Dyno'd my E30 the other day...159.6 hp to the wheels

[bmw_e30]

Here are some graphs of my 89' 325i dyno runs.

Got 159.6 hp at 5812 RPM

Got 155.3 lb-ft torque at 5263

[bmw_e30]

Here is my A/F ratio graph

Starts out kinda rich then tapers off when gased and back to rich.

[UD///M]

The A/F graph looks to me like it starts out thin then gets fatter then thins out again. (lean, *near* stoich, lean) I wouldn't say that it is running rich anywhere on that graph. Rich would be around 13.5 and down. IMHO.

[bmw_e30]

You're right, I meant it vice-sersa. It starts out kinda lean, then the ECU tells the car to use more gas and the mixture is just about right, then it goes slightly leaner again at higher RPM's.

[Low Level]

What's that work out to, crank HP?

What mods do you have done?

Have you done anything to the programming/ECU?

Thanks,

[sfhighroller]

Yeah man, tell us what mods you have.

[bmw_e30]

Originally posted by Low Level
What's that work out to, crank HP?

What mods do you have done?

Have you done anything to the programming/ECU?

Thanks,

It works out to almost 190 Crank HP.

160 x .18 ~ 29

160 + 29 = 189 HP

The car is an 89' 325i with 224k.

No-rebuilds, track driven, auto-x, canyon carved, BMW master mechanic maintained and tuned.

Compression came out perfect a few weeks ago when I tested it.

Engine mods are:

JimC chip
CAI
Tri-flow exhaust

It also has a full track ready suspension and some really nice brakes.

Plus its got a 4:10 LSD and a full E30 M3 interior.

[Low Level]

Nice

I really like the sound of your setup --- I would like to ask about a few details, for a similar car.... mind if I drop you an e-mail?

Thanks,

[donchichi]

Hey how much did you get it dyno'd for? I don't live too far from where you got it done. what's the number? 310-7?7- 7123. I am curious to see what my car is running. Thanks

[bmw_e30]

Originally posted by Low Level
Nice

I really like the sound of your setup --- I would like to ask about a few details, for a similar car.... mind if I drop you an e-mail?

Thanks,

Go for it. My email address is adigitalsign@socal.rr.com.

[bmw_e30]

Originally posted by donchichi
Hey how much did you get it dyno'd for? I don't live too far from where you got it done. what's the number? 310-7?7- 7123. I am curious to see what my car is running. Thanks

It cost me 45.00 dollars cash. This was a one day special price through www.s2ki.com (Honda S2000 website).

The place is owned by a guy named Shawn Church. He is the founder of www.vtec.net. One of the largest Honda websites in the world. He is a all around great guy and knows plenty about engines in general.

The number is 310-787-7123

[mybimr]

any idea why the torque results on the dark blue/purple run spiked uncharacteristically from the other runs?

[Coldaccord]

how much did the e30 m3 interior run you? id be interested because the 325i I'm hoping to pick up on friday has leatherette. although it's in great condition, it just doesn't do it for me

[bmw_e30]

Originally posted by Coldaccord
how much did the e30 m3 interior run you? id be interested because the 325i I'm hoping to pick up on friday has leatherette. although it's in great condition, it just doesn't do it for me

I do own a BMW/Mercedes shop.

So my prices are going to be lower than what you would pay.

Mint condition BMW E30 M3 Tan seats (Front and rear): 500.00

I bought them from the president of the BMWCCA LA Chapter.

Almost mint E30 M3 Steering wheel from friends junkyard: 50.00

Brand new leather E30 M3 short Euro knob from dealer : 25.00

Total: 575.00

This was dirt cheap and worth every penny. The seats are the best stock BMW seats in modern BMW's. The steering wheel is almost the perfect size. And the shift knob has just the right feel and size for me.