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Sat Nov 08, 2008 10:16 am

well the Moment I've been waiting for, to finally get my own restoration under way. After about 2 months sitting in my neighbours drive, Neil(320touring) and I moved my Sport up to a unit that my mate owns, where I am going to strip down and rebuild the car. My plans are to strip and rebuild the car myself, the body and trims will be sent off to the body shop, and I will clean, repaint and overhaul all parts before they are refitted. The Target is to have the car finished for Gaydon next year, so fingers crossed we'll see!!:D

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On Thursday afternoon I went up to make a start. I had already previously removed the carpet as there is a water leak and the carpet was getting wet, so that has been dried and sitting in Mum's conservatory!! winkeye (I'm getting constant reminders to move it tho!!:mad: ) Anyway,I'll apologise for the poor pictures, my camera didn't like the lighting for some reason, so I'll get some better ones later. Firstly I removed the rear lights, bumper and boot locking mechanism, spoiler, and all boot trims. Then the Interior was removed, rear windows and I started on removing all of the items from the drivers door. Then I called it a night.

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who ever replaced the Tech 1 spoiler with the Tech 2 item didn't put the material to prevent it rubbing on the boot, as it is almost through to bare metal at one point.

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On Friday I done the Passenger door, started on the sunroof(had to cut all of the sealant out for this, great fun), then started on the front and sills

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The sill weren't as bad as I was expecting, my uncle who replaced the front wing said they were really bad and I should maybe consider selling the car, but I couldn't do that :cool:

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Usual front jacking point...:cry: :cry:
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Bumper off....
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Front valance...
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This must have been replaced at some point as there were two bottom bolts missing and these...

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I might investigate this, see what I can find out...

And that's where I'm up to at the mo, I've still to remove the dash, but I'm going to remove the PAS fluid and coolant so I'll drive her outside for that then I'll get stuck in to the engine bay next week!!:D

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ta ta for now!! :cool:
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Sat Nov 08, 2008 12:34 pm

looks just like mine at the moment, good luck and have lots fun restorating your car. :cool:
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Sat Nov 08, 2008 2:29 pm

Cheers mate, you too!! :cool:
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Sat Nov 08, 2008 2:36 pm

Looks like another good thread mate.

Are you replacing the tech2 spoiler with a tech1 item?
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Sat Nov 08, 2008 2:42 pm

What they said ↑↑↑

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Sat Nov 08, 2008 2:46 pm

Yeah thats the plan, I bought one a while ago for it. Although I'm stll undecided, I may get both painted!? :? :D
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Sat Nov 08, 2008 3:04 pm

Looks a fairly clean shell. Tech one rightness!
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Sat Nov 08, 2008 3:23 pm

good luck dude. what parts are you planning on replacing ?
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Sat Nov 08, 2008 3:24 pm

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That was who supplied my Touring. :D

Nice to see another E30 being restored rather than broken. Another E30Zone hero. :clap:
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Sat Nov 08, 2008 3:43 pm

Excelent stuff and as said, good to see another E30 especialy a tech 1 being saved!

Keep the pics coming!

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Sat Nov 08, 2008 3:43 pm

As said, the start of another great thread I think. The more E30's restored the better.

It looks like a very solid tech 1 shell to start with. Best of luck with it. :thumb:
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Sat Nov 08, 2008 5:35 pm

Good luck with the resto mate. Tech 1 spoiler will finish it off nicely, tech 2 dont have a place on tech 1 sports
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Sat Nov 08, 2008 5:46 pm

Love threads like this,very inspiring :cool:
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Sat Nov 08, 2008 6:15 pm

good luck matey!!!! will looking cracking in the end! :D
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Sat Nov 08, 2008 6:19 pm

BigBavarian wrote:Tech 1 spoiler will finish it off nicely, tech 2 dont have a place on tech 1 sports
MTech2 spoiler on any E30 does exactly what it says on the tin. :roll:
This is why I no longer drive an E30......

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Sat Nov 08, 2008 6:47 pm

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BigBavarian wrote:Tech 1 spoiler will finish it off nicely, tech 2 dont have a place on tech 1 sports
MTech2 spoiler on any E30 does exactly what it says on the tin. :roll:
:td: Although i would say they only suit full tech 2 kitted saloons.
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bss325i wrote:
StuBeeDoo wrote:
BigBavarian wrote:Tech 1 spoiler will finish it off nicely, tech 2 dont have a place on tech 1 sports
MTech2 spoiler on any E30 does exactly what it says on the tin. :roll:
:td: Although i would say they only suit full tech 2 kitted saloons.
Tech 2 spoilers on tech 2 sports, tech 1 spoilers for tech 1 sports its how it was made to be! But its all about personal preference
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Sat Nov 08, 2008 10:06 pm

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Sun Nov 09, 2008 2:48 am

That will be cracking when its done. I really like the tech 1's and wish i had mine back.
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Sun Nov 09, 2008 5:02 pm

Good on you sir!
Great to see another being restored 8)
Plenty of pics please :D
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Sun Nov 09, 2008 5:41 pm

bss325i wrote:Excelent stuff and as said, good to see another E30 especialy a tech 1 being saved!

