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BMW E46 – A Driving Masterpiece that Pushed BMW 3 Series into the Future
The phrase “they don’t make them like they used to” is undoubtedly overused, but also appropriate at times. It’s often associated with borderline melancholic nostalgia – a deep yearning for times long gone. Portuguese even have a word for this emotion: Saudade. BMW E46 is one of those rare instances where this phrase is completely justified.
Motul Oil – Tradition of Excellence and Quality
There is no better way to prolong the life of an engine than to use quality lubrication. Motul Oil is a brand that understands this very well. Engine oil is much more than just a liquid you pour into your car every 10,000 miles.
DISA Valve, the Nemesis of BMW M54 Engines! Here’s a Rundown of Symptoms and Tips on Replacement!
BMW is one of the first auto manufacturers who figured out that controlling the path air takes as it travels through the engine can yield better performance. Hence the DISA valve was invented. DISA stands for ‘Differenzierte Sauganlage,’ or in English – Differentiated intake system.
Wheel Bearing Replacement on a BMW E30 – Full DIY Guide
Wheel bearing failure is something that occasionally happens on high mileage cars. The most common symptom you’ll notice is a god awful sound coming from one (if you’re lucky), or both (if you’re not so lucky) wheels. The sound we’re talking about is akin to a really fast money counting machine, and only this one is sucking […]
Most Common Issues with the BMW E38
BMW has made a bunch of awesome cars over the years. We can start throwing everything and anything from the E30 M3 to more modern versions at you to prove that point, but you already get the point. As far as 7-series go, we and many others, feel that one model tops the charts – […]
BMW E46 Fuel Pump Replacement Guide – Keep Your 3 Series on the Road DIY Style
BMW E46 is generally revered as one of the most reliable BMW 3 series ever made. Aside from the few known issues, E46 was solid. That being said, reliable doesn’t mean invulnerable to wear and tear. Today we’ll show you what to do if that wear and tear gets to your fuel system. Our BMW […]
What is Leak Detection Pump and How it Works
Evaporative emissions control or EVAP systems are a part of vehicle emission control since the 70s. This system prevents fuel tank vapors from venting into the atmosphere. It collects and stores these vapors and, at the correct time, and moves them to the intake manifold for combustion. EVAP systems have changed over the years, evolving […]
eEuroFest 2019 is coming June 8th, here’s what’s new and improved!
eEuroFest 2019 is coming to Lime Rock Park on June 7-8th, and ticket and package presale have begun! There are a few changes this year, so read on and get the scoop on 2019’s premier European Automotive Enthusiast event! Now until May 15th, every Enthusiast Package ordered has the opportunity to be randomly upgraded to […]
E46 M3 Engine Belt/Pulley/Tensioner DIY
This is a DIY for the replacement of the main and AC belts, pulleys, and tensioners on my 2001 BMW M3. My pulley(s) started to show signs of failure in Nov/Dec 2015 when they would intermittently squeak at about 83,XXX miles. At a track event, my mic was placed in the engine bay, and you […]
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