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by a_kara
Wed Feb 18, 2009 9:30 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: How do you pronounce baur
Replies: 47
Views: 1517

Re: How do you pronounce baur

1st, bow ( as in take a bow )
2nd, er ( say her with out the h )

put hem together, put a bit more of an accent or stress on the "bow" and you have it

http://www.pronouncenames.com/pronounce/baur

new week we'll learn how to say hartge
by a_kara
Wed Feb 18, 2009 12:19 am
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Poorboys alloy wheel sealant,anyone tried it on polished lip
Replies: 5
Views: 296

Re: Poorboys alloy wheel sealant,anyone tried it on polished

it will provide some protection from brake dust etc. it is in effect a tough sealant for wheels.

have look at the reviews on the detailing world forum
by a_kara
Mon Feb 16, 2009 6:51 pm
Forum: Other BMW Chat
Topic: E12 B7
Replies: 14
Views: 493

Re: E28 B7

the guy has stated publicly in othe forums that he wants 18000 euros for it, thats just over £16000

nice £4000 mark up from WLN.

superb car though, but i'd prefer one in Alpina blue with gold decals
by a_kara
Mon Feb 09, 2009 12:28 pm
Forum: Other BMW Chat
Topic: e30 e36 diffs
Replies: 3
Views: 230

Re: e30 e36 diffs

i'm not sure if the cover from the back will fit. you definately have to change it because the e36 diff is mounted with 2 bushings and the e30 one with 1. not onlt that the speed sensor is not direct fit e30 will not work on an e36 diff with either e36 or e30 back plate, and e36 one will not work o...
by a_kara
Thu Feb 05, 2009 12:08 am
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Bargain M3 3.5!
Replies: 67
Views: 2557

Re:

The big six does sound nice, but i do prefer the noise of a "tuned" S14 with carbon air box

by a_kara
Sat Jan 31, 2009 1:31 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: is it legal.....?
Replies: 41
Views: 1428

Re:

No MOT makes your insurance void. no it does not but it is an excuse the insurance companies will use to avoid a pay out, but you can fight it an get pay out, like i just have with a friends car. MOT expired 9 months ago and she just totally forgot about it, and only realised when she had an accide...
by a_kara
Sun Jan 25, 2009 2:07 am
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: how do i improve my cabby handling???
Replies: 28
Views: 1112

Re: how do i improve my cabby handling???

TBH honest unless ur gonna track the cab i wont go for the roll bards, id go threw the bushs first all round front and rear top mounts etc Get a strut brace Look into new dampers and springs :cool: roll bars are one way to improove the handling with out affecting the ride quality i'd use the black ...
by a_kara
Sun Jan 25, 2009 12:58 am
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: BMW museum (munich)
Replies: 28
Views: 798

Re: BMW museum (munich)

i dont really recall the names of the Bier Kellers i walked into, but there was one huge one by the main square, Oomph Band, large Steins you get the idea. walked in for a late lunch and beer, and at some stage i made it back to the hotel a word of advise for any visitors, you have to carefull of s...
by a_kara
Sun Jan 25, 2009 12:31 am
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: BMW museum (munich)
Replies: 28
Views: 798

Re: BMW museum (munich)

i dont really recall the names of the Bier Kellers i walked into, but there was one huge one by the main square, Oomph Band, large Steins you get the idea. walked in for a late lunch and beer, and at some stage i made it back to the hotel a word of advise for any visitors, you have to carefull of so...
by a_kara
Sun Jan 25, 2009 12:17 am
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: BMW museum (munich)
Replies: 28
Views: 798

Re: BMW museum (munich)

blackcountrybimmerman wrote:oktoberfest?
never had the pleasure of being there for octoberfest but maybe next year.

your self ?
by a_kara
Sun Jan 25, 2009 12:12 am
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: BMW museum (munich)
Replies: 28
Views: 798

Re: BMW museum (munich)

very simple to get there from the airport using their equivilant of the tube/undergorund. i was located in the city centre Marienplatz and took the U3 heading north , get off at the Olympic Park, and its a 2 minute walk from there from the airport, you'd meed the S8 to Marianplatz, then change to t...
by a_kara
Sat Jan 24, 2009 11:43 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: BMW museum (munich)
Replies: 28
Views: 798

