1989 316i build thread

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Pinchy_Larou
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Tue Mar 29, 2016 7:40 am

So thought it best to do my build thread as I have started to get balls deep into pulling bits apart now.

Story so far.......

I found out there was a turd lurking in a garage that needed shifting so went and had a look. thought it was going to be a state but apart from the dust covering it it looked half decent. So I lumped the battery pack on it flicked the key and everything lit up great, all the electrics worked (even the windows) it cranked over lovely but didn't fire (To be expected). I didn't want to come come across very keen but I was well chuffed inside. Told the guy I would do him a favour and peeled off 300 sheets for him and the deal was done....... winkeye

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The 30 was then put back into hibernation as I had just bought a house and her indoors wouldn't have been too happy. Nearly 12 months after getting the turd the time had come to take it home......."Missus-what are you doing to the garden? Me-errrr just bringing the new project home for abit until it goes up the garage"........

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After a clean off I was very happy with its condition. I was told it has spent a lot of time garaged and to be fair, I can believe it.

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The original idea was to turn it into a drift toy (please dont hate) I have a 13B-REW kicking around and thought they would compliment each other.

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Then I saw the price of these things when standard and that idea was shelved (the dorito lump will get used on something in the future) So then I was left with a choice in direction. Keep it true to its build sheet and fix the 1.6..........or build a nice M20B25 lump and keep the 316i looks. I have decided on the later.

So the hunt was on for a new heart for the turd. That came from a nice chap off here (Lee)

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Engine has been my main focus recently, and I will get to the car later.

So I have had lots of thoughts and read lots of your threads regarding M20 builds and I think I now know which way to go. I did have my heart set on a turbo build but have listened to a few of you on here (You know the e30 better than anyone) Stroker it will be.....I'm also toying with the idea of ITBs, Byrons build looks great!!

Strip down of the lump commences........

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Now on to the head....

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I may need some help/info with regards to grinding out for hemispherical head :D

Some other bits that have kept me occupied.....

E36 compact rear set up / e36 evo front hubs = 5stud conversion and capable of running bolt on coilovers (no cutting and welding to fret about). Also picked up some lemforder e36 evo arms too (Thanks James)

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Well that's about where I am at currently. Thanks to all the other guys who have supplied me bits and given me advice, I appreciate it. Will update when I have more.

Cheers,

Russ
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Tue Mar 29, 2016 7:41 am

Jeeeeesus those pics are massive, will correct later as I haven't got time now :x
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Tue Mar 29, 2016 9:38 am

looking good russ.

but that first pic?? :eek: fucking hell!!!! i thought mine needed a wash 8O

also, try using imageshack for hosting pic's, no need for external links,

keep the updates coming.
if it's got t*ts or wheels it's bound to be trouble...............prove me wrong.
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Tue Mar 29, 2016 10:14 am

steve_k wrote:looking good russ.

but that first pic?? :eek: ******* hell!!!! i thought mine needed a wash 8O

also, try using imageshack for hosting pic's, no need for external links,

keep the updates coming.
Cheers mate,

Arrrrh okay, will have a look into that then!!
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Tue Mar 29, 2016 10:22 am

jealous of the workshop, all i've got is a 10' x 6' shed & the kitchen or drive to work on/in lol.
if it's got t*ts or wheels it's bound to be trouble...............prove me wrong.
getting oral sex off an ugly person is like rock climbing.....don't look down ;)
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Tue Mar 29, 2016 10:41 am

steve_k wrote:jealous of the workshop, all i've got is a 10' x 6' shed & the kitchen or drive to work on/in lol.
Haha, ta mate, bet the kitchen work surface bench goes down well with the good lady..... 8O

TBH, i'd have the house filled with car parts and memorabilia if I had my way........oh to be free, single and without dependants.....those were the days :D
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Tue Mar 29, 2016 11:43 am

Dont matter about the wife she left a while ago & took the kids with her,

The cat keeps trying to get involved when i'm working in the kitchen, but him & his sister still aint learned to pass the tools when I ask lol.
if it's got t*ts or wheels it's bound to be trouble...............prove me wrong.
getting oral sex off an ugly person is like rock climbing.....don't look down ;)
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Tue Mar 29, 2016 11:48 am

steve_k wrote:Dont matter about the wife she left a while ago & took the kids with her,

The cat keeps trying to get involved when i'm working in the kitchen, but him & his sister still aint learned to pass the tools when I ask lol.
Sorry mate, I'll just pull my foot out of my mouth 8O

Haha, now that would be a great trick to see....!!
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Tue Mar 29, 2016 11:59 am

Dont worry about it i dont lol

The big grey tom keeps lying on top of the tools i need to use lol
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getting oral sex off an ugly person is like rock climbing.....don't look down ;)
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Wed Mar 30, 2016 11:00 am

Don't you just love it when you get parcels, especially when the have car parts in......!!

Thanks Jennifer :thumb:

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