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by Meatballs82
Fri May 20, 2016 5:26 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Kettering, Northamptonshire
Replies: 1
Views: 274

Re: Kettering, Northamptonshire

Try Richards in Finedon, they know what they are doing!

http://www.richardsautos.co.uk/
by Meatballs82
Sat Mar 07, 2015 1:04 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Non genuine fuel pumps Update - Fitted
Replies: 49
Views: 2123

Re: Non genuine fuel pumps

Genuine parts cost the extra for a reason... Rubbish! What's the difference between a genuine BMW suspension arm, and a Lemforder suspension arm sourced from ECP? Same part, made in same factory but sold for two very different prices. The ONLY difference is that one has BMW logo on it. Main dealer ...
by Meatballs82
Sat Jan 24, 2015 2:52 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Meguiar's G220 V2 Dual Action Car Polisher
Replies: 16
Views: 772

Re: Meguiar's G220 V2 Dual Action Car Polisher

Used one on my sport a few times, took ages but worth it for the result.
by Meatballs82
Wed Dec 10, 2014 3:57 pm
Forum: Members' E30s
Topic: New Purchase
Replies: 24
Views: 2241

Re: New Purchase

DanThe wrote:Top buy :thumb:

Give me a shout if you need better engine mounts 8)
Hi Dan,

The engine mounts were the Burton MK2 escort ones you recommended?
by Meatballs82
Wed Dec 10, 2014 11:49 am
Forum: Members' E30s
Topic: New Purchase
Replies: 24
Views: 2241

Re: New Purchase

[quote="Robbo-80"]Neva missed a beat whole drive up road 8) I knew she wouldn't let you down Stevie! Hats off to you for an epic 900 mile round trip too. Still can't believe I sold it but the house move will be a little easier now. You'll be glad to know the bank accepted your dodgy scottish notes t...
by Meatballs82
Tue Sep 02, 2014 8:06 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Good garage in Leicester
Replies: 5
Views: 349

Re: Good garage in Leicester

Broad Street Garage in Enderby has a very good reputation. I visited them today. They have an impressive workshop and only use quality parts.

http://www.broadstreetgarage.co.uk/how_to_find_us.cfm
by Meatballs82
Thu Aug 28, 2014 4:11 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Eicher Discs and pads
Replies: 9
Views: 614

Re: Eicher Discs and pads

Nothing wrong with Eicher. Passes all ECE R90 Criteria

Now manufactured in the UK by TMD friction, who also make Pagid.

http://ata.theimi.org.uk/magazine-produ ... brake-pads
by Meatballs82
Sat Aug 23, 2014 11:42 am
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: GSF vs Genuine Parts ?
Replies: 29
Views: 1871

Re: GSF vs Genuine Parts ?

Whenever I buy a part from Main Dealer is always from BMW with their packaging etc Well I'm not sitting outside a dealer I said proof so bring proof!!!! Most of the parts main dealers buy from us are for their non-franchise requirements, they get a better discount from us than they would do from th...
by Meatballs82
Sat Aug 23, 2014 10:55 am
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: GSF vs Genuine Parts ?
Replies: 29
Views: 1871

Re: GSF vs Genuine Parts ?

pony wrote:
daimlerman wrote:I often see a GSF van around the back of my local BMW dealer.... :D
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Proof :-) ?
Some of my larger customers are main dealers, it's true!
by Meatballs82
Sat Aug 02, 2014 11:48 am
Forum: Members' E30s
Topic: Meatballs 1988 Tech 2 Sport
Replies: 423
Views: 24449

Re:

Passed her MOT with flying colours again yesterday, and had a bit of an adventure on the way! It was the first time I'd driven it all year, and for the first time in 4 years it broke down on me, at the petrol station after filling up! I turned the key and had no dash lights, no interior lights, just...
by Meatballs82
Sat Apr 26, 2014 11:11 am
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Wheel Bearings
Replies: 7
Views: 617

Re: Wheel Bearings

Nothing wrong with SNR from ECP. Good enough for most manufacturers to use in their cars mate :D

http://www.ntn-snr.com/group/fr/en-en/i ... ts_marches
by Meatballs82
Fri Feb 28, 2014 12:03 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Sport price
Replies: 5
Views: 446

