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UPDATE 8-06-07 Dyno can be found here
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...d.php?t=803366
After prowling the FI forums for a long time, it feels incredible to finally be amongst you fellow boosted bimmers. I was finally able to get my car running yesterday after a few setbacks (large vacuum leaks) which prevented me from finishing the install sooner. Turned out the traction control housing had a crack in it which is why it couldn't seal well with the throttle body housing. So I ended up just taking it out. I went to RRT today and found that there is still a small vacuum leak from the clip behind the m50 manifold (I'm in the processing of jb welding the clip as we speak) but other than that the car is running perfectly!
The powerband is incredible and it feels like it'll never stop pulling! Marco was right, I already want more boost
Here are a few pictures of the kit and the install. Ever since I purchased it I've had a huge grin on my face and now it's even bigger
AA C38 Kit
Engine Bay Before
Engine Bay After
I'd like to thank Marco for helping me throughout the entire install and convincing me to go with the Active Autowerke C38 Kit and to everyone on this FI board who helped me with various questions I had concerning the install.
I hope to have a dyno by next week and more pictures as well
Last edited by Tochenzo; 08-10-2007 at 01:50 PM.
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do want.
1997 M3 (SOLD) :o 2000 528i Sport (SOLD)
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congrats!!!!
Stef OT
NICE, idk why but i dont have the AA symbol on my pulley? im glad i could help you!
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slow
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The symbol's even on my stg 2 pulley. You have to concentrate really hard to make it out while the engine's running thoughOriginally Posted by GottaLoveAvus
Maybe it's just because your kit was earlier in the production line than ours.
Tochenzo it looks like you were inspired by my old-bed-sheet-on-garage-floor photo shoot style.
Last edited by camshaft; 08-03-2007 at 12:50 AM.
Active Autowerke C38 stage 2 on 95 dakar yellow M3, 30k miles
.080 mls headgasket, ARP headstuds and obd2 valve retainers; Stewart water pump; Dunlop Z1's on staggered CSL's.
387whp, 296wtrq --- girls dig dakar
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I hope you're kidding. Thanks for a positive contribution to the thread..
to the OP, good work.. hope you enjoy it, lets see some numbers / vids
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Marco, is aa going to make a c38 for the m50? Should only take a straight forward chip tune, everything else stays the same.
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Darn I wish you were around earlier to let more of us know these things before we start FI projects. I can't believe a guy puts some work into making his car better, then shares the info with us, and you just respond with that.
Active Autowerke C38 stage 2 on 95 dakar yellow M3, 30k miles
.080 mls headgasket, ARP headstuds and obd2 valve retainers; Stewart water pump; Dunlop Z1's on staggered CSL's.
387whp, 296wtrq --- girls dig dakar
Get out the way!!!
Please put her on the dyno ASAP!After prowling the FI forums for a long time, it feels incredible to finally be amongst you fellow boosted bimmers. I was finally able to get my car running yesterday after a few setbacks (large vacuum leaks) which prevented me from finishing the install sooner. Turned out the traction control housing had a crack in it which is why it couldn't seal well with the throttle body housing. So I ended up just taking it out. I went to RRT today and found that there is still a small vacuum leak from the clip behind the m50 manifold (I'm in the processing of jb welding the clip as we speak) but other than that the car is running perfectly!
The powerband is incredible and it feels like it'll never stop pulling! Marco was right, I already want more boost
2015 bmw 335i Msport Xdrive 6 speed
wat?
leave troll.
Tochenzo- congrats dude. !!
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Congratulations on becoming our newest FI member!
The c was a typo....I know that you meant to type your username as "kook".
Where have I been? Astral projecting.
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Haha I'm already thinking about itcongrats!!!!
Just need to do some preventative stuff...like better brakesand a cooling system overhaul
And yes I was
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for brakes, lines and pads will be fine. Rotors don't hurt either.
But don't feel obligated to buy a BBK, that's not needed. Save your money.
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Congrats dude. Can't wait to see what she makes.
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congrats! hope to see you around. i used to see your car all the time at the best buy in fairlakes
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looks good. cant wait to see some vids.
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i love the responses... its funny cause im one of tochenzos good friends... hence why i made a shitty comment as a JOKE ... so serious
Last edited by kcook; 08-05-2007 at 02:08 PM.
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slow. id smoke you still.
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would like to see in person, please.
-Dave
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Just saw a redirect from bimmerwerkz.
Congratulations! I know you've been focusing on FI for some time now.
Current: 95 M3 Turbo | 08 335i
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Congrats.. looks like you are making good power.
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99 ///M3 vert,
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8.5 LTW flywheel, Ultra smooth cerametallic clutch, AA strut tower brace, AA Gen 3 Exhaust, Chipped, LED's tails, clear corners, clear side markers, Illuminated shifter, DIAMOND Fog Lights, BSW front speakers and tweeters, DICE Ipod adapter
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that's awesome man, the sad thing is i remember when your car was stock =]
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