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Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 02-14-2012, 06:27 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 740
Posted By beberle
Drive both before you buy! I was in your shoes...

Drive both before you buy! I was in your shoes last week. Sub Outback/Ford Edge/E91. Total of over 400k miles on two BMWs (330i & 323it) in the last 8 years and looking for something that takes fewer...
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 02-14-2012, 05:35 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 648
Posted By beberle
328i E9x Common Problems?

I just purchase a sweet 2009 328i E91 sport/prem w/ 24k miles. I've owned 2 E46s for the last 8 years, so I'm no stranger to BMW's 'quirks'. 323it has 240k miles and 330i has 210k.

Can't...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 02-14-2012, 05:21 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 906
Posted By beberle
The 2000 & 2001 ZF transmissions had the 'weak'...

The 2000 & 2001 ZF transmissions had the 'weak' reverse drum. My 2001 330i failed at 150k miles and my 2000 323it failed at 230k miles, so I've had a little experience :cry: I kept the broken drum...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 11-30-2011, 04:34 PM
Replies: 450
Views: 180,726
Posted By beberle
2000 323it : 230k miles and not a problem. ...

2000 323it : 230k miles and not a problem.
2001 330i : reverse gear shattered at 150k miles. had it rebuilt and running strong at 202k.

Changed fluid and filter at ~80k miles on both. Need to...
Forum: General BMW 11-30-2011, 06:41 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 302
Posted By beberle
Turner Motorsports Catalytic Converters

Has anyone installed them? I'm at 202k miles and have the dreaded 'bank 2 inefficiency' code. They state 'OEM specs' and look good. The $400 price tag looks even better. Never thought I'd be happy...
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 11-30-2011, 06:27 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,186
Posted By beberle
My 323it is at 235k miles and the 330i is at 202k...

My 323it is at 235k miles and the 330i is at 202k miles. I did the 'older car as a commuter' thing for several years. I then woke up and smelled the coffee. If you're going to be stuck in a car for 2...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 03-15-2009, 04:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 547
Posted By beberle
I think my secondary air pump is shot. Getting...

I think my secondary air pump is shot. Getting the code 'secondary air system flow too low #4-6'. From what I've been reading, the car starts out too rich until the exhaust and O2 sensors warm up,...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 03-15-2009, 03:58 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,937
Posted By beberle
Replaced the seals on my 2000 323it w/ 150k...

Replaced the seals on my 2000 323it w/ 150k miles. Did it because I had to replace the valve cover gasket and it was worth trying with the valve cover already off. There MIGHT be a little more...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 02-10-2008, 08:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 542
Posted By beberle
Yeah, I figured it out. Actually survived this...

Yeah, I figured it out. Actually survived this DIY ;-) I posted a full DIY on e46 w/ pictures. Glad I don't have to do this one again... I hate working w/ coolant!
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 02-03-2008, 05:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 824
Posted By beberle
I love my Kumho's! I've been using them for...

I love my Kumho's! I've been using them for years. Only concern is snow; they're not snow rated. However, great in the rain. One of the best bang-for-buck tires out there.
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 02-01-2008, 12:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 542
Posted By beberle
Radiator DIY??

I've looked everywhere and can't find a E46 Radiator DIY. I've got all the hoses off, expansion tank's off, but it won't come out. Looks like AC lines attached to the radiator on the passenger...
Forum: Do-It-Yourself H.Q. 10-03-2005, 04:38 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 930
Posted By beberle
I've done them on my 323it and 330i. There are...

I've done them on my 323it and 330i. There are two belts and two tensioners. Helps to have an extended 1/2" drive handle because of the tension needed to release the belts. You can do both from...
Forum: 3 Series / 4 Series 12-05-2004, 03:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 764
Posted By beberle
Exclamation Smoking mirror switch!!

