"stuttgartobsessed" (grantharmsen)
10/06/2014 at 11:16 • Filed to: None
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"stuttgartobsessed" (grantharmsen)
10/06/2014 at 11:16 • Filed to: None | 1
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Seeing as I recently bought a BMW I'm looking to find a good forum to solve my problems for me. I'm also curious about joining the BMW CCA (or other BMW club). Do any of you have experience with the BMWCCA? Also looking for a good BMW shop in the Bay Area if any of you have a recommendation.
Have a mean looking M1 ProCar for your time:
E30Joe drives a Subaru
> stuttgartobsessed
10/06/2014 at 11:21 |
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I'm a member at http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/forum.ph… it's covers all models.
K-Roll-PorscheTamer
> stuttgartobsessed
10/06/2014 at 11:21 |
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Pelican Parts is a great forum for information, advice and other such things. You can buy parts from there as well. I highly recommend it. It isn't strictly BMW, but even so, go check them out!
Fed(oo=[][]=oo)uken
> stuttgartobsessed
10/06/2014 at 11:24 |
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I think it really depends on what you've bought. Drop some deets!
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K-Roll-PorscheTamer
> K-Roll-PorscheTamer
10/06/2014 at 11:24 |
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I mean they cover Porsche, BMW and volvo I believe but everyone there is very knowledgeable and they've all done work at some point so there's plenty of experience to be shared.
Tripper
> stuttgartobsessed
10/06/2014 at 11:39 |
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Depends on the particular model. I frequent bimmerpost, e46 fanatics, m3 forum, and e9x outpost. I generally only use the forums to look for parts or common model issues before purchasing. I am also a member of the BMW CCA thanks to another oppo member, but I have yet to get out and do anything with them.
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stuttgartobsessed
> Fed(oo=[][]=oo)uken
10/06/2014 at 11:56 |
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Its a 2002 530i M-Sport.
heliochrome85
> stuttgartobsessed
10/06/2014 at 12:02 |
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BMW CCA Member here. I don't frequent the forums largely because I get tired of the same threads over and over.
jmedarts
> stuttgartobsessed
10/06/2014 at 12:08 |
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BMW CCA membership is 100% worth it for the help you'll receive from Mike Miller. His tech talk column in Roundel magazine is great, the fact that you can email him questions about your broken car and he'll actually respond quickly is even better.
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stuttgartobsessed
> heliochrome85
10/06/2014 at 12:10 |
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What are your thoughts on BMW CCA membership?
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stuttgartobsessed
> jmedarts
10/06/2014 at 12:10 |
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Awesome! that's good to know.
Too many M's
> stuttgartobsessed
10/06/2014 at 12:22 |
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Bimmerforums is good, there's a lot of E36 love there. A different scene mostly for modified rides or track cars. Bimmerfest has a more mature crowd for the stock enthusiast. BMWCCA is a great club, I have a few friends that are part of it and the parts discounts can be great plus additional on a new BMW when the time comes.
E92M3
> jmedarts
10/06/2014 at 12:27 |
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Yep, worth it for Roundel alone. Plus you get discounts on parts at the dealer by being a member. There's also a discount if you use AVIS.
Corey
> stuttgartobsessed
10/06/2014 at 13:13 |
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It's not the best overall, but if you need model-specific info, this is a decent place to start. BMW also put the same M54B30 in the 330i, so if you have engine problems (CCV replacement, cooling issues, etc.) check out e46fanatics.com. That board has a ton of info. It's been a lifesaver on my 3 series cars.
ArmadaExpress drives a turbo outback
> stuttgartobsessed
10/06/2014 at 14:17 |
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www.bimmerfest.com and www.bimmerforums.com are your two best bets.
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heliochrome85
> stuttgartobsessed
10/06/2014 at 21:13 |
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if you have an active chapter it can be a wonderful thing to join. we do a lot of events in my chapter ranging from autocross to events at the BMW performance center.
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stuttgartobsessed
> heliochrome85
10/07/2014 at 12:25 |
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That makes sense. I guess it would be pointless if I work weekends...
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heliochrome85
> stuttgartobsessed
10/07/2014 at 12:31 |
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where do you live?
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stuttgartobsessed
> heliochrome85
10/07/2014 at 12:53 |
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north Bay Area.