Do we have an MTech 1 Thread?

[bradnic]

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

[Old city bimmer]

trim paint from auto paint supplier. Really perfect match.

[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?


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[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.

[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

[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]

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!

[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.

[dahows]

Thanks OC Bimmer. Do you have pictures of the NLA clips?

What have others done to mount the ends of the skirts?

[Old city bimmer]

For the side skirts I did a template out of cardboard. As for the fenders connection I actually have those NLA clips. So not sure what other method besides just using a screw or rivets. I would suggest priming the holes you drill for rust prevention and seal them with seam sealer once you place the plastic holder in there. As for fitment look at my photo below.

[dahows]

I have a couple questions for those who have installed the Mtech kits.

Skirts - how did you establish the locations for drilling? Did you make a template? How did you determine the correct distance up the rocker? I was thinking of making a template from the hole locations on the skirt, put a dab of grease in the front and rear mount locations on the skirt and place on the car to establish the distance vertically on the rocker then use the template to position the rest of the holes.

How did you attach the ends of the skirts? The realoem diagrams show a mount that gets added to the fender but these are nla. Did you attach to the fender lip? Did you use screws or the plastic rivets?

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?

Thanks guys. I'm hoping to get my kit repair work completed and the kit test fitted this weekend so I can it get out for paint next week.

[bradnic]

E30zone.net also search for BMW e30 325i sport. That's what they called them in Europe

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!

[rav320uk]

Just looking for basic tips on what I need to know before I start. For example The foam pads on the back pillar do they need to redone. Mine are pretty much disintegrated from 31 yrs of use. Is the headliner only glued by the window edges and the rest kind of hangs in the air ?

Thanks,


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I would definitely replace any worn or damaged foam, especially around the c pillar as that's a large area for the headliner fabric to cover and keep shape.
The roof is kept in place by 2 shaped metal rods that hook in place either side above side windows.
The rear one is a bit of a trial, as it looks short and may keep falling, but it needs to be twistedto the roof line.
Also if you are having the headiner made, make sure you have it sewn so that the fabric stretches side to side.
And finally, all edges are glued by contact adhesive along the sunroof edge, rear window, and sides, glue it, let it go tacky, then strtch it and hold in place by little clips, or clothes pegs.

[Old city bimmer]

Do we have an MTech 1 Thread?

Just looking for basic tips on what I need to know before I start. For a example The foam pads on the back pillar do they need to redone. Mine are pretty much disintegrated from 31 yrs of use. Also, Is the headliner only glued by the window edges and the rest kind of hangs in the air ?

Thanks,


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[rav320uk]

Yes, many times.
what do you need to know?