Bimmerforums - The Ultimate BMW Forum http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/ Bimmerforums is the preferred online BMW Forum and community for BMW owners. At Bimmerforums, you will find technical how-to information maintenance specifics audio advice wheel and tire combinations and model specific details not found anywhere else. Our professionals are here to help make sure you find the answers you need to your questions and our community is here to help other brainstorm ideas for the future. en Thu, 17 May 2012 07:16:33 GMT vBulletin 60 http://images.bimmerforums.com/vb3images/misc/rss.jpg Bimmerforums - The Ultimate BMW Forum http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/ I want http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837798&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 06:55:28 GMT Looking to buy a black/black e36 m3 coupe

I'm in LA, and would be willing drive within CA.

$5-6k, under 188k miles

Let me know if you have something I might be interested in.

Thanks! ]]> mokeno http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837798 Getrag transmissions made in china??? http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837796&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 06:46:04 GMT So lately I've been seeing that alot of mustang owners are complaining about faulty trannies that come specifically with the new 5.0

So anyway I saw a bunch of reports that state the company ( Getrag ) that supplies ford and BMW 's as well apparently make their transmissions in china???

Can anybody shed a little light on this ?

Here's an interesting article....

For the most part the 2011+ Mustang has been void of any major problems, but if anything has caused trouble it’s the transmission. The Chinese-built Getrag MT-82 6-speed has already been the subject of one TSB regarding cold shifting problems, but many owners have reported more serious issues including binding gears, difficulty engaging in shifts and excessive noise and vibration.

To the dismay of many owners Ford has remained silent regarding the transmission issues, but it appears that the issue hasn’t gone completely unnoticed. Today the NHTSA announced that it is opening an investigation into transmission problems, reporting that they had received 32 complaints from owners regarding a sudden inability to shift into gear. According to the Detroit News, “some reports said incidents occurred while merging into high speed traffic, while others said incidents occurred while turning left across oncoming traffic.” The government agency will be taking a closer look at approximately 26,000 Mustangs that could potentially have the problem.

After the announcement Ford did acknowledge that they are aware of the problem. “We will fully cooperate with the government as they review this matter,” commented a company spokesperson.

Now apparently there was a recall done on te f150,navi and mustang because the automatics won't go in reverse and a few other things as well.

Does Getrag just supply ford with Chinese transmissions or do we get them also??? ]]> General BMW Discussions sponsored by Intercity Lines Stratman335 http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837796 New Mods before Bimmerfest.. http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837795&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 06:36:36 GMT I just did a few things before bimmerfest. I wanted to get tint too, but whatever, I'll do it after.

Anyone else do anything special to get their car ready for the show?


New Lights

M5 Bumper & Black Grill

(2)12's + 1200 watt amp

Magnaflow Exhaust ]]> 1996 - 2003 (E39) cali528i http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837795 BBS Lips http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837794&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 06:33:25 GMT Where is the best place (cheapest) to find bbs 3-piece 17" lips? I have done some searching and not really came up with anything. Thank you for any info in advance. ]]> Knux614 http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837794 area around the gear shift get hot http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837793&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 06:27:03 GMT ... really hot. so hot that it feels like the heater is on. am I missing a heat shield or... ... really hot. so hot that it feels like the heater is on. am I missing a heat shield or something? at first I thought the heater has gone crazy but it's definitely something from underneath the car.

p.s. I bought the car a few days ago so I have no idea what "repair" might have caused that... ]]> 1992 - 1999 M3 (E36) stefanom3 http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837793 No radiator fan shroud? http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837791&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 06:23:39 GMT Yeah I can tell I don't have one and neither does my car :D

But the question is; is my car supposed to? '81 w/ AC, Behr radiator.

Looked at realoem and they show no differences between A/C and non-A/C cars as far as radiators, shrouds, fans etc.

Don't want to get stuck with one that doesn't fit.

Yeah got pic;

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]]> 1975 - 1983 (E21) 02inTheRockies http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837791 4HP22 Fluid Capacity http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837790&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 06:10:19 GMT Can someone please tell me what the FULL fluid capacity of the 4HP22 gearbox from the 535i is? I... Can someone please tell me what the FULL fluid capacity of the 4HP22 gearbox from the 535i is? I know it's 3L for a service, but I need the full fill because we removed and resealed it.

