straight6pwr Posted September 13, 2017 Author Report Share Posted September 13, 2017 yeah, my tires have super wishy-washy sidewalls, so a bump in pressure definitely improved responsiveness. not sure if 45psi is the right pressure, but i based it on the tires max psi and online research. 11 hours ago, Boris3 said: Chalking the tire shoulders and seeing the wear lines is one easy way to check for rollover and whether you need to adjust pressures up/down. Pyrometers are a step up for measuring heat variation at centers and edges. All sorts of ways to go deep down the rabbit hole with this stuff. At this stage though more fun to just bump up the pressures, go fast and try not to kill too many cones. i saw a couple guys chalking tires and measuring with pyrometers, but as you suggest, I'm resisting the rabbit hole. the only money I want going into this is replacing parts from any extra wear/tear. and maybe tires. and maybe sway bars. I also found out that my tires are pretty garbage for racing, in general. after the last run of the day, I got a re-run due to a timing error, so I was able to do two runs directly back-to-back. the second run the tires felt slippery at the hotter temps. also to note, i have not killed any cones yet, but i do have a few DNFs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m42b32 Posted September 13, 2017 Report Share Posted September 13, 2017 6 minutes ago, straight6pwr said: I'm resisting the rabbit hole. the only money I want going into this is replacing parts from any extra wear/tear. and maybe tires. and maybe sway bars. Sounds like the rabbit hole resisting is going well B C 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
straight6pwr Posted September 13, 2017 Author Report Share Posted September 13, 2017 8 minutes ago, m42b32 said: Sounds like the rabbit hole resisting is going well maybes. really, what it comes down to is that I really don't give a shit about my times against anyone else. i like to best myself by the end of the day, but, then I find that the last few runs I'm just being a hoon because its fun. the car is super fun as it is, so I will keep reminding myself of that. B C, m42b32 and KaiserRolls 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
straight6pwr Posted September 18, 2017 Author Report Share Posted September 18, 2017 first bit of fall. can't wait for the colors to really show. m42b32 and KaiserRolls 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B C Posted September 18, 2017 Report Share Posted September 18, 2017 i'm still green with envy. What a machine PS: lemme pop dat hood Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaiserRolls Posted September 18, 2017 Report Share Posted September 18, 2017 Gosh dang, white is the best color on an e30 P_Roloff 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jdesign Posted September 18, 2017 Report Share Posted September 18, 2017 Looks damn spectacular. Alpine White is the best color. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
straight6pwr Posted September 18, 2017 Author Report Share Posted September 18, 2017 5 hours ago, Snap said: i'm still green with envy. What a machine PS: lemme pop dat hood hood poppage scheduled for after the fall cruise. gotta do heater core/coolant hose/some other things at that point. Jdesign 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
straight6pwr Posted April 9, 2018 Author Report Share Posted April 9, 2018 well, i was going to tackle some of this in the fall before putting the car 'away' for the winter, but i couldnt help myself and just drove the car to the last minute. so, i'll try to tackle this in one weekend (maybe 2) before driving season kicks off in may. the list for april (to be done by may 1): turn my hot air intake into a colder air intake, incl. bimmerworld silicone intake boot and something beer related brake refresh: install new stoptech sport pads, blank rotors, ss brake lines, remote brake fluid reservoir, ate super blue fluid. my brakes are 'meh' at best. i couldn't lock them up in the rain at autocross probably the worst of the 3 e30s i've had. could just be some bad pads on there, but we'll see. replace heater valve, spider hose, and additional coolant hoses. replacing the water pump and thermostat 'while i'm in there' new intake manifold seals, brake booster check valve, and crank case vent lines, clean ICV new valve cover gaskets, oil cap to stop leaks. powdercoating the valve cover and new spark plugs and coil boots 'while im in there' get new tires installed. 205/50r16 BFG G-force sport comp 2 new engine harness cover or wrap 'while i'm in there' reseal dipstick tube to oil pan the list for the rest of the year: find oil level wiring, or add it. find washer fluid pump/sensor wiring, or add it. reconnect washer tank to hood hoses. replace windshield with used OEM glass. wire in electric fan correctly. (connect to run all the time currently) https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/showthread.php?t=210783 permanently mount elec fan with bracket kit. did some small prep today, mostly to get the valve cover off for painting. oops, that's a puddle of oil in there. 5 of 6 were dry another found 'hack'. i suppose this bit of sharp steel plate was used as a lift location. with a teeny 10mm bolt in an aluminum head casting. i removed it because i like my blood to be inside my veins and my s50 head in one piece. mystery harness wires that i need to figure out. picture for self reference. intake side! m42b32 and P_Roloff 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B C Posted April 9, 2018 Report Share Posted April 9, 2018 yeesh, hopefully that lifting point was only used for a head install. Thats a good list though. brake pads are next up on my car after I start driving and remember how scary these ones were the last time I drove it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
