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BMW Repair and Servicing Manuals
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Does anyone know where you can buy the official BMW repair and servicing manuals? Years ago Ford used (to/still?) do them and although expensive were far better than Haynes Manuals, loads more detail…

Started this discussion. Last reply by Martin. S Oct. 6, 2009.

Intermittent Electrical/computer faults

Thanks for the advice Ken, will try the bulb holders.

Replied Oct. 6, 2009

Intermittent Electrical/computer faults
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Was wondering if any of you out there have experienced the above? My computer tells me I have a back light out on the drivers side, then it goes and comes. Then the other rear light does the same, th…

Started this discussion. Last reply by richard toogood Oct. 6, 2009.

New home for the British Grand Prix?
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Is it going to be Donnington next year? To me it doesn't feel right having the GP there, regardless of the fact it is my nearest track. I was heartbroken when Brands Hatch no longer hosted the race…

Started this discussion. Last reply by Sam (Southern Region Rep) Sep. 26, 2009.

 

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BMW Repair and Servicing Manuals
Does anyone know where you can buy the official BMW repair and servicing manuals? Years ago Ford used (to/still?) do them and although expensive were far better than Haynes Manuals, loads more details in all aspectsand easier to understand. On the…
October 6, 2009
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richard toogood replied to richard toogood's discussion 'Intermittent Electrical/computer faults'
Thanks for the advice Ken, will try the bulb holders.
October 6, 2009
Ken (Scottish Regional Rep) replied to richard toogood's discussion 'Intermittent Electrical/computer faults'
Bulb holders can cause these issues also some after market bulbs i.e. Halfords etc can cause these issues
October 6, 2009
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Intermittent Electrical/computer faults
Was wondering if any of you out there have experienced the above? My computer tells me I have a back light out on the drivers side, then it goes and comes. Then the other rear light does the same, then a front. I am aware that more often than not a…
October 4, 2009
JJ replied to richard toogood's discussion 'New home for the British Grand Prix?'
That's a good idea Richard, because I like both circuits. I think I prefer Donington, but that might be because I'm more familiar with it but Silverstone has more history for Formula 0ne. I was at the European GP at Donington (93 or 94? I can't rem…
September 26, 2009
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New home for the British Grand Prix?
Is it going to be Donnington next year? To me it doesn't feel right having the GP there, regardless of the fact it is my nearest track. I was heartbroken when Brands Hatch no longer hosted the race. Prior to that, younger members might not have be…
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About Me:
A reborn petrol head. Public school and moving house away from any race tracks severed my schoolboy passion for cars/motorsports and turned me into a guitar playing prune. So; a little late, I am on my way back. Bought my first BMW Feb 2008 and am addicted. Would love to correspond with others regarding mechanical and electrical/problems solved etc and general motoring topics.
Country:
England
Model:
Other
About my car:
3 series 318i SE 52 reg low mileage when bought, engine superb but would like a bit more power at the bottom end.
What are your main interests? You can choose more than one...
Classic BMWs, Standard / restored, Tuning, Motorsport
Job / profession / business:
Retired from normal workplace, ex sales rep, but am my mother's full time carer at present.

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Motor Racing in the 60s early 70s

I first started going Motor racing in the mid sixties, 1965, the year Jim Clark took the crown. My first ever meeting was the Boxing day event at Brands Hatch, with F3 being the main event. I was hooked staight away; the noise and smell of burning rubber and fuel, which complimented the cheese sandwiches mum made for us.

We were on the south bank, with our car; good job, as although a sunny day, it was freezing, but that did not put me off at all.

Skipping loads and taking you to 1968, Dad wou… Continue

Posted on October 14, 2009 at 2:39pm —

richard toogood

Slot Car Racing

As a boy from Surrey, a juvenile petrol head, attending most events at Brands Hatch, Silverstone etc with Dad, it was only a matter of time before I was on the floor with a Scalextric.

Cutting a long story short, a few weeks from leaving the Surrey area, Dad died the year before, out on a bike ride, discovering new areas, I stumbled accross a Go Kart track in Worcester Park, Surrey; even better , in the Clubhouse, in a separate room, was a huge slot car track with grown men racing, 8 or 10 lane… Continue

Posted on October 14, 2009 at 6:15am —

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bd Bespoke Division will be @ Ace Cafe on the 30-11-09 along with projects cars 3 Replies

Hi ALL I am new here but been have been in the BMW & CAR seen for many years now & it is also my passion, profession lastly nearly my life. Just to keep it short here, here is a link below i…

Tagged: BMW, Cafe, Ace, Division, Bespoke

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I have a E28 not using anymore, I still love it to bits, I think its a great car and its my first BMW. Unfortinately its got to go, it has no MOT and the rad needs replacing. I don't really want to s…

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lowering springs 10 Replies

hi everyone i need a set of front springs for a 318ci coupe to lower car by 30mm but cant find just the two they only sell them in packs of 4 thanks

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I would love your thoughts on these pictures 6 Replies

Has any body got any thoughts on these pictures, I am looking for some feedback to what enthusiasts think. Hi all

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E28 clear front indicator lenses

  Hi   Does anyone have a set of clear e28 front indicator lenses for sale? will pay upto £40, can collect in uk.  Thanks

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Looking for things for my e34 1 Reply

Hi all, I'm new, just got my first e34 5 series, I love it!   I however have the tinkering gene, and love to modify. Howeverthe e34 is such a good looking car it will be subtle and classy.   I'm look…

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