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by Hopchop
Sat Oct 03, 2015 9:10 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Performance exhaust Manifolds
Replies: 3
Views: 292

Re: Performance exhaust Manifolds

http://www.ebay.com/itm/BMW-E36-323-325 ... Make%3ABMW

These look good but they must be crap, they are so cheap
by Hopchop
Sat Oct 03, 2015 7:21 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Performance exhaust Manifolds
Replies: 3
Views: 292

Performance exhaust Manifolds

Can anyone suggest performance exhaust manifolds for M52 engine? Cheers in advance
by Hopchop
Fri Jun 19, 2015 4:41 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Alloy radiator M52
Replies: 12
Views: 583

Re: Alloy radiator M52

DanThe wrote:BMW ECP GSF etc, pretty much anywhere that sells thermostats
Tried GSF and ECP all they have is 88-92 operating temperatures so I'm assuming that it has to be a certain type to fit an M52?
by Hopchop
Fri Jun 19, 2015 10:34 am
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Alloy radiator M52
Replies: 12
Views: 583

Re: Alloy radiator M52

DanThe wrote:As standard they come with a 93/94 thermostat, I use an 80 degree in E30's
Dan where could I purchase an 80 degree thermostat?
by Hopchop
Thu Jun 18, 2015 10:52 am
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Alloy radiator M52
Replies: 12
Views: 583

Re: Alloy radiator M52

http://www.mishimoto.co.uk/bmw-e36-aluminum-performance-radiator-92-99.html http://www.e30zone.net/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=243247&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=325 Brilliant rads Thanks Jimbob, did the little hoses come with the header tank. May be a stupid question but are m52 su...
by Hopchop
Wed Jun 17, 2015 10:43 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Alloy radiator M52
Replies: 12
Views: 583

Alloy radiator M52

Can anyone suggest a decent alloy radiator for an M52 E30, I'm sick of the shitty plastic radiators. cheers
by Hopchop
Tue Jun 09, 2015 1:07 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: M50 inlet vacumn part
Replies: 5
Views: 257

jmc330i wrote:Either secondhand from a trader on here or try Cotswold BMW for a quote on a new part (new parts aren't always expensive and in some cases, less than secondhand!)

Cotswold BMW - http://www.e30zone.net/modules.php?name ... forum&f=39
Cheers mate
by Hopchop
Tue Jun 09, 2015 12:43 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: M50 inlet vacumn part
Replies: 5
Views: 257

Yes part number 9 on the diagram. Where do I go next?
by Hopchop
Tue Jun 09, 2015 12:07 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: M50 inlet vacumn part
Replies: 5
Views: 257

M50 inlet vacumn part

As above does anyone know the part number for this or where would be best to get one, broke the clip when taking off the inlet? Cheers in advance

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by Hopchop
Sun May 31, 2015 1:02 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Heater Pipes
Replies: 2
Views: 160

Heater Pipes

Is this the correct arrangement for the heater pipes, see picture below: cheers
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by Hopchop
Mon May 18, 2015 5:05 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Water leak M52 above gearbox
Replies: 4
Views: 467

Re: Water leak M52 above gearbox

craigieeb wrote:Either the hose that goes to the stub on the back of the head has split,
Or
The little gasket on the stub pipe has gone....
Only way to get to it is move the engine forward, do you have any pictures by any chance?
by Hopchop
Sun May 17, 2015 8:06 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Water leak M52 above gearbox
Replies: 4
Views: 467

Water leak M52 above gearbox

I have a water leak in my e30, it seems to be coming from above the gearbox, actually leaking right down between bell housing and the engine. What could it be, there is no water on the carpets on the inside though. Is there any hoses up behind the engine and the firewall that I can't see?
by Hopchop
Fri Apr 03, 2015 12:36 am
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Adjustable camber plates
Replies: 16
Views: 965

Re: Adjustable camber plates

These are good - http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-E30-E21-E28-E36-Compact-Z3-Rear-Camber-Toe-Adjuster-Kit-Plates/251895955961?_trksid=p2047675.c100011.m1850&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D29952%26meid%3D9e63dad866e844c88c9e0c759a66f1bd%26pid%3D100011%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D1%26sd%3...
by Hopchop
Fri Apr 03, 2015 12:21 am
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Adjustable camber plates
Replies: 16
Views: 965

Adjustable camber plates

Is it a big job to fit camber plates on the rear beam, and what are the best ones to get? Any advice greatly appreciated
by Hopchop
Mon Feb 02, 2015 10:11 am
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Custom seat mounts
Replies: 5
Views: 435

Re: Custom seat mounts

What needs to be custom about it? Or is it just fixed position brackets you want? Dan its just fixed position ones I need, the ones that have been fitted put the seat way off to the left, you can see in my other thread. http://www.e30zone.net/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=258928&highlight=
by Hopchop
Mon Feb 02, 2015 7:58 am
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Custom seat mounts
Replies: 5
Views: 435

Re: Custom seat mounts

cypriot_boy_2k7 wrote:To cater what seats?
Cobra Suzuka bucket seat
by Hopchop
Sat Jan 31, 2015 3:39 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Custom seat mounts
Replies: 5
Views: 435

Custom seat mounts

I've been told there is someone on here who sells custom seat brackets, does anyone know who I need to try and contact?
by Hopchop
Fri Jan 30, 2015 8:33 am
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Auto Electrician East london/Essex
Replies: 7
Views: 408

Re: Auto Electrician East london/Essex

Is there a relay in the circuit? Where is the negative (earth) lead from the fan connected? Is there a fuse in the circuit? Where does the fan circuit obtain its power from? There is a relay in the circuit, the negative earth is connected to the front panel. There is also a fuse which in the circui...
by Hopchop
Thu Jan 29, 2015 8:03 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Auto Electrician East london/Essex
Replies: 7
Views: 408

