The 6 Series E24 Forum

Overheating problem defying repair - RASCARS 2005-12-01 06:50:18 (485 views)
- Re: Overheating problem defying repair (nt) - ram635csi 2007-05-07 20:58:57 (82 views)
- Re: Overheating problem defying repair - thelastsumurai 2007-02-01 10:03:14 (124 views)
- More bleeding? Common not to bleed all air in system. - bmw635 2005-12-22 20:38:23 (389 views)
- Maybe there's air in the cooling system. Have you tried to bleed it? (nt) - davidc 2005-12-01 17:16:32 (452 views)

How to remove injectors step by step ...need help. - kjkumar 2005-11-23 17:42:30 (1880 views)
- cruzinperformance may be cheaper. - kff 2005-11-25 13:24:11 (825 views)
  - Re: cruzinperformance may be cheaper. - kjkumar 2005-11-25 20:35:08 (537 views)
    - Doctor Injector in Oregon - euro635gas 2005-12-05 18:28:07 (509 views)
      - Re: Doctor Injector in Oregon - kjkumar 2005-12-06 19:08:44 (487 views)
        
        Thats a Steel (pic) - euro635gas 2005-12-07 14:02:17 (696 views)
        
        Re: Thats a Steel - chelalapa 2006-09-04 21:59:25 (220 views)
        A new set only $200- go to fiveomotorsport.com (nt) - bmw635 2005-12-22 20:35:17 (513 views)
        witchhunter.com - kjkumar 2005-12-07 14:50:02 (471 views)

A few pics of the 'new' daily driver (pic) - dj750 2006-03-26 03:14:13 (1286 views)
- NIce (pic) - euro635gas 2006-05-04 18:37:53 (554 views)
- Love it. Always wanted an M6 and still lust for one... hate those white interio - Steve R 2006-03-26 17:44:41 (450 views)
  - Steve this one's 4 U... with your interior as well. (url) - dj750 2006-03-26 19:16:32 (494 views)
    - Nice color combo, but those wheels look a bit odd to me (nt) - Steve R 2006-03-26 20:53:06 (408 views)
- Real nice 6, I like your plate as well (nt) - Blue740i 2006-03-26 10:45:50 (385 views)
  - Have to break it down to most but the ones who know and luv, get it (nt) - dj750 2006-03-26 12:00:55 (363 views)
- Nice looking ride DJ! (nt) - Ultymte 2006-03-26 10:19:50 (345 views)
  - Thanks Chris, big comp from the stable master : ) (nt) - dj750 2006-03-26 12:06:17 (342 views)
    - LOL! I'll be making another change in two days, and it will - Ultymte 2006-03-26 12:32:41 (360 views)
      - Chris, you did not buy an Eagle Talon did you? - kingdom7 2006-03-27 03:40:13 (398 views)
        
        Nope! Hopefully its not quite as bad as a Talon. BTW... - Ultymte 2006-03-27 07:32:12 (355 views)
- That's beautiful. The classic 6 is the most beautiful BMW in my opintion! (nt) - dthurst 2006-03-26 09:39:23 (451 views)
  - thanks d, maybe just me but they appear to be a smaller version of the 7 (nt) - dj750 2006-03-26 12:11:47 (348 views)
- sweet...looks like it's in great condition. (nt) - Q 2006-03-26 09:03:00 (318 views)
  - Re: sweet...looks like it's in great condition. - dj750 2006-03-26 11:36:26 (385 views)
  - Hmmm....24 year-old car. Wonder if there's an Owner's Manual with it. (nt) - Peter 2006-03-26 11:27:04 (379 views)
    - Re: Hmmm....24 year-old car. Wonder if there's an Owner's Manual with it. - rotkohl 2006-06-20 23:08:16 (225 views)
    - yes along with all original keys, window sticker and sales brochures (nt) - dj750 2006-03-26 11:31:59 (395 views)
      - The OM post was a little 'dig' at Q. Great that you've got all the original - Peter 2006-03-26 11:34:36 (316 views)
        
        d@mn, don't believe I missed the intent of the OM comment!! LOL - dj750 2006-03-26 13:03:31 (346 views)

