blue rocket (1987 325is)

[evandael]

have fun rescuing that one, we will hold you accountable!

I would definitely pull the chrome not only because it's tacky but because they trap water and RUST.

[Buzztt]

def needs some love

im doing the same thing right now to my newly inherited vert, feels good to make things right again, every little switch or emblem i install makes it look newer and better and feels like a minor victory !

[ahalfacre5]

Well guys.. the shit hits the fan. Pulled off the valve cover today to find this!




Yup. That's two broken rocker arms. I need some to give some advice. Now lol

[ahalfacre5]

I did a lot of reading. It seems to me that this is although difficult, it is possible :) not getting done untilled we get back from the beach, but it will be done! In the meantime, what color should the cable cover get painted?

[ahalfacre5]

Valve cover**

[ahalfacre5]

Feeling a little down about not having the car for my wedding tomorrow. But heads is coming off as soon soon as the parts arrive

[Dirtsquirt]

Head doesn't need to come off...

You can r&r the rockers by pulling the radiator and pulling the rocker shafts out through the front. I don't even think the timing belt has to come off

[Pantless Spency]

im pretty sure you have to have the cam pulley removed to remove the rocker shafts.


god speed OP.

[imsotyerred]

I give you permission to beat me to death if I don't do this awesome little car justice.

I'm holding you to this

[ahalfacre5]

Off to the beach today. A buddy of mine agreed to help with this project, so now I order parts and enjoy the beach. See you in a week.

[TimKninja]

Do the timing belt ASAP if it wasnt done, if it allready didnt snap.

I actually dont mind that blue! Great pick up man!

[ahalfacre5]

def needs some love

im doing the same thing right now to my newly inherited vert, feels good to make things right again, every little switch or emblem i install makes it look newer and better and feels like a minor victory !

Good luck!
I've decided (with design help from my new wife) to pull off what chrome I can, paint it black, seal it, and put it back on and seal it to keep water out. Also referbishingthe rims. Most likely getting a black and blue finish. Rocker arms, timing belt, and various gaskets and hoses are getting ordered as soon as I can bank some of the wedding money. Paint and clear coat will come when I can grab my air gun and compressor from my parents. Keep suggestions. Coming. Its helping a lot

[ahalfacre5]

Oh, andnd here's the view I was looking at about 5 min ago

[ahalfacre5]

Did some more thinking tonight. I'm gonna go a head and try doing the rocker arms without pulling the head. It would be nice to, but I would rather not risk it. I need to do a coolant flush anyway so pulling the radiator will be a good chance to do that. Also sounds like it gonna be easier. Anyone have a write up?

[ahalfacre5]

going back on what i said.. started on pulling the head today.. should finish tomorrow night the LOTS of cleaning up till the parts come, then putting everything back together... THEN i can finish cleaning the car up.

after i fix this issue i plan on:
re shaping the front lip
window tinting
black out the tail lights a little better
get the chrome off! its going black
rims are getting a nice new coat of paint
interior getting an overhaul
and.... im sure i forgot something