Keep the pics coming!

P.s, are the BK's staying?
I was waiting for you to say that Barry :D

No they will be getting changed eventually as I don't want to chance the 17s hitting the front arches when done. Not sure what to tho. :? Like BBS Rs, but a bit pricey, also involves a 5 stud conversion, also like the Hartge classics but not sure If they'd suit.....but that dilemma is for later.

Thanks for the comments guys, I couldn't sell her let alone break her. :cool:

As for the spoiler, as most are saying it will probably be the original Tech 1 item, I'll take it up to the garage with me tomorrow and take a few pics, we'll see. :D
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StuBeeDoo wrote:
ricey46 wrote:Image
That was who supplied my Touring. :D

Nice to see another E30 being restored rather than broken. Another E30Zone hero. :clap:
Do you have any idea if they'd keep records of previously repaired cars?? IF so what's their number and I'll see if they know what damage was done back in 1991.
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Has to be the tech1 spoiler. It suits the early cars perfectly and even looks great on the later cars.

You dont need a 5 lug conversion to fit RS's.

I think a set of Hartge's would look great 8)
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BMW records went computerised in around 94, so if it's been serviced or had a body repair at bmw. Their will be a record of it. You've just got to find the dealer who did it if they are still going!

I've had a 4 stud set of 15inch BBS RS. They were so sexual wish i hadn't sold them tbh they are £££ for a nice set but they are worth it!
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Sun Nov 09, 2008 5:58 pm

I am liking your work..

Get rid of the reps and she will be a beauty! Nice to see some e30's starting to be saved!! Esp Tech 1's

Will be keeping an eye on the progress
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Tech 1s rock! :cool:
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Sun Nov 09, 2008 6:15 pm

looking good bud always good to see a tech1 being saved ill be starting mine soon aswell just need to get my feet cleared with the other scrap i have lying around so i can get into it..

i would say go with the hartge wheels as they look good on the tech 1 but i could be biast

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Sun Nov 09, 2008 6:17 pm

Simon13 wrote:BMW records went computerised in around 94, so if it's been serviced or had a body repair at bmw. Their will be a record of it. You've just got to find the dealer who did it if they are still going!

I've had a 4 stud set of 15inch BBS RS. They were so sexual wish i hadn't sold them tbh they are £££ for a nice set but they are worth it!
Ah niec one, well it says Wallaston on my key fob I got with the car but if that David Richards is a dealer I may phone them see what they have to say,
StuBeeDoo do you have a number for them??

So you can get 4 stud BBS RS?? winkeye I think I better get saving....
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I'm going up to help remove the screens tonight with a lumphammer :cool:

looking good Paul!

All we need to do is get the lump out and then i'll have more complete cars than you :D
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Got a bit more done last night, removed the other front wing and sill, and the sills aren't that bed at all, might not need to get both sides done!! winkeye Will post some pics later. Also removed the sunroof assembly and front and rear screens with Neil's help but with out a lumphammer!!lol

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The removed the headlining and the foam from behind it and then cringed at the sign of rust.... :cry:

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But not to worry thats getting replaced, I just hope the roof skin is ok behind it...:cry:


Then Neil and I proceeded to remove the dash....

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So now I can get to the heater box and start to do a bit to the wiring loom after labeling it all up. Oh and if anyone knows of anyone selling Air Con then can you let me know as I'm on the look out for a kit. 8)

Getting there!! :D
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Tue Nov 11, 2008 4:22 pm

Well done, good work. Seing that sunroof tray remindes me of what mine was like. Did your interior get wet? The roof skin will probably be fine looking at that.

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Yip, I noticed it shortly after I bought the car about two years ago, so I sealed it up. Hopefully it's fine tho.
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Tue Nov 11, 2008 7:48 pm

not too bad for a manky old tech 1 eh Paul :lol:

roof skin looks salvageable, youve caught it just in time by the looks of it. Dont think sills are too expensive from the dealers so dont worry too much if they both need replacing, youve come this far so dont spoil the finish by skimping on the minor things.

Oh and Tech 1 spoilers only for a Tech 1 sport, thats just the way it is :D
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beardymat wrote:not too bad for a manky old tech 1 eh Paul :lol:

roof skin looks salvageable, youve caught it just in time by the looks of it. Dont think sills are too expensive from the dealers so dont worry too much if they both need replacing, youve come this far so dont spoil the finish by skimping on the minor things.

Oh and Tech 1 spoilers only for a Tech 1 sport, thats just the way it is :D
It won't be manky for long will it!? winkeye

If you think it needs sills then they'll get done, I want as good a finish as possible. 8)

I'm going to nip up tot the garage in a mo and get some better pictures with a proper camera, not my phone this timel.
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Thu Nov 13, 2008 12:51 pm

Matt- it actually looks to be not too bad an old tub..

mind u, aint seen the bulkhead yet 8O
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