Who are you?? [Archive] - 318ti.org forum

fred.larsen

04-10-2001, 07:04 AM

Hi all. I purchased my 98 318ti Active just under a year ago, and itís a blast. I find myself driving around the beach for no apparent reason other then to be in the car. Sure itís not the fastest ride on the block, but it handles great and still averages 30mpg around town.

The car is stock to the core, but Iím planning on upgrading the suspension as soon as I decide on a shocks/spring package, and figure what size of tires to put on. Perhaps a front brace, x-brace, and sway bars soon after.

BTW: Great ti enthusiast site!

Ralliart

07-02-2001, 09:05 PM

Hi all, I'm 18 and live in Michigan and just found a nice 95' ti with only 52K miles on it. I put a deposit on it but havent picked it up yet (cant wait). Cash allowing I have some nice plans for it in the future.

shutterbiker

01-12-2002, 02:23 PM

so glad i gound this site! i'm 41 yrs. old and have driven bmws since 1977. i started with a '67 2000. i had 3 different 2002s and a 633csi ( all used when i got them). i have a 96 base model that i bought used w/13,500 miles. i now have 82,000 miles. i have added the following: clear corners & side markers, doubled brake lights, bilstein shocks, h&r springs, x-brace, k&n cone filter, stellar keyless entry,rear spoiler, z3 armrest, and 325is wheels. i really enjoy this car. it's as much fun as a 2002, but w/modernization!

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ayton

01-15-2002, 12:42 PM

Hey everybody I've been away for a while...Hello again! http://www.happytogether.com/318ti/forum/smile.gif Glad to see we have some activity.I'm glad there is such a diverse group of ti owners here.Ti's are such fun.I am slowly building up my ti and can't wait until it's done.I see some familiar names here on the board RayRay & Ralliart, what's up guys.In case you were wondering it's Ayton(www.DTMPower.net) Take care all.

Bimmer422

01-16-2002, 03:23 AM

sup all. i'm 20 from philly with a 97 Supercharged ti. check it out, http://www.sigmagammazeta.5u.com/318.htm

Ralliart

01-16-2002, 05:18 AM

Wassup Stealth and Ayton. I do a little bit of reading over here every now and then. Good to see you guys over here.

ayton

01-16-2002, 02:09 PM

Stealth is here http://www.happytogether.com/318ti/forum/wink.gif!hey Ralliart sup? did you get fogs yet? http://www.happytogether.com/318ti/forum/wink.gif if not I have a deal for you and anyone else that needs factory fogs just let me know.......cheap alternative to high dealer costs.

Ralliart

01-16-2002, 03:32 PM

Nope, no fogs yet. I am in the process of buying Blown_M_Compacts rear bumper. Mine was destroyed when I got rear ended http://www.happytogether.com/318ti/forum/frown.gif. When I get some money I will let you know though.

Suddha

01-16-2002, 07:49 PM

Hello! I am happy to find this board also. These ti's are great cars that seem to have the cult following BMW used to have as a brand years ago, before the luxury models started arriving. I still find that ti drivers flash their lights to others, whereas I don't see that even with other E36 drivers.

I bought my 96 Artiksilber Active ti brand spanking new and have been driving it year-round here in MN, swapping Michelins for Blizzaks round about December. I've had an 84 Rabbit GTI, Saab 900T, Volvo, Audi... But there's nothing like a nimble rear wheel drive hatchback.

RobertOBCC

01-17-2002, 01:30 AM

Hello to Everyone!

I am in Kingston, Jamaica. I am a first time BMW Driver.

I like Fred.Larsen find myself driving around for no apparent reason other than to be in the car. I find myself volunteering to take one of my girlfriends home from work often, she lives in the Mountains, I love how the car whips right around the corners, its almost like its not even trying. You turn the Wheel and the whole car is around the corner in what seems like a millisecond without a roll or slip, amazing!