Re: Auto Electrician East london/Essex

Brianmoooore wrote:Even with the edit it still doesn't make much sense!
First point is that the fan isn't supposed to come on "when it gets up to temperature". It's supposed to come on when the engine begins to overheat, otherwise it'll be wasting power and fuel.
Did it ever work?
Yes it worked!
by Hopchop
Thu Jan 29, 2015 8:01 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Auto Electrician East london/Essex
Replies: 7
Views: 408

Re: Auto Electrician East london/Essex

Right sorry, when it gets too hot the fan fails to kick in, thanks for all the help!
by Hopchop
Thu Jan 29, 2015 4:43 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Bucket seat Mounts
Replies: 0
Views: 129

Bucket seat Mounts

I have had a bucket seat fitted to my e30, the brackets that were used you can see in the pictures attached. My seat is way to the left making the pedals seem like i have to reach to the right to hit the brake and accelerator. I looked at the tunnel side of the brackets and have about 10mm max scope...
by Hopchop
Thu Jan 29, 2015 3:57 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Auto Electrician East london/Essex
Replies: 7
Views: 408

Auto Electrician East london/Essex

I have a 14 inch kenlow fan on my M52 conversion, but the fan isn't coming on when it gets to temperature. When I turn the resistor you can hear it click but nothing happens. Its probably a simple problem but I dont have a clue about electrics. Does anyone have any suggestions what it could be or su...
by Hopchop
Sun Jan 11, 2015 9:04 pm
Forum: Other BMW Chat
Topic: Alpina rims, how do I know if genuine?
Replies: 11
Views: 899

Re: Alpina rims, how do I know if genuine?

Jesus325iTouring wrote:How does the tyre valve work behind the centre cap???
Good question! hmmm I wonder!
by Hopchop
Sun Jan 11, 2015 5:51 pm
Forum: Other BMW Chat
Topic: Alpina rims, how do I know if genuine?
Replies: 11
Views: 899

Re: Alpina rims, how do I know if genuine?

alpina123 wrote:20 spokes would indicate they are genuine are they on a e39?
Yes they are on an e39!
by Hopchop
Sun Jan 11, 2015 5:51 pm
Forum: Other BMW Chat
Topic: Alpina rims, how do I know if genuine?
Replies: 11
Views: 899

Re: Alpina rims, how do I know if genuine?

alpina123 wrote:20 spokes would indicate they are genuine are they on a e39?
Yes they are on an e39!
by Hopchop
Sun Jan 11, 2015 5:03 pm
Forum: Other BMW Chat
Topic: Alpina rims, how do I know if genuine?
Replies: 11
Views: 899

Re: Alpina rims, how do I know if genuine?

Blitz wrote:There not real. Tyre valve should be behind the center cap.
Cheers, any idea if they are worth much?
by Hopchop
Sun Jan 11, 2015 4:43 pm
Forum: Other BMW Chat
Topic: Alpina rims, how do I know if genuine?
Replies: 11
Views: 899

Alpina rims, how do I know if genuine?

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How do you know if these are genuine Alpina? they're19 inch
by Hopchop
Mon Dec 08, 2014 1:42 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: M52 power enough for drift machine
Replies: 8
Views: 486

Re: M52 power enough for drift machine

Motorhole wrote:M52 E30 drifting on-board. This is Redcar on here.

Some good skills there, I hope I'll be able to do that!
by Hopchop
Mon Dec 08, 2014 12:49 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: M52 power enough for drift machine
Replies: 8
Views: 486

Re: M52 power enough for drift machine

yes it will go just fine. there are a few 318iS's in the local drift series where i am at the moment. A 318is in the dry, that must be hard work and some good driving there's a lad goes to teeside drift track with a white 318is ... drifts it all day then drives it home . I assume a hydraulic handbr...
by Hopchop
Mon Dec 08, 2014 11:58 am
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: M52 power enough for drift machine
Replies: 8
Views: 486

Re: M52 power enough for drift machine

age wrote:yes it will go just fine.
there are a few 318iS's in the local drift series where i am at the moment.
A 318is in the dry, that must be hard work and some good driving
by Hopchop
Mon Dec 08, 2014 11:32 am
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: M52 power enough for drift machine
Replies: 8
Views: 486

M52 power enough for drift machine

I know drifting an E30 may not be to everyones taste but just wondering is the power output of an M52 adequate for a drift machine from anyones experience on here?
by Hopchop
Sun Oct 12, 2014 10:07 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Lydden Hill circuit
Replies: 2
Views: 222

Lydden Hill circuit

What's people's opinion of this circuit? It seems very short at 1 mile
by Hopchop
Wed Oct 08, 2014 2:53 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: BMW E30'S In East/ South East London
Replies: 44
Views: 3239

Re: meet

HI guys, I am not sure if this had gone forward as I was unable to make it. Having just come back from Stratford I must say that the nice tall new builds and the environment itself has improved for the better. A pleasant drive to Westfields with the wife to break my bank and only just got back to R...
by Hopchop
Fri Sep 26, 2014 9:44 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Love these rims
Replies: 13
Views: 922

Re: Love these rims

Hi Mate, Schmidt modernlines are what you're after - not sure if they are exactly the same as the above, as they might be original revolutions or image wheels. Have a look on edition 38 as some of the vw boys run them or they are available new: http://www.rimstyle.com/alloywheels/wheel/index.html?w...
by Hopchop
Fri Sep 26, 2014 2:18 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Love these rims
Replies: 13
Views: 922

Love these rims

Would love to get some on my E30

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