[328ti: Project Hatchback] - Page 5

Kilijan · 05-30-2009, 06:34 AM

Whole shafts including the flanges. I used shafts from an e30 325i. The 325 and 325e shafts may be different, but they should be the same overall length from end to end with flanges.

The biggest problem I ran into was getting the diff to line up properly. I eventually got it, but it was a pain. My plan is to cut a hole into the trunk above the two rear bolts so that I can get to them easier. I'm hoping that will allow for faster, easier changes in the future if I want to change ratio's for the track or better mileage.

BMW_Hatchback · 05-30-2009, 06:52 AM

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Originally Posted by spidertri

Yo Ced, when do you think you are going to start the swap? Once you get the trans? You trying to meet up before the surgery begins????

I'll be down that way over the summer so just give me a call if you want some help with anything.

I am planning on starting early July if I can, the trans should be here next week. We should meet up soon let everyone know.

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Whole shafts including the flanges. I used shafts from an e30 325i. The 325 and 325e shafts may be different, but they should be the same overall length from end to end with flanges.

The biggest problem I ran into was getting the diff to line up properly. I eventually got it, but it was a pain. My plan is to cut a hole into the trunk above the two rear bolts so that I can get to them easier. I'm hoping that will allow for faster, easier changes in the future if I want to change ratio's for the track or better mileage.

Alright I see what you mean. Jean H also used the 325 shafts and stuff and his worked out fine, so that seems to be the way to go. The 325i and 325e are pretty decently even, but the shafts are different lengths, which doesn't pose as a immediate thread, I'm just being picky and what everything to match as good as possible. Overall they are pretty even from end to end. If you haven't already, do a write up on the cutout you have in mind for the trunk, and thanks for sharing this valuable information to clear up this confusion.

BMW_Hatchback · 06-12-2009, 07:07 AM

*ZF trans is being shipping tomorrow. After that, its all little stuff and replacement parts to source. I'm going to begin the swap with the LSD swap soon guys. Thanks for staying tuned.

BMW_Hatchback · 06-17-2009, 08:57 PM

so my ZF 5 speed arrived today, man that was a heavy box, 101 LBS. pics coming soon

BMW_Hatchback · 06-17-2009, 10:42 PM

my back is killing me

EuroSpec89 · 06-20-2009, 07:55 AM

M44 for sale?

Shellback · 06-20-2009, 03:04 PM

New 318ti owner subscribed. Thanks for sharing.

trickiekid · 06-20-2009, 05:09 PM

Damn, I am away for just a few months and you go all out, I can;t wait to see the finished product. You know you have to give the MAR guys a ride

BMW_Hatchback · 07-25-2009, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by EuroSpec89

M44 for sale?

IF the price is right, perfectly running. possibly

BMW_Hatchback · 08-09-2009, 08:07 PM

Just got my full exhaust, I may start pretty soon.

spidertri · 08-09-2009, 09:38 PM

It's about time. What exhaust did you get?

BMW_Hatchback · 08-09-2009, 10:05 PM

BMP shorty headers, AA track pipe, 2 inch dual piping for the back. The exhaust that I told you I wanted to get a long time ago. Pics to come.

spidertri · 08-09-2009, 10:47 PM

Awesome man, I'm glad you finally got it! And yeah, pics or ban.

BMW_Hatchback · 08-09-2009, 11:08 PM

BMW_Hatchback · 08-09-2009, 11:26 PM

last thing I need on the list is a clutch setup

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