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Old 09-16-2016, 04:09 PM   #16
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So awesome! I can only imagine how much of a blast it is with the s54!! Thanks for sharing!

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Old 10-24-2016, 03:50 AM   #17
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'Tis a sweet thing to behold Steve. Thanks for putting together such a nice example to inspire us... with garden variety 318ti's
I would like to find a 330 plant to slide into the front of mine!
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Old 10-26-2016, 08:41 PM   #18
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Thanks for all the comments. Just finished my big event of the year and ended up finishing 4th overall out of 72 cars! Very happy as the cars in front were an EVO 8, 2016 Porsche GT3 RS and a very fast WRX. All had very capable drivers, I couldn't have beaten them so I couldn't have asked for a better result.

Ive since changed the rear drive line setup to something that should be bomb proof. Photos to follow.
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Old 10-26-2016, 09:30 PM   #19
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I've been looking for information on what specs where ran for the compact rally cars in Europe. Mostly brake and suspension information, and I suppose differential. Was it a spec class or pretty open? What suspension setting are typically being used. Any links to information would be great. so the stock rear suspension filled the overfenders or did you have to swap something or make changes. Figuring you increased with the width in the front, i assume something had to be done in the rear.
To be honest Im not too sure what specs the Europeans ran. I just saw the car and whet with my own build. Suspension was sorted with the help at a local shop and I ended going with adjustable koni shocks, rebound and bump front and rear. Have just changed my rear springs from 200lb to 250lb as I've added more weight in the rear due to a heavier diff (210mm 4.44). Was also bottoming out so thought heavier springs may help. Would have to double check on front spring rates.

Ive run this car with the idea of not sticking to any particular class. Because of the S54 transplant I'm now in a class with the fast modern 2WD cars where I'm competing against 250,000 USD cars but I'm ok with that. The aim is to beat as many of them as I can but I suppose the real goal is to get a podium in the Targa NZ. That would be awesome.

Not sure what they use for the brakes but I couldn't be happier with my set up. They work great, never had brake fade and there adjustable so I have the ability to change compounds during events and change bias on the go.

Your correct in regards to the rear track having to be wider. Ive had to run 20mm spacers on the rear to push the wheels out. Also run ET15 wheels front (not sure whats standard?) and back so they match with my old mans E30 M3. Wheels are interchangable.

If your interested in a bomb proof rear drive line setup for an E30 or compact give me a PM. It uses the standard arms, Porsche 108 cvs for ease availability, custom axles, a larger wheel bearing, double shear shock mount and on a compact it uses custom hardened hubs. I used this because everything's easy to acquire. Z3 arms are like finding a needle in a haystack and there extremely expensive here in New Zealand. I haven't found or seen anyone online who's been able to make upgraded components to fit into standard rear arms. Kayne Barrie was the man who came up with the idea. He's very good at what he does. Car was unfinished in this photo but you get the idea.



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Old 10-26-2016, 11:14 PM   #20
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what did you do for the brakes exactly?
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Old 10-26-2016, 11:21 PM   #21
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Brake info is on he first page.
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Old 10-26-2016, 11:50 PM   #22
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So i assume you dont run gravel events?
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Old 10-27-2016, 01:04 AM   #23
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Yes, only Tarmac type events.
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Old 10-27-2016, 04:18 AM   #24
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ah, that makes sense. I was curious how you were getting the brakes to fit under a 15" wheel. You're not! A-ha!

So, obligatory question then, any good in car from that last event?
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Old 10-29-2016, 02:15 AM   #25
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Thanks for posting this picture. Your custom diff mount has got the wheels in my head turning. The plan for my Ti Lemons car is to use a 2 eared rear diff cover from a E36 2/4 door. I'm afraid my Ti will suffer the same fate the Z3M with the rear diff tab/mount tearing from the body. I'm also planning on taking out the spare tire well to flatten out the floor for a fuel-cell and make room to run M Roadster dual mufflers.
Thanks again for posting you setup.
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Old 11-01-2016, 12:21 AM   #26
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No good in car videos sorry. It all looks slow anyway as the rally is blind/with out notes.

I haven't heard of the mount tearing away from the body before. Do the ZM3 use the 210mm diff? if so, Its considerably heavier than the other diffs. Maybe this is why? What size are you using? if you use the standard set up with standard or 188mm diff the solid BMW rubber diff mount you should be fine. I only changed mine as the 210mm diff doesn't fit with out removing the cars rear diff mount.
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Old 11-01-2016, 01:45 AM   #27
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Z3M cars are notorious for ripping out the rear subframe attachment for the diff.
They run a 188 stock. There's a guy that actually makes a living fixing them in Florida. I've talk to him about installing his set up on my Ti.
http://www.spcarsplus.com
Eventually I am putting a '97-98 Z3 M52 2.8 with cams for around 220-230 Hp. I think the 188 diff will hold up if we change the oil before every race and add a temp gauge to monitor things. Might even add the Rogue Engineering finned diff cover if needed. My Ti isn't going to be sitting on the ground to worry too much about ground clearance.

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Old 01-02-2017, 07:01 AM   #28
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You say you used E30 axles. In doing that did you use the stock Ti rear wheel bearings and hubs? If anyone knows of a strong alternative to using the M Roadster rear trailing arms I would love some input. Thanks!!
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Old 01-03-2017, 10:32 PM   #29
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Thank you for sharing the car and absolutely sick.

1)Any chance you have any videos of the car?
2)Have you thought about running a 5 speed over the 6 speed? You can save some weight and the transmission is more durable. Just a thought for when you change the rear end.
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I thought the 6-spd was stronger over the ZF 5-spd ? The ZF is definitely light weight.
2)Have you thought about running a 5 speed over the 6 speed? You can save some weight and the transmission is more durable. Just a thought for when you change the rear end.[/QUOTE]
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