M20B29 w/ Triple Webers into my '71 2002

[AceAndrew777]

No, just the undergrad right now (Aero Eng. w/ Astro emphasis). Very fortunate to be in a great group at Northrop where I've been able to work as an engineer without the degree. Similar to how Jeff was at Ireland ... whatever I can handle, go for it. Little intimidating, but not boring!

As for the wire, it's just basic stuff I had on hand. Stiff enough to hold the shape, but not too stiff where it's tough to bend. The wire gets you 90% of the way, but the last bits of adjustment are done on the car. Once you start working with it, you'll be amazed by how easy it is.

[moatilliatta]

This should be a cool package. I plan on doing titanium exhaust when I do a 3.5" system.

https://www.ticonindustries.com/

I looked at specing everything out from them.

[LateFan]

No, just the undergrad right now (Aero Eng. w/ Astro emphasis). Very fortunate to be in a great group at Northrop where I've been able to work as an engineer without the degree. Similar to how Jeff was at Ireland ... whatever I can handle, go for it. Little intimidating, but not boring!

As for the wire, it's just basic stuff I had on hand. Stiff enough to hold the shape, but not too stiff where it's tough to bend. The wire gets you 90% of the way, but the last bits of adjustment are done on the car. Once you start working with it, you'll be amazed by how easy it is.

Nice!

The only ones I've done were new cunifer rear lines on the E30 trailing arms. It's pretty fun to work with. Did you use big sockets for tight curves, or a bending tool? I just kind of shaped them with various sockets and shaped by hand using the old one as a pattern.

[AceAndrew777]

This should be a cool package. I plan on doing titanium exhaust when I do a 3.5" system.

https://www.ticonindustries.com/

I looked at specing everything out from them.

Nice, best of luck. I'm curious to hear it on your setup. I chose Vibrant for parts because a couple of their people are bimmer guys who have been friendly for a while.


LateFan - you're set then. I do all bending either by hand or with this tool. It's my favorite bender to date (yes, the 5/16 size gives the bends a little breathing room).

[CubbyChowder]

Unreal! Just now catching up on the last several updates of yours, and really cool to finally see a sneak peek at what the roof rack looks like. This whole build is unbelievable, it is so well done. Was thinking about this car the other day and I'm stoked to see that you're making progress

[Panici]

What a thread!
Car is an absolute stunner, and you have fantastic attention to detail.

Subscribed for updates.

[AceAndrew777]

Cubby, that's high praise! Thank you. Eager to put the roof rack to work. Hope all is well.

Panici, thank you sir. Any advice on how to remove the initial wrinkles from the gold foil? Mine came folded, and it's a PITA to get it to look cohesive.

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Some time ago a friend called in a favor on my initial set of KW's. KW was kind enough to make a second set to my spec with a little tweaking of their own.

With the coilovers back in hand, it was then go time to get the car back on the ground! First time since 2016....oof.

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The rear was relatively straight forward, but it did need a little clearancing on the mounting tabs to fit the finned differential cover.

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The fronts were more of a challenge, but then it was a big ask to fit the bumpsteer spacers and big brakes behind the 13's. To fit the purple-tastic bumpsteer spacers I needed to grind the control arm ever so slightly.

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Here are a couple teaser shots of it on the ground! So excited! I should be able to get a number of little things done along with the engine in by next week. Then it's off to exhaust!

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The car with completed exhaust (and new fun headers) will be at the Ireland Engineering open house on September 24th. They'll also have free In and Out truck out as well....that.convinced my wife to come, lol.

[OSAH racing]

Looking forward to seeing this masterpiece at Ireland Engineering.

[2mAn]

stunning.

What mods have you to your diff to get it to handle the torque that the M20B28 will be throwing at it? My cousin already blew up the diff in his TurboM10. Any help is appreciated

[Panici]

Panici, thank you sir. Any advice on how to remove the initial wrinkles from the gold foil? Mine came folded, and it's a PITA to get it to look cohesive.

I never did get my firewall gold foil installed without wrinkles. So much of it is hidden behind the engine that I wasn't concerned.
Peeling back the protective backing and sticking on small sections at a time (while keeping tension) seems to help.

For my intake charge pipes, I used a 2" roll of DEI gold foil tape. Cut strips slightly longer then your pipe diameter, and keep tension when applying.
Cut the strips in half or thirds lengthwise when wrapping around bends, as the thinner strips work better in that case.


Great thread update by the way. With the restoration work in the background and all the new shiny aftermarket bits mounted, it looks like you are modifying a brand new zero-mile car!

[AceAndrew777]

stunning.

What mods have you to your diff to get it to handle the torque that the M20B28 will be throwing at it? My cousin already blew up the diff in his TurboM10. Any help is appreciated

For now I've got the E36 318ti center section in the E21 open case. It's the strongest possible small case setup save for a Quaife. It should be able to handle the power. However, if it does go pear shaped, I'll go for the 2002 Underground rear subframe and a medium case diff.

[2mAn]

He's having trouble connecting with 2002 Underground

[AceAndrew777]

Hmm... I know Ken sold it semi-recently and I have not talked to the gentleman who is now picking up the reigns. Assuming there's a steep learning and supplier curve, but don't have any insider info unfortunately. Hopefully it works out.

[moatilliatta]

Easier in a roll.

https://www.wirecare.com/category/shielding/heat-shielding/gold-foil

Exciting to have a car back on its feet! :)

[AceAndrew777]

Back to engine bay prep. Installed the E21/E30 Brake Fluid Resivour and made a new clutch master feed line. Zip tied the brake residual pressure valve in place and connected the steering column.

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Note that with the 02 Underground mounts, I'll be using stock E30 motor mounts and the motor will be cradled between them. Andrew at IE welded them in place (along with doing some more reinforcement),and hid a little easter egg in there.

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Then without further delay it was time to put the motor in! Ran into a number of fitment issues, but overall it's so nice to see it sitting there!

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