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    Looking for a set of 15x8 et0 4x100 wheels to fill out my turbo flares. Been looking at Superlite and Rota RKR but open to others. Thanks, Isaac
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    I will have to give that a try. The parking brake does work. Yes, I removed the calipers to bleed.
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    A few years ago I installed the Volvo "BBK" and a VW rear disc update. I never felt like the braking was to my satisfaction. The pedal feel always felt like it had too much throw and not a lot of bite unless I really mashed on the pedal. I want to know what the community would think would be the next best steps to improve feel and bite. The things I have thought of but haven't tried is different pads (good recommendation for street pads would be appreciated), New Brake booster and Pedal Rod Adjustments. I also use a motive pressure bleeder and have run tons of fluid through the system making sure there is no air. Front: Volvo 240 turbo Girling Calipers E21 Hubs 77 320i vented rotors SS Braided Lines Bosch Ceramic pads Rear: Mk2 GTI Rear Calipers VW rabbit front rotors SS Braided Lines Bosch Ceramic pads Master Cylinder: E12 528i
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    Ireland is sold out of their black silicone heater return hose. Does anyone have a new or very good condition black silicone heater return hose to connect with the sidedraft coolant bypass pipe? I ordered the rest of the hoses and would like to complete the set. Shipping to 98225.
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    Now I am trying to figure out who buys these radiators...I haven't found a single review of them positive or negative. I have spent tons of money with IE between my E30s and my '02 just wanting to keep an open mind to gather all information before making a decision.
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    I just wonder if these are the same rads that IE orders... Anyone actually tried one?
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    I did a search and didn't find much experience, has anyone tried any of the eBay aluminum '02 radiators? Is it worth it to spend another $100 on the one from IE?
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    Raybestos is the brand name, but the castings say ATE right on the side.
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    LHD
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    Price Reduced to $20 shipped with paypal "gift". Bump
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    I have two raybestos e12/e9 master cylinders that are "new" but need to be rebuilt. These are perfect for those going to rear discs on their 2002 and want the tii sized master cylinder (~23.xxmm). They appear to have never been mounted on a vehicle. I only bench bled them and determined that the seals leak (fluid out the backside). I believe this is due to age and sitting on the shelf drying out the seals. Included is the Raybestos warranty card and the booster o-ring. You will need to get the smaller ID bushings for a tii if you want to use the O2 remote fluid tank. I would like to get $35 --> $20 shipped each knowing that they do need a rebuild. I have seen a rebuild kit on ebay for a reasonable price. Please PM or email stark.isaac at gmail dot com
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    Found. Thanks.
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    Looking for a good condition E30 318i m10 water neck with minimal corrosion. Thanks.
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    I have 4 velocity stacks. The overall height is 100mm, the outer edge of the bell mouth is ~65mm and the OD on the bottom is ~48mm. They are in a functional state and could use alittle reconditioning. I would like to get $30 shipped for the set. Email at stark(dot)isaac(at)gmail(dot)com
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    I have a set of bumper brackets for a Chrome Bumper. I am not sure if these are for the front or the rear. They appear straight and in good contition. I would like to get $40 shipped. Email at stark(dot)isaac(at)gmail(dot)com
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    I have two Headlight buckets with trim rings. They have some verona overspray on them and include adjusters. I would like to get $30 shipped. Email at stark(dot)isaac(at)gmail(dot)com
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    I have two round tai light housings with the rear plastic covers and the trim rings. Most of the reflective coating is present on the housings and the chrome only has minor pitting on the trim rings. There is one lense that is in marginal condition includes. I would like to get $50 Shipped for the set. Email at stark(dot)isaac(at)gmail(dot)com
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    I have a set of antiroll bars of unkown brand for a 2002. They measure in at approxiamately 22mm front and rear. They need some mounting bushings and a coat of paint or powdercoating and they would be a great upgrade. I would like to get $100 shipped. Email at stark(dot)isaac(at)gmail(dot)com
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    I did an alignment to near zero toe with the first steering box It had (was worn out and wasn't happy with it) and haven't rechecked the toe since then, but I didn't touch the tie rods so I *assumed* it was still ok, but it may be out. I am still a little worried about the idle arm bushing it is normal for that to be VERY stiff when new? With the old bushing the idle arm was fairly "loose".
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    I currently have only roughed in the alignment with some toe plates. I will get it aligned more properly and see if that helps (I assume that it will). Thanks Isaac
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    I finally started to put some miles on my '02 after several of years of sitting and a refresher over the winter. Things that I have done to the Front Suspension: Bilstein Sports New Strut Bearings (Washer stacking was installed correctly) IE Fixed Camber Plates IE Stage 2 Springs Rebuilt steering box (Checked adjustment to ~8-10inlb at column w/o pitman arm attatched) New Track Rod/Tie Rods new Ball Joints New Control Arms/Bushings New radius arm bushings New idler arm bushings (Torqued to idler arm to spec *Roughly 50-60 ftlb, don't remember off hand*) IE Anti-Roll Bar One thing I noticed was that the Idler arm seemed to be rather tight. and the bushings were rather tight when they were installed. Is this the source of my difficulty? I was thinking that it would initially be tight and start to wear in. I only have ~100 miles on the suspension rebuild. Thanks Isaac
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    I used an engine support bar from HF. Great tool for swapping oil pans, motor mounts and subframes. I have used it on my E30s and 2002. Just be sure to lube the screws! http://www.harborfreight.com/1000-lb-capacity-engine-support-bar-96524.html
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    Perfect, exactly what I was looking for. Thanks.
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