My 2002 316Ti has a 1.8 Liter 16v In-Line 4, Double-VANOS, Valvetronic, with ASC/T (Active Stability and Traction Control), Steptronic 5-Speed Auto, Anti-lock Brakes, Four Spoke Leather Multifunction Steering Wheel, Cruise Control

BMW Business with Cassette and Speed Sensitive Volume for the Radio, 6 CD Changer in the Rear, Rear Battery, Sport Seats w/ Fabric and Leather with Thigh Support, Alarm with Interior Motion Sensor,

Adaptive Transmission Management (Normal, Winter, or Hill Climb/Start-off), Shiftlock and Interlock, Sports Suspension with Central Arm Rear Axle with Anti Squat and Anti Dive, Single Joint Spring Strut Front Axle with Anti Dive, Anti-roll Bar Front and Rear,

Headlight Angle Control, Automatic Air Conditioning with Solar Sensor and Automatic Air Recirculation with Micro and Charcoal Filters, Light Alloy Wheels,

Car Key Memory, Rechargeable Key Remote through Ignition, Cargo Nets Back of Front Seats, Fog Lamps, Front+Side+Head(A-Pillar) Airbags, Central Locking with Electronic Immobiliser, and Crash Sensor. . I think that should be the majority.

I think My next Upgrade will be to get some larger Mags, maybe 17's w/ 225 55 Tires.

Anybody know of any Chip Upgrades for the Engine?

http://www.jamaicastore.com/images/bmw34.jpg

Bimmer422

01-17-2002, 01:59 AM

hahaha sup guys! we should make this a busy board.

-Stealth

s1ddhartha

01-19-2002, 03:40 PM

20 yr old male from Rochester, NY
currently own a red '98 318ti with Active package.

no mods, it's bone stock.

I'm from BMWPlanet.com, using the same ID.

btw, I love that E46 compact. WHY CAN'T WE SEE THEM HERE IN US?!?!?!? http://www.happytogether.com/318ti/forum/frown.gif

HoJo

01-23-2002, 03:14 AM

Just got the Ti about a month ago. I wish the lady who had it before me took better care of it, but hey, it's a project car http://www.happytogether.com/318ti/forum/smile.gif

Yarvis

01-27-2002, 02:40 PM

Hey all:
I'm a 36 year old auto and motorcycle nut. I own a 2001 BMW R1200c Phoenix motorcycle. ( a cruiser) And am in the process of buying ( hopefully) a 1996 Ti with 54k on it. When it comes to this car and the different models, I'm lost. The car I'm looking at has the upgraded stereo, ten speakers I think, is this a characteristic of any special model? What sucks big time is there is no owners manual with the car, is there a way to find out the model thru the vin number? And what about the manual, can I get one for a 1996 model? Thanks for the help.

ayton

01-28-2002, 03:39 PM

Ebay has 2 96ti owner's manuals for sale as of this morning....1/28/02 http://www.happytogether.com/318ti/forum/smile.gif

DougZ

02-02-2002, 12:52 AM

Hey Guys...I ahve been on this post for a while, but never got around to adding anything to this thread. I am 28 and live in NJ. I have a 1998 ti Active with the following upgrades:
clear corners and side markers, Bav auto mats, Motorsport 17" wheels with 225/45 ZR17 Ntiio tires, Pionner head unit with Pioneer 12 disc changer, ADS amp, MB Quart speakers all around, Added on factory arm rest, Ron Stygar style garage door opener...more to come
<img src="www.geocities.com/dz08876/sidenew.jpg"HEIGHT=400 WIDTH=528 ALT="side view new wheels">

leemur

03-01-2002, 04:38 AM

Hi all i am 18 years old in atlanta GA and I bought my 96 base model ti with about 64k on it but now i'm up to about 70k. It is bone stock but I've already been in touch with the guys at Downing/Atlanta about a supercharger.(instead of an engine swap)

Dan Burger

03-01-2002, 05:38 PM

Well, I guess I'll introduce myself (and ti)
I'm 24 and live in Annapolis, Maryland.

