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Look what I found... (pic) - retcav1sg 2012-02-26 20:29:24 (232 views)
- Just looked at the carfax... - retcav1sg 2012-02-27 13:26:10 (48 views)
  - Re: Just looked at the carfax... - retcav1sg 2012-03-10 16:53:02 (25 views)
- Cosmetically trashed? I'd pass. It will break your heart every time U get in - Steve R 2012-02-27 07:37:07 (45 views)
- If the car is good why not, cosmetics can be fixed, congrats! (nt) - Edwin™ 2012-02-27 03:21:42 (39 views)
- what kind of options does it have ??? Widescreen ? Shades ? - mouser 2012-02-27 00:48:47 (42 views)
  - Re: what kind of options does it have ??? Widescreen ? Shades ? - retcav1sg 2012-02-27 04:54:55 (49 views)
- Wow, not bad. Not great either. 5k is on the fence of a good deal imo (nt) - nickc 2012-02-26 20:45:39 (46 views)
  - Re: Wow, not bad. Not great either. 5k is on the fence of a good deal imo - retcav1sg 2012-02-26 21:03:46 (69 views)
    - If you can get a good deal, save it (nt) - nickc 2012-02-26 21:25:27 (45 views)

anyonje know what style these are and does anyone have them.. (pic) - aureliaz3 2012-02-29 20:07:05 (250 views)
- I don't know, but they're hot! - nazjaz 2012-03-02 14:06:33 (40 views)
  - They are for sale. Both sets of 4. (nt) - aureliaz3 2012-03-05 12:09:45 (32 views)
    - Re: They are for sale. Both sets of 4. - nazjaz 2012-03-06 19:33:41 (32 views)
- I dont think the second set would look right. - aureliaz3 2012-03-02 00:13:43 (38 views)
- 1st is Style 33 - avail in 16''only; 2nd is knock-off (note, no alignmt. holes). (nt) - WTH 2012-03-01 20:36:45 (46 views)
- #1 is for the e39 540i in the NA market. Not sure where #2 is from. (nt) - kingdom7 2012-02-29 23:48:41 (65 views)
  - Re: #1 is for the e39 540i in the NA market. Not sure where #2 is from. - nazjaz 2012-03-06 19:41:29 (24 views)
- First are style 33, the second might be 124's (nt) - sdmike 2012-02-29 23:08:25 (56 views)
  - The 2nd wheel has a groove in the spokes that I don't think 124' have ... - WTH 2012-03-01 20:43:48 (50 views)
    - That's why I said 'might'. Looked a bit off (nt) - sdmike 2012-03-01 23:26:11 (51 views)
      - Agreed. (nt) - WTH 2012-03-02 13:33:09 (48 views)
- #1 Fuggly....I never thought I would say keep the BW's!!! (nt) - TxDarth 2012-02-29 22:54:09 (53 views)
  - Really? I miss my staggered style 32's. These remind me of them...a little. (nt) - aureliaz3 2012-02-29 23:08:01 (49 views)
    - maybe a little, but they look more like hubcaps. (nt) - sdmike 2012-02-29 23:15:18 (52 views)
- Re: anyonje know what style these are and does anyone have them.. (url) - dmm96452 2012-02-29 20:11:52 (70 views)

Camshaft Sensor Issues - Can't get rid of Code 12 - Bank 1 - aquila 2012-02-27 23:28:00 (65 views)
- UPDATE!!! This morning, the SES light was out! I don't have any idea how or - aquila 2012-03-06 12:45:57 (27 views)
- It's possible you got a bad CPS. Been known to happen once in a while. - 740isport 2012-02-28 09:23:21 (61 views)
  - But what are the chances its the same side as before? What about a faulty Crank - aquila 2012-02-28 11:14:02 (44 views)
    - I think that they moved the crank sensor to the transmission housing, the 95 was - Chief Jimbo 2012-02-28 11:18:28 (49 views)
      - Yes the crank sensor is in the trans housing and it would be the - 740isport 2012-02-28 12:09:28 (48 views)
        
        Smarty Pants! LOL (nt) - aquila 2012-02-28 14:10:38 (44 views)
  - Can try to swap the sensors side to side and see if the code swaps (nt) - Chief Jimbo 2012-02-28 10:39:10 (44 views)
    - I will try that. If only it can be that simple... (nt) - aquila 2012-02-28 11:11:30 (46 views)
      - It would then rule out the sensor and then we can go from there. Maybe someone - Chief Jimbo 2012-02-28 11:15:00 (47 views)
        
        Went through the Service History I have on hand. - aquila 2012-02-28 15:08:06 (50 views)
        Good point there. I will switch them over and see what happens... - aquila 2012-02-28 11:38:28 (43 views)
        
        Found a GREAT writeup from Highline when he did the whole timing job. You could (url) - Chief Jimbo 2012-02-28 11:59:04 (45 views)
        
        Jim! Buddy! That is SO not happening unless I have someone like you and ... - aquila 2012-02-28 14:04:01 (42 views)
        
        But it shows great pictures of the wheel that the sensor takes the reading from. - Chief Jimbo 2012-02-28 14:16:19 (38 views)
        
        Yeah... I agree the pictures are great! - aquila 2012-02-28 14:51:55 (42 views)
        
        Oh No.. Just remove valve cover gasket and the front upper timing cover. (url) - Chief Jimbo 2012-02-28 15:09:39 (49 views)
        
        Would I be able to adjust it or fix it if there is indeed something wrong there? (nt) - aquila 2012-02-28 15:15:04 (41 views)
        
        Someone else will have to verify but you should be able to. The wheel should be - Chief Jimbo 2012-02-28 15:22:03 (38 views)
        
        Okay... First I will swap the sensors and then go from there. (nt) - aquila 2012-02-28 15:38:18 (40 views)
        
        Suppose to read remove valve cover and gasket.. (nt) - Chief Jimbo 2012-02-28 15:10:51 (44 views)
        
        Re: Good point there. I will switch them over and see what happens... - 199740il 2012-02-28 11:59:01 (42 views)
        
        Good Point.. But Michael using a DMM... Everybody run.. Not sure what the - Chief Jimbo 2012-02-28 12:01:12 (44 views)
        
        Yup! That may not be the best idea :-) Me and DMM's don't always get along LOL (nt) - aquila 2012-02-28 14:09:49 (43 views)
        Be easier to compare resistance of new vs. old sensor. (nt) - 740isport 2012-02-28 12:08:32 (50 views)
        
        Unfortunately I threw the old ones away... :-( (nt) - aquila 2012-02-28 14:11:19 (44 views)

