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Topic: Are E9's supposed to look like this under the hood? |
Mars
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Views: 638
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Forum: Cars Posted: 3-9-10 05:34 Subject: Re: Are E9's supposed to look like this under the hood? |
LOL.
No!
Run away.
Dabbing into the E39 pool I see...? I just unloaded an e39 540 myself and the e34 Touring. Before that the e30 IX.... making my way back around again I think.
But no ... |
Topic: What years were the tii fuel injected cars made? |
Mars
Replies: 9
Views: 442
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Forum: '02 General Discussion Posted: 12-9-09 07:33 Subject: Re: What years were the tii fuel injected cars made? |
| 75 had the K-pump fuel injection too if you count the turbos. I consider these turbo tiis. :) |
Topic: Quick question for a new owner. |
Mars
Replies: 7
Views: 489
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Forum: '02 General Discussion Posted: 12-9-09 07:16 Subject: Re: Quick question for a new owner. |
Sorry to hear this happened to you.
As previously stated excessive idling is not recommended. Your overheat condition is not normal. There is something not quite right with your cooling system. ... |
Topic: OT: DieCast Model Car Collection |
Mars
Replies: 9
Views: 774
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Forum: Cars Posted: 12-7-09 09:05 Subject: Re: OT: DieCast Model Car Collection |
73tiiDavid,
Contact me directly as I don't spend too much time on the forums.
mars_mann AT hotmail DOT com |
Topic: happy birthday to me & 6001 FAQ posts !?! |
Mars
Replies: 40
Views: 953
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Forum: '02 General Discussion Posted: 12-2-09 06:58 Subject: Re: happy birthday to me & 6001 FAQ posts !?! |
Happy Belated B-Day Creighton! We need you for at least another 58k miles indeed with all of your knowledge.
besides, without you how would we ever have any pics!??
:) |
Topic: OT: DieCast Model Car Collection |
Mars
Replies: 9
Views: 774
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Forum: Cars Posted: 11-27-09 05:58 Subject: Re: OT: DieCast Model Car Collection |
Update:
All the 02s in the last pic (turbo, blue tii, inka and chamonix) are gone/spoken for. Thanks all.
I still have the collection of british, german, french cars on the table which includes ... |
Topic: FREE Lot of old Roundel Magazines & posters |
Mars
Replies: 3
Views: 378
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Forum: Parts For Sale Posted: 11-27-09 05:40 Subject: Re: FREE Lot of old Roundel Magazines & posters |
| Gone! Thanks guys. |
Topic: FREE Lot of old Roundel Magazines & posters |
Mars
Replies: 3
Views: 378
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Forum: Parts For Sale Posted: 11-26-09 11:42 Subject: FREE Lot of old Roundel Magazines & posters |
Roundel issues from 1980, 1982, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1991, 1999 and up
Also a few vintage Zippo Grand Prix posters from Watkins Glen, Scott Sturdy prints, Vintage at the Vineyard posters
Too ... |
Topic: OT: DieCast Model Car Collection |
Mars
Replies: 9
Views: 774
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Forum: Cars Posted: 11-26-09 11:37 Subject: OT: DieCast Model Car Collection |
| sold. thanks. pls remove post. |
Topic: Cutting springs - Talk me off the ledge! |
Mars
Replies: 28
Views: 797
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Forum: '02 General Discussion Posted: 11-25-09 04:59 Subject: Re: Cutting springs - Talk me off the ledge! |
| ncbird and I are on similar pages. The bit above regarding 'tangenital' springs is a valid concern but even then you can cut a spring and 'flatten' the bottom end so it will sit nicely in the mount t ... |
Topic: Cutting springs - Talk me off the ledge! |
Mars
Replies: 28
Views: 797
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Forum: '02 General Discussion Posted: 11-24-09 08:29 Subject: Re: Cutting springs - Talk me off the ledge! |
To achieve 1.25" - 1.5" drop you should cut 1 1/4 coil in the front and 1 coil in the rear.
Make sure your springs are not 'tired' or weak. Ensure your shocks are in good working order. When cu ... |
Topic: OT: 92 E34 Touring 5 Spd |
Mars
Replies: 5
Views: 681
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Forum: Cars Posted: 11-23-09 07:03 Subject: Re: OT: 92 E34 Touring 5 Spd |
bipmer,
Appreciate the offer - but looking for something wife and I can share and is ready to go. However, I'm curious to what you may have. I may be persuaded to take on a project for Spring.
... |
Topic: OT: 92 E34 Touring 5 Spd |
Mars
Replies: 5
Views: 681
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Forum: Cars Posted: 11-22-09 06:53 Subject: Re: OT: 92 E34 Touring 5 Spd |
Duh.
Forgot the basic details.
It is a 525i. I wish it was a 535i :) M50 motor. 240k on the clock. Yep. 240k and runs like 50k. No joke.
If you're still interested email me for additio ... |
Topic: OT: 92 E34 Touring 5 Spd |
Mars
Replies: 5
Views: 681
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Forum: Cars Posted: 11-22-09 05:01 Subject: OT: 92 E34 Touring 5 Spd |
FS or possible trades - wife needs solid automatic
Rare E34 Touring Wagon in even rarer Black on Black with Manual Trans. First year US introduction, pre Vanos model (a plus).
Specs:
5 speed ... |
Topic: Early Pre 68 parts FS |
Mars
Replies: 1
Views: 267
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Forum: Parts For Sale Posted: 7-27-09 06:38 Subject: Re: Early Pre 68 parts FS |
All parts sold!
