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by Big_M_
Mon Oct 10, 2005 9:37 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: dash computer
Replies: 2
Views: 135

:oops: thanks for that simon
by Big_M_
Mon Oct 10, 2005 9:34 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: E36 rack probs
Replies: 4
Views: 205

if you have a look in the tech articles section there is some good info on how to c/o the rack conversion, gives sizes and that for making the shims.

while were on the subject does anyone know how much you'd pay for the e36 rack and if fitted can you still install a 6 brancher
by Big_M_
Mon Oct 10, 2005 9:24 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: dash computer
Replies: 2
Views: 135

dash computer

well lads,
can any of you guys tell me what makes up the complete kit for installing the dash obc, eg chime unit blue ecu etc,etc as i'm looking to buy one but want to make sure the complete kit is there you know and also is there much to fitting it
by Big_M_
Fri Oct 07, 2005 7:36 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Maf conversion
Replies: 10
Views: 407

thanks for the info lads, but i think i'll be putting that one on the back burner for a while, more things i can do with Ԛ£1000 at the moment.
by Big_M_
Fri Oct 07, 2005 6:15 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Maf conversion
Replies: 10
Views: 407

Maf conversion

can any of you guys tell me if there's much to doing a MAF conversion, i've 1990 325i sport and would there be any gains as i've got a zone wild chip, am getting a btb an an itg induction kit. also what kind of costs involved and is it a diy jobby.
by Big_M_
Mon Oct 03, 2005 9:00 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: s14 aginest the m20 2.5
Replies: 30
Views: 1261

Jaistanley, i was thinking the same thing but as it has been mentioned as a money pit and from what i've heard here the H+R springs are really able to support the weight removing the feeling of a six up front, but i' going for blistein shockers with matched billy springs. mean't to be the job anyone...
by Big_M_
Mon Oct 03, 2005 6:57 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: diff stripping
Replies: 16
Views: 456

done some enquiring today and yas the atlas is a back axle used by ford on the mexico etc,etc. the clutch packs will do, i just have to strip the diff now measure the thickness of the of the floaters and i'll be able to get the required pack made up. diff here i come, but before i do i was advised t...
by Big_M_
Mon Oct 03, 2005 12:18 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: diff stripping
Replies: 16
Views: 456

. No experience of LSDs, but I've read on here, that the clutch packs to use are those for, IIRC, a Ford Atlas unit. You can either use just part of the replacement bits, or have your LSD housing machined to accept the other bits as well, and end up with an improved unit. IIRC, would this be availa...
by Big_M_
Sun Oct 02, 2005 7:50 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: s14 aginest the m20 2.5
Replies: 30
Views: 1261

thanks for all the replies there lads, and thanks to Zayyan for the translation :D
by Big_M_
Sun Oct 02, 2005 7:43 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: diff stripping
Replies: 16
Views: 456

but if you only remove the diff unit, and the pinion is not removed the no need to adjust the backlash as it is already set up from before. the part i would be worried about is going into the diff, there is not much info to be got on the web either. it can't be too difficult thought couple of gears,...
by Big_M_
Sat Oct 01, 2005 9:34 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: diff stripping
Replies: 16
Views: 456

well thats more than i knew about it brian, any other idea's links with pictures or something would be great as i'm sure alot of zoners have come across this problem and if were able to repair their diffs it could save alot of pain from having to try and source a replacement. the clutch pack for the...
by Big_M_
Sat Oct 01, 2005 8:14 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: water leak
Replies: 8
Views: 271

check for a rust hole in the bulkhead below or near where the wiring loom goes through the bulkhead. had one there on e30 before.
just remove the kick panel (speaker is behind it) and peel the carpet back to have a look. also while your there have a look at your jacking points very common problem
by Big_M_
Sat Oct 01, 2005 7:27 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: diff stripping
Replies: 16
Views: 456

diff stripping

lads, i want to strip and re-build a diff on me e30 325i sport. anyone have a good link or better still have experience of re-building one. as there is not many people around my area who speicalise in this type of work. and i don't want to give it to a chancer who will f**k it up you know. it can't ...
by Big_M_
Sat Oct 01, 2005 4:20 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: powerflex bushes
Replies: 2
Views: 169

cheers charle30 :wink:
by Big_M_
Sat Oct 01, 2005 4:17 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: s14 aginest the m20 2.5
Replies: 30
Views: 1261

Thanks Demlotcrew, but would the hassle swappin to the r/h drive car.
by Big_M_
Sat Oct 01, 2005 4:13 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Cost of having a timing belt changed
Replies: 16
Views: 1133

