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Topic: Austin Guys still meeting this weekend? ...`cause I can't go |
ClayW
Replies: 4
Views: 75
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-24-08 12:22 Subject: Austin Guys still meeting this weekend? ...`cause I can't go |
Car's still in the shop!
Boo. |
Topic: Stud availability for Volvo/E21 brake swap? |
ClayW
Replies: 6
Views: 155
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-24-08 10:52 Subject: Re: Stud availability for Volvo/E21 brake swap? |
| H_Krix, what was your website/blog address again? |
Topic: paint color help please |
ClayW
Replies: 12
Views: 347
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-24-08 06:39 Subject: Re: paint color help please |
Oh, this issue has been beaten quite a bit.
Basically, it comes down to what you want. Number matching cars aren't that much more valuable (not like early Camaros and Mustangs). Original color seem ... |
Topic: 320is diff's and inboard brakes |
ClayW
Replies: 9
Views: 241
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-23-08 09:35 Subject: Re: 320is diff's and inboard brakes |
| You're looking at a lot of custom machined parts. Also, with the half-shafts being shortened to accomodate the inboard brakes, I'm not sure that the stock CV joints could handle the angles of full sus ... |
Topic: universal handsign?? |
ClayW
Replies: 17
Views: 545
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-22-08 02:40 Subject: Re: universal handsign?? |
Dude!
http://educate-yourself.org/lte/bush_satan_5.jpg
The day I see this clown driving an 02 is the day I drive mine off a cliff. |
Topic: universal handsign?? |
ClayW
Replies: 17
Views: 545
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-22-08 02:38 Subject: I thought that meant, "Steal Third" (nt) |
| (nt) |
Topic: NE1 need 6 series rear seats & 3.64 lsd? in nj junkyard |
ClayW
Replies: 3
Views: 192
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-22-08 11:14 Subject: Re: NE1 need 6 series rear seats & 3.64 lsd? in nj junkyard |
Damn, I could really use a 3.64 LSD but I'm nowhere near New Jersey and I don't have the money!
That's always the case, isn't it? |
Topic: 2002 Diesel ! |
ClayW
Replies: 9
Views: 455
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-22-08 09:50 Subject: Re: 2002 Diesel ! |
turbo position and idler arm are going to be friends..
Hmmm...sounds like a lot of fun. I'd like to see someone import a new 120d and do the swap.
http://bmw120d.com/images/4c_diesel_400px.jpg
... |
Topic: Car's in the bodyshop....crossing my fingers |
ClayW
Replies: 2
Views: 246
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-22-08 07:51 Subject: Car's in the bodyshop....crossing my fingers |
http://x12.xanga.com/2f4c702719d30195575111/z151044993.jpg
Dropped the car off at the bodyshop last night. I'm crossing my fingers, hoping that everything will come out okay....and that they won't ... |
Topic: 2002 Diesel ! |
ClayW
Replies: 9
Views: 455
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-22-08 06:58 Subject: Do a forum search |
But for starters.....
The M21 (324TD & 524TD) is based on the same architecture as an M20, for which there are conversion parts. You'll have to switch your fuel lines to diesel-friendly lines and b ... |
Topic: Big Brake upgrade question (nt) |
ClayW
Replies: 8
Views: 277
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-21-08 12:40 Subject: Re: Big Brake upgrade question (nt) |
| Yes, 80-83 320i hubs on non-tii struts. |
Topic: Big Brake upgrade question (nt) |
ClayW
Replies: 8
Views: 277
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-21-08 08:44 Subject: Re: Big Brake upgrade question (nt) |
| I ordered calipers for an `87 Volvo 240, just make sure you're asking for vented rotor calipers. |
Topic: looking for motorised door lock tutorial |
ClayW
Replies: 4
Views: 139
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-21-08 06:12 Subject: Re: looking for motorised door lock tutorial |
the kits available come with all necessary parts and very good instructions included....
i installed some on one of my o2's in about an hour...pretty easy stuff
Didn't someone (HKrix?) do a how- ... |
Topic: SOT: Bay Area 02ers |
ClayW
Replies: 3
Views: 176
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-18-08 06:28 Subject: Thanks! |
| Don't forget that if you're bringing a '76 to California and want to register it here, you'll have to smog it. Might be worth keeping it registered out of state if you've removed any of the smog stuf ... |
Topic: SOT: Bay Area 02ers |
ClayW
Replies: 3
Views: 176
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-17-08 12:12 Subject: SOT: Bay Area 02ers |
San Francisco Bay Area 02 guys: I'm considering relocating to the San Francisco area and I wanted some information on where to move and what events there are for 02ers.
Can you guys email me at cl ... |
Topic: prices on previously popular parts |
ClayW
Replies: 13
Views: 464
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-17-08 07:11 Subject: Re: thanks for responding, all! |
Clay,
I should have one, this is an example of what I was saying, when these were $20, we changed all the mouldings on every paint job, now we are more selective.
