[karan561]

Originally Posted by S2!!!

What a fascinating project Karan! Many congratulations for the car as well as the successful engine and transmission swap . Glad that you aren't planning to go overboard with the modifications on this car. I'm pretty sure the engine swap would feed your need for speed. One suggestion though, please keep the cosmetic mods limited and subtle.

Thanks Saumil, yes i am going to keep it basic with the engine mods for now as the stock engine with the lightweight body of the e46 is capable enough to have fun (0-100 km/h sprint in under 7.5 sec). Cosmetically i am going to keep it subtle but sporty, something like what v12 earlier posted.

Would love to check her out in person sometime, give me a shout when you're heading for a zombie drive or something.

Done

[karan561]

Recently changed the rear number plate lights to white LED's to refresh the look of the car at night as before only one of the lights (yellow) were working;



It was a simple DIY & here are some pics;



Old & New housing;



After;

[NH7]

Good subtle change this, looks up to date without looking too blue/ over the top. Hope you have no light busted indications on your cluster. I did for a while, then just changed to a new set and that solved it. Though the fit was compatible, the resistance (??)wasn't I'm thinking. Something to keep in mind if you are thinking of the reversing lamps next.

[karan561]

Originally Posted by NH7

Good subtle change this, looks up to date without looking too blue/ over the top.

Thanks

Hope you have no light busted indications on your cluster.

^ No.

Something to keep in mind if you are thinking of the reversing lamps next.

Ok

[karan561]

Stage 3 clutch kit just arrived;





This is sourced from Black Diamond Performance. This Paddle Clutch has been engineered to be a Race Clutch. These five paddle clutches are designed for use with highly modified engines (up to 40% above standard) have cerametallic friction surfaces which can cope with more power and deal with heat more efficiently, they wear at a slower rate, and have stainless steel backing plates.
This clutch is designed as direct replacement to standard unit using the original manufacturer’s bolt holes, no modification of the flywheel is necessary and the standard clutch release mechanism can be retained

[karan561]

Test Running the New clutch;



Initial impressions are though being a Stage 3 clutch it still retains almost OE like clutch pedal release. As its a fresh install its too early to comment now but shall keep you posted

[v12]

Sorry for hijacking your thread Karan! But couldn't find a better place to post this. Love the M3 CSL type boot spoiler.

http://classifieds.team-bhp.com/buy-...3-Series.html/

[karan561]

Originally Posted by v12

Sorry for hijacking your thread Karan! But couldn't find a better place to post this. Love the M3 CSL type boot spoiler.

http://classifieds.team-bhp.com/buy-...3-Series.html/

Attachment 1710766

Yes i am aware about this car & the owner. Dont know why is it for sale though.

[karan561]

New Year New Car Parts



1) Level 3 Cooling System Upgrade Kit - GEBA water Pump with metal impeller, ECS Aluminum Water pump pulley, Fan Switch, Thermostat with Housing, Sealing Gaskets, Expansion Tank with level sensor and clamp,Pressure Cap, 1 Gallon Coolant, Upper & Lower Radiator Hoses,Accessory Drive Belts, Radiator Drain Plug, Nissens Radiator,Idler Pulley,Hydraulic Tensioner and Pulley, A/C Belt Tensioner Assembly)
2) New A/C parts (condenser, evaporator etc...)
3) AFE Stage 2 Magnum Intake
4) Gearbox Rebuild Kit (Bushings, Shifter Rod joints, Washers, Bearings etc)
5) Short Throw Shifter
6) Transmission Fluid change
7) Stage 3 clutch already installed

[F150]

Hi Karan,
I thought this was a mod with specific targets in mind. But your list of mods is starting to get a little long. I have seen threads of the forum where everything will be modded or upgraded and the car is not reliable anymore. Eventually the car is sold.
I hope and wish your car doesn't end up as one such case.

[karan561]

Originally Posted by F150

Hi Karan,
I thought this was a mod with specific targets in mind. But your list of mods is starting to get a little long. I have seen threads of the forum where everything will be modded or upgraded and the car is not reliable anymore. Eventually the car is sold.

Hi F150.

Well the list of mods is maintenance, let me explain;

1) ECS Tuning Level 3 Kit is all Genuine BMW / OE Parts
2) AC Parts are again OE
3) AFE Intake is BOLT ON fitment for E46
4) This is to get back the original shift quality and again all parts are genuine BMW
5) Short Throw shifter is again Genuine BMW upgrade for the E46.
6) Transmission fluid change is again Maintenance
7) Stage 3 clutch is an non OE part installed to tackle the 328i power.

I hope and wish your car doesn't end up as one such case.

Thank you for the good wishes

[karan561]

Been really busy with work, travel & other commitments hence could not update the thread but all the parts are installed & now this is how the engine bay looks (New Air Intake, New Cooling Parts & Radiator, New AC parts, Short Shifter etc);



Will be soon Filming a video (Project E46 - Part 3) to explain everything

[karan561]

Yes

[karan561]

Had called for the OE Cabin/AC Filter for the car;







^ was a simple DIY

[karan561]

Called in for some meaty exhaust tips for my E46 to match the DTM Race sounds my custom exhaust setup produces;



^ PS - Dont miss that gear knob, More details of that & short throw will be shared in my next video