My third party key replacement (pic) - iamcanadian 2012-02-29 19:03:59 (253 views)
- Yep some just get the $2 rubber inserts, glad it worked out! (nt) - Edwin™ 2012-03-01 02:04:49 (62 views)
  - ditto Edwin...for $3 you can buy the replacement button pad & in 15 min (pic) - Q 2012-03-03 18:57:36 (80 views)
    - The only $3 ebay seller I found was one without the red plastic (url) - sdmike 2012-03-03 22:54:19 (59 views)
      - WOW...the prices have gone up since last week. This topic came up last (url) - Q 2012-03-04 23:01:02 (60 views)
        
        Thanks. Didn't know if that appendage was important or not - sdmike 2012-03-05 00:45:00 (38 views)
        
        one tip: I've noticed that some of the replacement pads look (pic) - Q 2012-03-05 12:02:31 (39 views)
    - BTW...I forgot to say ''thanks' to iamcanadian for a great option for (pic) - Q 2012-03-03 19:06:59 (79 views)

Well look like she's a parts car now.... - clgrant 2012-02-29 16:09:43 (213 views)
- We're just glad that you weren't injured. The car did its job protecting you. - DavidC 2012-03-04 11:40:16 (41 views)
- Man...after you are over the crash it is starts to sink in your E38 is no more - clgrant 2012-03-03 20:49:04 (69 views)
  - Many here can empathize w/ you; I can (one of reasons why I keep a second E38). (nt) - WTH 2012-03-04 10:57:01 (42 views)
- Doesnt take much to total a 740il..... (pic) - clgrant 2012-03-02 17:44:59 (222 views)
  - Re: Doesnt take much to total a 740il..... - hamburger 2012-03-04 07:56:32 (38 views)
  - Wow looks like she took a pretty hard hit.. A shame the rest of the car looks so - Chief Jimbo 2012-03-02 20:50:33 (55 views)
  - So sorry that happened! (nt) - 740isport 2012-03-02 19:53:25 (44 views)
  - ouch! (nt) - Snitch740i 2012-03-02 17:50:13 (50 views)
- Re: Well look like she's a parts car now.... - pilione 2012-03-02 14:59:13 (56 views)
- Sorry to hear this man! hope you find a new one soon (nt) - Edwin™ 2012-03-01 02:00:45 (54 views)
- Sorry to hear brother E38 owner... Maybe you can get an 01 now. What RU going - Steve R 2012-02-29 22:36:51 (49 views)
  - Well I have to say that most of my friends and family realize I am very upset... - clgrant 2012-03-01 08:11:45 (67 views)
- Re: Well look like she's a parts car now.... - clgrant 2012-02-29 18:37:14 (77 views)
  - if this is a known pooling spot u might be able to get some financial comp from - Super7 2012-02-29 20:10:07 (57 views)
- Yeah, bad news....but maybe you'd like to part with that beautiful - pdef1949 2012-02-29 18:36:38 (65 views)
- +1, she did her job. Sorry to hear that... - bpddaddy 2012-02-29 18:10:12 (54 views)
- Wow, seems our 7's are dropping like flies. Waiting to see if mine is totaled or - Chief Jimbo 2012-02-29 17:45:26 (66 views)
- Any post mortem to share thus helping other from the same fate? - Shled℠ 2012-02-29 17:36:00 (69 views)
  - Re: Any post mortem to share thus helping other from the same fate? - clgrant 2012-02-29 20:30:01 (144 views)
- Terrible news. Can you scrounge the mods out of her, or will they let you ... - WTH 2012-02-29 17:16:10 (72 views)
- I am so sorry. Just be glad you were safe and protected..... - bghark 2012-02-29 16:15:19 (60 views)

Quick question for you brainiacs... - sdbimmer 2012-02-29 19:39:27 (67 views)
- Re: Quick question for you brainiacs... - jscrog 2012-03-04 00:47:50 (34 views)
- may not apply to u but beatles are known for having ignition issues - mmawolverine 2012-02-29 23:40:48 (48 views)
- This brainiac can't even work out what - farnarkler 2012-02-29 20:22:10 (58 views)
  - The starter cranks but the engine won't turn over (start) was my interpretation. - Wiggi 2012-02-29 23:53:08 (45 views)
    - Hey Thomas..It's at least 3 years old.. I haven't replaced it since - sdbimmer 2012-03-01 20:53:37 (49 views)
  - Yeah, thats what i meant, i guess...thanks.. (nt) - sdbimmer 2012-02-29 21:08:30 (47 views)

HELP!! Rear Ball Joint has me down 3 days! (pic) - bpddaddy 2012-02-29 18:07:04 (230 views)
- Chief that did it - Thanks!!! But car won't go into gears now. - bpddaddy 2012-03-01 18:11:57 (80 views)
  - I'm back rolling thanks to all of you - especially Senior Chief (pic) - bpddaddy 2012-03-02 18:47:46 (97 views)
    - Good job on the repair, Good job on aquiring a BMW loving wife!!!!! (nt) - dj37027 2012-03-03 12:46:15 (37 views)
    - Tnx for the pic glad you fixed it! (nt) - Edwin™ 2012-03-03 04:57:58 (37 views)
    - Congrats!! So glad it all worked out and things are going better for you! (nt) - Chief Jimbo 2012-03-02 20:37:58 (48 views)
    - I thought I saw you post ''My fiance''! Congrats and glad to have you back! (nt) - 740isport 2012-03-02 20:14:17 (50 views)
      - +1 I think I saw the same.. (nt) - Chief Jimbo 2012-03-02 23:57:40 (44 views)
    - +1 Chief is a stellar fella (nt) - Snitch740i 2012-03-02 20:11:23 (47 views)
  - Ok we can take care of that.. Look up the axel shaft on each side and see if - Chief Jimbo 2012-03-01 18:34:52 (68 views)
  - Use Steve R`s method...Put car in Neutral and push cr forwards and reverse then - Snitch740i 2012-03-01 18:26:26 (61 views)
    - Oh yeah I remember him doing that.. it was thesteve though? Try this first - Chief Jimbo 2012-03-01 18:37:32 (60 views)
      - +1...'theSteve' the Jeursey guy....... (nt) - Snitch740i 2012-03-01 19:04:57 (51 views)
- Re: HELP!! Rear Ball Joint has me down 3 days! - pilione 2012-03-01 16:01:16 (58 views)
  - Re: HELP!! Rear Ball Joint has me down 3 days! - pilione 2012-03-01 16:02:41 (53 views)
- How did you manage that? As Jim said try a saw to split it (nt) - Edwin™ 2012-03-01 01:55:40 (60 views)
  - I was thinking that at 130k miles, nothing should be this frozen - bpddaddy 2012-03-01 09:01:59 (56 views)
    - LOL The E38 needs to be inside! hahahaha (nt) - Edwin™ 2012-03-01 12:20:22 (51 views)
- Hate to say but it does not look like you are going to have the surface to apply - Chief Jimbo 2012-03-01 00:29:02 (78 views)
  - SENIOR CHIEF WHO! That may work. I knew the Navy made us smart (nt) - bpddaddy 2012-03-01 01:04:35 (52 views)
    - Also remember that you have a lip on the other side, it will take a bit of time - Chief Jimbo 2012-03-01 02:07:04 (63 views)
      - I agree with the Chief...Is should be easy - dj37027 2012-03-01 07:41:05 (65 views)
        
