The end result from vapor blasting is really impressive. Wow.
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I know this is meant to be a pretty oem original rebuild, but have you considered upgrading the lower timing case to the later m42 version? Much safer design that eliminates the idler wheel and the potential flaws in the early castings that have been known to fail.
Just something to think about before you put it all back together!
-NICK
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Originally posted by ThatOneEuroE30 View PostAre you planning to still run the throttle body heater and the rest of the mess?
Originally posted by Balleristic31 View PostI know this is meant to be a pretty oem original rebuild, but have you considered upgrading the lower timing case to the later m42 version? Much safer design that eliminates the idler wheel and the potential flaws in the early castings that have been known to fail.
Just something to think about before you put it all back together!
Originally posted by Powling View PostWith the vapour blasting, do you need to do anything to protect the metal after its blasted? Or is it good to go right after blasting?
In the case of those that live up north with liberal applications of sodium chlorinate on the roads I'd say yes either seal it, or don't drive in it.
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Started to reorganize a few things and pull out some new parts to put a few sub assemblies together.
Freshly plated studs reinstalled in lower intake manifold
Shifter linkage
Steering column, which was blown apart to be able to plate the main housing bracket and vapor blast the ignition lock housing.
Close up of the bottom bearing with spacer and dust shield
Top side
Fully reassembled
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Originally posted by Jordan View PostI guess that depends on where you live. Down here in Texas cast aluminum stays bright an clean for years. Up where you live? Salt in the winter air probably starts dissolving it right after it leaves the machine
In the case of those that live up north with liberal applications of sodium chlorinate on the roads I'd say yes either seal it, or don't drive in it.
Either way, how would you seal it?
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We're in deep now boys
1988 325i SETA - Daily driver
1988 340iL - Track car
My M60 V8 swap thread here
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Originally posted by Powling View PostHmm I wonder if it would still be a factor with a 'summer only' car.
Either way, how would you seal it?
Originally posted by MR 325 View PostLove the eye candy! Those tires fit the Euro weaves nicely too.
I'm happy with the tire choice, they are nice and square with the wheel protector lip sidewall design.
Originally posted by wazzu70 View PostThe vapor blasted surfaces look great. Never had heard of that process before!
The cad plated bits look great, Im liking it better than polished/stainless/powdercoat!Originally posted by dasmanschaft012 View PostIf you guys haven't heard about vapor honing before, Jay leno had a specialist on his show.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=30HBumz3zJ4
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I've been looking for a nice set of late model tail lamps this whole time and it *just* occurred to me I could probably buy them new. Sure enough they were still available, and about $225 for the pair was a no brainer IMO.
They come super shiny of course, and with plastic film over the lenses for protection.. and nice supple gaskets.
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Wow 225 for the pair is cheap! Early model ones are 280 a side last I looked.
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