Creaver 55 Report post Posted July 3, 2010 Currently it is still lacking a lot of the trim near the driver/passenger and gearshift so it is much noisier. Where the shifter is it is basically an open hole to the road at the moment (apart from a little rubber boot). There is flywheel chatter below 1500 rpm when under load, this is exascerbated by the fact there is no sound insulation at present. I personally think the flywheel does make a difference, but who knows? Could be a placebo. 1st - 60km 2nd - 100km 3rd - 150km 4th - 200km and I would say 5th 250km (limited) I feel the gear spacings are too big (i'm after a bit more go, others would probably be happy with this). At 100km/h it sits about about 1950-2000rpm in 6th. I reset the OBC fuel consumption and with 60% highway 40% town it's sitting at about 11.5l/100km, which isn't too bad (and that's with a heavy foot ). Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BM WORLD 1283 Report post Posted July 4, 2010 nice:) wish my drive way was that long Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Creaver 55 Report post Posted July 21, 2010 (edited) I've been driving it around for a little under 2000km now, and my gosh. It's a pleasure to drive! Riiiiiiiiight. So I finally got around to tallying up my expenses on the old girl...f**k me i've dropped a fair amount of money into her! It appears I went over what I had 'guesstimated' originally, but in my opinion it's worth it! The below is only for the conversion. 1600 for the box/release arm/shifter linkage 700 total shipping (250 land shipping to port from seller, 200 customs and 250 overseas shipping) 1100 oem clutch kit 300 clutch kit shipping 1100 lightweight flywheel 150 flywheel shipping 30 stainless steel clutchline (got with flywheel as I saw it at the same time haha) 22 for assorted bolts bought throughout the conversion/maintenance 165 driveshaft hanger 60 2x transmission mounts 325 driveshaft lengthen/balance 56 master cylinder 200 pedal box 150ish for z3 shortshift 110 m5 shift surround (thanks Boris, it's awesome ) I already had 2 good condition guibo/driveshaft donuts so reused one of them (they are interchangeable between auto and manual). The clutch/flywheel could have been done much cheaper if i'd gotten it in NZ. However with the issues I was having, I splashed out and just bought them both overseas. Total is about $6200 for conversion Any questions, fire away *edit* - this just occured to me....I could buy 2-3 e30 325i's...but would I....NO! Edited July 21, 2010 by Creaver - STOK3D Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Simon* Report post Posted July 21, 2010 *edit* - this just occured to me....I could buy 2-3 e30 325i's...but would I....NO! Neither would I Well done mate. See you at a track day soon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Creaver 55 Report post Posted July 21, 2010 Taupo Simon? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Simon* Report post Posted July 21, 2010 Almost definitely if it's on Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thorburn 121 Report post Posted July 21, 2010 Why did you lengthen your flywheel? is this just a spacer behind the flywheel? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
e30ftw 410 Report post Posted July 21, 2010 Why did you lengthen your flywheel? is this just a spacer behind the flywheel? I think he meant driveshaft Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Creaver 55 Report post Posted July 21, 2010 Doh. Thanks John, yeah. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Creaver 55 Report post Posted August 25, 2010 Some more goodies arrived today Also did a bit MORE maintenance...replaced leaking PS hose and oil filter housing hose, waterpump, waterpump pulley, ps pump, coolant flush and brake light switch. Should be all go for Hampton Downs this Sat and Taupo week after! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Simon* Report post Posted August 25, 2010 Nice Now don't break it at HD Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
[email protected] 0 Report post Posted August 25, 2010 Awesome. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Creaver 55 Report post Posted August 26, 2010 (edited) If I break it....let's just say a new project would be on the cards with this box and a rebuilt engine or m62 . I figure I bought this car to enjoy it, if I happen to break it while having fun, sure it would be gutting...but that's how it goes Edited August 26, 2010 by Ian 540i6 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Silver Fox 43 Report post Posted August 26, 2010 That's the attitude I like. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