Yikes!
The mirror switch in my '01 330i fried this afternoon... dense cloud of white smoke coming out of the armrest. I was adjusting the passenger mirror when it happened. Anyone heard of this...
Forum: 3 Series / 4 Series 07-15-2004, 04:02 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,017
Posted By beberle
'Grease after every oil change and inspection'?? ...

'Grease after every oil change and inspection'?? Mine's been through 3 and I can attest to the fact that there has never been any grease applied to the hubs.
I think the engineering of the...
Forum: 3 Series / 4 Series 07-14-2004, 11:51 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,017
Posted By beberle
Thumbs down Changing Pads and Rotors...

What a pain! I've done brake work on my cars for the last 15 years, my 2000 323it was the worst of the bunch!
- What's up with the wheels freezing to the hubs? Took me 15min each to work the...
Forum: 3 Series / 4 Series 04-14-2004, 03:49 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,861
Posted By beberle
Sorry Mike, I won't get home until tomorrow...

Sorry Mike,
I won't get home until tomorrow afternoon :dunno: I have simple advice like: give up on the Bentley and just use a light probe or voltmeter to find which-wires-do-what. Brown is...
Forum: 3 Series / 4 Series 04-13-2004, 06:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 626
Posted By beberle
Thumbs up Many trailer hitches require drilling for...

Many trailer hitches require drilling for installation. Most just require drilling into the frame instead of of the spare tire well.
I drilled then de-burred the holes. Covered the holes with...
Forum: 3 Series / 4 Series 04-13-2004, 06:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,861
Posted By beberle
You won't have any problem with a 4x8 :-) My...

You won't have any problem with a 4x8 :-) My trailer weighs about 500lbs and my bike is about 440lbs.
You WILL need a Reese light kit or something similar so that you don't put a current draw...
Forum: 3 Series / 4 Series 04-12-2004, 04:34 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,033
Posted By beberle
The Atlanta auto show made my mind up. I got a...

The Atlanta auto show made my mind up. I got a chance to sit in every conceivable car I've been looking at: RX-8, 350z, G35, AcuraTL, X3... The G35 is a great-driving car, but the interior just...
Forum: 3 Series / 4 Series 04-12-2004, 04:25 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 626
Posted By beberle
Completed hitch install

:thumbup:
I took my 'rig' on a test-run yesterday and couldn't be more pleased! I installed a Ga'lan classI hitch with a Reese light adapter. My 2000 323iT pulls my ZX-9 easier than my Trooper...
Forum: Do-It-Yourself H.Q. 04-09-2004, 04:33 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 970
Posted By beberle
So I haven't developed Alzhimer's yet... whew! I...

So I haven't developed Alzhimer's yet... whew! I was worried. Is there a DIY posted anywhere? I've searched several sites w/ no luck on color-codes. Otherwise I'll just pull out the light probe,...
Forum: Do-It-Yourself H.Q. 04-08-2004, 05:08 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 970
Posted By beberle
Deciphering Bentley wiring diagrams...

:dunno: I've got a headache. I've been a DIYer for 20 years, but this is my first BMW. Ouch! How do you read the Bentley wiring diagram? All I want to know is the tail light wire...
Forum: 3 Series / 4 Series 04-08-2004, 04:00 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,003
Posted By beberle
Does the 323it owners manual say anything about a...

Does the 323it owners manual say anything about a towing capacity?[/QUOTE]

No, It's nearly impossible to find anything in the states about towing w/ a 3 or 5 series. I've accepted the fact that...
Forum: 3 Series / 4 Series 04-06-2004, 03:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,003
Posted By beberle
Trailer hitch void warranty?

Just installed a hitch on my newly-purchased 323it... and didn't even think about the warranty! I have a year left on the bumper-to-bumper and 3 left on the extended. Would hate to have warranty...
Forum: 3 Series / 4 Series 04-06-2004, 03:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 518
Posted By beberle
Thanks for the heads-up. Do the D-pillars have...

Thanks for the heads-up. Do the D-pillars have clips as well as screws? I hate pulling clips! ;-)
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