M3AN 4016 Report post Posted September 13, 2019 14 minutes ago, richard said: ah, normal steel doors empty are about 10kgs. Left front door, steel (41518230467) = 16.980 kg Left front door, aluminium (41518188861) = 9.400 kg So it's 7.5 kg per door, that's meaningful weight, especially so far out from the longitudinal centre of gravity. 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
richard 384 Report post Posted September 13, 2019 even better I'm 13.48 kgs per door lighter. still a good deal. Mark. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
C-130 Hercules 570 Report post Posted September 13, 2019 ...so, are the steel doors going up for sale? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
M3AN 4016 Report post Posted September 13, 2019 46 minutes ago, C-130 Hercules said: ...so, are the steel doors going up for sale? I've gotta ask, who needs two Estoril Blue e36 doors? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
aja540i 1906 Report post Posted September 13, 2019 14 hours ago, M3AN said: Left front door, steel (41518230467) = 16.980 kg Left front door, aluminium (41518188861) = 9.400 kg So it's 7.5 kg per door, that's meaningful weight, especially so far out from the longitudinal centre of gravity. Is that with or without the M logo puddle lights?? ? 1 3 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sweetm3 180 Report post Posted September 23, 2019 Aluminium Door 13.3kgs with Window regulator attached. Arrived today, Clips, fasteners and fuel flap. Turtle Laboratories door card repair brackets And a free tee shirt ☺️ 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
M3AN 4016 Report post Posted September 23, 2019 Didn't know those repair brackets existed, good to know. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sweetm3 180 Report post Posted September 23, 2019 Ye not cheap $190nz shipped, but new doors ................. That's why I have also brought (hopefully) all new clips, fasteners and grommets. And I'll be wearing a Schiedmann tee at the next coffee meeting 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bradgalbraith 218 Report post Posted September 26, 2019 Nice rotors Mark. Where did you get them from? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sweetm3 180 Report post Posted September 26, 2019 Hey Brad Found the rear rotors on ebay, they were custom ordered from Reyland Motorsport for a E46 cost $280gbp. But they recieve E36 ones. RM didn't want them back, so they were on EB for $140gbp + $20 for shipping. Still have to install 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
M3AN 4016 Report post Posted September 26, 2019 (edited) Ha, I came to post that Brad's post (since deleted) is a perfect example of why you should never load all pics into one post on a forum... for those who missed it the entire OP of this thread was quoted. ??? Hint, hint Mark. ? And because of the rubbish forum software we use that sends every damn picture in a notification meant that one post resulted in a 12MB download to my mobile. ? Edited September 26, 2019 by M3AN Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bradgalbraith 218 Report post Posted September 26, 2019 You spend too much time on these forums Dave! ? I deleted my post within .5 of a second... THAT was embarrassing. I think I add a whole new page to the thread lol. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sweetm3 180 Report post Posted October 8, 2019 On 9/23/2019 at 3:37 PM, sweetm3 said: Aluminium Door 13.3kgs with Window regulator attached. Steel Door 20.0kgs with Window regulator attached. 6.7kgs saving per door Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sweetm3 180 Report post Posted October 28, 2019 There have been some delays, but I'm getting there. Both new doors close now, I'm guessing I may have to do some minor adjustments to the door windows. Time will tell (after I compare mine to Dave's) ? Door cards not in yet , as I need to go for a drive (More details in the first post) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zero 1162 Report post Posted October 28, 2019 Have you considered going to plexiglass? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sweetm3 180 Report post Posted October 28, 2019 Ye I have looked at the Hard motorsport quarters, it just the fixings, working with the interior. Once I get to the point of "no returns" from driver improvement. I may take a harder look at that option. Got a mate working on some lighter wheels Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Secniv 182 Report post Posted October 29, 2019 On 12/22/2014 at 5:28 PM, sweetm3 said: Looking up her skirt Secondary air pump oil leak (gone now) Rod bearings replaced and ARP bolts installed, the old shells had approx 100k on them but looked fine. Dismantled the oil pump, no sign off wear. Don't forget to pack it full with vaseline so it's primed if you don't it may not pick up the oil in the sump. Remove fuel pump fuse or remove coil pack so the car won't fire/start. Starting the car for the first time was the most terrifying part, turn the car over for 5-7 seconds approx 6-10 times and breath again when you see the oil pressure get to a safe level.