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Sorry folks..i guess it took _too_ long. But a new edition of the faq 
will be out..1 part a day(there are 5 parts). This FAQ will most possibly
be archived at some site soon. The details will be posted.
njoy!

- -sandeep & rick kjeldsen

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Sandeep Pathak    Eaton Corp. - Semiconductor Div.
(508)921-9696     sandeep_pathak%[email protected]

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INDEX

      1.0:   BMW history

+     2.0:   BMW models and specs ( chronological order )
            2.1:   M3 Evolutions

      3.0:   BMWNA
            3.1:  	Where do i contact BMW NA ?

      4.0:   BMWCCA and other clubs
            4.1:  	List of all the BMW chapters in USA 
            4.2:  	Other car clubs and organizations
            4.3:  	How do i join BMW CCA?
+           4.4:  	Who's Who List

      5.0:   SECA

      6.0:   Renting a BMW
            6.1:  	Does any car rental outfit in the US have BMWs?
            6.2:  	How do i rent a BMW in Europe?

      7.0:   Driving Schools

      8.0:   Related Publications

      9.0:   BMW information on Internet
+           9.1:  	WWW site and other faqs
+           9.2:  	specialty car pictures

     10.0:   Mail-order and other parts stores

     11.0:   Gasoline
           11.1:  	BMW Gasoline Test - Consumer Reports (Summary)
           11.2:   	What is oxygenated gas?..and why?
           11.3:  	What are the various ratings used for octane?
           11.4:  	Should i use fuel additives?

     12.0:   Engine
+          12.1:  	How do i choose a motor oil?
           12.2:  	Should i use synthetic oil?
           12.3:  	Tackling overheating problems
           12.4:  	Adjusting valves
+          12.5:  	Spark plg lube
+          12.6:  	Loose Big 6 Oil Spray Bar Bolts

     13.0:   Brakes
           13.0:   How to change fluid
           13.1:  	Why should i change brake fluid?
           13.2:  	How come most of the cars dont do  brake fluid change?
           13.3:  	What are silicone brake fluids?
           13.5:  	Tips to remember while using Mighty Vac
           13.5:  	How do i decide on which brake fluid to use (track)?
           13.6:  	Why is there break squealing/vibration?
           13.7:  	Eliminating brrake squeal

     14.0:   Transmission

     15.0:   AC, Heating, Coolants 
           15.1:  	What are the recommended coolants?
           15.2:  	Heater Control Valve Problems
           15.3:  	Poor AC performance
           15.4:  	New AC regulations
           15.5:  	Blower Fan Problems
           15.6:  	Cleaning the radiator

     16.0:   Fuel Injection Systems
           16.1:  	My engine surges/stumbles when cold
           16.2:  	Is it required to use fuel injector cleaners?
           16.3:  	My transfer pump buzzes loudly
           16.4:   How do i check if my transfer pump is gone?
           16.5:   	How do i change my transfer pump
           16.6:  	An aftermarket pump for a bimmer?
           16.7:  	How to cure fluctuating idle problems
           16.8:  	All about Idling you wanted to know (TechFAQ)
           16.9:  	Oxygen Sensor info

     17.0:   Tires
?          17.1:  	How to choose the right tire for your car
+          17.2:  	Tire Survey (Summary)
           17.3:  	Winter Driving and BMWs (FWD vs RWD) (Summary)
           17.6:  	Why should tires be rotated?
           17.7:  	Snow tire recommendation
+          17.8:  	Inflation pressures
+          17.9:  	Tire rolling direction
+          17.10:  	Tire sizes and related issues

     18.0:   Body Work and miscellaneous
           18.1:  	Fixing squeaking doors
           18.2:  	Long-term car storage
           18.3:  	Shifter feel improvement
+          18.4:  	Wheel Cleaners
+          18.5:  	Rocker panel coating
           18.6:   Water Leaks
           18.7:   Plastic Panel Repair
           18.8:   E24 Steering Bolt
           18.9:  	Wheel paint

     19.0:   Electrical
           19.1:  	Fixing Automatic Antennas
           19.2:  	Taking care of your battery
           19.3:  	Troubleshooting Central Locking System
           19.4:  	Jerky Wipers??
           19.5:  	Rewiring Fog Lights so they're independant of high beams
           19.6:  	Resetting service indicator lights
           19.7:  	Changing service indicator light batteries
           19.8:  	Erratic blinkers
           19.9:  	Replacing OBC bulbs
           19.10:  	Power Windows
           19.11:  	Problems with key panel

     20.0:   Performance Modifications
           20.1:  	Experience with a Dinan chip
           20.2:  	Air filters
           20.3:  	Why can't BMW come up with the best chip?
           20.4:  	Custom brake lines
           20.5:  	Differentials
           20.6:  	MCU switch settings