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THE NEWSLETTER OF THE TIDEWATER CHAPTER OF THE BMW CAR CLUB OF AMERICA
SEPTEMBER • OCTOBER 2002
ARE YOU A NEW MEMBER AND WANT TO SEE
WHAT YOU’VE MISSED?
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Presidentially Speaking...
Can you believe it! Another Summer come and
gone. I hope you found some time to get away with
family and see a new part of these beautiful United
States. My Summer included a first trip to The
Homestead resort near Hot Springs, Virginia. A
wonderful and historic Virginia resort where
Thomas Jefferson once took advantage of the
restorative powers of the bubbling waters. And,
importantly, a place surrounded by great twisty,
curvy and scenic roads. We explored dams,
waterfalls, gorges and wooded trails. I recommend
it strongly even if only for a few days.
Other members of our Club have been racking up
the miles too. Elsewhere in this newsletter you will
find an article on the National Oktoberfest event in
Colorado. Several members made the trek. I hope
you enjoy their story.
As usual we have a lot of events coming up. A big
event is our annual Chapter Oktoberfest at
Checkered Flag BMW. The event is scheduled for
Saturday, September 21st. Just come out and
enjoy yourself. There are lots of things to do:
discounts, giveaways and free food. I will be
hanging around all day so stop by and say hello.
We also have two more driver education schools
this year. Please see the article on page 12 and
the application enclosed on page 11 (or at
www.tidewaterbmwcca.org) Send it in early!! We
have a drive on the Eastern Shore in October to
replace the cancelled Portsmouth Oktoberfest, a
quarterly dinner in Virginia Beach in November and
the annual drive to the Weeping Radish in Manteo,
NC in December. Make plans now to attend as
many events as you can. More details on these
events appear in this newsletter or on our web site.
Our Chapter elections are coming up fast. If you
would like to run for any office, please indicate your
interest and send a short letter about yourself to our
Secretary, Gary Wickstrand no later than October
15, 2002. He will publish the slate in the
November/December newsletter and provide a
ballot for casting your vote. If you have questions
about any position, please call or e-mail me for
information. We also would like to add to our
volunteer corp. We have a great group now but can
always use more. If you would like to help out,
please let me know!!
Regional and National elections are also coming
up. In this newsletter you will find information on
the process and timetable for nominations.
Until we meet again…
Bob
Events on the Horizon...
September
15 Tidewater SCCA Auto-X at ACU-4
21 Oktoberfest and Tech Session at Checkered Flag BMW
October
5-7 PCA Driver School at VIR.
12 Eastern Shore Drive
19 Safety & Performance Driving School III
19 2002 & Classics Gathering
CHAPTER INFORMATION
OFFICERS & STAFF
President
Vice President
Bob Eveleigh
491-0955
Curt Kiser
410-4321
Tidewater Chapter BMW CCA
BEY EM VEY, INC.
P.O. Box 62145
Virginia Beach, VA 23462-2145
[email protected] [email protected]
Secretary
Treasurer
CLUB MERCHANDISE
Gary Wickstrand
496-1089
Rusty Barton
427-0315
The following items are available for members
[email protected]
[email protected]
Activities Chairman
Communications Director
BMW CCA Map Grille Badges -- IN STOCK
$ 15
Bob Parsons
587-7423
Curt Kiser
410-4321
Chapter Hats - OUT OF STOCK
$ 10
[email protected]
[email protected]
Chapter Logo Decals
$ 5
White Polo Shirts (M, L ,XL)
$ 32
Chapter T-Shirts (L, XL, XXL) - MORE COMING!! $ 15
Various BMW CCA Decals
$ Call
Social Chairman
Webmeister
Joe Bivins
481-7338
Curt Kiser
410-4321
[email protected]
[email protected]
Newsletter Editor
Member-At-Large
Mike Sackett
301-9988
Pete Lautares
495-3604
[email protected]
[email protected]
Peninsula Rep’s
Driving School Chairman
Mark Hall
757-887-8735
Bob Brochu
430-8124
[email protected]
[email protected]
CLUB TOOLBOX
and
Jim Waldeck
804-229-0836
Tech Session Chairman
The following tools are available for members use.
