DREAM SPEC BMW M3 Redemption Build

[@marcorgnt8741]

To fully fill the DCT you need to hook up a laptop with ISTA and run the fluid fill procedure. The software moves some stuff around in the transmission and lets you get those last few liters of fluid in. If you don't do this your DCT will be underfilled and you will have very rough shifting conditions (and high temperatures) which can destroy your transmission especially if you track it. There is no other way to do this properly without ISTA, which can be found for free on the internet. Also there are aftermarket oversized billet DCT pans that can hold more fluid than the stock plastic pan. If your trans is getting hot at the track this is something you can look into to lower temps but it is $$$.

[@jason_shootscars]

Huge knowledge for another M3 owner!!

[@henryfernandez329]

How do you gain access to ISTA? I want to have access to it for my E92 but i haven’t been able to figure it out after extensive search on the internet

[@mostlyuselessgarage]

25:09 PT's reaction on 1st start was wholesome! Redemption achieved

[@hkg5321]

Not sure if this has been said but the DCT has a bleeding procedure which requires you to put it into gear while it’s running, could explain why it didn’t take all the oil.

[@dfraczek93]

This 👆

[@greenman7131]

Care to explain?

[@BHSAHFAD]

I don't get these S65 engine owners that think all you need to do is replace your rod bearings and you'll be fine, the MAIN BEARINGS WILL KILL A S65 IF YOU DON'T REPLACE THEM!! The reason why this issue exists on S65 engines is because of the timing chain pulling down on the crank too much. If you want actual piece of mind you need to replace the main bearings.

[@neversettle7666]

I for one would have rebuilt the old motor if possible, or atleast rebuilt the new one and not spent all the cash on things like carbon intake or wheels. Just asking for this thing to go bang IMO

[@adriaanserrao2016]

You have clearly watched m539 restorations, it's weird that it's only a s65 but not s85 problem. This engine will blow again with the exact same problem.

[@BHSAHFAD]

@@neversettle7666 but seriously, it blows my mind that anyone with an S65 thinks replacing rod bearings is all the maintenance they need to do. One video recently that comes to mind is "103k-Mile BMW M3 S65 V8 Engine Teardown - E92 M3 - Project Frankfurt: P4" where the guy does an actual rebuild of an S65 and 40 minutes into the video we get a look at how these main bearings are on their way out. The funny thing to me is how there's so many S65 engines that get rod bearing maintenance and then will still spin a bearing or seize in some mysterious way. That right there should be a clear indication that rod bearing maintenance is not enough, you are just fixing half the problem.

[@lieutenantdan8170]

@@adriaanserrao2016 S85 have single row timing chain that's why

[@BHSAHFAD]

@@adriaanserrao2016 Yes you are right, I do watch m539 restorations, but let me bring up an old 11 year old video "Gintani - Understanding the BMW S65 Motor Bearings" 4 mins into that video you can clearly see the main bearings and again a ton of wear. It should have been a realization to all S65 owners that rod bearing maintenence is only half the equation.

[@poeticlydead]

Aluminum does oxidize, it doesn't rust like steel but left uncoated aluminum will oxidize which is why the powder coated finish is great.

[@Themrpatar]

Did you guys not want to swap the Dinan throttle bodies from your OE motor to this "new to you motor"?

[@kiznile123]

Came to ask the same!!

[@lovemy89240]

Came to ask the same!

[@ohmygodzirra_exe2514]

you might want to check your DCT fluid... once you get the engine running. DCT temperature is the most important factor when starting the DCT fluid service, to ensure the right amount is added, and to ensure you're not gonna end up with slipped clutch disk and overheating. initial fill should be at under 90F/32C till it seeps out, then i would double check the fluid levels, after having the engine idle, and top it off with the dct temp under 104F/40C until the fluid seeps out the fill hole then close it.

[@soopermarkus]

This!!!! 1000% this. If you have under filled the DCT you must follow this advice!

[@jah2mon]

This came together very niceky, great redemption build! Cant wait to hear pete rip on it.

[@jakegoldberg8941]

you have to do the fill procedure on the dct or you will burn the clutches out.

[@starkyslp16]

Wow, that engine bay is a piece of art after the upgrades!

[@kc550]

Crossing my fingers that this one stays alive for many years and grants you multiple track days! The engine bay looks phenomenal and I can't wait to hear the induction noise!! I have a Gruppe M intake on my S52 (E36 M3) which sounds awesome, but it's no ITB fed V8!!

[@kc550]

Just commenting on my own shit here, but Pete better send it after all this. I wanna hear that M3 open up!!!!!

