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Hello All, I've been having some difficulty starting my 86 535i (usa) on particularly cold mornings. Cranks strong and steady, but doesn't catch. After the...
Some more info here would help, how many miles, were the valves adjusted when the compression was checked?, was 4 50lbs low or was it 50 lbs, what was the...
Had the same problem on my 533i and I went back to the original plug number-started perfect. I was using Bosch Platinum single electrode plugs. I think I...
Currently have 156,000 miles. Valves were not adjusted. Reading on cylinder 4 was 50 lbs. Don't have the readings in front of me, but recall that the other...
Theres your problem - get standard Bosch plugs for the car - they don't like the platinums, also get the valves adjusted!! and forget the rebuild in a bottle...
... I had heard from a friend / BMW mechanic that I should only use copper plugs in my motor. He explained that copper spark plugs run hotter and are better...
... Update on dead car. Went out this morning at around 7:30am. Unlocked driver door with key. Heard the solenoids in the other doors weakly move. Hmmm. ...
my 1987 528i has been sat on the driveway for two years and due to work and family i will never get it on the road again. i have decided to break it for parts...
when my 85 535 had a REALLY dead battery, it didn't have enough voltage for the engine computer to operate - no start. I couldnlt bump start either. The ...
Sounds like you have a short in your Battery. As soon as you place a load on the unit it will arc over and kill everything. This is caused by the plates in the...
Given that this list is worldwide, please let the group know where the car is located. There are many from the states, there are also folks from Down Under....
... This morning, I did a quick voltage check on the battery. 12.2 while connected to the car. Disconnected the battery for 15 minutes, checked again. Same ...
OK. I got the car "in the system" at the US border crossing. The owner has the recall letter from the dealer. Canadian insurance is mandated by law for 14 days...
Hi, Have you considered buying a transit permit from the state of PA? This should get you to the border, where you can get the Ontario trip permit for the...
I figure this is BMW related. Correct me if this violates anything. I have an Aug 2004 and March 2006-January 2007 magazines. Sadly there are no e28's...
I seem have a problem with my check control. I recently replaced the motor with another and the sump was different. On this one the oil level sensor is through...
Sorry about the title, you guys must get a lot of n00bs coming in here with that one, thought it'd get your attention. Anywho, to the point! I've got a 1986...
Sounds like more than one problem. Does the car crank? If no crank, then check battery terminals, battery ground connection and the wiring at the starter, all...
I have an e28 528e the will crank, but won't start. I am getting no power to the fuel pump or the distribitor. I was wondering if there was an inertia switch...
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the relay for main fuel pump (has a different configuration with regard to the prongs), have you checked that relay and fuses ? you could also check under...
Has anybody in the group ever installed a rearview mirror with maplights? Part#51 16 1 906 525 It has a male 2 pin connector. I can not locate a female...
So, I have a US e39 here in Canada. I had the RIV inspection and NO changes were required to pass, including daytime running lights. The insurance company, in...
Hi guys found the problem with siezing brakes - it turns out that the master cylinder is cast iron on this model not aluminium, removed master cyl and warmed...