A deposit may be required and will be refunded upon
return of the tool in working condition.
[email protected]
Peter Florance
496-0537
[email protected]
BMW Classics Chairman and
Steve Waddell
539-1305
Doug Harold
563-9188
[email protected]
[email protected]
Rally/Cruising
Autocross Chairman
Jim Waldeck
804-229-0836
Bob Brochu
430-8124
[email protected]
[email protected]
and
Joe Bivens
481-7338
and
Tom Bleh
420-9049
[email protected]
[email protected]
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SEPTEMBER • OCTOBER 2002
Contact Curt Kiser at (757) 410-4321 or [email protected]
Magnetic Differential Drain Plugs
$ Call
Call Jim Craig (703) 331-3779
PLEASE VISIT OUR CHAPTER
HOMEPAGE AT:
www.tidewaterbmwcca.org
• Service Light Resetting Tools
• Tie Rod Separator - Pickle Forks
• Fuel Pressure Guages and fittings
• Remote Starter Switch
• Clutch Alignment Tool
• Pilot Bearing Puller
• Fan Clutch Wrench & Bar
• Electric Impact Wrench
• Lockstrip Tool
• 17mm Trans. Drain Socket
• Advance Timing light
• Brake Bleed System
• Freon Leak Detector
• Coil Spring Compressors
Call Pete Lautares at 495-3604 for your needs.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Sep
21
Oktoberfest and Tech Session at Checkered Flag BMW in Virginia Beach. Contact Chess Harris at 405-3344,
[email protected].
Oct
5-7
PCA VIR Drivers Ed school.
7-8
Audi Quattro Club Summit Point Driver School on both SPR and JC.
12 - 13 NASA VIR North Course Driver School.
Nov
Dec
12
Eastern Shore “Sea Side Drive” up route Virginia route 13 to the Turner Sculpture Gallery and back.
Contact Bob Parsons at 587-7423 for more info or to reserve your spot.
19
Safety & Performance Driving School III at Langley Speedway. Contact Bob Brochu at
[email protected] or 430-8124. See updated info at www.tidewaterbmwcca.org website.
19
“2002 & Classics Gathering” at Steve Waddell’s home. Contact Steve at 757-539-1305 for more information.
9
Club quarterly general membership meeting and dinner at Szechuan Garden Restaurant, 2720 North Mall Drive,
Lynnhaven Mall North Shoppes in Virginia Beach, 463-1680. Contact: Contact Bob/Cheshire Eveleigh,
[email protected], 491-0955.
16
Performance Driving School IV at Langley Speedway. Contact Bob Brochu at [email protected] or 430-8124.
See updated info at www.tidewaterbmwcca.org website.
8
Manteo Island and Weeping Radish Brewery Drive. Contact Chess Harris at 405-3344,[email protected].
Saturday 21September 2002
9:00am - 4:00pm
2865 Virginia Beach Blvd
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
Contact Chess Harris at
757-405-3344 for further
information
Tidewater Bey Em Vey
2002 OKTOBERFEST AND TECH SESSION
SEPTEMBER • OCTOBER 2002
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Tidewater BMW Summer Events
Susan G. Kome Drive For The Cure
Tech Session at Sports & Imports
Gary Wickstand and wife after a short afternoon
drive for the Susan G. Komen Drive For The Cure.
Quarterly Club Dinner at the Crab Shack
A little chat before dinner arrived.
Did we ever resolve who has the better BMW?!...
Here a 5er, there a 5er, everywhere a 5er...
A pair of E-28s and the origional sedan the 2000.
Cheshire, Bob, Boris and Curt discussing
the lack of M cars at the Drive.
Every make, model, and year made the trek
out the Chesapeake.
Looking for my 2002
1971 2002 Black with Black Scheel-Mann interior
and M pin stripes; Nardi wood wheel; Korman
prepared engine with twin webbers, front and rear
spoilers; 15" TSW Hockenhiems.