[@fcorivers]

I'm no expert, but with the amount of BMWs I've seen worked on this channel I can confidently write that this is not the last time we are going to see this engine out of the chassis. But I know that's why Pete love BMW, more content in the garage. Also, not an expert in transmissions, but the amount of trans fluid takes into account all the lines and coolers, etc. The way they change the fluid is pretty much cracking and end open and leaking the old fluid slowly while circling through the gears until only new fluid comes out. Then it had taken all 9 ltrs or whatever the ridiculous amount of fluid is.

[@rw3915]

Hey Fellas - I have a E46 M3 since new. When I hit the 195K mile point, I finally got they conn rod bearing replaced. When I hit 80K, I retired the car from autocrossing and track events. From there on ouy, I just drove the car like a normal car (shift at 3.5K rpms). I religiously changed the oil every 5K miles. The bearings on my car wore through the first coating quite thoughly but the second coating and copper was not reached. Not bad for 195K miles. Like you fellas say, my shop, who prepares many E46 SPEC race cars, I had the magnesium valve cover on my E46M replaced. It's as tight as a drum, meaning no oil leaks up top. On my old E46M, my other fave shop, Lang Racing Development, they use Motul for both the rear differential & the gearbox; at the current mileage of 215K (original clutch!!! ), it has never felt more precise and slick. When you fellas were taking about ITB operator, when I reaxhed about 205K miles, I was getting the occassional DTC, and had it soon replaced. I bought a gas pedal and have been waiting for about 7 months for the back ordered part. Thank goodness the original one has not decided to call it quits. Yeah, my E46M is FAR from new, but I have no car payment, and the cars still runs well. This was a great video. Keep up the good work!

[@ashtoncarlisle2750]

To a fellow s65 owner please replace your Vanos washer to metal ones. I blew my motor because the plastic ones will fail and cause then to block oil passages. Also I’ve had nothing but issues with CSF, switch over to do88 you won’t be disappointed.

[@nycshelbygt500]

For the DCT, there is an a cable harness opening at the top with an O-Ring that leaks. It might look like the pan is leaking, but it is the O-Ring. The O-Ring is too small and shrinks over time, causing a leak. The new O-Ring is thicker, but hard to get to once the DCT is installed. Replace the engine motor mounts with the rod bearing service (they collapse) and the transmission mounts. When servicing the TVAs, replace the small plastic fuel tank breather valve ($35) and the Idle Control Valve (ICV) and Rails ($$$$). They are defective and cause your idle to jump around after 60k-80k miles.

[@Smokkedandslammed]

Its hard to watch your friend continue on with an abusive relationship. Shes just gonna break your heart again bro. You have to rip her heart out first before she gets you. Put a 2j in her or LS swap her and she'll never hurt you again 💕

[@johncanale3454]

I could picture DP's smirk when he said it was easier to work on then the Honda. 😂😂

[@geoffreyadams6236]

PT, your commitment to BMW's is inspiring. "These valve covers have likely never been off. This engine being so low mileage there would have been no need." But the rod bearings have been replaced. Cheers guys, keep gettin' it!

[@16vPete]

Proper E90 content here, awesome work!

[@johnd830]

It’s great to see you guys get redemption with this car. I was about 12 years old when these came out and I have wanted one ever since. I still break my neck when I see one, especially a sedan. Would love to have one just like yours one day!

[@TML34]

PT, I know you're a BMW enthusiast, but it's well-known that VAC has very "spotty" reputation with the community. I'm not saying everything they sell is garbage, but the rod bearing "upgrade" VAC sells does not undergo the same QA process that the BE bearings do, at least that's how it was a few years back. Again, not saying the VAC bearings will grenade, but it's something that isn't just an internet fable. Also, the BE-ARP bolts aren't exactly the same as VACs, the BE bolts offer slightly less clamping force than the VAC (even though they both come from ARP).

[@therealboofighter]

6:00 I believe they referring to you. Thank you for proving their point.

[@TML34]

@@therealboofighter I don't disagree with them in general, but there's plenty of history with VAC.

[@Alex0992]

​@@therealboofighteryou would have a point but the last engine blew up after they changed rod bearings

[@fungayoyo]

E90M3 owner myself here. Envy lots of your mods. Keep it up!

[@wreak3r]

That looks great! Although I would HIGHLY recommend replacing the VANOS covers, they are plastic and they can fail, mine failed and I had it replaced with SLOAN clip ons, there are many other options out there for them, the clip ons being the easier ones because no need to worry about timing.

[@ashtoncarlisle2750]

Blew my motor because of this

[@micraw714]

​@@ashtoncarlisle2750due to the plastic ones coming apart or aftermarket metal ones slipping off?

