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BMW 5-series (E28) Forum Archive, 2002 week 06
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ANTS!!! (rant) - HBN300 23:41 2/17/2002 (5)
- I drive too fast for ants to get in :-) - Joe in NJ 13:15 2/18/2002 (0)
- Re: ANTS!!! (rant) - andyman 12:12 2/18/2002 (0)
- GOOD THING... - Bob 02:20 2/18/2002 (0)
- Wow, thats new one. Ants with good taste. - Tony - 88 535is - Phoenix, AZ. 23:49 2/17/2002 (1)
  - Sounds like another one of your nightmares! - Mark 23:54 2/17/2002 (0)
What a great weekend!!!!!!! - Tony - 88 535is - Phoenix, AZ. 23:17 2/17/2002 (7)
- May I ask where you got the bushings and how much? - Omead 88 535is 02:14 2/18/2002 (6)
  - I did the entire front end..... - Tony - 88 535is - Phoenix, AZ. 08:28 2/18/2002 (5)
    - Tony, how did the idler arm nut come off? - Paul Schnettler 09:26 2/18/2002 (1)
      - I used an electric impact gun and a box end... - Tony - 88 535is - Phoenix, AZ. 10:10 2/18/2002 (0)
    - Re: I did the entire front end..... - Dino - 88 535is 09:01 2/18/2002 (1)
      - I had my BMW shop press them in. (nt) - Tony - 88 535is - Phoenix, AZ. 09:22 2/18/2002 (0)
    - oops, here's the link (url) (nt) - Tony - 88 535is - Phoenix, AZ. 08:31 2/18/2002 (0)
F/S, e28 M5 wheels/tires (url) - Ethan Turner 23:17 2/17/2002 (0)
TC got the lights yesterday -- 100% OK! Thanks! - 2heeldrive 22:29 2/17/2002 (4)
- Glad to hear it! and Thanks for the "Plug" - TC in Germany 02:40 2/18/2002 (3)
  - Top, glad to hear you finally got a "plug" will... - Duke - 85 M535i 08:17 2/18/2002 (2)
    - Which I had one back when you work in same office - TC in Germany 10:33 2/18/2002 (1)
      - Damn, swish I could swell right. Drain Bamage. - TC in Germany 10:35 2/18/2002 (0)
Any other "Owned since new," owners out there? (nt) - Allen '86 528e 190K 22:28 2/17/2002 (6)
- Another sort of... - Carl 15:39 2/20/2002 (0)
- BTW, I think Russ C is original owner (nt) - Brad Couvillon in Louisiana 14:22 2/18/2002 (0)
- Another..."sort of" since new owner - Paul Schnettler 09:23 2/18/2002 (0)
- Another "sort of" - Lexington KY 528e 08:31 2/18/2002 (0)
- Sort of. - Brian 23:38 2/17/2002 (0)
- Somewhat. . . (url) - Brad Couvillon in Louisiana 23:19 2/17/2002 (0)
Anyone got a jack for sale? - Allen '86 528e 190K 21:52 2/17/2002 (3)
- I've got one - email me privately - James Lee 22:07 2/17/2002 (0)
- I' - James Lee 22:07 2/17/2002 (0)
- My mechanic might have one laying around... - Raj 21:56 2/17/2002 (0)
Hey Pete in Mo. ..... - Mark 21:46 2/17/2002 (1)
- Re: Hey Pete in Mo. ..... - PeteMO 06:07 2/18/2002 (0)
Front end vibration I still can't find.....help - Thom 21:12 2/17/2002 (8)
- Re: Thanks so far .......still searching - Thom 14:43 2/19/2002 (0)
- Out of round tire? - Allen '86 528e 190K 21:55 2/17/2002 (1)
  - Re: New RE950s - Thom 14:30 2/19/2002 (0)
- Have you checked tire balance? - Raj 21:50 2/17/2002 (1)
  - Re: Just balanced and rotated after 1K miles.... - Thom 14:34 2/19/2002 (0)
- Check the steering shaft joint & spline + bearings - Shawn D. 21:48 2/17/2002 (2)
  - Re: Just had all these out and ...... - Thom 14:38 2/19/2002 (1)
    - Hmm... dunno. Check Bentley or do a "yank" test. (nt) - Shawn D. 05:07 2/20/2002 (0)
Hey Wes, how's your new spoiler?? (nt) - Evan 87 535is 21:06 2/17/2002 (1)
- Good Question, Ask the Paint Shop that :( (nt) - Wes 04:12 2/18/2002 (0)
What Wheel Style is This? (pic) - Kpmcd528i 20:56 2/17/2002 (13)
- TRXs from a 6- or 7-Series (and what TCD said). (nt) - Shawn D. 21:37 2/17/2002 (10)
  - I should mention... - Kevin McD 22:30 2/17/2002 (9)
    - You just said they were 14"! DUH! R14??!?!? (nt) - Tim in NJ M535i 01:29 2/18/2002 (5)
      - Let's try again - Kevin McD 08:51 2/18/2002 (4)
        
        Are you SURE they look exactly like that? - Shawn D. 11:39 2/18/2002 (3)
        
        Re: Are you SURE they look exactly like that? (pic) - Kevin McD 12:38 2/18/2002 (2)
        
        Yep, plain 'ol 528e wheels. (nt) - Shawn D. 14:55 2/18/2002 (1)
        
        FOR SALE (pic) - Kevin McD 19:17 2/18/2002 (0)
    - You just said they were 14"! DUH! R14??!?!? (nt) - Tim in NJ M535i 01:29 2/18/2002 (0)
    - If they're 14", they're obviously not TRXs! (nt) - Shawn D. 22:34 2/17/2002 (1)
      - as I suspected... any gueses? (nt) - Kevin McD 22:57 2/17/2002 (0)
- Useless 390x165mm (nt) - TCD 20:58 2/17/2002 (0)
- sorry for the double post - Kpmcd528i 20:57 2/17/2002 (0)
Any difference between 1987 and 1988 528e? - Chas 20:52 2/17/2002 (2)
