BMW E30 Throttle Body Restoration | BMW E30 325i Sport Restoration Project E5 S1

[@RestoreIt]

Thank you, everyone, for the support so far. Expect a lot more E30 content to come your way. I have a meeting with a blasting company next week, so I'll be stripping the undercoating off soon and then will have her professionally blasted and etched. Oh, and I will be filming the whole thing! Get that bell on!

[@Exoamy]

Can't wait!

[@1mawesomel1kethat]

Man I really do respect your determination and your ability to keep at it. I wish I could do something like this

[@TheMeanestGuy]

If needed, could you do an engine rebuild? that would be awesome

[@vaux_wolf4281]

Great can't wait 👍

[@kaptu100]

Have you looked into getting the whole body electroplated once the rust is repaired?

[@Theosodorado]

The best thing about your vids is that you let your work do the talking. No stupid music, no droning on and on about how much you obviously know; just sit back and watch the magic happen. Unbelievable! You are literally living my dream. Your talent is remarkable. Thank you for sharing.

[@muhammadzaidi5420]

The most detail person i ever watched. I'm so satisfied watching u working with a rusted machine.

[@dekebell3307]

The "Thumbs down" and negative comments are glowing reports of other's inabilities. Keep killing it man, you're a huge inspiration!

[@brenthuiberts6340]

I'm not a car guy, but I love watching your videos!

[@JermaineLeeBlueprintAuto]

Seriously this guy is special. In a good way. The countless amount of restorable parts I chucked in the scrap pile.... wish I had a friend like you the things we would accomplish.

[@WayneRite758]

I remember your very first video and I recall thinking that your attention to detail far exceeds the other talented restorers out there. You have not disappointed, keep up the great work and I look forward to seeing everything else you share with us.

[@RestoreIt]

Thank you Wayne! I seriously appreciate this comment. I have so many video ideas I'm excited to share with you. Thanks for the support man.

[@shakealeg88]

This series are sooo satisfying... Please keep doing them, I want to see that E30 in all its glory

[@getdealtwithquick]

Another fantastic restoration! One item everyone seems to miss on these though: check the throttle shaft needle bearing seals for air leaks, people. The factory bearings are single seal designs and almost all start leaking a pretty good amount of unmeasured air into the intake, preventing your M20 from idling completely smoothly and impacting your MPG. The bearings come out and there's a company that makes a dual seal replacement but you need a bearing puller, blow torch and patience.

[@BjoernDaniels]

So much respect for your patience!

[@Carguy2000-f8p]

The fact you even polished the springs……….. the time and effort you put into this stuff is amazing

[@JarrydHamilton]

In a world, we're it's easier to throw stuff a way, it's refreshing/therapeutic to see this kind of work being done. My grandfather would keep stuff for decades just by doing the same thing your doing. Keep up the good work!

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks for this comment WDC, I really appreciate it. Working hard.

[@mantaship]

I can watch these all day. Love your care and handling here mate.

[@ferdi93ferdi]

Oh and for the mating surfaces (TB to intake plenum or the little throttle body-heating-pipe) lay down a glass plate, tape on some medium to fine grid wet emery paper (400 up to 800) and do circular-8 motions. As you might see the discoloration at 12:58 the surface is not flush.

[@artfulcluds3849]

the level of detail you're putting into every part the e30 is going to look soooo good when its done , good job

[@RestoreIt]

Thank you Artful, much appreciated.

[@Vaabuss]

I understand you plan on going the z3 rack route. I love seeing you rebuild an alternator vs replacing it, and I think if you can find a junkyard z3 rack you could make a really cool video replacing all the seals and pinion bearing/rack end bushing and such. Thanks again for the amazing content!

[@TheLuismiwii]

Thanks to you I’m restoring my own E28 parts instead of buying everything new! Of course, things that need replacing are replaced, but I’m trying to keep everything as original as possible. Keep up the good work and warm regards from Puerto Rico! :)

[@David_medium22]

Love how much effort you put into it de -rusting the bolts 😂 now that is attention to detail ! What a professional ! You can really see the difference all the extra effort has made , good on ya !

[@EqualsThreeable]

I'm sure somebody has asked this a million times, are all the parts on your E30 going to be restored liked this until the entire vehicle is done?

