jp5Touring

That flasher is like $13. bucks I would try a new one just for grins.  That or buy a magnet.?

I replaced the home made inspection plate on one of my Weber sidedrafts  carbs. Correct screws also.

No more leak even with that big hole in the center.  Ordered new fuel filler neck and gasket for the fuel tank.

25 minutes ago, zinz said:

Wow.... that’s gorgeous 

 

Ed

This,  well done. You have good taste Sir.  

Thanks Nick,  There  is never any fuel spill just the odor  and I check it all the time. The smell is in the far right back corner I'm pretty sure.  I'm okay if I have to pull the tank I just want to wait till winter since in Michigan.  

I put some fuel resistance rtv on it since new parts won't be here till next week.  I think its better, but it might be me just hoping.

So I've been chasing the infamous gas in trunk smell.  I replaced both O-Rings and the fuel lines in the trunk.

I also found no check valve but just a coupler that was 3/8 but should of been 5/16 to 3/8.  I thought for sure that was the source. Corrected that with a check valve.

But still no luck. Only thing left besides the tank was the fuel filler rubber pipe and gasket.  The rubber pipe had a few very small hairline cracks, so maybe I thought.

I went to take the rubber neck off and notice the gasket was on the body NOT sandwich between the metal flange as shown on RealOEM.

I did order a new rubber filler pipe and gasket. I'm thinking this was installed incorrectly, see pic.

If someone can confirm what order the gasket goes I would appreciate it.  I think (HOPE) it's incorrect and this being my source of the smell.

RealOEM diagram link

https://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/showparts?id=2583-USA-05-1973-114-BMW-2002tii&diagId=16_0384

Gasket is #11 and should be between the two metal rings.  Yes ?

Great find,   Congrats.   Those round taillights  mmmmmmmmm 

Worked on my gas smell in the trunk. Replaced some of the fuel line and added a proper check valve.

Their was just a coupler that wasn't the correct size so I was pretty hopeful that was my source, But Nooooo

I still have a mild smell.  The rubber fuel neck has a couple of very fine hairline cracks but at $80. I was hoping thats not it.

I plan to replace that and the gasket just to be safe.  After that I think I'm pulling a gas tank.

The smell is definitely from the fill corner. I did get in my trunk and smash my face every where around the tank.

New check valve  with correct 3/8 and 5/16 barbs.  

I used this from NAPA, I have LED bulbs from SuperBright works perfect.

https://www.napaonline.com/en/p/NF_EL13  

On 7/30/2019 at 2:12 PM, joysterm said:

Her estate was very happy that she did not, that paint job netted the estate 1.7 million at auction a few years back....go figure

The collector that bought it lives by me. The car is pretty cool in person.  It was purchased as a Birthday or a Christmas present,,  because they can.  ?

IIRC Discount Tire won't mount a tire over ten yers old.  If no cracking I would at least give them try and see how they feel.

1 hour ago, Stevenc22 said:

Yeah I switched to a red coil a week ago with no resistor. The 123 is happy with any coil over 1ohm of primary resistance. 

Got Damn,   that engine bay.   

Getting the impression we need to start a GoFundMe page for a coloring book

Replaced both O-Rings in my fuel tank in hopes of finding my trunk fuel smell. Already replaced the fuel vent line and grommet to the correct ones. The fuel pick up looked like new but the smaller one for the fuel gage was flat as a pancake.

Just purchased a tin of Simichrome. I tried it out on the bumpers and mirrors, to say I'm impressed  would be an understatement.

Stuff is great.  Thanks to the members that recommended it in some older threads. 

I don't think this is a bad deal at all.  Great color rebuilt motor suspension redone a solid body it appears.

The car needs some time put into it  and maybe finesse the bumper and body kit. 

I just imported a 2002 from Canada to Michigan and not one person physically looked at my car or checked the VIN in person.

The only concern was having the VIN match on all my paperwork.   It amazises me on how different it is from state to state. 

13 hours ago, joysterm said:

I see you have an excellent taste in colour as well.......love to see the rest of the car.

Thanks,  I need to get some good pics of the thing.   I don't think its anywhere near as nice as yours, but a very very good driver car.  It did win a Best of 1970's at a recent car show, that surprised me a little.  I'm a bit surprised at all the attention it gets on the road. People love it, I think its the color for sure.  I was looking for a Chamonix one.  

They are a joy to drive and understand why so many people love them.  Brings back a lot of memories. Money well spent.?

Good,  this is maybe four hours from me.  I'm supposed to be working on a house. ?

10 hours ago, TVeye said:

Been wanting to do this for months, wanna share any info?

I purchased mine  from Moss Motors for $10.89. I just set them in the headlight bucket, but had to use a longer fastener .

I used an allen head  maybe 3mm longer, so far so good.  I didn't consider the problem of washing the headlight. Hmmmm ??

I do use an electric leaf blower to help dry the car after a wash so I'm hoping it will be okay.

https://mossmotors.com/stoneguards-pair

I also purchased some of the old school Castrol stuff,  Tin Cup and oil can. I want the tool roll.

https://mossmotors.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=Castrol+oil+can

Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery . I seen a pic of them on Joysterm  02. Thought they were cool and they protect my new Cibie's , bonus .

My 2002 came with the colored wiring diagram. Its so well done I want to get a cheap frame and hang it in my garage.

What exhaust is that car sounds great

Installed correct fuel line vent and grommet. Painted the instrument cluster ring that holds the glass in satin black. Also painted the inside of bezel satin white.  The front glass trim rings are off to get new silver pin striping  done. little steps ?

13 hours ago, iinca said:

POR 15' my new drums and hubs 'cause I hate looking at rusty drums and hubs

 

 

That turned out well. Is that brushed on or do they offer it in a  spray can ? 

Took apart my new to me black bezel instrument panel. Removing the glass is not for the faint of heart.Hopefully it all goes back together.  I cleaned and taped it off for some matte white paint on the back side, but of course I need to buy some paint. 

Hopefully I can repair the odometer and get it all together this weekend.