My car is 1995 ti Club Sport (Jet Black)
Non-stock: K&N Cold Air intake, Brospeed exhaust, JC Chip (when gas isn't stupidly expensive), Turner short-shift kit, various interior trim, redline fluids, etc.

Upnext: wheels/tires, suspension upgrade replacement, brakes

bbnmcas

03-01-2002, 07:06 PM

My name is Bryan. I live in AZ. I just bought my first BMW yesterday, 2/28/02, and a ti at that. I bought a 95' ti sport, jet black, with all the trimings. Akimoto intake, headers, and exhaust, Dinan chip, M-package (front spoiler, side skirts, mirrors, and rear bumper). I absolutly love it. This is my first German car. I have driven American and Japanese cars before, but this German made car is a REAL car. I just had a new stero installed so it is starting to have personal touches.

Who's next?

leemur

03-04-2002, 12:06 AM

Hi i own a 96 red active ti and i am have talked to the guys at downing/atlanta for a supercharger in the near future. I absolutly love this car. I have only had it since september.

ahutson03

03-06-2002, 03:16 AM

Hows it goin ive got a '95 bright red ti base model. So far ive got Hella side markers, clear corners, ATE power slot rotors, Z3 starspoke wheels, and a little old fashion airbox work done in the garage.
I live just south of Atlanta so if theres anyone around here with a ti email me at anchovie45@excite.com

lirial

03-24-2002, 07:20 AM

Hello!

I'm Valorie and I have owned a 1998 Sport ti for a little over a year. It's red and has an after-factory tailpipe, but no other mods. I live in the SF area and use public transit to work, so I rarely get to drive my baby. http://www.happytogether.com/318ti/forum/frown.gif

Looking forward to browsing through the topics.

Cheers,
Valorie

bimka

03-27-2002, 02:45 AM

Hello All,
I am 30 y/o BMW driver from SF. I own '95 Sport (Jet Black) //M ti(that's the bagging on it).
Non-stock: SuperSprint exhaust, DINAN chip, TRUST Cold Air intake, M3 rims 225-front, 245-rear both x17.
Driving every day from San Francisco to Sunnyvale and back (100mi rt), on hwy 280.
The car is great.

1996 328ti

03-28-2002, 03:52 AM

If it's a 95 with ///M badging you probably also have M3 mirrors. Then you have a Club Sport. That is unless someone put the ///M-Technic trim afterwards.

DarkenDioxen

04-02-2002, 03:23 PM

Hello all.

I have posted a couple of calls for help and questions. Always been a big fan of BMW, Did any one see the flying Williams in F1?

I just bought a 95 TI club sport, I wasn't even looking to buy a car just burn a couple of hours test driving stuff. Completly stock for the time being, only stuff I plan to do would be to give it a little more pep.

I'm 32 years old, live in Rochester, NY. And have slowly but surely found longer and twistier ways home! My drove my Ti, went aout a couple weeks later and traded in her Acura 3.2TL on a 200 328i. I guess the fever is contagious. Rock on and go find the twisties!

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Darren
'95 Club Sport

tiM

04-13-2002, 04:40 AM

hey i'm new,
97 sport. bought it wrecked and fixed it up. my dad and i have quite the hobby. 90 325 ic, 93 lexus sc400, 00 acura 3.2tl, 2 94 m miatas, 65 mustang, 01 FFR replica Cobra, 00 subaru 2.5rs, plus some less sporty things lying aroun (not to mention on the constant lookout for an m3 that i can cut up and transplant into meinen auto) trying to get into this scene of performance cars n' such. pittsburgh area, email me xcdunks14@hotmail.com
mark

leemur

04-30-2002, 02:12 AM

There are some pics of my car at this site. http://www.angelfire.com/or3/318ti-mypassion/

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Lee Mur
96 Helrot ti(active)

tipsyaj

05-01-2002, 12:43 AM

My name's Amy, I just bought a 1996 automatic Cinnibar Red 318ti with the California rag top and sport package. It's a beauty. I live in the suburbs of Detroit and would love to get in touch with other 318ti owners in the area.

