E32 brake booster fitment issue

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  • nl328i
    E30 Addict
    • Aug 2010
    • 556

    #1

    E32 brake booster fitment issue

    Hey guys,

    Once again looking for advice/input. The end is in sight.



    It seems like the e32 booster sits very far forward. Does this look normal? Do I need to some this by using a remote reservoir?

    Clearly the current set up will not work.

    Thanks in advance!
    1976 2002, 1987 325is, s50 1991 touring, 1996 328i vert

  • Mr.SWISS
    E30 Fanatic
    • Nov 2005
    • 1251

    #2
    Remote res or remove spacer.
    Originally posted by 325Projectz
    don't listen to the diagram... listen to mr. swiss.
    :nice:

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    • cmeptb13
      Advanced Member
      • Apr 2011
      • 121

      #3
      ^this. Just get an M10x1.5 die and thread the push rod further, almost to the end of it. Shorten it. Use the spacer to mark the two holes you'll need to redrill in the fire wall and everything will line up nicely, with lots of space. You can find the die at your local auto parts store today and have it all done before the days over instead of trying to source parts for a remote reservoir. Good luck.

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      • nl328i
        E30 Addict
        • Aug 2010
        • 556

        #4
        Awesome

        Thanks for the replies guys. Lookig like I'm going to grab a wilwood remote reservoir.
        1976 2002, 1987 325is, s50 1991 touring, 1996 328i vert

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        • Mr.SWISS
          E30 Fanatic
          • Nov 2005
          • 1251

          #5
          Originally posted by nl328i
          Thanks for the replies guys. Lookig like I'm going to grab a wilwood remote reservoir.
          Pretty pricey when all you need is one for a 76 2002tii...
          Originally posted by 325Projectz
          don't listen to the diagram... listen to mr. swiss.
          :nice:

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          • fronton
            E30 Fanatic
            • Oct 2009
            • 1262

            #6
            If you haven't already, you can remove the booster spacer that connects it to the firewall which will being it in another inch or two. 2002 reservoir is the way to go but you'll need to build a bracket to mount to the strut tower or firewall.

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