- a few... - rexmo 23:15 2/17/2002 (1)
  - also... - Will 12:22 2/18/2002 (0)
Slightly OT: Compensation for 528e use for work - James Lee 20:50 2/17/2002 (5)
- 36.5 cents per mile is the IRS standard... - Rich '88 535is 23:10 2/17/2002 (0)
- Flat mileage fee only. - Allen '86 528e 190K 22:12 2/17/2002 (2)
  - pocket the difference - Bob Sutterfield 22:25 2/17/2002 (1)
    - The Suburban will probably get me home.. - Allen '86 528e 190K 22:46 2/17/2002 (0)
- Re: Slightly OT: Compensation for 528e use for wo - PeteMO 20:59 2/17/2002 (0)
What Wheel Style is This? (pic) - Kpmcd528i 20:48 2/17/2002 (0)
OT - Need windows help! - E28 man 20:46 2/17/2002 (2)
- Check controls on your monitor (nt) - Nate in Phoenix 21:13 2/17/2002 (1)
  - Re: Check controls on your monitor (nt) - E28 man 09:42 2/18/2002 (0)
Tire size and speedo reading???? - PK 20:36 2/17/2002 (4)
- Re: Tire size and speedo reading???? - craigwatanabe 00:29 2/18/2002 (0)
- 215/60 is closest to stock diameter, so... (url) - Shawn D. 21:45 2/17/2002 (2)
  - Thanks, Shawn, ........ (url) - PK 21:50 2/17/2002 (1)
    - Hit enter too soon what I was saying..... (url) - PK 21:52 2/17/2002 (0)
ALPINA wheels for my 5'er! - Rob in NC 20:26 2/17/2002 (2)
- Oh hell no! - Raj 21:02 2/17/2002 (0)
- Missed you at the Rock today! (nt) - TCD 20:34 2/17/2002 (0)
Armor-all Wipes, throttle body - Nate in Phoenix 20:14 2/17/2002 (9)
- Box is throttle switch. Also, Armor All caveat - RonW 20:35 2/17/2002 (8)
  - Re: Box is throttle switch. Also, Armor All caveat - Nate in Phoenix 21:10 2/17/2002 (1)
    - LOL Nate, I use power steering fluid when i brush - 1982 528e rustbucket 22:41 2/17/2002 (0)
  - If not Armor All, then what? - Dominik 20:57 2/17/2002 (5)
    - PLEASE say you don't use Armorall on Leather! - Shawn D. 21:40 2/17/2002 (2)
      - Re: PLEASE say you don't use Armorall on Leather! - Dominik 00:15 2/18/2002 (1)
        
        No, not accusing you personally, but... (url) - Shawn D. 07:10 2/18/2002 (0)
    - Re: If not Armor All, then what? (url) - RonW 21:33 2/17/2002 (1)
      - My vote goes to Vinylex! (nt) - Shawn D. 21:38 2/17/2002 (0)
anybody need a deck lid? - PeteMO 20:02 2/17/2002 (2)
- Me! Me! Me! Me! Pick Me!!!!! - Tony - 88 535is - Phoenix, AZ. 21:51 2/17/2002 (1)
  - You got it Toyota...;-) (nt) - PeteMO 06:09 2/18/2002 (0)
ETK CD Request - Kpmcd528i 19:55 2/17/2002 (0)
starter removal - 1982 528e rustbucket 19:41 2/17/2002 (1)
- sure - TJ 12:56 2/18/2002 (0)
If I were to find a 535 at a junk yard.... - Alexis M-1988 535is 19:35 2/17/2002 (4)
- I need the cover to the diag port. Thanks (nt) - Darin S. 00:09 2/18/2002 (1)
  - Darin, I used a 35mm film canister &... - Dave in Dallas 09:51 2/18/2002 (0)
- Working OE jack - Allen '86 528e 190K 22:15 2/17/2002 (0)
- What I need... - Raj 20:24 2/17/2002 (0)
info and advice....? - jim in sd 19:24 2/17/2002 (9)
- Save all the screws, etc in a ziplock bad (more) - Mike C. Dinan 5er 21:14 2/17/2002 (0)
- Jim, I can scan the instructions from the factory - Craig 20:19 2/17/2002 (2)
  - craig,...that would be great...!!!! - jim in sd 21:37 2/17/2002 (1)
    - Give me til midnight...I've got to get the wife - Craig 21:50 2/17/2002 (0)
- Jim, you have spoiler or not? (nt) - Dave in Dallas 19:28 2/17/2002 (3)
  - dave,............ - jim in sd 19:35 2/17/2002 (2)
    - Jim...there's one on ebay right now... - PeteMO 19:36 2/17/2002 (1)
      - thanks pete..!! - jim in sd 19:39 2/17/2002 (0)
- Re: info and advice....? - M. LaGoy 19:28 2/17/2002 (0)
Interior light delay relay - Mike W. 19:17 2/17/2002 (6)
- Re: Interior light delay relay - Allen '86 528e 190K 19:57 2/17/2002 (5)
  - Location - Mike W. 21:14 2/17/2002 (0)
  - Re: Interior light delay relay - Jim Butterworth 20:06 2/17/2002 (3)
    - How did you place colors in your response? - Allen '86 528e 190K 21:18 2/17/2002 (2)
      - View Source in your browser and all will be clear - RonW 22:35 2/17/2002 (1)
        
        ...or look at the message in your reply window (nt) - Jim Butterworth 11:52 2/18/2002 (0)
Boys from DFW comin' to Charlotte. My friend... - Dave in Dallas 19:02 2/17/2002 (15)
- Re: Boys from DFW comin' to Charlotte. My friend.. - andyman 12:14 2/18/2002 (0)
- After Shawn inspects y'all for smuggled yankees, (url) - Bob C WNC 85 635 07:14 2/18/2002 (0)
- Got an ETA for passing through Occupied Atlanta? - Shawn D. 22:23 2/17/2002 (1)
  - Re: Got an ETA for passing through Occupied Atlant - Rusty 23:02 2/17/2002 (0)
