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

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  • DrLeadFootD
    DrLeadFootD
    DrLeadFoot
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    #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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    • jc43089J
      jc43089J
      jc43089
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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
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        They don't make a 5w-40 in HPS.

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             @DrLeadFoot

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        • DrLeadFootD
          DrLeadFootD
          DrLeadFoot
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          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 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
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              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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              • 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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                • jc43089J
                  jc43089J
                  jc43089
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                  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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                      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
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                        The dyno sheet from when I was at 13psi. Too rich??

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                             @DrLeadFoot

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                          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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                          • DrLeadFootD
                            DrLeadFootD
                            DrLeadFoot
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                            I do but it is on the shelf and not in the car along with a road rally fuel rail.

                            I'm going to schedule some dyno time at Late Model Throttle and get some pulls on paper at 18psi. Send them to TRM and have them work their magic.

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                            • wasnt m3W
                              wasnt m3W
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                              Let me know when you're scheduled at LMT, I'd like to spectate.

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                                The tough thing about the remote tuning is that they base their tweaks off of a formula which wont necessarily get you where you need to be on the first try, it may take several iterations.

                                I could provide you with the same tweaks they do if I had a way to write to that chip. Thats just saying that theres not a whole lot of voodoo to it.

                                Have you re-calibrated your wideband recently?

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                                • DrLeadFootD
                                  DrLeadFootD
                                  DrLeadFoot
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                                  I have a new unit from PLX as of last year that didn't see too much use. Should I get it calibrated?

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                                       @DrLeadFoot

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                                    Reading up it says the PLX units dont require periodic calibration like my LC-1 does

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                                    • DrLeadFootD
                                      DrLeadFootD
                                      DrLeadFoot
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                                        Amazing

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                                        • patsbimmer1P
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                                          patsbimmer1
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                                          That's a good lookin car you got there!

                                          2011 e90 M3 - DCT, Borla exhaust, BMW Performance Black Grille, ECS Painted Corners, Ziza Angel Eyes

                                          07 335i Stella - sport package, BMS DCI, zhp knob, TMS cf parking brake lever, VRSF downpipes, MHD tune, H&R race springs, other stuff *SOLD*

                                          97 328i Lola - sport package, m50 intake manifold, m50 manifold.com install kit, custom CAI, K&N filter, Borla exhaust, FK silverline coilovers, 25.5mm front sway bar, Powerflex front sway bushings, Turner Radiator, fan delete *sold*
                                          95 325is *sold*
                                          93 nissan 240sx KA-T *sold*

                                          BMWCCA #473306

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                                          "burnouts bring babes and babes dont have time for bushings" - Kaiser Rolls

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