Re: BMW museum (munich)

very simple to get there from the airport using their equivilant of the tube/undergorund. i was located in the city centre Marienplatz and took the U3 heading north , get off at the Olympic Park, and its a 2 minute walk from there from the airport, you'd meed the S8 to Marianplatz, then change to th...
by a_kara
Sun Jan 18, 2009 5:46 pm
Forum: Other BMW Chat
Topic: Twin turbo S14 2002
Replies: 22
Views: 847

Re: Twin turbo S14 2002

the lad who owns and built that works for Koenigsegg

very talented person
by a_kara
Sat Jan 17, 2009 1:03 am
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Lotec M3 Turbo
Replies: 14
Views: 756

Re: Lotec M3 Turbo

very rare car

very fast car
by a_kara
Wed Dec 17, 2008 10:10 pm
Forum: Care and Detailing
Topic: T-Cut White ColourFast
Replies: 7
Views: 402

Re: T-Cut White ColourFast

whites respond well to glaze, chemical guys EZ creme glaze is an option and top it off with an LSP ( ws or sealant) of your choice
by a_kara
Tue Dec 16, 2008 7:11 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: What e30 related items are you getting for xmas ??
Replies: 105
Views: 3556

from a previous thred looks OK, Auto though and I cant stand tech 2 C2's , too much kit and a bit of an identity crisis :lol: Have to agree with you there mate . If i had a C2 it would have to have full Alpina dressage ala yours and simon's. in this thread A/C New top tint winscreen New carpet 2x he...
by a_kara
Tue Dec 16, 2008 12:41 am
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Private number plate valuation
Replies: 26
Views: 742

Re: Private number plate valuation

cecotto479 wrote: and a TVR has been seen with UR 02 SLO which I like.
that registration is currently on Z4 M coupe

i dont trust valuations from the likes of elite/new reg. they charge you for a valuation, when in reality you can just look at whats available for sale and make sensible calculation from there
by a_kara
Sun Dec 14, 2008 11:27 pm
Forum: Members' E30s
Topic: Hartge H36 Project (E30 M3 with S38 M5 engine)
Replies: 582
Views: 78371

Re:

Well, I have the afforementioned letter from BMW confirming it was supplied without a P/MAC number stamped on the chassis plate. I think given the circumstances it is reasonable to assume it was supplied like this because it was going straight to Hartge. This is quoted from the letter in question B...
by a_kara
Sun Dec 14, 2008 11:23 pm
Forum: Motorsport / Track Day
Topic: re-wiring the shell
Replies: 12
Views: 715

Re:

Ptr wrote:
Forgot about your loom! I think it is from G......?
_________________
Yes From Gee....quality peice of kit, using all lightweight wires & prpoer connectors etc

details ?

pm if needed
by a_kara
Sun Dec 14, 2008 10:53 pm
Forum: Members' E30s
Topic: Hartge H36 Project (E30 M3 with S38 M5 engine)
Replies: 582
Views: 78371

Re:

Well I assume if it has a Hartge chassis number, it's a factory conversion. i would agree with that, but factory conversions are still available what i'd like to know when tracing a cars history is, and i may i may have missed something from this thread, but have you had any confirmation from hartg...
by a_kara
Sun Dec 14, 2008 10:36 pm
Forum: Members' E30s
Topic: Hartge H36 Project (E30 M3 with S38 M5 engine)
Replies: 582
Views: 78371

Re:

how many of the cars are "real cars" and how many are "conversions"

Hartge still offer this conversion, but as fas as i know only 6 cars were factory built and a few more have had the conversion after
by a_kara
Sat Dec 06, 2008 12:30 am
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: e30 m3, 3.0(s50) rotrex supercharged
Replies: 9
Views: 355

Re: e30 m3, 3.0(s50) rotrex supercharged

yes i have one, but its had few nice changes such as cecotto trim, no more cage now :) oh, and bbs rs2 splits. i was thinking of buying a supercharged version, however its really hard to get power down as is, so prabably pointless. i would think it would be worth around 15k min for supercharged ver...
by a_kara
Sat Dec 06, 2008 12:00 am
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: e30 m3, 3.0(s50) rotrex supercharged
Replies: 9
Views: 355

Re: e30 m3, 3.0(s50) rotrex supercharged

did you not recently buy an e30 M3 with s50 ? a caged one ?
by a_kara
Fri Nov 28, 2008 7:20 pm
Forum: Members' E30s
Topic: BMW Alpina C2 2.7 Cabriolet BEAST!!! Original Thing!!!
Replies: 113
Views: 6465