- On I-20 you'll be passing Augusta, GA (more) - Allen '86 528e 190K 21:28 2/17/2002 (1)
  - Allen, thanks much! I'll note your numbers &... - Dave in Dallas 21:45 2/17/2002 (0)
- Does your trip take you through MO? - PeteMO 19:35 2/17/2002 (2)
  - Nope, unfortunately. But I have been known to... - Dave in Dallas 21:16 2/17/2002 (1)
    - Down under, left means right & vice versa, right? (nt) - Brad Couvillon in Louisiana 00:08 2/18/2002 (0)
- Does your trip take you through MO? - PeteMO 19:34 2/17/2002 (0)
- How close to north Louisiana will y'all go? (url) - Brad Couvillon in Louisiana 19:30 2/17/2002 (2)
  - Brad, I-20 all the way from Columbia, SC... (url) - Dave in Dallas 19:34 2/17/2002 (1)
    - Awesome! I-20's right out my back door!!! - Brad Couvillon in Louisiana 23:34 2/17/2002 (0)
- My wife is out of town so.. - TCD 19:11 2/17/2002 (1)
  - That's great! I'll bring that CD I scanned for U. - Dave in Dallas 19:41 2/17/2002 (0)
clutch bracket/firewall problem - glc 18:53 2/17/2002 (0)
ny area cca meeting great turn out on saturday .. - derrick 18:50 2/17/2002 (0)
Salvage Yard Trip Yesterday... - Dave in Dallas 18:11 2/17/2002 (19)
- I'd sure like... - Allen '86 528e 190K 21:48 2/17/2002 (0)
- Re: Salvage Yard Trip Yesterday... - Alexis M-1988 535is 18:57 2/17/2002 (2)
  - I can get the grill piece for you. The fog lights - Dave in Dallas 19:07 2/17/2002 (1)
    - Are the fogs the same as on an e24? - PeteMO 19:32 2/17/2002 (0)
- Luck ain't no good if ya don't use it... - PeteMO 18:56 2/17/2002 (5)
  - Re: Luck ain't no good if ya don't use it... - Mark 20:55 2/17/2002 (0)
  - Sorry Pete, these are tan and dirty, but I'll keep - Dave in Dallas 19:05 2/17/2002 (3)
    - Cool! Thanks a bunch....I'm in Big D week after - PeteMO 19:31 2/17/2002 (2)
      - Great, I'm travelin' that week too. Let's... - Dave in Dallas 19:37 2/17/2002 (1)
        
        Roger that. (nt) - PeteMO 20:03 2/17/2002 (0)
- Re: Salvage Yard Trip Yesterday... - derrick 18:35 2/17/2002 (0)
- Re: Salvage Yard Trip Yesterday... - a 18:26 2/17/2002 (5)
  - Use 320i blower - Mike W. 19:10 2/17/2002 (1)
    - Re: Use 320i blower - a 08:35 2/18/2002 (0)
  - Re: Salvage Yard Trip Yesterday... - M. LaGoy 18:36 2/17/2002 (2)
    - e28 help..... - M. LaGoy 19:30 2/17/2002 (1)
      - Re: e28 help..... - Mike W. 21:21 2/17/2002 (0)
- Re: Salvage Yard Trip Yesterday... - a 18:25 2/17/2002 (1)
  - I'll check. Is there a relatively easy way to... - Dave in Dallas 18:30 2/17/2002 (0)
Rockingham Drag Results (pic) - TCD 17:16 2/17/2002 (19)
- 0-60 in 6.7sec - Jay-z 00:20 2/18/2002 (1)
  - Are you sure you got 14.2? - Raj 01:02 2/18/2002 (0)
- I am not a Drag racer, but.... - Randall 22:57 2/17/2002 (1)
  - Definately Randall, We were told if you go on a... - Brad in N.C. 09:08 2/18/2002 (0)
- Darnit!! I was in Va... (url) - Rob in NC 20:36 2/17/2002 (0)
- The day, the way I saw it. - Duke - 85 M535i 20:08 2/17/2002 (10)
  - Flight Physical? Who do you fly for Duke? - CraigC 21:50 2/17/2002 (5)
    - I'm an AH-64 Apache pilot, I fly for you........ - Duke - 85 M535i 08:01 2/18/2002 (0)
    - The new AH-DESK with numerous stores - TC in Germany 02:47 2/18/2002 (1)
      - Be nice Top...that was funny though (nt) - Duke - 85 M535i 08:03 2/18/2002 (0)
    - Duke,...slick or gunship...? - jim in sd 22:06 2/17/2002 (0)
    - NWA?!? They broke up years ago and... - Raj 21:54 2/17/2002 (0)
  - Duke, IMHO you're car is ALOT faster than that... - Raj 20:41 2/17/2002 (3)
    - The no traction in 1st and even spinning in...... - Duke - 85 M535i 08:12 2/18/2002 (0)
    - Re: Duke, IMHO you're car is ALOT faster than that - TCD 20:57 2/17/2002 (1)
      - You could be right... - Raj 21:17 2/17/2002 (0)
- Alot of fun once we started to figure out how to - Brad in N.C. 18:46 2/17/2002 (1)
  - Todd, we will definately hit Mooresville &Thanks - again!!!! Brad in N.C. 18:55 2/17/2002 (0)
- 0-60 in around 7.5 - 8 seconds? Compare times. (url) - Brian 18:27 2/17/2002 (0)
85 524TD Auto to Manual Swap - Terry in Vancouver 16:59 2/17/2002 (3)
- Someone please correct me if I'm wrong, but... - Raj 01:30 2/18/2002 (2)
  - All that is right. 3 trans used on E28: 260/5, 265 - and 260/6 Brian 20:27 2/18/2002 (0)
  - 260/5 is the early one, '83-84 (nt) (nt) - TJ 13:27 2/18/2002 (0)
My website is down until further notice - Todd Kenyon 16:58 2/17/2002 (0)
Sway bars which ones should I go with 88 535IS???? - peter 16:52 2/17/2002 (1)
- I like the 25/19 ST bars, especially for the $$ nt - Bob 20:08 2/17/2002 (0)
