B C Posted August 21, 2016 Report Share Posted August 21, 2016 "The journey to 1000 hp begins with a single manifold removal" DrLeadFoot, Jdesign, straight6pwr and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaiserRolls Posted August 21, 2016 Report Share Posted August 21, 2016 Anytime you need to do something on these motors it's basically "welp, better remove the intake and we'll see from there" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rowleym Posted August 22, 2016 Report Share Posted August 22, 2016 MLS and O rings are used quite frequently in the import world, most domestic guys think you are crazy doing so, but results don't lie. I would have you block decked, and still do the surface prep like you did with the wd40. Going to a larger stud (1/2") is a great idea, especially with the larger 87mm bore you are using, but if a goal of 5-600whp is all you want, I wouldn't waste my time. I would go with a simple MLS gasket and mirror finish on block and head. As far as re using your old rods, I would absolutely do so. They have unlimited life for the most part, and can almost always be fixed. I would be willing to bet you don't even need to get them honed or resized, simply swap out bearings. As far as pistons go, check for skirt wear and make sure your PTW is still in spec, mainly deviation between cylinders. I'm willing to bet they are just fine. Because of the crappy tuning youve had in the past, I would be inclined to hone your block and get new rings, depending on how the bores look. Lastly, because your block and head will be decked/milled, I would look into adjustable cam gears so you can degree your cams in. Pick a head gasket that maintains proper quench of around .035-.050, but don't buy that until your block is back from being decked so you can measure from the top of the piston at TDC. that should be all? Looking great though! DrLeadFoot 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrLeadFoot Posted August 26, 2016 Author Report Share Posted August 26, 2016 Going to take the trans out first before pulling the engine. Trying to be kind to this e30 instead of ripping it out. #H3GON3 I was going to pull the motor but I am going to quit while I'm ahead. I'll get the motor out this weekend. Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rowleym Posted August 26, 2016 Report Share Posted August 26, 2016 very confused why you did that. It should take around 2 hours to pull the engine/trans together. Do you have a load leveler/friend to help? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GunMetalGrey Posted August 26, 2016 Report Share Posted August 26, 2016 2 hours ago, Rowleym said: very confused why you did that. It should take around 2 hours to pull the engine/trans together. Do you have a load leveler/friend to help? I was wondering the same thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B C Posted August 27, 2016 Report Share Posted August 27, 2016 May have a little to do with garage height. I prefer to shark my powertrain out as a unit but definitely requires the right chain/hoist configuration and occasionally some ceiling height. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrLeadFoot Posted August 27, 2016 Author Report Share Posted August 27, 2016 I wanted to see how difficult it was to take out the trans. It took about 1 hour and I was taking my time. Height is an issue as have to have my garage door open to make room for the hoist. Excited to see what is going on in the engine! Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrLeadFoot Posted August 27, 2016 Author Report Share Posted August 27, 2016 All gold! Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrLeadFoot Posted September 1, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 1, 2016 Pic for future reference. Got the motor 99% ready to be pulled. Now I just have to find a place to put it! Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m42b32 Posted September 1, 2016 Report Share Posted September 1, 2016 58 minutes ago, DrLeadFoot said: Now I just have to find a place to put it! I think Snap's got an engine stand for sale B C 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrLeadFoot Posted September 1, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 1, 2016 Now I just have to find a place to put it! I think Snap's got an engine stand for sale Not anymore[emoji12] Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk B C 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B C Posted September 1, 2016 Report Share Posted September 1, 2016 His level of interest peaked and he arrived at my house with some funds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrLeadFoot Posted November 20, 2016 Author Report Share Posted November 20, 2016 All is quiet on the western front. My porch is 70% refurbished doe! Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaiserRolls Posted November 20, 2016 Report Share Posted November 20, 2016 doe! Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk DrLeadFoot 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrLeadFoot Posted December 27, 2016 Author Report Share Posted December 27, 2016 For reference: http://www.crank-scrapers.com/bmw_m50-m54.html Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrLeadFoot Posted January 30, 2017 Author Report Share Posted January 30, 2017 Finally!! The clutch removal was interesting. The dowel with the bolt head, pictured below was finger loose and was backed out about 2 full turns. Some of the others were a little loose but this was the worst one. SKETCH! These allen bolts were loose as well. I will be calling UUC to see what the deal is. There can't be more than 3,000 miles on the clutch. Obligatory owner in the engine bay pic. straight6pwr and B C 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B C Posted January 30, 2017 Report Share Posted January 30, 2017 Use loctite on the pressure plate hardware for sure. The clamping force of that pressure plate,the aluminum flywheel, and dissimilar metals makes for a good recipe for loss of torque. Cant tell you how happy I am to see an update here. It gives me motivation DrLeadFoot 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patsbimmer1 Posted January 30, 2017 Report Share Posted January 30, 2017 If you scroll up from the bottom it's like the engine is going back in! DrLeadFoot, KaiserRolls, Jdesign and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrLeadFoot Posted January 31, 2017 Author Report Share Posted January 31, 2017 If you scroll up from the bottom it's like the engine is going back in! It's just that easy! Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrLeadFoot Posted January 31, 2017 Author Report Share Posted January 31, 2017 Use loctite on the pressure plate hardware for sure. The clamping force of that pressure plate,the aluminum flywheel, and dissimilar metals makes for a good recipe for loss of torque. Cant tell you how happy I am to see an update here. It gives me motivation I'm excited to get it sorted out soon. The goal is to drop the engine to C&S Performance no later than February 15. I'll have them make a torque block and straighten everything out. Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
straight6pwr Posted January 31, 2017 Report Share Posted January 31, 2017 owner in the engine bay because there is no where else for him to stand? nice progress! wasnt m3, m42b32, DrLeadFoot and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jdesign Posted February 1, 2017 Report Share Posted February 1, 2017 Nice!!! DrLeadFoot 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrLeadFoot Posted February 2, 2017 Author Report Share Posted February 2, 2017 Welp... Bank 1 1 out of 3 weren't leaking coolant. Bank 2 3 of 3 were leaking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GunMetalGrey Posted February 2, 2017 Report Share Posted February 2, 2017 Fun! At least it is a very evident issue. Recommendation, use n54 exhaust manifold studs. They have a torx head on the end so you don't have to double nut every stud in. Doesn't really matter now, but just good info to get out there! I'm glad to see you digging into this again! DrLeadFoot and KaiserRolls 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.