I sold this car locally aprox. three yrs. ago,
and I’m trying to locate the current owner.
Any help would be appreciated.
Please contact: Tim Jones
Va. Phone: 757-242-4474
Cell: 757-651-8564,
Fla. phone: 813-994-4405
email: [email protected]
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OCTOBERFEST 2002
by: Gabby Roberts
For O’fest 2002 my husband and I flew out to
Denver International airport on Saturday night
before events began, picked up our rental (Volvo,
yawn) and met my brother Adam and family, who’d
driven from Pittsburgh with their 750iL. Sunday
morning we stopped by the track to watch the time
trials for the club race, getting the chance to see a
lovely Z coupe making the rounds. Just watching
everyone go by convinced me that signing up for a
driving schoool might be more fun than I had thought.
On the way out to the car, we did an impromptu tour
of the parking lot for a chance to see many of the
race cars up close. After a short drive to Keystone,
where the festivities were held this year, we settled
into our temporary home for a week of fun.
Next up we had the Fun Rally, which always takes
2 runs for us. As always the rally instructions guide
us through some of the best scenery in the area, as
well as past plenty of temptations for the avid
shopper. Usually on day one, we concentrate on
making it through without getting lost. Day two, we
take our time and find missed answers.
On the 2nd rally, a Monte Carlo-style affair
where you’re given directions and speeds, but no
times, we placed somewhere in the middle of a pack
of about 50 novices. Someone should talk to Volvo
about standard OBC’s. That afternoon my husband
and brother did the TSD rally, while us gals headed
back to base for some relaxation. The boys took 2nd
overall, but due to a mixup, ended up with a 1st place
trophy(a quite hefty pewter 2002).
One mistake we have made at previous
O’fests is signing up for too many events. Many take
the better part of a day, and if you’re not careful, you
can be left without a chance to see the sites. This
year my brother and his wife have autocross,
driving school, and a few rallies, while we signed
up for more of the test drives, a few rallies of our
own, and the social events.
The week ended with the annual awards
banquet. There were guest speakers and door
prizes, and so far through our 5 O’fests, we’ve never
gone home emptyhanded. Best of all though were
the friends made, as well as the hospitality of our
hosts, The Rocky Mountain Chapter. The O’fest has
become our annual summer vacation these past 5
years, and we don’t plan changing anytime soon.
Next year’s location hasn’t been nailed down yet,
but rumored are Austin, St. Louis, or somewhere in
Michigan. Whereever it is, we’ll be there, will you?
Photo Courtesy Joe Bivens
Photo Courtesy Gabby Roberts
First up was the autocross, held in the
parking lot, walking distance from our condo. The
course was 3 laps, though many of the drivers lost
the ability to count in the middle of the event, and
the occasional 2 or 4 lap run was the result.
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SEPTEMBER • OCTOBER 2002
ARE XENON HEADLAMPS
TOO BRIGHT?
In the case of HIDs, we have received numerous complaints
stating that these newer lamps produce excessive glare. Even
though they are required to comply with all federal lighting
requirements and we have no reason to believe that they do not
comply, HIDs are still being singled out as being troublesome glare
producers for other drivers. The reason expressed by drivers is that
the HID headlamps are brighter. This may be due to the spectral
content of the produced light, the generally wider and more robust
beam pattern, and/or their conspicuous color relative to other
headlamps, or misaim.
In an effort to create a headlamp which provides better
illumination, longer life, and a unique styling appearance, vehicle
lighting manufacturers developed HIDs. They have been typically
offered on higher end vehicles and can cost as much as $400 to
$800 for the option. HIDs are unlike conventional halogen
headlamps in that they operate more like street lamps. Instead of
heating a tungsten filament, an electrical arc is created between
two electrodes. This excites a gas inside the headlamp (usually
xenon) which in turn vaporizes metallic salts. These vaporized
metallic salts sustain the arc and emit the light used for the
headlamp’s beam. These lamps provide more light than that produced by halogen lamps and only use two-thirds the power. As a
result, they are more efficient, and because there is no filament to
burn out, these bulbs are claimed to last for as much as 100,000
miles of driving time.