Re: Sport price

PM'd :D
by Meatballs82
Thu Jan 09, 2014 10:20 am
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Uk supplier of h&R spring kits
Replies: 5
Views: 355

Re: Uk supplier of h&R spring kits

ECP :D
by Meatballs82
Mon Dec 23, 2013 1:22 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: 325 prices
Replies: 24
Views: 1270

Re: 325 prices

We should start a rating review service of all the BMW dealers so I know which ones to avoid and which ones to go to Avoid all of them. Although the parts department at Vines in Redhill is OK. Ben Never had a problem with our local one, Wolaston, lad in his mid 20's is a diamond. That'll be my mate...
by Meatballs82
Mon Dec 23, 2013 1:02 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Burton Engine mounts...
Replies: 33
Views: 2253

Re: Burton Engine mounts...

I have the same issue, a very slight fowling of the exhaust when turning left. I bought a set of needle files recently to see if they will do the trick on the linkage, not got round to it yet though.

Haven't noticed the mounts bulging if I'm honest!
by Meatballs82
Tue Dec 17, 2013 2:36 pm
Forum: Meets, Events & Shows
Topic: 2014 shows/ meets
Replies: 27
Views: 2746

Re: 2014 shows/ meets

On their website they have it provisionally booked for 20th July, not sure if zone camping will be allowed this time though. The dubberz ruined it for good I think....

Tempted to sack this off for Goodwood revival anyway, well at least I was until I started pricing it up :eek:
by Meatballs82
Fri Dec 13, 2013 12:09 pm
Forum: Other BMW Chat
Topic: M135i
Replies: 19
Views: 1120

Re: M135i

New Merc A class looks way better than new 1 series imo, £37K for the AMG though :eek:
by Meatballs82
Tue Dec 10, 2013 4:29 pm
Forum: Members' E30s
Topic: E30 pictures wanted
Replies: 27
Views: 1652

Re: E30 pictures wanted

I'm after some pictures... Looking at putting a website together but require some pictures of nice E30s The website is going to be linked with my Ebay shop and a few other bits but E30 related. Just after nice pictures that I have permission to use. I may not use them but would be nice to have a se...
by Meatballs82
Tue Dec 03, 2013 12:40 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: buying a used lightened flywheel
Replies: 15
Views: 657

Re: buying a used lightened flywheel

Voted yes, I had one fitted to mine this year - no problems so far!
by Meatballs82
Wed Nov 27, 2013 9:21 am
Forum: Members' E30s
Topic: Meatballs 1988 Tech 2 Sport
Replies: 423
Views: 24449

Re:

capri_rob wrote:I think you should put it on the market for £15k and not take a penny less Matt :D

That way either get a shedload of cash or get to keep the car - win/win :D
:D
by Meatballs82
Tue Nov 26, 2013 5:46 pm
Forum: Members' E30s
Topic: Meatballs 1988 Tech 2 Sport
Replies: 423
Views: 24449

Re:

bmandy68 wrote:might be intrested in a nice set of alpina wheels...
Well I shall keep you posted sir! I will prob list the car for a price with and without the wheels and see what happens
by Meatballs82
Tue Nov 26, 2013 5:27 pm
Forum: Members' E30s
Topic: Meatballs 1988 Tech 2 Sport
Replies: 423
Views: 24449

Re:

bmandy68 wrote:Matt tell that pikey to get stuffed :D
I don't need to, he knows how I think :D
by Meatballs82
Tue Nov 26, 2013 5:23 pm
Forum: Members' E30s
Topic: Meatballs 1988 Tech 2 Sport
Replies: 423
Views: 24449

Re:

Jim320i wrote:I'll pay anything as long as it means you'll fook off winkeye
I will be replacing it with a £500 scrapper to molest at some point, so you won't get rid of me that easy!
by Meatballs82
Tue Nov 26, 2013 5:19 pm
Forum: Members' E30s
Topic: Meatballs 1988 Tech 2 Sport
Replies: 423
Views: 24449

Re:

Jim320i wrote:£1200 right here for you bud... I know your pain :D
That should cover the wheels & tyres, do you not want the rest of it too? winkeye
by Meatballs82
Tue Nov 26, 2013 4:07 pm
Forum: Members' E30s
Topic: Meatballs 1988 Tech 2 Sport
Replies: 423
Views: 24449

