http://www.bimmerwerkz.com/forum/ BMW Forum - BimmerWerkz.com is a website/forum dedicated to the discussion of all BMW vehicles. We offer photo galleries, blogs, discussion topics which cover all BMW cars. en Mon, 20 May 2013 05:43:08 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.bimmerwerkz.com/forum/images/misc/rss.jpg http://www.bimmerwerkz.com/forum/ http://www.bimmerwerkz.com/forum/5-series-e12-e28-e34-e39/94-540i-fuel-pump-78633.html Mon, 20 May 2013 03:50:45 GMT Hey guys, I was wondering if anyone has experienced this:-
My car starts briefly and then dies as if starved of fuel. I think it may be the fuel pump but I'm not certain. How can I tell what the issue could be before I start buying parts? ]]> 5-Series (E12,E28, E34, E39, E60) Ruff Dimond http://www.bimmerwerkz.com/forum/5-series-e12-e28-e34-e39/94-540i-fuel-pump-78633.html http://www.bimmerwerkz.com/forum/3-series-e21-e30/starter-wiring-78625.html Sun, 19 May 2013 18:07:27 GMT 1985 BMW 325e

Recently installed a new starter and for the life of me I can't remember the wiring. I have a thick red wire with a small red wire connected to it, a thicker black wire, and a thin black and yellow wire. ]]> 3-Series (E21, E30) FrankysBMW http://www.bimmerwerkz.com/forum/3-series-e21-e30/starter-wiring-78625.html http://www.bimmerwerkz.com/forum/3-series-e46-e90/what-do-you-recommend-type-gas-78617.html Sun, 19 May 2013 03:15:55 GMT Hi from southern California! My friends who drive bimmers longer than I have warned me not to use arco gas and that I stick to 91 octane. Is the 91 octane gas from arco acceptable or should I switch to a top tier like Chevron? Hi from southern California! My friends who drive bimmers longer than I have warned me not to use arco gas and that I stick to 91 octane. Is the 91 octane gas from arco acceptable or should I switch to a top tier like Chevron? ]]> 3-Series (E46, E90) aris23 http://www.bimmerwerkz.com/forum/3-series-e46-e90/what-do-you-recommend-type-gas-78617.html http://www.bimmerwerkz.com/forum/3-series-e36/bmw-e36-5-0-radiator-78609.html Sun, 19 May 2013 00:47:32 GMT I have a 1992 325i with a ford 302. I was looking to buy a new radiator because of the hoses have a kink and the bottom hose goes really far and would heat up quick. I'm look to get a radiator with the top post on the passenger side and the bottom post on the driver side(reversed compared to a stock BMW e36 radiator). A radiator with little or no MOD would be nice just let me know. Thanks ]]> 3-Series (E36) 1992 318i http://www.bimmerwerkz.com/forum/3-series-e36/bmw-e36-5-0-radiator-78609.html http://www.bimmerwerkz.com/forum/new-members-check/hello-london-78601.html Sat, 18 May 2013 22:28:48 GMT Hi All, I have been browsing this site for a while now,figured i would join and see what goes for what in the bavarian motoring world. Regards Murdo Hi All,

I have been browsing this site for a while now,figured i would join and see what goes for what in the bavarian motoring world.

Regards

Murdo ]]> New Members Check In MurdoGuy http://www.bimmerwerkz.com/forum/new-members-check/hello-london-78601.html http://www.bimmerwerkz.com/forum/3-series-e46-e90/1996-bmw-328is-acceleration-78593.html Sat, 18 May 2013 15:08:26 GMT Hi Everyone,
I was driving my 1996 bmw 328is yesterday and when I turned a corner and pressed the gas pedal, nothing happened.
The gas pedal goes to the floor but it's like it's not being pressed, just idles.
I don't see mechanical linkage, it looks like it's voltage controlled.
Could it be a resistor or fuse?
Please help.
Thank you in advance.
Shawn ]]> 3-Series (E46, E90) delphi http://www.bimmerwerkz.com/forum/3-series-e46-e90/1996-bmw-328is-acceleration-78593.html http://www.bimmerwerkz.com/forum/3-series-e36/328i-heat-steering-problem-78585.html Sat, 18 May 2013 13:55:05 GMT My son has a 1997 328i that we just got out of storage. We stored it because the heat would not blow hot air. All fluids were full. This spring we put in a new thermostat and housing, a new water pump and fan clutch. During this process we noticed the expansion chamber had pieces busted on the... My son has a 1997 328i that we just got out of storage. We stored it because the heat would not blow hot air. All fluids were full.

