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by priyakk
Wed Jun 03, 2026 12:09 pm
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: Okay, E46 crew, I need your help with this question.
Replies: 9
Views: 114

Re: Okay, E46 crew, I need your help with this question.

From an E46, the driving experience is really mind-blowing. The 04 325Ci that someone in the family owns is fantastic. Drives smoothly and has excellent handling. When it comes to the M3, my advice is to check if the two most significant known issues—the rod bearings and the reinforcing of the rear ...
by priyakk
Mon May 25, 2026 11:24 am
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: Changing out the front hub
Replies: 9
Views: 114

Re: Changing out the front hub

Worse worse, if the grease does in fact move, your torque will be significantly reduced. However, torque is of little consequence to other people. I inquired about the torque specification when I visited the dealership to purchase an axle nut. It was beyond the knowledge of the parts man to look it ...
by priyakk
Mon May 25, 2026 11:23 am
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: Changing out the front hub
Replies: 9
Views: 114

Re: Changing out the front hub

Some details were confusing me, so I appreciate the clarification. Aside from generic work flow and torque parameters, Mitchell1 provides no actual instruction on this operation. I thought taking the hub off would be a major challenge, but all it took was a little wiggle and it fell right apart. It ...
by priyakk
Mon May 25, 2026 11:22 am
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: Changing out the front hub
Replies: 9
Views: 114

Re: Changing out the front hub

Thank you for the advise. Another question: I've seen mixed advice on whether or not to grease the axle spline ends and, if so, which lubricant (e.g., moly vs. anti-seize) to use. Does anyone have formal word on the matter?
by priyakk
Mon May 25, 2026 11:20 am
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: Changing out the front hub
Replies: 9
Views: 114

Re: Changing out the front hub

I appreciate your prompt reply. It's likely to be rather tight, so I'll likely use ground friction to loosen it, followed by the brake to torque it down. Following the manufacturer's advise is something I try to avoid.
by priyakk
Mon May 25, 2026 11:20 am
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: Changing out the front hub
Replies: 9
Views: 114

Changing out the front hub

There doesn't seem to be any solid advice on how to fasten the hub so that the spindle nut may be torqued to 217 ft lbs. A few videos demonstrate how torque may be supplied to the spindle by engaging the park position of the gearbox. That seems like a chance to hurt yourself from the inside out ...
by priyakk
Thu May 21, 2026 8:47 am
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: An Opel GT is envisioned by Chip Foose.
Replies: 9
Views: 152

Re: An Opel GT is envisioned by Chip Foose.

It appears they have done it before...

This Fiberfab Jamaican II V8 was up for auction on BaT Auctions and sold for $24,250 on June 17, 2022 (Lot #76,328). It was accompanied by a trailer.
by priyakk
Tue May 19, 2026 12:17 pm
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: which manufacturers of brake rotors are dependable for a 2012 XC70?
Replies: 9
Views: 163

Re: which manufacturers of brake rotors are dependable for a 2012 XC70?

Volvo rotors are the only ones used at the shop where I work.
by priyakk
Mon May 18, 2026 12:39 pm
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: The oil level
Replies: 3
Views: 90

Re: The oil level

The first time I changed it, I placed 8 liters, and it was on the first red line; that's why I went with 7.5 liters this time; nevertheless, when I removed it from the car, it was more than 7 liters. I was wondering why.