1983 633 CS - danl62 2006-03-06 23:04:44 (390 views)
- Re: 1983 633 CS - CUPDGRA 2006-03-07 09:56:13 (311 views)
  - Re: 1983 633 CS - joeb635 2006-05-11 09:39:24 (255 views)

Fixing the radio backlighting (pic) - Martin 2006-01-14 23:26:56 (4100 views)
- Re: Fixing the radio backlighting - joeb635 2006-05-03 08:47:21 (280 views)
  - Re: Fixing the radio backlighting (url) - kff 2006-05-03 11:44:08 (291 views)

Flywheel wanted, '82 (11/81) 633CSi, 5spd - CUPDGRA 2006-02-13 19:15:44 (313 views)
- Have one in Oregon (pic) (url) - euro635gas 2006-05-02 15:58:14 (322 views)
- Re: Flywheel wanted, '82 (11/81) 633CSi, 5spd - robeyf 2006-02-14 05:51:34 (287 views)

Installing a New Alpine Head Unit - barryd 2006-02-19 20:43:30 (426 views)
- Re: Installing a New Alpine Head Unit - ridgelyrocket 2006-04-22 20:45:05 (289 views)
- Any of the wires that are controlled by the dimmer - kff 2006-02-19 22:11:42 (325 views)

89 635CSi dash 'cap' - kmckenzie 2006-02-20 22:08:13 (459 views)
- Re: 89 635CSi dash 'cap' - pdef1949 2006-04-17 21:39:21 (292 views)
- Your old SLS - resabed01 2006-02-23 23:11:47 (381 views)
  - Free SLS parts.... - m6ermike 2006-03-12 17:38:17 (359 views)
  - Re: Your old SLS - kmckenzie 2006-02-26 13:58:51 (290 views)
    - Re: Your old SLS - resabed01 2006-02-26 14:08:19 (279 views)
  - The SLS can be rebuilt! Check Roundel.org classified. (nt) - bmw635 2006-02-23 23:52:51 (306 views)
    - Re: The SLS can be rebuilt! Check Roundel.org classified. - kmckenzie 2006-02-26 14:07:33 (344 views)
      - My 89 635 was replaced with Bilstein Sport and Eibach and handles better- sold - bmw635 2006-03-17 12:38:20 (344 views)
- Bavauto.com carries them. (nt) - davidc 2006-02-21 15:54:35 (380 views)

Wanted: Metric Tires - zorrow 2005-11-11 14:48:28 (595 views)
- Re: Wanted: Metric Tires - mfmeehan 2005-11-17 06:27:18 (447 views)
  - Which rims and tires did you order? (nt) - davidc 2005-11-18 01:10:56 (432 views)
    - Re: Which rims and tires did you order? - mfmeehan 2005-11-20 18:26:40 (378 views)
      - Re: Which rims and tires did you order? - zorrow 2006-01-17 17:17:29 (350 views)
        
        Re: Which rims and tires did you order? - cw6er 2006-03-18 03:16:20 (282 views)
        
        Re: Which rims and tires did you order? (pic) - sharkluver 2006-04-01 22:38:40 (316 views)
        
        Re: Which rims and tires did you order? - mfmeehan 2006-02-01 08:49:11 (330 views)

Fuel leak (pic) - dj750 2006-03-23 02:55:44 (508 views)
- Re: Fuel leak - pmtre 2006-03-25 08:29:55 (374 views)
  - That sounds like a rusted filler neck, a la kff's message. (nt) - davidc 2006-03-31 03:08:25 (360 views)
  - your account is on target...thanks guys (nt) - dj750 2006-03-26 11:54:31 (349 views)
- Could be a few things - kff 2006-03-23 10:31:37 (394 views)

'82 633CSi with 143k (pic) - dj750 2006-03-26 03:00:34 (510 views)
- Looks terrific. How's the interior and the motor? (nt) - davidc 2006-03-26 04:52:38 (308 views)
  - Re: Looks terrific. How's the interior and the motor? - dj750 2006-03-26 11:29:37 (340 views)

Oil consumption question. - dj750 2006-03-25 19:51:10 (331 views)
- Who did the oil change and how much was put in? - kff 2006-03-26 00:10:54 (313 views)

fuel injectors - myseoul 2006-03-19 17:11:52 (374 views)
- What brand and octane? How many miles, when fuel filter last changed? (nt) - dj750 2006-03-21 04:04:58 (367 views)