Re:

bss325i wrote: It could have been a lame 2.7 boxster!

they are suckers for racing, as he owners normaly think they are fast, but in reality they are pathetic
by a_kara
Fri Nov 21, 2008 11:50 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: C2 2.7 for sale
Replies: 66
Views: 2868

Re: C2 2.7 for sale

I personally prefer the first C2.7 with the kit...that's cool! 2nd C2.7 for 7.5k...is that geezer dreaming? That's E30 M3 money. E36 M3's are ridiculously cheap now but an Evo convertible in Estoril Blue is still cool! an e30 M3 in very very good condition commands more that £7500, thats for sure a...
by a_kara
Fri Nov 21, 2008 11:45 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Hartge M3 breaking
Replies: 158
Views: 7668

Re:

it will be very hard to have an "original spec" car, as there are a few variations to the options available. the conversion is still available, but the car will neve be an H36 as such, only 6 were officially made with hartge vin no's. is your one a genuine H36 or converted one ? for sure it seems to...
by a_kara
Thu Nov 20, 2008 10:41 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: trackmeister m3 suspension
Replies: 1
Views: 148

Re: trackmeister m3 suspension

its a set of shock springs ARB's and polly bushes

nothing you can get your self fromt he right suppliers for a better price

i think they used Koni shocks and springs, eibach ARB's and powerflex bushes.
by a_kara
Wed Nov 19, 2008 9:33 pm
Forum: Other BMW Chat
Topic: 318ti compact vs e30 318iS
Replies: 53
Views: 2646

dips346 wrote:
Image
looks like Diegos
by a_kara
Thu Nov 13, 2008 1:54 am
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: adjustable air suspension
Replies: 28
Views: 1120

Re: adjustable air suspension

Brianmoooore wrote:Obvious solution is to put sensible tyres on it!
Why do you need 265mm of rubber on the road with 170bhp?
with a wide arch kit, you need a bit more that a 205/55/15 to fill the arches

step 1, jack the car up and see where it is hitting the tyre

then you can go to step 2
by a_kara
Sun Nov 09, 2008 9:28 pm
Forum: Other BMW Chat
Topic: E12 vs E28 vs 6 series
Replies: 12
Views: 1214

Re: E12 vs E28 vs 6 series

If that's as good as it looks, what a car. I had a Sapphire blue W plate M535i and although it was nice to look at, it was a rusty bag of old shit that never worked properly. But when it DID work, it was a hell of car. was that the one which was shown in bmw car in the mid 90's ? blue vynal roof on...
by a_kara
Sat Nov 08, 2008 1:37 am
Forum: Other BMW Chat
Topic: E12 vs E28 vs 6 series
Replies: 12
Views: 1214

Re: E12 vs E28 vs 6 series

If that's as good as it looks, what a car. I had a Sapphire blue W plate M535i and although it was nice to look at, it was a rusty bag of old shit that never worked properly. But when it DID work, it was a hell of car. was that the one which was shown in bmw car in the mid 90's ? blue vynal roof on...
by a_kara
Thu Nov 06, 2008 10:31 pm
Forum: Other BMW Chat
Topic: Anyone know
Replies: 2
Views: 181

Re: Anyone know

there has been a write up on in in TBMW ( which was in the shops a few weeks ago) and PBMW i belive which was in the shops a few days ago
by a_kara
Sat Nov 01, 2008 11:46 pm
Forum: In Car Entertainment
Topic: 18 x 10" subs in a e30
Replies: 22
Views: 814

Re: 18 x 10" subs in a e30

i did wonder

they were a "budget" brand but they could take some serious abuse, as you said it is shame.
by a_kara
Sat Nov 01, 2008 11:27 pm
Forum: In Car Entertainment
Topic: 18 x 10" subs in a e30
Replies: 22
Views: 814

Re: 18 x 10" subs in a e30

what happened to the car, i was for sale about 1997.
by a_kara
Sat Nov 01, 2008 10:51 pm
Forum: In Car Entertainment
Topic: 18 x 10" subs in a e30
Replies: 22
Views: 814

Re: 18 x 10" subs in a e30

now now guys, calm down, this was taken about 12 years ago, built for longmill, but was too 'extreme' for them, so it never got to drop in anger at any competitions. but boy was it loud, i think it hit 154db,not too sure.i helped build this with a bloke called tony bennett, those of you who know th...