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Topic: Completing the look... |
rns7602
Replies: 17
Views: 624
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 10-10-08 07:18 Subject: Re: Completing the look... |
Very, very sweet! I used your write up on your sunroof headliner to work on my e9. I love what you have done. Enjoy it.
For the person who asked about the kamei spoiler, all you need to do is no ... |
Topic: Upstate NY Inspection |
rns7602
Replies: 5
Views: 166
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 10-10-08 07:03 Subject: Re: Upstate NY Inspection |
| I wish I could help out on this one but I'm too far south. If this is your first go at an e9, I would encourage you to "go west young man!" Carl Nelson at LaJolla has sound shells that you may be abl ... |
Topic: Little OT: Carfax reports |
rns7602
Replies: 2
Views: 100
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 10-5-08 04:02 Subject: Re: WAY O. T. Carfax reports - not for 1600 - 2002 |
| CD? It's too early. I know where to find Carfax. Anyway, good morning. Good to see other early risers murking the board. Some of us have unlimited accounts, so I am asking someone to check a VIN. I ... |
Topic: Little OT: Carfax reports |
rns7602
Replies: 2
Views: 100
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 10-5-08 02:56 Subject: Little OT: Carfax reports |
| Hey guys. Can someone run a report for me? Trying to help make a more informed decision. My email is rnscotland at gmail.com. Thank you in advance. |
Topic: Point and steer ...American muscle folks, my BMW distraction |
rns7602
Replies: 7
Views: 554
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 9-15-08 07:53 Subject: I said it was a BMW distraction ... |
| Justin, good to hear from you and thanks for the compliment. No offense taken. I'm happy to be done with it but have to complete the coupes. I finished the garage and installed the lift, so it will ... |
Topic: Point and steer ...American muscle folks, my BMW distraction |
rns7602
Replies: 7
Views: 554
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 9-14-08 02:00 Subject: Point and steer ...American muscle folks, my BMW distraction |
| After just shy of two years, I finished my first American car project, a 1963 Buick Riviera. I started this when my 02 was down and when I purchased a second e9 to try and avoid additional expenses. ... |
Topic: 3.0 cs rear seats and center armrest |
rns7602
Replies: 2
Views: 228
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Forum: Parts For Sale Posted: 9-11-08 04:21 Subject: Re: 3.0 cs rear seats and center armrest |
| The center section can be used but the seats are only good as cores. Interested persons should make an offer. I am not on ebay and not trying to kill anyone. Buyer pays actual shipping and boxing c ... |
Topic: Qs for the twin weber guys. Car is almost done. PIC |
rns7602
Replies: 15
Views: 584
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 9-9-08 07:54 Subject: Re: Qs for the twin weber guys. Car is almost done. PIC |
| The negative battery cable is the stock or oem version, thats my concern. On my way to Limerock a few years ago my car kept dying, new battery, brand new negative cable, new higher amp alternator(s), ... |
Topic: Qs for the twin weber guys. Car is almost done. PIC |
rns7602
Replies: 15
Views: 584
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 9-9-08 02:33 Subject: Re: Qs for the twin weber guys. Car is almost done. PIC |
| Congrats on being close to completion. I went or stayed with the mechanical pump and use the ramflow filters. I want to go with the stacks as was recommended by Harv. With respect to your charging i ... |
Topic: 3.0 cs rear seats and center armrest |
rns7602
Replies: 2
Views: 228
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Forum: Parts For Sale Posted: 9-8-08 10:50 Subject: 3.0 cs rear seats and center armrest |
| I have a pair of navy blue rear seats and the center armrest from an E9. I know some folks like to use these seats in the rear of their 02s. Here is your chance to get everything in one place. Thes ... |
Topic: Part # for cutting ring head gasket |
rns7602
Replies: 8
Views: 277
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-31-08 07:19 Subject: Re: Cutting gasket |
| I was advised the same by the shop that did my rebuild after I purchased the cutting ring gasket. I have had it laying , unopened in the original packaging ever since. I thought I would need it for m ... |
Topic: The scoop on me, and Seams Perfect... |
rns7602
Replies: 25
Views: 1462
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 6-10-08 04:22 Subject: Re: The scoop on me, and Seams Perfect... |
Al,
In the event you check this board. I never received my (4) e9 upper panels from Canadian postal, the claim number, or a response to any of the emails I sent you before you fried your website. ... |
Topic: WTB: Sunroof crank |
rns7602
Replies: 0
Views: 109
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Forum: Parts Wanted Posted: 6-3-08 06:51 Subject: WTB: Sunroof crank |
| Im in need of a sunroof crank. If you have a one to sell, please email me at rnscotland atgmail.com I have a black headliner in the car and was told that for years BMW folks used Volvo cranks, but t ... |
Topic: Wanted Mechanic on long Island for 5 speed conversion |
rns7602
Replies: 2
Views: 150
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 5-16-08 01:04 Subject: Re: Wanted Mechanic on long Island for 5 speed conversion |
| GTS Motorsports on Jericho Turnpike not far from the Queens border, after Cross Island Pkway. I purchased my 3.0cs from them and the owner works on my 02 on occassion when I am stumped. They wont ki ... |
Topic: 1974 BMW 2002 with Kerman (Korman) Motor |
rns7602
Replies: 8
Views: 1033
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Forum: Cars Posted: 5-15-08 07:38 Subject: Re: 1974 BMW 2002 with Kerman (Korman) Motor |
For the record I know a guy named Eric Kerman that builds engines.
He works in the same shop as Steve Donan and Pete Mc Hedry.
