MCShred "Build" Thread

chris_flies · 11-03-2019, 09:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Ric in RVA

Any idea why steering response would be affected by motor mounts?

The engine weighs a lot, and when you turn the wheel, with soft stock mounts, the engine takes a quick second to move and set in a position, so it makes the weight transfer in the front end a little wonky. Solid motor mounts hold the engine in-place so weight transfer occurs almost instantly.

MCShred · 11-03-2019, 11:22 PM

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Originally Posted by andrey_gta

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Small Update: AKG Motor Mounts and Transmission Mounts installed along with the non-locking RTD shifter... loving this setup, going to get a nice Alcantara panel made later this week to replace the boot

Does RTD make a DSSR connector for n52? I didnt see it on their websites.

And sorry if this been asked - did you notices any changes in vibrations or noise with AKG motor mount and the solid transission mounts

I got the DSSR from AKG, and I agree 100% with what @chris_flies said about the Trans and Motor Mount upgrades you the harder durometer. There will be more noise but it's definitely livable!

Ric in RVA · 11-04-2019, 05:06 AM

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Originally Posted by chris_flies

The engine weighs a lot, and when you turn the wheel, with soft stock mounts, the engine takes a quick second to move and set in a position, so it makes the weight transfer in the front end a little wonky. Solid motor mounts hold the engine in-place so weight transfer occurs almost instantly.

Makes total sense. Thanks for the explanation.

MCShred · 01-07-2020, 09:55 AM

Belt and Pulleys Replaced along with a new OFHG, Fresh NGK's and Coil Packs and she's running like a champ again!!! Holding off on the VCG until the spring when I install the MILVs and maybe an Exhaust Cam if one finally comes out for the engine...

Rmtt · 01-07-2020, 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by MCShred

Belt and Pulleys Replaced along with a new OFHG, Fresh NGK's and Coil Packs and she's running like a champ again!!! Holding off on the VCG until the spring when I install the MILVs and maybe an Exhaust Cam if one finally comes out for the engine...

Nice.

I did my Milvs a few months ago and they make a dramatic difference below 4K rpm.

I rented the spring removal tool. With the money you get back from returning your old supports, it almost pays for it.

It makes changing them out so much easier!

MCShred · 01-07-2020, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Rmtt

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Originally Posted by MCShred

Belt and Pulleys Replaced along with a new OFHG, Fresh NGK's and Coil Packs and she's running like a champ again!!! Holding off on the VCG until the spring when I install the MILVs and maybe an Exhaust Cam if one finally comes out for the engine...

Nice.

I did my Milvs a few months ago and they make a dramatic difference below 4K rpm.

I rented the spring removal tool. With the money you get back from returning your old supports, it almost pays for it.

It makes changing them out so much easier!

Will definitely be renting one when I do it!

Gambeez · 01-14-2020, 12:49 PM

Any chance you could post some video clips of her? Would love to hear the exhaust on it.

Looks beautiful!

MCShred · 01-27-2020, 11:00 AM

Dyno video incoming very soon when the shop gets some free time... Very curious what she makes before doing the MILVS and BPC tune. Still currently on the AA tune. Having a difficult time passing OBD emissions at the moment due to an EVAP error (No CEL and not affecting drivability what so ever) that is driving me cRaZy. Studio RSR Cage is in production and the rear end has been GUTTED. Debating to do an Carbon Sunroof Delete (Color Matched to Space Grey of course...) for the sake of weight reduction and lowing the center of gravity even more.

E91WAG3N · 01-27-2020, 12:13 PM

Love the plate!! Great build.

markslc1 · 01-27-2020, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Rmtt

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Originally Posted by MCShred

Belt and Pulleys Replaced along with a new OFHG, Fresh NGK's and Coil Packs and she's running like a champ again!!! Holding off on the VCG until the spring when I install the MILVs and maybe an Exhaust Cam if one finally comes out for the engine...

Nice.

I did my Milvs a few months ago and they make a dramatic difference below 4K rpm.

I rented the spring removal tool. With the money you get back from returning your old supports, it almost pays for it.

It makes changing them out so much easier!

