Do we have an MTech 1 Thread?

[bradnic]

are you sure the clips are really NLA, or is it the same old BS of euro parts not available to US customers without a euro vin. BMW will tell you those parts are NLA and they are NOT.

[bradnic]

Rear valance - I have the valance that has the exhaust cutout more to the center than the one which is closer to the corner of the valance. Will a muffler with straight tips line up here (like the Stromung)? Or do the muffler tips need to be somewhat angled to the corner of the car

You know this is an MT1 thread right? just read it.. TONs of pics, all in one place. I've also posted realoem drawings of all the key parts.

anyway here's a summary (all this info is in the thread already with some really terrific pics):

There was an MT1 rear apron for "everything except 325i" that has a straight cutout for exhaust tips like Strömung. This is what the rear looks like

mtech 1 rear apron straight exhaust opening by bradn, on Flickr

There's a separate 325i version of the MT1 rear apron with a slanted opening for exhaust tips. I of course have a Strömung on my 325i vert and a 325i MT1 rear apron. They are not compatible.

mt1 rear 325i angled exhaust mounted by bradn, on Flickr

I was going to call them about a slanted tip version of their exhaust but have not done so. If they don't make it I have to swap the catback out for something else.

Note that I'm talking about the original setups here. MT1 parts are rare. You use what you can get your hands on, so you will see grey market 320/323 cars with 325i aprons and lucky b@stard 325i guys running strömungs with non 325i MT1 aprons..

have fun!

[dahows]

You know this is an MT1 thread right? just read it.. TONs of pics, all in one place. I've also posted realoem drawings of all the key parts.

anyway here's a summary (all this info is in the thread already with some really terrific pics):

There was an MT1 rear apron for "everything except 325i" that has a straight cutout for exhaust tips like Strömung. This is what the rear looks like

There's a separate 325i version of the MT1 rear apron with a slanted opening for exhaust tips. I of course have a Strömung on my 325i vert and a 325i MT1 rear apron. They are not compatible.

thx, I was just looking for confirmation before I purchase an exhaust so I don't end up with the same situation you're in.

[bradnic]

thx, I was just looking for confirmation before I purchase an exhaust so I don't end up with the same situation you're in.

lol. i absolutely love this post. by all means please avoid my situation :p

[Old city bimmer]

Do we have an MTech 1 Thread?

Some progress today on the Mtec. Waiting on my headliner from Catuned before I can install the windows in. Still haven't decided if I'm going with pop out or standard set up for my rear windows.

[alas]

Some progress today on the Mtec. Waiting on my headliner from Catuned before I can install the windows in. Still haven't decided if I'm going with pop out or standard set up for my rear windows.

What are you using for your trim paint?


-E

[Old city bimmer]

trim paint from auto paint supplier. Really perfect match.

[bradnic]

I use it too. That's the same stuff Jordan used in Project Lessmeister. Best there is

[0-60 freak]

I use it too. That's the same stuff Jordan used in Project Lessmeister. Best there is

I 2nd that...been using sem products for 20yrs....the best

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[2002jm]

:)

Go with the pop outs, they are really nice on a warmish day when you don't need to use AC. They look nice too:)
The Sem's paint is the best I have ever used on my car!!
jm

[Old city bimmer]

Was organizing some stuff and I came across these Mtec specific brake ducts. I also have the plastic plate fillers that go on the front apron. Parts 3-4 on the diagram
Once I get to that stage I will be putting them on.

[DJMCGARM3]

M Tech Inspiration

It's a little quiet in here. I guess everyone is outside turning wrenches... How about a little inspiration photo.

[ParksMyCar]

right on - good 325i Sport info

http://www.e30zone.net/e30zonewiki/index.php/325i_Sport

and you're right - Mtech1s in Germany were only available 86-87, Delphin, Lachsilber or Diamondschwartz. Also looks like the bumpers were painted on those, and you could have houndstooth cloth or leather. Cool they had billies and 15mm lower springs plus the LSD too.

Interesting that the German MT1 brochure shows a technician mounting a red+chrome bumper front apron though. They're talking about a retrofit kit of course.

Live and learn!

Peep my car on the bottom of that poster


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[bradnic]

Peep my car on the bottom of that poster

right behind ya but calypso.. just got all my mtech1 hardware so time for body work on the mt1 bits and rear spoiler. also gonna paint my old chrome bumpers.. hope to have things ready for Windy City BMW VintageFest in September.. we'll see.

[ParksMyCar]

right behind ya but calypso.. just got all my mtech1 hardware so time for body work on the mt1 bits and rear spoiler. hope to have things ready for Windy City BMW VintageFest in September.. we'll see.

Do you know anywhere I can find a real oem Mtech 1 spoiler. I have the is spoiler rn. It's the only piece I'm missing.


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