[@ashtoncarlisle2750]

@@micraw714 the OEM plastic ones

[@micraw714]

@@ashtoncarlisle2750 dang sorry to hear that, did you end up sourcing another engine for it or doing a rebuild?

[@ashtoncarlisle2750]

@@micraw714 rebuild a used engine 17k later smh

[@witchcraftauto]

Now you have The Ultimate Driving Machine! Such a beautiful car.

[@lMlIlKlE8D]

Awesome rebuild, that was fun to watch!

[@nicolasramos6770]

I have the exact same model year M3, went Karbonius intake never looked back. Weight is always a contentious topic with DCT model vs manual track builds but with the right modifications the E90 DCT dream build is definitely worth the journey!

[@gaivoron]

Must be nice, with free parts. I'm jelly!

[@kc550]

Lol Peter with his classic defeated exhales 😮‍💨😤 Cheer up Pete!!

[@nosn.8710]

Engine bay looking sweet!

[@alfyer5]

For the dct I’m surprised you guys didn’t do the side pan or the oring at the top. On the other hand can I please buy your old xpipe?

[@naiart82]

Thumbs up for Canada. And nice choice of music, too 👍

[@raomotorsports]

This video is a masterclass for any E92 M3 owner 🤌

[@RedE93M3]

I love my NRW valve covers. Great investment for a great motor

[@micraw714]

Good to hear, I'm about to order a set for mine! Are you running metal vanos covers also? I picked up a set of VTT ones, hoping they're solid 🙏

[@luistroll22]

I ordered my license plate frame right now. Thanks, guys. It's a nice video like always

[@yuriypolevoy]

We finally got the build series we were hoping for in round 1 vs the CTR, albeit under unfortunate circumstances. That engine bay is stunning can’t wait to see the rest of the mods! Thrilled for you Pete

[@billythebimmerguy]

So glad you came back with the M3. I love that car

[@essenceofsias]

That intake sounds incredible.

[@yaboykawz]

Just a little tickle of the throttle at the end there, nice. 😉👍🏽

[@GanjaFo2o]

Those valve covers just added another reason not to own one of these cars ! 1200 OUCH !!! Im crying for the parts on my g imagine how much the bill for this rebuild would be without sponsors !

[@carlwinslow4175]

Yeah I almost clicked away when he said the VC are only 1200 bux

[@soopermarkus]

You should see what the stock magnesium valve covers cost. Stupid expensive.

[@msoydanjr]

GR Corolla lurking in the back 👀

[@VS666]

great episode! i'll never buy a used BMW but I love watching you guys work on them! btw, where do you get your music library from? always love the audio on this channel

[@aywall5905]

You guys do good work pulling motor and trans and fixing everything thstd the best way

[@earnestbunbury2103]

22 years of BMW plastic radiators and the only problem I've had was with the aluminum ones from both Ebay and Mishimoto. Never lasted more than a year before I needed another one...

[@kiznile123]

Saaaaaaaaame, 25 years of BMW ownership across many cars and never had a plastic(FRP: fiber reinforced plastic)radiator or thermostat housing fail...Now expansion tanks? Okay yeah those explode a lot. 🤣

[@johnamsantiago2580]

PT's redemption arc with the m3 is so satisfying. Can't wait to see it on the track!!

[@jtjt3823]

Glad you haven’t given up on this car

[@NoodLeFX]

Those blue valve covers though 😍

[@harrisonmacpherson6830]

Great music choices this video guys!

[@andysgaragetherapy]

Talk about making the best of a bad situation! The lemonade on this one sure is sweet🥳

[@uncleben4536]

Surprised you didn’t do the vanos covers. It would have been a nothing job while you had the valve covers off. The factory plastic covers get brittle with time and break/crumble. Slon makes covers as well as evolve I believe.

[@micraw714]

I just ordered the VTT metal ones, hoping they're solid🤞

[@lester6166]

Love that you're going the distance with this build. Being a redemption build, will it see a track day before winter takes over?

[@Aiello_]

the carbon intake and blue valve covers combo look beautiful, it might be the nicest looking engine bay you guys have done so far

[@90heroes]

Did the Dinan throttle bodies from the old motor go on the new one?

[@patrickhall782]

I was wondering that myself. Never heard them mentioned.

[@samclose7188]

You should’ve done an equal length header install as well!

[@kc550]

Of course BMW adds a coating beneath those valve covers that chips away and contaminates the oil... blows my mind, but I'm also not surprised. I feel as though BMW engineers their vehicles to fall apart the day after the warranty expires.

