https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/ en Fri, 06 Nov 2026 09:04:28 GMT vBulletin 60 https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/images/misc/R3V.jpg https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/ https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/forum/general-forums/members-rides/the-project-forum/10169470-m42-ccv-system-parts Fri, 06 Nov 2026 03:31:03 GMT Noob to the forum, but e30 passionate since 2003 when i got my first one. Last week I picked up a 91 convertible with an m42 engine so me and my kiddo can bring it back to glory...first item on the list, fix the Crankcase Ventilation system because previous owner just capped everyhing off or routed hoses and attached them together randomly and now the oil is leaking everywhere as expected. I figured its gonna be the easiest task, route the hoses, replace the valve, and walla!. Nope...day 3 I am trying to hunt down all the hoses needed and I have only managed to source one single Vent hose (the most obvious one leading from the valve cover down under the intake manifold), but from there it couples off in different directions etc etc. I cant find a single diagram of the CCV system anywhere, including realoem.com. Figured the community would surely have some guidance for me. Maybe the previous owner had 0 clue what he was doing and im staring at something that shouldnt even be in this engine bay? Anyway my goal is to replace every single hose in this engine bay, both for emissions/vacuum, and coolant. Coolant hose kit readily available from FCP and ECS, etc. But only a single vent hose is listed for this car on the entire internet. Not even all the modern chatbots can help me figure it out...
Noob to the forum, but e30 passionate since 2003 when i got my first one. Last week I picked up a 91 convertible with an m42 engine so me and my kiddo can bring it back to glory...first item on the list, fix the Crankcase Ventilation system because previous owner just capped everyhing off or routed hoses and attached them together randomly and now the oil is leaking everywhere as expected. I figured its gonna be the easiest task, route the hoses, replace the valve, and walla!. Nope...day 3 I am trying to hunt down all the hoses needed and I have only managed to source one single Vent hose (the most obvious one leading from the valve cover down under the intake manifold), but from there it couples off in different directions etc etc. I cant find a single diagram of the CCV system anywhere, including realoem.com.

Figured the community would surely have some guidance for me. Maybe the previous owner had 0 clue what he was doing and im staring at something that shouldnt even be in this engine bay? Anyway my goal is to replace every single hose in this engine bay, both for emissions/vacuum, and coolant. Coolant hose kit readily available from FCP and ECS, etc. But only a single vent hose is listed for this car on the entire internet. Not even all the modern chatbots can help me figure it out...
]]> The Project Forum andreyakopyan https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/forum/general-forums/members-rides/the-project-forum/10169470-m42-ccv-system-parts https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/forum/general-forums/members-rides/the-project-forum/10169303-got-me-a-proper-beater Tue, 03 Nov 2026 22:30:13 GMT
A couple good things, were I saw that someone put some maintenance into this thing awhile ago. Has bilsteins and H&R springs. Also, confirmed LSD tag on the diff. I don't know if all 318is came with a 4.10 LSD, or if it was an option. And the subframe bushings were poly. Old and crusty, but better than OEM rubber I guess. The interior is gray. All pretty okay inside, minus the crappiest sport seats I've seen, and a cracked dash. But I think it will clean up nice. No obvious sitting water or musky smell of mold, so that was a win. The car was just street parked in Philly. So the outside is horrible. Not a clean panel on the car besides the hood and driver door. But I could see there was some money in parts here and there.

So with all that info. Offered him $500 for it. He declined and took my number. 3 days later, he hits me up and asks if I would come up at all. Since I'm a sucker I came up a little. He agreed, and I am now the owner of a rusty 91 318is that I never saw run or drive. After transfer fees, sales tax, and PA registration... I'm all in a little under $1,000. I think I overpaid a little... but everyone here understands being soft when it comes to buying E30s.






Now for the fun part... right after I transferred the title. Took the battery an ground cable from my other car, and slapped it into this bad boy. Also hooked up a jump box for good measure. It cranked better. I cranked for a solid 30 seconds, and then all the sudden. It roared to life! Had to give it some gas for a minute or so before it held idle. But then it sounded great, minus a slight exhaust leak. It had oil and coolant... so I sent it the few blocks home. Made it back. Confirmed it needs a transmission, as 2nd and 4th are awful. Got home, and the temp gauge was a little high... but I suspect I just need to flush the system, and maybe replace a few hoses. New water pump and thermostat too maybe.

Will get more photos soon as I dive into it. Just wanted to share here, as I am running on a dopamine high from my new purchase. I want this to be my winter beater. Keep it on a budget, and just do the essentials. I found a trans and clutch for $500 already... But i think with that swapped, and some fluid changes... it will be good for the winter.]]> The Project Forum JasonWilson48 https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/forum/general-forums/members-rides/the-project-forum/10169303-got-me-a-proper-beater https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/forum/general-forums/members-rides/10169204-new-shoes-on-sedan Sun, 01 Nov 2026 20:22:30 GMT Members Rides 88Sedan https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/forum/general-forums/members-rides/10169204-new-shoes-on-sedan https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/forum/general-forums/general-discussion/10169182-car-stalling-when-hot Sat, 31 Oct 2026 18:11:22 GMT
The car is a 1986 325 es (eta engine)

Thabks in advance!]]> General Discussion tcheb https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/forum/general-forums/general-discussion/10169182-car-stalling-when-hot https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/forum/general-forums/general-discussion/10169090-pls-help-me-understand-the-wiring-symbol Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:55:21 GMT General Discussion 750ml https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/forum/general-forums/general-discussion/10169090-pls-help-me-understand-the-wiring-symbol https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/forum/general-forums/general-discussion/10168564-us-spec-e30-325i-etk-build-data-factory-sunroof-details Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:42:42 GMT
I'm looking to connect with US-Spec E30 325i owners and enthusiasts who are familiar with ETK / VIN build data.