That or please link me to the topic/information that I so obviously missed and make me feel stupid, because I've just spent over an hour looking for it! It has GOT to exist in public information. I can't even find it in Bentley's!?

Is there any reason it's so hard to find? All the information on my A4S325R for my 330i is really easy to find... ]]> 1988 - 1996 (E34) trive2 http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837790 E36 Style 5 and contours http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837789&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 06:03:48 GMT I have a little bit of everything I have a style 5 with no bolts ill let go for 125 plus shipping ... I have a little bit of everything I have a style 5 with no bolts ill let go for 125 plus shipping

I have a 7.5 contour and and an 8.5 contour that I'll let go for 80 plus shipping each

I really need money but these ASAP!!! ]]> Wheels and Tires yoyoyo http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837789 2000 330ci key central locking help... http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837788&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 06:01:30 GMT I bought this car yesterday having window problems and central locking issues! I have all 4 keys... I bought this car yesterday having window problems and central locking issues! I have all 4 keys etc.... The two master keys will not lock or open car with the remotes but they do work cause they will open the boot, and when u lock the car manually it just locks drives door not passenger. HELP would be great... Lovely car but hope we ain't been sold a reck :( gutted at the moment and was so excited to buy. ]]> General BMW Discussions sponsored by Intercity Lines ScottLisa321 http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837788 <![CDATA[Anyone running G/C's on an IX?]]> http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837787&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 05:57:11 GMT Ever since I bought my IX two years ago, I have dreamt of lowering it. I know a few places sell... Ever since I bought my IX two years ago, I have dreamt of lowering it. I know a few places sell springs, but I would love to run coils. The other day, while researching buying coils for my M20 swapped E21, I noticed G/C sells a kit specifically for IX's. Anyone on here running them or something along those lines? ]]> 1983 - 1991 (E30) Unique320 http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837787 Fuel filter http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837785&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 05:54:35 GMT Where is it??? I totally over looked replacing this. Where is it and anything special I need to... Where is it??? I totally over looked replacing this. Where is it and anything special I need to know about replacing it? ]]> 1995 - 2001 (E38) sigtwenty http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837785 AC stop blowing cold after 60mph http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837784&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 05:51:16 GMT so my AC blows get really cold driving threw the city but as soon as i get on the highway & pass 60mph it stops blowing cold air.. does anyone know what the problem might be? ]]> 1991 - 1999 (E36) dr809 http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837784 New owner of an e36 m3. http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837783&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 05:40:33 GMT As of yesterday I picked up an Estoril blue e36 m3. '97 137k on the clock.
Figured I would post for once instead of aimlessly lurking.

:buttrock

]]> General BMW Discussions sponsored by Intercity Lines scubasimon http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837783 1985 635csi for sale http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837782&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 05:39:27 GMT Just register today to sell my 1985 635csi, european model, 6 cyl, seats, windows, mirrors,... Just register today to sell my 1985 635csi, european model, 6 cyl, seats, windows, mirrors, headrest, and rooftop electric.
blue color, about 125000 original miles, need some work, driving conditions.
$ 4000.00 firm
call if you have more questions. 626 354-0391 ]]> 1976 - 1989 (E24) Gabrielrod http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837782 No fuel no start http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837781&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 05:34:07 GMT Hi I am new at this and would appreciate any help I can get. I have had my 86 L7 for about a year.... Hi I am new at this and would appreciate any help I can get. I have had my 86 L7 for about a year. If I am on the wrong forum please let me know I don't see anything that lists the L7. I cannot get the car to start. It turns over just fine. I do not seem to be getting any power to the fuel system. I do not seem to have any power at the fuel pump relay. I do not know the pin outs or the wire color code to know what should be a constant hot, ground, input voltage, or output to the pump. I am tearing out my hair (and I don't have any to spare) trying to figure out where the turn on signal for the fuel system comes from and how to trace it. Normally I could hear the fuel pump turn on for a few seconds when I first turned the key. Now I hear nothing. I ran a hot wire back to the fuel pump and it runs just fine. I even drove the car to storage by using that way to make the car start. How can I troubleshoot the electrical side of the fuel system? Is there a high pressure electrical cut off somewhere I should be checking? I have swapped the relay with no change, I have also tried swapping the ECU unit with no change. ]]> 1978 - 1987 (E23) johog http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837781