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

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  • wasnt m3W
    wasnt m3W
    wasnt m3
    wrote on last edited by
    #923

    All e30 coupe chassis are the same, aren't they? I don't see why an e30 m3 rear seat would fit a 325 any different.

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    • DrLeadFootD
      DrLeadFootD
      DrLeadFoot
      wrote on last edited by
      #924

      Got the ECS T3 solid gasket in the mail from @Frank_Mopar!

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      Installed it with some copper RTV.

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      Had to track down the Snap-On dealer to get a male 14mm allen socket for the differential fill hole.  Picked this up too and it's the bee's knees.

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      The 14mm allen lead to this.  Please don't judge my washers:dontknow:

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      The subframe diff mounting hardware. 16mm bolts and thick washers from a M-coupe if I remember correctly.

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      Which lead to this.

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      Oil change.

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      I drained my crank case catch can that draws vacuum from the exhaust.  Nasty...

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      Who wants to clean this up?!!?

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      Some more pics of the e30 M3 rear seat.

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      Washed off the garage.

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      Goodnight.

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           @DrLeadFoot

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      • KaiserRollsK
        KaiserRollsK
        KaiserRolls
        wrote on last edited by
        #925

        Disorganized garages drive me insane!!!!

        5s that shiz homie!

        Dat wang is pretty snazzy

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        • ClassEC
          ClassEC
          ClassE
          wrote on last edited by
          #926

          Waiting for burnout pics.

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          • KaiserRollsK
            KaiserRollsK
            KaiserRolls
            wrote on last edited by
            #927

            ClassE said:

            Waiting for burnout videos.

            FTFY

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            • DrLeadFootD
              DrLeadFootD
              DrLeadFoot
              wrote on last edited by
              #928

              A little 1st gear video from your friend and mine, Snap, at Kyle's shop.

              https://instagram.com/p/0zpiG9NL7H/

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                   @DrLeadFoot

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              • B
                B
                B C
                wrote on last edited by
                #929

                Vertical video? cameraman should be shot.

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                • KaiserRollsK
                  KaiserRollsK
                  KaiserRolls
                  wrote on last edited by
                  #930

                  Snap said:

                  Vertical video? cameraman should be shot.

                  Buttons down, dan

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                  • DrLeadFootD
                    DrLeadFootD
                    DrLeadFoot
                    wrote on last edited by
                    #931

                    From my fender guy, KaMotors:

                    "I'm running 17x9 et10f w 245/40/17, 265 will fit rear with ultra-wides but much wider than a 245 on an e30 in the front will cause turn issues.  I believe 17x10 et20r I used for a customer but a bit had to be shaved off of soring perch."

                    A quick E30 shoot after I stopped by Snap's to pick up my freshly powdercoated wing flaps.

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                    I took Snap for a ride and really gave it some beans.  I'm experiencing some break up at higher RPMs. Need to look into some different plugs (which Snap has so graciously done) and get a new tune from TRM. It's way too rich.

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                         @DrLeadFoot

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                    • jc43089J
                      jc43089J
                      jc43089
                      wrote on last edited by
                      #932

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                      Not using HPS??

                      2/94 325i Sedan, Arctic Gray: UUC LTW FW, EVO 3 and DSSR, +.020 Maxsil pistons, ASC delete, Eibach shocks/springs, 16" contour reps 238k
                      3/93 325i Coupe, Schwarz 2, Sketchy stance action, ebay turbo, 300k
                      '89 325i Vert, Alpine White: 5spd swapped, sold.

                      '04 Toyota Sienna: 24V to 24V swap in progress

                      '05 Volvo V70R, 6spd.  200k
                      '85 Toyota LandCruiser: Lifted, gas hog. 205k
                      '99 Nissan Maxima: 5spd, Rusty but trusty winter beater. 252k RIP.

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                      • DrLeadFootD
                        DrLeadFootD
                        DrLeadFoot
                        wrote on last edited by
                        #933

                        They don't make a 5w-40 in HPS.

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                             @DrLeadFoot

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                        • DrLeadFootD
                          DrLeadFootD
                          DrLeadFoot
                          wrote on last edited by
                          #934

                          Need to follow these instructions I think.