Anybody have e46 wheels on their e28? - PeteMO 15:26 2/17/2002 (9)
- Saw a gold e28 with those wheels @ S. coast plaza. - Will 12:28 2/18/2002 (0)
- Now why would you want to do something like that? - Raj 20:49 2/17/2002 (1)
  - A couple reasons... - PeteMO 20:55 2/17/2002 (0)
- At least one person does. (pic) - Shawn D. 17:50 2/17/2002 (4)
  - Re: At least one person does. - J / 535i and 528e (love em both) 23:43 2/17/2002 (0)
  - How to help the wheel well appearance. (pic) - Allen '86 528e 190K 21:42 2/17/2002 (1)
    - I used lots of elbow grease and... (url) (pic) - Shawn D. 07:14 2/18/2002 (0)
  - Boy, they look great! - PeteMO 18:09 2/17/2002 (0)
- Re: Anybody have e46 wheels on their e28? - peter 16:56 2/17/2002 (0)
FS 6 spoke Borbets w/Pirelli P7 225/50/16 $600 - peter 14:23 2/17/2002 (3)
- Look kinda like this? (pic) (nt) - Tim325i 16:57 2/17/2002 (1)
  - Thanks Tim you're the man! - peter 17:04 2/17/2002 (0)
- Correction I have a pic of what they look like - peter 14:34 2/17/2002 (0)
For Sale-"is" front headrest - Joe in NJ 13:41 2/17/2002 (0)
Pete in MO - Got the wish list yet? (nt) - TC in Germany 12:54 2/17/2002 (1)
- Re: Pete in MO - Got the wish list yet? - PeteMO 15:28 2/17/2002 (0)
wiring harness for 79 735, (528e would work?) - charlieNC 12:46 2/17/2002 (1)
- Re: wiring harness for 79 735, (528e would work?) - Brandon 13:01 2/17/2002 (0)
TSB's, how to get aold of them?... - Dave in Dallas 12:33 2/17/2002 (4)
- Re: TSB's, how to get aold of them?... - Mike 11:58 2/18/2002 (0)
- Re: TSB's, how to get aold of them?... - fredl 09:20 2/18/2002 (0)
- Oops ! Didn't read your entire message - TC in Germany 13:37 2/17/2002 (0)
- Try these guys ................ (url) (nt) - TC in Germany 13:36 2/17/2002 (0)
Thanks, Shawn D. - 85 Dave 12:32 2/17/2002 (1)
- You're welcome! Glad the technique worked for you. (nt) - Shawn D. 17:35 2/17/2002 (0)
Hey TC, what date are you coming thru Dallas... - Dave in Dallas 12:28 2/17/2002 (1)
- End of June and again in middle of July. - TC in Germany 12:52 2/17/2002 (0)
What other BMW stering wheels swap into an '84 e28 (nt) - Karl S. 12:25 2/17/2002 (0)
NEED HELP ASAP PLEASE!!! - Dakar Doug 12:24 2/17/2002 (2)
- Most ground wires are brown. (More...) - RonW 14:28 2/17/2002 (0)
- Thanks for the help, problem fixed - Dakar Doug 14:17 2/17/2002 (0)
Wider 14" tire to replace stock - Jean - 85 528e 79k 12:12 2/17/2002 (2)
- I used to run 215/60/14 on my 528e - Tim325i 16:59 2/17/2002 (0)
- Re: Wider 14" tire to replace stock - Gordon L 15:36 2/17/2002 (0)
Fine-Finned Radiator Number. Here's... - Dave in Dallas 12:04 2/17/2002 (0)
Anybody have a Factory Manual that... - Dave in Dallas 11:04 2/17/2002 (14)
- Craig - any chance of a copy e-mail ? (nt) - Jim Butterworth 20:10 2/17/2002 (2)
  - On it's way...... - Craig 20:22 2/17/2002 (1)
    - Got it, many thanks (nt) - Jim Butterworth 11:55 2/18/2002 (0)
- Dave...I'm scanning the manual now..... - Craig 12:29 2/17/2002 (1)
  - EGGGcellent! Thanks! (nt) - Dave in Dallas 12:39 2/17/2002 (0)
- Hint-put the glass cover in last, with the ass up (nt) - TC in Germany 11:25 2/17/2002 (8)
  - So, I should stand on my head? (nt) - Dave in Dallas 11:53 2/17/2002 (7)
    - Well, it is called a "MOON" roof. (nt) - TC in Germany 12:16 2/17/2002 (6)
      - You know, I am just the kind of guy who would... - Dave in Dallas 12:25 2/17/2002 (5)
        
        That must be why it smells in Germany on hot days - TC in Germany 12:53 2/17/2002 (0)
        
        Trust me... - PeteMO 12:35 2/17/2002 (3)
        
        I shoulda known U've been there. Any pics? (nt) - Dave in Dallas 12:38 2/17/2002 (2)
        
        Dave, that is one nasty assed picture... - PeteMO 14:03 2/17/2002 (1)
        
        I'll bet the local police have the negative. (nt) - Dave in Dallas 14:14 2/17/2002 (0)
Fuse box switch? From bullet-type to push in? - Joe 08:53 2/17/2002 (5)
- A new, clean fusebox + Ox-Gard will work very well (url) - Brandon 12:09 2/17/2002 (0)
- I used this solution on my 528e but it was... (url) - DGM Calgary 10:36 2/17/2002 (0)
- No. (url) (pic) - Brandon 10:12 2/17/2002 (2)
  - Re: No. - Joe 10:22 2/17/2002 (1)
    - Re: No. - a 08:42 2/18/2002 (0)
Free E39 15" wheels/tires in MA (not mine) (url) - Drew Zacharda 08:02 2/17/2002 (0)
That poor defenceless M5 (pic) - Ryan 04:48 2/17/2002 (3)
- Was this from the "nice" lady in the cadilac? (nt) - Karl S. 13:15 2/17/2002 (0)
- don't worry.... - chuck 05:07 2/17/2002 (0)
- don't worry.... - chuck 05:06 2/17/2002 (0)
E28 are crap - Bmw's suck 04:38 2/17/2002 (24)
