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Forum: Engine Swaps 06-16-2014, 11:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,408
Posted By autoxerwgn
I would think there is something wrong with your...

I would think there is something wrong with your car. Mine does not throw any codes at all. Did you swap out the valves with used parts or did you replace with new parts?
Forum: Electrical 03-17-2012, 01:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 914
Posted By autoxerwgn
You need to use a small pocket screwdriver or...

You need to use a small pocket screwdriver or something similar to go around the light and free up the seal. The rubber/foam seal is likely stuck to the paint and not allowing it to come off....
Forum: Misc 09-08-2009, 03:20 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 17,975
Posted By autoxerwgn
Well you could do that, but you'll still only...

Well you could do that, but you'll still only have 1 working key.
Forum: Misc 09-08-2009, 02:53 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 17,975
Posted By autoxerwgn
You can't do that. The only place you can go and...

You can't do that. The only place you can go and get a key is the dealer, that is if you want it to actually start the car. If you don't, you'll have to disable the immobilizer somehow. The keys for...
Forum: Mid-Atlantic - US 09-07-2009, 06:04 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,092
Posted By autoxerwgn
Big Meet West Chester PA 9/19/09

Figured I would spread the word. Bimmerworks is going to be having a meet and BBQ. Free food and discounted Dinan upgrades. Definitely worth the trip. More information can be found over on...
Forum: HVAC 09-03-2009, 05:29 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 69,470
Posted By autoxerwgn
Look here: ...

Look here:
http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=CG53&mospid=47505&btnr=64_0663&hg=64&fg=15

It would seem like you need part number 1, which is supposed to be replaced along with the...
Forum: Engine Swaps 03-29-2009, 05:37 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,003
Posted By autoxerwgn
I've had a few experiences with carriers where I...

I've had a few experiences with carriers where I specified shipping to a "residential" address, which normally specifies a lift gate, and have them show up with a full size 18 wheeler and no lift...
Forum: Exterior 03-28-2009, 01:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,523
Posted By autoxerwgn
BMW has been telling techs to use a product...

BMW has been telling techs to use a product called Wurth Glide (made by Wurth) to lube up roofs on newer BMW's while replacing components under warranty. Wurth Glide seems very similar to Sil Glide,...
Forum: Engine Swaps 03-28-2009, 01:46 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 10,396
Posted By autoxerwgn
I used a drive shaft from a 328i. It was just the...

I used a drive shaft from a 328i. It was just the right length with the correct ends for the M3 transmission and the M Roadster diff.

I saw on the other thread that you got some wiring diagrams...
Forum: Engine Swaps 03-28-2009, 01:38 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,003
Posted By autoxerwgn
As long as the carrier delivers the engine in a...

As long as the carrier delivers the engine in a truck with a liftgate, you'll be fine. Make sure you check the engine out very well before signing off!
Forum: Engine Swaps 03-28-2009, 01:32 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,783
Posted By autoxerwgn
I like ASC and didn't want to lose it with the...

I like ASC and didn't want to lose it with the swap either. I don't know what people have a problem with, you can just push a button a turn it off. Anyways, when I swapped the M3 ABS/ASC system into...
Forum: HVAC 03-28-2009, 12:43 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 69,470
Posted By autoxerwgn
I replaced a heater core on a customer's ti a...

I replaced a heater core on a customer's ti a long time ago but I remember that it's a pretty easy job to do. If I remember correctly, you need to remove the panel above the pedals and you should be...
Forum: Engine Swaps 12-27-2008, 02:34 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 10,695
Posted By autoxerwgn
The actual engine and a manual trans should bolt...

The actual engine and a manual trans should bolt in somewhat easily. Not that I've actually checked but BMW did put the N52 in a Z4 which uses an E46 type front suspension and subframe. If E46 stuff...
Forum: HVAC 12-26-2008, 04:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,711
Posted By autoxerwgn
I noticed the same thing when I first purchased...

I noticed the same thing when I first purchased my ti. I think I figured out why when I did my swap. When I took the covers off the blower motor, I found that the ti only has 1 squirrel cage attached...
Forum: Engine Swaps 12-26-2008, 04:49 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,930
Posted By autoxerwgn
Wow, I think if you were able to do all of that...

Wow, I think if you were able to do all of that for 10k, then you're in great shape. Not including the cost of my ti, I spent around 10k on the parts car, M-Roadster rear subframe, and all of the...
Forum: Brakes 12-26-2008, 04:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,245
Posted By autoxerwgn
ASC is supposed to decrease engine power and...

ASC is supposed to decrease engine power and apply brakes to the spinning wheel to try and transmit power to the non-spinning wheel. In reality, it seems to cut engine power more than anything else...
Forum: US and North America 12-17-2008, 02:41 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,053
Posted By autoxerwgn
Converter and Front Brakes have been picked...

Converter and Front Brakes have been picked up!:smile:
Forum: US and North America 12-17-2008, 02:34 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,053
Posted By autoxerwgn
I will take some pictures of the dash after work...

I will take some pictures of the dash after work this week and try to post them up!
Forum: US and North America 12-15-2008, 05:32 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,053
Posted By autoxerwgn
Like I said, I won't be reinstalling it into my...

Like I said, I won't be reinstalling it into my car so if you want it, have at it.
Forum: US and North America 12-15-2008, 05:31 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,053
Posted By autoxerwgn
silver:smile:

silver:smile:
Forum: US and North America 12-14-2008, 04:08 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,053
Posted By autoxerwgn
I've got the whole dashboard itself, not the...

I've got the whole dashboard itself, not the console.

I would prefer not to ship anything since most of the stuff I have is heavy and/or big and would be a real PITA to box up and send. If someone...
Forum: US and North America 12-14-2008, 03:59 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,053
Posted By autoxerwgn
I'm pretty sure that 97 and 98 cars are one and...

I'm pretty sure that 97 and 98 cars are one and the same. The cat will pass inspection as long as there is nothing else wrong with your car (such as a bad MAF). I just unbolted the converter from the...
Forum: US and North America 12-14-2008, 05:54 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,053
Posted By autoxerwgn
Cleaning out Garage Lots of Parts-Philadelphia Area

I am located in the Plymouth Meeting area, which is near King of Prussia.

I did a S52 swap this past summer and now have a bunch of 4 cylinder parts from my 97 318ti that I don't need anymore and...
Forum: Misc 11-16-2008, 03:27 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,235
Posted By autoxerwgn
FYI, when I installed my M Roadster rear subframe...

FYI, when I installed my M Roadster rear subframe with diff into the car, I couldn't get the spare back in as it was hitting the cooling fins on the rear diff. It wouldn't matter if I got it in...
Forum: Misc 10-28-2008, 04:02 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,969
Posted By autoxerwgn
It would be very difficult to do without a...

It would be very difficult to do without a complete donor car on hand. I just disassembled both dashes and swapped over the harness that goes from fuse box forward to all of the lights, etc, and then...
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