Spec E46 Build Part VIII: Differential Cooling
Installing a differential cooling setup for the Spec E46 race car.
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Spec E46 Build Part IV: Drivetrain
New Tilton clutch and flywheel, Rogue clutch pivot pin, Shifter Pin Refresh, New Driveshaft, and Subframe Bushings.
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Giubo (aka Guibo, aka Flex Disc) Change
During my M3 Sedan refresh I skipped one critical step: replacing the giubo (often misspelled as guibo.) For some reason I had in my mind that it had been recently been replaced by the previous owner. Here’s a tip: if you already have the exhaust and driveshaft out, go ahead […]
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Poor Man’s E36 Differential Fill Plug Tool
The differential on the E36 chassis backs right up against the spare tire well, limiting access to the drain and fill plugs, particularly the latter. Both plugs require a 14mm Allen bit, which you can find for cheap at your local autoparts store. The problem is that these bits are […]
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Post-Track Inspections and Repairs
Following my first track day with the M3 Sedan, I placed it back on jack stands for my standard post-track inspection. If anything is going to loosen or break, your best chance of finding it is immediately after a flogging on the track. I should note that during a few […]