straight6pwr Posted April 9, 2018 Author Report Share Posted April 9, 2018 1 hour ago, snap said: yeesh, hopefully that lifting point was only used for a head install. Thats a good list though. brake pads are next up on my car after I start driving and remember how scary these ones were the last time I drove it. for the sake of all that is holy, i hope the guy who put this swap together didnt have the head off. i really should check the brand of pads and try de-glazing them, but the car needs the remote reservoir and the brake lines look original and yada yada yada snowballed P_Roloff and m42b32 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m42b32 Posted April 9, 2018 Report Share Posted April 9, 2018 7 hours ago, straight6pwr said: brake refresh: install new stoptech sport pads, blank rotors, ss brake lines, remote brake fluid reservoir, ate super blue fluid. my brakes are 'meh' at best. i couldn't lock them up in the rain at autocross probably the worst of the 3 e30s i've had. could just be some bad pads on there, but we'll see. Is this for intake clearance? What reservoir are you planning to use? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
straight6pwr Posted April 9, 2018 Author Report Share Posted April 9, 2018 15 minutes ago, m42b32 said: Is this for intake clearance? What reservoir are you planning to use? yes. the stock rubber intake boot is already pressing against the reservoir, which makes me uncomfortable. the bimmerworld silicone boot is a bit bigger. i'll be running the 2002 res, bolted in the spot where the stock engine relays used to be via this adapter. http://n15design.com/product/e30-remote-brake-fluid-reservoir-bracket/?v=7516fd43adaa itll look like this, more or less, when finished. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B C Posted April 9, 2018 Report Share Posted April 9, 2018 If I change booster setups I will probably do the same. Does your booster/do all ix boosters have the standoff circled in yellow? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m42b32 Posted April 9, 2018 Report Share Posted April 9, 2018 10 minutes ago, straight6pwr said: yes. the stock rubber intake boot is already pressing against the reservoir, which makes me uncomfortable. the bimmerworld silicone boot is a bit bigger. i'll be running the 2002 res, bolted in the spot where the stock engine relays used to be via this adapter. http://n15design.com/product/e30-remote-brake-fluid-reservoir-bracket/?v=7516fd43adaa itll look like this, more or less, when finished. Gotcha, that bracket looks like a nice way to mount it! You have an IX booster right? I'm hoping I can get away with the standard reservoir and an e21 booster since it's not as deep as the IX one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaiserRolls Posted April 9, 2018 Report Share Posted April 9, 2018 944 booster and some shaved manifold fins with solid mounts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
straight6pwr Posted April 9, 2018 Author Report Share Posted April 9, 2018 4 hours ago, snap said: If I change booster setups I will probably do the same. Does your booster/do all ix boosters have the standoff circled in yellow? yes, the ix has the standoff bracket in yellow which can be left for a direct bolt on, or removed and the firewall holes slotted. if removed, there is no clearance issues with the intake but you'll have to shorten the pushrod of the booster. i guess technically mine would be fine as is, i just dont like how close it is. 4 hours ago, m42b32 said: Gotcha, that bracket looks like a nice way to mount it! You have an IX booster right? I'm hoping I can get away with the standard reservoir and an e21 booster since it's not as deep as the IX one. yes IX booster. yeah, you'll be fine. m42b32 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
straight6pwr Posted April 9, 2018 Author Report Share Posted April 9, 2018 3 hours ago, KaiserRolls said: 944 booster and some shaved manifold fins with solid mounts not worth my time, but for someone starting their swap, probably the best way to go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
straight6pwr Posted April 13, 2018 Author Report Share Posted April 13, 2018 F* me, $40 to put together the two new plugs for the washer pump and level sensor... anyone have these connectors lying around?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B C Posted April 13, 2018 Report Share Posted April 13, 2018 I will check tonight Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AsparagusMike Posted April 13, 2018 Report Share Posted April 13, 2018 I have all my windshield washer stuff sitting in a box and have no plans of reusing any of it. I have most if not everything on that list, you are welcome to any of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
straight6pwr Posted April 25, 2018 Author Report Share Posted April 25, 2018 On 4/13/2018 at 6:00 PM, AsparagusMike said: I have all my windshield washer stuff sitting in a box and have no plans of reusing any of it. I have most if not everything on that list, you are welcome to any of it. thanks! i'd love to dig through the box and take some stuff. where in the state are you? I get to work on the car today so i organized my piles of boxes last night. i found a blower motor resistor, which i forgot I bought/need to replace. score! i also ended up with two water pump gaskets and two throttle body gaskets, hmm. also, @m42b32, it reminded me that when i bought the aluminum thermostat housing, the internet suggested not trusting the gasket that comes in the box and instead pickup the BMW one (red gasket shown in housing) so hopefully that makes it more fool proof for leaks. also also, "gooooooooooold" Jdesign, Bassboy3313, m42b32 and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jdesign Posted April 25, 2018 Report Share Posted April 25, 2018 There are many things I like in that picture. I cant wait to see it all installed!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B C Posted April 25, 2018 Report Share Posted April 25, 2018 The gold will look great! just another warning that im gonna be all up in your business checking this out at the picnic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m42b32 Posted April 25, 2018 Report Share Posted April 25, 2018 47 minutes ago, straight6pwr said: also, @m42b32, it reminded me that when i bought the aluminum thermostat housing, the internet suggested not trusting the gasket that comes in the box and instead pickup the BMW one (red gasket shown in housing) so hopefully that makes it more fool proof for leaks. It's entirely possible I used their gasket now that you mention it... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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