• A spectacular E30 M3 turbo S14 build by member DCR

                    
      		   
      Published on 12-14-2010 10:04 PM
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      If you are a BMW enthusiast, even in the slightest, you will appreciate a quality build like this. DCR's E30 M3 is simply one of the cleanest and best built custom turbo examples we have ever seen. The compression of the 2.5 liter motor was dropped to 8.1:1 and at just 9 psi it put down 265 whp. Impressive? Oh yes, and just take a look at that engine bay. Click read more to see the mod list and make sure you scroll down for the entire build history!

      2.5 Litre S14 Blue Printed Motor
      2.5 Litre 87mm Crank
      95mm JE Custom made ceramic coated forged alloy pistons. 8.1:1 CR
      Pure Performance Factory - Verdi 'H' profile custom made Rods
      Cometic MLS Head Gasket
      EVO III Oil Pump
      SETRAB Oil Cooler
      Head Ported and Polished
      EVO III Valve Springs
      Re-seated Valves
      248/248 Cams
      VAC Motorsport Crank Sensor
      VAC Motorsport Cam Sensor
      ARP Head Studs
      Aeroquip Hoses and Fittings
      Custom Made Ceramic Coated Turbo Manifold and Dump Pipe
      Custom Made Stainless Steel Exhaust
      Garrett GT3076R 82 A/R Turbocharger
      Tial 44mm Wastegate
      Turbosmart Plumb Back BOV
      BMW Motorsport Fuel Pump
      Aeromotive Adjustable Fuel Pressure Regulator
      Custom Made Surge Tank
      Bosch 550cc Injectors
      500x300x73 Alloy Intercooler
      PWR Custom Radiator and Spal Thermo Fan
      Samco Hoses
      Turner Motorsport Sump Baffle
      Autronic SMC
      Autronic Direct Fire CDI 500R Ignition System
      Autonic Boost Controller
      Ground Control Coilovers
      Ground Control adjustable camber plates
      CNC Adjustable sway bar links
      CNC Roll Centre Spacers
      Sparco Front Strut Brace
      Solo-T Rear Strut Brace
      Solo-T Rear Shock Mounts
      BBS Style 5 18 x 8 and 18 9
      M Coupe Diff Cover
      Earls Diff Cooler with Tilton Electric Pump
      Carbon Fibre EVO III Rear Spoiler
      EVO II Front Spoiler
      Carbon Fibre Front Splitter
      Carbon Fibre EVO III Brake Ducts
      Carbon Fibre DTM Cup Mirrors
      AC Schnitzer Steering Wheel
      AC Schnitzer Pedal Set
      AC Schnitzer Hand Brake
      AC Schnitzer Gear Shift
      Solo-T SSK
      Autometer Gauges
      At 9psi and made 265rwhp (around 330bhp). Now running 14psi.

      The car....






      This article was originally published in forum thread: Turbo E30 M3 started by DCR View original post
      Comments 41 Comments
      1. Sticky's Avatar
        Sticky - 12-14-2010, 10:09 PM
        Promoted this to the front page, simply too great not to. This type of build and vehicle is the epitome of what bimmerboost is about, well done sir.
      1. DCR's Avatar
        DCR - 12-14-2010, 10:33 PM
        Sorry. 265rwhp. Been a while since I had it done.

        The wastegate banjo bolt blew off on the first run so it could only boost to 9psi which was the spring rate in the watsegate. The autronic now keeps it at 14psi....Click here to enlarge

        Click here to enlarge
      1. Sticky's Avatar
        Sticky - 12-14-2010, 10:40 PM
        Click here to enlarge Originally Posted by DCR Click here to enlarge
        Sorry. 265rwhp. Been a while since I had it done.

        The wastegate banjo bolt blew off on the first run so it could only boost to 9psi which was the spring rate in the watsegate. The autronic now keeps it at 14psi....Click here to enlarge

        http://www.dcr62.net/Car%20Pics/E30%20M3/dyno%20run.jpg
        That was in shootout mode as well? You are making some real power, that is likely 300+ on a dynojet.