This spring we put in a new thermostat and housing, a new water pump and fan clutch. During this process we noticed the expansion chamber had pieces busted on the inside. We cleaned them out hoping no big deal for now but do need to order a new one. I noticed the car does NOT have pressure in the radiator when the car was warm and it still blows cold air. Rev the engine and it gets only warm air. I was thinking airlock but it did this last fall to. Could the expansion chamber be the problem? I loosen the bleeder screw and can't get any fluid to come out and no pressure. Any ideas where to start looking for the problem?

Also, the steering now has a jerky feeling and hard to steer. Steering fluid is full and it worked fine before storage. Its a bad feeling and cannot be driven this way. No leaks anywhere to be seen. Any thoughts on what to do?

I always turn to this forum for problem solving and read all up on maintenance for my bmw,s. Being a semi new bmw owner I have learned a lot from this forum but this time I am stumped. Please help ]]> 3-Series (E36) fatcatsailor http://www.bimmerwerkz.com/forum/3-series-e36/328i-heat-steering-problem-78585.html http://www.bimmerwerkz.com/forum/3-series-e46-e90/square-staggered-tires-335xi-78577.html Sat, 18 May 2013 13:13:37 GMT I'm looking for performance summer tires for a 2008 335xi coupe. I don't have the sport package.

It looks like the sports package came with a staggered set-up....
225/40R18 front
255/35R18 rear
It seems the car pushes a little right now. Why did they go with a staggered set-up on an AWD car? Would it be better to stay with a square set-up in a different size?

If I go with a square set-up, what is the maximum size I can install on the front?
225/40R18 (25.09 OD)
235/40R18 (25.40 OD)
245/35R18 (24.75 OD)

If I go with a staggered set-up, can the drive-train handle a difference of 0.1" in OD between front and rear?
225/40R18 (25.09 OD) front
255/35R18 (25.03 OD) rear
or
235/40R18 (25.40 OD) front
265/35R18 (25.30 OD) rear

Other subject...Winter Tires! I'm planning on putting winter tires on the OEM wheels. I think the OEM wheels are 17x7.5...is that right? I'm looking at either a 215/50R17 (25.46 OD) or a 215/55R17 (26.31 OD). I measures the clearance around the front tire and it appears there is clearance for a 215/55R17 tire. The speedometer would actually be accurate with a 215/55R17 too because it's currently about 5% fast and it would give me another 1/2" of ground clearance in the winter. Has anybody installed 215/55R17 on a 335xi? Any problems? ]]> 3-Series (E46, E90) tb30570 http://www.bimmerwerkz.com/forum/3-series-e46-e90/square-staggered-tires-335xi-78577.html http://www.bimmerwerkz.com/forum/3-series-e46-e90/335xi-performance-bang-buck-78569.html Sat, 18 May 2013 12:39:59 GMT I just purchased a 2008 335xi coupe with a 6-speed manual. I'm interested in boosting the power but am not interested in throwing money at mods with little impact....don't tell me to buy a CAI.

I did a little looking around and it looks like the following might be a good start. Am i off path or is this a good place to start?

JB4 PNP (N54 Stage 3) plus BMS USB Cable combo
$509

BMS WW Quick Install Meth Kit w/ JB4 FSB Integration
$479

BMS 135i 335i 3" Performance Downpipes
$379

prices are from burgertuning

Do the BMS downpipes fit an 335xi or just the 335i? If I take the cat out of the down pipe, can i tune out the downstream o2 with the JB4 PNP? I'm not going to buy 50/50 meth/water. Is a meth kit worth it if i only run -30 degree F washer fluid? The info for the JB4 said it will automatically update the air/fuel for e85. Can you run e85 without going to higher flow injectors and fuel pump? how does the JB4 know what % of alcohol is in the fuel?....at wot is the air/fuel set by fixed table, automatically adjust based on a OEM o2 a wide band or are tables adjusted automatically based on air/fuel trim at low throttle?

