price on the wheel alignment and as a student i am not exactly rolling in cash. But thank you for your helpful comment Edited March 19, 2009 by Tsyon213 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OSiRiS 0 Report post Posted March 20, 2009 0800 BMW LTD is only a phone call away Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tsyon213 0 Report post Posted March 20, 2009 Done. Thanks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
