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[Panici]

Damn, that HVAC rebuild doesn't look like an easy job. But I guess while you're in there, might as well do it right.



https://www.miataturbo.net/build-threads-57/%5Bna%5D-re...

[Panici]

Still using the pedalbox, sunroof panel, front strut housing, and probably a few other bits in my '87 from this car.


http://www.r3vlimited.com/board/showthread.php?t=318526
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[Panici]

I laughed at the homemade nordlocks!
I had the same approach for my oil pump nut on my M52. Can't back off if it's one piece of metal

[Panici]

Some free revs in the video below. Sounds good so far!
https://youtu.be/cqrk1a-kDe4?si=aEuf_y8L4z4ierEY

Video of E30 Turbo T51R Mod
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[Panici]

I wish I had test fit the turbo kit before painting the bay. I could have done a nice job adding clearance with bodywork hammer & dolly.



Thanks, yeah it does look good....

[Panici]

First fireup in two years!:

• Extended fuel return line to drain two year old gas into a 5L jerry can.
  • 6 feet of Gates fuel line costs over $50cad now. 💀
  • Old fuel had Stabil 360 Marine but I didn't

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[Panici]

Good notes. Like the point about the seats, I also find them pretty comfortable, although it's on my list to add a little more foam for lumbar support.

Yeah E30's are pretty capable even...

[Panici]

Wow big update!

Are those rust repairs as good as new metal welded in, No.
Will they be functionally fine for the next 10+ years, Yes most likely.

I would recommend learning...

[Panici]

10 year bump, nice!
Glad to see the E30 still rockin'

[Panici]

Going to need some more pics of the beautiful 2002. Maybe a new thread?...

[Panici]

Nice to be driving it around.
Like David Freibeger says don't get it right, just get it running.

The rest will come with time.

[Panici]

Looking good!
What all needs to be done to the M3?

And do you still have that 2002?

[Panici]

Damn, that looks sharp! Amazing how much more aerodynamic helmets look even compared to 15 years ago....

[Panici]

Chopped up the CBR 125r rear fender this morning.
No fender eliminator kits are made for this gen. I suspect this is because the rear fender is one piece with the rear tail/cargo compartment.....

[Panici]

Took friday off work and got about 3 hours of wrenching in!
Felt good to get back into it.

Trimmed the T4 flange back as much as possible. If I was doing this turbo kit from scratch...

[Panici]

How are your bushings, specifically rear subframe, trailing arm, and differential?

You might be surprised, a new set of OEM rubber bushings could be what you need....

[Panici]

Are you opposed to bottlecaps? Would fit well with the M10 and early model chassis.

14" in 4x100 and they made 15" in 5x120 for the E36 I believe.
Aftermarket has them in...

[Panici]

My concern would be, parked in the sun with a full tank.
Heated/pressurized fuel wouldn't have the expansion tank to flow into, and would instead be pushed into the charcoal canister.
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[Panici]

Zero issues.
Granted I don't park outside in the sun that often, which would be a good test for the system.


Shouldn't need a breather if you hook it up like my writeup. The gas...

[Panici]

Looks like a fantastic car to start with, congratulations!
I'm a sucker for the eS and iS as well.

Subscribed to see how you get on with it!