S.Hafsmo 0 Report post Posted August 30, 2010 (edited) Nice work you have done there! I just did the same conversion my self last week, using JB Racing flywheel and Spec clutch (Supercharger plans). But after re-mounting the exhaust I noticed the forward exhaust support/clamps (in front of the cat) didn't fit as they used to mount to the auto trans crossmember. Did you buy new clamps, or have I just overlooked where it's supposed to mount? and by the way, you mentioned you had some noices from the flywheel below 1500rpm, what kind of sound? My 540 makes this hissing/blowing sound which disappears when i pass about 1400rpm, more power=louder noice. Could it be the same noise you are experiencing? Edited August 30, 2010 by S.Hafsmo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Creaver 55 Report post Posted August 30, 2010 Hi Steffen. Yes that is the exact same noise I have. I believe that is the flywheel chatter. I have now installed a shift boot/insulation and the noise is almost inaudible now. For the clamps...I didn't reinstall them. I have 2x mounts rear of where it bolts onto the exhaust manifold and havn't had a problem. If you have anymore questions, fire away. Cheers, Ian Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
S.Hafsmo 0 Report post Posted August 30, 2010 Thanks! Did you use the four plugs in the bottom of the clutch housing? (nr.10 on the picture) though the picture shows one plug, there are four. (and one opening in the middle without a plug) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Creaver 55 Report post Posted August 30, 2010 I didnt know there were meant to be 4 plugs. I will jack it up tomorrow night after work and check it out for you. As far as I know I didn't...but I will look into this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
[email protected] 0 Report post Posted August 30, 2010 That's the attitude I like. It is a very good attitude indeed. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Creaver 55 Report post Posted December 9, 2010 Soooo.... About 1.5months ago I went to Pukekohe Raceway and kissed a wall. The damage is only cosmetic thankfully so the car has still been out and about...it's just a sight for sore eyes. After a bit of snooping around for a replacement bumper - I was lucky enough to find this. Ray had it hidden away for a rainy day (A big thanks to Lance who offered to help me out with a replacement bumper as well! He was following me that day and happened to record my off...I will get him to make the video public so you can all laugh ) A genuine e34 m5 bumper! I was also after a bit more go...so popped in to see Ray again. He happened to have this sitting around too! I currently have a 2.93 LSD and intend to take my LSD centre and put it into this open 3.45 Car should be running with new diff for the 2nd January trackday at Hampton Downs...and the bumper should be all painted and ready to go by mid January! (For those who nominated my car in the awards...thankyou...but you might want to change your vote now after seeing the above pics ) Ian. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
melowpuf 19 Report post Posted December 9, 2010 Hrmmm.. now I seriously need to do something.. I see some additions to the future mods list.. BTW its public now.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Creaver 55 Report post Posted December 9, 2010 (edited) Cheers Lance. Come on mate, if you do what we were talking about last night you won't have any problems! For everyone to enjoy! Also - i'm having trouble trying to find out what car this diff came from! It is a large case 3.45. The numbers stamped on the side say the following 1 211 697.9 1 211 983 And there is a stamp which says 86...I don't know of a car which had a large case open diff in 86? Help? Edited December 9, 2010 by Ian 540i6 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BM WORLD 1283 Report post Posted December 9, 2010 Cheers Lance. Come on mate, if you do what we were talking about last night you won't have any problems! For everyone to enjoy! Also - i'm having trouble trying to find out what car this diff came from! It is a large case 3.45. The numbers stamped on the side say the following 1 211 697.9 1 211 983 And there is a stamp which says 86...I don't know of a car which had a large case open diff in 86? Help? normally from early e34 535i etc and maybe some e32 735i etc Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kiwi535 538 Report post Posted December 9, 2010 e28 535 or M5? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Creaver 55 Report post Posted December 10, 2010 Yeah, I was thinking e28 m5? But it's open so must be a 535 of sorts? Either way, going to test fit it today. When compared with another large case diff out of an e34 it looks identical Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
