Hi there !!!!
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Printed Date: 29-April-2024 at 18:23
Topic: Hi there !!!!
Posted By: pcbim
Subject: Hi there !!!!
Date Posted: 12-October-2002 at 19:46
Just thought id say hi , any other south west members out there ? 
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Posted By: Rand0m
Date Posted: 14-October-2002 at 19:10
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Hi, South west here! :) Weymouth Cant help noticing that this forum is a little....quiet? What are we supposed to be doing in here anyways? My ride: E30, 325iSE, 88, Metallic Grey, 110k. I would appreciate any technical help anyone is willing to offer, I have several "issues" with my car. (would have posted this in the tech forum but there is little activity in there) Well thats it.
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Posted By: pcbim
Date Posted: 16-October-2002 at 20:52
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hi random ,,,,,,,,,,, me and the family often get down to weymouth , There must be more than just two of us in this region ? come on guys say hi , dont be shy now ------------- 2002 320d tourer |
Posted By: pcbim
Date Posted: 16-October-2002 at 21:00
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if anyone wants a chat im usally on msn add me mailto:arctic2ltd@hotmail.com">arctic2ltd@hotmail.com come and say hi , altough i do go on alot about BMW,s you have been warned !!!! ------------- 2002 320d tourer |
Posted By: Nigel Marston
Date Posted: 22-October-2002 at 00:54
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Rand0m What's your tech issues? I might be no use but you never know! |
Posted By: Rand0m
Date Posted: 22-October-2002 at 19:43
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OK, here goes: Mostly minor problems but some larger ones :P 1, That realtime fuel consumption gauge on the dash ither reads 50+ as in u got ur foot off the peddle or 0 even under light crusing. 2, The temperature controll dial on the dash which isnt directly linked to the slider, it has an electric motor, doesnt go all the way to hot but stops about 10 degrees off top of dial 22degrees i think. i didnt explain that very well :/ 3, I have uneven tyre wear on the rear off side and the front near side and to a lesser extent the other two. What causes this, i am assumine the bushes as there is no adjustment on this (camber angle) but which ones, if i am gona replace them, would it be best if i replaced all the bushes associated with the suspension front and back, if yes what are they as in the names of the bushes(so i know what to order) 4, i have a worn cam and rockers and probably cam bearings, is it possible to remove the cam from the engine without taking the head off? i was thinking jacking the engine off its mounts and sliding the cam out over the radiator, has anyone done this? As you can probably telll i have written this in a hurry as i am about to go out :P My main concern is the uneven tyre wear as i have an MOT due end of the month :/ yes ------------- "Open mind for a different view." |
Posted By: Nigel Marston
Date Posted: 22-October-2002 at 20:15
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I think I follow what you mean?? As for the fuel cosumption gauge, I assume that you mean the one under the rev counter. It is quite normal for this to swing to 50+ MPG if you take your foot off. It is also not unusual for it to swing to 0 when you put your foot down. I suppose it depends what you mean when you say light cruising. If you are not accelerating and you are on a flat road, the gauge should give some sort of a MPG reading (20-30?) if everything is constant. However, it doesn't take much to cause it to swing one way or another. As for the heater control knob, I'm not sure if I follow. Are you saying that it doesn't turn all the way round? If so, how far does it go? This is not connected to an electric motor but a potentiometer. As for uneven tyre wear, there are numerous causes of this. The most common cause of front uneven tyre wear is the steering being out of track. It is possible that it may be caused by the bushes too. On the front, you have the wishbone bushes that are the most likely bushes to need replacing. You also have anti roll bar bushes too. On the rear, there are axle carrier bushes. It's best to have the bushes inspected to see if they need renewing. If they are bad enough, the wishbone bushes may cause a clunk on the front. If the rear axle bushes are bad enough they may also clunk but more commonly, you experience a feeling of the rear of the car steering around corners. Also, ball joints on the front may contribute to uneven tyre wear too. Then again, a clunk maybe heard. Often, if there is anything wrong with the front steering/suspension, you get a wheel wobble, especially under braking. Other causes maybe worn shockers, out of balance wheels or disorted tyres. As for the removal of the cam, I'm honestly not sure. It is possible to remove the M40 engine cam without taking the head off but I don't know about your car. Hope this helps at least a little? |
Posted By: Darren M
Date Posted: 31-October-2002 at 21:07
| I`m from Plymouth |
Posted By: CHRIS H
Date Posted: 08-November-2002 at 22:39
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Just thought i would see if there was any BMW fanatics around the Exeter area? My car is a 318iS sport 97 reg. ------------- CHRIS |
