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Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 03-29-2013, 07:43 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 171
Posted By yxd0018
not a single reply?

not a single reply?
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 03-26-2013, 06:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 171
Posted By yxd0018
touchpaint

Hi All,
I realize the paint at 328i trunk door is rusting as shown here rust paint (http://sdrv.ms/14tXar2). Not sure if touch paint fix it and if there is tips to do so.
Also door edge need fix...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 01-27-2013, 04:01 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 866
Posted By yxd0018
Thanks, I will stay with synth for every 5k miles.

Thanks, I will stay with synth for every 5k miles.
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 01-27-2013, 12:46 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 866
Posted By yxd0018
I've oil changed every 5k miles with 5w-30 full...

I've oil changed every 5k miles with 5w-30 full synthetic oil ($35 for 7 qt). It usually last a year since we don't drive a lot. After reading pelican's article about oil change and I'd like to know...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 01-25-2013, 10:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 250
Posted By yxd0018
Thanks for the quick response. Will try at home...

Thanks for the quick response. Will try at home tonight.
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 01-25-2013, 08:36 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 250
Posted By yxd0018
door bounce off while closing

Today it's only 13F outside. When I try to close the door, the door just bounce off. I have to try several times to make it lock so that I can apply alarm. It happened before. I vaguely remember it...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 01-24-2013, 02:39 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 866
Posted By yxd0018
Heard the scanner in autozone can only read part...

Heard the scanner in autozone can only read part of code. The full scanner cost 10k+.
Argued with boss but he changed the item description. Now he said it took mechanic 1 hr to get things done so...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 01-23-2013, 04:35 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 119
Posted By yxd0018
Any decent mechanic to suggest in northern NJ?

Not low-ball hourly rate and jack up the hours. Not just cheap labor and mess around. Not replace unnecessary items to be on the safe side. Not charge ala carte but by project. Not overcharge parts...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 01-23-2013, 03:55 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 866
Posted By yxd0018
after plugging new drain plug, the engine noise...

after plugging new drain plug, the engine noise happened once at the start. Will closely monitor it now.
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 01-23-2013, 12:56 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 866
Posted By yxd0018
OMG, the mechanic said to take out oil pan, he...

OMG, the mechanic said to take out oil pan, he has to lift the engine and labor cost $600. The oil pan itself cost another $600. Luckly the broken screw is still in the hole and mechanic is able to...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 01-22-2013, 08:23 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 866
Posted By yxd0018
saw the other thread about leaking oil due to...

saw the other thread about leaking oil due to whacked thread on the oil pan. I don't know if the thread on my oil pan is screwed up.
http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/showthread.php?t=438499
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 01-22-2013, 08:08 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 866
Posted By yxd0018
I saw oil pan plug online http://sdrv.ms/XWkfwe ...

I saw oil pan plug online http://sdrv.ms/XWkfwe
Does all E36 have the same plug? The plug I have doesn't seem to be broken as the surface is very smooth.
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 01-22-2013, 07:54 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 866
Posted By yxd0018
Should I tighten it up to its first resistance to...

Should I tighten it up to its first resistance to see if it leaks. Just like last time, if it leaks I will tighten more? Never thought the plug has so little thread.
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 01-22-2013, 07:46 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 866
Posted By yxd0018
I feel it tighten a bit then loose again. Did I...

I feel it tighten a bit then loose again. Did I destroy thread in the oil tank?
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 01-22-2013, 07:44 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 866
Posted By yxd0018
it seems the introducing small thread is broken...

it seems the introducing small thread is broken but the main thread is still there. How much should I tighten up to make sure it doesn't leak? I wish I haven't redone it.
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 01-22-2013, 07:40 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 866
Posted By yxd0018
picture from google drive....

picture from google drive. https://docs.google.com/file/d/0BymMjMhktTCqNUU3MkpzUWlYVFk/edit
Suggestion please. I was outside with gusty wind and minus degree.
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 01-22-2013, 07:36 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 866
Posted By yxd0018
hmm, I can see the picture even logging out of...

hmm, I can see the picture even logging out of skydrive. You don't?
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 01-22-2013, 07:13 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 866
Posted By yxd0018
plug is here. I torque too much. Nextby is the...

plug is here. I torque too much. Nextby is the washer coming with oil filter. http://sdrv.ms/SyP3nB
You can see the broken point of thread close to the top.
What should I do? buy new one from...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 01-22-2013, 06:55 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 866
Posted By yxd0018
disaster, the thread of the plug is whacked a...

disaster, the thread of the plug is whacked a little bit. I will post picture shortly
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 01-22-2013, 03:39 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 866
Posted By yxd0018
k, thanks. what about my #2 issue?

k, thanks. what about my #2 issue?
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 01-22-2013, 03:34 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 866
Posted By yxd0018
Damn, I see it in the package, but not in my...

Damn, I see it in the package, but not in my drain plug so I didn't. What can I do now?
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 01-22-2013, 03:15 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 866
Posted By yxd0018
first DIY oil change

Yesterday I did my first DIY oil change on my 1998 328i. I used a ramp and use precaution measures such as wheel choke and jack. It went ok. I thought I tightened the drain bolt but when I checked...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 01-17-2013, 09:55 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 931
Posted By yxd0018
A follow up question on the bleeding/flush,...

A follow up question on the bleeding/flush, should I push piston back? Cnce you open the brake line, what happens to the fluid or air in the caliper?
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 01-17-2013, 09:20 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 931
Posted By yxd0018
ok, so you are saying I can reuse my...

ok, so you are saying I can reuse my slightly-damaged new pad again with new rotor. That's good.
Can I use my regular 18v drill the allen screw out? It might not be stable when the car is only on...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 01-16-2013, 08:06 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 931
Posted By yxd0018
Spent 2 hr to take out the rotor screw and no...

Spent 2 hr to take out the rotor screw and no success. Also found the grooved rotor already made my new brake pad grooved and the other rotor also has some slightly uneven surface.
Now if I replace...
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