Re: Cone filter install question

[Thaddeus Wakefield Batt <thaddeus@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

On Sat, 12 Sep 1998, Ken Kloess wrote:
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> answer, but so far have found none.   I'm trying to install a cone K&N
> filter and heat shield in my 325IS ('93 E-36) the Duane Collie way
> (cheap is good!) for track days and don't know what to do with the
> little gadget that is bolted to the bottom of the factory airbox.  It
> has two "smallish" rubber hoses that connect to it, and is held to the
> airbox by one bolt. Heck, I don't even know what it is or does.  (PCV
> valve?)   Anyway, what is the best thing to do with it when the cone is
> installed?  I'd really appreciate a prompt reply if at all possible (or
> e-mail directly) 'cause I plan to really dig into the project Sunday
> morning.  Thanks for any help!  Ken    drken@domain.elided

Ken, 
  This may or may not apply - these comments are based on my experience
with my E30.  My understanding is that the unit is an altitude compensator
of some sort.  I relocated the device to the upper airbox mounting
bracket.  There is a threaded stud on the outside, towards the front of
the bracket.  I found that the altitude compensator unit (?) threaded
right onto that stud.

cheers,
- --thad

Thaddeus Wakefield Batt
thaddeus@domain.elided
BMWCCA Boston:	#1147928
1986 325es
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