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Topic: late oil pump sprocket nut torque? |
TimS
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Views: 171
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 10-4-08 10:26 Subject: Re: late oil pump sprocket nut torque? |
The answer is 25 Nm
See this:
http://www.bmw2002faq.com/component/option,com_forum/Itemid,57/page,viewtopic/t,307270/highlight,pump+torque/ |
Topic: I have some extra rod bearings |
TimS
Replies: 5
Views: 170
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 10-2-08 05:56 Subject: Re: I have some extra rod bearings |
| If it makes you feel any better, I did a similar thing last weekend, but used Clevite bearings and was able to order a single bearing, but finding a supplier was very tough. |
Topic: E12 cylinder head |
TimS
Replies: 2
Views: 231
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Forum: Parts For Sale Posted: 9-21-08 07:22 Subject: Re: E12 cylinder head |
| Email sent, with pictures. |
Topic: Bendix brakes! |
TimS
Replies: 2
Views: 200
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 9-20-08 06:13 Subject: Re: Bendix brakes! |
I use cheap Bendix rotors on the racecar (not a BMW) and they work perfectly fine, and wear as well as the OEM rotors.
They are typically made in USA or Canada, at least the last rotors I purchased ... |
Topic: E12 cylinder head |
TimS
Replies: 2
Views: 231
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Forum: Parts For Sale Posted: 9-20-08 06:03 Subject: E12 cylinder head |
From a '76 California emmisions car, '76 casting.
Head has new hardened valve seats installed, new guides, and cylinder #2 had a crack repaired between the valves.
All work was performed by Pe ... |
Topic: WTB - E21 cylinder head, uncracked |
TimS
Replies: 4
Views: 170
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Forum: Parts Wanted Posted: 9-18-08 05:39 Subject: WTB - E21 cylinder head, uncracked |
| Level of completeness is unimportant, though being uncracked, uncut, and with good bearing journals is (being rebuildable). Thanks. |
Topic: 2002 2 litre block crank adj cam sprockett and new bare head |
TimS
Replies: 3
Views: 225
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Forum: Parts For Sale Posted: 9-17-08 10:16 Subject: Re: 2002 2 litre block crank adj cam sprockett and new bare head |
Which cylinder head is it?
My email is cyclist72 A T yahoo.com |
Topic: Oil pressure switch connector - desmogged '76 California car |
TimS
Replies: 4
Views: 196
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 9-8-08 06:52 Subject: Re: Oil pressure switch connector - desmogged '76 California |
| Thanks Tom. No I don't have an owner's manual. The correct lamp is lighting when grounded. As far as the reactor goes, not sure at this point. |
Topic: Oil pressure switch connector - desmogged '76 California car |
TimS
Replies: 4
Views: 196
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 9-8-08 06:09 Subject: Re: Oil pressure switch connector - desmogged '76 California |
Thanks for the reply. I have the proper colored wire on the switch. However, when I ground the wire, I get the "reactor" service lamp, and a second lamp in the cluster next to the "L".
This bring ... |
Topic: Oil pressure switch connector - desmogged '76 California car |
TimS
Replies: 4
Views: 196
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 9-8-08 10:35 Subject: Oil pressure switch connector - desmogged '76 California car |
| Which wiring loom is the engine oil pressure switch connector in? I thought I had the right one connected, but found that when grounded it lights up the reactor service lamp on dash, and another (D?) ... |
Topic: Electric fuel pump mounting (again) under the car question |
TimS
Replies: 3
Views: 264
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 8-27-08 06:25 Subject: Electric fuel pump mounting (again) under the car question |
| I'm installing an electric fuel pump to feed my DCOEs. After searching the archives, it seems mounting the pump under the car is an arguable favorable compromise. My question is, how is the fuel lin ... |
Topic: Goodbye to lead wheel weights in California? |
TimS
Replies: 12
Views: 729
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 8-22-08 06:46 Subject: Re: Goodbye to lead wheel weights in California? |
Press on or tape weights are still typically made of lead, though other materials are available.
Between the two boxes of lead tape weights I have, along with the ballast in the race car, my garage ... |
Topic: clutch fork boot part number? |
TimS
Replies: 2
Views: 159
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 8-21-08 06:42 Subject: Re: clutch fork boot part number? |
Thanks,
I see the part number on the list now, it's jut not on the exploded view. My mistake. I just ordered it, if your got it first than it is going to be foam rubber and aluminum tape for me ... |
Topic: clutch fork boot part number? |
TimS
Replies: 2
Views: 159
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 8-20-08 07:46 Subject: clutch fork boot part number? |
Mines fallen off of the transmission during storage and disappeared. I can't fine this on Mobile Tradition, RealOEM, or any of the online catalogs, or searching forum. Don't tell me they're NLA!
