What about venting to atmosphere and removing the CCV system entirely? Is that an option?
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Originally posted by CorvallisBMW View PostWhat about venting to atmosphere and removing the CCV system entirely? Is that an option?
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Originally posted by JGood View PostOh yeah, gotcha, that is definitely a possibility. I'm not sure to what extent the OSV/CCV is able to compensate for blow-by. The engine runs great and doesn't smoke. I haven't done a compression or leak down test, but I suppose it wouldn't hurt. I still want to do a water inches vacuum gauge to see if crank case pressure is even an issue. For all I know, it might actually be pulling correct vacuum.
The m60 OSV is internal, located right behind the timing chain on the block, whereas the e53 X5 m62 OSV's were external. So they don't experience the same cold weather issues, they stay at engine temp regardless of ambient temp. I had an m62 X5, got rid of it before it started to nickle and dime me to death. Amazing vehicle in every way, and I do miss it, just way too many expensive, failure prone parts on it. It would be hard to justify replacing a $3.5k trans in a $10k vehicle. Or a $2k timing guide/upper gasket overhaul, $1.5k coolant overhaul, etc... $200 window regulators breaking constantly gets old too.
But they are sexy!
Good info to know about the m60 vs m62... I don't know my BMW V8's very well yet.
Nice looking X... and I totally get what you are talking about with the thing nickel and diming you to death. I bought mine for $10k out the door from a dealer and thought I got a decent deal. Figured I would spend $2k on maintenance to bring it back up to par (just like any used BMW purchase). Well, had it since June and am learning what it needs... which include all the stuff I mentioned before and then some.
Here is mine:
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Originally posted by JGood View PostVery nice, that thing looks brand new. '04+ too, so you get x-drive, which is lights years better then the horrible early model one wheel drive.
Hopefully one day I can do a ground up build like yours. I have some pretty decent e30's... but nothing to the caliber of yours. Keep up the good work on it. I would love a V8 e30 and was leaning LS1 before this... but after owning the e53 I wonder if it would be possible to put an N62 into the E30. Too much electronics compared to the M60 you think?"A good memory for quotes combined with a poor memory for attribution can lead to a false sense of originality."
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91 318is Turbo Sold
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06 4.8is X5
06 Mtec X3
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90 325i Sold
97 328is Sold
01 323ci Sold
92 325i Sold
83 528e Totaled
98 328i Sold
93 325i Sold
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Thanks guys!
Originally posted by Schnitzer318is View Postbut after owning the e53 I wonder if it would be possible to put an N62 into the E30. Too much electronics compared to the M60 you think?
But, we all have our own reasons for doing these swaps, and obviously it's not all about hp/$, or none of us would be messing with e30's or v8's haha.
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Originally posted by JGood View PostAnything is possible, but I think it would be very difficult to justify the time/money required to pioneer that swap. Power output appears similar to the m62. I think even an s62 would be easier, cheaper, and much more powerful. With the n62's valve guide issues, I just don't see any real benefit.
But, we all have our own reasons for doing these swaps, and obviously it's not all about hp/$, or none of us would be messing with e30's or v8's haha.
My only real reasons were the additional (albeit slight) power & torque increase of the N62 over the M60/62. Coupled of course with how well the N62 moves the pig of an E53 around, I figured it would be tits in an e30. Plus I've never liked the timing chain guide issues associated with the m60 and m62's. Though with the updated designs I could swap them out before putting it into the e30.
But as you say, it might be easier and, quite possibly cheaper to just go with an m60 or s62.
This is all a pipe dream at this point anyway though, I am not in a position time wise to be able to dedicate the money/efforts to something like this. Your project just has me all giddy about BMW V8 power in an e30... :drink:"A good memory for quotes combined with a poor memory for attribution can lead to a false sense of originality."
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91 318is Turbo Sold
87 325 Daily driver Sold
06 4.8is X5
06 Mtec X3
05 4.4i X5 Sold
92 325ic Sold & Re-purchased
90 325i Sold
97 328is Sold
01 323ci Sold
92 325i Sold
83 528e Totaled
98 328i Sold
93 325i Sold
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Originally posted by JGood View PostThe big 3-core Z3M. The cores started leaking after 1 year/10k miles on the first two.
The problem happens more on some cars than others.
Cause is electrolysis.
I roasted my first one after 2 years. It started leaking out of the brazed weld fins ends. Which is the first thing the electrolysis attacks.
Changed to a Mishimoto and did the following things to remove the issue all together.
* Used proper BMW coolant which is a high qaulity and stablised chemically.
* Ran an earth strap form the radiator to the chassis
measured the voltage in the hot (80c) non pressurezied coolant with each change. Dropped from 0.5v to 0.004v which is what it should be. You do this by using a multimeter with one prong on the radiator and the other in the coolant not touching anything else.
Also you will find that the radiator on the inside is black. This is because it has been anaodised. This adds a thin metal like layer to the alloy and reduces efficency.
Moral of the story, if you run a alloy radiator then dont create a battery out of it with water and dis-similar metals.
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Cant stop re-reading this EPIC thread over and over... Persistence to a whole new level my man!! This thread would make the ultimate E30 movie...Denny
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Originally posted by HybridNz View PostYou probably have a stray current issue as with all alloy radiators.
The problem happens more on some cars than others.
Cause is electrolysis.
I roasted my first one after 2 years. It started leaking out of the brazed weld fins ends. Which is the first thing the electrolysis attacks.
Changed to a Mishimoto and did the following things to remove the issue all together.
* Used proper BMW coolant which is a high qaulity and stablised chemically.
* Ran an earth strap form the radiator to the chassis
measured the voltage in the hot (80c) non pressurezied coolant with each change. Dropped from 0.5v to 0.004v which is what it should be. You do this by using a multimeter with one prong on the radiator and the other in the coolant not touching anything else.
Also you will find that the radiator on the inside is black. This is because it has been anaodised. This adds a thin metal like layer to the alloy and reduces efficency.
Moral of the story, if you run a alloy radiator then dont create a battery out of it with water and dis-similar metals.
I don't think I've ever gone more then 6 months/5k miles without draining/replacing coolant (for one reason or another), so I don't think that's enough time for the coolant to even become acidic. I measured .07v, but again, this coolant is like 2 months old. From what I've read, anything under .3 volts shouldn't cause any major issues.
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Originally posted by JGood View Post
Proof of linear vs progressive:
95 M3:
e36 325i:
The only thing I still want to do, when I have time, is take measurements near center at small increments on both racks, maybe 1/8 rev's.Last edited by george graves; 03-17-2015, 05:47 AM.Originally posted by Matt-Bhey does anyone know anyone who gets upset and makes electronics?
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Originally posted by kristov View PostAre you still happy with the CAtuned axles?
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Saw on instagram you had some axle troubles. Care to share what that was all about?Originally posted by 36bruaIsn't that what these forums are all about making stuff easier... OO no never mind this is r3v...
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