[@RestoreIt]

Yes :D

[@fila1445]

@@RestoreIt can't wait fir a body and engine restoration videos

[@ANNA_Poultry]

Wow, this will make a new standard for car restoring. Brand new old car. Amazing as always 👍👍

[@ricande]

@@ANNA_Poultry It's a ground up restore. And yes! It's f******'n amazing! :D

[@richie9777]

Great job I can only imagine how long you spent shining that up. When all the springs exploded everywhere I thought million years to put back together, you cracked it. Well done

[@RestoreIt]

Cheers Richard, It was a two-day polishing job! So I'm pleased you noticed. It was quite the task getting everything back on as it came off. It was a complicated puzzle for sure. Thanks again Richard, always nice to see you here.

[@houseofno]

Awesome video! You're an inspiration

[@mohammedalmamari7494]

Whatever happened please don't put any music

[@RestoreIt]

Don't you worry Mohammed, I never will!

[@mohammedalmamari7494]

@@RestoreIt thanks man. I really enjoy your vids keep up the good work

[@dayaaaaam]

@@RestoreIt 😂😂😂

[@mr.tuttifrutti9280]

Agree

[@ricande]

@@RestoreIt Appreciated enormously!

[@birdylover100]

These videos are so satisfying

[@davemasbutter266]

I have zero mechanical skills but I find these videos really satisfying for some reason. Great content =)

[@RestoreIt]

Thank you Dave! I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@ceasersimmons2529]

Flaring the the bolts inside of the throttle body so they dont potentially go into the engine was genius. I used to own an '85 325e and i always regretted junking it, but now I'm absolutely kicking myself after watching all your e30 videos. Anyhow great work and looking forward to upcoming content! Peace.

[@RestoreIt]

Cheers Ceaser! You should buy a wreck of an e30 and start fixing that one to redeem yourself. You'll feel a lot better if you do. You may also highly regret it... haha

[@reallyhappenings5597]

What a fantastic restoration, you are an inspiration

[@LRone-e2f]

after hours of this channel im definitely going the e30 route. great content mean dont stop posting

[@gaja4523]

Most satisfying channel ever...

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks xCaptain!

[@Stuntman707]

These videos are so satisfying to watch. You really restore every detail. I know it's a while off but I can't wait to see the brand new E30 when you're done.

[@Bugs-World]

This engine bay is gonna look fresh outta the show room

[@RestoreIt]

I do hope so! Cheers man

[@amarildo988idrizai6]

Sad that was not his throttle body but i hope it looks as good.

[@HksF16]

Show room what? i think you meant fresh outta the factory

[@bscubed]

Awesome! Been waiting for another E30 vid! Your attention to detail is incredible, I feel like every new vid of yours is better than the last. You truly are a master in restoration. Thanks for the cool videos!

[@RestoreIt]

Thank you Brendan! You're too kind. Lots of e30 videos coming so stayed tuned :) thanks again, man.

[@irishwristwatch2487]

I love the commitment to that factory fresh look, excited to see how it all pans out!

[@RestoreIt]

Cheers, Liam. you'll see a factory finished E30 (bar a few small details) and then I will do a modding series after, comparing the difference from stock to modded, on each mod.

[@98Etienne98]

I was really looking forward another e30 vid. I was almost getting impatient ahahah. Great work as always!

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks man. I know i know its very over due. A LOT more e30 stuff to come now.

[@user-pw6gf6ph5c]

Я с не терпеньем жду твои видосы)) Молодец мужик, бэха зачет!! From Russia with love)

[@DominickNicolai]

The odometer needs to read 000000 when you’re done with this thing! 😆

[@Jaszczur-sp2tx]

would be cool but its illegal

[@SirXyloid]

Rudpavv Rudpavv nobody will be able to tell

[@hiadm1477]

right hahah

[@KrisisVal]

next episode: restoring the odometer!

[@KrisisVal]

@@Jaszczur-sp2tx not where I live!

[@williamtech4668]

Free tip for adjusting the throttle position sensor: When closing the throttle in rest position you should hear a light click in the black box. This way the ECU knows it closed and it adjusts several parameters. Most importantly it actuates the stepper motor for idling the engine . This will make your engine idle smooth. Awesome job!

