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 Topic: spare tire/wheel |
eastsidebimmer
Replies: 7
Views: 290
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 Forum: General Discussion Posted: 9-29-08 07:49 Subject: Re: spare tire/wheel |
| Speaking from extreme experience here, if you have completed the 320i rear drum upgrade, the stock 4 1/2 x 13" wheel will not fit over the drums without an aggressive spacer of 5MM or larger. Keep thi ... |
| Topic: 2002 Owner age question |
eastsidebimmer
Replies: 98
Views: 2121
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 9-28-08 09:03 Subject: Re: 2002 Owner age question |
32 y/o, Started off with the help of my dad in 1988 w/
1962 Ford Falcon Futura (still own)
1987 Ford Taurus MT-5
1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
1992 BMW 318is
1996 BMW 328i
1969 VW Beetle
1986 Jeep ... |
| Topic: wide whitewalls..... |
eastsidebimmer
Replies: 22
Views: 643
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 9-28-08 12:24 Subject: "veni vidi vici" (nt) |
| (nt) |
| Topic: wide whitewalls..... |
eastsidebimmer
Replies: 22
Views: 643
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 9-28-08 12:23 Subject: "veni vidi vici" (nt) |
| (nt) |
| Topic: Just purchased! 1968 BMW 2002 Polaris 99% rust free! |
eastsidebimmer
Replies: 18
Views: 1077
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 9-17-08 10:46 Subject: Re: Welcome to the early roundie club! |
the VIN is 1661063.
don't think I have the embossed trim.
The rust is minimal (especially for it's age)
not perfect, but good for the price I paid.
oh yeah, no original front grill.
the motor's ... |
| Topic: Just purchased! 1968 BMW 2002 Polaris 99% rust free! |
eastsidebimmer
Replies: 18
Views: 1077
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 9-17-08 01:50 Subject: Welcome to the early roundie club! |
| Please report back your VIN number and do tell us if you have the all important embossed hood trim and dogdish hubcaps and trim rings. You should also have a non-ribbed dash parcel tray and all white ... |
| Topic: Wheel Powder Coating--what brand, color and sheen is best? |
eastsidebimmer
Replies: 2
Views: 206
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 9-16-08 08:14 Subject: Wheel Powder Coating--what brand, color and sheen is best? |
I posted a question in my response to a similar topic below, but I didn't get any responses, so I thought I start a new post:
MikeinNC wrote:
Thanks to Randy Anderson (74 Tii) from Oklahoma for ... |
| Topic: Alloy Wheel Powder Coating |
eastsidebimmer
Replies: 8
Views: 450
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 9-15-08 07:40 Subject: Re: Alloy Wheel Powder Coating--what brand & color is best? |
| Thanks to Randy Anderson (74 Tii) from Oklahoma for the tip on the powder Tiger Dry Lac, Anodized Silver, Satin Finish Nice finish and not too silvery if you know what I mean Now I need to repla ... |
| Topic: Glasurat paint formulas |
eastsidebimmer
Replies: 5
Views: 337
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 8-29-08 01:29 Subject: Re: Glasurat paint formulas |
BMW SAHARA = 006
http://www.glasurit.com/COLOR/new-color-online/m1frameset.php?language=1 |
| Topic: Aluminum refinish |
eastsidebimmer
Replies: 5
Views: 398
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 8-25-08 08:29 Subject: Read This: http://iversonautomotive.com/aluminum.htm |
http://iversonautomotive.com/aluminum.htm
I have a piece there right now waiting for an evaluation.
Ben |
| Topic: Help with part number please |
eastsidebimmer
Replies: 6
Views: 350
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 8-20-08 09:28 Subject: Re: The oval foam seal shown on 13/39 |
| I believe this is the correct part...it is a fancy rubber gasket that slides on the bottom of the aircleaner and provides a tight seal down to the 2bbl carb. I looked for one a few years ago for my 32 ... |
| Topic: Autoweek page 54 |
eastsidebimmer
Replies: 3
Views: 300
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-14-08 07:04 Subject: Yep==that looks to be a 1969.. |
| although the mag says this ad ran in 1968....the front reflectors and the headrests are the givaways. |
| Topic: Garage Sale! |
eastsidebimmer
Replies: 21
Views: 734
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Forum: Parts For Sale Posted: 7-9-08 07:33 Subject: How much for all the hubcaps? |
I'm thinking of covering a garage wall with these things.
mobiletradition at gmail dot com |
| Topic: Anybody going to the Grand Prix of Canada? |
eastsidebimmer
Replies: 2
Views: 107
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 6-3-08 12:29 Subject: Re: Anybody going to the Grand Prix of Canada? |
I was planning on it---then we became with child and delivered last week--so no for 2008. If the USGP is not back in 2009, then yes--I plan to attend Canada next year and drive from Indianapolis.
... |
| Topic: NOS/NLA stock 1bbl carb rebuild kit |
eastsidebimmer
Replies: 2
Views: 151
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Forum: Parts For Sale Posted: 4-28-08 11:10 Subject: Re: NOS/NLA stock 1bbl carb rebuild kit |
I might also be interested. Please send me an email thru the board.
