87 535is - getting started

[B C]

I like ABS but after replacing the pump, control unit, sensors (with used sensors), and cleaning the rings on the hubs, it is still in-op. I have some more used sensors to try out before pulling the rest of my hair out, but I am starting to lean towards removing my ABS. I really dont want to flat-spot a set of nice tires, but as hard as I was on the brakes at the track, I didn't get into any lockup even on my all-seasons. So im on the fence about keeping/removing the ABS. If I can get it to work this spring, then I will re-locate the pump to behind the passenger side strut tower for some better weight distribution.

[Brian.]

Learn to put just the right amount of pressure on your brakes while braking hard. A good way to do this, drive with out cruise control for a long time. I never use crusie control, you'll get muscle memory of where say, "60mph is" and your foot will auto adjust for going up and down hills. Sounds stupid, but it works. My ABS is all sorts of fucked up, and likes to kick on and off on it's own. too bad I can't just disconnect the power to the damn thing. Or remove it and put in T fittings.

[Earl]

Brian said:

too bad I can't just disconnect the power to the damn thing. Or remove it and put in T fittings.

You can do both of those.

[Brian.]

No, I was reading on Mye28.com that it can cause brake bias issues..

[Earl]

It does on all cars. Get a proportioning valve.

[Brian.]

yeah, I'll look into it, because I seriously hate my ABS. It's all jacked up. I also need to rebuild my power steering pump soon. I hate not having power steering, or power brakes.

[Earl]

Brian said:

yeah, I'll look into it, because I seriously hate my ABS. It's all jacked up. I also need to rebuild my power steering pump soon. I hate not having power steering, or power brakes.

I'm removing abs because A) I hate it and Shaved bay:P lol

[merl]

@ Snap

I just realized I didn't tell you tires - Hankook Ventus V12 ...(I think that is right)

[merl]

Euro headlights installed and wired (city light on in photo) ... front bumper test fit.

[Brian.]

Damn you for having euro's. I need to source some.

[Earl]

Brian said:

Damn you for having euro's. I need to source some.

Working on it=)

[merl]

Euro non-AC center console.

[merl]

Installed

[Brian.]

Can I ask how much, and where you got that from? I really want one. I removed my AC. and I'd like a little cubby hole like that.

[merl]

I actually received it with my euro bumper purchase so I don't know how much it would cost or how rare it is in the US (all US cars had AC) I did have to order a new Heater control plate as the radio and heat controls reverse (that was 65 bucks) ... I am looking forward to having the cubby as well.

[Brian.]

Looks damngood. I want one. Gunna source one.

[merl]

I will let you know if I run into another one ... I don't see them often though.

[YoungCR]

Very nice!

[Brian.]

Please do! And the radio thing is whatever. Mine never works to begin with. Don't know if it's my Clarion headunit, or the previous owners botched wiring job.

[merl]

The new head is de-valved and work will start on that and the intake manifold. Pistons and cam will be about 5 weeks so there is time to make the Motronic 1.3 harness look purty and get the shadowline done. 

Also, my brake booster (hydraulic, not vacuum) decided it was done holding fluid   so that has to come out and be rebuilt. The 3.73 still needs to go in, air dam mounted, paint for said air dam and bumpers, minor body work, speakers, etc, etc, etc .... 

Lots to do but looking good.