[@jimleon7894]

Beautiful work!

[@TheMeanestGuy]

dude, nice work, can't wait to see the outcome of the entire car!

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks, James, me either!

[@john-lucdiazirizarry4524]

Loving this channel more and more! Surprised I'm so early! Much love from PR🇵🇷

[@tkracing5945]

Oh thanks for remind me of cleaning my throttle body before i put my e30 sleep over winter. Great vid again !!

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks Tk!

[@jonbragi23]

Hello! I have watched all of your videos and loved it. You truly are a perfectionist. No way anyone can do this work any better.

[@pesterenan]

Your determination and attention to detail in polishing all the pieces really makes me want to do the same on my Fiat Tipo 1.6 IE. Just a heads up, you'll need to adjust the position on that Throttle Position Sensor, and also, that stopper thingy! :) As always, incredible work!

[@robertbrandywine]

Is that what that black plastic Bosch part is -- the TPS?

[@arecksONE]

@@robertbrandywine Yep

[@ricande]

I have an 1977 Ford Fiesta i would love to do this to. But i neither have the equipment nor the facilities, to do so... YET... !

[@selahattinkoken7775]

This is hypnotic. I love your job 😍

[@JuanAmeijeiras]

Awesome job!!! I watch mesmerized many of your videos, even this one that is a little bit old, still hooked on the E30 project of yours... Few things that I can point out that could improve your restoration: 1.- tap out the screw-holes and studs if you plan to keep/re-use them, as well as cleaning the pits of holes. This will improve the removal of the screws later on and reduces the chance of cross-threading or even worse, bottoming out the screw and making a hole or deforming the piece and the end of the screw. 2.- when doing pieces that have gaskets/flat seals, sand them with a flat piece of sandpaper on a block of wood or table (something stiff) to make a new plane so the gasket fits much better. 3.- Bolt down that grinder! It's dangerous already with the speed and you working directly on it with your hands, also I don't know if you use a face shield but in the videos, there is no shield in front of what you are doing. 4.- for sensors/electrical connections, try to use CRC cleaner even to clean the outside, you never know if a drop of degreaser with junk can fall into a crevice and stuff-up your sensor.

[@Tiagotaf]

After watching this video, I just realized you would make a hell of a dentist.

[@trogers2120]

I find that using a cordless impact drill takes those seized philips screws out way better than anyone could using a screwdriver, struggled to take the screws out for like 10 mins and almost full stripped it, tried the impact drill and it came out effortlessley without stripping it more than I already had

[@chaospi1804]

Can we expect that the E30 build will be finished in 2020? Amazing work!

[@RestoreIt]

2020 is a good estimate! Haha thank you!

[@jjjsmith2497]

Not sure if you have one, but a medium size air compressor with blow tip can be used to do a final blow off in joints, bolt holes, ect before lubing and reassembly Great job. glad to see people using skills..

[@rutger208]

So satisfying to watch! Great video!

[@RestoreIt]

Thank you, CarEnthusiast!

[@dumaher4167]

Удовольствие для глаз. Супер!

[@davidens8204]

awesome job ... really great attention to detail

[@RestoreIt]

Thank you David.

[@essamkhatri3978]

This was a serious hardwork. Great restoration. Hatsoff to you.... 👍🏼👍🏼

[@azharsalim2028]

The Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) at 10:20, has a specific rigged position with regards to the Engine Control Unit (ECU). It needs to be properly positioned on the throttle body during installation (10:58). That is the reason why the mounting holes on the tabs are elongated to allow for small adjustments. I think this can only be achieved by the dedicated workshops with proper equipment for the BMW engine tuning. The "stopper" (13:45), must also have a locknut to prevent it from drifting away.

[@colinaskey9777]

Very well done,carberaters are very difficult to overhaul if you don't know what you're doing,and mistakes can easily be made,the finished product was 5 ☆,and a easy video to watch

[@ph7ss564]

Very satisfied work done. Nice video as always. 😘

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks man!

[@ph7ss564]

@@RestoreIt You deserve 5/5 stars my friend. Now is 5am at my country, i just woke up and i saw a reminder from you channel. I immediately watch it. 👍 Very satisfied.