I have a factory-original 325i with a specific factory sunroof setup and option combination. As we know, US-spec models come with unique factory configurations and option packages. I want to compare ETK build sheets, option codes, and technical details regarding the factory sunroof setup on these North American models.

If you own a US-spec 325i or have deep knowledge of ETK factory build data, please reply here or send me a PM!

Thanks!
]]> General Discussion yusuf325 https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/forum/general-forums/general-discussion/10168564-us-spec-e30-325i-etk-build-data-factory-sunroof-details https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/forum/general-forums/off-topic-lounge/10168545-tesla-s-flying-car Sun, 18 Oct 2026 02:59:06 GMT

For anyone who hasn't seen, Telsa has announced a flying car that does 0-60 in under a second.

While it's impressive on a technical level, my general feeling is that this is just a novelty for the wealthy to show off to their friends, and for that reason it's kind of underwhelming. IMO we've reached a point where faster 0-60 times don't matter, and the flying feature is only going to be usable on a closed course. Nevermind the fact that most people struggle with piloting a camry, let alone a car that can move in three dimensions. The suction feature is pretty impressive and it'll be interesting to see what it does for track times. At least it's better looking than the Cybertruck.

What do you all think of it?]]> Off Topic Lounge rturbo 930 https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/forum/general-forums/off-topic-lounge/10168545-tesla-s-flying-car https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/forum/general-forums/general-discussion/10168540-alpina-b6-3-5 Sat, 17 Oct 2026 21:25:52 GMT Big block Alpina. With history. In a cool color. This thing sounds so good. This thing sounds so good.

]]> General Discussion LateFan https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/forum/general-forums/general-discussion/10168540-alpina-b6-3-5 https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/forum/general-forums/general-discussion/10168290-what-is-this-wrinkle-blue Tue, 13 Oct 2026 15:56:01 GMT
Does anyone know what this wrinkle blue is? There's a VHT rattle can Ford Blue, but I'm not sure this is it. It's probably powder coated.




Is this the same engine? I think it is. It's fantastic.

]]> General Discussion LateFan https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/forum/general-forums/general-discussion/10168290-what-is-this-wrinkle-blue https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/forum/general-forums/general-discussion/10168240-source-for-stepper-motor Tue, 13 Oct 2026 02:29:23 GMT
I am restoring the original cluster on my '86 es.
Mostly it is all functional, but my odometer is broken.

It's not the gears. replaced. They were replaced many years ago and are still fine.

The problem is the small wheel twitches when actuated on my bench with the driven gears disconnected.

Measuring the 3 posts gives me 5M Ohm on one pair, 75 Ohm on the other. This is on the actual posts, not the solder joint.

My options seem to be a.) eBay a broken speedo, and strip the motor. b.) source a working speedo ( replacing my current VDO).

Thoughts?]]> General Discussion armadefuego https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/forum/general-forums/general-discussion/10168240-source-for-stepper-motor https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/forum/general-forums/members-rides/the-project-forum/10168139-keeping-a-classic-in-the-family-89-325i Sun, 11 Oct 2026 04:03:41 GMT
Before I took ownership we spent a few evenings and a Saturday putting new Billies and Eibach Pros on all four corners.














































The wheels definitely aren't my favorite, but I'm optimistic some Euroweaves will eventually make their way into my possession.







First weekend in, and I was working on mounting and wiring in some E90 seats when I discovered the driver's side footwell was fully saturated from the previous night's rain. I traced the water intrusion to two points, the rocker drains had been pinched shut and were overfilling into the floorboard and the seam sealer inside the cowl drains had cracked there was a small rust spot and seepage on the firewall directly behind the dash. Rocker drains was a quick fix, followed by a flush and some Dinitrol Cavity Wax.




First step to remove old seam sealer was give better access to the cowl drain on the driver's side. So off came the front bumper, fender, blower motor and wiper linkage. With a heatgun, flat head screw driver, chisel, and some picks it was surprisingly easyish to remove all the old seam sealer.











































































































The rust inside the frame portion of the drain did not look great through the small hole, so i fed an inspection camera in and after cleaning out the old sealer and hitting it with a wire brush Dremel wheel it looked rough.




























Not ideal be be staring at the drivers footwell from inside the frame of the engine bay.

Not an ideal first couple of weeks of ownership, but i'm sure that's par for the course when it comes to 35+ year old BMWs. Looking forward to finally taking it for a rip next weekend (weather permitting) and learning about all its quirks, charms, and shortcomings for the next 30 years.

I'll try to keep this Post updated with progress and changes through time, but the upgrades will likely be slow as a project car is quite far down on the totem pole of monthly expenses.]]> The Project Forum ckrock946 https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/forum/general-forums/members-rides/the-project-forum/10168139-keeping-a-classic-in-the-family-89-325i