Article by: Johan Article applies to: all e32 and e34 models. Problem: My R12 air conditioner system was leaky when I got the car. Upon converting it to R134a I decided that the best way to go was to replace all of the O-rings in the system. Replacing the Expansion […]
Topic: DIY Repairs & Mods
AC R134a Retrofit
Article by: Johan Models: All E32s and E34s with an R12 air conditioning system. Includes E31 models with the V12 engine. Problem: My air conditioning system was empty when I bought the car. I had it charged by a so called “air conditioning specialist”. All they did was put in […]
Odometer Stuck at 299,960km
Article by: Johan Models: All E32 models manufactured before 02/89. This also applies to E34 models with a “high” version of the cluster. If your E34 has a check control display it’s the “high” version. Problem: The odometer stops at 299,960 km or 300,000 miles. There are a couple of […]
Rear Wheel Bearing
Article by: Greg Applies to: all e32 and e34 models. Before I set out to do the rear wheel bearing install on my M5, I looked for a DIY and didn’t really find anything so here’s my contribution: It’s not that difficult of a job, so enjoy! Tools needed: 3/8 […]
Rear Wheel Bearing
Article by: Greg Applies to: all e32 and e34 models. Before I set out to do the rear wheel bearing install on my M5, I looked for a DIY and didn’t really find anything so here’s my contribution: It’s not that difficult of a job, so enjoy! Tools needed: 3/8 […]
Headliner Reupholstering
Article by: Johan Article applies to: all e32 and e34 models (Short wheelbase e32 without sunroof shown. But it gives you a good idea what to expect on other models . . .) Problem: The headliner of the e32/e34 tends to come down at some point. Driving fast with all […]