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Well after a few months of on and off with working on the old boy, I managed to get a solid week in for the wiring (massive massive task). Basically everything is now controlled through the LCM / ABS and GMIII There are a few things left to do wiring side, - Get the Fuel Sender (E28 side) to talk to the E38 IKE. Cant really find much information on how the fuel level signal is handled on the E38 IKE / CAN / DME - Figure out how to get the Speedo Sensor in the E28 Diff to talk to the ABS Unit for speedo reading. Failing that I will have to bite the bullet and try find the ABS wheel hubs for the E28 and stick in E38 sensors If all goes to plan this week, ill be in a position to fire it up Managed to get the 17" BBS off an E36 installed, they fit. No rubbing on the inner guards or struts etc. Got some roof racks too, they will suit the roof rack system quite well Started fabrication on the air ride struts, just need remove the cars struts or get some second hand ones somewhere for a reasonable price. Once the car is confirmed to be starting (end of the week) then I can get the driveshaft and exhaust fabricated

Trial fit E9X M3 Style 260`s onto my S54 M Coupe Will work quite well will lower profile tyres

It is a bit scary. People mock holden, but really theyre the last to keep true to true sports driving. blimmin GFC & hippies, killing it all. Although if GM developed a new LS motor which was based on modern tech, we probably wouldn't be in the position we are today. death of the big block in something you can buy as OEM. Merc ditched their version of the 6.2 which was popping out 500hp in NA form in favour of turbo. As much as boost is awesome, the true linear torque and sledge hammer of a NA v8 cant ever be beat.

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Hey Guys, it's been a while since I've posted on here but wanted to add my car I've bought mostly for work. It's a 540i m sport e39. Brought it off a guy on TM recently. Has had another engine dropped in... Yes Very promising... But all checks out at Burgers motors. I'll be keen to hear what people think of these as I know there can be a few potential issues with them but this one feels solid. MAF had issues straight away which affected the whole drivability but after I drenched it in CRC MAF cleaner it's come to life. Next on the list is to change the dreadful wheels it came with, new seals and service. I'll post some better pics when I have time but they are rightfully cack. Thanks

And... It looks like Mr Shouty Man is stepping down...

Actually that's a coffee table for a cafe client of mine haha But a pallet roof rack thinky is a brilliant idea ?

Really kills me the image of a Holden in NZ and the fact we only get one LS model. Because otherwise it is a really appealing package. Yes I like heavy metal, black jeans, burnouts and West Auckland, but no one knows if I'm not in a Holden.

as seen on top gear extra this week ep4

I've always treated them as a safety item and look for cost savings elsewhere like coffee addiction for example. Last set of rotors where $1800 by contrast.

yea and if you look at the earlier holden commodores they have a very similar looking beam and trailing arm suspension like the e34.