New A/C compressor, Evaporator and Radio, Bushings - RASCARS 2005-10-22 17:54:37 (472 views)
- Meyle Heavy Duty Bushings (pic) - euro635gas 2005-10-24 15:34:37 (607 views)
  - Re: Meyle Heavy Duty Bushings - cw6er 2006-03-18 02:08:23 (330 views)
- One item to check....Steve Haygood.... (url) - kff 2005-10-22 22:59:41 (438 views)
  - Re: One item to check....Steve Haygood.... - RASCARS 2005-10-23 06:46:10 (379 views)
- Re: Radio, - marik 2005-10-22 22:34:09 (445 views)
  - Re: Radio, - ridgelyrocket 2006-03-16 21:25:14 (260 views)
  - Re: Radio, - RASCARS 2005-10-23 06:45:04 (383 views)
    - Re: Radio, - marik 2005-10-23 14:29:59 (336 views)

88 635 power steering - drhame 2006-03-12 09:24:23 (348 views)
- Re: 88 635 power steering - cw6er 2006-03-18 00:47:39 (306 views)
- Bleed: turn wheel left to lock then right to lock and back several time to bleed - bmw635 2006-03-17 12:41:03 (277 views)

84 633 csi - bobbie 2006-03-07 14:02:31 (336 views)
- Is there a tag on diff for gear ratio or LS? Some E30 cars diff - bmw635 2006-03-17 12:43:47 (322 views)

Installing replacement dash - barryd 2006-03-14 19:59:02 (345 views)
- There are several slot with plastic snap to hold the front of the dash to the - bmw635 2006-03-17 12:35:40 (271 views)
- Maybe this will help. (url) - davidc 2006-03-16 22:22:07 (328 views)

What kind of oils being used in M30? And why? (nt) - dj750 2006-03-12 15:25:21 (329 views)
- I use Mobil1 almost all the time for all cars. (nt) - bmw635 2006-03-17 12:29:57 (290 views)
- I like Castrol Syntec 20W50 and 10W40. Mobil1 Synthetic is also good. - davidc 2006-03-16 22:25:10 (368 views)
- either synthetic or conventional depending on the owner - kff 2006-03-15 17:23:29 (319 views)

82 633 windshield - frankose24 2006-03-08 13:32:55 (290 views)
- Re: 82 633 windshield - 63589 2006-03-09 10:44:46 (308 views)

motor gremlins can't kill 'em - evergladesbob 2006-01-25 14:04:32 (363 views)
- Got those Gremlins (url) - evergladesbob 2006-03-07 14:24:45 (340 views)
  - Glad you got it fixed. Nice to keep these cars on the road. (nt) - kff 2006-03-07 21:08:21 (288 views)

squeaky dash blower fan - barryd 2006-02-24 22:15:20 (376 views)
- Re: squeaky dash blower fan - kjkumar 2006-02-27 14:59:36 (349 views)

ABS Control Unit - kingdom6 2006-02-15 01:38:35 (299 views)
- ABS Control Unit E24=E23, 5 is different but one number - kff 2006-02-15 11:07:34 (263 views)
- Those are readily available in the salvage yards. (url) - davidc 2006-02-15 02:29:50 (303 views)

Installing a Sirius Radio Antenna - barryd 2006-02-08 22:00:32 (353 views)
- Yes, it can be concealed under the rear parcel shelf (url) - davidc 2006-02-12 03:39:45 (371 views)

Pitman arm play - fixable? - robeyf 2006-02-06 18:23:08 (313 views)
- If you're talking about the play in steering box, there's - bmw635 2006-02-10 00:44:49 (306 views)
  - Re: If you're talking about the play in steering box, there's - robeyf 2006-02-10 07:03:18 (312 views)

L6 Dash - barryd 2006-02-07 18:57:44 (336 views)
- Re: L6 Dash - resabed01 2006-02-08 19:37:46 (304 views)
- Re: L6 Dash - zipm6 2006-02-07 22:39:55 (270 views)
  - I used a crack dash and had a local auto ulphostery shop - bmw635 2006-02-10 00:42:02 (343 views)

