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Thread: The car that stole my life

  1. #101
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    Although your build went a completely different direction than I had expected (and had hoped for), I admire your diligence.
    Last edited by Curtis328; 02-18-2013 at 06:05 PM.

  2. #102
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    Man, this car is awesome. I live in Nor cal too! I live vicariously through threads like these because I doubt I'll ever be able to do this to my car. Lol. Everything you did is absolutely great sir. Well done.

  3. #103
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    Quote Originally Posted by thorsHMR View Post
    There's a lot of money here
    Waaaay more time and labor then money my friend

    Quote Originally Posted by Curtis328 View Post
    Although your build went a completely different direction than I had expected (and had hoped for), I admire your diligence.
    Thank you sir. I know my car is not for everyone, as I had a very specific vision for mine. I wanted there to be no-frills, function over form, have an industrial feel with no/little fabric in the interior and as little clutter/gizmos as possible. I can certainly say I achieved that.

    Quote Originally Posted by E36Fanatic5151 View Post
    Man, this car is awesome. I live in Nor cal too! I live vicariously through threads like these because I doubt I'll ever be able to do this to my car. Lol. Everything you did is absolutely great sir. Well done.
    I can't tell you how wrong you are (no offense meant though!). There's sooo much knowledge and many helpful members here. You have the ability to do anything you ever dream of as long as you're dedicated, can plan, and adapt as you go.
    Current_SeeDee 1972 Type 114 Luna 1975 Type 114
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  4. #104
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    Any concerns with the wiring in the interior exposed?

    I'm looking to pull the covers off of mine and possibly revamp where they route.

  5. #105
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    Any concerns with the wiring in the interior exposed?

    I'm looking to pull the covers off of mine and possibly revamp where they route.

  6. #106
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    None the wiring is really exposed. It's actually protected more than in stock form, which just uses that cloth wrap.

    I wrapped all my wiring that isn't hidden behind panels with a silicone self-fusing tape. It's water proof, voltage proof to some crazy number, and very sturdy unless it's slit open by something sharp.
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  7. #107
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    Wish I would have read this while I was in North Carolina working would have been worth seeing

  8. #108
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    I really wanna see brushed black metallic vinyl on E36, do it I think that will be good, your car is unique

  9. #109
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    wow. great thread


  10. #110
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    I can't tell you how wrong you are (no offense meant though!). There's sooo much knowledge and many helpful members here. You have the ability to do anything you ever dream of as long as you're dedicated, can plan, and adapt as you go.[/QUOTE]

    Lol. None taken! Thanks for the inspiring words Mr.!
    Speed has never killed anyone, suddenly becoming stationary… That's what gets you. - Jeremy Clarkson

  11. #111
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    great build man ! hope i get this done to mine !!

  12. #112
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    Made some small final changes to the e36 aluminum door panels (Note speaker placement on fronts, rears have door handle trim glued in place since the rear doors aren't flat like the fronts are) :


    IMG_6046 by Spyke e36/e30, on Flickr


    IMG_6047 by Spyke e36/e30, on Flickr
    Last edited by Spyke; 05-15-2014 at 10:36 AM.
    Current_SeeDee 1972 Type 114 Luna 1975 Type 114
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  13. #113
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    Hey! Walnut Creek is where I bought my E36 from! I am honored! :P Very nice job bro! Mine's my project too! I'm not going that in depth but its still big for me. I can only imagine what yours feels like! She looks amazing!

  14. #114
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    Upgraded my door panel screws to Torx socket caps. Button heads were already starting to strip out. These are so much nicer


    IMG_6065 by Spyke e36/e30, on Flickr

    Also ripped out the interior, hung the wires, and did a whole day of prep for painting on Saturday. This morning I started painting the floor with some black industrial non-slip epoxy paint. Rolled the final coat and it's now just drying, going to look so good inside!!

    (I bought twice as much as I actually needed, if anyone wants to buy the other can. Way better than spray painting the inside of your car which will scuff and flake.)


    IMG_6061 by Spyke e36/e30, on Flickr


    IMG_6060 by Spyke e36/e30, on Flickr
    Current_SeeDee 1972 Type 114 Luna 1975 Type 114
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  15. #115
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    Not my style, but your car looks good. Keep those updates coming.

  16. #116
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    Alright, new Motion Motorsports side mounts are in for the seats, and I have the interior reassembled except for the pass seat and glovebox. Looks smashing, so much better. The whole interior flows sooo nice with the black paint, I love it.

    Also figured while I have the glovebox out, I would do the footwell light mod on both sides up front. I've had the parts for a year and just keep forgetting about doing it. New pics soon!
    Current_SeeDee 1972 Type 114 Luna 1975 Type 114
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  17. #117
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    Where are the pictures!!!! You said soon its been hours

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  18. #118
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    Quote Originally Posted by jeffkniseley View Post
    where are the pictures!!!! You said soon its been hours
    +1 :d
    Speed has never killed anyone, suddenly becoming stationary… That's what gets you. - Jeremy Clarkson

  19. #119
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    Haha, glad some of her followers are anxious! Picked up a new wide angle camera lens, so that took priority. I'm doing the footwell lights Saturday and right after that I promise.
    Current_SeeDee 1972 Type 114 Luna 1975 Type 114
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  20. #120
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    Quote Originally Posted by Spyke View Post
    Haha, glad some of her followers are anxious! Picked up a new wide angle camera lens, so that took priority. I'm doing the footwell lights Saturday and right after that I promise.
    We shall see :|


    I like seeing what people do to there cars. Sometimes wish I would do a post like these. But kinda to late when it's already done. Intake pictures and never post it up.

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  21. #121
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    Rushed pics, it's going to take me a while to adjust to the wide angle lens. Interior is all re-assembled and footwell lights are in and functional. I'll try to take a few when it gets darker.

    e36 aluminum door panels

    IMG_6068 by Spyke e36/e30, on Flickr


    IMG_6072 by Spyke e36/e30, on Flickr


    IMG_6074 by Spyke e36/e30, on Flickr


    IMG_6096 by Spyke e36/e30, on Flickr


    IMG_6100 by Spyke e36/e30, on Flickr


    IMG_6106 by Spyke e36/e30, on Flickr

    - - - Updated - - -

    Night pics! Basically dark, camera makes it look like daylight, pulls light out of nowhere


    IMG_6117 by Spyke e36/e30, on Flickr


    IMG_6120 by Spyke e36/e30, on Flickr


    IMG_6122 by Spyke e36/e30, on Flickr
    Last edited by Spyke; 05-15-2014 at 10:37 AM.
    Current_SeeDee 1972 Type 114 Luna 1975 Type 114
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  22. #122
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    The floor light make the door panels pop. Very nice I like it

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  23. #123
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    i like it for the ease of cleaning

  24. #124
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    Just to cover any questions, the footwell lights were done using all OEM parts, using this DIY:

    http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...ootwell-Lights

    I used 18 gauge wire and T-taps to make it reversable (and avoid chopping stock wiring)
    Current_SeeDee 1972 Type 114 Luna 1975 Type 114
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  25. #125
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    i love this car so much...seriously how many sharpies were sacrificed?

    ^ sold

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