by Michael | Dec 23, 2006 | Chassis
Here are a few comments and experiences on owning a 1973 BMW Bavaria. I am somewhat competition oriented and hope that others may find this information helpful. To improve handling I recommend the factory available 24-mm front sway bar with a 19-mm rear. Couple these...
by Michael | May 27, 2006 | Random Tips
Based on Scott Chamberlain’s 101 Tips for 2002’s (Roundel September 1993), here with another batch from equally fanatical Mike Self. Mike Self is well-known to St. Louis Gateway Tech attendees as Professor Rust lecturing often on the prevention and cure...
by Michael | May 27, 2006 | Suspension
I said you would not be snowed in this column and I’m going to try to refrain from being too technical, no matter how much it hurts. However, for those of you with sixes who have decided to change your own shocks, here are a few suggestions. Rear shocks: Get...
by Michael | May 27, 2006 | Suspension
As a new owner of a 1970 2002, 1 am very pleased with the overall quality and performance of the car. I do all maintenance and modifications myself; and since its purchase in July 1976, 1 have become very intimate with its workings, in particular, the replacement of...
by Michael | May 27, 2006 | Suspension
If you would like to eliminate the excessive rear wheel decamber and resulting uneven tire wear when your 2002/tii is heavily loaded for a trip, air shocks are an answer. I suggest Sears Roebuck air shocks for a 1966 Falcon station wagon. I find that these shocks are...