I don't know anything about BMW's so any other suggestions would be appreciated. ]]> 3-Series (E46, E90) tb30570 http://www.bimmerwerkz.com/forum/3-series-e46-e90/335xi-performance-bang-buck-78569.html http://www.bimmerwerkz.com/forum/3-series-e46-e90/hi-i-need-help-please-78553.html Sat, 18 May 2013 06:32:04 GMT I have an 06 325i. A coding just came on cc-id260 and it has a picture of a light bulb with an exclamation point in it. I looked it up and cannot find anything on it. I tried looking at all my lights as well and they all work normally. Can someone help me and tell me what is wrong with it please I have an 06 325i. A coding just came on cc-id260 and it has a picture of a light bulb with an exclamation point in it. I looked it up and cannot find anything on it. I tried looking at all my lights as well and they all work normally. Can someone help me and tell me what is wrong with it please ]]> 3-Series (E46, E90) sledogg24 http://www.bimmerwerkz.com/forum/3-series-e46-e90/hi-i-need-help-please-78553.html http://www.bimmerwerkz.com/forum/california/bimmer-competition-cup-series-extremespeed-2013-a-78545.html Sat, 18 May 2013 06:05:33 GMT BMW Competition Cup Series / with Extremespeed BMW Competition Class Details Competition Dates Apr 20 Big Willow Springs May 4 Chuckwalla Raceway May 26 Streets of Willow Springs June 15 Big Willow Springs BMW Competition Cup Series / with Extremespeed
BMW Competition Class Details

Competition Dates


Apr 20 Big Willow Springs
May 4 Chuckwalla Raceway
May 26 Streets of Willow Springs
June 15 Big Willow Springs
Aug 24 Streets of Willow- Night event-4pm-Midnight
Sept 28 Chuckwalla Raceway
Nov 23 AAA Speedway
Dec 7 Buttonwillow Raceway
Dec 21 Big Willow Springs



Register at Home - Extreme Speed Track Events
Trophies and Awards will be giving to the winners
This is going to be a great BMW Series hope to see you drivers at the track

Suspension:
0.50 pts- OEM Springs w/aftermarket Shocks
1.00 pts- Aftermarket springs w/OEM Shocks
1.25 pts- BMW suspension Upgrade (M Suspension pkg on Non-M Suspension)
2.25 pts- Single adjustable coilovers suspension
3.25 pts- Double adjustable coilovers suspension
5.00 pts- Triple adjustable coilovers suspension
1.75 pts- Each adjustability (after triple only)

1.50 pts – Aftermarket front sway bar
1.00 pts – Aftermarket rear sway bar
5.00 pts – Aftermarket active suspension (OEM active suspension acceptable)
4.00 pts – Relocating suspension pick up points


Engine & Power

0.25 pts –High-flow cat
0.50 pts- Catalytic Converter removal
1.00 pts –Headers
1.75 pts– Intercooler
2.00 pts – Modified cooling components location (radiator, oil cooler, diff cooler, etc)
1.50 pts –Intake manifold (Including swaps)
1.50pts- Cat-back exhaust
2.00 pts- Turbo downpipe
1.00 pts- Aftermarket ECU reflash/chip (N/A motors)
3.00 pts – Aftermarket ECU reflash/chip (turbo motors)
5.00 pts- Aftermarket force induction (turbo and supercharger kits)
3.00 pts – Modifying existing turbos (including wastegate)
3.50 pts- Standalone units
1.50 pts- Aftermarket upgraded camshaft
2.50 pts – Internal engine modifications (including rods, camshaft, pistons)
4.00 pts- Bore and stroke modifications
3.50 pts- Nitrous Oxide System
0.00 pts – Engine swaps will be automatically bumped into engine category


Wheels, Tires, & Brakes

0.00 pts – Wheels
1.75 pts – Brake ducts
0.75 pts – Aftermarket brakes pads
0.75 pts – Upgraded BMW sliders & calipers
1.50 pts – Front big brake kits
1.75 pts – Front and rear big brake kits
0.00 pts – Street tire UQTG treadwear rating at 140+
-1.00 pts – Street tire UQTG treadwear rating at 220+
4.00 pts – Street tire UQTG treadwear ratings at 100+
6.00 pts – Street tire UQTG treadwear ratings at 80+
8.50 pts – Street tire UQTG treadwear ratings at 40+
1.50 pts – 10mm above class max size
3.00 pts – 20mm above class max size
Aerodynamics

0.50 pts – Modified front bumper (including aftermarket & CSL splitter)
0.50 pts – Modified rear bumper (including aftermarket )
0.50 pts - Modified & aftermarket trunk
0.50 pts – Modified & aftermarket hood
2.00 pts – Front splitters (under 3inches)
3.50 pts – Front splitters (over 3inches)
1.00 pts – Canards and dive points
1.50 pts – Modified & aftermarket rear diffuser
2.50 pts – Flat underbody w/diffuser
0.50 pts – Aftermarket or upgraded OEM trunk spoiler/lip
3.00 pts – Aftermarket wing (up to 60inches wide)
3.75 pts – Aftermarket wing (over 60inches wide)
5.00 pts – Multi elements &/or active wings
0.50 pts – Gurney Flap
2.50 pts – Wide body/ over fenders, body kits


