Door Catch Point

[taylor89]

On my 86 325es the driver side door won't seem to "catch" halfway into its swing. Where is the mechanism that does this and where can I get the parts to fix it?

Also, I took the car in to get the a/c replaced and the guy wants 1500 to get a new compressor, drier and expansion valve. This seemed pretty steep to me... Is he ripping me off or should I expect to pay this much wherever I go?

[wickedE30]

you can get the expantion valve and the drier new ,for like $65 including shipping.I got mine in ebay and has worked execellent.I'm sure you can get a new compressor for no more that $500.That guy is fucking crazy or he thinks your stupid.

[browntown]

dear god, 1500$. Even if it was true and it did cost that much to buy, I'd ditch the a/c and call it a weight savings mod. 1500 goes a long way towards a motor, paint, bling wheels, seat upholestry. Pick your project, a/c is waaay down the list.

[taylor89]

That's what I thought. Just to clarify, that's with labor, but it still seemed extremely expensive to me. Thanks for verifying.

What about the door catch point?

[brandondan1]

You can buy the mechanism here, and it's located near the door hinge. If I remember correctly, you're going to have to remove the door panel and the plastic insulation. Knock the 'guide pin' (that the mechanism pivots on) out using a hammer. Then, unbolt the two bolts holding it to the door, and slide the old mechanism through one of the holes in the door. Installation is reverse of removal.
http://www.bmaparts.com/epcksoap.epc...entid=bmaparts

type specE30 in for the coupon code for 10% off

[browntown]

think they're called door brakes. That pin is a bitch to get out. go to the junkyard, 5$

[StereoInstaller1]

think they're called door brakes. That pin is a bitch to get out. go to the junkyard, 5$

Fuck that, man...why have junky old used parts?

I have a brand new one...sitting right here...I will even put it in for you!





only $1500

welcome to R3V.
Luke

[browntown]

I have a brand new one...sitting right here...I will even put it in for you!

Seem to remember you asking me to pull that very part out of the junkyard.

[StereoInstaller1]

Seem to remember you asking me to pull that very part out of the junkyard.

Shhhhhh! I am trying to make some money here, man, be quiet!

[browntown]

Shhhhhh! I am trying to make some money here, man, be quiet!

I'm all for you making money, maybe I'll see some of it ;)

[taylor89]

Thanks a lot. The parts are on their way.