Big M - Ive no idea what springs are in the car but it has yellow shocks. To be honest its too low and even on standard 205/15 tyres it rubs on the front when turning. Im going to get a full kit if I keep the car and raise it to about 45-50mm if possible. yeah looks well low Adam, probally 80/80 th...
by Big_M_
Sat Oct 01, 2005 7:20 am
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: powerflex bushes
Replies: 2
Views: 169

powerflex bushes

lads,
will the forward m3 ecentric powerflex bushes (forward wishbone aft bush) fit the 325i sport wishbone. as in no alterations needed to the wishbone
by Big_M_
Sat Oct 01, 2005 6:41 am
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Cost of having a timing belt changed
Replies: 16
Views: 1133

adam, how much is your e30 lowered, it looks well slamed, what kit have you fitted to that,

p.s sorry for going off topic
by Big_M_
Sat Oct 01, 2005 6:37 am
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Cost of having a timing belt changed
Replies: 16
Views: 1133

on the m20 325 it's an easy job, good idea to change the water pump, belt tensioner if either of these seize then your belt will snap and you know the rest. change thermostat aswell it's a good precaution as you know the m20 doesn't like heat that much. just remember that the when taking off the fan...
by Big_M_
Sat Oct 01, 2005 2:28 am
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: s14 aginest the m20 2.5
Replies: 30
Views: 1261

rapid fire repiles there lads sound, so if a fella could lay his hands on an 320is then he'd be laughing for a handy jump in power without all the tax. is there much to doing the transplant it being 4cyl eg gearbox,eng mounts wiring, diff etc,etc
by Big_M_
Fri Sep 30, 2005 9:16 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: s14 aginest the m20 2.5
Replies: 30
Views: 1261

s14 aginest the m20 2.5

Lads,

whats the differance between s14 and m20 2.5, i know its 6 cyl and it's 2.5, as i just seen the stats on the link page to bmw info, to see the s14 fitted to the 320is, is putting out 192bhp Vs 170 bhp from the m20 2.5. or is this a typo error in the car it's fittied to. 8O
by Big_M_
Fri Sep 30, 2005 3:18 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Lads help needed!!!!!
Replies: 2
Views: 136

thanks for that, AIBMW325iSport
by Big_M_
Fri Sep 30, 2005 1:26 am
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Lads help needed!!!!!
Replies: 2
Views: 136

Lads help needed!!!!!

can ye tell me is the 325is in the us the same as the 325i sport here, as in body kit, brakes, suspensions. because the uk version has larger struts for the m-tech or(sport) shockers than the 325i. tell me is that right or arse about tit :?
by Big_M_
Thu Sep 29, 2005 11:29 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: kat
Replies: 27
Views: 1042

same applies to any mod though even changing wheels, lowering kits, induction etc, etc. its just a risk we take. rules are made to be broken well insurance ones anyway so long as you get away with it, besides if you get the cat back pipe made to look original then the inspector would have to be a zo...
by Big_M_
Thu Sep 29, 2005 11:17 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: 40/40 Drop what wheels can I use?
Replies: 11
Views: 371

no mate thats a pic i had on the box haven't taken any photos yet, the ones i have are rounded to the edge not like the the bk's, don't know the manufactuer of the 17's, when running 17's 40 profile tire is the correct size i'm told. i don't know how much the bbs will set me back yet got them on one...
by Big_M_
Thu Sep 29, 2005 7:39 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Suspensions, what the lads think
Replies: 14
Views: 520

318-is there less that Ԛ£20 from powerflex go to, www.powerflex.co.uk
by Big_M_
Thu Sep 29, 2005 7:37 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Suspensions, what the lads think
Replies: 14
Views: 520

my mistake, if for instance your turning into petrol station or drive over a hump with the wheels locked or even partialy locked since the wheels travel up, it then hits the arch. on the front only and only when lowered by 60mm at the front. will the m3 ecentric bushes fit straight in to 325i and if...
by Big_M_
Thu Sep 29, 2005 7:16 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: 40/40 Drop what wheels can I use?
Replies: 11
Views: 371

17" alpina reps i got and the sit in there, snug as abug on 205/40/17 rubber bands, see the sig below. not too gone on the way they handle on 17's all over the shop. i've landed myself a nice set of re-conditioned bbs 15" and there a dream to drive easier drift with n all
by Big_M_
Thu Sep 29, 2005 7:08 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Suspensions, what the lads think
Replies: 14
Views: 520

Karan, had the 60/40 spax adj kit before, 17's were catching the wings on full lock m8, whats the deal with these offset bushes for the m3, are they the ecentric bushes or differant ones again, cause i'm going for the powerflex kit front and rear will they come with this or what was thinking of goin...
by Big_M_
Thu Sep 29, 2005 8:50 am
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Suspensions, what the lads think
Replies: 14
Views: 520

i guess when you think about it is down to taste, will powerflex bushes and strut brace front and rear improve the handling as much as the anti roll bar upgrade as i was told that the 325i anti roll bars are pretty heavy guage from stock
by Big_M_
Wed Sep 28, 2005 8:59 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Suspensions, what the lads think
Replies: 14
Views: 520

so what do ye think lads
by Big_M_
Wed Sep 28, 2005 8:56 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: btb advantages, where to get anybody
Replies: 6
Views: 237

that hit the spot lads, nice one :banana:
by Big_M_
Wed Sep 28, 2005 12:06 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: kat
Replies: 27
Views: 1042

sorry about the repeats lads, site was telling me message was not sent oops :cheese:
by Big_M_
Wed Sep 28, 2005 12:01 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: btb advantages, where to get anybody
Replies: 6
Views: 237

btb advantages, where to get anybody

guys, whats the deal with these btb are they a good job and are they heavy on the back pocket
by Big_M_
Wed Sep 28, 2005 11:53 am
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: kat
Replies: 27
Views: 1042

Lads, just get some stainless/mild steel pipe the same diameter as your exhaust, two flanges to match the ones already on the cat, get the pipe cut to lenght, weld on the flanges remove the cat, bolt in the kat replacement piece, job done. then when your going for an MOT just do the swap. cheap and ...