Miscellaneous

1.50 pts – Differential changes (Ratio, LSD, Lockup)
1.00 pts - Aftermarket steering wheel
1.50 pts – Aftermarket flywheel & clutch
1.00 pts – Weight reduction ( per each 100 pounds) ]]> California pierce http://www.bimmerwerkz.com/forum/california/bimmer-competition-cup-series-extremespeed-2013-a-78545.html http://www.bimmerwerkz.com/forum/california/110-track-day-willow-springs-streets-78537.html Sat, 18 May 2013 06:02:59 GMT Extremespeedtrackevents will be at Willow Springs-Streets of Willow in SoCal- May 25-26 for a track day, Special track day price of only $110.00 DISCOUNT CODE IS ( sow29 ) Any Questions email sung@extremespeedtrackevents.com Register here- Home - Extreme Speed Track Events... Extremespeedtrackevents will be at Willow Springs-Streets of Willow
in SoCal-
May 25-26 for a track day, Special track day price of only $110.00
DISCOUNT CODE IS ( sow29 )
Any Questions email sung@extremespeedtrackevents.com
Register here- Home - Extreme Speed Track Events
Must register before May 25th

Free Basic on track instruction for beginners and all drivers
Free timing for all drivers
Free lunch for all drivers ]]> California pierce http://www.bimmerwerkz.com/forum/california/110-track-day-willow-springs-streets-78537.html http://www.bimmerwerkz.com/forum/5-series-e12-e28-e34-e39/new-member-any-scca-auto-crossers-78529.html Sat, 18 May 2013 00:11:34 GMT Hey All. New member here. I've had my 03 540i M-Sport for about 2 years now. Love the car. Was wondering if there are any other SCCA members here auto crossing their 5 Series? I've done pretty well stuck in F-Stock class against v8 Mustangs and Camaros. Here are a few vids I've made from the last event. Enjoy

STBR SCCA Red Course Saturday May 2013 Practice Run 2 2003 BMW 540i M-Sport - YouTube

STBR SCCA Red Course Saturday May 2013 Practice Run 5 - 2003 BMW 540i M-Sport - YouTube

STBR SCCA May 2003 Red Course Sunday Run 4 2003 BMW 540i M-Sport - YouTube

What the beast looks like
2003 BMW 540i M-Sport launch - YouTube ]]> 5-Series (E12,E28, E34, E39, E60) Noz-e8tr http://www.bimmerwerkz.com/forum/5-series-e12-e28-e34-e39/new-member-any-scca-auto-crossers-78529.html http://www.bimmerwerkz.com/forum/new-members-check/howdy-arizona-78521.html Fri, 17 May 2013 23:00:01 GMT Mike Mike ]]> New Members Check In genuinearizona http://www.bimmerwerkz.com/forum/new-members-check/howdy-arizona-78521.html http://www.bimmerwerkz.com/forum/north-east/volkstreffen-june-8th-2013-a-78513.html Fri, 17 May 2013 01:58:56 GMT The Volkstreffen Revolution starts in Millville, NJ Volkswagen, Porsche, Audi, BMW and even Opel enthusiasts from around North America are gathering in Millville, NJ for a day of German food, beer, cars and fun Millville, NJ – June 8th 2013: Volkswagen, Porsche, Audi, BMW and Opel enthusiasts... The Volkstreffen Revolution starts in Millville, NJ

Volkswagen, Porsche, Audi, BMW and even Opel enthusiasts from around North America are gathering in Millville, NJ for a day of German food, beer, cars and fun
Millville, NJ – June 8th 2013: Volkswagen, Porsche, Audi, BMW and Opel enthusiasts will be displaying their cars on the infield paddock of the Lightning Raceway. The gates will open at 8am and the event will run all day.
Everyone will have the chance to taste authentic German foods, and wash it down with a German beer in our beer garden. If that’s not to your taste the concessions will be open as well.
We will have local and national vendors on hand selling all types of performance parts, accessories and clothing.
On Friday night there will be specials at the Finish Line Pub for Campers and Pre-registered participants that take advantage of the track time.
For more information on the event or to register your car please visit Home | Volkstreffen ]]> North East Volkstreffen http://www.bimmerwerkz.com/forum/north-east/volkstreffen-june-8th-2013-a-78513.html