Although the agency has seen advertising and received many
complaints claiming that the light produced by HIDs is twice or
three times as bright as that which is produced by halogen lamps,
laboratory measurement, made by various parties, do not support
these claims. HID light sources (bulbs) typically have about two to
three times the available light flux (volume) of halogen light sources,
but because of such an abundance of light, the HID optical design
does not necessarily need to be as efficient at collecting and
distributing light as a halogen system. The HID beam pattern is
certainly more robust, providing a more even and wider illumination and the potential for better visibility and comfort. This
performance results in more light on the road surface and more of
the roadway being illuminated. However, this additional light is not
supposed to be projected upward from the lamp toward other
drivers’ eyes. During inclement weather, when the road surface is
wet, the additional volume of light can result in higher levels of light
reflected off the road surface into other drivers’ eyes. However,
those who have complained about HID glare have not specifically
reported inclement weather as the only time when there is a
problem with HID glare.
Another factor that may be involved is the phenomenon that may
have occurred with the introduction of halogen lamps in the early
1980’s. Drivers are attracted to headlamps that are different colors
than would normally be seen. As such, the drivers may look directly
at on-coming headlamps during driving to see the unfamiliar item.
This is something that they do not normally do. Initial halogen
headlamp introduction elicited some glare complaints, even though
the first halogens used were actually very similar in performance to
the standard non-halogens headlamps. The only marked
difference was the color of the halogen headlamps. If this is the
case now, one would expect glare complaints about HIDs to stop
when drivers become familiar with the HID color. NHTSA is aware
of no studies or evidence to suggest that this theory is correct.
Another factor that may lead to the perception that HIDs are
significantly brighter than halogen lamps is that human eyes may be
more sensitive to bluish-white light of HIDs than to yellowish-white
light of halogens. When observing some HIDs, it may seem that they
are not emitting white light, as required by Standard No. 108. However,
when observing the beam pattern projected on a white screen, HID
headlamps that comply with our lighting standard will appear to be
white with color separations occurring only at the extreme edges of the
pattern. Non-halogen, halogen, and HID light sources appear to be
different colors to observers. Non-halogen lamps appear to be yellow
when compared to halogen lamps, and halogen lamps appear to be
yellow when compared to HIDs.
In a recent study by the University of Michigan Transportation Research
Institute (Flannagan, M. J.; 1999, ASubjective and Objective Aspects of
Headlamp Glare: Effects of Size and Spectral Power Distribution,”
Report No. UMTRI-99-36, available in Docket Number: NHTSA-20018885-3) the differences reported between halogen versus HID lamps
caused a small but statistically significant difference in discomfort glare
noted by observers. However, it had no effect on disability glare. It is
not known yet whether it is the difference in spectral power density of
these headlamps, but this difference in the human eye’s glare response
to these different lamp designs is shown in that study.
HIDs are not just more white (having less yellow content and more
blue content in the emitted spectrum), but the light is generated in a
different manner. HIDs achieve light by having vaporized metallic salts
participate in the electrical current flow through an arc in the bulb
capsule. This is contrasted to a heated metal filament which gives a
relatively even level of light at all colors in the spectrum, and thus
achieves smoother white light. The HIDs blend of metallic salts is
designed such that the different salts, emitting different colors of light
with different energy levels, will complement each other when fully
heated and electricity is passed through them, because each salt contributes various frequencies of light and at different levels of energy.
The result is white light, but with a few relatively high energy spikes of
light at very narrow bandwidths. These spikes are obvious in a mapping of the spectral power density of the light emitted. (See Docket
Number: NHTSA-2001-8885-4, USA Today, June 7, 2001, “Bright Lights,
Big Controversy” by James R. Healey, page 1, the side bar A harsh
blue light contributes to glare”). This comparison shows that the light
spectrum of HIDs is not as smooth as the light from a heated filament in
a halogen lamp. It is possible that our eyes are not necessarily reacting
to the whiter light, but to the high energy spikes that rise above a
background energy achieving the white light. If this is a cause for the
UMTRI findings, it may be that a redesign of the HID system is necessary. However, this is just a theory, with no supporting data. NHTSA is
initiating research to study all potential factors that may be causing
HIDs to be an annoying lighting source.