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Originally Posted by Rmtt

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Originally Posted by MCShred

Belt and Pulleys Replaced along with a new OFHG, Fresh NGK's and Coil Packs and she's running like a champ again!!! Holding off on the VCG until the spring when I install the MILVs and maybe an Exhaust Cam if one finally comes out for the engine...

Nice.

I did my Milvs a few months ago and they make a dramatic difference below 4K rpm.

I rented the spring removal tool. With the money you get back from returning your old supports, it almost pays for it.

It makes changing them out so much easier!

I'm wondering if there are some diy's on milv installation. Including the use of any cheater tools to make it easy. I've seen some short clips on YouTube but need something step by step to be comfortable.

smeard · 01-29-2020, 01:52 PM

Reading this makes me miss my 1er

MCShred · 02-11-2020, 04:18 PM

Had some decent weather over the weekend and took out the 1er for some fun... Sunroof Delete Panel on order...

MCShred · 03-08-2021, 05:43 PM

StudioRSR Custom Roll Bar has arrived, leaving it to the next owner to decide if they'd like to continue the build... She's up for sale fellas.

LcossE82 · 03-08-2021, 08:09 PM

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StudioRSR Custom Roll Bar has arrived, leaving it to the next owner to decide if they'd like to continue the build... She's up for sale fellas.

Such an inspiration to the 1er community. Hope to see it go to good hands 🙌🏼

robblr · 03-09-2021, 06:56 AM

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Originally Posted by MCShred

[...] She's up for sale fellas.

Sorry to hear, but of course we must ask - What's replacing it?

MCShred · 03-09-2021, 07:07 AM

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[...] She's up for sale fellas.

Sorry to hear, but of course we must ask - What's replacing it?

No replacement, Ive got an 87' FJ60 that needs some TLC and my DD e46 ZHP that also needs some TLC, sliming down the "collection" lol...

Thunderguts · 03-09-2021, 10:39 AM

Shocking! Where are you going to list it? If you sell it with all the upgrades, I think we'll see a record price for a 128i.

MCShred · 03-09-2021, 11:40 AM

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Shocking! Where are you going to list it? If you sell it with all the upgrades, I think we'll see a record price for a 128i.

Working on getting prepped for Bring a Trailer... wouldn't be surprised if it does. Receipts of everything goes over $40k...

chris82 · 03-10-2021, 02:07 PM

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Working on getting prepped for Bring a Trailer... wouldn't be surprised if it does. Receipts of everything goes over $40k...

Can't wait to see what she goes for!

Thunderguts · 03-10-2021, 02:37 PM

Buyers can be fickle. The 128i isn't collectible enough to warrant exorbitant prices just for being a low-mileage unmolested example...yet. Enthusiasts are buying them strictly to drive and enjoy. Shred's car is one of the best-equipped 128i that I've seen for someone who enjoys driving an E82.

MCShred · 04-26-2021, 08:24 PM

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/2010-bmw-128i-2/

She's up for sale fellas!

chris82 · 04-27-2021, 11:36 AM

GLWS! Such a well spec'd car, very tasteful! I've always wondered what a nicely modified 128i would go for.