        Thanks... I'll give you all an update in about 5 hours (nt) - bpddaddy 2012-03-01 08:40:33 (54 views)
        
        Hope that things are going well.. (nt) - Chief Jimbo 2012-03-01 14:34:05 (46 views)
- If you pushed the center of the ball joint out you are using the tool wrong - bsnedeker 2012-02-29 22:20:10 (65 views)
  - Smaller press was only used after I gave up and frustrated - bpddaddy 2012-02-29 22:36:17 (52 views)
- Which direction are you trying to push it out? Forward? - 740isport 2012-02-29 21:01:42 (66 views)
  - Thanks, keep 'em coming. I'm pushing twds the front of the car - bpddaddy 2012-02-29 22:50:33 (65 views)
- Re: HELP!! Rear Ball Joint has me down 3 days! - bpddaddy 2012-02-29 20:36:09 (65 views)
- Of course, you did remove the snap-ring? (nt) - WTH 2012-02-29 19:45:28 (70 views)
  - +1 i think its still on there in the pic (nt) - Super7 2012-02-29 19:55:54 (56 views)
    - That's what's left of the joint. Snap was a bear to get off - should have known (nt) - bpddaddy 2012-02-29 20:38:03 (72 views)

Anyone here own or previously owned motorhome? We are bying a Tiffin class A - HighLine740iL 2012-02-28 20:34:19 (79 views)
- I owned a Tiffin AllegroBus ... towed my 2500 Avy from MD to CA and back! (pic) - aaron00740il 2012-02-28 22:57:50 (151 views)
  - Thank you very much! Any message boards (likeBB) for these machines? - HighLine740iL 2012-02-29 10:18:43 (54 views)
    - I forgot to mention to check out lazydays.com (nt) - aaron00740il 2012-02-29 21:56:51 (55 views)
      - My Brother-in-law works at lazydays in Fl. If you need a hook up let me know! (nt) - Chief Jimbo 2012-02-29 23:17:53 (51 views)
        
        Thank you very much Jim! So sorry to read about your Mistress - HighLine740iL 2012-03-01 09:50:18 (47 views)
        
        Your welcome. Hope that you have a Great buying exp! Thanks, no there were no - Chief Jimbo 2012-03-01 11:44:47 (46 views)
    - I've done RV for a long time so I know how to diy almost anything except the - aaron00740il 2012-02-29 21:54:06 (61 views)
      - Thanks Aaron! We decided on a brand new Tiffin. (nt) - HighLine740iL 2012-03-01 09:47:12 (54 views)
        
        Very Nice. Model? Pick up at factory? (nt) - aaron00740il 2012-03-01 21:36:49 (49 views)
        
        Crofton Maryland dealer. Some interior design changes for personal taste. - HighLine740iL 2012-03-02 19:18:59 (41 views)
  - Great RV!!!! (nt) - Edwin™ 2012-02-29 02:44:45 (48 views)
  - Wow, now thats a motorhome. (nt) - CarlT 2012-02-29 02:43:52 (46 views)
- I have a close friend ---- - TxDarth 2012-02-28 21:33:16 (70 views)
  - Thank you for the information. Based on the information provided to me, the - HighLine740iL 2012-02-29 10:24:34 (54 views)

EDC Shock Absorber - billryan 2012-02-29 06:46:54 (122 views)
- Re: EDC Shock Absorber - mack217 2012-02-29 08:52:38 (95 views)
  - Re: EDC Shock Absorber - billryan 2012-03-01 16:10:19 (66 views)
  - Re: EDC Shock Absorber - billryan 2012-03-01 15:13:48 (59 views)
  - $680/ea. sounds more like it (~1/2 price re: realoem.com's listing). (nt) - WTH 2012-02-29 09:40:08 (50 views)
- Re: EDC Shock Absorber - nazjaz 2012-02-29 08:35:30 (105 views)
  - Re: EDC Shock Absorber - billryan 2012-03-01 15:17:00 (52 views)
    - Re: EDC Shock Absorber - nazjaz 2012-03-02 04:11:07 (46 views)
  - $320/2!! BUT full description says NOT for EDC nor SLS. Damn ... - WTH 2012-02-29 09:33:01 (64 views)

OT: OK now - investment opportunities for 2012(if you have any money left) - TxDarth 2012-02-28 21:21:48 (131 views)
- ROFPIPLMFAO!!!! can i repost to FB? freakin Hilarious (nt) - Super7 2012-03-01 19:17:53 (40 views)
  - be my guest....I own nothing! (nt) - TxDarth 2012-03-01 19:26:21 (43 views)

Shoutout to Chief Jimbo and AquilaBMW (Michael)!!! - 740isport 2012-02-27 11:59:04 (115 views)
- ) Wish all you guys lived in the Dallas area. Sounds like a great group tha - goodoldboycraig 2012-03-01 13:38:50 (35 views)
- Chief is the very rare Combination of mechanical brilliance and.... - bghark 2012-03-01 13:25:23 (56 views)
  - I totally agree with that statement. Makes me feel a lil useless at times :-) (nt) - aquila 2012-03-01 14:07:51 (46 views)
  - Thanks very much Brian. We did make a great team working on cars. Would love to - Chief Jimbo 2012-03-01 13:34:05 (47 views)
    - Soon Bro, very soon. Waiting till you get home to buy a 750 or shorty sport. - bghark 2012-03-01 13:39:43 (43 views)
      - Re: Soon Bro, very soon. Waiting till you get home to buy a 750 or shorty sport. (pic) - bghark 2012-03-01 13:41:17 (63 views)
        
        Very Cool!! Can't wait! Wish I could swing being there for the meet in Atl (nt) - Chief Jimbo 2012-03-01 13:54:07 (40 views)
- Sounds like a great weekend ! (nt) - CarlT 2012-02-29 02:40:52 (39 views)
- So Glad that we were able to get together and have some fun working on the cars. - Chief Jimbo 2012-02-27 16:51:40 (70 views)
  - I'm glad Michael had the ''donor'' parts to install the quad's! - 740isport 2012-02-27 19:24:53 (50 views)
    - I was glad Micael had the donor car also.. Got a couple little bits that helped - Chief Jimbo 2012-02-27 19:33:29 (60 views)
- That's awesome, that sounds like Jim LOL (nt) - Edwin™ 2012-02-27 12:17:07 (54 views)
- Yeah once Jim gets his overalls on there is no stopping him - Shled℠ 2012-02-27 12:05:30 (53 views)
  - Thanks Shled!! V/r, Senior Chief.. (nt) - Chief Jimbo 2012-02-28 10:44:13 (49 views)
    - He just thinks you should get promoted again. (nt) - 740isport 2012-02-28 12:04:47 (49 views)
      - Jim deserves Senior Jedi Master Chief of BMW DIY, but Edwin might argue that! (nt) - aquila 2012-02-28 14:13:45 (46 views)
      - Leave the dude alone he is almost retired (nt) - Edwin™ 2012-02-28 13:49:33 (46 views)
        
