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....and so it begins, project Turtle Farts.


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4 hours ago, SteelBlue said:

I did not realize this had BBS LM's. Favorite wheel of all time.

Didn't know they made this in 4x100. 17" or 16"?

Thanks! They are 16’s.  I have a set of 17” ACT wheels also that look good, but the BBS’s are my favorite...

BC, ITB’s would be awesome!  Mark did the dyno tuning when the previous owner built the motor.  As it sat before the BBTB, it put down 274hp at the wheels on 93 octane. The ZF320 mates well with the 2.92 rear end too; nice easy revs on the highway with plenty of snap.  

You’ll have to take it for a spin next time we get together!

 

 

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13 minutes ago, timmer said:

 Mark did the dyno tuning when the previous owner built the motor.  As it sat before the BBTB, it put down 274hp at the wheels on 93 octane. The ZF320 mates well with the 2.92 rear end too; nice easy revs on the highway with plenty of snap.  

You’ll have to take it for a spin next time we get together!

 

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  • 5 months later...

Looking forward to the E30 picnic! 


The old girl just got back from the paint shop after  having the rear valance and side skirts fitted.

Valance is DTM. Expense, terrible fit, horrendous finish, but enough sanding, refining, and a good paint job, it turned out pretty good!  I wish there was more options for the diving board cars.

Side skirts are from a Ford Taurus, trimmed and fitted.  Really happy with the outcome, and super easy.

I also fitted a set of Konig Lace wheels I refinished in a gunmetal metallic paint.  No entirely sold on the look, I think I prefer the BBS wheels a bit more

Overall, I think this exactly how I wanted the car to come together...subtle with a touch of attitude.  See ya at the picnic!

-Timmer

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Almost spring update!   Took advantage of the warm weather this weekend and tackled the suspension upgrade...

Fortune Auto coilovers (thanks @KaiserRolls), new control arms, lollipops, poly bushings, and end links.  Should be a huge improvement over the 35 year old suspension bits.  
 

Unfortunately, my original Racing Dynamics strut bar doesn’t fit because the adjustment knob on the coilovers hits the center support.  I’ll put it on the wife’s convertible, and figure out which one to purchase for my car.

Hopefully this weather will continue and I’ll get her on the road soon!

 

- Timmer 


 

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Winter maintenance time!!!

With supply chain issues, product delays, and other blah blah blah, I thought it is best to send the coilovers out for a refresh early to be sure they are ready by spring.

Huge shout-out to Fortune Auto for a quick and thorough refresh!  I sent the coilovers out on November 17 for new seals, oil, and an overall evaluation.

I already got them back and not only did the clean them up and overhaul them, the upgraded the springs to Swift springs, added the newer style  locking adjustment collars, new radial bearings, and replaced all the hardware! 😳😳

At first I wondered if they sent the wrong ones back, but the paint transfer from my red calipers was there, lol


Anyone looking at suspension, I don’t think I can say enough about Fortune auto… I even got a phone call today to make sure they were delivered in good condition and talk about any concerns they found during the overhaul.

Have a great Christmas all!

 

-Tim

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New seats are in!   First impression is good... I really like the driving position and comfort, but I wouldn't want to be any taller with these....It would be hard to fit with a helmet on.

I personally think they look fantastic, definitely fit the period look.  

Would recommend if you're less than six foot tall!

 

- Timmer

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