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Evan's E61: Twin Turbo Wagon Build Log
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07-23-2016, 02:00 PM | #68 |
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07-24-2016, 10:50 AM | #69 | |
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Build as a whole? Hmmmmmmmmmm tough one to answer. When I originally got the E61 I lived in an apartment complex and outsourced the coilover and M5 bumper/fender installs but ever since then I have had garage space and did all the work myself so the money I saved on labor was put towards tools and more mods. I have had decent luck getting my hands on good deals and also plucking used M5 parts at the right time so conversions like the 6AT-6MT which end up costing people a few thousand in parts and a few more in labor is only end up being maybe $2,500 total when it is all said and done (that includes $1,500 SMFW and clutch). Full M5 drivetrain conversion is about $1,000. Even with all the deals and all the labor saved I still repair/upgrade/mod EVERYTHING and it does add up, without grabbing a calculator I would guess that I have spent maybe $12,000-$15,000 on the wagon so far. Evan |
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07-24-2016, 08:17 PM | #71 |
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Love this thread. Love your fearlessness and methodical approach to everything. Totally inspiring.
An old saying comes to mind every time I read your threads/posts... 'clean as you go, sign of a pro'. Can't wait to see the motor rebuild, gearbox install and your solution to the brace/mount challenge. Totally rooting for the day you get to run through those gears, bro! |
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07-25-2016, 01:08 PM | #73 |
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This is the coolest thread on e90post. Probs man, you are literally building my dream car.
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08-05-2016, 12:06 PM | #74 |
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While the motor was out I investigated swapping my non-M DSC pump for an E60 M5, nearly everything else on the car is M5 so it made sense. It looks like the M5 DSC has an additional input "accelerator" sensor and I didn't want to bother with integrating that but what I really wanted to do is get the ugly ABS/DSC pump, module, hardl lines, and wiring out of the engine bay
The non-M location behind the passenger headlight is a HUGE eyesore and the M5 location behind the driver wheel liner make a lot more sense is it is location directly below the master cylinder. removing unnecessary runs of lines and improve aesthetics? My kind of mod. After some research it looks like all I would need is the M5 hydraulic lines, the brackets for the pump, and to extend my wiring harness. I will probably create a DIY of the full process for the E6X guys but here are some pics of the process thus far. I am trying to track down the remaining hydro lines I need as I don't feel like paying "new" prices. The brackets are on the way via $31 and eBay, and the wiring harness is complete after purchasing some wiring and spending an annoying amount of time soldering all the connections. OEM location So ugly Draining fluid Overdue Front hard lines removed Old mounts and ugly stuff Grdinging Much better Oem wiring harness Split New conduit Crazy eyes Solder solder solder solder 1/2 done Solder solder solder solder New routing Motor rebuild and assembled. In she go Up next is the 6MT and figuring out how I am going to solve the issue with the rear support. Last edited by ucsbwsr; 08-10-2016 at 08:51 AM.. |
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08-09-2016, 07:53 AM | #75 |
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Looks like some chromoly tubing and a welder are in your future. Just keep the driveline angles in check.
As you said before, there isn't much actual weight on a trans crossmember other than the rotational TQ. This is really "building a car". None of that bolt on nonsense Congrats ! |
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08-09-2016, 02:49 PM | #76 |
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VERY impressive. Probably more detailed and concise than a lot of shops on the market.
Maybe I should have had you work on my E91 N54 swap. You've probably seen it sitting at Strassesport for a long time. Car is no longer there because of that.