I just got the windows tinted, 5% in the back and %15 in the front, and I'm thinking about changing the sound system, but I really don't know a lot about what kinds of speakers I can change, whether to get an amp or subwoofer, etc ... I'm not really into the house shaking bass, just want a nice crisp sound ... lemme know if you have any suggestions ...

Ralliart

05-01-2002, 01:40 PM

Hey, where do you live in the suburbs? I live in Flint for school, but home is Macomb Twp.

J!m

05-02-2002, 11:25 PM

Hey, guys. I'm new to this site, but I've had my ti sport since I ordered it new in 1998. It's the 2002 of the future!!!

J!m

05-02-2002, 11:50 PM

OK maybe some information??

Sorry about that.

I'm 32 and live in northern CT, but work on long island, NY (Lots of driving each weekend!!)

I am in the middle of planning/purchacing for my M3tii project. I should have the motor by the end of the month (1998 M3 3.2l w/5000 original miles)I'm still finalising the deal.

Current modifications are:
X-brace
1995 M3 LTW strut-tower bar (custom offset adapters to clear the intake manifold)
2000 M-Coupe` rear sway bar (to be installed this weekend..can't wait!!)
I also have rotors and pads from a 2000 M roadster, but I need other parts (obviously) to install them.

The strut bar adapters will be available soon, if someone wants to install this (proper) strut tower bar on their 4-cylinder ti. If you go with a D/A supercharger, you don't need these adapters. E-mail me if you want (rough) plans or to purchase the adapters themselves soon. (These look like factory parts.)

Future mods (aside from the MONSTER motor):
Full M3 front suspention
M3 rocker covers
M3 mirrors
M3 LTW front splitter
Factory ti or modified M3 LTW rear spoiler
M-Roadster / M Coupe` rear LSD
M-Contour or Forged M-double spoke? wheels (not sure on the name of them)
M-coupe` rear brakes

That should do it! http://www.happytogether.com/318ti/forum/smile.gif

hoticebabii

05-03-2002, 06:15 AM

hi all, i'm new here, and i don't actually have 318ti right now.. but i'm seriously planning to buy one very soon.. maybe in a week or so... and i need some advice! i already posted message in W T B folder... so help me out yea? thanx..

ok, i'm going for 318ti cuz my civic got stolen twice http://www.happytogether.com/318ti/forum/frown.gif
i love cars and fixing them up... so my boyfriend helped me... so we started to modify my civic..after we changed the stock rims to 5zr from team 5Zegan, it got stolen!it was in october 2001... the police found it after 24 hours but my rims are gone! (well, it was kinda my fault cuz i didn't have any alarm or whatever)
oh well, so my car got stolen... i was depressed.. my boyfriend couldn't stand to see me so depressed.. so he got me TE77 from volk racing, rays engineering, and got the crimestopper, and lowered it..
anyways, it got stolen again! in March 2, 2002. early in the morning! now i'm done with civics!
Well, sorry people cuz i was talking about civic on a bimmer page! really sorry... after all, that's some personal thing about me! hehehe ^-^
who knows? i might fix my future 318ti up after saving some money for it! =)

hoticebabii

05-03-2002, 06:16 AM

sorry i meant TE37

FuMa

05-03-2002, 10:56 AM

Hi all,
I'm also a newbie on this board. I'm from Belgium, and since 2 months a proud owner of a 318ti, which I bought to replace my 318TDS compact. Pics and info 'bout the mods can be found on http://www.x-clusivebmwteam.f2s.com/DekensD.htm

ayton

05-03-2002, 12:20 PM

sorry about the civic woes...hurry up and get that ti! http://www.happytogether.com/318ti/forum/smile.gif

DuCtTaPe318ti

05-29-2002, 05:14 AM

Hey my name is Bruce and I am new to this site but looking forward to getting more info on our awesome cars. I own a '95 ti automatic (Alaska Blue metallic) with the following mods:
//M3 front air dam w/ fog lights
Clear turn indicators (front, side, and rear)
//M5 17" rims w/ 225/45 tires

