My $300 winter project

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  • ToplessE30
    R3V Elite
    • Oct 2003
    • 4791

    #46
    Just swap out the entire suspension. You'll be glad you did in the future.
    Estoril E36 M3/4/5 | Toledo E53 X5 3.0 | LeMans E90 335D M-Sport

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    • Joe318is
      R3V OG
      • Sep 2005
      • 6451

      #47
      swap the suspension. vented rotors FTW.

      Note: Parking brake cables are different, get the ones from the bronzit.


      Originally posted by vlad
      Do you know anybody else who built that many bad ass E30s?

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      • 4ce30
        R3VLimited
        • Feb 2006
        • 2762

        #48
        Originally posted by JeffNJM3
        Cool project. You should definately swap the front brakes from the 325i to the 318, i'm pretty sure the 318 has solid rotors, while the 325i has the vented ones, I think the caliper and carriers should bolt onto the 318i strut housings, or I have heard you can use the thinner 318i struts in the larger diameter 325i strut housing, but i'm not sure on that one.
        Ya we are for sure

        Originally posted by ToplessE30
        Just swap out the entire suspension. You'll be glad you did in the future.
        Roger

        Originally posted by Joe318is
        swap the suspension. vented rotors FTW.

        Note: Parking brake cables are different, get the ones from the bronzit.

        Awesome, thanks for the info!

        -Brandon
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        • 4ce30
          R3VLimited
          • Feb 2006
          • 2762

          #49
          Update:

          Just purchased a 5-speed, comes with a short shift, and sachs stage II clutchkit... I'm stoked on this part, it will make the car alot more solid!

          We worked long and late last night... we got the M20 out, disassembled and we also tore down the M10 as well.. The head appears to be in great condition as i expected a auto granny owned M20 to be.. The pistons have the usual carbon build but in great condition as well.. Super stoked that im going to have a strong runner.. Also found out the M10 wasnt in the greatest condition soo im glad i didnt spend anymore $$ or time on that lost cause!









          -Brandon
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          • e30325ic
            E30 Addict
            • Dec 2004
            • 491

            #50
            Looking good, you will be glad you swapped the whole suspension.
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            1990 E30 325ic (sold for more than I paid for it after 5 Years)
            1995 E30 325e (in progress)
            1987 E30 325is (totaled)
            1990 E30 325i
            1991 E30 318is M50 PWR
            1996 E36 328ic
            1997 Z3
            2006 F150 Super Crew 5.4L 6.5' bed The work horse (need something to drag all these old BMW's home for resurrection.)

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            • 4ce30
              R3VLimited
              • Feb 2006
              • 2762

              #51
              Originally posted by e30325ic
              Looking good, you will be glad you swapped the whole suspension.
              For sheez.... I Just picked up a 5 speed with a Sachs stage II clutch and UUC short throw kit from e30s52, met me half way and gave me a good deal and mobbed up in a dumped e34 on M Parralells! Thanks
              -Brandon
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              • einstein57
                R3V OG
                • Jun 2007
                • 10780

                #52
                service station thats uses fram ftl.
                Your signature picture has been removed since it contained the Photobucket "upgrade your account" image.

                www.gecoils.com
                My euro 316 project Transaction Feedback

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                • 4ce30
                  R3VLimited
                  • Feb 2006
                  • 2762

                  #53
                  Originally posted by einstein57
                  service station thats uses fram ftl.
                  learn to write sucka
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                  • einstein57
                    R3V OG
                    • Jun 2007
                    • 10780

                    #54
                    i prefer numbers. I can't belive i passed the WPE with a 75. Wheaties ftw
                    Your signature picture has been removed since it contained the Photobucket "upgrade your account" image.

                    www.gecoils.com
                    My euro 316 project Transaction Feedback

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                    • SamuraiSam
                      Member
                      • Jul 2007
                      • 43

                      #55
                      Looking good brandon. Like I said anytime you need a hand, give me a call. my body is still in fine working condition.

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                      • 4ce30
                        R3VLimited
                        • Feb 2006
                        • 2762

                        #56
                        Originally posted by SamuraiSam
                        Looking good brandon. Like I said anytime you need a hand, give me a call. my body is still in fine working condition.
                        i'll have to take you up on that offer, i still got a bum shoulder and have been having some trouble getting everything going...il give ya a call
                        -Brandon
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                        • 4ce30
                          R3VLimited
                          • Feb 2006
                          • 2762

                          #57
                          Little more progress...Rear subframe is out, now its time to rip the one from the gold car and assemble the new LSD/Disc rear...
                          Got a shitload of parts in new and used, mostly gaskets, bearings guibo's, ect, ect. Bought a 3.73 LSD with 90k, also bought a flywheel and now im looking for some help as to how i go about getting it shaved/lightened..... anyway on to the pics..










                          -Brandon
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                          • 2002maniac
                            R3V Elite
                            • Feb 2005
                            • 4260

                            #58
                            does BMP still make the RS kit? I couldnt find it on their website. Anyone make a replica?

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                            • T3rd Ferguson
                              No R3VLimiter
                              • Aug 2005
                              • 3076

                              #59
                              I am VERY excited to see this on the road. keep up the good work Brandon
                              1989 Bronzit 325ia- Sold
                              1986 Diamondschwarz Grey Market 325i Sport Mtech 1- Parted out
                              1988 Delphin 327i- Sold
                              1995 Cosmos M3- Current

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                              • oldskool3
                                E30 Addict
                                • Mar 2005
                                • 401

                                #60
                                Can't believe how well this car cleaned up. Looks good
                                Photoshop by O 16581 72452 5

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