Topic: DIY Repairs & Mods

Driver’s Glovebox Latch

Article by: Ralph Article applies to: e32 models with a Driver’s side glovebox. Problem: The driver’s glovebox latch became detached and the door hung loose. Possible fix: Make a new spring, or if you are lucky, find the old spring somewhere under the seat. Removing the glovebox: If you want […]

M-Sport Side Mirrors

The part #’s for the M Technic mirrors for all E34 M5’s. For M5’s with memory mirrors. 51 16 2 257 583 / 51 16 2 257 584 For M5’s without memory mirrors 51 16 2 257 507 / 51 16 257 508 The mirror glass is the same as […]

Differential Oil Change

Article by: Paul Axford Article applies to: most legacy BMWs According to the manual 1.7 liters is needed. Information on the web indicates the correct lubricant is Castrol SAF-XJ (inc LSD) or as a second choice any synthetic 75W-90 GL5 gear lube. Requests locally for the Castrol just produced blank […]