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Forum: Knowledge Base 07-11-2010, 01:10 AM
Replies: 171
Views: 261,755
Posted By bbbmw
Did I understand Cirrus correctly - that when you...

Did I understand Cirrus correctly - that when you put in the new tubes (OEM BMW), put a layer of silicone sealer around the plastic neck where it meets the block, to guarantee a tight (non-leaking)...
Forum: Maintenance 05-15-2009, 04:24 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 10,058
Posted By bbbmw
I stripped the Torx bolt on my tensioner (the...

I stripped the Torx bolt on my tensioner (the spring-loaded one), and had to buy a new one. I'm trying to install it now, but the power steering pump pulley is in the way - at least from what I can...
Forum: Engine 01-21-2009, 04:16 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 13,132
Posted By bbbmw
Any chance it could be the heater core? Did you...

Any chance it could be the heater core? Did you look on the passenger side floorboard to see if there is coolant puddling under the carpet?
Forum: Maintenance 01-04-2009, 05:55 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,143
Posted By bbbmw
I had the same problem - some moron kept...

I had the same problem - some moron kept overtightening the drainplug <me>... and the threads dissolved. I went looking for a piggyback, but couldn't find anything that would fit (I can't remember...
Forum: Engine 10-27-2008, 02:52 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,117
Posted By bbbmw
Might be your plug wires.

Might be your plug wires.
Forum: Lounge 10-26-2008, 04:45 PM
Replies: 236
Views: 21,639
Posted By bbbmw
And if you have a 401k: Powerful House...

And if you have a 401k:

Powerful House Democrats are eyeing proposals to overhaul the nation's $3 trillion 401(k) system, including the elimination of most of the $80 billion in annual tax breaks...
Forum: Interior and ICE 10-25-2008, 02:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,653
Posted By bbbmw
Perhaps a previous owner had the keyset replaced...

Perhaps a previous owner had the keyset replaced for only the ignition and drivers door, but left the original in the passenger door? Do you have all the original keys? There is a microchip in the...
Forum: Lounge 10-25-2008, 12:10 AM
Replies: 236
Views: 21,639
Posted By bbbmw
I'm comparing Clinton's tax plan with Bush's, not...

I'm comparing Clinton's tax plan with Bush's, not the financial plan. I agree - Bush Jr. didn't veto anything the Republican or Democratic Congress sent his way. It is debatable whether Clinton...
Forum: Lounge 10-25-2008, 12:02 AM
Replies: 236
Views: 21,639
Posted By bbbmw
Good catch - the numbers are from the tax tables,...

Good catch - the numbers are from the tax tables, but there are additional considerations that are fair. I was digging further as well, and found revisions. I corrected my original post above. I...
Forum: Lounge 10-24-2008, 10:45 PM
Replies: 236
Views: 21,639
Posted By bbbmw
If Obama is elected and lets the "Bush tax cuts...

If Obama is elected and lets the "Bush tax cuts for the rich" expire, this is what changes we will all see in our tax bill:
Taxes under Clinton 1999 Taxes under Bush 2008
...
Forum: Exhausts 10-22-2008, 04:34 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 31,551
Posted By bbbmw
My OEM cat blew a few years back - disintegrated...

My OEM cat blew a few years back - disintegrated from inside. This seems to be a problem with all BMW's, not just the ti. Good news is that we only have one - my 525 has 2, and I think four O2...
Forum: Lounge 10-21-2008, 05:45 AM
Replies: 236
Views: 21,639
Posted By bbbmw
I think you are right - it is about 45% in...

I think you are right - it is about 45% in Germany, and the VAT tax is 19% on most goods. Middle class in the US means you own a home, probably two cars, etc. - which is not the case in Germany. ...
Forum: Lounge 10-21-2008, 05:39 AM
Replies: 236
Views: 21,639
Posted By bbbmw
I've also lived in Europe, and I went to Calif...

I've also lived in Europe, and I went to Calif schools as well - and was one of those 4th graders I mentioned. I've also had kids in schools in three different states. We didn't make paper trees,...
Forum: Lounge 10-21-2008, 04:18 AM
Replies: 236
Views: 21,639
Posted By bbbmw
Uhhh... it's called a "cultural norm". You can go...

Uhhh... it's called a "cultural norm". You can go to US beaches and see all you want - where is it "Strictly Forbidden?" Certainly not in MA - I think most MA women are simply making their own...
Forum: Lounge 10-21-2008, 04:06 AM
Replies: 236
Views: 21,639
Posted By bbbmw
With all due respect, do you have kids in school?...

With all due respect, do you have kids in school? They are indeed teaching 4th graders about sex issues, and quite graphically. It goes down to kindergarten. They have in California since the...
Forum: Lounge 10-21-2008, 03:54 AM
Replies: 236
Views: 21,639
Posted By bbbmw
Actually, Obama has been a muslim in the past -...

Actually, Obama has been a muslim in the past - or at least he was as a child, when he was raised in a muslim country, a muslim household, and attended a muslim school. Agreed, though, he has said...
Forum: Lounge 10-21-2008, 02:58 AM
Replies: 236
Views: 21,639
Posted By bbbmw
These issues are often not what they look like on...

These issues are often not what they look like on the surface. Yes, they frequently do teach a lot of **details** about what goes on, and often to kids in Kindergarten. I'm guessing most parents...
Forum: Lounge 10-21-2008, 02:30 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,322
Posted By bbbmw
Here's a couple of pics of mine - the affected...

Here's a couple of pics of mine - the affected parts look very similar.
Forum: Lounge 10-21-2008, 02:24 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,322
Posted By bbbmw
I had the same wreck a few weeks ago. The body...

I had the same wreck a few weeks ago. The body shop estimates were $5,500-6.500, which was way too much. I was going to scrap it, but then one of the shops called me and said they wanted to "work...
Forum: Misc 09-20-2008, 01:51 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,595
Posted By bbbmw
I'm also looking for parts - and just about the...

I'm also looking for parts - and just about the same ones... I don't know anything about these folks: http://www.bimmerspecialist.com/usa/contents/show/About%20Us But they have aftermarket...
Forum: US and North America 09-19-2008, 11:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,309
Posted By bbbmw
PM sent

PM sent
Forum: Exterior 09-18-2008, 04:35 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 7,782
Posted By bbbmw
Remanufactured Body Parts?

Bypassing the gory details... I am in need of a driver side fender, hood, front grill panel, maybe a bumper, and all the little pieces between the driver's side headlight and everything behind the...
Forum: Wheels and Tires 06-15-2008, 08:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,668
Posted By bbbmw
Thanks for your advice! I saw the thread and...

Thanks for your advice!
I saw the thread and looked through the OEM wheel catalog, and haven't quite found anything i love yet. I am leaning towards the TSW's, and do think that I will stick with...
Forum: Wheels and Tires 06-15-2008, 06:29 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,668
Posted By bbbmw
Okay, so I took a look at Mallard pics, and they...

Okay, so I took a look at Mallard pics, and they really do look good. But would I need to worry about camber problems or rubbing with 18s?
Would it be worth the price jump? Would ride quality be...
Forum: Wheels and Tires 06-15-2008, 05:15 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,668
Posted By bbbmw
Ah okay, so definatley look for 1.5inch lips? ...

Ah okay, so definatley look for 1.5inch lips?
The one thing I am worried about is where to find good looking 17 inch rims with a lip that big.
I saw CSL replicas for 699 (awesome looking wheel) ,...
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