For the one barrel PDSIT 13111255736 is available. This is the most complete kit I have ever seen even has the Solex float. BM ... |
| Topic: 1600/2002 Values increasing rapidly lately, my take... |
eastsidebimmer
Replies: 33
Views: 895
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 4-19-08 01:19 Subject: I'm pleased as punch to be driving my '68 2002 (pic) |
I plucked this baby out of SoCal in 2005. They are still out there.
Ben |
| Topic: Do you think this 73' will go for over $20K? |
eastsidebimmer
Replies: 15
Views: 615
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 3-31-08 09:09 Subject: "the most collectible car in the world" |
| Anyone have a copy or the text of the Wall Street Journal article referenced: "the most collectible car in the world" ? |
| Topic: How do you make the wind noise from the doors stop? |
eastsidebimmer
Replies: 10
Views: 422
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 3-19-08 05:01 Subject: Re: How do you make the wind noise from the doors stop? |
At speed, my 2002 sounds like I have screaming bottle rockets attached to each side. It does alert the deer that I'm coming.
Ben |
| Topic: Dumb idea? Driving an 02 cross country |
eastsidebimmer
Replies: 21
Views: 570
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 3-18-08 08:45 Subject: I can cover you thru Indiana... |
| ...if you are taking I-70 |
| Topic: Need help with wheel hub covers |
eastsidebimmer
Replies: 4
Views: 225
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 3-8-08 10:38 Subject: The Shiny Ones Don't Fit |
I purchased a set of nice new ones right from the dealer too--they simply don't fit. These are now in the non-returnable "why did I buy this" parts pile.
Ben |
| Topic: ebay car--someone buy this quick (not mine) |
eastsidebimmer
Replies: 0
Views: 449
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Forum: Cars Posted: 3-5-08 09:21 Subject: ebay car--someone buy this quick (not mine) |
Buy it now price is $1,250.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/BMW-2002-1976-BMW-2002_W0QQitemZ170199477197QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item170199477197 |
| Topic: I need to vent (LONG!) |
eastsidebimmer
Replies: 16
Views: 775
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 3-3-08 02:13 Subject: Re: I need to vent (LONG!) |
| I bought my car from a reputable west coast seller, sight unseen, and just like most things in life--I'll only do that once. I have a great car that needed some sorting out when I bought it--plus a f ... |
| Topic: I know it's every day fare for a west coaster... |
eastsidebimmer
Replies: 4
Views: 309
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 2-23-08 12:43 Subject: shucks--thanks for the invite.... |
....but I have to go home Sat. AM :(
BTW, I saw another '02 today, a light blue squarie--near UCLA. How great is this place?
Ben |
| Topic: I know it's every day fare for a west coaster... |
eastsidebimmer
Replies: 4
Views: 309
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 2-21-08 11:49 Subject: I know it's every day fare for a west coaster... |
| I'm in LA on business and spotted my first '02 within 24 hours. It was a light blue roundie parked along San Vincente Blvd. in Brentwood. This was a welcome sight after a long day for this Midwester ... |
| Topic: Thought I escaped... but, I am back |
eastsidebimmer
Replies: 14
Views: 692
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 2-14-08 06:50 Subject: Welcome Home |
You missed quite a bit. There is a boob over on the off-topic forum. Actually, not much else is new.
Ben |
| Topic: New tii concept and Rahal's 02 shown at Chicago... |
eastsidebimmer
Replies: 9
Views: 616
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 2-7-08 01:02 Subject: Don Dethlefsen's "Rahal" Complete Restoration / Registry # 9 |
Don Dethlefsen's The Werk Shop -
BMW Restorations Registry : "Rahal" Gallery - Bobby Rahal's 1972 BMW 2002tii Pictures: http://www.thewerkshop.net/registry/viewGallery.asp?g=7
"Rahal" Complete Re ... |
| Topic: food for thought...please contribute...or bitch slap me |
eastsidebimmer
Replies: 30
Views: 960
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 2-6-08 10:09 Subject: I agree, but: |
without a 2002FAQ auction gallery, there is no way to make it better.
I've listed parts on ebay in the past, provided the link in the FS section here and given everyone a fair shot. I've also trade ... |
| Topic: Wolfgang is 39 today...manufactured 4 Feb 1969, |
eastsidebimmer
Replies: 8
Views: 252
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 2-4-08 12:22 Subject: Mike, are you thinking of Glen Miller? |
And for your rock 'n roll trivia buffs, 20 years and a day after Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper were killed in a plane crash.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Day_the_Music_Died |
| Topic: 40 years of 02 driving |
eastsidebimmer
Replies: 21
Views: 536
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 2-3-08 01:51 Subject: Only 9 years of BMW driving for me :( |
I got my license in 1992, since then, I've owned/driven the following in this order (some at the same time later in life):
1962 Ford Falcon Futura - 1987 to present
1978 Ford Econoline Van - 92-93 ... |
| Topic: 40 years of 02 driving |
eastsidebimmer
Replies: 21
Views: 536
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 2-3-08 01:50 Subject: Only 9 years of BMW driving for me :( |
I got my license in 1992, since then, I've owned/driven the following in this order (some at the same time later in life):
1962 Ford Falcon Futura - 1987 to present
1978 Ford Econoline Van - 92-93 ... |
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