Re:

No updates to add to this other than it looks like I will be selling her early in the new year. Really can't imagine selling this turd but we are wanting to put our house on the market to buy something bigger, and at the minute I can't see it happening without letting go of the car first :( I've not...
by Meatballs82
Wed Oct 30, 2013 8:44 am
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Just to let you know - 50% off at ECP for 72 hours
Replies: 24
Views: 1123

Re: Just to let you know - 50% off at ECP for 72 hours

yes. same company, but cp4l are cheaper mail order, ecp handy if you can click and collect. Would be handy if any e30 items were actualy in stock in any stores ... The branches are stock profiled according to what they sell, which is why any branches I've worked at over the last few years keep more...
by Meatballs82
Wed Oct 30, 2013 8:43 am
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Just to let you know - 50% off at ECP for 72 hours
Replies: 24
Views: 1123

Re: Just to let you know - 50% off at ECP for 72 hours

[quote="capri_rob"]I'm getting fed up with ECP which is annoying as I used to like dealing with them With permanent "sales" on they are rapidly becoming the DFS of the car parts industry :roll: [quote] Its a bit like the stock market these days! Should you buy today when it may be cheaper tomorrow?!...
by Meatballs82
Mon Oct 28, 2013 5:42 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: ECP NORTHAMPTON
Replies: 5
Views: 435

Re: ECP NORTHAMPTON

That guys long gone. One of my guys has an E36 328, the rest are dubberz....

That may explain some of the issues I'm having here winkeye
by Meatballs82
Mon Oct 28, 2013 5:03 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: ECP NORTHAMPTON
Replies: 5
Views: 435

Re: ECP NORTHAMPTON

I know who and what you mean, all I can say (on the internet) is I was shocked on my first day!

Please do not judge me by the current standards here, I've been drafted over for a reason!!

You'll have to come and introduce yourself mate. Next time you need anything, PM me first! :D
by Meatballs82
Mon Oct 28, 2013 10:17 am
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: ECP NORTHAMPTON
Replies: 5
Views: 435

ECP NORTHAMPTON

Good morning you lot, not been on here for a while as the car is all tucked up for winter. Just wanted to let you all know I am now based at Northampton ECP, for the next 6 months or so. I still cannot ship parts out but you are more than welcome to come and collect from the branch if you are nearby...
by Meatballs82
Fri Sep 13, 2013 4:41 pm
Forum: Members' E30s
Topic: E30 325 Resto
Replies: 16
Views: 1081

Re: E30 325 Resto

Excellent stuff mate, very brave taking that rust on! :D

One thing though though, is that a standard E30 rack your fitting? If so I wouldn't bother, you'll be much better off sourcing and fitting an E46 '067' rack or similair - the difference it makes to the way the car drives is amazing!
by Meatballs82
Sat Sep 07, 2013 9:28 pm
Forum: Meets, Events & Shows
Topic: German & VAG Show - 7th & 8th Sept- Northamptonshire
Replies: 82
Views: 7792

Re: German & VAG Show - 7th & 8th Sept- Northamptons

Didn't bring an ecp van home this weekend so I'll leave my e30 at the top of the drive tomorrow morning. Bacon will be raedy for 9am!
by Meatballs82
Thu Sep 05, 2013 2:34 pm
Forum: Meets, Events & Shows
Topic: German & VAG Show - 7th & 8th Sept- Northamptonshire
Replies: 82
Views: 7792

Re: German & VAG Show - 7th & 8th Sept- Northamptons

jonny323i wrote:9:45 I think is that right Matt
Yeah we should be there about then mate
by Meatballs82
Wed Sep 04, 2013 4:31 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Leaking gearbox
Replies: 19
Views: 661

Re: Leaking gearbox

So which seal is the selector one on the diagram? I feel like a tech 1 sport owner right now with these questions :roll: And matt, which do you do as I might have to pop into Leicester branch for some We do the main g/box seals but I can't cross the OE number or Febi number for the shaft seal to an...
by Meatballs82
Wed Sep 04, 2013 3:34 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Leaking gearbox
Replies: 19
Views: 661

Re: Leaking gearbox

is it no 12 on this link?

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do ... g=23&fg=15

I have these in stock :D