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Swaps, Turbos, Buildups / Building myself a warmed up M42

« on: July 10, 2018, 05:12:08 PM »

Hello everyone!

My car is high miles (and I have had it for over 12 years) and will need an engine eventually so I want to sort out things like the ITBs and ECU before I rebuild the engine and make sure that those things are running in harmony with the car. My first mods I want to do are HQ Autosport COP conversion (using Bremi coils/new plugs), then K-Data Megasquirt 2 ECU, then possibly a AFM removal, some larger injectors (I think 300cc should be enough for all these mods, including future ones. Have not spec'd the brand out yet), then some DBilas or RHD itbs along with a custom AFM-free airbox. I am leaning toward DBilas for ease of installation, although it seems they are better suited for high revving rather than normal driving due to shorter runner length. Then when I am ready and confident all this stuff is working properly, it'll be engine build time! Mods would include port/polish head, mild sport cams (preferably not regrinds) and a bottom end (have not decided whether to do the 2.1L conversion or not).

I guess my questions are: am I on the right track to keep the car mostly drivable for the street (not my daily, so I can deal with some minor annoyances) and are all these parts good quality? Obviously I'm not after the cheapest option, but I want to keep the original engine.

Thank you!

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For Sale / Re: SOLD:: DASC Downing Atlanta Supercharger

« on: July 06, 2018, 12:33:32 AM »

Are these both sold? I am very interested if you have one available still.

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How-To's / Re: Oil change tutorial!

« on: July 26, 2017, 04:12:04 PM »

Quote from: Froos on July 25, 2017, 03:37:57 PM

Cool vid and very cool E30!

Thank you!

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How-To's / Oil change tutorial!

« on: July 23, 2017, 10:28:24 PM »

Hey everyone, I have started to do garage-related videos and I have started at the most simple, an oil change! I happen to have a 91 318is and a 98 318i which will most likely form the basis for my videos. Check out my video and let me know what you think and if you have some suggestions, thank you!! I have 2 more recorded and I will be releasing them at 8pm on Sundays. Enjoy!

YouTube link

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Member Profiles / The Red Dragon V.3

« on: January 30, 2010, 08:18:58 PM »

Car looks great. I'm always on the 405 passing Mulholland, maybe I'll see that awesome car!

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Member Profiles / jpod999

« on: May 30, 2007, 01:04:01 AM »

I love your car, sometimes I wish I would have chosen a four-door to modify since its so much more of a sleeper than the two door with the rear-spoiler...

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Member Profiles / Europspec

« on: May 26, 2007, 01:05:49 PM »

Quote from: christophbmw;26626

another cool trick for us D.Schwartz guys in california is to paint the number/letters on our plates black with model paint. not a HUGE difference but it does look alot nicer on the car, and it doesent cost much:) .

saw that on a white M coupe. subtle, but very cool.

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Member Profiles / Europspec

« on: May 25, 2007, 07:35:25 PM »

you should cut your rear license plate and make it flush with the bottom of the plate holder. I did it and was very happy with it, even though it took longer than it should have... just make sure you don't cut too much. Car is looking very good! And if you ever decide to part with your exhaust let me know!

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Member Profiles / Stephen V

« on: May 25, 2007, 06:53:42 PM »

Quote from: e9nine;26575

Yeah that sucks.

FWIW all the resonator deletes I have heard that sound fabulous were on inline - 6 and v8 cars.

It's not easy to get a simple inexpensive solution for a good sounding m42 but hopefully others will appreciate such feedback and use it.

Agreed, despite being a part-time mechanic, I can still use the experience I am gaining on this car and I have already learned a huge amount since I bought this car and did all of the work myself.

Quote from: dude8383;26581

Yup, its built right into the system. Comes right after the cat.

Very cool. I look forward to this upgrade on my car! Unless someone can lead me to a reputable maker of resonators... so far I have found some from Moroso and Vibrant Performance. Are these any good?

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Member Profiles / Stephen V

« on: May 25, 2007, 02:46:34 PM »

Quote from: e9nine;26572

Question that applies to the OP and others: why do you guys opt to take out the resonators?

I kept mine and I am satisfied with my magnaflow. As per the "sound" of our cars, have resonator deletes been recommended somewhere and you guys are following only to regret or it's just on a whim?

to be honest I really don't know why I removed my resonator. Maybe because my friend with his M5 did it with no ill effects and I thought I could beat the system... even though his car has twice as many cylinders and has newer exhaust technology. Well, I guess the only way to find out was to remove it myself, so I learned the hard way...

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Member Profiles / Stephen V

« on: May 25, 2007, 01:21:28 PM »

Quote from: dude8383;26560

Very tasteful.

I love it.

Oh and buy the Supersprint. I know exactly where you're coming from man, the raspy-ness drove me insane!

Thanks! I am a fan of high quality stuff so I was really disappointed with the Magnaflow since it looks like a nice piece. I guess I will just collect the cash until I can get a Supersprint...good to hear a supporter coming from the same situation as myself! I have a question though, does it come with a resonator built in?

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Member Profiles / Stephen V

« on: May 25, 2007, 10:59:07 AM »

Quote from: gearheadE30;26544

Wow, love the rims, and everything elase for that matter. Looks like fun.

How do you like the Magnaflow exhaust?

I absolutely hate it, however I think the rasp that it has wouldn't be so bad if I would have left the resonator on. It sounds pretty good if there was no rasp. I am probably just going to save my pennies and buy a Supersprint.

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