hmm...sorry - missed the car; this works best for a 535
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Originally Posted by
Jeff N.
1 - good time to replace your exhaust donuts or have some spares on hand.
2 - if you undo the exhaust at the manifold, a) spray the nuts slightly with some pentrating oil and b) run the nut forward a 1/4 turn before you back it off. somewhat easy to snap off the studs.
3 - great time to rebuild you shifter linkage. did I say great time? REALLY great time. you are all the way in there. expect to have to order the parts. search the archives as some good lists have been posted.
4 - wanna shorten your shifter throw? order up a z8 shifter arm for about $55 and swap that too.
5 - the guibo is easy. the center bearing can be a trick to remove. a gear puller can be helpful to pop it off.
6 - got a 535? be sure to be careful with the rear cv joint. it will be exposed when you drop the driveline.
ok..that's I can think of for now. have fun and good luck.
Jeff
Bellevue WA
90 535iM - not much stock remains. 3.7 liters, ported head, cammed, 3.73 diffy, M5 brakes, MAFed, yadda yadda yadda
86 Porsche 951 - Track Toy