        100 and sumthin more days! Whoo! (nt) - aquila 2012-02-28 14:12:46 (48 views)
        retired or retarded? Lol... It is all good I made sure they could not promote me - Chief Jimbo 2012-02-28 13:58:03 (55 views)
        
        Both (nt) - Edwin™ 2012-02-29 02:34:59 (44 views)
        
        I can always count on you for the come backs. (nt) - Chief Jimbo 2012-02-29 17:01:26 (46 views)
        
        I always have your back buddy! (nt) - Edwin™ 2012-03-01 02:03:29 (42 views)
        
        Interested in the MD/DC/VA area? Send me your resume and I can submit it to LM (nt) - aaron00740il 2012-02-28 23:27:39 (52 views)
        
        Thanks Aaron will do. Putting the final touches on it now. Hard to put 25yrs of - Chief Jimbo 2012-02-29 17:00:42 (45 views)
        
        Just don't talk about those red hash marks. What happens in the Navy - 740isport 2012-02-29 20:49:55 (51 views)
        
        LOL.. Still Gold! Just means I was clever enough not to get caught. (nt) - Chief Jimbo 2012-02-29 21:08:54 (48 views)
        
        Thank Heaven for small miracles. (nt) - 740isport 2012-03-01 09:32:18 (49 views)
        
        You got that right.. How did the alignment turn out? (nt) - Chief Jimbo 2012-03-01 13:35:22 (40 views)
        
        Very well, we were within a couple of degrees of perfect! - 740isport 2012-03-01 15:35:34 (43 views)
        
        Very good!! I thought the passenger side was out a little bit when I was looking - Chief Jimbo 2012-03-01 15:47:04 (36 views)
        
        Oddly enough, that was the side with the issue, more so than - 740isport 2012-03-01 16:04:48 (35 views)
        
        Very good!! I thought the passenger side was out a little bit when I was looking - Chief Jimbo 2012-03-01 15:47:01 (40 views)
- BB Family at its best....but we need pics or it didnt hap..... (nt) - Snitch740i 2012-02-27 12:04:31 (57 views)
  - My wife did nt come up to San Fran until later she is the one that takes pics. I - Chief Jimbo 2012-02-27 17:39:17 (51 views)
    - Saturday was a blast! Way too much fun... - aquila 2012-02-27 23:20:16 (47 views)

How long do you think it would prolong the life of the chain guides... - dmm96452 2012-02-28 21:13:34 (97 views)
- I think all of the wear come at startup. I think the best way to - Stu 2012-02-29 09:29:02 (66 views)
  - Perhaps. But that is analagous to having an automatic shower everyday.......... - Mark740iL 2012-02-29 12:41:46 (90 views)
    - +1 Pre-lubing will not help UNLESS there is some magic - Shled℠ 2012-03-01 12:14:19 (63 views)
  - Like an AccuSump (url) - jaap 2012-02-29 10:37:44 (68 views)
    - Exactly! What cha think? Go inline with the return from the - Stu 2012-02-29 11:03:19 (53 views)
  - Because the tensioner is hydraulic assisted by a spring (nt) - Stu 2012-02-29 09:30:17 (65 views)
- The spring is only for when there is no oil pressure (engine off)..... - Mark740iL 2012-02-28 21:44:06 (73 views)
  - But even still... - dmm96452 2012-02-28 21:49:55 (59 views)
    - Yes, but if the guides are not brittle, they absorb the impact..... - Mark740iL 2012-02-28 22:56:50 (81 views)
      - I had no plastic up top at all... - dmm96452 2012-02-29 10:30:45 (62 views)
  - I remember the post about that...if I had a spare engine laying around... (nt) - dmm96452 2012-02-28 21:48:03 (66 views)
- I did mine for those exact reasons.......the trouble is, I don't think - sealbeach740 2012-02-28 21:42:23 (74 views)
  - exactly - bteeley 2012-03-01 08:58:17 (56 views)

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BBS CH 19' (pic) - pkortun 2012-02-26 21:03:12 (327 views)
- Very good lookin on that car, of course I would kill for your style 32's also. (nt) - aureliaz3 2012-03-01 02:50:04 (41 views)
- Re: BBS CH 19' - comainferno 2012-02-29 02:07:50 (40 views)
  - Can you elaborate? Are you concerned about using a 16'' spare with 19'' wheels - Wiggi 2012-02-29 14:25:07 (39 views)
    - Re: Can you elaborate? Are you concerned about using a 16'' spare with 19'' wheels - comainferno 2012-03-01 01:19:05 (40 views)
      - If you keep the overall tire diameter within +/- 3% you should be fine. (nt) - 740isport 2012-03-01 09:36:02 (41 views)
- FYI, Vortex Tuning sits in Orange County, CA (nt) - Wiggi 2012-02-28 12:46:51 (53 views)
  - And you can get a set of 19'' for $800, wheras the real BBS wheels will cost (pic) (url) - Wiggi 2012-02-28 14:05:52 (124 views)
    - Re:BBS RGR - densantafe 2012-02-28 15:09:44 (47 views)
      - Wow. Do you have any pictures? I'd love to see them on the E38. Same size all - Wiggi 2012-02-28 15:37:40 (49 views)
        
        Same size front & rear. - densantafe 2012-02-28 16:08:00 (45 views)
        
        Thanks for the pictures Here they are, so everyone can admire real BBS RGR (pic) - Wiggi 2012-02-29 18:16:59 (89 views)
        Sure, email me (by clicking on my user name in an open post). Regarding (url) - Wiggi 2012-02-29 01:26:19 (60 views)
        
        W; pics sent by email. (nt) - densantafe 2012-02-29 15:49:02 (37 views)
        uploads worked OK in Windows but not in Mac10.6 - densantafe 2012-02-29 14:42:30 (40 views)
- Nice! (nt) - Shled℠ 2012-02-27 12:28:49 (54 views)
- Nice looking wheels....The rear could use a lil lip tho (nt) - Snitch740i 2012-02-27 12:08:07 (44 views)
- VERY attractive looking rims....always liked BBS' designs and strength.... - Tim G in Central NJ 2012-02-27 08:39:25 (61 views)
  - Original BBS cost 25-50% of our cars. Would rather upgrade an engine - pkortun 2012-02-27 19:39:11 (61 views)
- Nice rims! Remind me a bit of The Transporter. Are they available online? (nt) - Wiggi 2012-02-27 00:15:11 (52 views)
  - Yes, check Vortex site or Ebay. They have silver and black LM as well (nt) - pkortun 2012-02-27 19:32:35 (47 views)
- A little OT, but I sure like the looks of your M5!! Nice. (nt) - sealbeach740 2012-02-26 21:53:28 (50 views)
- I like the 32's. New ones are ok too though. - nickc 2012-02-26 21:33:28 (38 views)
  - 32's are very heavy. Not for e38's suspension. Other 19'-20' OEM wheels (pic) - pkortun 2012-02-26 22:10:56 (117 views)
    - Did you get those off of craigslist in Philly/NJ area? - geoff046 2012-02-26 22:21:50 (42 views)
      - Wheels were on Vortex' Xmas sale - $700 shipped - pkortun 2012-02-27 19:29:46 (59 views)

