2quik4u 0 Report post Posted March 21, 2009 Hello all I have a 1997 318 is stock, I would like to know what can i do to make it faster ... it tops out at 120 mph or 200 kph why its like if it had a cut off switch or something in it ? weird .... today I went up against a 2002 ser nissan I had him but then the ser caught me and passed me I was surprised and pissed so now im looking into trying to get my bimmer up to par or shall i say quicker please advise Anthony Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
*Glenn* 855 Report post Posted March 21, 2009 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
*Glenn* 855 Report post Posted March 21, 2009 BTW: Which track was this on ?? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BM WORLD 1286 Report post Posted March 21, 2009 buy a 328i manual or a m3 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Silver Fox 43 Report post Posted March 21, 2009 Another Richard Head? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tibbs.james 1 Report post Posted March 21, 2009 Ok ok , Trolling "An Internet troll, or simply troll in Internet slang, is someone who posts controversial, inflammatory, irrelevant or off-topic messages in an online community, such as an online discussion forum or chat room, with the intention of provoking other users into an emotional response" en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Internet_troll 0/10 If your not trolling, refer to reply number 1. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bravo 35 Report post Posted March 21, 2009 Street racing is not tolerated on Bimersport. If you were on a track, I'd suggest talking to some of the guys you were racing with for a start. Another great resource would be the e30 race series guys on here. If you want some serious answers do some research first, then post back with specific questions. Otherwise, if street racing IS your thing, this site IS NOT for you. BTW, e30 speedos are notoriously wrong at higher speeds. You weren't doing anywhere near 180km/h. Sorry. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Forrest 35 Report post Posted March 21, 2009 Good thread would read again. If you think street racing is mAd YO you should find another forum to post stupid b**sh*t. Be suprised if you hit 120mph in a 150 hp car anywhere on a road in NZ really. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bravo 35 Report post Posted March 21, 2009 150hp's a bit optimistic Nathan. Isn't the is around 130-0dd - ie 320 power but better response and weight distro? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Ari Gold Report post Posted March 21, 2009 (edited) Street racing is not tolerated on Bimersport. If you were on a track, I'd suggest talking to some of the guys you were racing with for a start. Another great resource would be the e30 race series guys on here. If you want some serious answers do some research first, then post back with specific questions. Otherwise, if street racing IS your thing, this site IS NOT for you. BTW, e30 speedos are notoriously wrong at higher speeds. You weren't doing anywhere near 180km/h. Sorry. www.rif.org Edit: The old 318iSA could only get to 180kph with 3 people in the car with luggage for a week away Edited March 21, 2009 by Ari Gold Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bravo 35 Report post Posted March 21, 2009 touche. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andre3000 55 Report post Posted March 21, 2009 (edited) On the topic of the speedos being wrong, If you've got an obc and you want to see how fast your actually going, just reset the av speed button and it usually reads out about 7km (which increases the faster you get) lower than ur speedo. But back OT if you want to go faster. Cheapest mod is weight reduction. I removed the rubber sound insulation and spare tire when i had my old 325 and it felt a hell of alot faster/nimbler (if thats a word). If you wanted performance the 318 model was probably not the wisest choice of vehicle unless the performance you were after was economy? Edited March 21, 2009 by André3000 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bravo 35 Report post Posted March 22, 2009 (edited) On the topic of the speedos being wrong, If you've got an obc and you want to see how fast your actually going, just reset the av speed button and it usually reads out about 7km (which increases the faster you get) lower than ur speedo. I can vouch for that, although mine was mostly and offset in speed - only a very small scale in there as well. Tested with GPS - OBC was pretty much spot on - an adjustment of the speedo later and it's fairly good now. Havn't testing above license-losing speed though, so may still be out up there. Edited March 22, 2009 by bravo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
2quik4u 0 Report post Posted March 22, 2009 Look guys gals etc first of all, I wasn't street racing second of all I was looking for help pertaining to the car topping out or if heir was a restrictor of some sorts on the vehicle it is a man transmission and it's georgeous in every sense of the word 18 '' crome rims etc etc ... just wanted some input and fuel economy was a factor when I purchased it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
e30plz 1 Report post Posted March 22, 2009 BTW, e30 speedos are notoriously wrong at higher speeds. You weren't doing anywhere near 180km/h. Sorry.Huh? The guy said 1997 318iS, Wouldn't that make it an E36..? With an M42..? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
*Glenn* 855 Report post Posted March 22, 2009 Look guys gals etc first of all, I wasn't street racing Enlighten us then... where did all this high speed driving occur then ?? Maybe remove the chrommies... it might go faster... they are heavy wheels Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
2quik4u 0 Report post Posted March 23, 2009 Enlighten us then... where did all this high speed driving occur then ?? Maybe remove the chrommies... it might go faster... they are heavy wheels I am from costa rica we have a high speed track here that is where it happened any ways do the bmw have a cut off switch ? do they top out and then cut off ? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
320guy 0 Report post Posted March 23, 2009 Get one of those electric superchargers and you will be able able to hit 240kph. lolol Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
e30plz 1 Report post Posted March 23, 2009 Yeah those electric superchargers.. Had my 316i hitting 228kph. I'd post up my dyno sheet but, I lost it. 284rwhp on low boost. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
_BRS_ 209 Report post Posted March 23, 2009 (edited) Yeah those electric superchargers.. Had my 316i hitting 228kph. I'd post up my dyno sheet but, I lost it. 284rwhp on low boost. JimmyWhat brand of electric supercharger were you running and where can i buy one? Id definitely be keen just to bolt one on my 320... That will be insane! Id get to 250kph no problem! Also do they make them for '89 GL corollas? could stick one on my sisters auto thing! cheers Edited March 23, 2009 by _BRS_ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
320guy 0 Report post Posted March 23, 2009 The electric superchargers can be pricey, I would suggest an adjustable powerband. http://kalecoauto.com/index.php?main_page=...;products_id=30 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
3 SERIES 93 Report post Posted March 23, 2009 The electric superchargers can be pricey, I would suggest an adjustable powerband. http://kalecoauto.com/index.php?main_page=...;products_id=30 Nah, those adjustable powerbands are still too expensive. Id be going for something like a "Boost Bar" http://kalecoauto.com/index.php?main_page=...;products_id=39 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
_BRS_ 209 Report post Posted March 23, 2009 Cheers for the link. Yeah a bit pricey. If i can flick off my parts car id get an adjustable powerband straight away -B Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andre3000 55 Report post Posted March 23, 2009 The cool thing about those electric superchargers is that they have been proved to override the cut off switch!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
