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  • Cabriolet
    R3V OG
    • Apr 2010
    • 9620

    #541
    Originally posted by MR 325
    Needs late model valance, keep DBs though.
    no to the es/is valance?


    hows that s4.10? too low or just right?
    Much wow
    I hate 4 doors

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    • Wh33lhop
      R3V OG
      • Feb 2009
      • 11705

      #542
      Originally posted by The Volta
      OMGezzz those R888s. How does the rear end feel after you installed the subframe bushings ? I am probably going to be going the same route this year with some GC coils.
      Better, but I changed a lot out at the same time so I can't attribute it to just the bushings. I need to space the diff down still, my driveshaft's still binding.

      Originally posted by Cabriolet
      no to the es/is valance?
      Nah.

      hows that s4.10? too low or just right?
      It's a fun gear. Too low on the highway though, and it doesn't lock enough for the R888s. For regular all-seasons etc it should probably be fine though.

      I think I am going to get a 3.25 and build it. If you still want the 4.10 when that's done I'll sell it to you.
      paint sucks

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      • Cabriolet
        R3V OG
        • Apr 2010
        • 9620

        #543
        Originally posted by Wh33lhop
        If you still want the 4.10 when that's done I'll sell it to you.
        id only be able to swap you my s3.73.

        as for your front end what do you plan on changing?
        Much wow
        I hate 4 doors

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        • Wh33lhop
          R3V OG
          • Feb 2009
          • 11705

          #544
          Originally posted by Cabriolet
          id only be able to swap you my s3.73.
          Ah, that's right. Yeah, no use (or space) for an extra diff I'm afraid. :(

          as for your front end what do you plan on changing?
          Just a late model valance and maybe a lip (OMG IS lip).
          paint sucks

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          • gooseadrian
            Wrencher
            • Aug 2011
            • 284

            #545
            dude! your a fucking god! i hate working in my parkinglot because i always gather a crowd of random neighbors and it pisses me off...you sir are insane. but i love this thread, much props!
            Fuck you buddy

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            • Insane E30
              Member
              • Jan 2012
              • 71

              #546
              really like this thread, good to see what you think of the diffs, i am going to try and go 3.46 for my E.

              also props on keeping DB's, i was on the fence until i saw yours
              1985 325e - a cheap work in progress
              http://myquest4happiness.blogspot.com/

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              • davem
                Mod Crazy
                • Jun 2010
                • 705

                #547
                Pretty much my fave e30 build thread. Makes me want to buy an eta, m50 swap it, get GC coilovers, TRMs and sell my 91 325i!

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                • u3b3rg33k
                  R3VLimited
                  • Jan 2010
                  • 2452

                  #548
                  Originally posted by Wh33lhop
                  Honestly, it will sound stupid and it's kind of a little OCD thing but I hate seeing the rev counter on the right side of the tach when I'm just cruising. I'd like to get an M3 cluster to be honest, mainly for other reasons but partially so the dials won't seem like I'm "stressing" the car as much when I'm on the highway. :p
                  I like to think of it like an airplane - gauges at 12'oclock are good things.

                  That's also why I think these are dumb:

                  Ich gehöre nicht zur Baader-Meinhof Gruppe

                  Originally posted by Top Gear
                  Just imagine waking up and remembering you're Mexican.

                  Every time you buy a car with DSC/ESC, Jesus kills a baby seal. With a kitten.


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                  • slaterd
                    E30 Mastermind
                    • Jul 2011
                    • 1731

                    #549
                    Damn man, where do you get the know how? Honestly, I'm afraid to do a front suspension refurbish let alone a heart transplant.
                    Originally posted by Wh33lhop
                    This is r3v. Check your vaginal sand at the door.

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                    • Wh33lhop
                      R3V OG
                      • Feb 2009
                      • 11705

                      #550
                      Originally posted by slaterd
                      Damn man, where do you get the know how? Honestly, I'm afraid to do a front suspension refurbish let alone a heart transplant.
                      Honestly, I will read around first and then just dive into most of these jobs. A little planning, physical intuition and a fucking-get-it-done attitude can get you a long way. Just keep in mind you will probably break some stuff.

                      Washed it today, so I took some pics. Front wheels were pitch black from HP+/wh33lhop driving brake dust. Almost looks nice now.





                      paint sucks

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                      • Wh33lhop
                        R3V OG
                        • Feb 2009
                        • 11705

                        #551


                        Driven.
                        paint sucks

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                        • catuned
                          R3VLimited
                          • Jun 2011
                          • 2324

                          #552
                          time for new tires....
                          Work We Do
                          CAtuned Feedback Page|FB CAtuned Page
                          http://www.catuned.com

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                          • efficient
                            No R3VLimiter
                            • Feb 2012
                            • 3312

                            #553
                            Damn just went thru this whole thread and alot of work put in. good stuff, just wondering how hard is it wire up the m50?

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                            • Cronopoulos
                              R3VLimited
                              • Jul 2011
                              • 2187

                              #554
                              Didnt you just get those tires on as well. I know they are low TW but damn...


                              Project log -- DIRTY 30

                              2.7i * Megasquirt tuned * E85 powered

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                              • Northern
                                R3V Elite
                                • Nov 2010
                                • 5036

                                #555
                                How are your HP+ noise-wise? I found them to be obnoxious, they squealed non-stop, but I'm not sure if they had any anti-squeal paste on them at all. By the time the PBR ceramics were worn to the backing plate in the rear (PO paired them with Front HP+...) the front HP+ pads were only half worn, but the front rotors looked like they'd been through hell. The HPS aren't nearly as good for stopping power, but I love how quiet, dustless, and consistent they are.
                                Originally posted by priapism
                                My girl don't know shit, but she bakes a mean cupcake.
                                Originally posted by shameson
                                Usually it's best not to know how much money you have into your e30

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