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  • ClassEC
    ClassEC
    ClassE
    wrote on last edited by
    #32

    I could lie and say a big cam'd ITB'd M20 hasn't been in my head lately. I certainly haven't been looking at the stroker kits and cams available. :P

    Only time will tell - but at the very least it'll get an exhaust, intake, and chip to open up the car alittle bit. It feels like the engine is getting "choked out" at higher RPMs (like it's really working to pull in air).

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    • DrLeadFootD
      DrLeadFootD
      DrLeadFoot
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      #33

      Earl said:

      All textured black? Sounds like someone I know=D

      HEY-O!!!

      ClassE said:

      I could lie and say a big cam'd ITB'd M20 hasn't been in my head lately. I certainly haven't been looking at the stroker kits and cams available. :P

      Only time will tell - but at the very least it'll get an exhaust, intake, and chip to open up the car alittle bit. It feels like the engine is getting "choked out" at higher RPMs (like it's really working to pull in air).

      For sure.  Driving a stock car is the BOTS.  (back of the sack).

      I am strongly recommending condor speed shop bushings.  I like mine a lot.

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           @DrLeadFoot

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      • ClassEC
        ClassEC
        ClassE
        wrote on last edited by
        #34

        Earl said:

        All textured black? Sounds like someone I know=D

        Bah - I'm only worried about duplicating cars that will be done next summer. :P

        It's all bout dat zink doe.

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        • EarlE
          EarlE
          Earl
          wrote on last edited by
          #35

          I see what you did there=D I opted for all stainless socket head hardware for absolutely everything seen

          museum sig 2earl.jpg

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          • ClassEC
            ClassEC
            ClassE
            wrote on last edited by
            #36

            Nice! I just needed a simple way to clean/class up the bay for a good price as I don't know what the long term plans are for engine bay.

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            • EarlE
              EarlE
              Earl
              wrote on last edited by
              #37

              Stainless isnt worth it for the headache of getting the right bolts and then the total cost. I wish I had a zinc guy. Let me know how he works out=) Did that plate get fabbed and installed the other day or were measurements just taken?

              museum sig 2earl.jpg

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              • ClassEC
                ClassEC
                ClassE
                wrote on last edited by
                #38

                Measurements taken, and template made. He's gonna make up a prototype and bring it down once it's done. Not sure of a timeline, but I'm in no hurry....

                I've got my eyes on this Condor Speed Shop kit:

                http://www.condorspeedshop.com/products/combo-solid-offset-m3-cabs-12mm-subframe-riser-bushings-trailing-arm-bushings-diferential-mount

                ... And think I've worked a deal for some new rollers. 3-piece and plenty rare - hesitant to pull the trigger tho because I'm alittle worried about finding parts for them. One will be here Saturday tho for a test fit and I'll decide from there!

                Pics to come! ;)

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                • ClassEC
                  ClassEC
                  ClassE
                  wrote on last edited by
                  #39

                  Earl said:

                  Stainless isnt worth it for the headache of getting the right bolts and then the total cost. I wish I had a zinc guy. Let me know how he works out=) Did that plate get fabbed and installed the other day or were measurements just taken?

                  Once I get test pieces I'll post more info, but since the business is local to me I can help coordinate if people are interested in getting pieces done.

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                  • EarlE
                    EarlE
                    Earl
                    wrote on last edited by
                    #40

                    If you need rare wheel parts let me know=) I know some guys=D

                    museum sig 2earl.jpg

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                    • YoungCRY
                      YoungCRY
                      YoungCR
                      wrote on last edited by
                      #41

                      ClassE said:

                      Once I get test pieces I'll post more info, but since the business is local to me I can help coordinate if people are interested in getting pieces done.

                      If be interested in this too for down the road!

                      Chris Young
                      BMWCCA #458972
                      1986 528e/5  | 1994 530i/5 | 1995 540i/6 | 2013 X5 35d | 1998 C1500 Suburban | 1995 K2500 Suburban

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                      • ClassEC
                        ClassEC
                        ClassE
                        wrote on last edited by
                        #42

                        Had 1 of these sent to me to decide if I want them - and to check out sizing and offsets. More to report back tomorrow....

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                        • DrLeadFootD
                          DrLeadFootD
                          DrLeadFoot
                          wrote on last edited by
                          #43

                          ClassE said:

                          Had 1 of these sent to me to decide if I want them - and to check out sizing and offsets. More to report back tomorrow....

                          Step up! Those look great.

                          Sent from my SCH-I535 using Tapatalk

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                               @DrLeadFoot

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                          • KaiserRollsK
                            KaiserRollsK
                            KaiserRolls
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                            #44

                            :cool:

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                            • m42b32M
                              m42b32M
                              m42b32
                              wrote on last edited by
                              #45

                              ClassE said:

                              Had 1 of these sent to me to decide if I want them - and to check out sizing and offsets. More to report back tomorrow....

                              Damn, those look nice

                              1991 318is, 1991 318i, 2022 Bronco

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                              • B
                                B
                                B C
                                wrote on last edited by
                                #46

                                Keep up the good work. I enjoy the updates

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                                • ClassEC
                                  ClassEC
                                  ClassE
                                  wrote on last edited by
                                  #47

                                  Hopefully the next couple weeks aren't too busy where I can get a lot done!

                                  Did a quick test fit last night.... Wasn't quite where I thought they'd sit (I had measured these at about ET20 so was expecting a pinch more "tuck").

                                  The original plan was to fill-and-redrill centers and swap the existing 1.5" lips for 3.00" lips. After the test fit though, I'm comfortable with 1" more lip.... Any more I think I'll have too much poke/camber to fit "perfect".

                                  So looking at running 1" adapters (keeping current lips) and swapping barrels out for 1.5" larger. I found a guy last night in Canada with a set of barrels, just awaiting pics and pricing.

                                  Should get me a 16"x9" all around, and have some "play" in the offsets using adapters. I'll have to wait and see on those barrels before making any decisions.... Onto the pics!

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                                  • ClassEC
                                    ClassEC
                                    ClassE
                                    wrote on last edited by
                                    #48

                                    Well - this weekend sealed the deal on the E30 being put away for the winter. Schedule is already getting hectic with Christmas stuff, so likely won't get a lot done between now and New Years. More to come as parts arrive and we get passed the holidays!

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                                    • ClassEC
                                      ClassEC
                                      ClassE
                                      wrote on last edited by
                                      #49

                                      Was in Milwaukee this weekend for a Christmas Party, and picked these up for a staggering $66 for the pair. I dont have the extra project money this winter to reupholster the original sport seats or get aftermarket seats - so these will work for one summer. A big thanks to xXxGOODKILLAxXx for the referral and info!!!

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                                      • Brian.B
                                        Brian.B
                                        Brian.
                                        wrote on last edited by
                                        #50

                                        Those look minty!

                                        instagram @howdoyoudrivethat

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                                        • jc43089J
                                          jc43089J
                                          jc43089
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                                          #51

                                          Brian. said:

                                          Those look minty!

                                          More like snowy...

                                          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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