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Created with the weekend mechanic in mind, this extensively illustrated manual features 101 projects that will help you maintain, restore, modify, and enhance your 3 Series sedan. Have you ever wanted to do your own maintenance and performance upgrades on your BMW 3 Series, but were afraid to try? Tired of paying your mechanic to perform routine maintenance? With
more than 400 color photographs and 272 pages of
never-before-compiled technical content focusing on the
1982 through 2000 models,
101 Performance Projects for Your BMW 3 Series gives you all the necessary knowledge, pitfalls to avoid, and costs associated with performing an array of weekend projects.
Presented in a clear, colorful, and concise format, this book allows you to quickly determine
how each project will improve your BMW,
tools you'll need,
how much it will cost, and
how to do it step by step.
Whether it's repairing your engine or fitting new wheels, author Wayne R. Dempsey guides you through the process, along with
endless tips and tricks garnered from years of working on these wonderful German sports sedans. The book covers:
- Basics, including jacking up your car and replacing air and fuel filters
- Engine
- Fuel injection
- Water cooling
- Transmission/drive axles/shifter
- Exhaust
- Brakes
- Suspension
- Body/interior trim
- Gauges and electrical systems
- Additional topics, including adding personal touches and dyno testing
With this invaluable resource in hand, it's time to get out into the garage and
enjoy restoring, modifying, and maintaining your BMW 3 Series to perfection.