Need new tires for 2001 740i Sport w/18in M Wheels - thumpergogo 2012-02-28 12:44:02 (166 views)
- Just to add some more information to this discussion, you might want to ... (pic) - WTH 2012-02-28 18:39:59 (133 views)
  - I thought it was simplier - - sealbeach740 2012-03-01 01:47:38 (42 views)
  - GR8 info Huff.......but wheres Ur post explaining over--understeer. - audiavant 2012-02-29 16:03:44 (40 views)
- Re: Need new tires for 2001 740i Sport w/18in M Wheels - Tim G in Central NJ 2012-02-28 17:23:50 (69 views)
- For fronts - oregonmtb 2012-02-28 15:50:58 (58 views)
- I would keep the fronts @ 235 max, but you can do 275-40 @ the rear (nt) - audiavant 2012-02-28 12:53:18 (42 views)
  - Re: I would keep the fronts @ 235 max, but you can do 275-40 @ the rear - thumpergogo 2012-02-29 15:57:55 (55 views)
    - Boy, I would be A bit concerned with 235s’ up front and 275s’ in the rear.... - bghark 2012-02-29 16:52:33 (58 views)
      - Re: Boy, I would be A bit concerned with 235s’ up front and 275s’ in the rear.... - thumpergogo 2012-02-29 21:13:33 (47 views)
        
        I love the Continental DWS. Best tire I have had in a long time.... - bghark 2012-03-01 09:28:08 (61 views)

I dont know how he does it - bteeley 2012-02-28 14:32:31 (73 views)
- Yeah, there's no stopping him Last parts I ordered on a Friday afternoon - Wiggi 2012-02-29 14:22:36 (41 views)
- He is a parts Jedi 'these arent the parts youre looking for' (nt) - Stu 2012-02-29 09:26:34 (41 views)
  - Re: He is a parts Jedi 'these arent the parts youre looking for' - bteeley 2012-03-01 09:01:33 (41 views)
- Great service again! (nt) - Edwin™ 2012-02-29 02:48:56 (47 views)
- I have long suspected that Max has ol' St.Nick moonlighting for him... - Tim G in Central NJ 2012-02-28 18:45:10 (46 views)
- On my last order I notice it came from Carson, ca. - paprmkr 2012-02-28 15:51:50 (53 views)

OT: Get A Load of This... (url) - Simeon 2012-02-28 17:12:34 (172 views)
- Where can I buy this kit?? (nt) - Edwin™ 2012-03-01 01:59:40 (44 views)
- Link to the build for this monstrosity........... (url) - medic1 2012-02-29 23:02:57 (55 views)
- The wheels look okay..... (nt) - pdef1949 2012-02-29 18:38:46 (41 views)
- WOW! This really needs a NSFA warning. - 740isport 2012-02-29 16:50:47 (51 views)
- Re: OT: Get A Load of This... - nazjaz 2012-02-29 16:23:37 (44 views)
- My.......Eyes.......... this one needed a disclaimer Mac. ;-) (nt) - audiavant 2012-02-29 16:06:33 (54 views)
- Wasn't that car featured in 'Who framed Roger Rabbit?' (nt) - bghark 2012-02-29 13:24:35 (41 views)
- Frankenstang - Shled℠ 2012-02-29 11:49:32 (42 views)
- If not - I don't want to see the #1!!! (nt) - TxDarth 2012-02-28 21:37:46 (47 views)

OT....Naughty and funny...I dont know where I got this. My sister says it - audiavant 2012-02-27 20:59:06 (193 views)
- Now THAT'S A fairy tale (nt) - pdef1949 2012-02-29 18:41:09 (37 views)
- I love it. What life could have been..... ( I love my wife, I love my wife....) (nt) - nickc 2012-02-27 21:38:06 (39 views)
- LOL...How do you spell Utopia? (nt) - dmm96452 2012-02-27 21:29:55 (41 views)

OEM - jsh2151 2012-02-29 01:10:45 (74 views)
- Yes! Get them from Max, oembimmerparts (nt) - Edwin™ 2012-02-29 02:44:06 (57 views)
  - Done deal. Ordering from Max. TRW and Lemforder..what's the difference? Why - jsh2151 2012-02-29 13:46:35 (52 views)
    - They never made them (nt) - Edwin™ 2012-02-29 14:52:14 (50 views)
  - Re: Yes! Get them from Max, oembimmerparts ++1 million - pilione 2012-02-29 12:46:37 (53 views)

A pic of the E39 I thought you guys might enjoy.... (pic) - ...albo 2012-02-28 19:33:56 (238 views)
- ....and another... (pic) - ...albo 2012-02-29 11:22:17 (110 views)
  - ...and a larger version of my sig... (pic) - ...albo 2012-02-29 11:24:44 (77 views)
- Nice pic! (nt) - Edwin™ 2012-02-29 02:47:52 (43 views)
  - Thanks Edwin! (nt) - ...albo 2012-02-29 11:21:41 (46 views)
- If you like E39's, see the new movie Bullhead. It plays prominently in the movie (url) - Steve R 2012-02-28 21:28:14 (57 views)
  - Sounds interesting...maybe i'll wait until it's available on netflix. (nt) - ...albo 2012-02-29 11:02:35 (42 views)
- Nice dude. 540I? I like the list of mods, just upgrade those - cogic740 2012-02-28 21:14:31 (58 views)
  - Bad experience with the Nankangs? So far I like their wear characteristics... (nt) - ...albo 2012-02-29 10:44:43 (44 views)

Closing Side View Mirror - bteeley 2012-02-27 16:30:15 (68 views)
- Just installed some on mine and they sound the same as yours. Although I had to - kwbooth 2012-02-29 00:59:02 (32 views)
  - So was the wiring allready there, so plug and play..? I have a set sitting in my - CarlT 2012-02-29 02:32:42 (45 views)
    - It was plug and play however the passenger side wiring harness did not have the - kwbooth 2012-02-29 11:18:25 (40 views)
    - Depends. Have not found a way to tell besides looking once the card is off (url) - Shled℠ 2012-02-29 10:53:32 (56 views)
      - But of course, looks kinda bad having wires hanging in the door jam.... - CarlT 2012-02-29 11:05:18 (35 views)
- Your mirrors sound like all power folds. Nothing wrong... (nt) - Shled℠ 2012-02-28 10:01:04 (45 views)
- Same as mine (vid) - Edwin™ 2012-02-28 03:14:59 (63 views)
  - Re: Same as mine - bteeley 2012-02-28 14:30:15 (34 views)
- About the same here. (nt) - WTH 2012-02-27 19:31:22 (46 views)