                          http://workshop-manuals.com/bmw/3_series_e30/325i_m20_tour/2_repair_instructions/33__rear_axle/14__locking_differential_with_bearings/2_ra__replacing_complete_locking_differential_%28type_m%29_final_drive_removed_-/

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                               @DrLeadFoot

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                            B
                            B C
                            wrote on last edited by
                            #935

                            DrLeadFoot said:

                            A quick E30 shoot after I stopped by Snap's to pick up my freshly powdercoated wing flaps.

                            I took Snap for a ride and really gave it some beans.  I'm experiencing some break up at higher RPMs. Need to look into some different plugs (which Snap has so graciously done) and get a new tune from TRM. It's way too rich.

                            Love the pictures from today! Ive been showing lots of friends, family, and strangers its awesomeness.

                            And yes, we went for a ride and it was just like the "large chested scantily clad model goes for ride in fast tuner car" videos on youtube, except john's car doesnt have harnesses.

                            The thing is bonkers. Even with sticky BFGs it is losing grip in the 70-80mph range on the freeway. Oh and the Wilwoods did a fine job when we spotted Officer Friendly in the oncoming lane at or near triple digits.

                            Thanks again for the ride!

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                            • DrLeadFootD
                              DrLeadFootD
                              DrLeadFoot
                              wrote on last edited by
                              #936

                              That was fun! 

                              I wasn't too happy with the stopping power after the initial couple seconds.  I feel it faded a bit or my mind wanted it to slow down quicker.  Then again the rotors had some rust from sitting this winter.  #itgon3

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                                   @DrLeadFoot

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                              • DrLeadFootD
                                DrLeadFootD
                                DrLeadFoot
                                wrote on last edited by
                                #937

                                http://www.frsport.com/XXR-531-Reaxion-Wheel-17x10-4x100-4x4-5-20mm-offset-Hyper-Silver-ML_p_59527.html

                                What do you guys think?

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                                     @DrLeadFoot

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                                • jc43089J
                                  jc43089J
                                  jc43089
                                  wrote on last edited by
                                  #938

                                  DrLeadFoot said:

                                  They don't make a 5w-40 in HPS.

                                  I would pick 5w-30 or 10w-40 then. The hps is much better oil, anything api approved now is not that great, thanks epa. Their website basically says once out of warranty use hps, it has a better additive blend and higher zddp. Not trying to start an oil argument, just sharing what I have learned.

                                  Sent from my potato phone

                                  2/94 325i Sedan, Arctic Gray: UUC LTW FW, EVO 3 and DSSR, +.020 Maxsil pistons, ASC delete, Eibach shocks/springs, 16" contour reps 238k
                                  3/93 325i Coupe, Schwarz 2, Sketchy stance action, ebay turbo, 300k
                                  '89 325i Vert, Alpine White: 5spd swapped, sold.

                                  '04 Toyota Sienna: 24V to 24V swap in progress

                                  '05 Volvo V70R, 6spd.  200k
                                  '85 Toyota LandCruiser: Lifted, gas hog. 205k
                                  '99 Nissan Maxima: 5spd, Rusty but trusty winter beater. 252k RIP.

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                                  • DrLeadFootD
                                    DrLeadFootD
                                    DrLeadFoot
                                    wrote on last edited by
                                    #939

                                    I appriciate the input! 

                                    I've read a bunch of oil threads when I had my e30 m3 with the S14.  Those can get heated!!

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                                         @DrLeadFoot

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                                    • B
                                      B
                                      B C
                                      wrote on last edited by
                                      #940

                                      I dare someone to go over to www.bobistheoilguy.com and post a recommendation for some value brand oil to be used in a performance car application with 10k change interval.

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                                      Actually dont, im not ready for the world to end yet.

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                                      • DrLeadFootD
                                        DrLeadFootD
                                        DrLeadFoot
                                        wrote on last edited by
                                        #941

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                                        The dyno sheet from when I was at 13psi. Too rich??

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                                             @DrLeadFoot

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                                        • B
                                          B
                                          B C
                                          wrote on last edited by
                                          #942

                                          Afrs actually look real good there. If your wideband is accurate then for whatever reason its running a bit rich at the moment. Do you have an adjustable fuel pressure regulator? You could use that as a fine adjustment tool if TRM sends you tunes that continue to be extra rich

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