Forum: BMW
November 6th 07, 09:34 PM Posted to alt.autos.bmw
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Replies: 20
Views: 530
tank venting hole
Jeff Strickland wrote:
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> "frischmoutt" > wrote in message
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>> Thank you so muck for these details.
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>> From the...
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Forum: BMW
October 31st 07, 07:19 PM Posted to alt.autos.bmw
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Replies: 21
Views: 499
Tyre change
Floyd Rogers wrote:
> "Fred W" > wrote
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>>Floyd Rogers wrote:
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>>>I don't believe that any car-based GPS units use the WAAS,
>>>which would give 3-meter...
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Forum: BMW
October 31st 07, 03:27 PM Posted to alt.autos.bmw
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Replies: 27
Views: 888
Heater fan issue - 2002 325i
pete wrote:
> I have that button on my motor and I had it on the two previous BMW's
> I have owned and do ya know what? I have never used it because I never
> understood what it done:-) I am happier...
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Forum: BMW
October 31st 07, 03:24 PM Posted to alt.autos.bmw
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Replies: 21
Views: 499
Tyre change
Floyd Rogers wrote:
> "Jeff Strickland" > wrote
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>>"Dean Dark" > wrote
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>>>On Tue, 30 Oct 2007 23:51:48 GMT, "Jeff Strickland" wrote:
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>>...
>>GPS...
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Forum: BMW
October 31st 07, 03:15 PM Posted to alt.autos.bmw
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Replies: 21
Views: 499
Tyre change
David Haggas wrote:
> "Jeff Strickland" > wrote in message
> news:ljJVi.6965$Q%3.5418@trnddc04...
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>>However, I'm not sure the tires will solve the issue you are trying to...
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Forum: BMW
October 30th 07, 04:33 PM Posted to alt.autos.bmw
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Replies: 21
Views: 499
Tyre change
David Haggas wrote:
> To improve the ride of my 2002 330:
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> Rear: 8.5X18 rim 255/35R18 changed to 245/40R18 (diameter increase +2.69%)
> Front: 8X18 rim 225/40R18 changed to 225/45R18 on the front...
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Forum: BMW
October 29th 07, 04:25 PM Posted to alt.autos.bmw
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Replies: 5
Views: 315
Which alloy wheels fit an E34 525 TD
Mike G wrote:
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> "Jedthedog via CarKB.com" <u27806@uwe> wrote in message
> news:7a5ef548e475f@uwe...
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>> Hi everyone, I have the standard steel rims with 195/65/15 tyres on my
>> 1994
>> 525...
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Forum: BMW
October 29th 07, 04:08 PM Posted to alt.autos.bmw
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Replies: 33
Views: 958
K&N Panel Air Filter - better performance?
admin wrote:
> Fred W wrote:
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>> Care to show one documented proof that they filter poorly?
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> Sure.. http://www.bobistheoilguy.com/airfilter/airtest3.htm
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> And you might want to read the...
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Forum: BMW
October 23rd 07, 11:24 PM Posted to alt.autos.nissan,alt.autos.lexus,alt.autos.bmw
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Replies: 7
Views: 463
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Forum: BMW
October 23rd 07, 11:23 PM Posted to alt.autos.bmw
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Replies: 33
Views: 958
K&N Panel Air Filter - better performance?
admin wrote:
> Karl Winkler wrote:
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>> On Sep 23, 12:42 pm, "Hurst" > wrote:
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>>> Just wondering if replacing the stock filter with the above would
>>> noticeably
>>> improve...
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Forum: BMW
October 23rd 07, 11:21 PM Posted to alt.autos.bmw
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Replies: 33
Views: 958
K&N Panel Air Filter - better performance?
Karl Winkler wrote:
> On Sep 23, 12:42 pm, "Hurst" > wrote:
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>>Just wondering if replacing the stock filter with the above would noticeably
>>improve performance or sound.
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>>Any...
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Forum: BMW
October 21st 07, 09:59 PM Posted to alt.autos.bmw
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Replies: 19
Views: 706
How long do BMWs last? Danger of buying used?
Dave Plowman (News) wrote:
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> There is something in my handbook about a second gear start. But the only
> may mine does this is if you use the Steptronic. And either select second
> or let the car...
