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BMW Sealed Beam Headlights 2002, E21, E30, E12, E23, E24, E28

Otto — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 15:01:57 +0000

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Q I need help with a problem on my 1985 535i. Just for historical info reference, I bought this car new and it has had an easy life … now, to the current issue:

A few nights ago the headlights went very dim … on

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BMW Motor Mount Replacement

Otto — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 18:17:45 +0000

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Q Car: 1987 325is What is involved in replacing the engine / motor mounts?

A The rubber / isolator motor mounts are relatively easy to replace. The basic steps, below, would apply to most BMW models

1) Place a jack under the oil pan. Position a

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BMW Automatic to 5-Speed Transmission Conversion

Otto — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 14:43:23 +0000

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Q I have a 89 635csi electronic automatic tranny with the sport, econo 3-2-1 selector. I am thinking about converting to a 5 speed manual tranny. In order to do the conversion, what parts would I need to do that, can you

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