From subaru to e30 convert

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  • d_elson0
    Wrencher
    • Feb 2011
    • 242

    #1

    From subaru to e30 convert

    Current state:



    I've always enjoyed bmws, particularly e36 and e30 models. So after getting rid of my subaru dd, I found a decent 318is to drive around and slowly modify to my liking. Anyways, I haven't done much to the e30 yet, just wheel bearings, fluid changes and the cheap volvo lip. But I'm sure i'll be dropping money into it here and there.

    My past subaru and current NASA ST2 in-progress build:

    Old DD/monthly track events (17x9.5 +38 rpf1 W/ 255 nt01 & 18x9.5 +27 w/ 265 rs3s):











    And my ST2 chassis. Hopefully be finishing this up within the end of the year



    the thread if anyone is interested:
    http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show....php?t=2152115


    and finally, the e30:





    I'm happy with it so far, gets nice gas mileage and will be a fun car to mess around with.
    Last edited by d_elson0; 12-09-2012, 07:59 AM.
  • jasonsnoddy
    E30 Mastermind
    • Feb 2010
    • 1900

    #2
    nice.....but the volvo lip looks bad


    Originally posted by stewie30luvr
    ooo cause i was fixing my chain tensioner and there was a black widow on the radiator so i killed it
    Originally posted by JakeP
    with a coathanger

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    • Huff
      R3VLimited
      • May 2006
      • 2488

      #3
      yeah, the Volvo lip doesn't flow very well

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      • grippymonkey
        Mod Crazy
        • Jun 2011
        • 759

        #4
        good to see your car posted homie... I think we are slightly homo for both having GD chassis Imprezas and white 318is' hahaha
        GRIPPY'S*GARAGE

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        • 325ix
          R3V OG
          • Aug 2009
          • 7783

          #5
          I like the Subarus a LOT. I think you should reconsider the volvo lip though. Save 110 for an IS or 65 or so for an I lip.

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          • d_elson0
            Wrencher
            • Feb 2011
            • 242

            #6
            I know. Its better than nothing I think though. One day i'll get the stock is lip. Again, majority of my money and time is getting thrown at the caged chassis at the moment. Just trying not to get carried away with the e30 for the time being.

            ps grippy: we are just cool. I miss the subaru though, but it will be a beast when it is done.

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            • lambo
              Captain Scene Points
              • Feb 2010
              • 10953

              #7
              Mmmm Enkei RPF1's

              I must has some...

              Originally posted by SpasticDwarf;n6449866
              Honestly I built it just to have a place to sit and listen to Hotline Bling on repeat.

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              • grippymonkey
                Mod Crazy
                • Jun 2011
                • 759

                #8
                we are definitely cool brother haha

                I need to start my 318is thread too. I feel like I should at least put the race springs on first.

                What wheels are you planning for your 318? They better be at least 8" and low offset ;)
                GRIPPY'S*GARAGE

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                • d_elson0
                  Wrencher
                  • Feb 2011
                  • 242

                  #9
                  Ill prob do race springs and e90 drops for the time being... Wheels will definitely be at least 8's... But again, probably not for a while. Spending on the race car needs to be 98% of where my extra funds go... at least till I can get it painted.

                  Car is so much nicer w/ quiet wheel bearings. Just need to do trans/ rear diff fluids. Its nice messing around with a car again, I forgot what it was like.
                  Last edited by d_elson0; 08-07-2011, 06:56 PM.

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                  • iamjohnisrad
                    Noobie
                    • Jan 2011
                    • 10

                    #10
                    sick scooby snack. i see a great future for this thirty.

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                    • 20gmr
                      E30 Addict
                      • Aug 2010
                      • 404

                      #11
                      at least doing plugs won't be a bitch anymore haha.... i came from the evo world, welcome to the 30 game!
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                      • bergie_318is
                        Mod Crazy
                        • Dec 2007
                        • 680

                        #12
                        re move volvo lip NOW! even i ordered an IS from pelican and got it shipped over here to aust! if i can afford it you can too!!!

                        is's are fun! looks clean and exactly like mine :P


                        s50 downunder yo!

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                        • F34R
                          sLaughter
                          • May 2009
                          • 12390

                          #13
                          I want an evo 6 BAD
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                          • CHIF8008
                            No R3VLimiter
                            • Nov 2010
                            • 3447

                            #14
                            if you must have that lip on. please flip it the right direction
                            -FREEDOM- is cruisin at 80, windows down and listening to the perfect song-thinking "this is it"
                            -The Beauty in the Tragedy-
                            MECHANIC SMASH!!- (you all know you do it)
                            Got Drop?? ;-)
                            Originally posted by JinormusJ
                            But of course
                            E30s are know to be notoriously really really really ridiculously good looking

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                            • Balleristic31
                              R3V Elite
                              • Aug 2009
                              • 4198

                              #15
                              Sweet another 318is owner in Cali. Welcome

                              -NICK

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