Quick Questions

[euroriffic 601]

if they're directionals get the rears swapped from side to side. That's what I did on the e30

[m325i 705]

They say 'outside' on them so I assume I can't just swap the sides over. The wear is very minimal now, but I thought it would buy me some time before replacing all 4.

Thnx

[_ethrty-Andy_ 2122]

not really

all BMWs check the inside rear tyres, especially if lowered. I pulled a set off my E34 6 months ago, looked easily WOFable on the outside 3mm or more of tread, but inside just hitting the canvas, good job i took the wheels off for a different job and spotted it

[tcbaurpower 5]

Hi, my e32 has a coolant leak and I believe it is the heater radiator. The reason being is that when it is first turned on you can smell coolant. Would I be correct in assuming this is the culprit and can I close off the coolant flow to the heater until it can be replaced?

My next step would be taking it to a radiator specialist to get pressure tested in case it is not the heater. Anyone had a similar issue before and have some advice?

[Ahmedsinc 414]

Is the distance between the E36 front strut towers the same as the E46?

[cliffdunedin 8]

Looking at changing trans fluid and filter this weekend, am I right to assume that i can reset the trans adaptation by unplugging the battery for a time or do I need to book in to get the dealer to do it?

[*Glenn* 854]

Looking at changing trans fluid and filter this weekend, am I right to assume that i can reset the trans adaptation by unplugging the battery for a time or do I need to book in to get the dealer to do it?

No.. that won't work. It needs to have adaptions cleared in the DME & EGS with a scanner

[cliffdunedin 8]

Thanks Glenn.

[cliffdunedin 8]

Hey guys searched high and low but cant get a definitive answer about what type of trans oil my zf box uses. Can anyone help me out? Cheers

Edit - Valvoline Maxlife or Nulon Full Synthetic are LT 71141 compatible.

Edited December 7, 2013 by cliffdunedin

[UBH8N 0]

Hey, just brought a parts e30 and want to do a check on the archive vin decoder but some part of its life it has been re-vined, where do i find the factory stamped number in a pfl 30?

[lord_jagganath 421]

... I have just had an accident with the e34 touring, no panel damage, just rims and tyre damage, but i need to have the shafts and brakes etc looked at. where can I have the car looked at and diagnosed/repaired? do I need to get it reviewed by my insurance provider?

Would appreciate a quick reponse please guys... the car is out in Avondale, any suitable repairers here?

EDIT:- insurance is going to review it.

:sigh:

Edited December 3, 2013 by The Juggernaut

[Kepes 231]

Having a (very) hard time getting the fill plug out of my manual transmission. I have a 17mm allen key. A penetrating oil such as PB Blaster looks like my best bet. Are there any alternatives to this? or any tricks to getting this bolt out? There isn't a lot of room down there so it's quite hard! Some people suggest jacking the wrench/allen key but i'm not too keen on that. Any ideas?

Cheers

Edit: 1987 E30 325i

Edited December 14, 2013 by Kepes

[euroriffic 601]

To to the gym and try again in the morning

Orrrrrr put some shock into it hitting the wrench

[_Matt_ 42]

Having a (very) hard time getting the fill plug out of my manual transmission. I have a 17mm allen key. A penetrating oil such as PB Blaster looks like my best bet. Are there any alternatives to this? or any tricks to getting this bolt out? There isn't a lot of room down there so it's quite hard! Some people suggest jacking the wrench/allen key but i'm not too keen on that. Any ideas?

Cheers

Edit: 1987 E30 325i

that's a rather large allen key you have there…i'd suggest putting a pipe over it to lengthen it and try again.

[yng_750 247]

or get a hex key socket and use a powerbar.

[EuroSurgeon 2]

You will need a long bar, they lock solid,

[_Matt_ 42]

when I changed my fluid I used a hex socket, put a wrench over it and whacked it with a hammer.

[euroriffic 601]

Same here

[Kepes 231]

Wouldn't budge!! Either I get myself a gym mebership or do you think any shops would crack it loose for me using som fancy tools?

[Etwenty1 45]

I'd slide a 1m long piece of steel pipe over the allen key and try again.

[e30ftw 395]

Even with a Hammer it would budge?

WD40 it, Andy swears by it

[_ethrty-Andy_ 2122]

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yeah its good stuff. spray it on and leave it to penetrate for a bit. every bit helps when you have a bitch nut.

I have one of these in 17mm and 10mm, for the two types of transmission plugs i have come across on BMWs so far. put my power bar on it sometimes with an extension too, and it will pop out.

if you are going to buy a socket like that, make sure you get a one piece socket 1/2" drive, not the cheaper two piece type

[_Matt_ 42]

I have the same as that ^

but that + a rachet didn't fit between the gear box and the cars body, which is why i put a spanner around it.

[Kepes 231]

Ahh that may be a better idea than the allen key. Might even cut a little piece off the allen key and put it in a spanner. Its just beig under the car when its on stands is what bugs me!

[Rrascal 4]

Where do I find the oil pressure switch on an M30 engine..?