Jake's Epic BMW 135i Build Thread! (5+ Years of Ownership)

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YoungCR said:

Impressive! Excited to see this launch like a rocket

My driving still needs some work, but I'm excited for it to improve!

[B C]

Do you still daily drive it at all?

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B C said:

Do you still daily drive it at all?

Yeah, I drive it to work or around town all of the time when the weather is nice.

[Jdesign]

Awesome man! I personally cant wait to see it all back together. Its come a long way and Im sure its going to be even more epic than it already is. 

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I'm gonna be a tease here. I've posted some stuff on IG and YT, but haven't done much on the forums. The car went under the knife and I installed every single part (and more) from the list in one of my previous posts. I've been so busy in the garage and at the track that I haven't been posting much. Here is a picture and some video until I'm able to put together solid content.

 

[KaiserRolls]

One hand on the wheel sketches me out

[B C]

Drop a few psi on the rear tires and flip the air cleaner cover upside down on a jb4 335i (map9) and you could probably hit those speeds.

just sayin.

That is a neat hood. love the updates Jake

[YoungCR]

Can’t wait for the details

[patsbimmer1]

Quite a bulge you have there.  On the hood.

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KaiserRolls said:

One hand on the wheel sketches me out 

It's not as bad as you might think. There are much faster cars that go down the strip with only 1 hand on the wheel. Having to shift every 2 seconds makes the transition annoying. However, after 140mph, 2 hands is a must

B C said:

Drop a few psi on the rear tires and flip the air cleaner cover upside down on a jb4 335i (map9) and you could probably hit those speeds.

just sayin.

That is a neat hood. love the updates Jake

Lol. Thanks Brian!

YoungCR said:

Can’t wait for the details 

I filmed so much, just have to edit, upload and write some content!

patsbimmer1 said:

Quite a bulge you have there.  On the hood.

Took some getting used to. I'm not used to looking down and seeing such a large bulge.

[Rekpoint]

suspenceful said:

patsbimmer1 said:

Quite a bulge you have there. 

Took some getting used to. I'm not used to looking down and seeing such a large bulge.

Damn. I wish I could look down and see a slightly smaller bulge.

[patsbimmer1]

Rekpoint said:

Damn. I wish I could look down and see a slightly smaller bulge. 

That'll change when you stop shopping in the kids section and buy pants that fit like an adult.

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If you haven't already noticed, YouTube and Instagram are where I post most of my content. If you aren't already subscribed/following there, you're missing out

That being said, I have exciting news I want to share! I know Brian already posted a thread congratulating me, but it makes sense to share it here too.

First pass on 20psi ran an 11.29 @ 128mph with a 1.94 60ft.
Second pass on 25psi ran a 10.53 @ 137mph with a 1.73 60ft.
Third pass on 28psi ran a 10.36 @ 134mph with a 1.59 60ft.

Log: https://datazap.me/u/suspenceful/1036-13409mph?log=0&data=1-3-4-11-25-26-27-28-29

I actually set a record on my 3rd pass with the 10.36 ET! Currently the fastest manual trans N5X BMW with stock chassis. Ghassan Automotive went 9.6 but they have a custom back-halfed chassis.

I think I can run 9's as I was misfiring during my 10.36 pass, watch the video!

[SteelBlue]

To think this could have been the 87 325is on stock tires that was gonna run 9's against @GunMetalGrey's car like we talked about.

I still can't believe those rears fit in the stock arches.

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I've had a few people reach out to me asking to check back into WIBimmers... and I realized it's been way too long since I've updated this thread. So much has happened since my last update a year and a half ago.

My Instagram and YouTube channel are where I post most of my content. Be sure to follow/subscribe if you're interested in keeping up with my BMW builds!

I'm currently in talks with Billiam Mason (BMB Autowerks) about a built engine. The 135i engine is finally ticking/knocking internally after all of the 750+whp abuse. My goal is to get something that can handle 900whp and maaaaaybe throw a bigger turbo on it. He recommended a 6875 Gen 2.

Here are a few pictures/videos to enjoy.

[damnboy037]

Nice, that n54 is going to be insane

[KaiserRolls]

Wrap the exposed harness in some Tesa tape

[HipMF]

suspenceful said:

"hips"

I know a guy who's into that sort of thing.

Hi Jake! *waves a lot*

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I'm resurrecting myself from the dead...

[damnboy037]

Nice video Jake and good luck with your channel, you have my support