[@vladimirtomshin640]

Beautiful, but how you be calibrate throttle position sensor?

[@matthewtroiano3024]

A tip for stubborn screws like that I use a good set of lineman pliers. Grip very hard in a logical manor and twist. I found that this works better than vice grips because the way the lineman pliers I use are knurled in a way they grip at all angles.

[@lordvengerx]

You can buy it new nah I'll just make it better than new amazing skills and work mate

[@RestoreIt]

Thank you, Lord, as always!

[@lordvengerx]

You are welcome 😃

[@CookRacingUK]

Looks awesome! Just remember the idle control screw (the last thing) needs very fine adjustment as it shouldn't be adjusted from factory. Don't know how that is done but know it's uber important. Keep these vids coming!

[@kawitch10]

Awesome work. I have yet to tackle the throttle body because I am worried about assembling the springs back. Did you have to rotate (torque?) the springs to get a certain tension? Any advice? i have been searching all over the net to see someone tackle the throttle body, AWESOME!

[@RestoreIt]

Thank you Shukri! Yes I had to make sure i returned the springs back to the exact position the came from. This eas actually easier than i thought with some nose pliers. Thanks again!

[@M7md.z.h]

I am watching you From the beginning.. I am very excited to see the final result on the BMW😍

[@bart_langedijk]

13:50 Now I'm not an E30 expert, but after some googleing I think that's the throttle stop adjuster. According to my search it should touch the throttle arm and then 1/4th of a turn in. The whole reason behind this stop is to prevent the butterfly valve to hit the body every time you close the throttle. Also I doubt this needs loctite :)

[@rubenolaussen6227]

Love this series, good work. Remember to dont rush. I want it to be perfect.

[@RestoreIt]

Thank you Ruben, good advice, I defo need to hear that once in a while.

[@dreadmireironbound8418]

Wonderful work it may be a small piece but it plays a big role in running the car

[@colinaskey9777]

Top notch refurbishment and brill vidio,keep them coming earns 5 ☆

[@mohsenbeigi7068]

You are a master in restoring and repairs. I enjoying of any one of your works, thanks.

[@urospetrovic5228]

Bravo ! Once again you have done super job !!!

[@skillfulzombie88]

Hey tip for screws that wont budge get an adapter for a small breaker bar gets you more leverage just dont snap the head off👍

[@ghassanalfarra8935]

Great work as usual! ... About the bench grinder, can't you just use a potentiometer to slow it down? .. you know, like the ones used for dimming lights

[@rabnawazkhan1837]

Amazing video thanks. One question if anyone knows,does m20 have a plastic cover that dress up throttle cable assembly. My m40 engine got one but my cabrio m20 kinda looks incomplete without that piece

[@jazzbansal8097]

That’s what I call Artist at work

[@enriquedesilva3581]

Hello, excellent work, your videos have been very helpful to me. Can you tell me the exact position of the sensor? There is space to screw it in different position. greetings from Monterrey Mexico.

[@DanteTheAbyssalBeing]

Sponsored by Autodoc now? That's sick, you're going up in the world :)

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks man!

[@MegaMegaSlim]

Since you are putting the parts you are using in your description, you can create affiliated links with Amazon. This way you would be making some money when people purchase anything. I love your videos and your amazing work!

[@rickyrollerv2]

Great video as always. As a reverse engineering fan, your videos are highly anticipated.

[@RestoreIt]

Thank you, Tester. That's really nice to hear.

[@rickyrollerv2]

@@RestoreIt for me, things are simple. If you are true to the principles that made me subscribe, you will have my "loyalty views" and upvotes. I think that by having a simplistic approach to a complicated matter you will keep growing. No music, no nonsense commentary, interesting matter, acceptable editing makes the job for me. Keep it up.

[@SSR_Detaling]

thanks mate it was well done work i greet you but what u done for that 2 small screws inside the thb to bunch it that will make the ECU angry at u but was a nice work thank u

[@WelcomeToTheMadness]

E30, respect your elders!

[@fila1445]

Dude i see you everywhere i go xD

[@rolandob4492]

Welcome To The Madness hello

[@rolandob4492]

fila1445 welcome to the madness 😂

[@comfort_in_discomfort]

Cheers from the States. I've been using a variable speed 8"delta bench grinder. About $100 here. Also looking forward to the plating video as I'm about to take that on for my Grand Wagoneer. Zinc plate then yellow chromate. Good work as always.