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Forum: BMW
October 21st 07, 01:23 PM Posted to alt.autos.bmw
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Replies: 6
Views: 333
e30 convertible question (a silly one!)
Thomas Wright wrote:
> Al Ritchie wrote:
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>> The little handle(s) -- I only recall one -- released the rear deck to
>> allow the raising/lowering of the manual roof. I sold my E30 manual
>>...
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Forum: BMW
October 17th 07, 07:56 PM Posted to alt.autos.bmw
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Replies: 13
Views: 557
E46 w/ or w/o sports suspension
kpb wrote:
> Is it worth buing an E46 w/o sports package, or is it clearly inferior
> to one with sports package?
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> Without the sports package, is it just another car?
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> I wonder if the 1...
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Forum: BMW
October 17th 07, 07:24 PM Posted to alt.autos.bmw
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Replies: 1
Views: 707
2008 Honda S2000 CR
Please quit the constant spamming.
You are not going to get people to read your stupid web site.
Now go away unless you have something to contribute regarding BMWs.
--
-Fred W
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Forum: BMW
October 12th 07, 11:11 PM Posted to alt.autos.bmw
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Replies: 3
Views: 372
upgrade
Robert wrote:
> Scott Dorsey wrote:
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>> In article <EiAPi.14638$gC2.2183@trndny09>, RS > wrote:
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>>> I switched the 5 and the 3 on my 325xi.trunk badging, and now I have
>>> a faster...
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Forum: BMW
October 11th 07, 04:43 PM Posted to alt.autos.bmw
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Replies: 15
Views: 458
Rain Sensor
Dave Plowman (News) wrote:
> In article >,
> Anyroadup > wrote:
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>>>The drivers h/book might have expressed it...
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Forum: BMW
October 11th 07, 04:23 PM Posted to alt.autos.bmw
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Replies: 6
Views: 340
E46 330ci squealing clutch
stuart wrote:
> For some time now the clutch on my 2005 330ci has given
> a squeal when i start it from cold. That is if I start it
> up in the morning the engine fires and at the same time or
> just...
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Forum: BMW
October 11th 07, 04:42 AM Posted to alt.autos.bmw
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Replies: 6
Views: 303
ECU Chips. Do they work?
pest wrote:
> Hi.
> Anyone know, or have had experience with one of these so called
> 'superchips'?
> Claims of 13bhp increase and fatter torque curve?
>
> Have an E39, 528 and am wondering if its...
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Forum: BMW
October 11th 07, 04:38 AM Posted to alt.autos.bmw
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Replies: 15
Views: 968
Ceramic brake pads
Ali wrote:
> "Fred W" > wrote in message
> ...
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>> Ali wrote:
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>>> Any new pads will need bedding in. However, ceramic...
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Forum: BMW
October 8th 07, 12:32 PM Posted to alt.autos.bmw
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Replies: 1
Views: 481
timing chains supplier
wrote:
> Dear Purchasing/import dept Manager,
> We are factory specializing in the manufacture and export of auto
> chains with 10 years experience in China.
>
> Our main products...
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Forum: BMW
October 8th 07, 12:32 AM Posted to alt.autos.bmw
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Replies: 15
Views: 968
Ceramic brake pads
Jules wrote:
> "Fred W" > wrote in message
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>>Ali wrote:
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>>>Any new pads will need bedding in. However, ceramic pads...
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Forum: BMW
October 7th 07, 02:21 PM Posted to alt.autos.bmw
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Replies: 15
Views: 968
Ceramic brake pads
Ali wrote:
> Any new pads will need bedding in. However, ceramic pads are an
> overkill for your vehicle because they usually need heat before they
> start working to their full potential.
>
I...
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Forum: BMW
October 4th 07, 12:26 PM Posted to alt.autos.bmw
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Replies: 17
Views: 665
Tyre diameter
Jeff Strickland wrote:
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> This too, is correct. The 225/80 is not an available size, or at least
> not a size that would be found on a BMW, but assuming it was a valid
> size, the tread width...
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Forum: BMW
October 4th 07, 12:24 PM Posted to alt.autos.bmw
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Replies: 17
Views: 665
Tyre diameter
Jeff Strickland wrote:
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> 205, 225, 235, 255, etc. all refer to the cross sectional WIDTH of the
> tire. This width is defined by the number, so the TREAD WIDTH is a
> direct corelation tyo this...
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