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Engine + Driveline / Transmission bad. What happened?

« on: April 23, 2014, 06:23:38 PM »

So i thought the release bearing was bad based on bearing noise going away when clutch pushed in. Pulled trans. Release bearing tight. Spun input shaft and grindy grindy! Popped off shaft cover and bingo! Ball bearings missing and little plastic bits inside. This ever happen to anyone? Also, pressure plate fingers show a little bit of uneven wear. Should i replace plate too?

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M42 Buyer's Guide / Re: new member. just got a 318IS anyone recognize?

« on: October 09, 2013, 09:17:26 AM »

thanks dave! the goal for this one is just to maintain whats there. And i believe you are correct. dont think there will be other bmws that feel like this and the 2002. Probably why the value of these cars seem to be increasing!

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M42 Buyer's Guide / Re: new member. just got a 318IS anyone recognize?

« on: October 08, 2013, 01:36:59 PM »

take 2

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M42 Buyer's Guide / new member. just got a 318IS anyone recognize?

« on: October 08, 2013, 01:33:28 PM »

hello everyone! love this site. ive been building 2002s and e30s for years but this is my first m42 powered version. wanted to post here so future buyers and sellers could get an idea of pricing vs condition. car is a 1991 318IS white with black interior. 5 speed. salvage title but dont care. runs and drives very well. no running noises. short shift, chip, all suspension recently redone/upgraded, bilstiens, poly bushings, etc. nonadjustable and cracked driver seat, super cracked dash, small dent in rear. prob bout 200k on engine and 100k on trans. engine has some blow by but still smooth and peppy. lots of records. paid 1400$ felt it was about right. if dash, seats were in better shape id have gladly paid more. very happy over all. fun little car
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