Chapter GMW | E30 LS1 (starting on post #1427)

[DrLeadFoot]

I am. Next week the chip should be here

[ClassE]

Any chance you were in Oshkosh the other day in your M3? If not - your car has a clone up here rolling around...

[DrLeadFoot]

ClassE said:

Any chance you were in Oshkosh the other day in your M3? If not - your car has a clone up here rolling around...

Wasn't me. Someone needs to track this guy down!

Small update:

MY CENTRAL LOCK WORKS!!!!! Drivers, passenger and trunk keys operate the locks and gas cap. Yeehaw!!!

[DrLeadFoot]

Wangan gave me an update on the diff build.

[YoungCR]

I've never seen such a beautifully photographed diff

[GunMetalGrey]

He photographed it on his engine, in a cool spot.

Who does that?!

[B C]

He sends those pics to everyone. Jk

[DrLeadFoot]

I couldn't believe the engine bay shot. Haha

[patsbimmer1]

It's a farewell tour for the dif!

[DrLeadFoot]

The diff is on it's way!  Some pics.

[B C]

PBFT!! Yusss

What % lockup is this? 60?

Im interested to hear how it behaves during abrupt throttle lift

[DrLeadFoot]

Haha. I thought that was great!

Yes, 60%. I'll let ya know how it feels.

[GunMetalGrey]

Why the odd input flange?

[DrLeadFoot]

GunMetalGrey said:

Why the odd input flange?

From the builder:

I started with a circa 2001 z3m unit as its the newest for cosmetics; z3m just happens to use a round 4 bolt instead of square.

Bmw uses both 4 bolt in round and square;  0 difference really; round is just newer like 1997+

[GunMetalGrey]

I kind of figured it would be something like that.
Not a big deal at all. Just curious!
Edit: I find it amusing that cosmetics come into play when selecting a case. I get it, because I always try to make my diffs look good, but it is under the car lol. I get it, but still find it amusing.

[Earl]

Talks about cosmetics and then leaves the mounting surfaces rusty......just kidding. Looks really good=) Can't wait to see this thing actually hook

[wasnt m3]

I have a feeling traction will always be an issue!

[i_love_cars]

man, you gotta get in on this dyno thing with me and Pat on the 18th !!

[DrLeadFoot]

I called them and left a message. What time are you guys going? I have a late lunch with my parents and fiancée at 2:30 downtown Milwaukee. I could do it of I leave by 1:00.

[i_love_cars]

seems legit. Pat scheduled us for 10 a.m.