Building my DREAM CAR! BMW E30 M3 pt. 4

[@bimmerdaddyllc3557]

A few things to note: the front wheel bearings you installed are commonly shared with the E28, however the E30M3 front ABS tone ring is specific to the car, so you'll need to go back and swap your E30M tone rings onto the new wheel bearings for ABS to function properly. Secondly, you installed the subframe brackets you painted upside down/on the wrong sides. If you use those diff spacers, I assume you also got the correct matching subframe bushings from Condor, but the subframe bushings and diff spacers need to match or you will have drivetrain alignment issues. Those Condor front offset control arm bushings are known to move in the bracket once you drive the car and throw off the alignment, so it is common practice to drill and tap the bracket and install a small bolt/screw as a "set screw" to hold the bushings in place to keep them from moving over time if Condor doesn't do that already. And a side note, the factory E30 M3 front strut housings that you aren't using are valuable, so don't throw them out, as are the E30M brake calipers/carriers. Massive Brakes are the go to for a BBK, but the factory braking system is more than capable of stopping the car well, even with a bigger motor, so if you wanted to spend money elsewhere, stock brakes are adequate.

[@matt13ross]

Awesome tips here thank you! The ABS ring thing is annoying to find out now that I fully installed them lol

[@J0uwMoeder]

You truly are a bimmer daddy

[@MathiasDana]

BBK, e46 330 front brakes and e46 328 rear brakes is a god combo that won’t break the bank

[@sofiyactually]

Try 35 years old! I've also got an '89. An E30 325ix touring. Hard to belive some E30s are already turning over 40!

[@xcutiveproducer2478]

Willwood Brakes is the way to go in my opinion. I built the exact car several year ago. Great job my friend. Keep on going ! You are my favorite channel to watch.

[@matt13ross]

Appreciate that, I'm glad you're enjoying the content!

[@WexWerxScott]

Starting to come together! Cant wait to see it driving down the road!

[@007clownfish]

classic M3 legend .... next up restoring a 964 or 993 lets goooooo

[@audiopower69]

Nice project the e30 m3 , their prices are skyrocketing which makes it a really good investment . In my opinion since you had the subframes and all the arms off you should've clean the underbody and protected and a fresh coat of paint . Keep up with the good content.

[@matt13ross]

Rabbit hole I don’t want to go down lol

[@simonmitchell4800]

Hi Matt, thanks for this, very enjoyable viewing. With the front struts, make sure there is no powder coat on the bearing faces - I think I saw some of it cleaned up, but if there is powder coat there, it will crush to dust and your front bearings will go loose. Also please check the torque settings for your front bearings - basically, it’s a big number, and you can’t get it on the bench. You need to torque those bearing nuts up on the car, probably with a great big lever on a breaker bar. (We had these issues on 4 E30 race cars we built)

[@matt13ross]

Yup I removed all the coating with a scotch brite.

[@stevereno6799]

Enjoy your content and admire your energy!

[@stjerna2468]

Great work :) Just a tip, don't know if you bought oem front bearing, the abs ring on the front bearings are m3 spesific only, many use the 5 series, but you have to move over the abs ring from the oem bearing :)

[@christos881]

One of the best looking cars of all time!

[@matt13ross]

That’s right!

[@raymondgrieger9267]

Looking at the scale of these parts it’s shocking how large new cars have become.

[@matt13ross]

I know right??

[@andrebrown8792]

Ha. Your channel influenced me to keep my 996 C4S and now it’s going to make me keep my e30 Alpina C2 tribute. 😊

[@matt13ross]

Awesome projects!!

[@davidrinaldis2351]

You may want to look into roll center spacers for the front. They may be tough to find but are worth it if you plan to lower the front.

[@eugeneshanasy8298]

Great point, makes a huge difference.

[@Moocow444]

Love the videos… keep up the work FYI white vinegar works great to remove rust and way cheaper

[@TheCatoLee]

Miss my e30m3 .. if id do another one, id drop the hard bushings in the diff and the two in the carryer, it makes all noises into the cabin like crazy.. love your builds!

[@karimhuerta597]

For the big brake kit you should define first which wheels you want to mount so you can check your clearance

[@cbatarr]

Matt, I’ve been watching your channel from the beginning. If that squeaky jack isn’t your shop mascot, I don’t know what is. I think I need a squeaky jack tee! Never ditch that jack!