Schematics - jamesbaur635 2006-02-02 18:13:36 (364 views)
- Re: Schematics - mad11max 2006-02-06 19:04:56 (318 views)
  - Re: Schematics (url) - jamesbaur635 2006-02-07 18:40:41 (409 views)
- Re: Schematics - charles 2006-02-03 10:23:13 (320 views)
- Any specific section so I can scan? I got a whole book. Email me directly. (nt) - bmw635 2006-02-03 00:28:25 (292 views)
  - Re: Any specific section so I can scan? I got a whole book. Email me directly. - jamesbaur635 2006-02-04 06:28:58 (289 views)

1984 BMW 633 CSi - fgarcia 2006-01-05 18:37:53 (456 views)
- RealOEM.com has exploded view. (nt) - bmw635 2006-02-03 00:30:38 (379 views)
- Re: 1984 BMW 633 CSi (url) - zorrow 2006-01-24 17:45:18 (349 views)
- Those parts should be readily available as used parts. (url) - davidc 2006-01-06 00:21:33 (332 views)
  - There is also a picture how to on the locks for the - kff 2006-01-11 12:34:09 (350 views)

Seat ( e24/ production dt 09/86 - L6/ autotran) - kjkumar 2006-01-29 01:21:22 (303 views)
- Re: Seat ( e24/ production dt 09/86 - L6/ autotran) - resabed01 2006-01-29 20:23:36 (305 views)
  - Re: Seat ( e24/ production dt 09/86 - L6/ autotran) - kjkumar 2006-01-31 21:31:08 (274 views)

alpina wheels - dsembler 2006-01-27 18:55:06 (422 views)
- Maade for the E24, bid high and bid often and you may - kff 2006-01-28 11:12:31 (393 views)

What's involved in replacing a driveshaft? (url) - davidc 2006-01-19 02:43:28 (357 views)
- The correct way has a bunch of extra steps to do... - kff 2006-01-19 15:08:56 (378 views)
  - Thanks. It sounds like a full day of work. (nt) - davidc 2006-01-19 23:49:55 (288 views)
- If its at all like taking it partially out to do a tranny pull, - Andrew Elmore 2006-01-19 11:51:25 (314 views)

TRX Wheels with Goodyear tires - evergladesbob 2006-01-06 08:29:25 (1479 views)
- Examine the tires for evidence of dry-rot. If they're ok, - davidc 2006-01-06 19:37:15 (469 views)
- There is nothing wrong with TRX tires, just that their technology - kff 2006-01-06 10:41:34 (589 views)
  - Re: TRx Wheels (pic) - evergladesbob 2006-01-11 05:55:45 (690 views)
    - You have a 15 inch wheel with a 7 inch width so - kff 2006-01-11 12:31:32 (441 views)

Parts source (url) - euro635gas 2006-01-06 16:40:53 (363 views)

Rad to expansion tank hose - resabed01 2005-12-25 23:12:23 (316 views)
- Your BMW dealer doesn't have it? (nt) - davidc 2005-12-26 23:15:49 (308 views)
  - Quite expensive from dealer, David - shogun 2006-01-01 12:59:40 (270 views)
    - Re: Quite expensive from dealer, David - resabed01 2006-01-01 22:01:23 (293 views)
      - Fuel line will work. I got it on one car been there for years. (nt) - kff 2006-01-02 14:38:59 (285 views)

Brake dust - kjkumar 2005-12-17 01:21:57 (345 views)
- Re: Brake dust (url) - kpmclean 2005-12-27 00:14:52 (321 views)
- Re: Brake dust - v276482 2005-12-26 14:17:43 (300 views)
- The Euro pads (Jurid) require the use of carbon (black) (url) - kff 2005-12-17 12:56:18 (334 views)
  - Re: The Euro pads (Jurid) require the use of carbon (black) - kjkumar 2005-12-28 17:41:14 (286 views)

635Csi factory repair manual for sale (url) - shogun 2005-12-21 11:02:13 (427 views)
- Re: 635Csi factory repair manual for sale - kjkumar 2005-12-22 00:57:12 (298 views)
  - Re: 635Csi factory repair manual for sale - kjkumar 2005-12-22 01:09:17 (302 views)
    - sorry, it's already gone - shogun 2005-12-26 00:58:20 (295 views)
      - Danke - kjkumar 2005-12-28 17:40:14 (269 views)