- Bring that rice sewing machine on - JMD535is 12:37 2/19/2002 (0)
- yup honda's make great rice, yum! BMW's suck at (nt) - that 00:34 2/18/2002 (0)
- WHY ANSWER A TROLL?? NT - Bob 20:10 2/17/2002 (0)
- True genius........ - peter 17:35 2/17/2002 (0)
- some 1 is having fun with you all/ need more pics (nt) - BillR 15:25 2/17/2002 (0)
- It is obvious you are a "short grain" Riceboy - Brandon 14:44 2/17/2002 (0)
- Actually, most Hondas are as American as GM.. - 1982 528e rustbucket 14:35 2/17/2002 (0)
- I would rather push a E28 then drive a RICER! (url) (pic) - Erik C. 13:14 2/17/2002 (3)
  - ROTFLMAO!! - Mark 16:59 2/17/2002 (0)
  - Now that's funny! (nt) - Karl S. 13:22 2/17/2002 (1)
    - Just testing! (pic) (nt) - Karl S. 13:29 2/17/2002 (0)
- Typical juvenile High School comment... - billMN 13:02 2/17/2002 (0)
- Hack IP 216.62.201.197 - Doug PNW 87-535is 12:55 2/17/2002 (0)
- Austin, TX .. Your neighborhood Dave - TC in Germany 12:22 2/17/2002 (0)
- Notice how the wimps are scared to show email addr (nt) - TC in Germany 12:19 2/17/2002 (0)
- He's right! - Karl S. 12:15 2/17/2002 (0)
- Re: He was smoked by a BMW recently so he's po'd - Fam-Houston 12:07 2/17/2002 (0)
- Some people need to grow up and get a life. - PK 10:29 2/17/2002 (0)
- Spoken like a true moron... - Zack Lozoff 10:14 2/17/2002 (0)
- Watch out, a drive-by Ricing! (nt) - Dave in Dallas 10:04 2/17/2002 (1)
  - I'm still spitting out grains from the last one:') - PK 10:31 2/17/2002 (0)
- Do they speak English in What? - rexmo 09:47 2/17/2002 (1)
  - Say "What?" one more time! - Greg T 11:26 2/17/2002 (0)
- uhhh yeah, so does that make you a gay fool ;) ? - tigerdude 05:40 2/17/2002 (0)
steering wheel - 1982 528e rustbucket 02:50 2/17/2002 (3)
- Re: steering wheel - Tony Wu 23:15 2/17/2002 (0)
- Re: steering wheel - Ryan 03:15 2/17/2002 (1)
  - DON'T FORGET.... - PeteMO 10:48 2/17/2002 (0)
Electrical related q's for 88 535is - Klaus 02:47 2/17/2002 (2)
- Bulbs are in switches. Most use Bentley manual... (url) - RonW 15:04 2/17/2002 (1)
  - Thanks Ron (url) - Klaus 11:10 2/18/2002 (0)
Electrical related q's - Klaus 02:46 2/17/2002 (0)
Serious inside tire wear? - Dean 02:10 2/17/2002 (1)
- On which tires? - Shawn D. 17:56 2/17/2002 (0)
John at SoCal, is there a 5er fest tomorrow in SD? - Omead 88 535is 01:49 2/17/2002 (2)
- March 17th. St. Patrics Day. Mission Beach. (nt) - Tony - 88 535is - Phoenix, AZ. 09:53 2/17/2002 (0)
- I think it's MARCH 17th not February 17th......eom - ron535i 02:23 2/17/2002 (0)
528e auto trans problem - Neil 01:16 2/17/2002 (2)
- don`t put it off!!!$$$$ - kevinaz85 528/ 180,000 21:51 2/17/2002 (0)
- Re: 528e auto trans problem - TJ 14:09 2/17/2002 (0)
Details for DIY CSB fix (long) ? - paul 00:55 2/17/2002 (0)
E34 Wheels on a E 28 - OB in VA 00:38 2/17/2002 (1)
- Yes, both have 20mm offset. No problem. - Ethan Turner 01:57 2/17/2002 (0)
I had a nightmare about my car being altered..... (pic) (nt) - Tony - 88 535is - Phoenix, AZ. 00:37 2/17/2002 (6)
- Re: I had a nightmare about my car being altered.. - Jerry in Tucson 13:02 2/17/2002 (0)
- now how do you expect me to sleep tonight!!! nt - andyrum 09:04 2/17/2002 (0)
- Then I had another.... (pic) - Tony - 88 535is - Phoenix, AZ. 00:40 2/17/2002 (3)
  - I could use that rear glass if the defog works :-) - Joe in NJ 15:23 2/17/2002 (0)
  - AAAAAAAAAaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! - Karl S. 13:19 2/17/2002 (0)
  - Love the Rims! cheap roof rack though! (nt) - Omead 88 535is 01:26 2/17/2002 (0)
Where can I find basic engine specs of the E28s? - Rob Marsh '89 325i 00:23 2/17/2002 (1)
- Re: Where can I find basic engine specs of the E28 - TJ 14:21 2/17/2002 (0)
Is Stock Thermostat 80 Degree C/172 Deg F???? - David 86 535 5sp 00:01 2/17/2002 (2)
- Factory thermostat is 80 deg or 176 deg F. (nt) - Gordon L 00:55 2/17/2002 (0)
- 80 is the hot one (nt) - Doug PNW 87-535is 00:06 2/17/2002 (0)
Ha! Check this out... (url) - Raj 23:59 2/16/2002 (1)
- I bet they only (!) weigh 40 lbs. each! (nt) - Shawn D. 17:59 2/17/2002 (0)
enjoyable viewing,..hehehe (url) - jim in sd 23:29 2/16/2002 (0)
enjoyable viewing,..hehehe (url) - jim in sd 23:28 2/16/2002 (3)
- I have a sudden craving for a black m5 (nt) - Nate in Phoenix 03:54 2/17/2002 (0)
- Jim, link doesn't work. - Tony - 88 535is - Phoenix, AZ. 23:56 2/16/2002 (1)
  - go to www.2002.bmw.com and (url) - Raj 00:00 2/17/2002 (0)
Woo Hoo - new addition to my Bimmer family - James Lee 22:54 2/16/2002 (1)