01-07-2020, 09:55 AM	#92
MCShred Getting Risky ;) 99 Rep 57 Posts Drives: 2010 128i 6MT Space Grey Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Washington D.C. iTrader: (0)	Belt and Pulleys Replaced along with a new OFHG, Fresh NGK's and Coil Packs and she's running like a champ again!!! Holding off on the VCG until the spring when I install the MILVs and maybe an Exhaust Cam if one finally comes out for the engine... Attached Images
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01-14-2020, 12:49 PM	#95
Gambeez Private 32 Rep 66 Posts Drives: 2013 128i M-Sport Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Indianapolis, IN iTrader: (0)	Any chance you could post some video clips of her? Would love to hear the exhaust on it. Looks beautiful!
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01-27-2020, 11:00 AM	#96
MCShred Getting Risky ;) 99 Rep 57 Posts Drives: 2010 128i 6MT Space Grey Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Washington D.C. iTrader: (0)	Dyno video incoming very soon when the shop gets some free time... Very curious what she makes before doing the MILVS and BPC tune. Still currently on the AA tune. Having a difficult time passing OBD emissions at the moment due to an EVAP error (No CEL and not affecting drivability what so ever) that is driving me cRaZy. Studio RSR Cage is in production and the rear end has been GUTTED. Debating to do an Carbon Sunroof Delete (Color Matched to Space Grey of course...) for the sake of weight reduction and lowing the center of gravity even more.
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01-27-2020, 12:13 PM	#97
E91WAG3N Wagon Addict 1248 Rep 1,217 Posts Drives: E39, E91, E91 Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Las Vegas iTrader: (2)	Love the plate!! Great build. __________________ Build thread: https://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1453866
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01-29-2020, 01:52 PM	#99
smeard First Lieutenant 136 Rep 316 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: CA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2010 BMW 128i [0.00]	Reading this makes me miss my 1er __________________ Commuter- F10 528i N20 8AT Jatoba Black Show- F10 550i M sport 8AT Alpine White: Airrex Bags, 20" Forgestar F14s, Meisterschaft Catback Around town- E60 528i N52, 6AT, Monaco Blue Weekend - 1997 BMW Z3 M52, 5spd, Dunkelgrun: 230k mi, Intrax Springs on Bilsteins, Style 68s staggered AutoX/track - 2012 F30 N20, 6MT BSM
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02-11-2020, 04:18 PM	#100
MCShred Getting Risky ;) 99 Rep 57 Posts Drives: 2010 128i 6MT Space Grey Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Washington D.C. iTrader: (0)	Had some decent weather over the weekend and took out the 1er for some fun... Sunroof Delete Panel on order... Attached Images
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03-08-2021, 05:43 PM	#101
MCShred Getting Risky ;) 99 Rep 57 Posts Drives: 2010 128i 6MT Space Grey Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Washington D.C. iTrader: (0)	StudioRSR Custom Roll Bar has arrived, leaving it to the next owner to decide if they'd like to continue the build... She's up for sale fellas. Attached Images
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03-09-2021, 10:39 AM	#105
Thunderguts Captain 776 Rep 992 Posts Drives: 2009 128i Sport MT Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: DFW iTrader: (0)	Shocking! Where are you going to list it? If you sell it with all the upgrades, I think we'll see a record price for a 128i. __________________ Official BMWP Whore - BMWP suspension kit w/ M3 arms, BMWP big brake kit, BMWP intake w/Mishimoto tube, BMWP exhaust, BMWP carbon strut brace, BMWP short shifter, and BMWP carbon spoiler. OZ Leggera HLT w/ 245 square setup.
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03-10-2021, 02:37 PM	#108
Thunderguts Captain 776 Rep 992 Posts Drives: 2009 128i Sport MT Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: DFW iTrader: (0)	Buyers can be fickle. The 128i isn't collectible enough to warrant exorbitant prices just for being a low-mileage unmolested example...yet. Enthusiasts are buying them strictly to drive and enjoy. Shred's car is one of the best-equipped 128i that I've seen for someone who enjoys driving an E82. __________________ Official BMWP Whore - BMWP suspension kit w/ M3 arms, BMWP big brake kit, BMWP intake w/Mishimoto tube, BMWP exhaust, BMWP carbon strut brace, BMWP short shifter, and BMWP carbon spoiler. OZ Leggera HLT w/ 245 square setup. Last edited by Thunderguts; 03-10-2021 at 02:43 PM..
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04-26-2021, 08:24 PM	#109
MCShred Getting Risky ;) 99 Rep 57 Posts Drives: 2010 128i 6MT Space Grey Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Washington D.C. iTrader: (0)	https://bringatrailer.com/listing/2010-bmw-128i-2/ She's up for sale fellas!
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04-27-2021, 11:36 AM	#110
chris82 Brigadier General 827 Rep 3,856 Posts Drives: 128i Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: NY NY iTrader: (8) Garage List 2009 BMW 128i [9.80]	GLWS! Such a well spec'd car, very tasteful! I've always wondered what a nicely modified 128i would go for.
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