Antenna will not extend to full position - kmckenzie 2005-12-04 18:34:42 (360 views)
- Ebay has some mast replacemen for $10. Planning to replace - bmw635 2005-12-22 20:22:52 (327 views)
- Had that happen on mine multiple times thru the years. I just replaced the mast - apwe38/Allan 2005-12-13 23:56:22 (333 views)
- There was a discussion on this very subject not long (url) - davidc 2005-12-05 01:44:21 (364 views)

Crusie Control and OBC problem - rayz 2005-12-19 14:58:02 (432 views)
- The procedure is replacing the blue plug on the back of - kff 2005-12-20 00:34:16 (367 views)
  - Re: The procedure is replacing the blue plug on the back of - rayz 2005-12-20 12:40:50 (333 views)

84 EURO M6 Need a new tranny! - aaron 2005-12-18 02:36:32 (359 views)
- Blanton transmissions does this work - kff 2005-12-18 17:32:15 (454 views)

ABS indicator - kjkumar 2005-11-27 00:33:46 (356 views)
- Have you tried swapping the bulb with a new one? - davidc 2005-11-28 15:15:44 (304 views)
  - no bulb no holder just empty round hole... - kjkumar 2005-11-29 15:51:46 (307 views)
    - The ABS lamp is connected to two wire leads from the - kff 2005-11-29 17:11:12 (319 views)
      - Re: The ABS lamp is connected to two wire leads from the - kjkumar 2005-11-30 11:15:04 (303 views)
        
        We want pictures. (nt) - kff 2005-11-30 17:27:05 (289 views)
        
        We want pictures. - kjkumar 2005-12-03 02:09:30 (300 views)

Catalytic Converter - kjkumar 2005-11-26 02:15:48 (372 views)
- Sounds like a success story! (nt) - davidc 2005-11-28 15:16:12 (300 views)

e24 / m30 1987 (production date 09/1986) RPM - kjkumar 2005-11-03 18:33:16 (406 views)
- Re: e24 / m30 1987 (production date 09/1986) RPM - marik 2005-11-07 01:37:58 (357 views)
  - The accelerator cable should be free and have some - kff 2005-11-07 11:12:08 (380 views)
- The rpm spec for idle in the M30B34 with automatic from - kff 2005-11-06 23:45:45 (385 views)
  - Re: The rpm spec for idle in the M30B34 with automatic from - kjkumar 2005-11-08 00:41:48 (2213 views)

OBC Relay - clayparks 2005-10-02 17:13:11 (489 views)
- Clay, have you fixed OBC? (nt) - mark740i 2005-11-04 11:41:59 (389 views)
- Re: OBC Relay - clayparks 2005-10-03 11:05:48 (401 views)
  - Well having an 83 does make a difference. I mentioned - kff 2005-10-03 11:26:03 (396 views)
    - Re: Well having an 83 does make a difference. I mentioned - clayparks 2005-10-03 12:22:04 (343 views)
      - Re: Well having an 83 does make a difference. I mentioned - mark740i 2005-11-03 00:18:24 (309 views)
        
        What is not working on the OBC? Everything? - kff 2005-11-03 10:33:59 (370 views)
- In the 88 it is above the lower dash panel left of steering wheel. - kff 2005-10-02 20:18:58 (363 views)

Power Steering Filling (pic) - euro635gas 2005-11-01 13:30:36 (607 views)

635CSI Steering fluid - marik 2005-10-31 17:50:40 (377 views)
- The pump is cavitating and aerating the fluid. - kff 2005-10-31 22:35:11 (384 views)
  - Since the system uses ATF - marik 2005-11-01 01:32:19 (364 views)
    - Re: Since the system uses ATF (url) - kff 2005-11-01 12:28:23 (359 views)

HIDLs , CSRs and e24.... The difference is like day & night - kjkumar 2005-10-31 01:30:20 (364 views)

Expansion tank hoses - resabed01 2005-10-26 18:17:39 (426 views)
- Good discussion of the quick fix for the fuel leak - kff 2005-10-26 23:16:06 (407 views)
  - Re: Expansion tank hoses - resabed01 2005-10-27 17:04:36 (346 views)

