motocaddy's e36 vert build

[Clay]

Wtf you got black paint all over my pristine engine stand


Looking good

[edirty6eddie]

Any updates?

[motocaddy]

Any updates?

Yep. Tore the motor down after this last update to find an okay, but very tired motor. There were no obvious defects, but all the bearings and cylinder walls looked very well worn.

I decided to rebuild this motor, so that future power upgrades wouldn't require me pulling the bottom end. Here's where I'm currently at with honed cylinders, new cam bearings, new freeze plugs, cleaning, and a fresh coat of paint. I'm currently looking for some 87-92 pistons to throw in there, as they accept many more cam options than my '86 spec units.



Also, found a steal on a set of wheels on Craigslist and picked those up for spares. 18x9.25/10.25 Simmon from Australia. (didn't notice my dirt bike handlebar was in the way until after I uploaded)

[Clay]

These wheels have 100% offset?

[motocaddy]

These wheels have 100% offset?

I'm not sure how they do it in Australia. For all I know, these are .75 DAMB, which converts to 3/4 dingo ate my baby.

[Evil Panda]

Is one of the wheel lips bent?

[motocaddy]

Is one of the wheel lips bent?

No. Does it look like it in the pic or something?

[Clay]

I'm not sure how they do it in Australia. For all I know, these are .75 DAMB, which converts to 3/4 dingo ate my baby.

Japan four, mate. Japan four.

[Evil Panda]

No. Does it look like it in the pic or something?

Kinda, top left corner in the first 2 pics of the new wheels. Might just be the lighting/ angle.

[Minuki]

Kinda, top left corner in the first 2 pics of the new wheels. Might just be the lighting/ angle.

I thought this as well. Wheels look rad though

[motocaddy]

Kinda, top left corner in the first 2 pics of the new wheels. Might just be the lighting/ angle.

I see it now. I think it just may be iphone camera playing tricks, as I haven't noticed it in person. No big deal if it has a bend, though, as I got these for so cheap.

[gman1227]

looking solid Ben, can't wait for the v8 to go in, missed you at eag last friday

[motocaddy]

one step closer to v8 power!

[motocaddy]

Yesterday I started cleaning up the bay. Power washed it a few times and removed any unneeded plastic pieces, heat shields, sound deadening, studs, and started on the seam sealer. Just need to finish the seam sealer and remove about 8 brackets.

[aLaFleur]

I love you.

Take that anyway you want.