BrentNZ

Yup, think I’ve got it right 🧐 Pedal setup seems to be fitting together with current mods so far…. Just trying to get the distance between them roughly right. I may install and accelerator fitted then position in the middle if a number doesn’t come back to me.

Hey there, Just adapting my E24 for the Manual conversion... the Manual Brake pedal is no longer available so I'm modifying my Auto pedal. Can someone please measure the distance center to center of there E24/E28 Clutch and Brake pedals? Much appreciated. Brent

Wanting a pair of E28 M5 Rubber or Poly engine mounts ASAP for my project.... let me know before I order a pair from overseas... or if anyone knows where to buy locally?

Car back in shed, removed most of the ABS, master cylinder and items in the way on passenger side, dropped the engine in and onto mounts, its tight everywhere Don't have the manifolds on currently and I know they will be an issue. Will remove again and fit chassis spacers to give more clearance plus maybe some new engine mounts for a bit of extra height. Alternator is pretty much touching chassis so hoping new mounts or a spacer on left side will lift it away.

Have a guy keen on the old M30B35 engine so shifted it into the shed and showed it to him running, deal done. couple of after work nights and have the engine and gearbox removed. Still have the 4hp22 gearbox if anyone wants one. Will do a few more things before putting it back in storage while I keep collecting bits.

Another critical part of the puzzle found this week…. Getrag 420g V8 gearbox complete… purchased a complete car that I will wreck out to recoup some cost… not a M5, but a 540 manual swapped with m5 box.

Hi, I have just brought a e39 that I’m wrecking out for the gearbox, it has a Racing Dynamics kit, pretty subtle and stylish… the car is in transit to me, I should get it in another week. brent

Unfortunately not much progress other than collection of parts.... Large case LSD, Engine mounts and remote Brake Booster. My sons R32 Coupe has taken over the hoist for too long and also picked up another project car so just collecting dust at the moment while I finish off other cars.

What could possibly go wrong I used 255/40R17 as I had a pair off another project.

Upgraded and rebuilt E32 750i brakes calipers with new rotors and pads. XYZ Adjustable suspension fitted along with the 17x8.5/17x10 BBS Reps in Silver with Machined lip fitted. Ride height still yet to be dialed in, very close on front so will look to massage some clearance in the bumper area if needed. Ordered a E32/E34 V8 remote brake booster setup over the weekend which will hopefully solve some of the clearance issues in that area when the engine goes in. Hoist has been busy with other projects so haven't had much time to spend on this one....

Finally managed to secure a later version 635csi with the E28 platform, NZ new. Glovebox full of receipts, no significant visible rust and not in the common areas. Already on axle stands, front struts removed and on there way to Speedfactor to get the Adjustables welded on, new Brake rotors ordered for the E34 540i Rotor with E32 caliper upgrade sorted. I could only order mixed colours of the wheels I wanted to get the right sizes so will drop the 17x10 Rears off to get painted Silver to match fronts. Fingers crossed this will all be back to me before Xmas and I can get it dropped down and looking how I want. (Yes that is the donor M62B46 engine in the back ground :))

They fitted fine, used Nexen 205/45R16 and 215/45R16, think there was some rubbing on the rear but I had Adjustable's so ran it lower at a time. I imported them from one of my regular factories that had them sitting in warehouse, have asked if they have anymore. Will reply here if they do.

Landed some of these recently that I will use for my E24 project, have one set left if someone is keen. 17x10 10/112-120 +15P Gold With Machined Lip (Chrome Rivets) CB 74.1mm Decals are Red with Gold BBS writing. $1600 Delivered. Yes they are reps, I know they are not genuine, Yes they are a big fitment, if they are not for you or someone you know... please don't comment.

Sent PM, I need the subframe kit.

Thanks for the comments :), it needs to be BMW engine in there... agree its not the cheapest/ power option but needs BMW under the hood. So I fluked it this week... picked up a X5 E53 4.6is (M62TUB46, 347hp) from a local wrecker, rego lapsed and didn't want to revin and sold it to a wrecker, I've just purchased the whole car minus wheels and a few other random bits missing. This will be the perfect engine after a bit of maintenance work is completed, allegedly drove fine when dropped to yard, around 250k on the clock apparently so will investigate the engine and perhaps try and find some history if possible.

Hi again, Another engine swap in the making for a E24 635csi, want to put a V8 in, was thinking E39 M62 but do like the few extra HP from the N62B44 or 48, I realize the wiring aspec is a little more complex, will run donor car DME alongside auto and ecu for that. My question, is there anything physically different with the two that would make this more difficult? I'm aware of the, header, steering box issues but thought I read something about the Oil sump pump or perhaps oil? lines at rear of engine? Thanks in advance for your comments/ suggestions. Brent

Is it $600?

Have a M-Tech 1 wheel from E30, not mint... was about to drop to my Upholstery guy for a refurb..

Long time ago I know.... but do you have any available? Would be keen on Two pair. Thanks Brent

Anyone have Front inserts to suit E30 with 45mm housings? Would look at buying complete Left Strut if that was a preference, closer to CHCH the better.

Yeah I thought they would look good. $1100 incl GST for a set delivered. Just silver with Machined lip available.

Hey Andy, Glad to chimed in Just unloaded the container and had some BBS RS Rep's loaded in the following spec's. 16x8 8/100-114.3 +20P 16x9 8/100-114.3 +15P Silver with Machined Lips Thinking 205/45R16 and 225/40R16 but may go 215/45R16. Guards will be Rolled, will run Spacers to get it maxed to outer edge or to match front if need caliper clearance.... this Coupe will have lowering springs, currently H&R but think it needs to go lower... maybe Dobi's. Should I bother with the 225/40R16 or just go 215/45R16? Thanks Brent

Hey Rohan, Did you go with the 16" fitment? curious to know what tyre sizes you managed to find. Brent

Ok, that makes sense... I will do use the canister still or make an alternative.

Getting into another M54B30 conversion, this time into a 88 coupe, it seems there are 3 fuel lines in the engine bay below Brake Booster, I though my 83 had two. Am I correct thinking one is for the filter down the back and will now be redundant, I can use the supply direct into my fuel pressure regulator then into the return line back to tank? Thanks Brent