{"product_id":"101-performance-projects-for-your-bmw-3-series-1982-2000-paperback","title":"101 Performance Projects for Your BMW 3 Series 1982-2000 - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eWayne R. Dempsey\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCreated 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.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e 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 \u003cb\u003emore than 400 color photographs\u003c\/b\u003e and 272 pages of \u003cb\u003enever-before-compiled technical content\u003c\/b\u003e focusing on the \u003cb\u003e1982 through 2000 models\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003ci\u003e101 Performance Projects for Your BMW 3 Series\u003c\/i\u003e gives you all the necessary knowledge, pitfalls to avoid, and costs associated with performing an array of weekend projects. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Presented in a clear, colorful, and concise format, this book allows you to quickly determine \u003cb\u003ehow each project will improve your BMW\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003etools you'll need\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003ehow much it will cost\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb\u003ehow to do it step by step\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Whether it's repairing your engine or fitting new wheels, author Wayne R. Dempsey guides you through the process, along with \u003cb\u003eendless tips and tricks\u003c\/b\u003e garnered from years of working on these wonderful German sports sedans. The book covers: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasics, including jacking up your car and replacing air and fuel filters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFuel injection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater cooling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransmission\/drive axles\/shifter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExhaust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody\/interior trim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGauges and electrical systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional topics, including adding personal touches and dyno testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e With this invaluable resource in hand, it's time to get out into the garage and \u003cb\u003eenjoy restoring, modifying, and maintaining your BMW 3 Series to perfection\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWayne R. Dempsey \u003c\/b\u003eis the author of several best-selling Porsche how-to books, including \u003ci\u003e101 Projects for Your Porsche Boxster\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003e101 Projects for Your Porsche 911 (1998-2008), \u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e101 Projects for Your Porsche 911 (1965-89), \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eHow to Rebuild and Modify Porsche 911 Engines\u003c\/i\u003e. He has been working and playing with mechanical machines all his life. Wayne earned both BS and an MS degrees in Mechanical Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. His connection to automobiles deepened when he raced with the MIT Solar Electric Vehicle Racing Team. Post MIT, Dempsey spent a few years building communications satellites for Hughes Space and Communications, before leaving to pursue an entrepreneurial calling. Literally starting in his garage, Dempsey co-founded Pelican Parts, an internet-based automotive-parts company specializing in European cars. Today, Pelican Parts is thriving business featuring an active online community and numerous technical articles authored by Dempsey (PelicanParts.com).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 272\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.57 x 10.34 x 8.24 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 15, 2006\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42131861045383,"sku":"9780760326954","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/2623\/2711\/files\/e784217d46a8bad19230ce43fed5bdfa.webp?v=1732621884","url":"https:\/\/booksby.splitshops.com\/products\/101-performance-projects-for-your-bmw-3-series-1982-2000-paperback","provider":"Books by splitShops","version":"1.0","type":"link"}