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Article Courtesy: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
http://www.nhsta.dot.gov
Glare from Headlamps and other Front Mounted Lamps
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108;
Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment
SEPTEMBER • OCTOBER 2002
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SEPTEMBER • OCTOBER 2002
NEWS FROM NATIONAL
NATIONAL ELECTIONS
Positions open are: Secretary, Treasurer, North
Central Regional Vice President, South Atlantic
Regional Vice President and Pacific Regional Vice
President.
At the meeting of the Board of Directors in
Pasadena, CA, August 10 and 11, members of the
Board were asked to indicate their intentions as to
whether they would be running again. Barbara
Adams has indicated that she intends to run; Kathy
Lyle has indicated that she will not; Scott Blazey
has indicated that he will; Carlos Diaz-Estrada has
indicated that he intends to run; and Keith
Wollenberg has indicated that he will not run.
OKTOBERFEST 2003
Will be held in Austin, Texas. Preliminary planning
discussions are under way and you can be sure we
are in store for another outstanding event!
OKTOBERFEST 2004
The city of Pasadena will be the site for Oktoberfest
2004. The August Meeting of the Board of Directors
of the BMW CCA was held at the Pasadena Hilton
and the Board previewed several of the properties
that are under consideration as host hotels. A
number of LA Chapter members joined us for the
meeting and dinner Saturday evening at the
historical Ritz-Carlton.
- Courtesy Wynne Smith
Candidates must be nominated by a member who
has been a member for at least six months prior (the
nomination must include the BMW CCA
membership number of the nominating person) and
the candidate’s acceptance of the nomination should
be countersigned on the same page (including the
candidate’s own membership number).
Nominees for Regional Offices, and those
nominating them, must reside and be a chapter
member in the specific region.
Nominations should include a candidacy statement
of no more than 300 words and an appropriate
photograph of the candidate. Those wishing to help
in refining the CCA’s strategic framework: its
values, vision, mission and broad goals; those
wishing to help formulate and refine policies that
govern our practices should send their nominations,
acceptances, candidacy statements and
photographs must be received at the National
Office before 5 PM EST October 31, 2002.
SEPTEMBER • OCTOBER 2002
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Tidewater Chapter, BMW CCA
Driving School Registration Form
Safety & Performance Drivers School
From 8:00 am to 4:00 pm at Langley Speedway, 3165 Armstead Avenue, Hampton, Virginia
Date: ___________________________
Driving School Requirements
Current
BMW
CCA
Member
• Valid Vehicle Registration and Insurance
•
• Valid Drivers License
• DOT or SNELL 95 or greater rated Helmet
• Safe Vehicle (must Pass Tech Inspection-form required) • No SUVs, Vans or Trucks
Drivers Name:
Age: ________
Address: ______________________________City:______________________State:________Zip:_________
Phone: (daytime) __________________________ (evening) __________________________
Email: _________________________________________________ (Drivers info pkg. will be sent by email)
Notify in an Emergency: __________________________________ Phone number: ____________________
BMW CCA Membership Number: ______________________________ Expiration: ______________
Driver s License Number: __________________________ State: _______ Expiration: ______________
Driving School Experience: _________________________________________________________________
Helmet:
I have my own helmet
I will need to borrow a helmet
Co-Drivers Name:
Age: ________
Address: ______________________________City:______________________State:________Zip:_________
