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I forgot to update this, but the car got shipped out to me many weeks ago.
It has largely just sat here so far, but the other day I got tired of trying to start it and decided it was time to try different things.
It started with a "lift" pump for the fuel feed from tank, which is for this specific engine which I found weird.
Didn't really change anything.
After that I started thinking about glow plugs. I have never really known when they should be on, so I decided to leave them on and see what happened.
Well put a stick up my rear and make me talk, the damn thing started immediately after having the plugs on for about 15 seconds and leaving them on during cranking. I shut them off after it started and it missed a bit again so once again I turned them on for 15 or so seconds and everything was ducky.
I have repeated this process a couple times over the past few weeks and it is always working which is cool.
Since the car has arrived back in my possession it no longer makes full boost per a one run test. The turbo screams away but only musters up 5 psi. I need to verify this again, then buy an air compressor I think to be able to check for leaks, though I would think something that is allowing that much air out would be evident!
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On 12/27/2019 at 5:12 PM, Boris3 said:
All good and apologies for the delayed response! I just got back in town a hour ago after being away for many many days at the in-laws. Found a hand delivered "gift wrapped" package leaning against the front door, that survived days outside evading the porch pirates. Very cool surprise inside: E30 wall art.
Thanks Dan!!!!
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On 12/16/2019 at 8:30 AM, SteelBlue said:
Some things that have been sitting in my room. Located in Appleton, drive to Fond du Lac for work. Can ship if need be,
Vilante steering wheel - $80
Put in Calypso car, never driven with.
OMP wheel hub - $50
Same as steering wheel, installed, never used.
Gauge cluster - $80
@ChrisO's cluster from his old M3. Shows ~22X,XXX
Euro Clock - $50
Comes with 6 button OBC harness adapter.
Priced to sell as it's just sitting in my room.
Sell anything else from this lot?
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4 hours ago, SteelBlue said:
Some things that have been sitting in my room. Located in Appleton, drive to Fond du Lac for work. Can ship if need be,
Vilante steering wheel - $80
Put in Calypso car, never driven with.
OMP wheel hub - $50
Same as steering wheel, installed, never used.
Gauge cluster - $80
@ChrisO's cluster from his old M3. Shows ~22X,XXX
Euro Clock - $50
Comes with 6 button OBC harness adapter.
Priced to sell as it's just sitting in my room.
Does the clock account for daylight savings?
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On 4/6/2018 at 8:08 PM, patsbimmer1 said:
This won't be much of a build thread and more of a "look at the silly cosmetic things I bought"
This thread is delivering as expected.
I wasn't creeping too hard, just came here to remind myself what color your car is. -
On 11/15/2019 at 8:00 AM, gilber33 said:
Last night the tracking randomly updated that the package was accepted at the USPS facility. I would love to know if USPS messed up and or if Rev never actually shipped it and sent it off to USPS last night.
I'd be willing to bet it was RevShift lol
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This is nothing new of Revshift, it has been this way since they started. You look up any thread about them and it is the same story.
They always make it to you, just never in a timely manner. -
8 minutes ago, Rekpoint said:
Almost sounds like the EWS system took a shit like the usually do.
Unplug the battery, then reconnect it and see what happens.
Silly science, but I'm assuming anything is better than nothing right now. -
Glad to see no one was damaged in the process!
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10 hours ago, Jdesign said:
but the owner has shifted interest into the CBD world and is no longer pursuing cars
Does the dude chase money or....?
Seems like an odd passion switch.
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6 minutes ago, HipMF said:
Where is that? It looks quite dry.
Quincy, WA
It's right before the western mountains start.
The middle of Washington reminds me of Colorado in terms of soil type
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Center caps on
Really digging the new wheels, and the tires are quiet which is nice.
Next up is some exterior add on's I think!
Fitment turned out very tidy for not having spacers or anything of the sort.
Added some LED interior lights
Added LED reverse lights that are actually bright
And a random scenery shot for fun
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1 hour ago, Jdesign said:
What's up with that Aspen white head gasket machine in the backdrop?
Haha, I give him shit for it all the time.
It's actually a pretty sweet build, sounds like a Honda lol.
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On 9/27/2019 at 5:23 AM, REKIII said:
Very cool. I like where he put the charging port.
Agreed
The hinge mechanism he used / created is a lovely touch that I feel like many would just skip. -
Incomplete photo, but you'll have that from time to time.
Fresh meats, fresh kicks.
Old tires were worn out, and I like the look of 18's over 17's on these cars.
Konig Hypergrams and some Federal Evoluzion's. Should prove to be a fun combo. The wheels alone weigh around 5lb less per corner when compared to the stock wheels.
Centercaps were installed after this photo. Note that the front right corner is a bit lower than normal due to a slight driveway slope.
This certainly isn't my normal style of wheel, but they look pretty good in person.
Slightly blurry sunset picture off of the back of our patio tonight, just because.
- patsbimmer1, Jdesign and P_Roloff
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It's something that isn't commercially available, but would be a fun time to make happen.
I could stare at RealOEM for awhile and probably come up with something.
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Yeah this project was always intriguing, but has certainly caught more of my interest seeing things being modeled!
The shear area on that upper shock mount seems reasonable if you've got good penetration welds on both plates.
I think I saw the knuckles in a picture on a previous page, but are those a standard purchased component?
I've always thought it would be cool to do a ground up build like this, so I really look forward to the continuation of this! -
3 hours ago, straight6pwr said:
Just an update: I called this company to ship a car
They informed me there is no Alex.
Also, they only ship from California - through Denver - to Milwaukee, and also from Texas. But they don't have any trucks from the PNW.
Whatcha need from the PNW?
I've been working with a company to get my car out there, so I may be able to get a car back as well.
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1 hour ago, Jdesign said:
This is how it begins. You can't have aftermarket wheels with stock suspension.
I am impressed how low these cars are from factory, but I cannot confirm nor deny my current browsings of aftermarket spring options.
Funny note, stock suspension out here in WA lasts a long time, the roads are so good! -
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New glass is so awesome to look through!
....and so it begins, project Turtle Farts.
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Was this guy somewhat local to the valley?