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Engine + Driveline / Really bad mileage

« on: May 24, 2011, 12:54:34 AM »

They aren't fouled/don't appear to be excessively rich. Rather odd.

Thanks for the PN. What I was going to buy is 0280150556 which according to MotorMan is a cross reference for the F2TE-A3A. Excellent!

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Engine + Driveline / Really bad mileage

« on: May 23, 2011, 09:21:00 AM »

You read my mind Dave! I'm bidding on some Ford/Bosch yellow tops, but not the skinny type that doesn't clip in. Super sketchy that so many people are using injectors that do not mount properly.. I have had properly mounted properly shaped injectors pop out on my e36 before due to weak clips, and a bent/not seated clip is sure to come out...

Anyway, glad to see injectors were on your mind too! Thanks sir.

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Engine + Driveline / Really bad mileage

« on: May 22, 2011, 07:27:05 PM »

Evening 42ers! I just finished up a motor replacement in my gf's 318i and its getting horrid mileage. ~17mpg over 5 tanks, mpg=miles/gallons of course. The car is not entirely smooth at idle. Nearly, but not fully.

New parts:
*All timing chain components - M20 fly so used an indicator + cam blocks to set timing
*COP Conversion (new coils)
*Plugs
*O2
*Air filter
*Dyno oil (first oil change on new to us motor, will go to synthetic shortly)
*Deleted TB heater BS

Unrelated:
*All gaskets minus HG
*WP/Tstat
*M20 clutch/fly (Maybe cause of issues?)
*Compression is all even at 220psi/cyl

I scoped all sensors, everything looked good - The O2 was a bit lazy at around 800ms so I replaced it, but the new one is not really any better.... Weird its not <500ms like normal.. And nor is the MPG. So looks like I have an almost-new O2 FS...

Any input would rock, I'm getting fed up with this 4 cylinder lol. Shoulda done an M50 swap, better MPG and more power/reliability/cheaper!! :mad:

Thanks much
Roman

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Electrical / Temperature gauge fluctuating

« on: May 22, 2011, 06:21:03 PM »

Thanks Dave, my eta has this issue. I'll have to pull the cluster and look for loose ish! Thanks!

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For Sale / The Ultimate COP FS Thread

« on: June 15, 2010, 03:10:25 PM »

So far I've sent PM's and emails, and heard nothing back... Can we get the ball moving? I need a bracket ASAP.

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For Sale / The Ultimate COP FS Thread

« on: June 13, 2010, 02:01:58 PM »

Bump

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For Sale / E30 M42 engine part out

« on: June 13, 2010, 01:50:22 PM »

I have it. I can get some pictures of it this afternoon. It appears fine, short of some bent valves. PM me.

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For Sale / E30 M42 engine part out

« on: June 07, 2010, 03:47:45 PM »

All parts have ~195k on them. Parts are pretty greasy in pictures – they will be hit with a pressure washer and lightly oiled after to prevent oxidation/rust. If you desire sandblasting, it can be done at a fee but be aware that it’s a slow process and will be charged for accordingly.

M42 cylinder head – 8 bent valves, slipped timing chain, no apparent cracks - $50 + SH
M42 short block – Block, timing chain case, pistons, rods, crank, rear main cover included – cold head-off leakdown showed an even ~15% after the motor had been sitting for 2yrs+ - $200 + SH
M42 upper oil pan – $45 + SH
M42 oil filter housing – $30 + SH
M42 valve cover – $45 + SH
M42 spark plug wires – $40 + SH
M42 factory coil pack – Shows minor rust – $30 + SH
M42 upper & lower intake manifold – $50 + SH
M42 throttle body – $35 + SH
M42 lower timing cover – $25 + SH
M42 upper timing cover – $20 + SH
M42 factory header – $40 + SH
M42 AC bracket – $25 + SH
M42 thermostat housing – $10 + SH
M42 alternator – $30 + SH
M42 starter - $30 + SH

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WTB/WTT / WTB: M42 Motor - Oregon

« on: May 13, 2010, 12:12:03 PM »

I need a motor, in good condition, in Oregon or SW Washington. I'd consider driving to Seattle if the deal was right, but fuel is a bitch and I hate towing an empty trailer on the freeway..

I'd like to remove the oil pan and valve cover before taking delivery of it, I want to make sure the bearings all look kosher.

PM me.