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Originally Posted by UnrulyGrace
can't help it. We didn't talk ball last time you were out, but one less Giants bandwa- I mean fan is a relief.
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Holy tamole, glad I found this thread! BEAUTIFUL E34!
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Mileage - 252,102
Paint correction and ceramic coat results are out of this world!
https://youtu.be/qTmMEXGA18A
Paint correction/Ceramic Coat, recent work by Jason Grace, on Flickr
Paint correction/Ceramic Coat, recent work by Jason Grace, on Flickr
This week I had the rear fenders shaved properly, seems a previous owner did a hack job, but now you'll never know.
Paint correction/Ceramic Coat, recent work by Jason Grace, on Flickr
Ordered some 275/35-18 Michelin Pilot Super Sports for the rear and picked up some 12mm spacers from Motorsport Hardware to match what I have in the front. While at the shop, we took some Independence Day inspired pics...
Paint correction/Ceramic Coat, recent work by Jason Grace, on Flickr
Paint correction/Ceramic Coat, recent work by Jason Grace, on Flickr
Yesterday, dropped the diff for a new gasket and reseal, adjusted the sunroof so the passenger rear corner sits flush now, and replaced the cabin filter.
Paint correction/Ceramic Coat, recent work by Jason Grace, on Flickr
Paint correction/Ceramic Coat, recent work by Jason Grace, on Flickr
Paint correction/Ceramic Coat, recent work by Jason Grace, on Flickr
Paint correction/Ceramic Coat, recent work by Jason Grace, on Flickr
Paint correction/Ceramic Coat, recent work by Jason Grace, on Flickr
Paint correction/Ceramic Coat, recent work by Jason Grace, on Flickr
Today was the first maintenance wash since the paint correction, and the car looks amazing. Planning on cleaning the wheel barrels this weekend, and giving the leather a good cleaning.
Paint correction/Ceramic Coat, recent work by Jason Grace, on Flickr
Paint correction/Ceramic Coat, recent work by Jason Grace, on Flickr
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Where did you have that paint correction and ceramic coat done?
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In the first picture, I recognized that rear PSS tread and got excited. Nice work man, you know you're "almost done" when the next project is deep cleaning the inner wheel barrels
252k miles is an inspiration for this condition, and when you get the rebuild in the bay this will be as good as a new 540i! Goals for me and my unintentional rat rod Touring for sure. You should drive it for comparo next week.
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This car keeps looking better and better! Always excited for an update to the thread.
Gives me hope when I'm out looking for used examples. High mileage gems are out there!
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New tires after properly sending off the old ones.
I went up from a 265 to a 275 with 12mm spacers. Love the fitment!
https://youtu.be/-wQZ-N5rA6E
New tires by Jason Grace, on Flickr
New tires by Jason Grace, on Flickr
New tires by Jason Grace, on Flickr
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I've been working with Red46 Sump Armor to build an E34 V8 specific skid plate, and we are so close to having a market ready product. Great quality, fitment, and service. Its been a pleasure working with them.
Prototype dump armor by Jason Grace, on Flickr
Skid/Big SoCal Euro by Jason Grace, on Flickr
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This past weekend I had the opportunity to be in the Motorsport Hardware booth at Big SoCal Euro. Even with all the rain, there was a great turnout, met some real E34 enthusiasts, and saw some great builds.
Skid/Big SoCal Euro by Jason Grace, on Flickr
Skid/Big SoCal Euro by Jason Grace, on Flickr
Skid/Big SoCal Euro by Jason Grace, on Flickr
Skid/Big SoCal Euro by Jason Grace, on Flickr
Skid/Big SoCal Euro by Jason Grace, on Flickr
Skid/Big SoCal Euro by Jason Grace, on Flickr
Skid/Big SoCal Euro by Jason Grace, on Flickr
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I would undoubtedly put Calypso in MY booth
In for the Dump Armor, or Sump Armor! I'm not as low as you, but I like to go on backroads that have me pinging the undercarriage off of rocks.
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Down for those of those sump guards. That car looks awesome.
95 540i6 M Sport - 95 525it S52/OBD2 - 433k E36 328i5 - X5D that hit a pothole - IG: @justinmurray95
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Still amazed how amazing the car looks. That shine is absolutely killer. Remind me how many miles you have now?
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Thank you, lots of effort in the finish of the car. Just passed 254,000 this weekend.
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Just crossed over 260,000 miles. Since my last update I've teamed up with Newhan Media, and we filmed the pilot episode for Home Grown Style, a web series highlighting unique cars and the owners/builders. You can check it out here - https://youtu.be/n8wbKKlLWwg
Progress by Jason Grace, on Flickr
I've also taken care of a few small maintenance items such as a new idler arm and bushing (the previous Lemforder unit was shot after 25,000 miles), secondary water pump, and heater hoses. Blew a heater hose at my first track event at Streets of Willow, so my day was cut short.
Progress by Jason Grace, on Flickr
Progress by Jason Grace, on Flickr
Progress by Jason Grace, on Flickr
Progress by Jason Grace, on Flickr
Progress by Jason Grace, on Flickr
Progress by Jason Grace, on Flickr
Other than that I've been preparing for a M60B44 swap. I have everything in hand other than clutch/flywheel, and a DUDMD chip for the new motor. Taking my time putting it all together, and planning on swapping the week of Feb 12.
Progress by Jason Grace, on Flickr
Progress by Jason Grace, on Flickr
Progress by Jason Grace, on Flickr
Progress by Jason Grace, on Flickr
Progress by Jason Grace, on Flickr
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Jason, what do you know about the compression/leakdown numbers on your old motor? What is wearing, if you have a list? Or are you just doing this swap for fun and (even more) power?
Just curious, it's rare these days to even see someone rebuilding the bottom end of an M60b40 it seems. But so few actually seem to literally wear out, either..
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'85 Euro 635CSi 5 speed conversion
'87 L7
'93 Euro M5 3.8
'93 740i
'94 850CSi #31
'95 540i Msport 6 speed
'96 M3/4/6 Euro 3.2l
'03 M3 Cab
'12 X5 3.5D Tuned
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It's for power. And there is a reasonable amount to gain.
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Compression numbers are still great, (223, 224, 221, 228, 212, 206, 206, 237) just doing this swap for fun/more power.
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Can. Not. WAIT.
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Love the pics!
You don't rub the front fenders in hard turning, especially at Buttonwillow?
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Enjoyed the vid. Very well done. I'm also excited to see how your build turns out.
IMO E34 M5's and 540i 6spd are special. It's an event to drive these things even today.
This vid was just posted this week. Lame, but still.
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No rubbing at all!
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Cool. Really like the stance with the spacers in the back. Am considering doing spacers all around. What width/offset are the M Pars up front? I have 17x8 et13 BBS wheels with standard 235 on a milder drop (no camber plates), wondering if I can get away with 12mm.
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Thank you! They are 18x8 ET13 up front with 12mm spacers. Perfect fitment IMO.
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My dude! Neither can I. Cant wait for your driving impression before AND after!
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I just have this feeling my car is faster
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