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  • Gold Wheels, Live And In Stereo

    You know we’re in the midst of a dyno frenzy at Fluid MotorUnion when the blog has back-to-back videos!



    The following video showcases our first project car to hit the front page of a magazine. This is Gold Wheels. What looks like a mild-mannered BMW E38 7-series is a completely different beast once the key is turned. The secret lies under the hood, where Fluid MotorUnion has shoehorned the S62 5.0L V8 motor from an E39 M5.

    In terms of engine modifications, the main power-adders are Fluid MotorUnion custom headers and full exhaust, a FMU custom velocity stack setup and our custom dyno tune. Here’s the full modification list for the whole vehicle:

    -S62 (E39 M5) Engine + Transmission Swap
    -FMU Custom Dyno Tune
    -FMU Custom Headers + Full Exhaust + Electric-Operated Cutouts
    -FMU Custom Velocity Stack Setup
    -Savini Forged SM-4 Wheels + Custom Gold Paint
    -Rotora Big Brake Kit
    -Stätus Racing Front Seats + Harnesses
    -FMU Custom Harness Bar
    -Dynavin Headunit
    -Dangleberries
    -KW Coilovers
    -Upgraded Front Sway Bar
    -Installed Rear Sway Bar
    -Upgraded Transmission Bearings + Gears
    -AC Schnitzer Front Lip
    -Okada Projects Ignition Coils
    -Vacuum Venturi Crankcase System
    -FMU Custom Matte Black Paint
    -E39 M5 M-Sport Rear Differential
    -Powerflex Polyurethane Bushings
    -X5 Rear Ball Joints
    -X5 Trailing Arms
    -FMU Custom Differential Cover + Bracket
    -Upgraded Rear Axles
    -E39 M5 Shock Tower Mounts

    It made 411 hp at the rear wheels, which when translated to crank horsepower in the Dyno Dynamics dyno computer, becomes a smidge more than 500 bhp. That means this big ol’ V8 is putting out 100 horsepower per naturally aspirated liter. Enjoy the video, and Like our Facebook page if you’d like to see more from us! Otherwise, get set for another video tomorrow! What a week.

    [ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6XBiUDVmD_U"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6XBiUDVmD_U[/ame]
    Last edited by FluidMotorUnion; 12-14-2011, 02:02 PM.

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    Originally posted by Oxer
    I'm pretty sure I will molest any exhaust systems you leave lying around

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    simply beautiful to all senses

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    • #3
      Originally posted by Jesus Christ View Post
      simply beautiful to all senses
      So are you.

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      Originally posted by Oxer
      I'm pretty sure I will molest any exhaust systems you leave lying around

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      • #4
        i'm confused, an e39 M5 engine makes almost 100 more than a E46 M3 engine? Shouldn't the M3 engine make close to it since it's newer (it's newer isn't it? I'm not a BMW pro). I mean, I know one is a v8 and ones a I6...are e39 M5's that fast?
        Last edited by HWY HNTR; 12-14-2011, 04:42 PM.
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        • #5
          Originally posted by HWY HNTR View Post
          i'm confused, an e39 M5 engine makes almost 100 more than a E46 M3 engine? Shouldn't the M3 engine make close to it since it's newer (it's newer isn't it? I'm not a BMW pro). I mean, I know one is a v8 and ones a I6...are e39 M5's that fast?
          S62's have 394 bhp from the factory, so that's about ~60 more than the S5 (rated at 333bhp)

          The S65 (E9x M3 motor) makes about 420 bhp.

          And yes, even in stock form, the E39 M5 is damn fast.

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          Originally posted by Oxer
          I'm pretty sure I will molest any exhaust systems you leave lying around

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          • #6
            Fuuuuuuuuuuuuuu
            Originally posted by Jesus Christ
            if "life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness" doesnt include being able to buy a huge veiny motherfucker then the declaration of independence isnt worth the hemp it was written on.
            Originally posted by Jedidiah
            he speaks the truth.. he doesn't even have the -- -- eyes.

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            • #7
              damn I want stacks just for their sound alone.

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              • #8
                ugh, video does no justice. stand next to this beast and have Luci hop in a rev the shit out of it while your standing 1ft from that sidepipe. Talk about blown eardrums
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                • #9
                  god
                  damn
                  Dude... My nissan has like a v8, man.

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                  • #10
                    Originally posted by FluidMotorUnion View Post
                    S62's have 394 bhp from the factory, so that's about ~60 more than the S5 (rated at 333bhp)

                    The S65 (E9x M3 motor) makes about 420 bhp.

                    And yes, even in stock form, the E39 M5 is damn fast.
                    damn that's impressive for a 5 liter. Out of curiosity have you guys ever done this kind of modifications to an e55 motor? (the 210 non supercharged motor, not the w211 supercharged) I know there's always a discussion since they're supposed to be similar.
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                    • #11
                      Floccinaucinihilipilification

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                      • #12
                        When you guys selling this beast lol. I'm in love with this machine!

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                        • #13
                          WOW! That's one helluva demo car!
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                          • #14
                            Gahhhh that sounds amazing.
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                            • #15
                              I would love to hear this screaming round a track, the sound of a V8 accelerating towards the upper ends of it's RPM limit is just the best sound.



                              I could watch this all day.
                              Last edited by nellydragracer; 12-17-2011, 12:40 PM.
                              Originally posted by MommysLittleMonster
                              Internet high five for you.

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