BatMansWilly 74 Report post Posted July 6, 2017 6 minutes ago, HaNs said: Xtreme But do I just go buy a s54? s54 is a amazing engine! but i'm sure your just like me. You will buy the s54 and then still want to put the Extreme on it and push it never harder . if you do want a s54 Pm me I know of one that's just been rebuild and the owner no longer wants it. IMO buy the ecu and push your current engine to the limit without buying cams ect then when you are ready for the s54 you will already have the ECU! 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HaNs 226 Report post Posted July 16, 2017 Missed out on a e46 m3 wreck mid week. Went for more than I could justify. Did a 1.22.350 on taupo two yesterday. Still plenty more left in it (well my driving). Got 2 lots of driver training in the next month 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HaNs 226 Report post Posted July 26, 2017 Did Taupo 1 yesterday, doing 1.50.x around it. Need to play with suspension setup a bit more to try and reduce understeer. Will start with firming up the rear more and soften front a bit in regards to damper. Will dig out my last alignment sheet also, probably due for another one. Anyone got any decent starting points for alignment? 180km on track yesterday took its toll on my exhaust. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HaNs 226 Report post Posted July 28, 2017 Added a flexi, centre resonator and new rear exhaust mounts 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HaNs 226 Report post Posted September 26, 2017 Going to test out some cheaper track day tyres as its getting a bit expensive eating R888R's. Dont expect them to light the world on fire but at 1/3 of the cost they will be good for mid week runs 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BM WORLD 1283 Report post Posted September 26, 2017 you considered going to lighter smaller 16" alloys ? , what brakes you running ?? we run 16" semi slicks on bbs 16" by8" very light , makes the car that much quicker out of the corners etc https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/car-parts-accessories/wheels-tyres/tyres/auction-1427363255.htm Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HaNs 226 Report post Posted September 26, 2017 2 minutes ago, BM WORLD said: you considered going to lighter smaller 16" alloys ? , what brakes you running ?? we run 16" semi slicks on bbs 16" by8" very light , makes the car that much quicker out of the corners etc https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/car-parts-accessories/wheels-tyres/tyres/auction-1427363255.htm Ive considered lighter 17" wheels but finding 8 of them for the right price is hard. Standard 328i rotors and Hawk pads, never had an issue with that setup. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eliongater 718 Report post Posted September 26, 2017 What are your thoughts on those tyres? They seem really cheap (on Trademe at least) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HaNs 226 Report post Posted September 26, 2017 14 minutes ago, eliongater said: What are your thoughts on those tyres? They seem really cheap (on Trademe at least) Not sure yet. Testing them next Wednesday at taupo 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HaNs 226 Report post Posted January 16, 2018 Pre xmas track day pics. E46 front arms have gone in and pick up points for front sway bars have been changed since then. Just need to roll guards and do another test day at Taupo to dial it in. Car may be coming up for sale in the near future if anyone is interested. 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
necsis 27 Report post Posted January 16, 2018 Progression of this has been awesome, pls don't sell! 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HaNs 226 Report post Posted July 25, 2018 Good day out on the weekend, 7th fastest out of 37. Also ordered a Haltech 2500 ECU today and have been looking at building a high compression M52b28 with M54 cams or stronger and new pistons in increase compression 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BimmerShaun 10 Report post Posted July 26, 2018 I've got a whole bunch of m52 and m54 parts for sale mate. If you're interested send us a pm. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HaNs 226 Report post Posted July 27, 2018 10 hours ago, BimmerShaun said: I've got a whole bunch of m52 and m54 parts for sale mate. If you're interested send us a pm. Cool! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HaNs 226 Report post Posted September 2, 2018 M52b28 spare engine to build and a zf box acquired to build. Engine comes with a loom so makes it easier to install the haltech out of the car. Also finished my 2wd dyno rebuild. 3 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zero 1162 Report post Posted September 2, 2018 What a great dyno! That must make testing parts/upgrades really handy as you will have actual evidence, not just internet yarns or manufacturer claims. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thorburn 121 Report post Posted September 3, 2018 What's going into the build? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HaNs 226 Report post Posted September 4, 2018 23 hours ago, thorburn said: What's going into the build? Not 100% sure yet. Need to open it up. Goal is a reliable engine that likes to rev without breaking the bank Cams - Cat cams or B30 intake cam Rods Pistons Bearings Solid lifters and port work on head Oil pump Gaskets Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dirtydoogle 383 Report post Posted September 4, 2018 Would like to hear your feedback on the Zestino tyres? Love the build. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HaNs 226 Report post Posted September 4, 2018 29 minutes ago, dirtydoogle said: Would like to hear your feedback on the Zestino tyres? Love the build. They are sitting behind the garage. R888R are great 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dirtydoogle 383 Report post Posted September 4, 2018 I'll stick to my r888r then 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HaNs 226 Report post Posted September 24, 2018 Loom almost done Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
