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#168 of 228 Re: E36 or E46? [drummer02] by roadburner May 28, 2008 (7:36 pm)
Replying to: drummer02 (May 28, 2008 8:44 am) My last question...what is to be expected each year for maintenance? I understand that BMW parts are very expensive, as is service at a BMW dealership. Is it unsafe to use non-BMW parts? Does anyone use a non-BMW mechanic? I have a very good mechanic, but working on a Honda is like fixing a simple lawn mower!   I'd set aside $50-$75 per month for maintenance of an E36 M3(including tires). The cars are pretty simple to keep running. Oil changes are a dead easy DIY task-$50 for oil and filter. At 60K I'd replace the water pump and thermostat, and the radiator at 100K. Join BMW CCA and find a good independent BMW tech or a reasonable dealer. There are several around, if you know where to look. Me, I'm in the process of dumping a 2007 Mazdaspeed3- I'll replace it with either an E36 or E46 M3. Right now I'm leaning toward an E36 as it is relatively cheap and easy run as well as to add a few more horses(it will be my primary track toy). Plus, I love Dakar Yellow...
#169 of 228 AC Servicing by jman6 May 31, 2008 (10:09 pm)
Do any of you know how difficult it would be to repace an AC Blower motor? the dealership is charging me over 700 dollars and was wondering how hard it would be to replace myself? Replies to this message: roadburner (Jun 01, 2008 8:51 pm)
#170 of 228 Re: AC Servicing [jman6] by roadburner Jun 01, 2008 (8:51 pm)
Replying to: jman6 (May 31, 2008 10:09 pm) A decent DIY pictoral on E46 blower motor replacement can be found here. You should probably read the whole thread while you are at it. It's a fiddly and agravating job, but if you have decent tools and reasonable DIY skills you can save yourself a fair amount of money.
#171 of 228 Net tires by rpr Jun 15, 2008 (8:01 am)
I have a 98 M3 and need new tires. I have Yokohama AVS ES 100 245/40 ZR17 91W and am looking for something different. Good performance tires but I only got 12K miles out of them. Does anyone have a recommendation? I looking for a good performance tire with a little better wear. Replies to this message: roadburner (Jun 15, 2008 5:22 pm) Mr_Shiftright (Jun 15, 2008 5:25 pm) roadburner (Jun 15, 2008 5:41 pm) gmonkies (Jun 16, 2008 5:53 am)
#172 of 228 Re: Net tires [rpr] by roadburner Jun 15, 2008 (5:22 pm)
Replying to: rpr (Jun 15, 2008 8:01 am) I've had good luck with various iterations of the Kumho Ecsta. I can usually get 20K out of them. Replies to this message: Mr_Shiftright (Jun 15, 2008 5:25 pm) roadburner (Jun 15, 2008 5:41 pm)
#173 of 228 Re: Net tires [roadburner] by Mr_Shiftright HOST Jun 15, 2008 (5:25 pm)
Replying to: roadburner (Jun 15, 2008 5:22 pm) That's a fairly low-priced tire though isn't it? Replies to this message: roadburner (Jun 15, 2008 5:41 pm)
#174 of 228 Re: Net tires [Mr_Shiftright] by roadburner Jun 15, 2008 (5:41 pm)
Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Jun 15, 2008 5:25 pm) Yes, but they usually do well in the Tire Rack comparison tests as well as on the street/track. Tire Rack even ranks the MX one category higher than the ES100 tire that the OP currently runs. In any case, I suspect that fewer than one in ten driving enthusiasts could tell the difference between the Kumho Ecsta MX and a tire such as the RE 050A on the street.
#175 of 228 Re: Net tires [rpr] by gmonkies Jun 16, 2008 (5:53 am)
Replying to: rpr (Jun 15, 2008 8:01 am) when you decide on which tire you want, I might be able to ship it to you at a better price then tire rack depending on where you are located. I can definitely beat their price on tire / wheel package.
#176 of 228 e 46 m3 transmission by gmonkies Jun 16, 2008 (6:06 am)
my 01 m3 is 77K now, unless I didn't pay attention, my transimssion end did not make a "klunk" noise as frequent when I shift on normal driving. The car never got a chance to be on the track yet since I got it 4 months ago so it's hasn't been shift hard at all. The dealer inspection (before I bought it) picked up on my rear lower control arm bushing needing a replacement in a year but found nothing on tranny. Is that "klunk" noise common? or is the drvie shaft lost or something? what should I look for when I'm underneath the car to make sure everything is tight?
#177 of 228 540i suspension by gmonkies Aug 08, 2008 (12:55 am)
i got a friend with a 2000 540i sport with electronic control suspension front and rear. I know this is a m3 forum but I'm hoping someone will have an answer.   he needs new shock and was wondering if he can save some money and use "Gabriel" suspension from autozone. Is alot cheaper than OE from dealer and is made for the 540 according to autozone. the only problem is that it is without the electronic control. if it will work, will the fitment be the same as OE without modification needed? or should he avoid possible headache and just pay the money for the OE? any insight will be appreciated. Replies to this message: Mr_Shiftright (Aug 08, 2008 8:55 am) gmonkies (Aug 08, 2008 12:22 pm) kyfdx (Aug 08, 2008 12:27 pm) Mr_Shiftright (Aug 08, 2008 4:31 pm) and 4 more...

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