Thought i would start with just a few photos of her. In the process of getting her ready for this year show season :)

The electric auxiliary fan has a cracked hub and vibrates badly on high speed. I am searching for a replacement unit but without success so far. It is 16 inch diameter, 2 speed with a 3 pin connector and the local BMW dealer wants £440 for a new one! Needless to say I'm not paying that sort of...

Hi All, Just hoping someone can confirm my diagnosis. I have an E36 325 td (1994) it had a few issues with diesel pump in the beginning but thats all solved now, but of late when turning the ignition key the lights would all come on, heater plug relay works fine but when the glow plugs are...

Wifey has been troubled the last few days by random engine cut outs in the beemer. The lift pump in the tank was new 6 months ago. Energises fine when ignition comes on. Always starts on 2nd turn of key when cold - little puff of smoke but then its fine. 1st time start when engine is warmed...

I have a 1994 325 Td saloon which is in pretty good condition apart from some electrical gremlins. This model of E36 is not covered by the Haynes Book of Lies No dash lights and no right turn flashing green arrow. (Gauges still work but occasionally drop out) Offside front side light and rear...

I need everyones help.325td will not start symptoms are: Battery terminals getting hot Starter hardly turns over if not at all Can see air in the clear fuel line I have charged the battery and done a drop test,all was okay but tried starting tonight and no success,battery discharged to 8v...

hi all im soon to be within the next few days aquiring a 325td model year 1994 my questions and ideas as follows been trying to find some extensive research into the 6cylinder powerhouse in question and have reason to believe on what i have found, the differences between the td and the tds is...

Good afternoon all, could anyone tell me what the standard boost pressure should be on my E36 325td please? It is currently running at 13psi, is this correct? Also what psi would be safe to up it to using a bleed valve with no other mods? Many thanks in advance, Dan.

as title says any info would be great

I have a 1996 325td which is in immaculate condition but sadly a bit lacking in power. What performance mods would help this model and how much more bhp could I expect ? The engine has done 90,000 miles and has full service history.

Hi there- As well as the 525d that you'll find in my details, I've also got a Range Rover Classic with an M51 engine from a 325td. I trapped and crushed the wires from the injector under the manifold, so shortened and rejoined the wires, but neglected to mark them, so they may not be connected...

Hi, New to the forums, water pump went yesterday, surprise surprise, got the new one in and everything, however, cant get the new belt back on. The whole internet says theres a 6 mm hex key or something along those lines but I cant find it anywhere. How do you loosen the slack on the fan belt...

Hello I've been trying for a while to get DIS or similar diagnostic programs whilst connected to my car 20 pin socket under the bonnet. I have an IBM T43 with a docking unit unit with the serial port on the back. I have enabled the serial port from the bios on the T43. As far as software...

1994 E36 325TD No Power to Glow Plugs (updated edited) Hi.. Scroll down to post 4 for update My 1994 BMW 325TD needs some care and attention as it takes a huge long crank to get going.. Been through the fuse box, under the dash around the ECU and then finally found the Glow Plug heater relays...

Hi there, just a quickie, if I change the fuel filter, do I need to prime the new one and bleed the system as I've been told just to replace it and them crank her over for about 20-30 secs and it will do it automaticaly ? Cheers in advance Scott

Which lowering springs would be the best to use to lower the front 40mm? Does anyone have any for sale?