Spec's E30

[uofom3]

ditch the skirts and the wheels. I also see at least two different shades of alpine.... that may be the light though.

[rThor432]

I was really amped to see a SpecE30.

Me too.

I dont like anything Ford on a BMW, but otherwise nice sedan.

[Ben Carufel]

Yeah, not really feeling it at all.

[Spec]

Yall will feel it once it's completed. This is really just the beginning stages of the transformation, and I don't expect all to like it the way it is now, especially since not a ton has been done yet.

I got the dual 12" woofers and 1000w monoblock installed last night, as well as kicking through the rear firewall where the skipass (now) is. I gutted a bit of the rear seat back to reduce disturbance. I'll try and grab some pics to post tonight.

[Spec]

Amp and box arrived yesterday, so I pulled out the subs and started putting things together. I'm a big music guy, and this E30 seems to have somewhat poorly designed audio composure - in terms of location and size. I'll be fabricating some 6x9's into the rear and tweeters up front eventually, but until then, I needed some bass to go with the Bazooka 5&1/4"s around (looking at replacing with Focal).

Had some JBL GT4 12"s with a gooooood size magnet beneath :D Not optimal box but it works for the time being. I'm matching these up to a Kenwood 1000w Monoblock amp.




Went and pulled the rear seats, and noticed the ski pass was only spot welded on there. After unsuccessfully trying to kick it out from the trunk, I hammered right through from the rear seats. Placed the subs behind the seat - might get a sawzall and drill a couple holes. I thinned the padding where the skipass is on the rear of the seats so there was less for the sound to travel through.





Turned around and took a photo of my interior - sorry for the dusty dash! My interior is actually in great condition. I've got some black vinyl door panels on the way to match with the tan handles to make a nice two-tone interior (replacing seats in future?)

[Spec]

Headlights and Euro grilles came in today! Installed them during my lunch break. I think they look pretty good. Better than the stock sealed beams at least....

Still have the H1 bulbs in for now as the HID kit hasn't arrived yet. Here are a couple pictures showing contrast and one once completed:

[Spec]

More updates! Tonight's project: All red tails.

I started with these amber turn signals which I wasn't really a fan of. If you've watched the buildup of my machines, you'll have seen I'm a fan of character through simplicity. The amber signals were one too many colors. I bought some Duplicolor Metalcast paint and pulled out the tails. I sanded down the amber and taped off what I didn't want sprayed. I ended up applying 2 light coats of red followed by one medium coat. Once dried, I applied to coats of clearcoat to the portion just painted to give it a gloss like the rest of the taillight. Finally, I removed the tape and sprayed the entire light with two coats of enamel to match everything together and protect it down the road.




Victory! Turned out great! Would have thought I'd have paid $350 for a new set. Total cost to me: $7! I didn't have room in the garage so outside she went with plastic bags to protect it overnight from the elements.

[z50_Jumper]

comming along well, looks like your hood is a lil crooked. sorry if you already said that.

[Spec]

Updated front & back photos

Also look at the new suspension bits! Adjustable Koni's and Vogtlands. Mmm mmm good!

[4ce30]

Nice, suspension will do the car wonders!! great progress..
-Brandon

[Spec]

Today is a bit more of an update, though pictures aren't provided for everything. I've got my winter steelies on right now, so all of the cool brake goodies can't be seen, and the drop looks ghetto without rims but... meh. Consider it a temporary teaser. Car is also VERY dirty.

Parts added since last update:
Koni adjustable shocks
Vogtland Springs
M3 Control Arms
M3 Bushings
Cross-drilled rotors
New brake pads
New brake sensors
New emergency brake pins/backing plate
Full flush of every fluid in the car
Replaced every belt
Infiniti rear speakers
Two-tone door panels

On to the pictures. I replaced the tan cloth door panels with black vinyl ones, and switched out the handles to create a bit of a two-tone environment in the cabin.



Koni adjustables, Vogtland springs, M3 control arms, M3 bushings complete the new suspension setup (sorry for the 14" steelies):



Began fiberglassing the Mtech 2 valence onto the front bumper to create a 1 peice setup.


Oooo... 17" Kopi Alpina rims... waiting for my baby


Removed the two rear Bazooka speakers and replaced them with a better quality Infiniti set


That's the teaser for now...

[KangamangusDriver]

Looks like you are off to a great start!!!

[bronzit_is]

Sweet car. I wouldn't mind having some subs but the added weight isn't worth the sound to me.

Also, those door pulls.. :neutral: but I understand these are things that are aesthetically pleasing to you. I like the car :giggle:

[delatlanta1281]

Hey
Can you take the caps off those Kopis and snap a pic of the interior hub?
Sorry.

[Disaster Inc]

Hey
Can you take the caps off those Kopis and snap a pic of the interior hub?
Sorry.

I was thinking the same thing, pics please of under the cap.