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08-09-2016, 09:48 PM | #77 | ||
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------------------------------------------------------ Engine is in, connected, oiled up, and coolant bled. Once my ********* get back from receiving their ceramic coating I can install them with my O2s and give the engine a crank. Long time coming, just under 5 months. Below are some pictorial updates. They may not work in certain browsers or on your phone, I am sorry, Google flipped Picasa in favor for a "better" image storage system that doesn't display on all platforms, if anyone has info on how to resolve this, I am all ears. Thanks Google. Enjoy, Evan Not all the Tredwear decals made it through the incident when my engine blew. Found this in my rear tire. I might just leave it and roast the rear tires so I can upgrade from 275 to 285 now that I don't have to worry about F-R rolling diameters and keeping the AWD system happy. I could use some more meat out back. A 285 on the 19x11 rear should match the stretch of the 245 on the 9.5 up front. Symmetry is beauty. Stay organized "DIY" Serpentine belt installed TB still had some carnage in it After Charge pipe and BOV cleaned up My wagon had an additional heat exchanger for both ATF and coolant. I took it apart to investigate the internals. Ports with green gaskets are for ATF the other (and another port located on the backside of the aluminum part) were for coolant. The bottom coolant port had a spring tensioned valve but it doesn't appear to move and consequently have a thermostat function, not sure what the deal is. To delete the ATF connections I cut off the hardlines. Assembled some hardware to block off the ATF ports ATF function deleted but coolant still flows through the additional (and very small) heat exchanger, cooling is always welcomed. Old ATF cooling lines Decided it was a good time to paint my intercooler so it hides behind my bumper; keep it subtle, keep it classy The rear bracket on my power steering pump is AWD specific and I now have a RWD oil pan so I needed to "make it work." I bored out the hole in the bracket about 5-6mm to the left to compensate for the offset, I them reused an old M10 bolt from a rear axle and used a stainless steel nut as my 10mm spacer. MAcGyver mod. My 10mm spacer VTT turbo outlets and intercooler installed Up pipe, charge pipe, and manifold installed Oil filled, coolant filled and bled; vac tanks and solenoids installed. Last edited by ucsbwsr; 08-10-2016 at 08:59 AM.. |
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08-10-2016, 01:04 PM | #79 |
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I completely understand customization shops get backed up, but it doesn't take THAT long. Ivan is a cool guy and I'm sure you may already know some back story so I'll leave it at that.
Anyways, starting from scratch and things are already moving quite fast. New donor car and motors should be swapped almost. Motor from donor car was almost out within 2 days of arriving. Week 1 is already making major progress. Car should hopefully be running within a month. I actually contacted you on IG about headlights a month or 2 ago. Sorry I haven't emailed you but I wanted to get the actual car running before I did anything else. Where are you located btw?
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08-10-2016, 02:25 PM | #80 |
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The cleanest and meanest build I have ever seen and I thought I could never love a wagon, I'm glad I was wrong.
Keep doin the damn thang my man, this beast is awesome and seXXXy.
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Evan ------------------------------ Mismatched heater hose on my oil catch can... ...now both Vibrant. Intercooler installed Found the M6/M5 ABS/DSC pump brackets I needed on eBay, after a cleaning they look brand new. Unfortunately 1/3 mounting holes did not align, a drill quickly took care of that. Mounted Pump mounted. I am really pleased with how clean it came out. Now all I need are the M5 hard lines and the relocation is complete. The original 335i transmission output flange 1/2" breaker bar with some adapters and a BIG socket Nut off Puller LEFT: M5 RIGHT: 335i Replacing rear output seal Chains, 3/8 extensions, and a breaker bar were my counterhold while torquing to 125lb/ft M5 output flange installed M5 guibo and hardware installed Test fitting and measuring M5 driveshaft Test fitting shift arm Transmission support stuff |
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08-11-2016, 08:53 PM | #82 |
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Man this build really took off, love all the work you are doing man! Im just going to go ahead and say if anything happens to this n54 *knock on wood*, You should just go ahead and slap the v10 in there and make the M5 wagon we all wish we had!
On a side note, what did you use to clean your steering wheel up, I need to find a product to clean my used m3 wheel |
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Things have really picked up once getting the engine rebuilt/refreshed and thankfully, for the mostpart, I have been on top of pre ordering the parts I need so there are no major setbacks, I can just plow forward. No S85 for me, I would only put that in a track car. "Special?" yes. makes a great noise? Yes. BUT... 100 lbs heavier than N54, absolutely no cajones (torque), gas guzzler. I would go insane having to rev an engine out to extract performance in a daily driven vehicle. Quote:
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08-11-2016, 10:50 PM | #85 |
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I'm glad this build is still going strong. You see too many threads were people blow and engine and say they are going to do something big, but end up disappearing off of the forums. Keep up the awesome work, it's inspiring
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-------------------------------------------------- Picked up some intake ducting from an E60 M5. Chances are good the oem unit flows better than the ducting I made out of aluminum flashing so I will run this but probably fabricate a new and improved scoop. The rear portion of the ducting bolts to the chassis in the oem location, nice. My dwnpipes and modded RB heat shield are back from receiving their ceramic coating. Before After The engine bay is looking nice and clean with that DSC pump relocated and the new heat shield. CLEAN! Trans out ...again. Good view of the M5 output flange and guibo. Minor rust removed frank crank flange with a dremel MFactory single mass chromoly flywheel My counter hold as I torque the flywheel ...in the off chance you were wondering about possible damage. Friction disc Spec 3+ clutch New pivot for the throw out fork |
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