[@matt13ross]

Ahahaha thank you!

[@elt_3]

R1 Concepts big brake kit. Great quality and reasonable pricing.

[@jamiesharpe-m2y]

Great update Matt, as always you’re my favourite on KZbin.

[@matt13ross]

Thanks!!!

[@busybee2125]

Oh man i love it great job. Order the MZ3 rear diff cover it has bigger diff fins and when car is on the ground looks awesome from the back

[@antonyread5595]

I’d change it for an e36 twin ear myself tbh as they are much stronger

[@matt13ross]

Maybe eventually. Baby steps!

[@Joaco1991]

You can do F30 M Sport 4 piston front 2 piston rear calipers and they are not that expensive! 💪🏽

[@paul_isaac]

Nice video lad. Looking forward to seeing the engine going in

[@FluePeak]

When you were doing the front brake lines a tip is to cut the braided section and put a socket on it and hold the tube end with a socket. Use the impact or something to take it off. Less chance of twisting it off.

[@peybackendeavors]

Absolutely awesome to watch!!

[@charha01]

Looking awesome!

[@brandonhackley7067]

Just a helpful tip, the auto part stores have specialty tool that you can rent. You pay up fornt but when you return it you get your money back. A ball joint press is available for rent i believe

[@matt13ross]

I have a ball joint press tool but it won’t work with this stuff.

[@yaeeshdollie]

Thank you for posting bro!

[@stevin8415]

Speak to Lee Massive at Massive Brakes... probably one of the best e30 BBK manufacturers around. He has an option for every requirement.

[@jacoblovette2941]

Big Brake Kit: I went with FC RX7 calipers on my e30 and they were a super easy install. You'll need corrodo brake discs and caliper adapters from Garagistic (if they still make them) or CATuned. For ~$550 I don't think you can do better (unless you want to stick with BMW only parts for this build).

[@grahamalldred7769]

Hi Matt. Graham here from East London, South Africa. I'm actually envious of you. This was my dream, 20 yrs ago when KZbin wasn't a thing. Rebuilt 3 BMW'S with no record 😢. With your inspiration, I think at the age of 51yrs, I should start again in my spare time. I'm a Estate Manager for a private school. Keep up the great work and videos ❤😊

[@matt13ross]

Go for it, you def should!

[@dailydriven991]

I suggest getting a cheap harbor freight motorcycle jack. I use mine for everything except motorcycles since I sold mine lol. Hoisting stuff under the car, rolling stuff around the garage etc. Super handy and way less sketchy than a floor jack. Recently used it to replace the gas tank in my old truck without dropping it on my face.

[@matt13ross]

When I get a bigger garage, yes!

[@chrisleech333]

Loving this build

[@GoPotato69]

10:10 isnt what i signed up for, but def what i stayed for lmao

[@matt13ross]

Ahahaha

[@swift__]

Nice work✅

[@arenasfede]

Nice job matt!!! From Uruguay!!! E30 owner, Best binmer ever made

[@kevinchoy2066]

Really enjoy your content, great job Matt

[@Storstretas]

This i the kind of videos that made me stuck on ur channel, thx for uploading it Cheers from Sweden 🙏🏻

[@matt13ross]

Happy to hear that!

[@samuelkuk1773]

Willwood Big Brake kit is the best option

[@dheerajnair3803]

Awesome content! Had fun watching.

[@beverlycunningham5554]

i love how u show the bolts..ur camera angles rock! and bro u a beast only other guy i seen install something like this is devin when installed the rear diff where he had to hoist it up over his shoulders

[@matt13ross]

Thanks for the compliments!

[@juliusjrgensen9662]

You Can put Porsche 996/Cayenne brakes on the e30, but Then you just have to switch out the e30 hub with a e36 hub, and add a bracket in the kit. And the best part is that you can still fit 17” wheels.

[@juliusjrgensen9662]

@Ulises sanchez, has a very good video that shows the whole process😊

[@matt13ross]

I like that idea!

[@davable2505]

Willlwood is always the best bang for buck in my opinion. However, I think you might be able to do a BMW upgrade to the f30 brakes. Not sure but I think I remember watching something on that.

[@Andrew-ku8du]

Love condor. I use the bushings on my e90. Great stuff!

[@adcampo7601]

Love seeing the progress. You should get yourself a wire wheel/grinder.

[@plus790]

Need a set of good snap ring pliers. Game changer.