I love the car, but I feel the need for more power. I am currently looking into either a Mosselman kit or a Downing Atlanta kit, and I would appreciate any info on either of these systems from people who currently have it installed. An engine swap would be nice but I don't know if I have the funds for something that extensive. Let me know if you all have any comments / ideas. Later.
-Bruce

tipsyaj

05-31-2002, 04:58 AM

Hey Ralliart,

I live in West Bloomfield, MI

ajalili@comcast.net ... e-mail me, we should meet up !

ayton

05-31-2002, 03:11 PM

hey Bruce if you want to go forced induction do yourself a favor and ditch the slushbox or atleast upgrade the tranny to a 325 or better auto.

DuCtTaPe318ti

05-31-2002, 03:48 PM

kinkajou-
Do you have forced induction on your ti? If so, do you like it? If not, do you know of anyone on this board who does? I have tried to obtain info on the DA system from people that actually have it installed. Getting the info from Jim at DA is good and all but I would like to get some first hand info from someone who has it installed. Later.
-Bruce

ayton

06-27-2002, 12:47 PM

hey DuctTape, I don't have forced induction...I'm going to force a new motor in though!I know of one guy here that has a DA SC on his car....bimmer42,try shooting him an E-mail.

Ti_Nikki

06-28-2002, 08:08 AM

Hi everyone!
I just got my very first BMW 318 Ti about 2 weeks ago! I actually stumbled upon this car on accident. I was really looking for a 2001 Rav 4 or a Ford Escape. But who cares! I'm so happy with this car and sometimes I really wish I could just sleep in it and never leave "my baby"! HaHa... Anyhow here's a little info on the car: It's a 1997, black, with the sport package and all that good stuff, it has the M3 body kit and ///M mouldings on the door, 16in. sport rims, all four windows tinted to give it that sleek look... only one problem.... no CD player =( I'm only 19, so this is a must in a car for me!! Hopefully I'll get one soon, I'm dying over here without one! Anyways, I can't wait to talk car stuff with you all... since nobody I know likes talking to me about anything that has to do with BMW's or my car. (They think I'm bragging, which I'm not! I just tend to get excited and can't stop talking!)
But anyhow, Bye for now! =)

sildergu

07-05-2002, 06:34 PM

Hello all,
I'm 41, live in Toronto, and have owned a bright red '95 Sport since new. It's got 190,000 kms (118,000 miles), stills runs great, it needs paint. It's got Eibach springs, struts, shocks, and front strut brace, an X brace, BAS slotted brake rotors, stainless brake lines, Pagid pads, Bridgestone Potenzas (Bizzaks in the winter), a Conforti chip, Supersprint exhaust, a K&N filter in a modified airbox, BAS plug wires, and PIAA Superwhite low beams.
All go, no show.

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rushinti

09-03-2002, 03:17 AM

I live in tampa florida and i just got a 96 ti, its 5 speed and completely stock, i wanted to try to modify it the best i can, but my budget is rather limited. I just need a tip on where to start.

XxjEeYeDxX

09-17-2002, 01:12 AM

hey. im joseph and i just bought a 96 318ti. it is bone stock, but i have a few plans. glad to see so much interest in the 318.

ayton

09-23-2002, 11:33 AM

when modding the ti if you don't know where to start the cheap feel-good mods are always a good start....clears and little cosmetics will keep you happy for a while.then go for upgrade maintanance.Drop it, exhaust,intake...

Dan G

02-17-2003, 12:32 AM

Doesn't seem to be much going on with this board.

I'm new.

I own a 98 Silver 318ti Sport that I bought new.

Upgrades include:

Dinan S1 kit
Kenwood Radio/CD head unit
PIAA eXteme whites
AC Scnitzer stress bar
SSR GT1 17 X 8 wheels with Bridgestone S03s

This has really been a fast fun car.

fourbanger

02-17-2003, 08:09 AM

Hello fellow ti owners!