UPDATE: Windshield Replacement Complete (url) - age109 2012-02-27 23:38:00 (2298 views)
- I just went through the same exercise today.. - CarlT 2012-02-28 13:03:51 (2220 views)
  - Average 51.8 db over a 1 minute period around 60-70 mph - age109 2012-02-28 22:54:54 (56 views)
    - I'm getting simular reading on some apps... - CarlT 2012-02-29 10:56:19 (39 views)
  - Np. Just downloaded one for android. I'll try to do this on my way home. (nt) - age109 2012-02-28 14:10:33 (46 views)
- Great news, we read a lot worse story's here (nt) - Edwin™ 2012-02-28 03:13:02 (43 views)

2001 740i Sport for sale in my area...seems like a nice car (url) - jsh2151 2012-02-29 01:12:10 (153 views)
- Sweet goodies thrown in. In my backyard, too. 130k mi cars in this shape seem - Steve R 2012-02-29 07:33:10 (56 views)
- Looks like a the is a BMW guy, is that a M5 I'm spotting in the garage..? (nt) - CarlT 2012-02-29 02:52:18 (45 views)
- Beautiful car. That's going to be my next e38... 740i with the sport&winter pkg - laselvasurf 2012-02-29 02:26:30 (49 views)

Is it possible to remove the door bin w/out removing door panel? - spalding 2012-02-28 16:36:23 (55 views)
- It has to come off to get to the screws on the back (nt) - Edwin™ 2012-02-29 02:49:57 (52 views)
- It's not difficult but yes it needs to come off. Lots of write ups here - Shled 2012-02-28 16:49:56 (45 views)

My first coding work... (url) - dmm96452 2012-02-28 17:44:13 (145 views)
- Great job, the system resets the adaptations of the tranny and DME (nt) - Edwin™ 2012-02-29 02:46:50 (43 views)
- Also... - dmm96452 2012-02-28 17:50:57 (56 views)
  - Im envious. I was about to do this but my laptop took a dump. - age109 2012-02-28 22:39:56 (57 views)

Claybarred for the 1st time 2day. Took 3 hrs between cleaning, clay and 2 coats (pic) - Steve R 2012-02-26 22:05:36 (251 views)
- Fantastic results! (nt) - DavidC 2012-02-29 01:05:33 (33 views)
- Looks Great, did you also do the bumpers? or just painted metal parts..? (nt) - bofessional 2012-02-28 09:12:44 (40 views)
  - I used Mothers Back to Black on the black bumper strips, wax everywhere else (nt) - Steve R 2012-02-28 21:30:47 (39 views)
- Showroom look....Looks fantastic...GJ! (nt) - Snitch740i 2012-02-28 01:11:27 (44 views)
- Looks Great ! Regarding Zymol, I've used it a lot in the past, when I was young - CarlT 2012-02-27 17:04:46 (55 views)
  - Yeah, I found that the Zymol left a LOT of whitish blue remains but Zaino doesnt - Steve R 2012-02-28 00:11:57 (49 views)
    - Then you are probably just using 2 much. 3 teaspoons should be enough for a 7.. (nt) - CarlT 2012-02-28 02:41:33 (42 views)
      - Wow, then I used WAY too much! Oh well, will know next time if there is one. (nt) - Steve R 2012-02-28 08:00:23 (38 views)
- in case you missed my post for you (pic) - kingdom7 2012-02-27 10:02:22 (126 views)
  - I can't really see her in this pic but if she's got a pulse, send her over! :o) (nt) - Steve R 2012-02-28 00:12:55 (41 views)
- She is looking great! (nt) - Edwin™ 2012-02-27 03:22:30 (45 views)
  - Thanks, Edwin! Happy with the results. My neighbor was envious. He let me driv - Steve R 2012-02-27 07:43:44 (54 views)
- Looks good Steve. There are several types of Zymol. There is the - mouser 2012-02-27 00:21:44 (57 views)
  - Thanks for the heads up on Zymol. Not into using an armbreaker when it comes to - Steve R 2012-02-27 07:41:19 (46 views)
- Looks awsome!!! (nt) - aureliaz3 2012-02-26 22:42:29 (48 views)
  - Thanks, man. Have you also tried this clay bar thing? (nt) - Steve R 2012-02-26 23:16:55 (38 views)
    - My paint isnt nice enought but I know it does wonders!! - aureliaz3 2012-02-28 15:21:33 (29 views)

OT: (Adult - NSFWS) Thief caught on video... (vid) (adult) - TxDarth 2012-02-27 16:39:06 (358 views)
- Google 'Gianna Michaels orange' and you will find it. (nt) - Chief Jimbo 2012-02-28 13:56:17 (97 views)
- Bummer! I was looking forward to seeing that again! LOL (nt) - Stu 2012-02-28 10:21:55 (39 views)
- Darnit... no can see. (nt) - Steve R 2012-02-28 07:58:45 (40 views)
- Bandwith ran out Roger time for a pro account (nt) - Edwin™ 2012-02-28 03:12:11 (41 views)
- I dont see a video..error says' account inactive'? (nt) - Snitch740i 2012-02-28 01:20:14 (42 views)
  - account inactive'? -Nah, Photobucket pulled after too many hits.... (nt) - TxDarth 2012-02-28 21:49:11 (46 views)
- PC people gonna be on the warpath Roger. Thanks for the awesome footage! (nt) - HighLine740iL 2012-02-27 17:23:59 (59 views)
- I've watched it about 10 times so far and still not getting it... - dmm96452 2012-02-27 17:21:02 (47 views)
- LOL doesn't do this justice...I'm still laughing as I watch it again to see how - kwbooth 2012-02-27 16:53:21 (41 views)

Quick Question - HID Bulb Upgrade. DS2 or DS2R? - aquila 2012-02-28 15:13:41 (60 views)
- D2S Forgot to reply on your email. (nt) - 740isport 2012-02-28 17:04:26 (51 views)
  - Ehh... Wassup Doc? Paprmkr is my man now... he responded! LOL !!! :-) (nt) - aquila 2012-02-28 17:52:46 (36 views)
- On back of manual, or call dealer. Sylvania.com has bulb type for vehicles (nt) - paprmkr 2012-02-28 15:49:04 (42 views)
  - Thanks! I checked Sylvania - D2S bulbs are the one (nt) - aquila 2012-02-28 17:06:34 (40 views)
  - Thanks! Hope to see you in Pasadena in May :-) (nt) - aquila 2012-02-28 16:44:42 (38 views)
    - your welcome, see you in Pasadena (nt) - paprmkr 2012-02-28 18:59:08 (33 views)

no affilation... (url) - kerrys740il 2012-02-28 12:59:51 (122 views)
- Is that the violet color? I love that color. (nt) - wcsnyder 2012-02-28 17:16:25 (40 views)
  - I have the build sheet. It is Orient Blau. - aquila 2012-02-28 18:47:54 (48 views)