- Re: Woo Hoo - new addition to my Bimmer family - andyrum 09:10 2/17/2002 (0)
What's a fair price for... - James Lee 22:51 2/16/2002 (1)
- Re: What's a fair price for... - doninportland 00:18 2/17/2002 (0)
What's it take to liposuction bumpers? (nt) - Mike '87 535is Atlanta 22:46 2/16/2002 (1)
- Re: What's it take to liposuction bumpers? - Allen '86 528e 190K 23:03 2/16/2002 (0)
PLEASE help with carfax ! - Dan 22:42 2/16/2002 (0)
Warning-BMP Floor Mats will melt! - Allen '86 528e 190K 22:27 2/16/2002 (2)
- They aren't called "trouble lights" for no reason! - Get a florescent! Brian 12:07 2/17/2002 (0)
- Re: Warning-BMP Floor Mats will melt! - 2heeldrive 00:29 2/17/2002 (0)
Can't remove steering wheel nut. - Allen '86 528e 190K 22:19 2/16/2002 (10)
- breaker bar with extension - Bob Sutterfield 22:24 2/16/2002 (2)
  - Possible to damage steering wheel lock? - Allen '86 528e 190K 22:29 2/16/2002 (1)
    - Yes you can break the lock - Mike W. 01:57 2/17/2002 (0)
- It's a locknut. Liquid Wrench might help, but... - Shawn D. 22:24 2/16/2002 (3)
  - To gain access to replace flasher. - Allen '86 528e 190K 22:31 2/16/2002 (2)
    - Do you mean turn signal relay? If so,... - Shawn D. 22:45 2/16/2002 (1)
      - Thanks! (more) - Allen '86 528e 190K 22:57 2/16/2002 (0)
- Re: Can't remove steering wheel nut. - Brian Watson 22:21 2/16/2002 (2)
  - Using 1/2 inch ratchet (more) - Allen '86 528e 190K 22:36 2/16/2002 (1)
    - Re: Using 1/2 inch ratchet (more) - mike m 16:59 2/17/2002 (0)
Hydraulic fluid on driver side floor!!!!!?? - Leaky in Seattle 22:02 2/16/2002 (6)
- Re: Hydraulic fluid on driver side floor!!!!!?? - Brian Watson 22:25 2/16/2002 (0)
- Hydraulic clutch master cylinder? - RonW 22:21 2/16/2002 (0)
- Re: Hydraulic fluid on driver side floor!!!!!?? - Dave in SD 22:13 2/16/2002 (1)
  - Same thing on mine - Craig 533i (in Seattle) 02:35 2/17/2002 (0)
- You have a 99 8 Series? - Joe in NJ 22:07 2/16/2002 (1)
  - Yessir , 850Ci 326 hp V12 5.4l - Leaky in Seattle 23:22 2/16/2002 (0)
aaaaaaaaarrrrghhhhhhhhhhh........... - jim in sd 22:01 2/16/2002 (6)
- Whats da matta? - Jeff LaBontePettyGordon 23:35 2/16/2002 (0)
- quick question .... - jim in sd 23:06 2/16/2002 (0)
- Re: aaaaaaaaarrrrghhhhhhhhhhh........... - Dominik 22:52 2/16/2002 (0)
- If I hear "Rubbin' is Racin" one more time........ - Pete W. 22:49 2/16/2002 (0)
- NASCAR fans outnumber us. - Allen '86 528e 190K 22:14 2/16/2002 (0)
- Yes, it does. guess I'll just have to start.... - Tony - 88 535is - Phoenix, AZ. 22:14 2/16/2002 (0)
opinions on 205 vs 225 16" tires, please - Christian 21:31 2/16/2002 (7)
- 215/50/16 is the perfect size - Tim325i 17:04 2/17/2002 (0)
- Re: opinions on 205 vs 225 16" tires, please - rabmw 06:43 2/17/2002 (0)
- Re:Avon Tires - RSC88e28 22:19 2/16/2002 (2)
  - Alpina wheels have staggered offset:don't mix size - rabmw 06:46 2/17/2002 (0)
  - Re:Avon Tires - Christian 22:29 2/16/2002 (0)
- oops-M5 wheels are 7.5" x 16" (nt) (nt) - Christian 21:33 2/16/2002 (0)
- 225/50/16 this is the size to go with - peter 21:33 2/16/2002 (0)
idle control valve from a 535i to a 533i? (long) - Mark 21:06 2/16/2002 (4)
- Re: It's not compatable, the 533i valve is - Rich '83 533i Houston 07:54 2/17/2002 (0)
- What I did... - Kitster 533i Boise, ID 21:31 2/16/2002 (0)
- How about the penny trick? - Craig 533i (in Seattle) 21:21 2/16/2002 (1)
  - 1/4" hole... (nt) - Mark - Madison WI 08:56 2/18/2002 (0)
Whats the best way to remove the center tie... - Tony - 88 535is - Phoenix, AZ. 20:56 2/16/2002 (1)
- I got it. (nt) - Tony - 88 535is - Phoenix, AZ. 21:45 2/16/2002 (0)
ShawnD - wheel offset - ronn 20:43 2/16/2002 (2)
- Sorry, I don't know. Perhaps the 2002 board will. (nt) - Shawn D. 21:12 2/16/2002 (1)
  - 2002's are 4-bolt;later wheels are 5x120mm.but, - rabmw 06:51 2/17/2002 (0)
Ideas for a kick butt stereo system? - Jay-z 20:14 2/16/2002 (2)
- There's a wealth of info in the archives. - Allen '86 528e 190K 23:20 2/16/2002 (0)
- Re: Ideas for a kick butt stereo system? - andyman 20:37 2/16/2002 (0)
3.46 Limited Slip Differential - John 19:51 2/16/2002 (1)
- Re: 3.46 Limited Slip Differential - rabmw 06:52 2/17/2002 (0)
Replacing power steering hose? - ScottM 19:05 2/16/2002 (3)
- Is it the hosw leaking? (more) - CraigC 22:10 2/17/2002 (0)
- Which hose? - Mike W. 21:05 2/16/2002 (0)
- Use the OEM hose, others breakdown yearly. (nt) - Keith F 19:16 2/16/2002 (0)
533 Thrust arm bushings, sorry for the double post - Sluf2 18:45 2/16/2002 (3)
- You have to mill down the 750 bushing to fit... (url) - Ed 18:52 2/16/2002 (1)
