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Manual For 325IX
I would like advice on finding a good repair manual for my '88 325IX.
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06-11-2004, 08:56 PM
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The Bentley manual for the e30 cars (1984-1991 3-series) is the way to go. As for AWD-specific stuff, a couple other members can chime in, but the bentley does a pretty good job of describing the differences between each model.
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06-14-2004, 05:26 AM
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06-15-2004, 09:39 PM
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Basically, the Bentley E30 manaual will cover everything on the iX except for the AWD system. Do you have any particvular questions about the AWD? Maybe we can help?
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06-16-2004, 06:31 AM
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No questions at this time but likely in the future, thanks
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06-17-2004, 01:55 PM
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You can get a lot of info here and at www.bmwe30.net. The best site for technical information and fixes on your iX's AWD system (front / rear differentials, transfer case, etc...) is Gordon Haines iX Registry. $10 for lifetime membership. Send Gordon an E-mail. The website is now inactive (Gordon has movd on to 5 and 7 series cars) but tons of archived information that is iX specific. I have been wrenching on mine for over 10+ years and have gotten most info from iX registry and Bentleys. Take the time to print out the 28 issues and set up in a 3-ring binder. Now you'll have an iX "3 Series enthusiast's companion" that easily rivals the slick yellow glossy one. Jason |
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06-21-2004, 08:38 AM
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Hey jase, what's the front/rear power bias on those anyway?
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06-22-2004, 02:41 PM
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Hey Jared:
All the iXs have 33% front and 66% rear. Drives just like a RWD E30 ... except slower. (155lbs heavier b/c of front d-train and transfer case). Great site and advice BTW. Jason |
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06-22-2004, 07:47 PM
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Thank you very much.
Think it would be kinda cool to have a iX with a huge lift kit, front and rear overriders, and lights. Go rallying.. |
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06-23-2004, 07:33 AM
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Jared:
Take a look at Satch Carlson's (editor of Roundel and general colorful character) "bad Dog" iX. He runs many rallyes with it and has had the motor , tranny , suspension HEAVILY breathed on by the likes of Dinan, Korman, etc... I think he just rebuilt the motor for or because of the ALCAN rally. It might be a 2.8L now. Would be lots of fun to run that thing around town  Jason |
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06-24-2004, 08:04 PM
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1987 BMW 325e M20 eta
1962 Porsche 356B T6