Seats Control Unit - roadmaster1955 2005-10-25 19:33:50 (336 views)

Spot paint job - marik 2005-10-23 22:28:14 (387 views)
- Re: Spot paint job (url) - kff 2005-10-24 13:11:21 (386 views)

Aux Fan Weak - RASCARS 2005-10-22 18:50:17 (351 views)
- Re: Aux Fan Weak - kjkumar 2005-10-24 03:21:26 (344 views)
- On the right top side of radiator there are two temp switches. (nt) - marik 2005-10-22 22:01:55 (329 views)
  - Re: On the right top side of radiator there are two temp switches. - marik 2005-10-22 22:11:07 (328 views)

635csi heavy steering and start problems - marik 2005-10-22 01:58:45 (428 views)
- DUH!!! Half of the problems are my own stupidity -:(. - marik 2005-10-22 13:31:05 (396 views)
  - Vacuum is VERY important to these cars. Check and - kff 2005-10-22 22:55:21 (381 views)

Oil pan leaks - marik 2005-10-20 12:35:00 (362 views)
- Should help the idle too, that is a source of vacuum leaks. (nt) - kff 2005-10-20 17:59:29 (403 views)

Installing tie rods - marik 2005-10-18 14:35:12 (453 views)
- Center Link - euro635gas 2005-10-18 17:47:06 (388 views)
  - Re: Center Link - marik 2005-10-19 23:24:14 (366 views)
    - Wow. that seems to be one of the most difficult> - kff 2005-10-20 08:49:03 (369 views)

Power seats issue - roadmaster1955 2005-10-15 09:05:24 (355 views)
- Re: Power seats issue - marik 2005-10-19 23:46:12 (369 views)

635 econometer (mpg) - greygeezer 2005-10-14 10:58:16 (383 views)
- Check those connections again - euro635gas 2005-10-15 00:24:14 (359 views)

A/C Compressor and performance exhaust suggestions needed - RASCARS 2005-10-09 18:18:57 (464 views)
- Re: A/C Compressor and performance exhaust suggestions needed (pic) - euro635gas 2005-10-09 21:39:22 (568 views)
  - Re: A/C Compressor and performance exhaust suggestions needed - RASCARS 2005-10-09 22:03:47 (407 views)
    - Would need to replace exhaust manifolds - euro635gas 2005-10-09 22:37:22 (363 views)
      - AC problem - kjkumar 2005-10-10 11:14:51 (503 views)
  - Re: A/C Compressor and performance exhaust suggestions needed - RASCARS 2005-10-09 22:03:17 (386 views)
    - Triflo - euro635gas 2005-10-09 22:50:30 (548 views)
      - Re: Triflo - RASCARS 2005-10-10 09:02:25 (367 views)
- The A/C problem is either the front expansion valve or - kff 2005-10-09 19:30:22 (568 views)
  - Re: The A/C problem is either the front expansion valve or - RASCARS 2005-10-09 21:58:16 (415 views)

no motion on acceleration (kickdown) - kjkumar 2005-10-04 17:08:27 (401 views)
- Re: no motion on acceleration (kickdown) (pic) - resabed01 2005-10-04 23:25:11 (422 views)
- Re: no motion on acceleration (kickdown) - resabed01 2005-10-04 19:46:38 (358 views)
  - Re: no motion on acceleration (kickdown) - kjkumar 2005-10-07 01:51:16 (373 views)
    - Re: no motion on acceleration (kickdown) - kjkumar 2005-10-09 15:24:50 (419 views)

My New 635CSI Problems, need help - marik 2005-10-05 10:35:07 (640 views)
- Well I'm guessing but the engine noise may be - kff 2005-10-05 20:18:38 (483 views)
  - Re: Well I'm guessing but the engine noise may be - marik 2005-10-07 03:09:35 (428 views)
    - About the other issues - resabed01 2005-10-07 11:12:20 (410 views)
      - Re: About the other issues - marik 2005-10-08 01:12:33 (372 views)
        
        Re: About the other issues - resabed01 2005-10-08 09:49:16 (368 views)
    - The auto tranny in these cars is sensitive to - kff 2005-10-07 09:30:11 (435 views)