Power Steering Fluid Leak - only750 2012-02-28 12:53:14 (66 views)
- Fluid is CH-11S not that expensive, and the clamps well check them out - Edwin™ 2012-02-28 13:40:18 (54 views)
  - +1 - bteeley 2012-02-28 15:19:17 (40 views)

What finish are OEM M-Pars? (pic) (url) - Wiggi 2012-02-26 14:20:23 (131 views)
- Thanks guys. So, the silver won't look OEM unfortunately. There goes the - Wiggi 2012-02-28 13:59:14 (37 views)
- Ball burnished then cleared fom the factory. No color. - Stu 2012-02-27 10:32:44 (46 views)
- Wiggi email me, i am at work so cant use my email - paprmkr 2012-02-26 18:07:01 (45 views)
- Polished-Matte is what is/was OEM, only the lip the rest is matte silver (nt) - Edwin™ 2012-02-26 14:58:34 (51 views)

issue after upper timing gasket install - 199740il 2012-02-27 16:45:06 (69 views)
- Did you get the chain tensioner re-installed correctly? (nt) - dmm96452 2012-02-27 17:52:04 (43 views)
- Re: issue after upper timing gasket install - bteeley 2012-02-27 17:45:09 (40 views)
  - Re: issue after upper timing gasket install - 199740il 2012-02-27 17:56:54 (48 views)
    - Was it the solenoid gasket you replaced or the upper timing chain cover gasket? (nt) - dmm96452 2012-02-27 17:59:07 (41 views)
      - Re: Was it the solenoid gasket you replaced or the upper timing chain cover gasket? - 199740il 2012-02-27 18:52:26 (51 views)
        
        I didnt connect the secondary air line to the header - 199740il 2012-02-27 20:25:29 (42 views)
        
        Awesome! (nt) - dmm96452 2012-02-27 20:52:00 (37 views)
        
        And did you reconnect the CPS and VANOS solenoid? (nt) - dmm96452 2012-02-27 19:22:37 (49 views)
        Re: Was it the solenoid gasket you replaced or the upper timing chain cover gasket? - dmm96452 2012-02-27 19:08:25 (36 views)
        
        Re: Was it the solenoid gasket you replaced or the upper timing chain cover gasket? - 199740il 2012-02-27 21:10:15 (42 views)
        
        You don't. As long as you leave the chain alone and don't turn the engine... - dmm96452 2012-02-27 21:17:19 (40 views)
        
        Re: You don't. As long as you leave the chain alone and don't turn the engine... - 199740il 2012-02-28 11:54:30 (32 views)

Clearing Up How To Check Trans Fluid - kosmokratur 2012-02-26 10:14:57 (72 views)
- car running -30-50 C --Yes the recssed plug (nt) - JoeC 98 740il & 750il 2012-02-26 11:51:38 (58 views)
- I thought BMW changed the trans from 5HP30 to 4HP24 starting 01/97. So did the - Mario 2012-02-26 10:34:05 (54 views)
  - Yes. (nt) - WTH 2012-02-26 12:11:12 (48 views)
    - True. THe 740 and 750 shared the 5HP30 until sometime - mikeym 2012-02-28 08:49:33 (49 views)

timing chain guide success!!! - mark1998 2012-02-26 09:37:00 (118 views)
- You are very welcome Mark. It was my pleasure. (nt) - 01sport 2012-02-27 13:29:29 (45 views)
- Awesome! - 740ilDuke 2012-02-26 15:37:47 (54 views)
  - I am probably the wrong guy---took me 3 months (nt) - mark1998 2012-02-26 19:05:12 (37 views)
- Great feeling isn't it? I just got it done myself. (nt) - dmm96452 2012-02-26 11:15:12 (47 views)
  - ? How much is the avg $$$ in parts...Trying to save money for - Snitch740i 2012-02-26 13:07:53 (56 views)
    - Do you have the tools? (nt) - dmm96452 2012-02-27 13:59:12 (49 views)
    - Let me know if you need any help. (nt) - 01sport 2012-02-27 13:32:23 (38 views)
    - Re: ? How much is the avg $$$ in parts...Trying to save money for - mark1998 2012-02-26 19:03:52 (59 views)
    - Depends on how many 'might as wells' you add in... - dmm96452 2012-02-26 14:04:22 (74 views)
      - Metal gaskets for power steering pump ??? I did my guides w/o fooling with - mouser 2012-02-27 00:30:13 (46 views)
        
        I didn't feel comfortable with it hanging so I took it off.. (pic) - dmm96452 2012-02-27 02:16:14 (89 views)
        good job by the way. Any pics ???? (nt) - mouser 2012-02-27 00:30:48 (49 views)
        
        The rest of my pics... (pic) - dmm96452 2012-02-27 02:18:59 (90 views)
        
        The inside of that timing cover is kind of 'sludgy' did - mouser 2012-02-27 16:39:05 (45 views)
        
        The first owner (up to 85k) got it serviced at a dealer... - dmm96452 2012-02-28 08:19:20 (41 views)
      - And the real OSV while the chain is off (nt) - Edwin™ 2012-02-26 14:54:47 (50 views)
        
        Yup completely forgot that...mine was all busted up. - dmm96452 2012-02-26 15:39:10 (44 views)
      - I also replaced the VANOS solenoids (2) $130 (nt) - dmm96452 2012-02-26 14:20:07 (49 views)
        
        Re: I also replaced the VANOS solenoids (2) $130 - bteeley 2012-02-26 14:35:45 (41 views)
        
        Can't say - dmm96452 2012-02-26 14:53:54 (39 views)

That Murad Motors guy has some cool stuff (pic) (url) - Ed 2012-02-26 11:58:13 (221 views)
- Re: That Murad Motors guy has some cool stuff - pilione 2012-02-27 17:24:45 (92 views)
  - Sweet!!!!!..always glad to assist in BB members savings (nt) - Snitch740i 2012-02-28 01:15:54 (40 views)
- Total D-Bag.... I wouldnt give him $.01 of my money.. - clgrant 2012-02-27 10:10:48 (45 views)
- Its funny, he has alot of auctions where the prices are just - mouser 2012-02-27 00:24:49 (45 views)
  - I tried to offer my price ones or twice ... - stas 2012-02-27 09:53:44 (41 views)
- Nope if the set is complete plug and play, don't forget the center console! (nt) - Edwin™ 2012-02-26 15:01:58 (42 views)
- I am sure he has his reasons but ... - stas 2012-02-26 12:06:55 (89 views)
  - The guy is out right an asshole... - mrebay 2012-02-26 22:32:17 (48 views)
  - +1.. Plus, $750 flipping dollars!!!!! No Flipping way!!! (nt) - dj37027 2012-02-26 18:40:09 (55 views)
    - A mod on bf.c got 600 for his. So 750 isn't THAT bad - nickc 2012-02-26 20:10:55 (41 views)