Phone: (daytime) __________________________ (evening) __________________________
Email: _________________________________________________ (Drivers info pkg. will be sent by email)
Notify in an Emergency: __________________________________ Phone number: ____________________
BMW CCA Membership Number: ______________________________ Expiration: ______________
Driver s License Number: __________________________ State: _______ Expiration: ______________
Driving School Experience: _________________________________________________________________
Helmet:
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I will need to borrow a helmet
Vehicle
Information:
Make: __________
Model: _____________
Year: ___________
Modifications: ______________________________________________________________
Insurance Company: _____________________Policy number:_______________________
Driver(s ):
Are the registered owner or
Have permission from the registered owner
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Contact Curt at 757-410-4321 or by email : [email protected]
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Joel
Sabra
John
Schultz
Allen
Shah
Jagdip
Singer
Steven
Smitter
Bob
Sommer Efird
Stenhaff Dieter
Tam Burri Joy
Temple
Joseph
Turner
James
Tymoff
John
Villafranca Alain
Vogt
Charlton
Wiggins Daniel
Woodworth Charles
Wright
Michael
Williamsburg
VA
Gloucester
VA
Chesapeake
VA
Harbinger
NC
Virginia Beach VA
Williamsburg
VA
Virginia Beach VA
Chesterfield
VA
Southern Shores NC
Virginia Beach VA
Virginia Beach VA
Chesapeake
VA
Norfolk
VA
Norfolk
VA
Newport News VA
Chesapeake
VA
Chesterfield
VA
Virginia Beach VA
Virginia Beach VA
Yorktown
VA
Chesapeake
VA
Virginia Beach VA
Newport News VA
Newport News VA
Norfolk
VA
Newport News VA
Colonial HeightsVA
Virginia Beach VA
Newport News VA
Mayes
VA
Suffolk
VA
Norfolk
VA
Virginia Beach VA
Norfolk
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Virginia Beach VA
Portsmouth
VA
325i
325i
2001
2002
3 Series
325i
325i
Z3 3.0
325i
Z4
330i
330Ci
Z3 3.0
L7
2002
2002
2002
2002
2002
2003
2002
2002
2002
1986
330Ci
2002
328i
1999
M roadster 1999
325i
2002
325e
1984
Z3 3.0
2002
750il
1989
M5
2002
Z3
2002
X5
2002
M3 conv
323Ci
X5
X5
7 Series
540i
540
2002
1000
2002
2002
2002
2002
2000
Z3
325es
325i
325i
2002
1986
2002
2002
CHAPTER DRIVING SCHOOL INFORMATION
The last two chapter driving schools of the year will be held at Langley Racetrack. The dates are October 19
and November 16. The application required is on page 11 of this newsletter and also found on the website.
Please contact the school coordinator Bob Brochu at [email protected] - (430-8124) or
registrar Curt Kiser at [email protected] - (410-4321) for additional forms or changing
information. School applicants will receive additional medical and vehicle tech forms via email once they
are registered. Drivers may also visit the chapter website at www.tidewaterbmwcca.org for the extra medical and vehicle tech inspection forms that are required.
NOTICE....due to increases with the National clubs insurance carrier there is a slight increase for the school
fee. It will be $60 for each student driver. It’s still a bargan so get those applications in early.
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CLASSIFIED ADS
CARS FOR SALE:
1988 735i Alpine white - The car is in good condition with 176,000 miles on it. It runs strong and has been well maintained. I have more
details on my web page: www.members.cox.net/patandjake/bmw.htm or call Jake Brodersen [email protected]
(757) 875-9797
1991 318is,diamond black,black vinyl.104k miles,no sunroof .5 speed. runs great,a/c blows cold, $5400.00. Call Mark Schomers at (252)
330-7931 (Eliz. City, NC) or at [email protected].
1988 M3 One of the original M3’s. Salmon silver/cardinal red leather, beautiful and fast, pristine condition, never raced. One owner, 58,000
mi, new engine 2001, still under warranty. Power chip, short shifter, K&N air filter. $17,000 nego. Eric Drum, (804) 559-4167.