  - Thanks Ed, I'll get my calipers out (nt) - Sluf2 19:36 2/16/2002 (0)
- Use Paul Grey bushings..... (url) - Tony - 88 535is - Phoenix, AZ. 18:49 2/16/2002 (0)
533 Thrust arm bushings (nt) - Sluf2 18:39 2/16/2002 (0)
results of my compression test - bedros 18:33 2/16/2002 (8)
- Re: results of my compression test - Willem Terpstra 06:13 2/17/2002 (0)
- Park - Neutral.... No difference I think... - Lars BendOr e12z 22:43 2/16/2002 (0)
- Was the engine warmed up? - Mike W. 21:09 2/16/2002 (2)
  - Re: Was the engine warmed up? - bedros 21:19 2/16/2002 (1)
    - Throttle open is correct (nt) - Mike W. 01:10 2/17/2002 (0)
- 10% acceptable-some say 15...High readings??? - Lars BendOr e12z 19:24 2/16/2002 (1)
  - Re: 10% acceptable-some say 15...High readings??? - bedros 19:34 2/16/2002 (0)
- Re: results of my compression test - bedros 18:34 2/16/2002 (0)
All Rockingham attendies............ - Duke - 85 M535i 18:18 2/16/2002 (0)
Just finished my 3:73LSD..going for a drive...... (nt) - Tony - 88 535is - Phoenix, AZ. 18:04 2/16/2002 (10)
- oh yes..........!!!! - jim in sd 23:13 2/16/2002 (0)
- Auto or manual - ScottM 19:13 2/16/2002 (3)
  - it is a manual for now. 5spd is next - Tony - 88 535is - Phoenix, AZ. 19:22 2/16/2002 (2)
    - What is it, a 4 speed manual?!? - Brian 21:32 2/16/2002 (1)
      - Sniffing too much brake clean I guess. - Tony - 88 535is - Phoenix, AZ. 21:45 2/16/2002 (0)
- Wooooo Hooooooo! Woke that bit#!h right up!!!! - Tony - 88 535is - Phoenix, AZ. 18:45 2/16/2002 (4)
  - What's your RPM's at 60mph with the new diff? (nt) - dab 23:16 2/16/2002 (0)
  - Seat of the pants rating - Mike W. 21:13 2/16/2002 (2)
    - I would say A WHOLE LOT - Tony - 88 535is - Phoenix, AZ. 21:52 2/16/2002 (1)
      - Thanks for the info, - Mike W. 01:13 2/17/2002 (0)
Hint on rear headrest! - Joe in NJ 18:04 2/16/2002 (0)
302 x 28 brake upgrade for sale (url) - Mark W. 16:11 2/16/2002 (0)
Now HERE'S a valvecover! (pic) - Mark DeDionisio-88 535is, Erie PA 15:43 2/16/2002 (6)
- One word........VELVETA...no more comment (nt) - Duke - 85 M535i 18:01 2/16/2002 (0)
- Duke, bow down and Pay homage! The... - Dave in Dallas 17:07 2/16/2002 (0)
- Ugly as sin, but that's a M6 on M5. (nt) - Tony - 88 535is - Phoenix, AZ. 15:58 2/16/2002 (3)
  - I meant "M6 not M5"...ooops. - Tony - 88 535is - Phoenix, AZ. 16:02 2/16/2002 (2)
    - Re: I meant "M6 not M5"...ooops. - Todd Kenyon 18:13 2/16/2002 (1)
      - Ahh yes...the forward tilt hood threw me.... - Tony - 88 535is - Phoenix, AZ. 18:55 2/16/2002 (0)
Thanks �gent99! (pic) - Gary Ray 15:32 2/16/2002 (1)
- It does'nt look . . . - Doug PNW 87-535is 16:55 2/16/2002 (0)
Rear Headrests FOR SALE - Ken 15:23 2/16/2002 (0)
AC Schnitzer steering wheel - Tanner01 15:13 2/16/2002 (0)
Performance bug(s) now squashed... - John at SoCal Beach 15:09 2/16/2002 (0)
anyone need a blue, power non-sports interior? - ...tom 14:52 2/16/2002 (1)
- and they're gone..... - ...tom 16:32 2/16/2002 (0)
Carfax please,Thanks - Dan 14:42 2/16/2002 (0)
Fuse box switch? From bullet-type to push in? - Joe 14:05 2/16/2002 (0)
Post-valve adj. update (and comments on mechanic (url) - expectations) . . . Brad C in Louisiana 13:52 2/16/2002 (5)
- Re: Post-valve adj. update (and comments on mechan (url) - David 86 535 5sp 23:39 2/16/2002 (0)
- In defense... although I have suffered same. - Lars BendOr e12z 19:35 2/16/2002 (0)
- Re: Post-valve adj. update (and comments on mechan - Dino - 88 535is 17:07 2/16/2002 (1)
  - Absolutely. And this guy's a pretty honest guy. - Brad Couvillon in Louisiana 18:08 2/16/2002 (0)
- It's okay for us to make mistakes... (url) - John at SoCal Beach 15:31 2/16/2002 (0)
What weight motor oil should I use? - Omead 88 535is 13:25 2/16/2002 (15)
- Amsoil 10W40, No Fram (url) - Don Stevens 14:47 2/17/2002 (0)
- Mobil 1, 15-50. (more) - Ethan Turner 01:54 2/17/2002 (0)
- Use 15w50 and... - Raj 23:19 2/16/2002 (0)
- What I Use & Oil Terminology - Shawn D. 15:52 2/16/2002 (4)
  - Shawn, I've been wanting to ask you this. - Dino - 88 535is 17:10 2/16/2002 (3)
    - Well, my business card says... (long) - Shawn D. 20:07 2/16/2002 (2)
      - Re: Well, my business card says... (long) - Dino - 88 535is 14:55 2/17/2002 (0)
      - please don't tell us any more or you might have to - andyrum 09:52 2/17/2002 (0)
- Are you already using Mobil 1..? - John at SoCal Beach 14:46 2/16/2002 (4)
  - Again, thanks for your help guys! But there's so - Omead 88 535is 15:27 2/16/2002 (3)