[@matt13ross]

I do!!

[@whogivesacrap84]

Another great video Matt !

[@jacksonwestt]

so clean

[@stevenpike7530]

Great stuff…best BMW shape since the E9…

[@timricks1149]

Another great! Fun! Video to watch. The best shade tree mechanic on KZbin

[@matt13ross]

Thank you so much!

[@RichardoMilos]

Rim ideas: Azev A, BBS Honeycomb, Borbet A

[@davidhill3606]

Nice job!

[@kyallaiken7801]

Willwood 100% no question

[@MrJeddurso]

When he says, “For the final time” when installing something, make a mental note. How many videos later will he remove it to either fix something or make a performance mod? That subframe will come off within 3-4 videos!

[@matt13ross]

I hope the subframe stays lol

[@carlosedu9224]

Hi Matt!!!!! I love the E30 as I love them other projects

[@raymondmudie8219]

Wilwood brakes would be the way to go…. plenty options and great bits of kit

[@colentrix]

I love the e30 project

[@Rob-tq5ym]

thats a super looking car,great video,great content

[@marcxjoncasx2896]

danm mat u look in shape , keep the good work love ur video

[@007clownfish]

What Matt can do on his own is incredible as is the quality of the super interesting builds. Hands down best pound for pound automotive youtube channel 🤯

[@matt13ross]

Appreciate the support!

[@freshtapcoke]

Whoa something fishy going on here. That looks like MY dream car! I’ll be over next Saturday to pick it up 😂

[@matt13ross]

Ahahahaha

[@eugeneshanasy8298]

Wilwood 6 pot front 4 pot rear would be my advice, my s54 touring pulls up well on them. I had to replace most suspension items in my car as it was a UK import and had rust deep on all suspension parts. I am interested in your choice of going steal control arms and not alloy cost perhaps, my understanding is all M3s run alloy, I guess it reduces unsprung weight; however, I think geometry is the same.

[@Stoney1985]

F30 340i brakes all round, cheap and more than capable for the lighter E30, look good too

[@Boostd_c10]

As for the bearing race you can weld them and they fall off

[@juanpenaloza1894]

you should invest in a ultrasonic cleaner. it would make those brand new with the right cleaning solution.

[@stephensansom1492]

Looking good. Should have been titled pt.4 Hammer time 😂

[@matt13ross]

Hahaha yes!

[@alandelon1536]

awesome job bro......

[@manqkasgarage6215]

25:21 not completely sure,but I think the e38 Brembo brakes fit on there with maybe a slide modifications.

[@Xoxo92q]

This is expensive stuff right here 😆

[@S2NAZ]

Bimmerdaddyllc3557 shared some good info. Might want to revisit those. The car is gonna be tight Matt, nice work 👊🏻

[@matt13ross]

Appreciate that! 🙏🏻

[@1GeniusFX]

Hey Matt, Great video! I noticed, though, that it looks like the new rear wheel bearings might have been damaged when you Installed them. It's important to press the wheel hub in rather than hammering it, to avoid issues. Just a heads-up! Greetings from Germany!

[@matt13ross]

They are good just not fully seated in yet

[@antonyread5595]

Get rid of that solid rear differential bushing. It will be horrendous, replace the rear cover with an e36 medium case ‘twin ear’ cover. You will need to make up a mounting point but it will be a hell of a lot stronger and nicer to drive! Also New wheels on the 997 😍

[@matt13ross]

It’s not solid. I’m hoping it’s not too bad. And thanks!

[@bestofstorytimes]

Please keep it red🤌🏻

[@petechounet4108]

Hi Matt. Is there oil in your diff? I've recently seen a french ladd who forgot to fill is E30 diff. He destroyed it

[@matt13ross]

I do need to check that lol

[@bapangjay1980s]

Wilwood brakes with red calipers

[@BDE325]

Massive Lee BBK, hit condor up with Suspension Techniques Swaybar Set - E30

[@matt13ross]

Thank you!

[@buster8295]

Matt, buddy, I get that a press is expensive, but, pounding stuff like bushings into their wells can be destructive. I also do not have a press, but, a variety of sizes of c-clamps on hand should take care of most of those times when you have to do this. Just a helpful hint. Love the vids, man, have been subscriber since I found you. Keep on keepin' on, my friend!

[@matt13ross]

The main problem is actually space. I just don’t have any in my garage.