... |
Topic: Absolute need to upgrade from 215mm clutch/flywheel? |
TimS
Replies: 4
Views: 252
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 8-3-08 04:41 Subject: Re: Absolute need to upgrade from 215mm clutch/flywheel? |
| Thanks for the quick replies everyone. No new clutch for me. |
Topic: Absolute need to upgrade from 215mm clutch/flywheel? |
TimS
Replies: 4
Views: 252
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 8-2-08 07:48 Subject: Absolute need to upgrade from 215mm clutch/flywheel? |
I have a '76 that is currently being assembled, and has the following performance upgrades:
- 9.75:1 forged pistons
- Korman K300 camshaft
- 40mm DCOEs
- Ireland stepped header
Upon inspectio ... |
Topic: '76 Driver side mirror, Winshield Washer Bottle, Decklid |
TimS
Replies: 2
Views: 169
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Forum: Parts Wanted Posted: 7-21-08 08:43 Subject: '76 Driver side mirror, Winshield Washer Bottle, Decklid |
My decklid has the usual rust around the belt line. Fixable, but probably not worth the work and risk of return rust. Chamonix would be nice, but not required.
Associated hardware included for ea ... |
Topic: '76 Driver's Side Mirror |
TimS
Replies: 2
Views: 174
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Forum: Parts Wanted Posted: 7-9-08 05:42 Subject: '76 Driver's Side Mirror |
| I Need a '76 Driver's side mirror with hardware (if available). Please inlcude a picture, and price with shipping to Cincinnati. Thanks. |
Topic: Rebuild Question |
TimS
Replies: 4
Views: 235
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-6-08 01:15 Subject: Re: Rebuild Question |
| Since you will be installing a new camshaft, replacing the rocker shafts, rockers, and possibly valve springs would be prudent. The ~120k motor I inspected had considerable wear on the rockers and sh ... |
Topic: 2002 For-Sale Search Engine |
TimS
Replies: 2
Views: 300
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-4-08 07:25 Subject: Re: 2002 For-Sale Search Engine |
| http://jaxed.com/cgi-bin/ms.cgi?veh=bmw+2002&state=&fil=&ys=&ye=&submit=go |
Topic: Upper alternator bracket |
TimS
Replies: 2
Views: 101
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Forum: Parts Wanted Posted: 6-23-08 03:11 Subject: Upper alternator bracket |
One needed please. It's not in my box of parts that came with the car. Paypal verified, or payment method of your choice.
Thanks,
Tim. |
Topic: Not enough valve clearance! What to do? |
TimS
Replies: 5
Views: 249
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 6-22-08 06:33 Subject: Re: Not enough valve clearance! What to do? |
| I pulled all the lash caps, and clearances can now be set to spec on all valves. Thanks everyone. |
Topic: Not enough valve clearance! What to do? |
TimS
Replies: 5
Views: 249
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 6-20-08 02:47 Subject: Re: Not enough valve clearance! What to do? |
| The cam is a Korman K300, so it is a regrind (new). Unfortunately, when I purchased the car, everything was already disassembled, so I don't have much history on the original state of the engine. Bu ... |
Topic: Not enough valve clearance! What to do? |
TimS
Replies: 5
Views: 249
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 6-19-08 07:33 Subject: Not enough valve clearance! What to do? |
I'm still in the assembly phase of my M10 rebuild/upgrade, and have an issue. I can't get enough valve clearance (setting to 0.006") on intake valves #1 and #2.
History-
- Rebuilt E12 head with ... |
Topic: Oil pump sprocket nut torque spec? |
TimS
Replies: 3
Views: 136
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 6-15-08 06:31 Subject: Re: Here 'tis |
| Thanks a bunch. Where did you find it? |
Topic: Oil pump sprocket nut torque spec? |
TimS
Replies: 3
Views: 136
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 6-15-08 10:52 Subject: Oil pump sprocket nut torque spec? |
I can't find a spec for that anywhere, not on the BMW CD, not in the Haynes, not in an old Clymer, not in the FAQ.....
Any help is appreciated. I'm aware of the loctite recommendation. FYI, this ... |
Topic: Motor Swap from a Mini Cooper S |
TimS
Replies: 3
Views: 1119
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Forum: Project Blogs Posted: 6-8-08 11:43 Subject: Re: Motor Swap from a Mini Cooper S |
I've contemplated a Miata motor sway (assuming my M10 under rebuild now gives it up prematurely). Like the Nissan motor the exhaust and intake are on opposite sides.
The upsides to the Miata stuff ... |
Topic: free crank shaft |
TimS
Replies: 3
Views: 179
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Forum: Parts For Sale Posted: 6-3-08 05:37 Subject: Re: free crank shaft |
| Condition? Are the thrust faces OK? |
Topic: Oil pump chain tension - how tight is too tight? |
TimS
Replies: 9
Views: 319
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 5-18-08 08:04 Subject: oil pump chain tension |
| Thanks for the pic. I found that during the search. No mention of a tension specification though. |
Topic: Oil pump chain tension - how tight is too tight? |
TimS
Replies: 9
Views: 319
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 5-18-08 11:48 Subject: Re: Oil pump chain tension - how tight is too tight? |
I have three 0.1mm shims and one 0.3mm shim. The pics above are with one 0.3mm. I tried two 0.1mm, and there is a bit of slack. I will err on the side of a little slack I think.
Not having taken ... |
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