        So you are using the autronic for engine management? Who does the tuning?
      1. DCR's Avatar
        DCR - 12-14-2010, 10:47 PM
        Matt Spry (P.I.T.S) did the tuning.
      1. Sticky's Avatar
        Sticky - 12-14-2010, 10:47 PM
        Click here to enlarge Originally Posted by DCR Click here to enlarge
        Matt Spry (P.I.T.S) did the tuning.
        Any reason you aren't revving it out past 6500 or is it because it begins to drop off?
      1. M3_WC's Avatar
        M3_WC - 12-14-2010, 10:50 PM
        Oh wow!

        I want a E30 now.
      1. Sticky's Avatar
        Sticky - 12-14-2010, 10:51 PM
        Click here to enlarge Originally Posted by M3_WC Click here to enlarge
        Oh wow!

        I want a E30 now.
        Same here, this makes me want to do the same thing.
      1. M3_WC's Avatar
        M3_WC - 12-14-2010, 10:52 PM
        This pic with the gold BBS = PERFECTION!

        Click here to enlarge Originally Posted by DCR Click here to enlarge
        http://www.benzboost.com/images/impo...010/12/814.jpg
      1. Sticky's Avatar
        Sticky - 12-14-2010, 10:58 PM
        Click here to enlarge Originally Posted by M3_WC Click here to enlarge
        This pic with the gold BBS = PERFECTION!
        Those wheels are just hot, the 18's look perfect.
      1. DCR's Avatar
        DCR - 12-14-2010, 11:19 PM
        Click here to enlarge Originally Posted by Sticky Click here to enlarge
        Any reason you aren't revving it out past 6500 or is it because it begins to drop off?
        Wasnt worth taking it up any more as it wouldn't boost higher anyway. Will Rev to 8000rpm when re-tuned.
      1. Itsbrokeagain's Avatar
        Itsbrokeagain - 12-15-2010, 12:38 AM
        it looks really nice Click here to enlarge

        5 years to build huh..I feel like 2 years is an eternity when building something, but I realize some of my friends who have really sick builds have had their cars for 5-10 years...
      1. Sticky's Avatar
        Sticky - 12-15-2010, 12:55 AM
        Click here to enlarge Originally Posted by DCR Click here to enlarge
        Wasnt worth taking it up any more as it wouldn't boost higher anyway. Will Rev to 8000rpm when re-tuned.
        Will it not boost higher due to the tune or turbo? 8000 rpm? Nice, very nice.
      1. DCR's Avatar
        DCR - 12-15-2010, 06:14 AM
        Click here to enlarge Originally Posted by Sticky Click here to enlarge
        Will it not boost higher due to the tune or turbo? 8000 rpm? Nice, very nice.
        No the banjo bolt blew off the back of the wastegate so this prevented the Autronic controlling the boost level. It had a 9psi spring in the wastegate so thats what it opened at. It was too hot to re-attach the bolt there and then.
      1. 930chas's Avatar
        930chas - 12-15-2010, 06:38 AM
        Words cant describe how incredible a build this car is.... wow!! Thanks for sharing!
      1. enrita's Avatar
        enrita - 12-15-2010, 08:37 AM
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      1. SlicktopTTZ's Avatar
        SlicktopTTZ - 12-15-2010, 09:58 AM
        That turbo is holding torque perfectly! Has a lot left. Perfect build, I'm jealous! Can't wait for the 14psi, 8000RPM dyno! I wouldn't be surprised if you make 400whp, which would be insanely fun in that car!

        Thanks for sharing.
      1. dOpEdUpM3's Avatar
        dOpEdUpM3 - 12-15-2010, 02:36 PM
        Click here to enlarge Originally Posted by Sticky Click here to enlarge
        I don't even know what to say, this is one of the greatest builds I have ever seen.

        Your E30 M3 is on a whole different level, mind blowing.
        Dido. Click here to enlarge Sleeper Click here to enlarge
      1. Ilia@IND's Avatar
        Ilia@IND - 12-15-2010, 03:47 PM
        That engine is absolutely my "dream setup" for an E30 M3! None of that big motor nonsense, and the turbo adds a bit of 80s BMW F1 spirit. I love it! Click here to enlarge
      1. hsvturbo's Avatar
        hsvturbo - 12-18-2010, 09:53 AM
        DCR, Very very cool car and build.
      1. Sticky's Avatar
        Sticky - 05-24-2012, 02:48 AM
        Thought this deserved a bump. Was going through old threads and this one is just... this guy did a hell of a job.
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