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thanks Drew.

Hey Steve, i was surfing through your website, i noticed 2 models for the BMW 1600. I dont want to order the wrong parts. Are they the same ? some parts show up in one but not the other.

passenger seat looks like an integra seat. 94 - 98

http://japanesenostalgiccar.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Aichi-Junkyard-Mazda-Carol-2.jpg here is another pic from a different angle, still not too great.

I think we have a winner.

http://japanesenostalgiccar.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Aichi-Junkyard-Skyline-Fairlady-Z-Roadster.jpg Japanese auto wrecking yard, our little yellow brother, sadly wasting away. (pun intended)

http://japanesenostalgiccar.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Toyota-RT40-Corona-FJ40-Land-Cruiser-docks.jpg I know this probably belongs in the NK, but couldnt help sharing.

California is known for social engineering. Palo Alto is probably one of the better cities in that they don't harass the local citizenry but just about any place you would go you would find trouble. #1 problem is California is trying vigorously to get rid of all pre ~1990 cars so everyone from meter maids to DMV will give you a ration in the misguided notion they are saving the planet. #2 We have our own form of DWB: If by some chance you are caught in the wrong neighborhood by the cops i.e. In a rich neighborhood they will think you are there to rob people, in a poor neighborhood they think you are there to buy drugs, the car gets the 3rd degree. It would probably be safe to drive locally as long as you had ID that showed you lived there or on the freeway during normal hours. God help you if for some reason you had to pull off the freeway after dark for gas somewhere that is known for drugs or an upscale area like Atherton. Rick California is certainly full of socialist B.S., but I have no idea what you're on about. Do you live in the Bay Area? For the most part, most people love seeing a classic BMW and no one will think you are out to rob people or to purchase drugs. This is a ridiculous notion. The Bay Area probably has more classic cars out daily then just about ANYWHERE in the world. I drive mine DAILY and NEVER have issues with law enforcement. HAHA unless your in a vehicle that says "rape Beemer" or have a sticker that says "I heart cocaine" i think you'll be OK as far as Automobile profiling.

I live in the San Gabriel area, way far south from your move here to Cali, its great here. So many kids, posers, ricers, hot rodders, chunties, and just plain ol jallopies i'd say no harrasments with no bumpers here. I think personally where i live, there is too many cars that are modified in so many ways the cops, and sherrifs dont really harrass. Just so as long as your not fucking around too much. Last time I got a ticket for something "modified" related was no front plate, but it was years ago, and my car was slammed to the ground, i running an open header, and had blacked out tint, and a motor that didnt match my vin# to the car (he made me pop my hood). To my defense, (about the open header) i was on my way to the muffler shop from my mechanics, he had just swapped the motor out and of course it sounded pretty awesome, so i was hammering down on the throttle SGV police said he had heard me blocks away....

San Gabriel last night about 9 or 930ish on Mission Blvd, looked to be lowered and green, very dark area could not really see driver or any details...

many thanks Guys ! I'll have to check out the closest ones to me first, then i'll head east bound. again, appreciate it .

Are they reasonable on prices ?

Hey great ! Thanks for the reply. I was wondering about his shop. Theres always quite a few nice 2002 lurking in his lot. I will stop by and talk to him.

Anyone know of a good shop with some decent knowledge on 1600 / 2002's ? Gunna start buying parts for my 1600, and would also like to have a reputable shop to go to as well for parts. Anyone ever use Bavarian Auto in Rosemead ? www.bavariaautoctr.com his shop is close by and he always has 2002 in his shop.

Wait, uhm, what ? Just kidding. Sounds like jargon to me, all i know 40mph doesnt cut it.

Never seen that, cool idea, but just one more electrical problem to arise sooner or later. Stick to manual.

Is this a typical problem ?

they almost always have the rear windows shut, is this a typical thing or just coincidental ? when i get my road worthy, i'll always want them open while im driving, unless there is some issue with them open while driving ?

Ive used this gentleman 3X. Pete, old man bear with him, he's old as stated. Good prices, fully insured. Auto Express Transport 800 237 7398

so its been at least three years since ive even started her up, but i am now ready to get her roadworthy. need to know where in SoCal (San Gabriel Valley) i can get my axles rebuilt for 68 1600. It has those clear see through boots, not the black ones with grease. Also, what kind of diff oil to buy, planning on changing it. brakes of course, tires a must, maybe a bearing kit. Please let me know what else i should look at, kick, squeeze, sniff or duct tape.