My name is Ian and I live in Panama (the country, not a beach in Florida). I have a '96 ti (M42) manual in Hellrot red that was purchased new. As for modifications, so far I just have an interesting cone filter with the stock airbox used as a heatshield. I'll be replacing that soon with a real heatshield. I also have a restriction-free exhaust. I cut out the catalytic converter and the resonator (It's legal here 8-) ) and put a Dyno-max Super-Turbo muffler. I also plan on replacing this system soon, as I don't like the sound and the look. Soon I'll be putting in a lightweight flywheel, better clutch, coil overs and some other stuff (who isn't, really). As for fashion I don't have much of it, just some white bulbs and some E46 Style 45 rims :lol:.

Here in Panama there are only about 15-20 compacts, 5-6 of which are 318ti's. I know three other ti owners and I'm sorry to report I'm the only one here that can be considered an "active" driver of the car. I regularly race my car on the street (professional racing here is very.. um.. crude) and the little 1.8L M42 has put quite an amount of cars to shame. I've considered putting my ti in circuit racing, but as I said earlier the professional racing scene here is crude; marred by bad organization and a HORRIBLE racetrack. The track itself is the only reason I don't race. It's basically an airfield converted to racetrack with only three turns, lots of holes, way too many rocks and no safety precautions. Someday :)

It's great that we have a community for ti's to share information. I thank all of you that have or will help me and I hope to someday be able to share information with the rest of you.

KIRASIR

02-20-2003, 11:07 PM

Hi, My name is Serge and I am from Toronto. I own a heavily modified 96 Alaska Blau.

J!m

03-01-2003, 01:16 AM

:D Here's an update on my car: "a work in progress" (but nearly done)

it started life as a humble 1998 'sport' ti with sun-roof delete, bright red with the 'red' interior... 8-)

Maybe some people don't get it, (and that's OK) but I'm using all factory parts. BMW has a great Motorsport program, and a lot of the M3 'race' parts work with a Compact6. This is my car...

Latest and greatest:

*1999 M Roadster 3.2l engine W/DINAN stage I chip
*Lightweight flywheel
*M3 clutch and slave cylinder
*M3 X-brace
*M3 LTW strut-tower bar (with custom made offset adapters to clear the traction control throttle)
*M-Coupe` rear sway bar
*M roadster rear sub-frame and springs, including the big 'M' brakes with Porterfield R4S pads
*Teflon brake lines front, mid and rear
*Bilstein shcocks and struts
*Full M3 front suspention (including M3 EURO front springs)
*Full M3 front brakes, with Porterfield R4S pads
*M3 LTW adjustable front splitter
*M-Roadster rear 'diff/axles (LSD, I found out they all are)
*Forged M-double spoke II wheels (7.5x17 front and 8.5x17 rear)
*M3 three-spoke 'M' steering wheel/air bag
*M3 gage cluster
*M3 LTW door sills, door moulding plaques, and interior plaque ("BMW Motorsport International" logo)
*Radio delete with factory cover for 'hole' in dash

The car already has the 'red' cloth/black leather with red stitching sport interior- the best looking interior they've made in a long time, in my opinion... (AKA 'club sport' interior)

FUTURE 'MODS'

*M3 LTW oil pan and race pump (twin pick-up prevents starvation on hard corners)
*Oil cooler kit (hard to find parts!)
*Motorsport 2-piece 'floating' front rotors
*Motorsport 'snorkel' (intake piece on the front of the air box that also taps into the left brake cooling duct for extra air pressure)
*Motorsport seatbelts
*M3 side skirts
*M3 mirrors
*Modified M3 LTW (or M3GT Sedan) rear spoiler
*Lighted shift knob (motorsport stripes most likely, not 'M3' logo)
* Maybe some head work and a set of cams, but maybe not...

I'm planning to weigh and dyno the car this summer. I will post the results.

I think that's it. I'll post another update in about a year, or when it's done, whichever comes first.

