Kro e30 convertible MT2

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kro
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Sun Sep 27, 2015 1:26 pm

Test drive :)

Still waiting for new bosch electro-motor. Meanwhile for tests make salon heater shortcut.

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set up "sport drivers setup" winkeye

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Add coolant and bleed system. And make first serious test. Check if all is tighten, not leaking, all stuff works properly before continues assembling - like check control etc.

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Tests show that need corrections with idle speed due more aggressive camshaft.
Do not powder coat exhausts manifolds :mad: They smoke, smells and burns.
But in overall I am happy :D
There video:

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Now continue works with door loom and socket C40x repair and refresh.
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Sun Sep 27, 2015 6:28 pm

door socket repair

old vs repaired

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terminal tools - worth it

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RPM test

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Sun Sep 27, 2015 7:04 pm

The force (illness) is strong with you
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Wed Nov 18, 2015 10:45 pm

update :)

repaired doors sockets
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wiring mess

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keyless

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trunk lighting

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Wed Nov 18, 2015 10:47 pm

some new stuff

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Wed Nov 18, 2015 10:50 pm

little things always play a role

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Wed Nov 18, 2015 10:56 pm

Amazing

Am lost for words

Just amazing

Well done

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Wed Nov 18, 2015 10:57 pm

cruise control cable change

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RTFM

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Dashboard panel wiring
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after

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fuel

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parts of OEM alarm with OBC

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heat/sound insulation

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need replace small box isolation

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Wed Nov 18, 2015 11:08 pm

AC instalation with electronic temerature regulator

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test

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dashboard panel instalation

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when all extras installed - ground terminals fully loaded

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testing, testing ...

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at last i know current temperature in garage

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fully loaded

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Wed Nov 18, 2015 11:09 pm

jimbom30cab wrote:Amazing

Am lost for words

Just amazing

Well done

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Thanks :cool:
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Wed Nov 18, 2015 11:11 pm

test of OBC alarm

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Wed Nov 18, 2015 11:12 pm

power antenna test

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Wed Nov 18, 2015 11:19 pm

engine testing

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problem: idle speed too high and jerking on load
found problem in throttle sensor and tank ventilation valve (throttle body from PFL)
changed to proper throttle body from FL

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after that need clean "new" throttle body

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ready

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Wed Nov 18, 2015 11:26 pm

travel to service station

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exhaust fitment

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oem shield

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back to home

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almost ready for next season :)

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Wed Nov 18, 2015 11:36 pm

again testing :mad:

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some new stuff

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purchased full set of electric roof

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and unexpectedly get latest version (93y) OEM premium sound wiring for convertible !!! :o I'm so happy because it was last thing that missed...

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Wed Nov 18, 2015 11:43 pm

electric roof mounting welded

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and get some ebay stuff

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3 speedometer signal sockets :)
for cruise control, el. roof and premium sound system

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instrument cluster SI battery test

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new one

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little "tuning" - because convertible not officially fitted with this rear mirror

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Wed Nov 18, 2015 11:51 pm

engine wiring hidden
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relay change

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electric antenna interrupt button - if you listen MP3

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tests finished - lets mount all together

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illuminated gear knob

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cruise control ECU mount

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Thu Nov 19, 2015 8:45 pm

Wow, really nice work.
Love the attention to detail... :cool:
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Sun Dec 06, 2015 6:13 pm

Impressive !
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Wed Dec 09, 2015 8:17 pm

Yes... I'm happy. Today received this rare, super look car audio unit.

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Sun Mar 20, 2016 11:18 pm

Prepare for the season. New soft roof. Made in Germany. Quality like OEM.

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Mon Mar 21, 2016 9:46 am

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I need a new one of these instruction things. Where did you get it?

Car is amazing btw.
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Mon Mar 21, 2016 11:15 am

You can order at local BMW dealer for electro-mehanic roof:

25 Operating instructions 1 51142230767
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For manual roof no more available instruction.
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Mon Mar 21, 2016 11:28 am

Serious graft, love how you have even replaced the foam on the vents, dedication right there!! Looks great :thumb:
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Tue Mar 29, 2016 9:51 pm

lock repair: drivers side - new repair kit, passenger side found perfect used lock only need replace cylinder tumblers to fit my orginal key

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Thu Feb 09, 2017 1:07 pm

Hi all,
Topic have not been updated for a long time.
Project is still alive :)

Let's continue a chronological order.

Replacing door sound and dust film.

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Thu Feb 09, 2017 1:08 pm

Windshied washer system retrofit

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Seat heater switch bulb repair - need lot of patience

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Thu Feb 09, 2017 1:37 pm

WOW, this thread is seriously impressive! great work. Im doing the exact same with my front struts and rear end!
Back Again From The Darkside Of Doing E36'S :mad:

Back With 2 E30 Projects :cool:
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Thu Feb 09, 2017 1:44 pm

Audio instalation - let's make it loud but keep all as possible OEM or replacabe any time with OEM components.

chosen components

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First - repair of OEM premium audio wirings as need to run very rare head unit BMW Professional RDS

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Thu Feb 09, 2017 1:45 pm

Modern tehnology addon - Emulates CD changer and supports MP3, USB Flash, iPod, iPhone, Bluetooth etc.

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paired with BT

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Thu Feb 09, 2017 1:45 pm

Make a wire passover for aftermarket amplifier. Old school head is only a hi-pass outputs and we use original wiring at the trunk for signal delivery.

For wire plugs need sacrifice one OEM amplifier

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connected to OEM wiring

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Thu Feb 09, 2017 1:46 pm

front tweeters replacing

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additonal wirings

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