BMW + 427ci 7.0l + full-on build
#23
Hybrid combo
The E36 BMW hatch is loathed by most - and that's fine by me - laden with the best of E30/E36 innate design, better Aero than both, and functional utility greater than any, the chassis just lacks what BMW could have done (M Coupe rear half / M3 front half). Well, I've already created one of those... so time to build Ultimate - my favorite BMW chassis coupled with LS 6.0L base + LS3 base heads... and all proper parts to do it right. That's GOT to equate to a healthy 'tool for the job'.
ill find out soon -
Clean work space
Ready for last effort to ready for start
Sleep for a day.... then...!
ill find out soon -
Clean work space
Ready for last effort to ready for start
Sleep for a day.... then...!
Last edited by MUL8NO1; 09-25-2017 at 11:47 AM. Reason: Needs a pic
#24
Fuel plumbing complete, FiTech wiring now
Fuel lines created, routed etc, power steering lines will get created and installed this week, FiTech wiring plugs getting plugged
Just 1 of 4 under-Manifold vacuum lines needs a lead on it
FiTech sheetmetal intake and gaskets
Intake Manifold on, fuel injectors plugged in
I need extensions for alternator wiring
FiTech sheetmetal intake and gaskets
Intake Manifold on, fuel injectors plugged in
I need extensions for alternator wiring
#25
FiTech Start
FiTech wiring / schematics caused start delay due to Cam sensor wires being pinned wrong. Taking note of what signals go where at my sensor, and working backwards, found pinout issued. Simple de-pin, re-pin.
Then, with no clear markings etc for Coils Harness, i had both banks exactly backwards. Fixed one side, vehicle at least started... that firing-Side header got very warm quickly - other bank 1-4cy header was not... sooooo, Swap 1-4 with 4-1.... and boom fired up.
Tis quite rev happy given I just popped in a few engine details... and it started.
No more starting until coolant tank shows up and I install the radiator (all cooling system), fan, etc... then get to a dyno to break new motor in and time etc Emulate No One
Getting closer
It’s surprising even to me each time I remove cover how this vehicle has come together DIY style... not one ‘pro’ has touched this build
Then, with no clear markings etc for Coils Harness, i had both banks exactly backwards. Fixed one side, vehicle at least started... that firing-Side header got very warm quickly - other bank 1-4cy header was not... sooooo, Swap 1-4 with 4-1.... and boom fired up.
Tis quite rev happy given I just popped in a few engine details... and it started.
No more starting until coolant tank shows up and I install the radiator (all cooling system), fan, etc... then get to a dyno to break new motor in and time etc Emulate No One
Getting closer
It’s surprising even to me each time I remove cover how this vehicle has come together DIY style... not one ‘pro’ has touched this build
#27
Recycle part = BMW homage’
Im happy to see that got noticed - a segment from an old 540i intake kit that I wanted to piece meal together... my ‘goal’ would be that The Dinan sticker throws off people scent just enough for me to pawn the motor off as “just a 4.4L 540i V8”
#32
Car fun... is supposed to be FUN!
The joy of functional utility - my Daughter, 4yrs old at the time (now just 6yrs), has her own fully refreshed BMW Hatch
I know this is LS-centric /Americana type website - I’m reverent of the fact... I served our country - in 2 branches - I earned the privilege to buy a used German car and fix it up - the V8 car will be pulled by my 2017 L5P GMC 3/4 Ton... so hopefully things balance themselves out
#33
I know this is LS-centric /Americana type website - I’m reverent of the fact... I served our country - in 2 branches - I earned the privilege to buy a used German car and fix it up - the V8 car will be pulled by my 2017 L5P GMC 3/4 Ton... so hopefully things balance themselves out[/i]
#34
#35
You nailed it Michael! Cars are only machinery.... obsessed over, loved upon, defended to the death machinery! LOL! Nothing to have to justify or rationalize...
#37
create-every-part-build-causes-stomach issues
Began with a cardboard template to make 3d part.
I have no idea what I’m doing...
This actually looks like something useful!!!
It sure would have been nice to have at least One shop class in my life - regardless, the end result is actually even better than the pics show
3.73 3-clutches, ramped, etc - custom axles, diff hangars tie in with cage, custom brakes, Fikse 3-piece wheels for any street use... blah blah
3 full quarts of Motul instead of 1.5q factory capacity
ive started car 3 times... and am on pause to start again until I install my ‘fancy’ oil cooler, install radiator, locate/install the coolant expansion tank, fresh oil, fresh non-coolant Evans Coolant.
today was add more ‘fancy’ Fluid to diff and finish creating switch panel.
I have no idea what I’m doing...
This actually looks like something useful!!!
It sure would have been nice to have at least One shop class in my life - regardless, the end result is actually even better than the pics show
3.73 3-clutches, ramped, etc - custom axles, diff hangars tie in with cage, custom brakes, Fikse 3-piece wheels for any street use... blah blah
3 full quarts of Motul instead of 1.5q factory capacity
ive started car 3 times... and am on pause to start again until I install my ‘fancy’ oil cooler, install radiator, locate/install the coolant expansion tank, fresh oil, fresh non-coolant Evans Coolant.
today was add more ‘fancy’ Fluid to diff and finish creating switch panel.
#39
higher than...
Derale Oil Cooler
Trans and diff fluid
higher than... the V-bands at the header collectors as well as the RTAB on the front tubular SLR Control Arms...
and that said, once I weight balance the car and all corner heights are set, I will be measuring for the actual “Inch” number - that’s a more appropriate answe for you!
Tomorrow, I’ll get the ‘fancy’ Motul Trans Fluid installed
and will Challenge myself to mount my Metal Expansion tank in a unique location - and find a spot for my Derale Dual-Fan Oul cooler to be Fed by this Lingenfelter Oil Cooler Adapter i installed low on block on driver side, aft.
Trans and diff fluid
and that said, once I weight balance the car and all corner heights are set, I will be measuring for the actual “Inch” number - that’s a more appropriate answe for you!
Tomorrow, I’ll get the ‘fancy’ Motul Trans Fluid installed
and will Challenge myself to mount my Metal Expansion tank in a unique location - and find a spot for my Derale Dual-Fan Oul cooler to be Fed by this Lingenfelter Oil Cooler Adapter i installed low on block on driver side, aft.
#40
Had to laugh -- first thought was "saying it's higher than other important bits is kind of like saying Barbara Bush is better looking than Janet Reno"....
Not so bad for a track rat I 'spose. I can still remember getting cross-ways up on high alligatored curbs at Texas World Speedway infield track and grinding a flat off of the drain plug on the oil pan of my ITC car a few decades ago. Sounded worse inside the car than it turned out being.
Not so bad for a track rat I 'spose. I can still remember getting cross-ways up on high alligatored curbs at Texas World Speedway infield track and grinding a flat off of the drain plug on the oil pan of my ITC car a few decades ago. Sounded worse inside the car than it turned out being.