Thanks FAQ! |
Topic: Who said I can't polish my shoes! |
Mars
Replies: 10
Views: 720
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Forum: '02 General Discussion Posted: 7-26-09 04:28 Subject: Re: Who said I can't polish my shoes! |
| Lookin' good Armond. Your stuff is always 'nice' ! What are these wheels going on? |
Topic: Early Pre 68 parts FS |
Mars
Replies: 1
Views: 267
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Forum: Parts For Sale Posted: 7-26-09 04:10 Subject: Early Pre 68 parts FS |
| Selling off a few parts I no longer need. Been out of the game for a bit so I'm not sure what going prices are for some of these items but if I'm out of line send me a reasonable offer. Many people ... |
Topic: 68 M2 F/S by Bay Area Dealer |
Mars
Replies: 10
Views: 438
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Forum: '02 General Discussion Posted: 7-23-09 04:42 Subject: Re: 68 M2 F/S by Bay Area Dealer |
SECSEE!
Great car. Good color, clean interior, tasteful mods, excellent. I'd trade my real M3 for that anytime :)
Looks like Koke's car in Polaris. Kick AZZ. |
Topic: its sooo heavy |
Mars
Replies: 12
Views: 620
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Forum: '02 General Discussion Posted: 7-23-09 04:40 Subject: Re: its sooo heavy |
well, remember there is no power steering for starters so it will be tougher than a modern car.
- Do you have a smaller wheel?
- Do you have wider tires?
- Is there any fluid in your steering rac ... |
Topic: Thoughts on this '72 engine |
Mars
Replies: 7
Views: 498
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Forum: '02 General Discussion Posted: 7-22-09 10:57 Subject: Re: Thoughts on this '72 engine |
the head will actually be stamped. just look under the air filter assembly and you will see what kind of head it is.
If you want to know if the motor is original look for the matching VIN where th ... |
Topic: I admit to being jealous of a "barnfind" ( picture |
Mars
Replies: 4
Views: 463
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Forum: '02 General Discussion Posted: 7-22-09 10:45 Subject: Re: I admit to being jealous of a "barnfind" |
pics please :)
early or late 67s in true stock condition with low miles are virtually impossible to find.
I guess there are still some out there waiting to be found. |
Topic: Blunt Tech Industries! Thanks~ |
Mars
Replies: 12
Views: 657
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Forum: '02 General Discussion Posted: 6-18-09 05:55 Subject: Re: Blunt Tech Industries! Thanks~ |
Incredibly professional - love working with this guy.
LOL. Steve is anything but professional when you really get to know him...
Just kidding. He's a good egg and goes above and beyond to take ... |
Topic: 1972 BMW 2002 Tii - Rockland County, New York |
Mars
Replies: 15
Views: 1457
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Forum: Cars Posted: 6-9-09 09:45 Subject: Re: 1972 BMW 2002 Tii - Rockland County, New York |
sure looks like a Tii to me :)
no snorkel in nose, Kugel fuel injection system, etc. etc.
unless the body was swapped. VIN reveals all. Nice car still. Not the 'best' Tii out there by any mea ... |
Topic: E20 Steering Wheel in an '02 |
Mars
Replies: 4
Views: 507
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Forum: '02 General Discussion Posted: 6-8-09 06:48 Subject: Re: E20 Steering Wheel in an '02 |
As stated, splines are totally different. It can not bolt on. However, it has been done. With some work you can fit an E30 wheel in these cars.
We were just talking about Lawrence Charlemagne's ... |
Topic: Congratulations Mr. Charlemagne!! |
Mars
Replies: 17
Views: 691
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Forum: '02 General Discussion Posted: 6-8-09 06:44 Subject: Re: Congratulations Mr. Charlemagne!! |
That car is impeccable and he drives it all over for shows and events.
For those of you who don't know Charlemagne painted this car himself. The color is a tribute to his carribean heritage and th ... |
Topic: 1972 BMW 2002 Tii - Rockland County, New York |
Mars
Replies: 15
Views: 1457
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Forum: Cars Posted: 6-8-09 06:27 Subject: Re: 1972 BMW 2002 Tii - Rockland County, New York |
mmm.
72Tii Fjord - that's my bag.
Did the seller disclose a price on this? |
Topic: Nude pics of VattheV!! |
Mars
Replies: 7
Views: 473
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Forum: '02 General Discussion Posted: 5-29-09 04:18 Subject: Re: Nude pics of VattheV!! |
This one's a Roundel cover shot
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh225/rysejones/Vintage%20at%20the%20Vineyards09/VinattheVin09_0591.jpg
Great pics. Good eye for camera work there bud. |
Topic: Start of V@V Biltmore Drive |
Mars
Replies: 2
Views: 307
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Forum: '02 General Discussion Posted: 5-29-09 04:12 Subject: Re: Start of V@V Biltmore Drive |
Thanks Mike!
Pics are cool but the vids are great. Good to see all the 02 and folks in action. How's the Glas runnin' for ya? |
Topic: Just bought my first '02!!! |
Mars
Replies: 11
Views: 693
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Forum: '02 General Discussion Posted: 5-24-09 06:42 Subject: Re: Just bought my first '02!!! |
smart choice. nice car, great color (yes, it looks like a Jade repaint), and decent work done to it.
76's are probably the best 02s to start with as they are pretty solid and have all the old grem ... |
Topic: import carlisle.. a few photos from Hemmings.. |
Mars
Replies: 1
Views: 449
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Forum: Cars Posted: 5-24-09 04:47 Subject: Re: import carlisle.. a few photos from Hemmings.. |
I missed it this year. Used to be even better when John Weese used to organize the 02 fests there.
I dig that Opel wagon. Every year a pristine red Opel wagon usually shows up too. |
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