[@RestoreIt]

Thank you comfort in discomfort. Yes about £100 here in the UK i just picked one up. Zinc plating video is being editing right now, so should be with you soon. Thanks again.

[@audunnolafsson9924]

I would love it if he posted these restorations on car parts more often i am also restoring a car atm so these are helpfull

[@RestoreIt]

I'm moving to spain and into my own workshop in Jan/Feb time. When i get there, there will be lots more videos :)

[@johnnyf55]

Nice content, as usual. Greetings from Argentina! Looking forward to seeing more of that e30

[@DasSparschwein]

Very hard work!

[@Maxi.236]

Wirklich gute Arbeit!!! Wahnsinn wieviel Arbeit Sie sich machen!!! Größten Respekt!!! Lieben Gruß aus Deutschland! Leider kann ich kein Englisch. Hoffe, das die Nachricht trotzdem ankommt.

[@jensenstetson2605]

do the plastic pieces broken in the process work properly once glued together?

[@coolissimo69]

Wow I love your videos, great job

[@mezo6453]

You forgot to replace the two needle bearings for the throttle shaft. Very important. Yes, they are still available. INA bearing company makes them. Part number B007D32YL0 or INA HK08122RS Needle Roller Bearing

[@espowari]

Liked before I even watched!

[@RestoreIt]

Thank you, Brian, too kind!

[@jeffjeff370]

that is so great! i have been loving youre videos for a long time!!! and now its even better finding out youre a e30 lover!!!! thats great!!! i am an e30 lover 2! ive had 2x a 318is an e 34 in my opinion that was the best bmw ever made. but now with kids i drive a e46 318 touring and i do al the work needed also by myself! but not on a big scale like you. now i am waiting for more of youre videos but i understand its a lot work! so it takes time. keep up the good work and i am looking forward to see more restoring of that 325!

[@mannys9130]

Look like the seller hauled it up in a net from the mud on the bottom of the English channel. 😄 Nice job! Looks wonderful.

[@snkombo2586]

Awesome, but i didnt get where you was hammering on the screws inside the throttle ?

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks, sn. That was to flare the bottoms of the bolts so they couldn't work their way loose and be sucked into the engine. Just a safety thing.

[@doctorcoffe7079]

Exelente renovacion! Admirable.

[@GABRIELTREBOIT]

Love your videos. Great content ;) Continue

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks Gabriel!

[@patx35]

I recommend getting an impact screw driver. It's a screwdriver that turns when hammered and it really helps remove stuck bolts.

[@RestoreIt]

I literally have one on the way. A nice company has also seen my struggles and they hooked me up! Excited to have power tools.

[@farrukhkhan9868]

how process of zinc plating. and which type of chemical use in this process? please make video with detail

[@bigolric]

Thank goodness you posted this, because I'm about to pull my TB and restore it. Can you tell me if there were any plastic bits that needed to be replaced outright? I try to avoid missing a part and then having to leave the thing disassembled

[@RestoreIt]

Hi Eric! I'm glad I might be able to assist you! And as for parts, The two pieces that had snapped, I glued back together as I couldn't wait myself. Your's should be fine.

[@175dell]

I have been looking everywhere for a video or even pictures of the m20 throttle body taken apart. This is the only place I found it. Thanks for making this video! The reason I'm searching so hard is because my throttle body has a vacuum leak. Air is getting between the butterfly shaft that protrudes through the bottom and the top of the TB. I wanted to see if there were any rubber seals or O rings hidden under the spring on the top of the TB before taking mine apart. Were there any seals I didn't see in the video? I was hoping I can replace some O rings to fix the problem before junking it and getting another one.

[@enchantedwenis4994]

The “stopper thing” is an idle set screw. Keep up the good work.

[@user-vlad385]

Fairy tale !!!Well done !

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks Vladimir!

[@outlawflyer7868]

How do you know you just didn't restore a nice paperweight? Have you found a way to see if it worked?

[@trentreusser7972]

How often do you have to refer back to your recordings during reassembly?

[@rdmbyks]

Whould really like to see that e30 when its done!