e36 parts & maintenance

[vincent]

danpromote where did you buy the k&n filter izit the drop in type cheap la eunos selling at 270 after discount , mind sharing

 

[DanPromote]

vincent I bought it through my co. coz we get dealer pricings for some parts... but u can also get it cheap from Rosedi Autosports (supplier for OMP products) they're clearing off stocks now I think only RM200 if still available. Mine is the replacement type.

Or if u don't mind slightly used for a few days I wanna try something different (open pod) so can let mine go for RM200.

 

[wann77]

DanPromote,

How does it feel when u add the Pivot Stabilizer? Any difference? I'been thinking 2 get 1 oso..... h34r:

 

[DanPromote]

A bit too early to tell for me coz I haven't installed the grounding wires yet, will know more once I've installed them and taken some mileage tests. So far no noticable difference.

 

[novolic_jr]

ok.juz want to ask.i'm inetersted to buy BMW 318 model around 1995-2000.is there any Maintenance schedule for me to refer when to make srvice.how much i need to save my sallary every month to make sure i won't have problem to repair the car if anything happen.TQ.

 

[three28]

Originally posted by novolic_jr@Nov 20 2005, 12:40 PM
ok.juz want to ask.i'm inetersted to buy BMW 318 model around 1995-2000.is there any Maintenance schedule for me to refer when to make srvice.how much i need to save my sallary every month to make sure i won't have problem to repair the car if anything happen.TQ.

Bro ...

The maintenance of your car will entirely depend on the age and the way it was maintained previously to be determined.

IMHO try to get one that has been cared for . And preferebaly with full service history .

cheers

 

[Straightsixers]

Yup get a good one and you'll know soon enough... If you're interested in a 328 instead.. I'm selling mine

 

[novolic_jr]

how much ur car.can u details bout ur car

 

[c-square]

Originally posted by novolic_jr@Nov 19 2005, 11:40 PM
ok.juz want to ask.i'm inetersted to buy BMW 318 model around 1995-2000.is there any Maintenance schedule for me to refer when to make srvice.how much i need to save my sallary every month to make sure i won't have problem to repair the car if anything happen.TQ.

You would be referring to the M43 type engine (yr1995 - 1999). A reasonably cared-for M43 shouldn't cost you much on maintenance and the frequency for regular maintenance is about 15,000km (can travel 3x further than japanese cars until the next service). Being a supposed "luxury" marque, the parts GENERALLY (though not always true) may seem to be a tad more expensive than japs or local cars. It will be a good indication on how much parts costs by browsing through this e36 maintenance thread and compare them with those of your current ride, bearing in mind the parts do last long. So, if you don't have to replace parts every month, your maintenance bills should be within your capability to keep the car running smoothly. Hopefully this gives you a little more confidence in taking the plunge into owning a Bimmer.

There is supposedly a maintenance schedule (which alternate Service 1 and Service 2, the latter being relatively more expensive) but I don't follow it and only change parts when they are due/worn.

 

[novolic_jr]

TQ c-square

 

[8080pbmw]

Have been with my present ride since 2002 .

here's the total cost of ownership for my E36 328i in tip top condition .

Year 2002 RM Total

Inspection II 820.75
Tires ( SP9000 225/45/17 x4 ) 1,600.00
Ori M3 lower lip + lower grill 700.00
Tire Care ( Balancing + Alignment ) 64.00 3184.75



Year 2003

K&N 282.00
Inpro Angel Eyes Head Lights 1,400.00
Foggie Bulbs + Misc 111.50
BMW number plate 95.00
New number plate 40.00
ATF change 302.40
Micro Filter ( A/C ) 78.00
Accelerator Cable 181.40
Oil Service + Valve Gasket + Spark Plug 747.65
Exhaust Chrome Trim 160.00
Replica PU ACS roof spoiler + M3 Boot Spoiler 660.00
AC Delco MF Battery 220.00
ICE ( electronic X-over + misc ) 1,020.00
Steering Bearing 158.25
OE Brake Pads ( F + R ) 353.00
Tire Care ( Balancing + Alignment ) 62.00 5,871.20



