PDX tech meet: Round III

[Van Westervelt]

going back to e30 brakes why?

I am assuming so he can fit some man sized tires on 15s or 16s.

Currently running the e36 m3 fronts with the sbi rotor spacer. Just so happens that with all the crazy things I do with my stiff ass suspension and all my wheels, the lip extension sheered off the soft alum spacers as they arent H&R quality. I wasnt too happy with how the e36 fronts were with the spacer etc. Going back to e30 m3 front brakes. Not e30 4 lug. I will go big in the front again, but it will be with a massive kit in the spring more than likely. Or if I sell this beast, I will put Massives on an e30 m3 when I find or build one. Oh yes, and I fit 235's on no problem now. but I would like to run the e30 m3 weaves for a change. More sleeper status.

[Mot]

lol curt you're definitely a wheel whore now.

[Keith M]

Curt - It's a pressure bleeder that attaches to the master cylinder.

2 more things:

Who wants lunch?

Bring your own beverages

K

[ck_taft325is]

Hey Keith, if it's cool with you and everybody else I'd love to stop by and lend a hand seeing as the girlfriend is going road tripping to Bellingham the 6th. I'm not 100% fluent with BMW's yet but I would love to learn and get to know everyone. I'll PM you for directions (address ect) and I could probably be that a little after 11 if I leave early. I'm near Tacoma so if anyone wants to maybe meet up whenever they are leaving and I'll follow? BMW train?

-Chris

[Van Westervelt]

I have one of those same bleeders, and it always uses more fluid, and more mess. I prefer vac. bleeders, or manual method.

I am also planning on heading over to AR around 2 for the bimmer meet and bbq. Thats where I am gonna grub down. Usually at least a couple dozen guys there.

[wannaBMthree]

anyone got the spring tool for a valve adjustment? anyone got the patience to help an semi inept mechanic? any of you fools even have m20's anymore! haha

Kyle

[KenC]

Spring tool for valve adjustment? Is there an easier method than using a feeler gauge?

[ck_taft325is]

anyone got the spring tool for a valve adjustment? anyone got the patience to help an semi inept mechanic? any of you fools even have m20's anymore! haha

Kyle

I should be there around 9'ish in the Am. I've only done two Valve adjustments, so I'm not like speedy Gonzolas but I'm game to help you out. Go pick up a feeler guage and a valve gasket along with some RTV to squidge on the gasket for a good seal...

[Keith M]

anyone got the spring tool for a valve adjustment? anyone got the patience to help an semi inept mechanic? any of you fools even have m20's anymore! haha

Kyle

Kyle - I have everything you need to do a valve adjustment. Get here early to let your motor cool as much as possible. I'll show you how it's done.
PM'ing directions.

Keith

[StereoInstaller1]

Kids, don't forget...you can bump the motor over using the diagnostic port, makes it so much easier!

Luke

[Keith M]

Kids
Luke

psshh...please.
Are you going to make it?

Keith

[StereoInstaller1]

psshh...please.
Are you going to make it?

Keith

Sorry man...I don't think so.

Worse than that, I have to be in PDX monday or tuesday.

bummer.

Luke

[steinkek]

Im going to try to be there for a few so look for the stock red 318is or a white M3/4. Dont know which one to drive.

[Van Westervelt]

Im going to try to be there for a few so look for the stock red 318is or a white M3/4. Dont know which one to drive.

Seeing as how this is r3v, and its all about the e30's... nuff said. Also, I'm not impressed as easily with e36's as I am with a clean stock e30 example. :razz:

[ejnight]

Keith and the rest of the guys that helped me today, I thank you. It was great to have the help and I appreciated it more than i can say. Hope you enjoyed the BBQ and there was still food when you got there.