Eric Kerman (correct name) does build engines out of ny. I think bil ... |
Topic: Beast_box, carbon DTM DCOE/ITB intake project |
rns7602
Replies: 7
Views: 1522
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Forum: Project Blogs Posted: 3-11-08 08:02 Subject: Re: Beast_box, carbon DTM DCOE/ITB intake project |
| Looking good but you dont have an email listed. I'd be interested in a set that would fit a dual sidedraught 40/40 DCOM. A picture of my engine compartment and brake booster is attached. I now run a ... |
Topic: SOT - BMW 3.0 CS |
rns7602
Replies: 8
Views: 419
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 2-24-08 09:23 Subject: 23k? |
| This looks like a sound car. Go look at it and poke hard, especially on floor, rockers and the front wall. Check out e9coupe.com and ask questions about the model and its downside. The last e9 I pu ... |
Topic: so i spent 2 hours building speaker boxes |
rns7602
Replies: 4
Views: 386
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 2-24-08 08:47 Subject: Re: so i spent 2 hours building speaker boxes |
| Blunt, I used speaker grill and cut it to the shape of the rear hat shelf, then wrapped it in black speaker cloth (the thin fabric you find on the front of home speakers that doesnt fade). I put tap ... |
Topic: My Garage Build |
rns7602
Replies: 16
Views: 1853
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Forum: Project Blogs Posted: 2-19-08 07:03 Subject: Re: My Garage Build |
Jake,
Since you plan on using a lift down the road, you should go at least 10'6" or 11' in height. This will enable you to store a car underneath the lift with a few inches (literally) to spare. ... |
Topic: **** R20(official name) HAVE ARRIVED **** |
rns7602
Replies: 61
Views: 7137
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Forum: Parts For Sale Posted: 2-15-08 09:16 Subject: Re: **** 20 SPOKE WHEEL DESIGN GROUP BUY **** |
Cris,
Thanks for taking the initiative. Please put me down for one set and one spare (5 rims). I will shoot you an email off line so you have my contact info. |
Topic: Single 4 lug, 15 x 7 Alpina rim for sale |
rns7602
Replies: 3
Views: 298
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Forum: Parts For Sale Posted: 12-20-07 02:49 Subject: Single 4 lug, 15 x 7 Alpina rim for sale |
| Used rim, reported as straight, true and freshly powdercoated. Please email John Calvin directly at jrccalvin at msn.com for more details or to make an offer. I have purchased two sets of rims from ... |
Topic: Coupe King car: advice? |
rns7602
Replies: 33
Views: 1728
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 12-5-07 07:40 Subject: Re: Coupe King car: advice? |
| I have seen coupe king's work on a coupe and know that he is thorough with his resto on these cars. I might take a different approach on some things but one must understand the amount of labor, time ... |
Topic: Source for Weber velocity stacks needed |
rns7602
Replies: 4
Views: 181
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 12-4-07 04:33 Subject: Re: Source for Weber velocity stacks needed |
| Be careful with your assumption. I wanted stacks, called a few vendors and was told that the DCOE stacks would NOT fit the DCOM. If you find that it works, please post but why get stuck with somethin ... |
Topic: Maximillian's Black Friday sale starts tomorrow |
rns7602
Replies: 5
Views: 677
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 11-22-07 08:20 Subject: Re: Yes it is. (nt) |
| Happy Thanksgiving. What is the code for the complete (flat and molded section) CSL headliner, black vinyl, no sunroof? Does that come with the black visors? Knowing BMW I assume not. If not, what ... |
Topic: Mirror FS AND Mirror WTB |
rns7602
Replies: 2
Views: 235
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Forum: Parts For Sale Posted: 11-21-07 07:17 Subject: Re: Mirror FS AND Mirror WTB |
| I also have a driver side available in close to new condition and am in need of a passenger side mirror. If it doesnt work out with first post, feel free to email me at rs235 atcolumbia.edu. |
Topic: Alpina rims-Sold/set & single rim available |
rns7602
Replies: 4
Views: 549
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Forum: Parts For Sale Posted: 11-19-07 03:55 Subject: Re: Alpina rims-Sold/set & single rim available |
| I posted this for someone else. It's best to reach out to him directly. I dont even know if its still available. Happy holidays. |
Topic: Post Your Fall '02 Pics! |
rns7602
Replies: 26
Views: 991
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 11-14-07 10:40 Subject: Re: One of our last warm days! |
| Bill, are those Alpina rims or clean turbines on your golf under construction? Cars look clean and I admire "the beater." |
Topic: Another one passes |
rns7602
Replies: 10
Views: 531
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 11-14-07 10:21 Subject: Re: Another one passes |
| Never promised another day? My condolences to his loved ones. That looks like one hell of an 02. I hope his wife drove it as well and keeps it as part of her active memory of him. I admire how the ... |
Topic: 02 Storage sorta OT |
rns7602
Replies: 0
Views: 143
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 11-13-07 12:43 Subject: 02 Storage sorta OT |
Is anyone using an insulated rolling steel door on their garage? If so, what brand? Any words of caution? Pros/cons?
I'm looking at Amarr and C.H.I. products. I cannot use a traditional overhead ... |
Topic: 2002 Powered by an Audi 1.8 T |
rns7602
Replies: 12
Views: 548
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 11-9-07 02:42 Subject: Re: 2002 Powered by an Audi 1.8 T |
| Wow, right in my backyard. Surprised I never saw it on the street, maybe because they been too busy building a beast and it never saw the road. I have to go check it out. Maybe I encourage a friend ... |
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