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Forum: Porsche 964 & 993 Technical Forum 07-25-2025, 09:37 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 197
Posted By PeterLech
Angry Radio Amplifier connection help

When I had my new windshield installed, the installers could not get the wire off the booster hidden under the windshield on the right side
after trying for several hours. They used a crimp on...
Forum: Porsche 964 & 993 Technical Forum 03-05-2015, 09:10 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 9,896
Posted By PeterLech
Any update to the bulb fitment issue? My OBC...

Any update to the bulb fitment issue? My OBC bulbs are both out, need to replace them soon.
Forum: BMW Forums 11-21-2013, 09:14 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 131
Posted By PeterLech
I have a 525i May 1994 build date with an...

I have a 525i May 1994 build date with an increasing severe pinging problem from 2K to 3K rpm around town, despite running on 91 octane gas. There are no fault codes, and other than the ping, the car...
Forum: BMW 5-Series E28/E34/E39/E60/F10/GT 01-18-2012, 06:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,656
Posted By PeterLech
Pressure test by local radiator shop revealed a...

Pressure test by local radiator shop revealed a leak in the plastic tank on the radiator, not the expansion tank. Guess I should have done this in the first place! :mad:

Cheaper to buy a new...
Forum: BMW 5-Series E28/E34/E39/E60/F10/GT 01-16-2012, 09:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,656
Posted By PeterLech
Somb*tch, it is leaking worse than before,...

Somb*tch, it is leaking worse than before, appears to be from the expansion tank area, but of course you can't see anything behind the plastic shield. Guess I will have to pull it again and take it...
Forum: BMW 5-Series E28/E34/E39/E60/F10/GT 01-12-2012, 07:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,656
Posted By PeterLech
Replacing the E34 expansion tank

After working this all afternoon, here is some input that I hope helps others:

1. I tried to remove the expansion tank with the radiator in the car, but would up removing the radiator. (See # 3)
...
Forum: BMW 5-Series E28/E34/E39/E60/F10/GT 01-12-2012, 07:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,057
Posted By PeterLech
Correction: After working all afternoon to...

Correction: After working all afternoon to replace the expansion tank on my 525i, I learned that the previous failure was the radiator (top) outlet, which is not part of the expansion tank.
Forum: BMW 5-Series E28/E34/E39/E60/F10/GT 01-20-2011, 08:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,856
Posted By PeterLech
Found the DIY on BimmerForums. Ugh! A lot...

Found the DIY on BimmerForums.

Ugh! A lot bigger job than I thought, but I will tackle it as soon as parts arrive.

*DIY Aux Fan - Bimmerforums - The Ultimate BMW Forum...
Forum: BMW 5-Series E28/E34/E39/E60/F10/GT 01-19-2011, 03:02 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,856
Posted By PeterLech
Auxiliary Fan Replacement E34

My fan has failed ( it had blown the High speed fuse,horrible noises when I jumpered it).

I am trying to remove the front grille to change it out, and the Bentley manual is missing some parts for...
Forum: BMW 5-Series E28/E34/E39/E60/F10/GT 01-12-2011, 01:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 761
Posted By PeterLech
Thanks John. I will check it out.

Thanks John. I will check it out.
Forum: BMW 5-Series E28/E34/E39/E60/F10/GT 01-10-2011, 04:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 761
Posted By PeterLech
Intermittent AC control panel

This a recent problem: the control panel for the heat and AC, including buttons for the compressor, air recirculation and rear defrost goes dead. It seems like it works in the mornings and then...
Forum: 101 Projects Discussion Forum: BMW 3-Series 10-14-2010, 08:31 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,430
Posted By PeterLech
I don't know about the 3 series, but the Bentley...

I don't know about the 3 series, but the Bentley E34 manual has zip on the plugs or their replacement. That is why I am looking here.

I heard from an engine builder that the Platinum plugs do not...
Forum: BMW 5-Series E28/E34/E39/E60/F10/GT 10-07-2010, 10:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,114
Posted By PeterLech
The Bentley Manual is unclear on this, as I found...

The Bentley Manual is unclear on this, as I found out the hard way.

44 lbs will break the plug in half - if not immediately, the next time you go to use it.

18 lbs max !! for the hollow 17 mm...
Forum: BMW 5-Series E28/E34/E39/E60/F10/GT 09-29-2010, 03:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,057
Posted By PeterLech
Wow, that radiator made it 200K more than most!...

Wow, that radiator made it 200K more than most! My expansion tank failed with catastrophic results at 80K.
Forum: BMW 5-Series E28/E34/E39/E60/F10/GT 09-28-2010, 07:20 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 881
Posted By PeterLech
Question Intake Temperature Sensor 1995 E34 - M50

I want to check my intake air sensor, as I suspect it is misreading and causing a pinging problem.

The Bentley Manual 130-7 shows the sensor to the right of the FI intake, but on my car (build...
Forum: 101 Projects Discussion Forum: BMW 3-Series 07-20-2010, 06:39 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,336
Posted By PeterLech
I would avoid use of a strong engine flush. I...

I would avoid use of a strong engine flush. I had bearing problems on a non-BMW vehicle after trying that. Typically Synthetic oil has a strong detergent effect, but you cannot use it due to leaks....
Forum: BMW 5-Series E28/E34/E39/E60/F10/GT 07-19-2010, 01:40 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 944
Posted By PeterLech
Special tools for coolant change

I have a 525I with the M50 engine. The Pelican DIY has been a big help.

I just changed out my water pump, thermostat and hoses and wanted to share some of the small points that make a big...
Forum: 101 Projects Discussion Forum: BMW 3-Series 07-19-2010, 01:32 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 524
Posted By PeterLech
Bleeding the cooling - special tools

I have a 525I with the M50 engine, so it is pretty similar to the 3 series cars. This DIY has been a big help.

I just changed out my water pump, thermostat and hoses and wanted to share some of...
Forum: 101 Projects Discussion Forum: BMW 3-Series 07-19-2010, 01:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 731
Posted By PeterLech
+2 You can use Permatex to supplement the...

+2

You can use Permatex to supplement the seal on the thermostat cover, but if your cover is corroded, better just replace the part as they are not very expensive. Don't forget the rubber seal...
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