The Random E46/ZHP Question Thread

[ELCID86]

Any comments on a Bosch starter ? Are they good ? Thanks, guys.

I bought a Bosch starter about a year ago when mine went out, so far so good! I pretty much told myself to get the best of the best when it comes to starters and I heard the Bosch is the best. Im glad I went with the Bosch as i REALLY don't want to tackle that job again.

Mine is on the "watch list"...sometimes it doesn't crank on the first turn, but give a nasty sound. It looks like a bear of a DIY...

[Ssparrow]

Mine is on the "watch list"...sometimes it doesn't crank on the first turn, but give a nasty sound. It looks like a bear of a DIY...

It's definitely not a fun one, I actually had to replace mine in sub freezing temps so I think that made it worse than it really is. Once I got the old one the new one was installed in less than 30 minutes. It's just a really tight squeeze.

[ELCID86]

It's definitely not a fun one, I actually had to replace mine in sub freezing temps so I think that made it worse than it really is. Once I got the old one the new one was installed in less than 30 minutes. It's just a really tight squeeze.

Thanks Shawn, good to know. I need to research it a bit more. (and probably get a starter on hand just in case...)

[fredo]

Thanks Shawn, good to know. I need to research it a bit more. (and probably get a starter on hand just in case...)

eEuroparts.com sells new Bosch starters (not remanufactured) for $170 or so.

[Ssparrow]

Thanks Shawn, good to know. I need to research it a bit more. (and probably get a starter on hand just in case...)

Anytime! If you have any questions if/when the time comes I'd be happy to answer them!

[BMWCurves]

What is the part number for the relocation bracket for a non-nav car to retrofit navigation? Is it 51168205378? I'm having a tough time confirming.

[az3579]

What is the part number for the relocation bracket for a non-nav car to retrofit navigation? Is it 51168205378? I'm having a tough time confirming.

51167001410
Radio mounting bracket for facelift cars, nav version, with smoker's package (lit ashtray with cigarette lighter socket).
This is the one I purchased and is perfect.

[BMWCurves]

Perfect, thanks!

[UWISHU1]

So here's a random question: What might go first if I like to speed shift second gear? How durable is this 6MT? I went through a Subaru 5MT the hard way, so I'm hoping the BMW 6-speed is like the ST! 6-speed- in that it can take a beating. Anyone here do any drag racing, or lots of clutch drops?

-U

[az3579]

So here's a random question: What might go first if I like to speed shift second gear? How durable is this 6MT? I went through a Subaru 5MT the hard way, so I'm hoping the BMW 6-speed is like the ST! 6-speed- in that it can take a beating. Anyone here do any drag racing, or lots of clutch drops?

-U

Synchros. If you're worried about longevity, don't do it.
German cars in general have issues with 2nd gear synchros as they age.