The great thing about a factory-based upgrade is, it's easy to find the 'end', whereas a true custom is typically under constant upgrade, and the 'end' can be quite elusive. That's not a bad thing, just not my goal here. I wanted to have something the factory SHOULD have and certainly COULD have built. There are rumors of a single factory prototype being built for testing, but that rumor also states it was destroyed. :cry:

remember this: No matter how fast it is, there's always something faster... ;}

Dusty

07-03-2003, 07:53 PM

Kinkajou... This is Dusty, I am new to the site, what kinda deal you got on fogs? I am in the market for some. :o

schussey

11-09-2003, 04:57 AM

98 318ti- 18'' Ace Alloy Wheels, Pirelli P7000 SS Tires, H&R Sport Springs, removed catylic converter, tint, clear corners and sidemarkers

future mods- Supersprint headers and exhaust, UUC short shifter, Dinan chip, ECIS Cold Air Intake

-Chris

Blueiii

12-03-2003, 09:07 PM

Newb here!

25 and living in Little Rock, AR

I recently got pissed off at my mustangs and sold one, then traded the other in for a 1998 Ti sport. 5 speed, of course, because [snooty voice] anything else would be uncivilized [/snooty voice]

So far its got tinted windows and the supersprint exhaust. I figured this might be a good place to look around for parts and ideas!

saxman0321

12-04-2003, 02:56 PM

Hi Everybody,

I'm new here as well. I have a 95 ti. Mods for now include:
Koni Sport Adjustable shocks
H&R Race Springs
BMW X-brace
Racing Dynamics M Coupe sway bars
Korman offset control arm bushings
BAS drilled rotors and Pagid pads
Korman stainless brake lines
Milli Miglia 17" wheels and Continetal rubber
BAS chip and wires
K&N intake
cheap Ebay exaust(temporary)
MOMO shift know and pedals
Alpine CD player, Sony peakers, 8" Bazooka tube
KOBA super white lights

Parts in the waitroom:
M50 motor waiting on camshafts
LSD differential from 325is
E46 M3 style front bumper
M3 sideskirts
Front strut tower bar(6 cyl. version)
CATZ fog lights

I plan on doing this conversion right with Schrick camshafts, bored throttle body, lightweight flywheel, HD clutch... I'm sure there are questions I will have for this swap in the future. Can anyone tell me if I will need a guage cluster from a E36 6 cyl. car?

1996 328ti

12-05-2003, 01:40 PM

"Can anyone tell me if I will need a guage cluster from a E36 6 cyl. car?[/quote"

Yes. The tach is different for between the 4 and 6 cylinders.

Tyler

09-10-2004, 03:44 AM

Are you sure it's a 94 318 ti,cause as far as i know they didn't come out to 95. I've never heard of anyone with a 94 just 95-99.

1996 328ti

09-10-2004, 04:29 AM

The ti was released in Europe in 94, I think.

brentmiller

09-10-2004, 02:43 PM

I just sold one of my two 02s for my 95ti and it is the perfect modern upgrade to a car that reminds me alot of my 02s. I still have my '71 1602 and I still drive it alot but I just can't resist blowing the AC and hearing ten speaker CD tunes.

brentmiller
Little Rock, AR
'71 1602
'85 735i
'95 318ti

brentmiller

09-10-2004, 02:52 PM

AND I have an Alpine ti with M3 makeup. 'Dyou just steal my car? Gonna go make sure it's still here.

brentmiller

Newb here!

25 and living in Little Rock, AR

I recently got pissed off at my mustangs and sold one, then traded the other in for a 1998 Ti sport. 5 speed, of course, because [snooty voice] anything else would be uncivilized [/snooty voice]

So far its got tinted windows and the supersprint exhaust. I figured this might be a good place to look around for parts and ideas!

Nelly_318ti

09-10-2004, 03:25 PM

Can't believe we got so many peeps who loves the ti from around the world! I saw the new ti which I found on BMW's UK site. I still like the 99 better. Don't like how the headlight are separated. But I welcome the new interior design.

