Finally: New alloys,mirrors and Springs
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Topic: Finally: New alloys,mirrors and Springs
Posted By: Richie
Subject: Finally: New alloys,mirrors and Springs
Date Posted: 19-May-2004 at 08:56
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Hi guys,
Over the last few weeks I''ve managed to get a new set of 18" Clubsport alloys,a set of mirrors,chrome exhaust tips and lower the car on the Eibach pro kit springs. On the servicing side I've had the accelerator cable replaced giving me a real light pedal and I've had the clutch bled for better gearing. I also had to replace the spark plugs and 3 of the ignition coils  .
The handling of the car is absolutely fantastic since I've lowered it and she is much better over ramps and bumpy roads...odd eh? Overall,a busy month 
Anyway,here's some pics: http://www.bloomfieldmotorworks.com/images/1.jpg - Pic 1 http://www.bloomfieldmotorworks.com/images/2.jpg - Pic 2 http://www.bloomfieldmotorworks.com/images/3.jpg - Pic 3 http://www.bloomfieldmotorworks.com/images/4.jpg - Pic 4 http://www.bloomfieldmotorworks.com/images/5.jpg - Pic 5 |
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Posted By: Graham G
Date Posted: 19-May-2004 at 09:07
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Very very nice Richie - you can be well pleased with that. Looks fantastic! I'll definitely recognise you now if I spot you out on the roads! Where abouts did you pick up the rims? They're very nice. Well done. Now all you need are little air in takes behind the front arches and a 3.2 litre lump
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Posted By: Richie
Date Posted: 19-May-2004 at 09:12
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Cheers Graham...I picked up the wheels brand new in a tyre place in Blackrock.They had comeoff a new BM from Maxwell and they took them in to sell.Got them with brand new Uniroyal tyres all in for 1300.In maxwell the same set are 2700 + VAT.One of those lucky bargains I guess.
I'm workin on the 3.2litre lump 
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Posted By: Skillie
Date Posted: 19-May-2004 at 09:14
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Sweeeeeeeeeeeett well done Rich top job gorgeous car ------------- Now: 03 Nissan 350Z 98 E36 318i Touring Previous: 94 E34 520i (FOR SALE needs engine but running and cheap as chips) 95 E36 328i Coupe 95 E36 316iSE Saloon |
Posted By: T.J.
Date Posted: 19-May-2004 at 09:18
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Nice one Ritchie - great call on the wheels - even better that you got them @ the price you did... It's looking each time you post a piccie up tis getting better & better! what next though?? To quote Snoop: "Three 18" rims are running on the side, they're riding on the side, yeah running on the side" I think I (don't) speak for the club when I say we expect hydraulic suspension for the next meet! ------------- Mazda 6 MPS S1 Elise 135 Sport Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon http://www.bmwcarclubireland.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-3254"> 
Formerly E39 TDS, E36 M3, E36 328i, E34 525i, E34 518i |
Posted By: Richie
Date Posted: 19-May-2004 at 09:32
@TJ..."Whats next"......Nothing...I'm skint.Have to tax the car now!!! Anyone got any spare clothes or some food? 
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Posted By: Eamo
Date Posted: 19-May-2004 at 09:36
richie - looks great - well may you wear! ------------- |
Posted By: T.J.
Date Posted: 19-May-2004 at 09:36
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With your chipped pace and enhanced handling, I'm sure a quick food raid & getaway on a Bendini & Shaw van is well within your ability! ------------- Mazda 6 MPS S1 Elise 135 Sport Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon http://www.bmwcarclubireland.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-3254">
Formerly E39 TDS, E36 M3, E36 328i, E34 525i, E34 518i |
Posted By: b318isp
Date Posted: 19-May-2004 at 10:08
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Sweeeeet. Exhaust tips look good too! ------------- 
http://www.esatclear.ie/~bpurcell/index.html - My E30 318is Site |
Posted By: Richie
Date Posted: 19-May-2004 at 10:12
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Thanks Eamo.
TJ...you're nuts....Bendini and Shaw are horrible 
Think I'll look into running my car on chip fat like they did on top gear.That should saven a few cents
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Posted By: kbannon
Date Posted: 19-May-2004 at 10:50
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very nice. ------------- Current: 2009 E60 520d "Sport" tractor Previous: 1989 E30 320i SE 1997 E39 523i 2003 E39 525i Sport Individual |
Posted By: kbannon
Date Posted: 19-May-2004 at 23:08
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now all you need are:- ------------- Current: 2009 E60 520d "Sport" tractor Previous: 1989 E30 320i SE 1997 E39 523i 2003 E39 525i Sport Individual |
Posted By: Richie
Date Posted: 20-May-2004 at 08:23
Lidl window tint film....Classic.
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Posted By: AHEALY
Date Posted: 20-May-2004 at 15:57
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It's lookin' really mint Richie. I'll contact Oxfam regarding clothes and other items. As for T.J., are you only realising now that he's mental. But isn't that what we love about em. ------------- Ado '97 523i & 95 M3 97 Subaru Impreza WRX Sport Wagon (sold) |
Posted By: Richie
Date Posted: 20-May-2004 at 16:46
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Been to Oxfam...and I'm on the Simon Community Soup run every evening.Things are good
As for TJ,I'm more concerned about Killian now.I think he's shopping in Lidl for window tints for his new ride.Uh oh. 
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Posted By: Nigel
Date Posted: 20-May-2004 at 16:58
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Many people on the forum have been concerned about Killian for a time now, fatherhood seems to have changed him ! ------------- Best Wishes Nigel |
Posted By: T.J.
Date Posted: 20-May-2004 at 17:00
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I'd imagine that Lidl tint would probably concentrate the UV light coming thorugh - you'd have holes burnt in your upholstery!!! ------------- Mazda 6 MPS S1 Elise 135 Sport Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon http://www.bmwcarclubireland.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-3254">
Formerly E39 TDS, E36 M3, E36 328i, E34 525i, E34 518i |
Posted By: Richie
Date Posted: 20-May-2004 at 17:15
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Probably!!!
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Posted By: kbannon
Date Posted: 20-May-2004 at 18:53
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I think they look quite stylish on the new motor! My insurance has also come down because Axa reckon nobody would nick it now!
since fatherhood? I have always been like this! ------------- Current: 2009 E60 520d "Sport" tractor Previous: 1989 E30 320i SE 1997 E39 523i 2003 E39 525i Sport Individual |
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