Year 2004

Change Paint Colour + Recondition Rims 3,400.00
Bilstein + Eibach Upgrade ( include all mountings ) 3,498.50
Ori Tail Lamp + Head Light Adjust Module 490.00
Air Bag Slip Ring ( On Steering ) 782.75
Inspection I 839.25
Cobra Override Switch 100.00
Oil Service 465.90
Air Bag Cable ( under seat ) 249.25
A/C Belt 111.00
HID + Diamond Vision Bulbs 2,175.00
Service K&N 18.00
Tire ( SP9000 215/45/17 x2 ) 823.00
Bonnet Absorber 134.50
Ball Joint 154.85
Tire Care ( Balancing + Alignment ) 64.00 13,306.00



Year 2005

Front Disc + Pads + Sensor ( Ori ) 1,037.00
Inspection II 1,969.50
Carpet + Modic + A & C Pillar Repair 258.00
Pro RS Stainless Steel Brake Hose 320.00
Air Bag Cable ( under seat ) 271.50
AT selector oil seal 61.90
A/C Micro Filter + Carpet Clip 111.25
Rear Bearing + Drive Shaft Greasing 284.50
ICE ( Kenwood HU + Alarm System ) 2,220.00
Tire ( P.Dragon 225/45/17 + 245/40/17 ) 2,240.00 8,773.65
Sub Total:31135.60

Road Tax ( 2002 to 2005 @ RM1627.50 per year ) 6,510.00
Insurance ( Average RM1400 per year ) 5,600.00
Grand Total: 43245.60


I guess it's pretty normal to spent this much to keep our UDM tip top .

However , i was quite surprised when i got this figure .

It's still the UDM !!

 

[affan66]

Installed my goodies bought in Singapore today at M-Speed.

1. wide-angle side mirror glass
2. charcoal fuel filter
3. power steering filter
4. headlight covers

Paid some $$ for labor and diagnostic for the ABS fault check below-
Error was "brake pedal travel sensor." Light off and on during driving. Next start it goes off. Very intermittent. Hope it's not the pump. I seldom use the ABS.

 

[Slide]

Rebuilt gearbox - 5000
Radiator (Behr) - 1000

Like everybody says, at 150,000 kms - the GM 4 speed auto goes crunch.
You can get it done cheaper, but since it's out and apart you just might as well recondition the whole thing.

 

[wann77]

e36 325i 1994

Service at Kota Kemuning

1. 2x Shell Helix Semi Syntethic - RM156
2. Bosch Spark Plug (Platinum) - RM38 each - RM228
3. Oil Filter - RM 45
4. Red Line Complete Fuel Cleaner - RM 48
5. Labour - RM 20

Total - RM497.00

Wondering about spark plug cost, is that the price for Bosch Paltinum?

 

[novolic_jr]

so any suggestion how much i need to save my sallary per month for maintenance.

 

[mizuan]

okay..novolic_jr:

you wanna get a feel of it...here's the cost of a simple lub service i did recently with my e36 318i (1995)

Oil filter M40---------RM36
Spark Plug-----------RM72 (RM18x4pcs)
Svc Charge----------RM40
Engine tune-up-----RM34
Shell Helix Plus Semi-Syn 15W/50 (4L) RM78

Total RM260

Place : Ultimate Motorsports, Batu Caves

 

[novolic_jr]

oh BMW.bila la aku blh memiliki mu....

 

[Crymson]

Originally posted by Slide@Nov 26 2005, 10:22 AM
Rebuilt gearbox - 5000
Radiator (Behr) - 1000

Like everybody says, at 150,000 kms - the GM 4 speed auto goes crunch.
You can get it done cheaper, but since it's out and apart you just might as well recondition the whole thing.

slide ... 1000 for behr radiator? u sure just the radiator? 328 (radiator only) should be about 630 plus labor

 

[muzamil]

changed my brake disc and pad yesterday.

ATE power disc: RM 420/pair
Original brake pad: RM 250

have to run in for 200km now...

 

[DanPromote]

bmw manual gear knob - RM90
Denso Iridium plugs x 4 - RM180
Pivot voltage stabiliser x 2 - RM300
Ice installation & wiring - RM308 (RM260 at L two Damansara Perdana which had many problems and wrong installation by them & RM48 at Brothers to fix the problems)
Clarion 5 1/2 inch 120w rms front 2-way speaker - RM130
Caliber 1000w 2 channel amp - RM360
Resprayed grill to black - RM10
Fix loose door panels - RM20
BMW no. plate holder - RM40+ (forgot actual price) thanks to tyke
Sprayed type no. plate - RM40+ (front and rear)
Fix alarm controller led & cloned a new set of controller - RM70