Above:
Pushing the engine back to ensure we have the proper clearance
for items such as the distributor cap. BMW definitely does not give
much room for this. (06/2006)
Below:
The engine mounts being fabricated. Precise measurements and
time is what it takes to make these perfect. The metal thickness
makes these extra strong. (06/2006)

Above:
The above differential was obtained from a 1986 635CSi. It had surface
rust on it. I obtained a wire brushed and hooked it up to my power drill.
4.5 hrs later, a cleaned up product. The process included removing all the
surface rust, applying a rust converter, and then spray painting the differential
a high temperature black. (06/2006)
Below:
Another shot of the differential. (06/2006)

Above:
S3,46 - One of the most desired ratios to have for this conversion. The
LSD makes for one fun ride while the 3,46 is an ideal ratio without
revving the engine too high on the highway. (06/2006)
Below:
The rust converter applies pink (looks exactly like pepto bismol) and dries
a black. Need about 24 hours to cure and convert any remaining rust
into primer. (06/2006)

Above:
A high temp (1200 degrees) black paint was used for the differential.
(04/2006)
Below:
3 hours of labor were needed to properly fabricate and mount this oil
cooler from a 1988 735i. The cooler from the E30 325i/is was not large
enough for this application. Additionally, it required too much fabrication
of lines. This application is a direct swap. There will be some minimal pipe
bending though. (06/2006)

Above:
Closeup of fabricated bracket one. (06/2006)
Below:
Closeup of fabricated bracket two. This bracket still has to be welded
at the top and needs to be painted a flat black. (06/2006)

Above:
A shot of the oil cooler lines coming up from the front end of the car.
The oil filter housing is not connected yet. Tape is covering the opening
of the water pump so dirt does not get inside. (06/2006)

 

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