[email protected]
1996 328i Convertible - Black with black top / Tan leather Interior / 50k miles / Garage kept / Sport package / Automatic and
loaded / Brand new $400 windscreen still in box / Brand new $300 convertible top rear window just installed / New chrome
exhaust tips and front roundel / 16" Cooper Cobra’s / Personally owned and shipped from dealer in NY last year / No winters /
Clean CARFAX history report / Love this car but I’m moving up ! / Looking for $23,500 OBO / Contact Eric in VB at (757)4276082 after 6pm or email [email protected].
PARTS FOR SALE:
STOCK MUFFLER for 2001 325Ci. Asking $100. Gary at (804) 586-7299 cell, (804) 796-3414 home.
PARTS CAR: 1984 533i Black/Black Leather, AT, lots of great parts. All body panels have been painted flat black (rattle can) over pink,
over original Black paint. I didn’t do it. Sheet metal is straight but would need lots of prep before paint. Call or email with what you want.
Dave at 757-545-4480 [email protected]. No calls past 9 pm. Dave Maisenhelder
LOTS OF PARTS: 1974 2002 Factory A/C unit; includes everything / tii air filter cannister / 2002 console /320i fuel injection parts / 320i
Grill parts, dash, glovebox / JAM Weber conversion kit for 6 cyl / E28 Beige interior including leather seats.
Contact information is: Mark Skeen @ 393-6930 or [email protected]
Master Brake Cylinder: Late Senior FOUR or early Senior SIX. Dealer part - OEM on 2000, 2500, 2800, and 2800CS. (Does not fit 3.0.
New in blue box. BMW Part Nr. 34311103-742 by Alfred Teves. Has two dual (4 lines) out ports on side (one out - one down) two input
ports on top (reservoir), and one out port (down) at the front of the unit. Fill with Castrol LMX and you are good to go. ). $200.00
ALSO from Mr. Smith…...
Windshield: Senior Six - 2500, 2800, and 2800CS. Clear, no chips no fog. (May fit 3.0) - $100.00. H.C. Lawrence Smith (757) 836-3958
[email protected]
STOCK EXHAUST for 318ti: Only used approx 2 years, removed from 1998 model, should fit all ti’s. Asking $75.
AC SCHNITZER EXHAUST TIP: brand new in box, for E36 4-cyl (318i, 318is, 318ti), may fit other 4-cyl. Turns your single pipe into polished chrome dual tip with ACS logo. Welding required for proper fit. Cost over $200 from Roundel advertisers, asking $150.
AC SCHNITZER CUSTOM WOOD STEERING WHEEL: brand new in box, fits all 6-bolt Momo hubs (hub not included). ACS logo in
leather surrounded center with polished wood rim. Cost over $600 from Roundel advertisers, asking $400.
ORIGINAL SPORT PACKAGE BMW ALLOY WHEELS: 1994 E36, 15x7 BBS-style basketweave, 5x120 bolt pattern. Complete set of 4
wheels, one with minor dent (tire still held air when removed), used only 22k miles, excellent condition. Asking $350.
For the items above please call Mark at (757) 887-8735, leave message.
DINAN OEM Performance Mufflers (D663-0382) for M Roadster. Never used on the road after installation. Cost $1495 asking $800 or
best offer. Dwayne at (757) 439-8819 or email to [email protected].
2002 stuff-new Boge rear shocks: pr $12, trunk floor boards: set $8, R front grill for 74 on: $8. Chess at 443-6297 or
[email protected]
TIRES & WHEELS FOR SALE:
14" polished alum. 5-spoke AR rims, 4 lug E30 pattern, useable Yokohama tires. $150.00 Call Mark at (252) 330-7931 or
[email protected].
TIRES & RIMS: Metric TRX 220x60Rx390mm tires mounted on perfect condition rims. Tires will pass state inspection. $220 Call John
Magyar 757-340-1989
SEPTEMBER • OCTOBER 2002
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Special thanks to Bob for the use of his M3 mirror....
In this issue....
Presidentially Speaking
O’Fest 2002 Report
Are Xenon Headlamps Too
Bright?
National News
Club Happenings
Car of the Month - All Susan G. Komen Drive Cars!
Driving School Infomation
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