Posted By: Telboy
Date Posted: 13-December-2002 at 12:58
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Hi there! Just bought a '93 325i Coupe in Red. full leather, etc etc - the business. Anyone from the Torbay area interested in a meet? |
Posted By: ChrisK
Date Posted: 17-December-2002 at 13:32
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Hi All, Im a BMW Fanatic, I live in Torquay, Work in Exeter. My car is a '98 318SE Chris K |
Posted By: rogercollins
Date Posted: 23-December-2002 at 19:12
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Hi everybody I am down in Truro.(& new to this type of thing) I drive a Z3 2.8 R plate. It is my 4th BMW and I love them! Anyone in my area? |
Posted By: johnny318is
Date Posted: 29-December-2002 at 17:00
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Just registered, I'm from Plymouth and own an E30 318is and an E28 M5. Hopefully meet some of you in the new year. Johhny Plymouth UK
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Posted By: black ice
Date Posted: 06-January-2003 at 19:13
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HI chaps im new too in clevedon N.Somerset the cars an E30 325i Sport,It has just been featured in pbmw feb issue if anyone reads it. ------------- BLACK ICE E30 325 I SPORT |
Posted By: Steve W
Date Posted: 08-January-2003 at 20:55
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Hi. Steve from Yeovil in Somerset. I have a 1996 E34 540i V8 Touring :) ------------- 
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Posted By: Alex
Date Posted: 15-January-2003 at 01:08
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Hi guys. I just joined the forum. I'm from Bath - I think it just about counts as South West region, although it must be pretty close to Wessex. I just bought myself a beautiful 1986 316 auto (E30). The auto 'box isn't ideal, but I kind-of bought it on impulse. It just looked so good (metallic paint and alloys and in supurb condition). It will be sad to see it go, but go it must... as soon as I find a nice '88 - '91 325i SE :) Hey, Steve - you're not Mike's brother by any chance?? Forgive me if I'm talking nonsense to you, but a mate of mine has a brother in Yeovil who's just bought an E34 540i Touring - and he used to own a Cav V6. ------------- Alex Shirley 
1990 E30 325i |
Posted By: Gurks
Date Posted: 24-January-2003 at 12:41
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hi chaps. its gurks ere. i m 21 yr old from gloucester. any one out there from gloucester 2? I just bought myself (97-model 318I se) its way better than my escort lol. I m also new to the club and i hope to hear from u lot soon. Bye for now. ------------- Gsgill |
Posted By: Steve W
Date Posted: 25-January-2003 at 15:55
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Hello Alex. Yes it is me. How are you doing? I still have the Cavalier actually, but it is up for sale to finance the building of a double garage :)
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Posted By: fred
Date Posted: 28-January-2003 at 20:26
Quote: Originally posted by Gurks on 24-January-2003 |
Posted By: T3RBO
Date Posted: 03-February-2003 at 02:32
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Robb |
Posted By: simmo
Date Posted: 09-February-2003 at 22:05
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hiya fellas from bournemouth ive got a 525i sport m5 front ,ac body kit dtm sweeps ,tsw alloys |
Posted By: Robbie1980
Date Posted: 11-February-2003 at 18:31
| In plymouth how are you all? |
Posted By: coupe kid
Date Posted: 11-February-2003 at 23:21
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Hello every1. I'm from frome in somerset. Just bought my 1st beemer. Its a 94 318iS coupe. I absolutly love it. Need some advice tho. Anyone that can help please contact me! Cheers all. |
Posted By: simmo
Date Posted: 15-February-2003 at 08:34
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hiya iam simmo from bournemouth my car is a 525i sportyou can c it mailto:simmos525i@msn.com">simmos525i@msn.com |
Posted By: marconn
Date Posted: 18-February-2003 at 18:50
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Hello all, Im from Weymouth , and i own a E30 316 and a E36 318 Is coupe , ive just joined the car club and i thought i'd say hello and see you all at the meetings. Mark |
Posted By: Mark R
Date Posted: 24-February-2003 at 13:28
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I'm in Wimborne, Dorset. Does this come under South West or Wessex region??? I assume South west... always great to meet up with like minded BM fans Mark ------------- Mark Roberts 
E30 318iS Wessex Region Secretary E30 Registrar & committee member Someone left a note on my windscreen. It read 'Parking Fine' that was nice |
Posted By: 325i Ron
Date Posted: 26-February-2003 at 23:13
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Hi All There is a monthly Pub meet for anyone in the Bristol area - normally at the Star Inn WSM Rd. However next week as the Star is closed for decoration we will meet at The Full Quart just of Jnt 21 M5 next to the caravan sales, Thursday 6th at 7 30. Also if you are interested we have our first show of the year at Hestercombe gardens nr Taunton 11th May ------------- Ron Parish (E30 Register Chairman) |