AbsoluteGary 2 Report post Posted July 31, 2014 (edited) Recently became the proud new owner of a particular brilliantrot e30 e318is (+turbo).When I bought it, the diff was making noise, the clutch was (and still is) slipping due to a cheap replacement, the short shift lever was grinding on the driveshaft and it failed a warrant due to the missing highbeam. I've since fixed (or had fixed) all but the clutch and just on the hunt for a decent road clutch that'll take the power it's putting out. I believe the motor was done by Kayne Barrie (or one of his apprentices) in '03 and has been through a few owners in and around Auckland.Here for the knowledge and the know-how that graces these forums and hopefully attend a few meets. Sorry for the shitty quality I-phone photos. Edited July 31, 2014 by AbsoluteGary Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
qube 3570 Report post Posted July 31, 2014 looks good Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
handgrenade 189 Report post Posted July 31, 2014 welcome! any photos of the engine bay? specs on the engine build? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
_BRS_ 209 Report post Posted July 31, 2014 Welcome! Looking nice mate, been around for a while, owned by a few members. Nothing beats the look of a classic e30 on rs's! 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AbsoluteGary 2 Report post Posted August 1, 2014 From what I've been told the following are some of the main modifications: m42b18 Mosselman log manifold JE Forged pistons + lowered CR Garrett t3 turbo Motec m4 ECU with full electronic engine maps + boost control (Had ICV delete) Quaife LSD Turbo cams Getrag 260 Gearbox Koni gas adjustables with eibach springs Custom intercooler setup with superstealthy low profile intercooler Haven't seen any dyno sheets but supposedly puts out about 300hp at 16psi. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
handgrenade 189 Report post Posted August 1, 2014 Looks like the engine has been well built!! Bring it to the dyno day tomorrow!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AbsoluteGary 2 Report post Posted August 1, 2014 (edited) Where abouts? I'd love to dyno it but it's not gonna be any good with the clutch slipping like an absolute slut under boost. Need to get my hands on a new one, or resurface this one Edited August 1, 2014 by AbsoluteGary Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sonic_attack 89 Report post Posted August 1, 2014 That's a nice wee car. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
handgrenade 189 Report post Posted August 1, 2014 Where abouts? I'd love to dyno it but it's not gonna be any good with the clutch slipping like an absolute slut under boost. Need to get my hands on a new one, or resurface this one http://bimmersport.co.nz/topic/49781-auckland-dyno-day-2nd-august-2014-mcr-automotive/ on the shore tomorrow .. dont have to dyno, but we might get a good showout of members just to watch !! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AbsoluteGary 2 Report post Posted August 1, 2014 Planning on getting my spoiler painted up in the morning, hope to make it early arvo! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KwS 2425 Report post Posted August 1, 2014 looks good, would be interesting to see it on the dyno after the clutch replacement. PLEASE paint that coil bracket! 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AbsoluteGary 2 Report post Posted August 2, 2014 Unfortunately went to leave for the dyno day today and it wouldn't start, even with the aid of a jump. Testing battery later on today but praying it's not the alternator, but does anyone know the best place to go for a replacement alternator if that's the case? Coil bracket might be another good use for that Plasti-dip Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YasthilB 0 Report post Posted August 3, 2014 I followed this on Trademe, stunning car. How did you fair with the battery? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AbsoluteGary 2 Report post Posted August 4, 2014 Still having issues with battery / charging. Repco charged and tested the battery and because it came out fine, won't replace it under warranty. However I find it hard to believe that a battery that went dead overnight when DISCONNECTED from the earth cable is a working battery. I'm getting 13.7volts at idle after fully charging it however that voltage doesn't change at all with increased engine revs so I guess there is the potential that the alternator is on its way out. You had any experience with stuff like this? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Navin 180 Report post Posted August 4, 2014 Did they do a load test at Repco? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yng_750 247 Report post Posted August 5, 2014 13.7 is quite low especially if it doesnt change with revs. try sca for a free battery test. they can test in car which tests the alternator too. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AbsoluteGary 2 Report post Posted August 6, 2014 What do SCA do that tests the alternator? And what do they test for?Battery was definitely knackered and have got a replacement. Charging behaviour hasn't changed however, so waiting anxiously to see if the battery continues to die.Discovered I was reading my Multimeter wrong and my "30ma" draw was actually 300. Fuses 27 and 28 seem to be the culprits for the massive draw so just in the process of trying to locate the cause. Fuse 28 only powers the cigarette lighter and the antenna (which has been removed) so I've just removed that fuse and ignoring it for now. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yng_750 247 Report post Posted August 6, 2014 They will test the battery much like repco did but in car they then start the engine which will test starter motor voltage drop. Then it tests alternator charge voltage while running and prints out a little report. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AbsoluteGary 2 Report post Posted August 7, 2014 Choice will give them a go! cheers Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LouisHull 5 Report post Posted August 13, 2014 awesome car bro, welcome to the forum Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AbsoluteGary 2 Report post Posted August 20, 2014 Cheers man.As an update to my electrical issues: Replaced battery (got it on warranty) Replaced voltage regulator with new aftermarket part Found the circuits causing my parasitic drain And no more starting issues! Getting new s52 clutch put in this weekend which should take care of that issue as well! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
