318i refresh + s52 build

[grandeswag]

Thanks fellas, was kind of losing my mind working on those tails, but getting some good traction on youtube and such certainly validates it a bit lol

[JasonWilson48]

Those are awesome. Definitely giving a JDM/Tokyo Drift type of vibe with the multicolor lights. I don't go to any night time car meets, but these would be a show stopper if you had them there.

All your missing is some neon under glow now s/

[grandeswag]

Been busy building matrix tails for a couple customers.. got early models in the mix now too. Warm weather finally approaching and I will get back on the motor build!

[calvino]

That red interior was quite the score, especially with the red carpet!

[bww5325]

You're doing a great job!

[grandeswag]

Cleaned up the garage this weekend then made a big mess. Hung the hood on the wall and got to work.

Removed:
- AC components
- PS components
- Exhaust
- Driveshaft
- Shift linkage

Disconnected all wiring and plumbing.


All prepped to pull the old s50, then I can replace the trans detents, harvest the oil pump and whatever else is needed to get the s52 going. Currently waiting on my Harper oil pan too.

[grandeswag]

S50 is out! Separated the ZF as well.. put up quite the fight. Ordered the detent parts as well, aside from the reverse pin. Guess that thing is NLA and next to impossible to find now. Can't believe the 5th gear pin is $120!! I only had an issue with 5th gear lean, so I think I can live without changing out reverse anyway.

[s14brent]

Guess that thing is NLA and next to impossible to find now. Can't believe the 5th gear pin is $120!! ]

good lord, i'm going to have to dig my last set i bought out and put it somewhere safe LOL

[Northern]

I guess I better not break the ZF that's in my car now. Damn that's steep.

[grandeswag]

Yeah… crazy right!

I bought the drift set 5 years ago for this job. Should have bought the rest