My 318i M10 "raging avocado"

[Nick_S]

Dang, you're really bringing that thing back from the dead. Nice work!

[fpimenta]

Hello guys, some updates on the car and the EFI renovation.

The "new" exhaust came in and I started cleaning and polishing it. Theres a comparison picture:


Messed a bit with the rear seat belts too


The trunk still needs cleaning up, this probably will be the last thing for now


Also I gave the antena to my father so he could play with it a bit...Its now working again :D


This is the trigger wheel (36-1), I drawn it in Solidworks and it was laser cut, and then screwed to the crank wheel.


I made a mockup in solidworks of the Hall sensor bracket


First 3D printed it, then made it in steel


Cables ready




the duct tape is temporary


Im using a VAG 106b coilpack


Also I had a TPD sensor from my Rover 400 laying around, 3D printed an adaptor (ABS plastic) and put it in the stock throttle body. It actualy fits.


Now Im just waiting for the wideband sensor and the I need to finish the speeuino board so I can test everything and start tunning it.

[laidback93]

Awesome write up. Loving the progress and that color!

[fpimenta]

Hello guys, theres been some updates in the car.

After discovering the engine block was cracked, I put in another engine, another AFM, new fuel pump and still with this "new" engine the car wasnt pulling right. Lost power at about 4k rpm. So the problem I suppose was electrical or ingnition.





Then one morning I started to rev the car and this happens



Time for a new exhaust. I brought the mufflers and pipe and started welding as best as I can



Then I found out I need a bigger muffler because this ones are just too loud (glasspack muffler + magnaflow muffler). Theres a bigger one coming next week

Now since the engine stays low on power, instead of buying 30 year old used parts to see whats the problem, I decided to install a Speeduino ECU. And thats where the project stands now.

While waiting for parts I started striping the interior to clean it.









also cleaned the HVAC system and put new seals on. For the carpet, It wasnt the best option because I could find a better method without spend lots of €€, so I used spray paint, fabric and vinyl paint, to experiment. Turned out ok.



Now I just waiting for the trigger wheel and a few parts to assemble the speeduino.

[fpimenta]

That's looking very nice! What are the legalities of engine swaps Portugal?
Props for keeping everything stock, it's nice to see someone giving attention to an M10.

Its illegal to make any change in the car, except rims in which the car brand has to certify it. You can legalize another engine but you are gonna pay taxes as if it were new, and its just to much money.

[Mazdayasna]

That's looking very nice! What are the legalities of engine swaps Portugal?
Props for keeping everything stock, it's nice to see someone giving attention to an M10.

[wworm]

sooooo much room for boost in that engine bay!

[fpimenta]

Hi guys, got some new updates.

Finally installed my custom DSSR



This is how I took off the engine put it back on:



And how I secured the gearbox:



Custom made gaskets



Alternator looking much better



Engine in the car finally:









Now its time for breaking in the new parts and figuring out how to install a volvo electric fan i have laying around.

[wworm]

Definitely stoked to see progress on this. Props for building the m10!

[MB07]

Love the color of that car!

[jeenyus]

awesome. i love this little m10.

[fpimenta]

updates ;D

Decided to paint some parts of the engine bay


New bearings


Polished crank. Now it moves like a charm :D



Oil pump cleaned and reconditioned. The oil pickup was full of silicone from the oil pan gasket and grime



The sun helping the picture



Trying to find the TDC before head assembly


Starting to assemble the head now

[wworm]

Eventually yes... will see :D

Ah good good. This will be exciting.

[fpimenta]

I was reading through your thread and it wasn't until I saw the plate on the car that I noticed you're from Portugal. Which town are you from? I'm from Lisbon moved here when I was 11. Going back to Portugal in June for vacation.

Awesome work with the car can't wait to see more progress.

Im from Porto. Theres a great e30 culture here in portugal :D

are you planning on rebuilding it for b00st??

Eventually yes... will see :D

[DBShiznit]

I was reading through your thread and it wasn't until I saw the plate on the car that I noticed you're from Portugal. Which town are you from? I'm from Lisbon moved here when I was 11. Going back to Portugal in June for vacation.

Awesome work with the car can't wait to see more progress.