Okay a bit about me. I am a 25 yrs old guy, who just brought a 95 ti 3 hand from Craigslist.org. It is stock with 82000 miles, been in a few accident, previous owner fixed it up. But not good enough, it is missing the front driver side grille, discoloration by the rear passenger wheel fender, you can tell it's been damaged, and repaired with wrong color. Front end hood is bended slightly.

So now I am trying to fix it up as I go, and also when the funding allows. First thing is tinting my windows, already checking out HID headlights, and possibly a paint job. Anybody know where I can go for a good paint job? From what I heard Macco don't do such a good job for $450. I got a quote from my mechanic of 3000!!! Ridiculously overpriced! I want to paint it to the nice rich blue that they had for BMW, I believed it is called the Avis Blue. not sure

I definitely want to go to a North East Meet or something!

ChrisS

09-10-2004, 08:55 PM

Hi all. I'm new to the board, so I should introduce myself.

I'm 24 and I live in Nova Scotia, Canada, and I've got the following:

1997 318ti Sport in Arctic Silver (girlfriend's car). All stock so far.
1991 318is in Brilliant Red (girlfriend's car which is for sale now) with urethane bushings, K&N, short shift.
1988 M3 in Diamond Black, 2.3L, Bilstein Sport & Eibach Springs, Toyo RA-1, chip, exhaust, illuminated shift knob, etc.
1998 VW Jetta GLX VR6 the daily driver
1987 VW Golf GTI, 8V, fully prepared for SCCA Improved Touring B club racing

I've been a BMW Club of Canada driving instructor for three years now.

That's a start anyway.

Chris

yeehawbob

09-10-2004, 09:13 PM

Howdy y'all,

I have had my baby, new since May 1997. Jet Black with gray interior.
Just completed 95K miles on it and loved every minute of it.
I happened to find this site recently otherwise I would have been on it since '97.

Cheers!!!

schussey

09-11-2004, 04:48 PM

i'm chris,18. I live in Birmingham right now, but have plans to leave within the next year. Hopefully will be going to school in maryland or north carolina.

TiPerformance

09-11-2004, 06:30 PM

I am 20 bought my 1998 ti in June of 2003 and have had 2 traffic tickets with her since (never had a problem in any other vehicle). I bought the car with 30,000 miles and now have 39,000 miles on it. Black with black heated leather, sunroof, a/c, PW, PL. I work on the car myself and find it fairly straightforward to work on. Future mods include ported and polished cylinder head, cam regrind, exhaust, and possible a modified intake manifold. I am also considering a supercharger from a mercedes benz SLK230 to modify to fit on the Ti.

Guy Massey

11-10-2004, 05:35 PM

I live in Suffolk, England, and I bought my 1989 ti from my sister in August 2003. She had been given it by her then boyfriend who had bought from the original owner for her.

It's pretty standard in Montreal Blue and with a full BMW service history. It's got the five-speed 'box, air-con, a M steering wheel, and about 70,000 miles on the clock.

I also have a 1984 525i which is a wonderful car. I bought it with 117,000 miles and it now has 215,000 miles. And a 1963 Land-Rover which I love dearly.

GDB

11-10-2004, 06:02 PM

I'm Matt, I've had my ti for about 7 months now. So far it is bone stock, but I'm hoping to change that soon. Only taken it to the track once and it turned a 10.23 in the 1/8th mile. Oh yeah, and I am going to school in Tyler, about 2 hours east of Dallas and I live in Houston (atleast over the summer).

fri3daz3

11-10-2004, 06:37 PM

Hey guys, I'm Paulo. 23. San Diego, CA. 858. Had my first TI when I came back from the war last year, too bad it wasn't in a very good condition. But I still fixed it up. Just recently my friend asked me to help him out by selling the car to him cheap since he doesn't have a lot of cash to spare. And so I did. I guess doing nice things for people comes back to you ten-fold. Right before he gave me the cash, I found a same Red 1995 318ti, in a way better condition. No corrosion at all. A little bit more miles, but rides like new. Its stock to the bone, but having an experience with my last TI gives me a better idea with what to do with this one. I hope to post some pics soon... anybody else from SoCal who ride TIs?