My '73 Roundie Revival [BMW 2002]

[CubbyChowder]

Finally got a bit more work done. Can't wait to go back up on Thursday and keep pluggin away.

Got the driver's side door that I bought down to bare metal, you can see the big dent in the rear. Other than that, the door was pretty clean, nothing major.



Welded up all the trim holes and ground them down smooth:



There were a bunch of different holes for the mirror, I welded all those up too because I'll have to drill new holes for these new mirrors I bought. Bullet "Talbot" style mirrors. These feel super solid and I love the look, I'll be painting them black at the end to match everything else:

[CubbyChowder]

Some times its good to take a short or even a long brake from a project. I dont know about other guys/girls on here but when I have a project its almost all I can think about and it even keeps me up at night some times. Stepping away from it and clearing your head every now and then is necessary.
I personally also have a tendency to work to fast which can lead to a good amount of fuck ups when I get carried away. Taking your time in important.
This is going to be a sweet ride when its done.

I completely agree. I've spent soo many hours awake in bed trying to fall asleep but can't stop thinking about this project and things I want to do. Having my e30 has been a nice break to focus on something that yields more immediate results. Putting in 30+ hours on each fender alone only to have them 90% done has been fatiguing to say the least. It's the body work that is getting to me. I love cutting and welding, grinding down filler to look perfect is what gets me at times. The more I do it, the faster I get though.

What's been holding me back lately though is work, I'm so antsy to get back up to my dad's and make more progress on both the e30 and the 2002. I can't wait to give you guys more updates!

[deutschman]

Some times its good to take a short or even a long brake from a project. I dont know about other guys/girls on here but when I have a project its almost all I can think about and it even keeps me up at night some times. Stepping away from it and clearing your head every now and then is necessary.
I personally also have a tendency to work to fast which can lead to a good amount of fuck ups when I get carried away. Taking your time in important.
This is going to be a sweet ride when its done.

[mtlbloodshot]

So sad there are no updates :(

[CubbyChowder]

updates?

unfortunately, no. I've been working basically every day for the last two weeks so I've had zero time to put into the '02. I did receive some sweet Talbot style mirrors today though :D

Looks like you have two awesome cars.'

However, the m42 was available in 89 and 90 as well. the 318is is a 91 only model though.

Didn't know that! Looks like I need to do my homework a bit more before I start claiming things haha.

[325ix]

Looks like you have two awesome cars.'

However, the m42 was available in 89 and 90 as well. the 318is is a 91 only model though.

[dothadance]

updates?

[CubbyChowder]

whatever, thats badass. way to be! are you learning from anyone or reading any material?

The Internet is my mentor

[A Sucked Orange]

None whatsoever, I'm learning everything as I go, which is probably why it's taking me so long.

whatever, thats badass. way to be! are you learning from anyone or reading any material?

[CubbyChowder]

Love this project, heck your new daily too! All the E30's I've bought we're in SLO, I seem to find clean ones out there. Can't wait 'til project is finished!

Herb

Thanks man! Every time I'm looking to buy a car I always have to travel a few hours out of town for any good ones. Surprised you found something good in slo!

FWIW, that e30 has vinyl seats, not leather.

I know, someone already pointed that out. Thought I changed it but I guess not, I'll do that now.

[Pino]

FWIW, that e30 has vinyl seats, not leather.

[HerbReal]

Love this project, heck your new daily too! All the E30's I've bought we're in SLO, I seem to find clean ones out there. Can't wait 'til project is finished!

Herb

[CubbyChowder]

That definitely makes me feel better. I've been thinking about doing separate fenders for my e30. Where did you find the mk1 fenders? Awesome read btw. It's builds like these that will make me never subscribe to magazines haha

This is where I got the fenders: http://www.fixmyrust.com/Item/3174059L

Just realize its a huge job before you jump into it! E30 fenders are awesome, not much different than the MK1 fenders.

Thats awesome man. what are your plans for paint? rent a booth?

Probably, or make one myself. I'm definitely going to paint it myself.

Wow this build is beyond awesome! Will keep an eye on it for sure. And the video of the Bavaria was beautiful.

Thanks!

[twism]

Wow this build is beyond awesome! Will keep an eye on it for sure. And the video of the Bavaria was beautiful.

[knuklehead92]

Nah I'm gonna do it right the first time and give it real paint before I call it a day haha I have too much work into it to just settle on anything less.

Thats awesome man. what are your plans for paint? rent a booth?