OT....clean and funny )) - audiavant 2012-02-27 20:54:24 (116 views)
- Heard it before, but still makes me laugh (nt) - nickc 2012-02-27 21:40:09 (33 views)
- I work in the senate...there would have been way more than 12...just sayin. (nt) - dmm96452 2012-02-27 20:58:48 (40 views)
  - ......probably about 544 more (nt) - TxDarth 2012-02-27 21:10:27 (43 views)

erratic temperature needle - hoppy40 2012-02-27 12:45:40 (71 views)
- Re: erratic temperature needle - bteeley 2012-02-27 15:31:36 (38 views)
  - Re: erratic temperature needle - hoppy40 2012-02-27 16:50:05 (45 views)
    - Re: erratic temperature needle - bteeley 2012-02-27 17:01:09 (54 views)
      - TIS says MIN fan speed & MAX temp. The point of that seems to be to include ... - WTH 2012-02-27 19:16:57 (46 views)

OT: My Father is already converting my Son to the dark side.... (pic) - kingdom7 2012-02-26 09:27:37 (220 views)
- at least he has really good taste, love the roadster (nt) - cody3 2012-02-27 18:05:01 (37 views)
- Re: OT: My Father is already converting my Son to the dark side.... - Claudio 2012-02-26 17:19:33 (57 views)
- Im with you on that E!! I would pass on just about anything for a real one!! (nt) - aureliaz3 2012-02-26 15:49:48 (40 views)
- I would pass on the E38 if I got that in a full size version (nt) - Edwin™ 2012-02-26 14:53:15 (38 views)
- Re: OT: My Father is already converting my Son to the dark side.... - bteeley 2012-02-26 14:44:42 (42 views)
- My Kind Of GranPop! (nt) - Simeon 2012-02-26 10:43:57 (40 views)

Quick Vote : Trunk Shocks L & R : Mirrored or Identical? (url) - Himey 2012-02-27 12:08:55 (87 views)
- Re: Quick Vote : Trunk Shocks L & R : Mirrored or Identical? - bteeley 2012-02-27 14:30:56 (50 views)
  - yes grab end with hole & twist no unscrewing of anything. They looked identical - Super7 2012-02-27 17:20:33 (45 views)
- i did this last year. bought stabilus (BMW OEM man.) to make it fit - Super7 2012-02-27 13:07:21 (58 views)
- Left and right is identical on OEM. I've never noticed that the end screws open. - Wiggi 2012-02-27 13:01:45 (49 views)
- One hand on each end, twist 180 degrees. Install and hope they - Shled℠ 2012-02-27 12:40:36 (47 views)
  - Cheers... they don't seem to twist easily so wasn't sure if they were supposed - Himey 2012-02-27 12:46:08 (40 views)
- Why bother? (url) - dmm96452 2012-02-27 12:16:01 (59 views)
  - Look at my signature; I'm not new to this. But cheers for - Himey 2012-02-27 12:38:21 (59 views)
    - Noted and logged. (nt) - dmm96452 2012-02-27 12:50:36 (41 views)
      - Apologies for the rant... just frustrated with myself. (nt) - Himey 2012-02-27 13:10:34 (42 views)
        
        No worries I get going 100mph and miss things... - dmm96452 2012-02-27 13:14:24 (39 views)
        
        Cheers... going to twist the s**t out of 'em and hope they don't bust ala Super7 - Himey 2012-02-27 13:29:18 (41 views)
- They should but after market struts can be thicker then OEM left no issue - Edwin™ 2012-02-27 12:15:10 (50 views)
  - Strut seems identical in width to original; fits under right side sleeve. - Himey 2012-02-27 12:17:48 (39 views)

drivers side upper timing seal trouble - 199740il 2012-02-27 09:55:09 (68 views)
- Are you missing a socket? May have left something in the cam train.... - Stu 2012-02-27 10:28:19 (47 views)
  - Re: Are you missing a socket? May have left something in the cam train.... - 199740il 2012-02-27 11:15:16 (50 views)
    - I had that thought... - dmm96452 2012-02-27 11:34:57 (52 views)
      - Not really. If the upper timing cover is perfectly level where - Stu 2012-02-27 12:28:03 (48 views)
        
        Re: Not really. If the upper timing cover is perfectly level where - 199740il 2012-02-27 16:35:02 (45 views)
      - Re: I had that thought... - 199740il 2012-02-27 12:22:38 (53 views)

Coolant spill in the trunk - dmm96452 2012-02-27 11:17:41 (54 views)
- The Simple Green worked like a champ. - dmm96452 2012-02-27 13:24:54 (44 views)
- I just scrubbed it down with SG...we'll see what happens when it dries! (nt) - dmm96452 2012-02-27 12:03:36 (35 views)
- An extractor does wonders! (nt) - Edwin™ 2012-02-27 11:48:44 (49 views)
  - +1 or maybe a wet/dry vac if you have one? (nt) - Shled℠ 2012-02-27 11:56:55 (42 views)
- Trunk floor carpet comes right out. Pull it and use Simple Green? - Shled℠ 2012-02-27 11:42:35 (39 views)
  - Its out now...Simple Green next...thanks. (nt) - dmm96452 2012-02-27 11:45:41 (41 views)

OT Between my wife and me, we have a LOT of devices needeing (pic) - JerrytheK 2012-02-27 11:43:21 (128 views)
- Looking good JK! (nt) - Shled℠ 2012-02-27 12:00:57 (38 views)
- Cool Jerry! (nt) - Edwin™ 2012-02-27 11:48:04 (36 views)
- Nice... (nt) - dmm96452 2012-02-27 11:46:46 (35 views)

Trouble shooting - rock1121 2012-02-26 10:08:35 (95 views)
- Welcome here, if you can get codes that will help a lot, the FP doesn't run all - Edwin™ 2012-02-26 15:05:09 (52 views)
  - Re: Welcome here, if you can get codes that will help a lot, the FP doesn't run all - rock1121 2012-02-27 10:59:19 (35 views)
    - About coding? (nt) - Edwin™ 2012-02-27 11:46:37 (41 views)

Any meets coming up in the SE area? - nazjaz 2012-02-26 08:13:50 (36 views)
- Check the Meet & Greet forum over there...>>> - Shled 2012-02-26 09:28:45 (40 views)

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