Dave
Sure. Shoot me an email ... |
Topic: Speedometer Markings |
ClayW
Replies: 8
Views: 278
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-16-08 11:43 Subject: Re: Speedometer Markings |
3.45:1 diff -- W=1.24 speedo
3.64:1 diff -- W=1.297 speedo (W=1.30 is close enough)
3.90:1 diff -- W=1.39 speedo ('76 49-State 2002)
3.91:1 diff -- W=1.393 speedo (E21 320is LSD)
4.10:1 diff -- W= ... |
Topic: prices on previously popular parts |
ClayW
Replies: 13
Views: 464
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-16-08 09:18 Subject: Re: prices on previously popular parts |
Hmmm....do you have a lower passenger side door trim piece? I didn't want to spend the dough to get one new piece of trim....I just need one to cover the clips!
Email me at clay [dot] weiland [at] ... |
Topic: Speedometer Markings |
ClayW
Replies: 8
Views: 278
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-16-08 09:14 Subject: Speedometer Markings |
I searched but couldn't find anything in the archives, though I could swear I saw someone post this answer.
What markings on the back of the speedometer indicate which differential gear ratio that ... |
Topic: Megasquirt/EDIS People: Ignition table for optimum mileage? |
ClayW
Replies: 2
Views: 117
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-16-08 08:35 Subject: Megasquirt/EDIS People: Ignition table for optimum mileage? |
| I imported Tim Skwiot's table and it works really well. I'm curious now about any changes that might help with optimizing fuel mileage. Obviously, the EFI will help, but my goal for now is good mileag ... |
Topic: Some of my Images from the Le Mans Classic 2008: |
ClayW
Replies: 9
Views: 408
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-15-08 09:49 Subject: For those without dial-up (Really? Dial up?) |
There you go:
Still Copyrighted!
http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q256/richstern/LeMansClassic99.jpg
http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q256/richstern/LeMansClassic89.jpg
http://i138.photobuck ... |
Topic: expected gas mileage? |
ClayW
Replies: 7
Views: 285
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-15-08 08:23 Subject: Re: expected gas mileage? |
| Any idea what my fuel consumption might be in my amazon colored 72 2002 if I drive in reverse? The dash is cracked and the interior is tobacco colored. It is basically stock, except for the triple w ... |
Topic: MPG |
ClayW
Replies: 8
Views: 256
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-14-08 09:33 Subject: Do a forum search |
This topic has been discussed many times.
Basically, it breaks down like this:
Things that make your gas mileage go up:
-Engine is tuned and timed properly
-Stock Cam
-Electronic Fuel Injecti ... |
Topic: $4k Budget - What do you get? |
ClayW
Replies: 5
Views: 359
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-11-08 09:47 Subject: I agree |
Look for something in the $2500-3000 range. Don't go over $3000 if you can help it.
That'll get him a good, running car with a few problems. Use the remaining $$ in the budget to change all the flu ... |
Topic: Austin, TX - anyone up for a meet this weekend? |
ClayW
Replies: 11
Views: 146
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-11-08 06:52 Subject: Re: Austin, TX - anyone up for a meet this weekend? |
| Make it the weekend of July 27-28 and I can make it. |
Topic: Adaptations to the "Slackey" console method |
ClayW
Replies: 17
Views: 458
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-9-08 08:26 Subject: Re: Adaptations to the "Slackey" console method |
Nice work!
Before I got my current car, which I foolishly hope to get the Behr unit working on, I constructed the beginnings of a center console. I didn't care about the exposed screws, so I just u ... |
Topic: Does anyone have a passenger side lower door trim? |
ClayW
Replies: 4
Views: 128
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-9-08 08:17 Subject: Yes! I want it! |
Please send me an email at clay (dot) weiland (at) gmail (dot) com.
Thanks, man! |
Topic: Has anyone *bypassed* `76 emmision controls in California? |
ClayW
Replies: 6
Views: 237
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-8-08 01:09 Subject: Has anyone *bypassed* `76 emmision controls in California? |
I realize that some might be reluctant to admit it here, but for those who realize their relative anonymity; Has anyone faked their way through the visual emissions test in California?
My dad used ... |
Topic: Inside diameter of a stock muffler inlet? |
ClayW
Replies: 0
Views: 48
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-8-08 10:32 Subject: Inside diameter of a stock muffler inlet? |
Does anyone have a stock muffler sitting around that they can measure for me? I need to know the inside diameter of the inlet tube where it meets/slips over the resonator.
Thanks in advance! |
Topic: to many |
ClayW
Replies: 3
Views: 225
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-6-08 02:20 Subject: Re: too many |
| Good to know. Thanks, Steve! |
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