Car will not start at times, fuel gauge only works when tank is full or empty, and starter sticks sometimes. Once car is started and warm, normally runs fine. Was advised to replace fuel sending unit and maybe starter. Was told may have duel gas pump problem. Does the advise seem accurate? Is this major/worth the investment. And, should someone with basic auto repair skills be able to fix it? The car is a 1984 automatic 318i with approx. 150K miles. Thanks!
Starter needs to be rebuilt or exchanged no doubt as far as the fuel gage just replace the tank unit and it will be fine the starting problem is probably do to the old plug wires and weak coil that i would check first my 83 bmw had ver similars issues was a good ole car just kinda contankerous at times
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starter needs to be rebuilt or exchanged no doubt as far as the fuel gage just replace the tank unit and it will be fine the starting problem is probably do to the old plug wires and weak coil that i would check first my 83 bmw had ver similars issues was a good ole car just kinda contankerous at times
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Yes you can do it all if your inclined. yes its possible you got good avise. When you drop the tank be sure you do it when the fuel is as empty as possible or its awkward and heavy. Also disconnect the battery when you do the starter so as not to short out anything
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The starter is the the 1st thing you need to do. Do it ASAP or one day it may not work at all.
Right now get the price and availability so your not caught off guard when you decide to do this.
Here'sa link to our local auto parts store so you can see what your dealing with
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