    - I switched to Mobil 1last year at 93K, no problem. - Gordon L 15:44 2/16/2002 (0)
    - Are you referring to the myth about.... - Gary Ray 15:36 2/16/2002 (1)
      - Re: Are you referring to the myth about.... - bedros 11:22 2/17/2002 (0)
- I also live in LA, so with the hot weather is ther - Omead 88 535is 14:05 2/16/2002 (0)
- Re: What weight motor oil should I use? - Gordon L 13:59 2/16/2002 (0)
Avon ZZ1 tires - RSC88e28 13:22 2/16/2002 (1)
- Re: Avon ZZ1 tires - rabmw 15:18 2/16/2002 (0)
How much trouble would it be to..... - g 12:56 2/16/2002 (0)
Screwed by Bavarian Auto Recycling - Fanatic 11:32 2/16/2002 (20)
- I (we) stopped using them a LONG time ago... - dang 00:19 2/18/2002 (0)
- There's plenty of other places to buy parts...nt - Catfish 20:36 2/17/2002 (0)
- I recommend Double02 Salvage in Hayward CA (url) - Scottie 23:49 2/16/2002 (0)
- Re: Screwed by Bavarian Auto Recycling - Brian Watson 22:45 2/16/2002 (1)
  - Re: Screwed by Bavarian Auto Recycling - Karl S. 11:53 2/17/2002 (0)
- Take it up with your credit card company. - Rich '88 535is 18:54 2/16/2002 (0)
- SIMPLE- WE ALL BOYCOT THEM. ALL OF US. MORE - Tim M535i NJ 14:42 2/16/2002 (1)
  - Thanks (nt) - Fanatic 22:43 2/16/2002 (0)
- Report it to the Better Business Dudes (url) (nt) - Doug PNW 87-535is 13:15 2/16/2002 (0)
- Did you pay by credit card? - Karl S. 13:10 2/16/2002 (1)
  - yes I did and have started the process (nt) - Fanatic 22:42 2/16/2002 (0)
- My problems with them... - Karl S. 13:02 2/16/2002 (2)
  - Re: My problems with them... - andyman 13:11 2/16/2002 (1)
    - Re: My problems with them... - Karl S. 13:53 2/16/2002 (0)
- They've always treated me right but - Frank 12:49 2/16/2002 (0)
- they wont get any more customers from this board! - Alexis M--535is 12:47 2/16/2002 (0)
- OMG! They're every where on Roundel (nt) - thanks for the info 12:35 2/16/2002 (1)
  - There everywhere on ebay too... more - Fanatic 22:47 2/16/2002 (0)
- I heard other horrors aboutBavarian Auto Recycling - Scottie 85_535i 84_745i San Jose CA 12:35 2/16/2002 (0)
- I feel for ya' (nt) - dab 12:26 2/16/2002 (0)
R/Ring Rad and H2O pump--anything else? - dab 10:46 2/16/2002 (4)
- Re: R/Ring Rad and H2O pump--anything else? - MartyinSeattle 22:09 2/16/2002 (0)
- anything else? yep - Doug PNW 87-535is 13:17 2/16/2002 (1)
  - Thx. But why new bolts?? - dab 18:01 2/16/2002 (0)
- Sorry... r/r rad on an 1987 535i. - dab 10:47 2/16/2002 (0)
Do you guys think that the E28 will... (url) - T800 10:19 2/16/2002 (5)
- M5 - possibly, M6, 6 - Series - see this months - Mike C. Dinan 5er 19:48 2/16/2002 (0)
- Only if we start sending large numbers to crusher (nt) - Lars BendOr e12z 19:39 2/16/2002 (0)
- Maybe cult vs classic...because - Keith F 12:27 2/16/2002 (2)
  - Not everyone wanted a VW Beetle. Now look... - RonW 15:23 2/16/2002 (0)
  - I agree, will never be a "classic" - Brian 13:52 2/16/2002 (0)
Automatic driveline shudder when gearing up - Willem Terpstra 09:55 2/16/2002 (3)
- Re: Automatic driveline shudder when gearing up - Joe 14:02 2/16/2002 (1)
  - Re: Automatic driveline shudder when gearing up - andyman 20:24 2/16/2002 (0)
- Center support bearing may be shot... (nt) - Scottie 85_535i 84_745i San Jose CA 12:36 2/16/2002 (0)
Putting in my 3:73LSD today...Diff Fluid ??????? - Tony - 88 535is - Phoenix, AZ. 09:53 2/16/2002 (2)
- Oil weight is fine--is it LSD compatible? - dab 10:13 2/16/2002 (1)
  - Yup, same stuff. Castrol. Thanks! - Tony - 88 535is - Phoenix, AZ. 10:25 2/16/2002 (0)
Duke, you still going to the Rock on Sunday? (nt) - Brad in NC 09:44 2/16/2002 (1)
- Yep, leaving at 4:30 am to be there by 8:30 (nt) - Duke - 85 M535i 12:55 2/16/2002 (0)
Pete- Call Rex. New Rally Point - Brandon 09:26 2/16/2002 (0)
TCD,have you heard what the weather forcast is for - Brad 09:18 2/16/2002 (1)
- Sunny. High 55, low 24. Perfect!! (nt) - TCD 10:31 2/16/2002 (0)
Will 1999 E39 wheels fit???? - peter 04:02 2/16/2002 (9)
- Wheels fit;may need small spacer up front.. - rabmw 15:24 2/16/2002 (2)
  - Hubring???? - peter 19:06 2/16/2002 (1)
    - See my first post to you below. (nt) - Shawn D. 21:15 2/16/2002 (0)
- Can you be more specific as to their specs? (url) - Shawn D. 07:18 2/16/2002 (2)
  - Hey Shawn..... (url) - peter 12:27 2/16/2002 (1)
    - Rabmw's advice is good, but still need offset... - Shawn D. 15:44 2/16/2002 (0)
- They'll never it.. You should give them to me. - Tony - 88 535is - Phoenix, AZ. 04:05 2/16/2002 (2)
  - Phoenix weather is bad for them, send to Hawaii (nt) - craigwa