[@PompeyMatt17]

currently doing the same job on my '98 Z3. Yep assemble everything possible on the subframe before lifting!. with regard bushings most in the Z3 fraternity stay OEM as poly is way to harsh, E30s will be heavier so may not be such an issue. Also it's easier to assemble the brake components before putting in the drive flange...finally be very careful using a torch on brake lines if they have fluid in them as they will explode. Ask me how I know ! ..

[@matt13ross]

I’m hoping it doesn’t vibrate too much lol

[@J_K_L-ef6nr]

Aside from brakes. ECS has the master cylinder upgrade kit to consider from a 7 series

[@matt13ross]

I’ll have to research that.

[@bensouth1667]

Good maths Matt 😉😂 still will let you off as the rest of it is quality 🙌

[@Moonplant432]

Wilwood is excellent, however Brembo is appropriate for a European car. Wilwood is a better look for American projects. And round it off with BBS wheels.

[@tentywenty]

just came back from replacing the 2 main subframe bushings in my e36 318ti compact 2 hours ago kind of ironic lol

[@jeffhammond8969]

Nice work. You should re zinc plate and yellow chromate the hardware. Unprotected hardware will rust very quickly. I do have a Racing Dynamics rear sway bar that fits an E36, not sure if it would also work for an E30.

[@matt13ross]

Zinc would be great but I don’t have the time or budget for that. Not building a show car here.

[@jeffhammond8969]

@ ah, it really doesn't cost that much. I've been doing it for a couple of years for my Porsches, and you can get all the stuff for about 300 total, and you have it for all your projects!

[@belledetector]

Stoptech should have kits

[@AndreasMüller-l5s]

Yes! 🙌 🥳

[@c0rpse1]

hell ya thank you man

[@dhstube]

Your diff output flanges are taken from an e46 330i diff. Original output diff flanges from e30 M3 have 6 drilled holes @60° instead of e46 330i placed in pairs. Check if you have and lsd diff or an open diff

[@matt13ross]

I bought it used. It’s LSD

[@troyprudhomme8222]

Yo Matt just a piece of advice... When handling all of those harsh chemicals, make sure you throw some gloves on. It's an extra step but may save you some minor health issues.

[@matt13ross]

Agreed, the main reason I didn't is because this evaporust is safe, reusable, and apparently good to touch.

[@vukasinvlajic152]

@@matt13ross Yeah i second what troy wrote, please be careful when handling chems. Your health outweighs any car project.

[@GoPotato69]

was ab to say the same lmao but turns out evaporust is specifically meant to only react with rust and is completely non-toxic and skin safe but yea the burning tingle isn't a fun one, especially bc ur fingers got so many nerves

[@cristmh]

Matt, Matt, Matt! Wear a respirator when you're painting. Yes, even outside!

[@acsbimmer]

Just a heads up, its always recommended to use red loctite on lug bolts not blue.

[@matt13ross]

The instructions said blue

[@BG-ri8ww]

Hi Matt, Diff Nuts at 4:04. Are they in safety? Doesn’t seem to be enough thread into the nylon lock feature of the nut. Think your spacer might be too thick or you need longer threaded studs. Trying to help a brother here, not pick at you. Great work, admire all you do.

[@matt13ross]

I’ll check on that. Thanks!

[@PaulJames-i1q]

VERY NICE 👍💪

[@TeamTristanRacing]

How much stiffer are those bushes compared to something like polybushes.

[@JeffPagano-i3w]

Torque wrench what??? 👏

[@MRBRENTHOWARD]

Bon Appetit! 🤣

Hi Matt, please read the Alpine Archive B6 3.5S. If this is your inspiration, you are a legend :). Greetz from Belgium and love the channel.

[@kilove1]

Dude I know it’s the E 30 time to shine… in this video but wow😮 that 997 looks mega cool 😎 in the background 🙌💯👍👏🚗👓🥇👊🏽

[@matt13ross]

Love that thing too!

[@WieDrDerJonge]

You should have all the hardware replated. Cheap and looks like new OEM again.

[@Explosives-Norway]

You should putt a s54 B2 30 in it would be nice

[@flat4-]

Matt just rebuild the complete front and rear axle of his M3 on Crocs. You should change your name to Matt Croc. Awesome work and just kidding of Course 😊😮😊

[@matt13ross]

Matt Croc. That’s awesome lololol