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jgerock

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  1. Welcome! Perhaps your car has e21 spec wheels on it - hence the rubbing.
  2. Let me see if I can be of some assistance with your hinge request. I may still have the upper seats (seat backs only) removed from my 69 2002. edited. Sent you some pics via FB messenger.
  3. They were available brand new from BMW. I bought one back around 2008/2009. The accumulator tank can rust out due to water sitting in the system. Injectors will also rust from water/old fuel. An alternative setup is the e30 318 electric pump and sending unit which drops right into a tii fuel tank. I did this to my 73tii in 2009/2010 and it is still operating flawlessly.
  4. Sometimes, the new wiper pivots and connecting link arms will show up at Walloth Nesch. I purchased all new parts for my 69 2002 from W-N. One alternative site is parts.com. You must search using only the BMW part number, not searching starting out with the car make, model and year. The splined wiper arm end pieces are pressed onto the pivot. Think you’d have a difficult time trying to R&R them.
  5. I’ve seen installations that use the Hewland gearbox. The later Aircooled Beetles (IIRC starting in 75) had only one removable side carrier. My 75 Beetle transaxle was like that.
  6. Note the upside down VW transaxle. I’ve always wondered how they drained the fluid for these (modified) applications, since you can clearly see both of the drain plugs (and the stock Beetle transmission mounting pads on the Bellhousing).
  7. Do you mean a vendor that offers everything as a package? I’m not aware of any. I followed Rob Siegel’s excellent AC book. Most components are available via Amazon, Vintage Air, Nostalgic Air, Cold Hose, etc.
  8. A normally open type relay. 4 wire type. Sourced mine on Amazon.
  9. After going thru an extensive ac upgrade on my 73tii, there are some things everyone should be aware of: 1) New, parallel flow condensers will block more air used to cool an engine radiator. My engine temps were higher after installing a 10x18 condenser, even on a relatively cool day. My engine already had a 71 degree C thermostat, new water pump PLUS a new Walloth Nesch HF 3 row radiator. 2). Using the condenser fan (like a 12” Spal) for cooling the radiator (in my case) did not work effectively enough after I removed the stock 5 blade mechanical fan. I added it back to the engine which provided enough air to keep engine temps in line. 3) Use reduced barrier (RB) ac hoses for easier routing, especially in the cabin and nose areas. When using a crimping tool, you must crimp the RB fittings MORE than the instructions say, or else you may have leaks. BTDT. Standard thickness hoses are more forgiving for leaks due to the extra material. 4). Bypass the original relay in the Behr system that prevents the ac from turning on if the heater blower is on. Too much confusion for what should be a simple circuit. 5) Wire in a manual toggle switch for the condenser fan to activate it as required (supplements the stock mechanical fan for hot days). 6) Add a relay with in line fuse for the ac compressor instead of relying on the old switches which may have a large voltage drop. I mounted a relay next to the Spal condenser fan relay on the right inner fender. 7) Move the AC charge point fittings away from the compressor and exhaust manifold. There are quite a few options for fittings. 8). Source some copper flare washers for use at the original evaporator and expansion valve. Contrary to the published Behr documentation, the small fitting on the evaporator valve is different than listed. Gasket 5 says 7/16” washer. It is actually 1/4”. 9) A new ac temperature switch is cheap. I sourced a new one via Amazon for less than $9. UAC brand p/n SW6490C. It doesn’t come with a knob, but you can press your old one on.
  10. That sounds like my first year attending. 2008.
  11. Looking to see if I have any pics of it. I remember at least one of them.
  12. Have you tried contacting Dirk DeGroen (Florida) or Stefan at GTS Classics (Texas)? Materials for your custom car seats - GTS Classics WWW.CLASSICCARSEATS.COM In the quest to build the best seats for your classic car and project, GTS Classics is always looking for the newest materials, patterns and combinations.
  13. You need the e36 Bentley or Chilton manual to have M42/M44 coverage. I’ll never understand why Bentley didn’t include complete coverage for the 91 318is.
  14. Just told my wife about your post. Sigh. Maybe one day we will ship my 69 and finally do this. Until then, we will live vicariously thru your posts. Jim
  15. Wowza- the Bosch sticker on the alternator is REALLY old - like original. Bet yours is no good. Interior video shows both temp and fuel gauges jumping which means they aren’t grounded properly. Very common on all 2002’s. Check the (2) screws that hold the voltage regulator to the left front inner fender. That device needs a good ground. Loose or crusty screws will create problems.
  16. Pulling up on the knob will allow the seat back to rotate in many positions. See my marked up picture. Is there any resistance when pulling up on the knob? It should want to sharply return due to the spring. Hopefully the clockspring isn’t broken or become loose.
  17. What happens if you pull up on the knob at the hinge (adjustment for seat back angle)?
  18. Replacement for Behr temperature switch is easy: UAC brand SW6490C from Amazon. I paid less than $9 earlier this month. Reuse your old knob.
  19. Absolutely. Mark both ends where the splines meet the hinges. Get them wrong and the seat back will be crooked. Very hard to see unless the seat is sitting level or mounted back into the car.
  20. Simply remove seat from car, unscrew Phillips head screws that secure seat back to upper seat, flop that section down and inspect the inside. Roundies have a simple cable and pulley system attached to the outer lever. Cable ends hook to the release latch arms on the seat hinges. Yours might only need a simple cable adjustment using some small wrenches. Don’t fret until you’ve looked at what you are dealing with. Added some of my pictures from the 69 2002.
  21. Locate some hardened flat washers.
  22. I printed out that section for my reference.
  23. The (4) clips fastened to the board secure the first headliner bow. My 69 when I first did the headliner. Note you must pierce holes in the headliner bow pocket (only for this location) to secure the headliner to the board.
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