Happy Friday! It has been such a beautiful week…and, you guessed it, another busy one here at the shop! I’m a bit late with today’s blog post, my apologies! However, I do have a good excuse! I went with Reggie to a local swap meet to help search for a few odds and ends for the 1969 Camaro project. And now we’re back to enjoy the Cruise-In! The weather couldn’t be nicer! So swing on by!
Yes, we’ve been working on BMWs this week, but I want this post to focus on the Camaro! Reggie has spent a great deal of time dressing up the engine, and we’re so close to installing it, along with the transmission! Let’s dive right into things! Here are the highlights and how the engine looks as of right now. Then below, you can watch a quick slideshow with more orange eye candy!
If you check out our Facebook page, you probably saw the exciting news that the transmission arrived on Monday morning! We were elated!
While the transmission waits a bit longer on the sidelines, Reggie got to work putting some finishing touches on the engine:
He also installed new brakes:
More work on the engine:
A look at the new water pump:
Paint is removed from the area where the water pump will be installed:
Isn’t she lovely?
Reggie hops back on the brake work:
Looking good!
Want to see more? Sit back, relax, and take a look!
Many of you may have heard that we had a fire at our home last Friday afternoon. We would like to thank everyone for their prayers, support, and willingness to help in any way. We are doing well, all things considered. Lucy is staying with family (thanks, Mom + Dad!), and Lola, our cat, has found a temporary home here in the office. She seems to like it here! She’s never been away from home, but has adjusted pretty well! And she’s pretty stoked about making her first appearance on the blog!
If you’re looking for fun car stuff going on this weekend, check out Mecum at the Indiana State Fairgrounds!
And I’d like to wish Reggie a very Happy Birthday on Sunday! He’s the best friend and husband I could have ever dreamed of! I love you, Reggie! xo
We’re back with another Friday edition of the blog! Speaking of Friday, that means we’re crossing our fingers for nice weather for a Cruise-In tonight! As always, the Cruise-Ins happen here at the shop starting at 6pm on Friday evenings, weather-permitting. Bring some food, some drinks, some chairs, and relax with other auto enthusiasts!
Don’t forget to mark your calendars for our Annual Open House on Saturday, June 16th! And the car show in Forest Park on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 17th!
If you’re looking for a fun road-trip for the upcoming holiday weekend, consider following us to North Carolina for The Vintage! This will be our third year going, and we wouldn’t want to miss it! Take a look at photos from our past two trips, and see for yourself!
Let’s take a look at some happenings here in the shop this week!
This 2001 BMW 740i came in to diagnose dash warning lights, to diagnose suspension issues, and to inspect the rear right ABS speed sensor:
Next, Sam worked on this 2001 BMW 325i. Aftermarket brake caliper bolts were replaced with factory ones. A new oil filter housing gasket, as well as an oil change, was also on order. The air intake cleaner was replaced. A new front left wheel was mounted and balanced. And last, but not least, she had an inoperable key fob that needed to be diagnosed.
This beautiful 2002 laguna seca blue BMW M3 came in for some diagnostic work, including noise and vibration coming from the rear right of the car, a sporadic whining noise inside the cabin, a check engine light, an inoperable A/C blower motor, a new propeller shaft support, and a few other odds and ends.
While in the shop, Reggie took a look at the radio, which was not working:
Besides a blown fuse, this radio had another issue… Upon removal, it jingled and jangled – Reggie could see something inside it, besides a CD…
If you’re a fan of Reggie’s Motorworks on facebook, you may have seen this photo earlier in the week where we asked the question “Which 4 things don’t belong in this radio?” Somehow, 4 shiny Lincolns made their way into this M3′s radio!
We hope to see you at the Cruise-In tonight! Be sure to stay tuned for more updates on the 1969 Camaro project!
Wishing a Happy Mother’s Day to all Moms, especially to our own, Marcie and Patti – we love you both so much!
Happy Friday! Thanks again for making our 2nd Swap Meet a success! And a huge thank you to Hoosier BMW for partnering with us for this event and for providing lunch! It was a rainy day, but we had a full parking lot and plenty of indoor space to set up bits and parts for sale!
Here are a few photos from the event:
It has been another busy week here at the shop. I know I sound like a broken record, but it’s true! And we couldn’t be happier about it! We are looking forward to saying thank you to all of our customers and friends for their support at our upcoming Open House on Saturday, June 16th! As usual, we’ll have food, prizes, and, of course, cars! Then if you want more car stuff to do that same weekend, join us the following day, Sunday, June 17th, for the car show at Forest Park here in Noblesville! More details to come! And don’t forget about the Cruise-In on Friday evenings here at the shop starting at 6pm, weather-permitting! ***UPDATE: There will NOT be a Cruise-In tonight, May 4th. Please stay tuned for upcoming events! Thank you!***
Let’s dive right into a few of the bimmers that were in the shop this week! This 2001 BMW X5 was brought in for a post-purchase inspection. She was due for her 100,000 mile scheduled maintenance, including oxygen sensors and spark plugs. She also got an oil change, a new rear left window regulator, a new front right power door window motor, front and rear brakes, front control arms, and front turn signal bulbs. This sharp X5 is ready for the road!
Next up is a 2007 BMW 328xi. After an oil leak and a replaced crank seal, she wouldn’t start after being driven a half mile. She came to us on a tow truck and will get some much needed diagnostic work.
We also have a 1986 Porsche 944 in the shop. We’re diagnosing some engine noise and “flapping” coming from the timing belt.
It is difficult to see, but there is a hairline crack around where the dipstick connects to the transmission oil pan of the 1989 BMW 325ix that we sold. That’s right, the ix has found a new home!
Reggie cleaned the area to prep it for soldering:
We got the Camaro parts back from powder coating! Now we’re just waiting on the transmission to be shipped here for installation!
This 2001 BMW 330i was running sluggishly and was in limp mode. Diagnostics are in order!
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