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WTB/WTT / e30 front bumper cover/valance

« on: September 18, 2014, 10:36:22 AM »

Looking for a late model front plastic bumper cover as well as front valance. Preferably black or schwarz. Will pay for shipping if the price for the bumper/valance is descent. They don't have to be in perfect shape, but I would like them to at least be complete. (See my bumper/valance pictures for reference) Also looking for a driver side front fender..

This is what I have on the car..




Located in 47408

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Member Profiles / Re: Dirty D

« on: September 08, 2014, 04:14:09 PM »

Alright, here is what I am dealing with:









I guess I will have to get a set of easy-out drill bits like you said, those bumper bolts are stripped like no ones business. What are the left handed bits for?

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Member Profiles / Re: JOLLE21 - M42 Swap - 1980 320i - E21

« on: September 05, 2014, 10:35:41 AM »

Wow what a beautiful build! That M42 looks MUCH more at home then the other... This makes me want to buy up an e21 and do this same swap. Thanks for the inspiration, and keep up the good work. Any recent updates? How is it coming along?

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Member Profiles / Re: Dirty D

« on: September 05, 2014, 10:30:28 AM »

Okay guys I have a question, I am doing a little body work and I am trying to get the front valance off. Do I have to take the front bumper off to get to it? If so, whoever took it off/put it on last stripped both of the main bolts holding the bumper on, how do I go about getting this bugger off?

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Member Profiles / Re: Dirty D

« on: August 31, 2014, 10:00:13 AM »

Control arms, ball joins, tie rods, etc are my next step to keeping my baby on the road. Been looking for cheap price but quality parts, currently looking at this ebay set but I am skeptical, what do you guys think? http://www.ebay.com/itm/230908244254?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

I think your skepticism is warranted whenever something is described as "OE style". Suspension parts are too much trouble and work to skimp on quality.

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Transaction Feedback / Re: DesktopDave

« on: August 30, 2014, 02:15:10 PM »

Just bought a few interior parts from Dave, as the others said it came packed very well, great shape, and arrived in a few days. He is willing to work with you and is a very friendly guy! Definitely a great seller, will more then likely purchase from him again.

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WTB/WTT / Re: WTB: Schwartz body parts (e30)

« on: August 27, 2014, 10:20:35 AM »

Updated.

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Member Profiles / Re: Dirty D

« on: August 27, 2014, 10:10:35 AM »

Small update..

Done quite a bit to my baby since I have posted in this topic. Replaced the transmission a while back, replaced front rotors and pads, replaced the thermostat and the housing piece. Did the valve cover gasket and all the timing components looked alright (to my knowledge) but I will post a picture/video here to see what you guys think. I would love to replace the whole timing set up, just not sure how much everything would cost. About to replace the blower motor before winter rolls in. Looking to replace all the front control arm stuff to tighten up the front end (she is a bit loose in the corners). Fresh filters all around, new belt (singular). Looking to do the power steering and AC delete, the PS pump leaks, and since my blower stopped working I took the belt off of the AC. If anyone has any info on how to get rid of the non-converted old AC stuff, let me know. I don't want to drain it until I know the best way to do so.

Still grill-less, haven't found a driver side front fender (schwartz) and last time I tried I couldn't get my current fender off to beat on it so I can get the grill on there. Any tips would be appreciated!

Video of the inside:
http://youtu.be/fFUKtxaokAc

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How-To's / Re: e30 318is blower motor replacement help

« on: August 27, 2014, 09:00:04 AM »

Thanks for the replies everyone, I have already replaced the resistor and nothing happened. There is very little space in between the motor, firewall and wiring harness, wasn't sure if there was a handy dandy way of getting the wiring harness moved out of the way enough to pull the blower motor out.

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How-To's / e30 318is blower motor replacement help

« on: August 26, 2014, 06:22:57 PM »

Can't find any write ups geared for the m42 e30 blower motor replacement, does anyone have any useful tips to get the wiring harness out of the way? Maybe someone out there has access to a write up that I can't find? Any tips would be helpful!

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WTB/WTT / WTB: Schwartz body parts (e30)

« on: August 21, 2014, 10:42:58 AM »

I have a '91 318is (build date March 1991), I am looking for:
Driver side front fender
Front bumper
Hood
New timing chain components or extremely good condition used.

Looking to pick up locally near 47408 but will work with shipping or a pick up if you are close to Indiana.

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Engine + Driveline / Re: Manual Trans. Mounts

« on: March 19, 2013, 08:33:21 AM »

Thanks everyone! I found the parts I was looking for.

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Engine + Driveline / Manual Trans. Mounts

« on: March 17, 2013, 04:32:39 AM »

I can't find the e30 trans. mounts for the m42, does anyone have the part number?

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Off-topic discussion / Anyone ever put an m42 in a 325ix??

« on: January 18, 2013, 11:22:19 AM »

Do they even make the Touring models in the US?

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Off-topic discussion / Anyone ever put an m42 in a 325ix??

« on: January 17, 2013, 10:24:35 AM »

Thanks for spoiling my idea! hahaha just kidding! Maybe I'll just go for an e30 touring with an m42!