My new project 😍

[Rickyraz]

Hi everyone 

I’ve very recently Purchased myself a bmw, in fact my first ever bmw! Always loved them, nearly all models.

Anyway I came upon a barn find, in a barn. I’ve recently move to ‘this area (rural ). I’ve just a bid operation 10 days ago and my friend and landlord as been keeping a eye on me while convalescing. Sorry this is dragging on a bit🥱anyway he invited me to have a walk around is small holding to look at is tracktor and stuff. I seen this when he said it was taking room up in is barn and he’s dragging it out side😳anyway I purchased it from at is first suggested price infact I pulled is arm off! Very very very cheap😉I think 🤔 this is it

 

[Rickyraz]

It did run about five years ago apparently no engine problems? Gearbox as problems, and he tried jump starting it! The wrong way I expect as he’s a tractor/ Land Rover man.

Any tips advice or any input would be much appreciated and needed. I want to run and drive this stunning motor.

kind regards the the club 

Richard, very excited 

 

 

 

[Greydog]

Morning Richard

Wow what a find. To protect your find as much as possible I would pull it out and trailer it away. From underneath get a socket on the crank and turn it by hand to make sure it hasn't seized. If it turns OK I would remove the spark plugs and put some diesel into the bores remember after 5 years the top of the engine will be dry (no oil) check the oil to make sure that's OK if possible give it an oil/filter change.

Then in the boot check/change the batteries (if you weren't aware there are 2) or if the batteries are there and test OK a jump pack on the jump points under the bonnet. Take care I have read that if only 1 battery is changed serious damage can be caused.

Once you have power spin it over several times without the plugs to (a) clear the diesel that has been lubricating the rings and (b) get oil pressure (oil light out on the dash) Now assuming fuel pumps are working plugs in and give it a go, all things equal it should start providing damage hasn't been done to the electronics by clumsy jump start efforts.

Good Luck keep us posted

Dave

[Rickyraz]

Thanks Dave, as soon as I feel a little better I’ll take your advice 👍 tomorrow I will buy a couple of batteries for it, I’ve purchased a proper cover for it. I’m afraid it will have to stay there for a few weeks unless I can get it running and moving 🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻
any advice regarding a diagnostic tool?

many thanks 

Rich 

[Greydog]

Morning Richard

I use BMW 1.4.0 loaded onto an old laptop that I keep just for garage work. The program is pretty comprehensive easy to set up and use and is cheap. There are others like INSTA/INPA which are dealer level but can be a faf to set up. 

I don't know if you are aware of www.realoem.com and www.newtis.info  

First is an online BMW Parts Web Site put the last 7 digits of your Vin into the search box it will bring up your model so you know you have the right parts. Second is a BMW Technical Information site used by the Dealer network for service and repair information (remember the Dealer has Tech's who are younger than your car 😁) search your madel or use the Vin again.

Good Luck fingers crossed 

Dave

[Rickyraz]

Thanks very much Dave👍 That a great help.

btw stunning dogs 

[Greydog]

Thanks 4 Wei's and a Black Pointer 3 guess's which ones the re-home

 

[Rickyraz]

I’ll guess the pointer ?

[Greydog]

Morning Richard

How is the 840 in your possession yet? Another website is www.meeknet.co.uk Tim Meek is a genuine enthusiast and has a site dedicated to the 840 

Oh your wild guss was correct 😁

Dave 

[Rickyraz]

Hi David 

yes I’ve got it! I’ve had a bit of a shocker with it today though! I popped the two new batteries on. Just to see what electrics are working. Big mistake smoke came from somewhere near the alternator!! Luckily my car didn’t go up in flames, but now I’m stumped. Battery’s off 

 

[Greydog]

Hi Richard

Oh Oh!! Fingers crossed it's something simple like the Voltage regulator or rodent damage. I would check the loom in the area for signs of "munching" if the loom looks OK then just pull the plug on the alternator and test again if no smoke then you have it narrowed down. The Voltage regulator is a simple change (easier with the alternator on the bench) 

Tip 1. A good addition to the tool box is a younger bendier assistant (i have two sons for that) Tip 2. Are you aware of Tim Meeks web site he is an 840 nut in the nicest way. check out www.meeknet.co.uk

Dave

[Rickyraz]

Hi David 

well it seems that the alternator is seized anyway. I removed the plugs squirted diesel in the bores and turned it over by hand everything move nicely except for the alternator 👍 I’ve been on it all day and my op is getting a bit sore, kit away for today and a cold beer me think😋 oh I’m solo on the this project. Thank Dave 

[Greydog]

The beer sounds like a plan Richard (thinking Juice) 

Progress better slow at this stage, good news is everything is turning apart from the alternator so step one If all the fluid levels are OK I would remove the belt and spin it up to get oil where it needs to be. 

Enjoy your cold thinking juice 

Dave