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E46 M3
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Andy1GP
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Quick update
Shimms were done and surprisingly they weren't badly out of spec. A whole lot was replaced in the end and the result is pure sweet and smooth and silky quiet idle
Next up will be vanos followed by new BMW LSD FM oil refresh.
I should be able to monitor fuel consumption improvements with each individual improvement being made.
Oh yes and Inspection II to be completed as well. Oil and filters already acquired.
*Edit pics added of shimming
Shimms were done and surprisingly they weren't badly out of spec. A whole lot was replaced in the end and the result is pure sweet and smooth and silky quiet idle
Next up will be vanos followed by new BMW LSD FM oil refresh.
I should be able to monitor fuel consumption improvements with each individual improvement being made.
Oh yes and Inspection II to be completed as well. Oil and filters already acquired.
*Edit pics added of shimming
Crash_Nemesis
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Let me know when you doing the LSD FM oil replace. Would like to do the same to Jez.
Andy1GP
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Following the valve clearances I have been urging to get the car in good shape and enjoying her more for it.
Today I changed the diff oil while im waiting for the outstanding vanos plate seals to arrive.
I was suspecting the old oil to be in an atrocious condition. Funnily it seemed to still be somewhat clear. Although very dark red in colour. Smelling almost like atf.
Anyways I found the last 2 litres of liqui moly full synth 75w140 lsd oil at R550 per liter. As bmw didn't have theirs in stock at present. Thought i would give this stuff a go and give some feedback after a tank or 2 of driving.
There was a diff whine noticeable at highway speeds but only barely. Im hopeful that it will now be cured.
Ive managed to find a complete set of shocks and springs for the car as well and that should give the car even more youth
Vanos still to be done. Hopefully this month.
Today I changed the diff oil while im waiting for the outstanding vanos plate seals to arrive.
I was suspecting the old oil to be in an atrocious condition. Funnily it seemed to still be somewhat clear. Although very dark red in colour. Smelling almost like atf.
Anyways I found the last 2 litres of liqui moly full synth 75w140 lsd oil at R550 per liter. As bmw didn't have theirs in stock at present. Thought i would give this stuff a go and give some feedback after a tank or 2 of driving.
There was a diff whine noticeable at highway speeds but only barely. Im hopeful that it will now be cured.
Ive managed to find a complete set of shocks and springs for the car as well and that should give the car even more youth
Vanos still to be done. Hopefully this month.
Axis price on the this oil is R 545 per L and this is new stock last year it was cheaper :fencelook:
Andy1GP
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It is pricey stuff, but still cheaper than the OE oil.
Here is the spec sheet for anyone interested in reading it.
http://www.liqui-moly.de/liquimoly/produktdb.nsf/id/en_4420.html?OpenDocument&land=DE
Test drive around the neighbourhood with plenty of 360 turns completed.
It's still too early to comment but I'm feeling good things
Here is the spec sheet for anyone interested in reading it.
http://www.liqui-moly.de/liquimoly/produktdb.nsf/id/en_4420.html?OpenDocument&land=DE
Test drive around the neighbourhood with plenty of 360 turns completed.
It's still too early to comment but I'm feeling good things
Andy1GP
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Another update
I managed to get rear springs and all round shocks from another E46M3. The shocks are pretty tired so decided not to use them.
I do however have a complete Z4M suspension which I stripped and measured. The shocks and springs fit on the rear but the springs dont give the correct ride height.
The Z4M shocks work a charm though.
Note the 3 different colour codings on which seem to be identical springs. identical in size but not use.
Removing the old
Oh and my new temporary workshop while I wait for the garage to be renovated.
I managed to get rear springs and all round shocks from another E46M3. The shocks are pretty tired so decided not to use them.
I do however have a complete Z4M suspension which I stripped and measured. The shocks and springs fit on the rear but the springs dont give the correct ride height.
The Z4M shocks work a charm though.
Note the 3 different colour codings on which seem to be identical springs. identical in size but not use.
Removing the old
Oh and my new temporary workshop while I wait for the garage to be renovated.
Andy1GP
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I took the car for a test drive and the back end is so much more predictable and happy. The diff oil worked properly for the first time today since I changed it.
Diff whine is virtually gone and the tail can happily slide once again. I am amazed at how much of a difference the oil actually made.
Ride comfort is at acceptable levels now as well. The low rider feel doesn't do it for me.
Next up front springs and vanos
Diff whine is virtually gone and the tail can happily slide once again. I am amazed at how much of a difference the oil actually made.
Ride comfort is at acceptable levels now as well. The low rider feel doesn't do it for me.
Next up front springs and vanos
Fordkoppie
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Andy1GP said:Oh and my new temporary workshop while I wait for the garage to be renovated.
You know that great things once started in a shed:rollsmile:
