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I found a guy who made pins on Facebook by searching one of the e30 groups (probably r3v facebook), but he hasn't done a run since I asked him.
Seems like the pedal is the wrong height anyway, so I'm probably going to end up cutting the clevis off the booster and extending the rod.Originally posted by priapismMy girl don't know shit, but she bakes a mean cupcake.Originally posted by shamesonUsually it's best not to know how much money you have into your e30
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Originally posted by Northern View PostI found a guy who made pins on Facebook by searching one of the e30 groups (probably r3v facebook), but he hasn't done a run since I asked him.
Seems like the pedal is the wrong height anyway, so I'm probably going to end up cutting the clevis off the booster and extending the rod.
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Originally posted by Chilezen View PostI regret choosing the X3 booster. I'd order a Euro E90 booster if I were to do it again. The widest part of the X3 booster really digs into the corner of the manifold. Nothing I can do except shim the engine arm up with a big washer.
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AKG black poly mounts with an M52 manifold, fins shaved. Still need the washer to prevent contact.Last edited by Chilezen; 09-15-2021, 09:58 PM.
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Originally posted by CavemanGB View Post
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Now that I finally have my car up and running, having driven it around, I can share my thoughts on the X3/E83 Booster.
Pedal pressure feels good, natural. It's not a crazy amount of assist. I expected the dual-diaphragm to be over-assisted, but it's not. So far, it feels just right to me. Heel-toes feel good. I haven't done any spirited driving yet, but I think it'll be fine. So yes I would *tentatively* recommend it. I say this because the Euro E90 booster should feel the same but has better fitment. Totally would be worth it.
Also, I would go for a pre-made clevis pin.
My biggest complaint isn't about the booster- it's the engine mounts! When I was comparing mounts, it seemed the the black AKG mounts would be the softest. But the car has a vibration at idle, and that's where I trace it to. I'm disappointed in that. Does anyone else have a comment about their mounts? Would love to know.
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Originally posted by Chilezen View PostNow that I finally have my car up and running, having driven it around, I can share my thoughts on the X3/E83 Booster.
Pedal pressure feels good, natural. It's not a crazy amount of assist. I expected the dual-diaphragm to be over-assisted, but it's not. So far, it feels just right to me. Heel-toes feel good. I haven't done any spirited driving yet, but I think it'll be fine. So yes I would *tentatively* recommend it. I say this because the Euro E90 booster should feel the same but has better fitment. Totally would be worth it.
Also, I would go for a pre-made clevis pin.
My biggest complaint isn't about the booster- it's the engine mounts! When I was comparing mounts, it seemed the the black AKG mounts would be the softest. But the car has a vibration at idle, and that's where I trace it to. I'm disappointed in that. Does anyone else have a comment about their mounts? Would love to know.
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Originally posted by mtech325 View Post
For quiet 24v engine mounts, I would suggest (2) of the rubber e28 M5 cylinder mounts part # 11811128932. The stud on one side is a bit long, so you can cut it down to make threading the nut easier, but I've used these for around 5 years now and they are quiet like a factory stock motor mount...go figure! Initially I used the Condor solid motor mounts with my swap, but they were way too noisy for a street car. My friend uses the AKG 24v poly motor mounts in his car and they took a little while to break in, but once they did the NVH wasn't too noticeable aside from the expected cold morning startup.
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Originally posted by mtech325 View Post
For quiet 24v engine mounts, I would suggest (2) of the rubber e28 M5 cylinder mounts part # 11811128932. The stud on one side is a bit long, so you can cut it down to make threading the nut easier, but I've used these for around 5 years now and they are quiet like a factory stock motor mount...go figure! Initially I used the Condor solid motor mounts with my swap, but they were way too noisy for a street car. My friend uses the AKG 24v poly motor mounts in his car and they took a little while to break in, but once they did the NVH wasn't too noticeable aside from the expected cold morning startup.
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