(remembering I have an oil pressure gauge installed) Lower chain tensioner wear, decided while it's open I'll replace it. while waiting for the new part to arrive. Below the old and the new, as well as the tool I made for removing and installing the clip shown. A piece of flat bar, shaped as you see to remove, slotted on top to install second picture down. On the net the DIYs say that the front cover has to be removed. I did mine from underneath, it is tight up there. Here's the trick the metal springs/lever is actually two levers separate them and have a look. Put it back together, but. Leave the low one out 60% but so it's still under the other. Install the bracket on the pin and manipulate/slide the upper lever into place. Once the upper lever is in place you just have to push the second lever up and it's guided into place by the first lever............... The will make sense I promise When you dismantled you oil pump did you wire the nut on or secure the nut other than torquing up? Also did you install an oil pan baffle? Bimmerworld has one which I'm thinking of installing https://www.bimmerworld.com/Oil-Pan-Baffle-E36-Z3-6-Cyl-All-M50-M52-S50-S52.html. And where did you get your rod bearings from? cheers Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sweetm3 180 Report post Posted October 29, 2019 22 minutes ago, Secniv said: When you dismantled you oil pump did you wire the nut on or secure the nut other than torquing up? Spot Weld Also did you install an oil pan baffle? Bimmerworld has one which I'm thinking of installing https://www.bimmerworld.com/Oil-Pan-Baffle-E36-Z3-6-Cyl-All-M50-M52-S50-S52.html. Baffle recommended for S50B30, not required for a S50B32 ( my engine) And where did you get your rod bearings from? Sorry mate went through my folder ........ no idea ?? cheers 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sweetm3 180 Report post Posted November 20, 2019 (edited) On 9/26/2019 at 3:18 PM, sweetm3 said: Hey Brad Found the rear rotors on ebay, they were custom ordered from Reyland Motorsport for a E46 cost $280gbp. But they recieve E36 ones. RM didn't want them back, so they were on EB for $140gbp + $20 for shipping. Still have to install Well went to install my ebay find, I removed rear passenger side after quite a bit of rust-off, and banging away. Only to find they are E36 hubs but with E46 diameter 328mm............, so if anyone has a set of 996 porsche rear calipers lying round and Rallyroad brackets. Crap I'd need another cert ........... ? Edited November 20, 2019 by sweetm3 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sweetm3 180 Report post Posted December 27, 2019 New Years project has arrived, (photo added) On 11/20/2019 at 2:10 PM, sweetm3 said: Only to find they are E36 hubs but with E46 diameter 328mm............, so if anyone has a set of 996 porsche rear calipers lying round and Rallyroad brackets. Gave them a de-grease, paint OK, clear coat not so. Strip them Paint : Gloss Black New seals New Cross over pipes, bleed nipples RR brackets, are in transit. New Pads, in transit 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sweetm3 180 Report post Posted January 7, 2020 More bl----dy photos added 3 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sweetm3 180 Report post Posted January 21, 2020 Couple of photos added and narrative. M3an front lip splitters arrived Friday. Quickest shipment I've had from Thailand. Plug for Ebay seller gften Will return yours, at the next coffee meeting. Thanks mate 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sweetm3 180 Report post Posted April 11, 2020 (edited) Mid way through the lock-down and I'm jealous of those with car projects underway. I did a search of my garage and found 2 sets of Bushes for the pedal supporting bracket. Add these to my new black pedal set, I've gota project. This project all going well should take 1-3 hrs, I stretched it out for 4 days (more pictures added) Slacker Edited April 11, 2020 by sweetm3 1 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michael. 2313 Report post Posted April 12, 2020 You're smoking more than that M engine on a cold start! 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sweetm3 180 Report post Posted September 23, 2021 Well the old C33 give up the ghost. Found myself a CD43 did my due diligence (ye right) installed radio sounds great. Played a single CD fine now for my CD changer........... Wouldn't you know it, I have a M-Bus not the required I-Bus...... the old US model v Euro So run a new I-Bus cable and up grade CD changer to match. Roughly $450-500 old school Or Dension lite bt verses GROM su3 ........approx the same price modernised What do think ? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
