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[packratbimmer]

Do front wheel drive and make a custom driveshaft tunnel battery. I have been thinking, half-seriously, about a front drive VW TDI conversion on one of my iX cars for MPG/range extension.

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Go to ACE and get some long bolts to hang the subframe as low as you want during the whole process. Simply take out the shorter bolts (one at a time) and replace with long bolts. Pedal box through-bolts...

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Yes, I would drain all oils and note the condition. I would actually refill the units and turn them (units) over once in a while in storage - two diffs., transfer case and manual tranny. Get some rust...

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I have ordered from them a few times with success. They may be slightly slower on shipping so keep that in mind.

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I would pull all of the stuff that mice will destroy first. Pull the carpet, console, heater box, dash and interior and get it stored in a dry secure area. Pull all good leather and vinyl panels - they...

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The 1.8 M10 begs to be redlined every day at least several times. I drove them in the mountains for 5-6 years. What's most important is to use the right oil for your location that lubes the cam prope...

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