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Forum: US and North America 08-24-2011, 04:34 AM
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Posted By gimp
el oh el

el oh el
Forum: Engine 06-21-2011, 08:39 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 12,323
Posted By gimp
In other words, what I should have done before I...

In other words, what I should have done before I sold the car.
Forum: Engine 03-07-2011, 01:42 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 12,323
Posted By gimp
LOL... I only photoshop the results.

LOL... I only photoshop the results.
Forum: Engine 03-07-2011, 01:34 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 12,323
Posted By gimp
It was never over revved in the three years I...

It was never over revved in the three years I owned it. It certainly wasn't babied, but never over revved.
Forum: Engine 03-05-2011, 04:40 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 12,323
Posted By gimp
I used it for years. I think I only did one...

I used it for years. I think I only did one "traditional" oil change on the car.
Forum: Engine 03-03-2011, 02:01 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 12,323
Posted By gimp
Fingers crossed it's valve train (even though...

Fingers crossed it's valve train (even though that means it probably would have been cheaper for me to fix!)

I was staring to think broken valve spring last night as well. I would def. pull the...
Forum: Engine 03-03-2011, 03:23 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 12,323
Posted By gimp
Last time I even looked at the coolant was when I...

Last time I even looked at the coolant was when I replaced the radiator. It may be possible that I bled it and didn't get it full. When the radiator blew, it spewed coolant EVERYWHERE. Normal, day...
Forum: Engine 03-01-2011, 09:20 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 12,323
Posted By gimp
I did seafoam the oil and gas before the car was...

I did seafoam the oil and gas before the car was sold, thinking it was a sticky lifter or maybe water. There was no change.
Forum: Engine 03-01-2011, 01:49 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 12,323
Posted By gimp
My mechanic said he could do the bearings while...

My mechanic said he could do the bearings while the motor was in the car. You would have to drop the subframe to do it.

I'm not sure about the idea of the crank bearing being gone all together. ...
Forum: Engine 03-01-2011, 05:32 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 12,323
Posted By gimp
That would be great if it wasn't rod knock. ...

That would be great if it wasn't rod knock.

Just adding - I originally thought it was chain slap from the tensioner, so I swapped it out. No change to the sound.

It doesn't make any noise...
Forum: US and North America 03-01-2011, 02:49 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 16,081
Posted By gimp
LOL! Thanks a lot! Funny you say all that. ...

LOL! Thanks a lot!

Funny you say all that. Not posted in this thread is that the car was sold at a reduced price because it developed a rod knock about two weeks before it was sold. I think it...
Forum: US and North America 03-01-2011, 02:44 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 16,081
Posted By gimp
Once I am "with car" again, I may have treck up...

Once I am "with car" again, I may have treck up there and check it out.
Forum: US and North America 02-28-2011, 03:52 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 16,081
Posted By gimp
SOLD!!! Just got word that the new owner brought...

SOLD!!! Just got word that the new owner brought it home, safe and sound. Thanks again!
Forum: US and North America 02-11-2011, 06:49 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 16,081
Posted By gimp
Car is still very much for sale. Tell your...

Car is still very much for sale. Tell your friends!
Forum: US and North America 02-10-2011, 02:57 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 16,081
Posted By gimp
For autocross, I'm really starting to think a...

For autocross, I'm really starting to think a 15x10 with a 275/30 Hoosier A6 is the way to go. You'll be into 3rd gear a lot more than normal, but the increase acceleration will be a benefit against...
Forum: US and North America 02-08-2011, 04:48 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 16,081
Posted By gimp
I'll certainly explain more later, but the camber...

I'll certainly explain more later, but the camber plates are on their "street" setting right now. When you show up to the autocross, loosen the three retaining nuts with a 1/2" drive and knock them...
Forum: US and North America 02-07-2011, 08:31 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 16,081
Posted By gimp
Part of the master plan, yes.

Part of the master plan, yes.
Forum: US and North America 02-06-2011, 06:40 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 16,081
Posted By gimp
Priced is always negotiable, within reason.

Priced is always negotiable, within reason.
Forum: US and North America 02-04-2011, 06:25 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 16,081
Posted By gimp
Previous Owner's for sale thread with work that...

Previous Owner's for sale thread with work that was performed before I purchased the car:
http://318ti.org/forum/showthread.php?t=15765

As ordered:

Type code CG73
Type 318TI (USA)
Dev....
Forum: US and North America 02-03-2011, 02:58 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 16,081
Posted By gimp
I actually did get your PM. If you don't get a...

I actually did get your PM. If you don't get a response, let me know!
Forum: US and North America 02-02-2011, 04:49 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 16,081
Posted By gimp
If the M44 comes out, only a LSx will go in.

If the M44 comes out, only a LSx will go in.
Forum: US and North America 02-01-2011, 05:21 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 16,081
Posted By gimp
Well, it's a 14 year old car, so everything is...

Well, it's a 14 year old car, so everything is excellent where it can be, and honestly disclosed if it isn't. Thanks for the kind words.



Don't tempt me (or allow my fiance to see this).
Forum: US and North America 01-31-2011, 11:44 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 16,081
Posted By gimp
I may not. I love the car, but I'm also getting...

I may not. I love the car, but I'm also getting old (lol) and wouldn't mind something a little more comfortable. Looking at a new DS ride.
Forum: US and North America 01-31-2011, 06:30 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 16,081
Posted By gimp
Updated some things I forgot about. I'll put...

Updated some things I forgot about. I'll put exact mileage on things tonight. I'm looking for feedback on the potential sale, so feel free to post here or PM me.
Forum: US and North America 01-31-2011, 03:23 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 16,081
Posted By gimp
1996 318ti - Daily Driver/FSP Autocrosser

Update: No longer a feeler. Car is officially for sale.

So I'm putting a feeler out for my car. I'm considering moving on, but I wanted to check with the community first to see if there is A)...
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