Hi guys, I want to change the fluids in the diff and gearbox on #65, and replace with synthetics if feasable. Are there a list of equivalent fluids that I can...
I wouldn't muck around with anything in the diff at least - there isn't an alternative to the recommended BMW oil for the LSD unless you reckon you know better...
Hi Ian, I didn't think the LE's came with an LSD as standard? What do BMW recommend in the gearbox? I know it's an ATF derivative of some sort. Rob. ...
Hi Again, Does anyone know the difference between the aluminiun and steel contol arms on the e34? I notice that realoem specifies steel arms for the LE, yet...
Hi Rob, Ian has an M5, hence the LSD. As you say, the LE was not equiped with an LSD as standard. Sadly, BMW thought that the traction control was all you...
Hi Geoff, I had a bit of a look in the manual and it doesn't seem to specify a fluid, rather to go to the stealer for the fluid changes. Will send some emails...
Hi guys, I had Bee Emms change the gearbox oil in my E39 540i manual last service as what ever was in it before was making the gear change very slow and heavy ...
Michael Frankcombe
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May 3, 2009 11:01 am
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Hi Mick, #65 is pretty sluggish on shifts when cold too. You and I have the same trans so I expect the fluids will be the same. See if you can find out what...
Rob, With my rear shocks it will be oversteer central - haven't got the bilsteins yet (spending too much money on the house). Might have to the leave ASC on!!...
Michael Frankcombe
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May 3, 2009 1:28 pm
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Hi Michael, Bout the shocks, I have a good condition complete set of used ones that came out of my English E34 M5 Sedan that I will not use. Let me know if...
G'day Brett, Yep I'm interested for sure. Please call me on 0406 380919 when you get a chance. _____ From: BMW540iLE@yahoogroups.com...
Michael Frankcombe
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May 7, 2009 11:18 am
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Mick, Don't forget your e39 uses a different suspension system to e34. The shocks are bound to be diferent too. Rob. ________________________________ From:...
Guy's, Concerning Diffs? Looks like I need to replace some time worn seals on mine, Just got a quote from the stealers of $269.20 for 3 seals, which I need to...
Yeah – Patrick, or your local bearing service. I’d hop down to the local bearing service myself. Without searching out the invoice, I can’t remember...
Damn-it! I just personally shook Patrick's hand in Glendale, California not less than 3 days ago now when I went there as part of a holiday in the states! I...
The thought had crossed my mind as well. Just went for a blurt across the old Bulahdelah Range in the rain. It hung pretty well considering the rain, changes...
Michael Frankcombe
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May 8, 2009 8:23 am
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My wife's got the unofficial speed record across there in a Gemini! Great piece of road, so is the bit between Nabiac and Krambach. Â ...
Now these look interesting: Ebay item: 300313382546 Looks like they are custom made to order, so plenty for all of us. Not cheap, but extractors for our cars...
David, I'd be curious as to the performance increase, and whether there are any fitment issues with the manual trans. Rob. ________________________________ ...
Hi David, is this the same mob you have dealt with before? The pipes look very nice, and the price is excellent. I was thinking the same thing as Robert, will...
Geoff - yes, it is the same mob. I have asked and have been told that they were made for the auto, but will also fit the manual. Not sure whether to trust...
Hi David, at the price they are probably worth a try, so long as they were happy to refund your money (including freight) if they don't fit. The problem is...
In case anyone is looking for a set of semi-slicks to suit a set of throwing stars, these look like a good buy: Ebay item 250423316924 (No interest in them...
Well I've done the changes and I used Penrite sin ATF in the box and sin 75w/80 in the diff. That's what Penrite recommended to me, so we'll see how we go. ...
Hi Robert, That's the same items I used when putting my M5 Touring (recreation) together, now I have a pinion seal to replace on my diff. Still don't believe...
Hi Brett, I'll keep a close eye on the pinion seal. I'd suppose a car with 280000 kays would be bound to have seals that are worn. I just did a pinion seal in...
OK, I have bought a set. I will have them ceramic coated before fitting (to minimise heat under the bonnet) and will get the car retuned afterwards to ensure...
Hi David, I'll be keen to see the result. Talk on the Valiant forums lately about headers has proved interesting. Headers of that type have been known to...
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