[@TassieLorenzo]

BMW stands for quality and excellence in engineering! ☺ /s I'm suss on stuff like plastic breather hoses being designed to last, but I think the stuff inside the engine (like M54 oil pump bolts coming loose etc) is just genuine mistakes. To be fair, Honda is not that much better anymore on the L15 turbo.

[@kc550]

@tassielorenzo7070 hahah I wish that were the case! I'll stick with 80s/90s bimmer products. Modern engines are overcomplicated, and it's probably a challenge to keep the BOM costs down, thus having to use substandard materials. Win win for then as they just put the financial burden on the owner and replace said parts more frequently at the dealer. However I'm glad aftermarket solutions like what Pete's used, exist. There's hope out there!

[@aMcConghie16]

Best auto channel on KZbin

[@webguitars]

One of my favorite episodes. Nice job guys.

[@clintavo]

I'm afraid this engine will pop on track like the last...

[@tsncampbell]

Congratulations Pete!! That plenum cover is sooooo wicket. I’m very close to pulling the trigger on one. Can’t wait to see the rest of the mods.

[@nicolasbenoit6753]

Kazushige Sakamoto called. He wants some of that CARBON FIBAH!!

[@chubbylee240]

Getting Lexus F engine vibes with the blue covers

[@psr_m3]

Really enjoying all of your E90 M3 content! You make everything look so easy lol. Tasteful mods! I need to start saving...

[@titiwin25]

6:03 ... Good old "Trust me bro" ... 🤣

[@murtgman]

Dream car and colour and now the eventuri intake setup... Perfection.

[@MaximilianHalus]

Why did you choose to not swap over the Dinan throttle bodies and pulley?

[@michaelbaudouin9980]

Good idea for a future project. K Swap CR-Z. Rip out hybrid and make the CRX replacement we should have got. Rebadge CRZ Si.

[@wparsons]

Did you end up swapping the Dinan TB's over to the new engine?

[@Savorychicken41]

Wow amazing, so glad you guys brought it back to life and better than ever before. Nice job 👍

[@SVVVYEDITS]

Gonna be following this build

[@Brandon-C.]

I'm glad this video happened, thanks guys!

[@emc3065]

All the Eventuri stuff is made by Evolve Automotive also. They're based in the UK and make some great products, with good fitment and computational modelling for all the air flow as well. Always a great way to add some bling to a BMW engine bay.

[@carlozaappaa5427]

Sounds amazing Pete!

[@capturedbyhussnain]

Congratulations and well done guys! Sounds really healthy too! I would like to suggest getting the car tuned maybe from Eurocharged (North York) for the car to run better with those intakes. For my E46 M3 after upgrading the intake plenum, I went with a base remote tune that a guy from Iran did for me and ran much better afterward.

[@DriverJsGarage]

I love seeing some good BMW content.

[@m42b14]

Have you guys thought about switching to a 5w50 vs the 10w60? I know I know... The internet is a rabbit hole but there are several builders that document the benefit of switching to it. Love the BMW content 😃

[@THESMARTERMAN555]

With the higher redline on this motor, I agree with thicker oil especially in hotter climate.

[@aDaWaN]

@@THESMARTERMAN555 No, it is rather the opposite. Pete and Dave are in Canada, so pretty cold climate. Most wear on the bearing is during cold start. I would run a 5W50 as well, much less wear during cold starts in the winter. With the upgraded CSR oil cooler it also gives them some margin on the warm side.

[@doublesidedtape1000]

I have a CSF oil cooler on my e46 m3, but for that car, their radiator is a no-go at least for street cars. I had to go back to stock, and lots of people on the forums have had issues with the CSF rad. I hope it works better with the e90.

[@speedacademy]

What issues?

[@firdaustalukder3328]

Pete before this the old motor had some special dinan upgrade such as the throttle bodys so arent you gonna use it

[@Red6er]

Dude, this thing is shaping up to be great. Love the carbon fiber intake and manifold. The blue valve cover and carbon strut braces looks amazing. Exhaust looks good too. Glad the bearing were almost new too. Keep up the vids!

[@TyMYLINE]

Def enjoying this series on the E90. I had a 335i E90 a few years back, which I didn't get to fully enjoy because it got T-Boned and totaled only a few months after I got it. Always wanted to get another one but this time a E90 M3. Would love to see more content on the air cooled Porsche too if you still have it. Great stuff as usual guys!

[@PhantomShane914]

335>m3

[@TassieLorenzo]

@@PhantomShane914 Nah. NA > turbo! The throttle response is just no comparison, it's physically impossible for the 335i (or the modern S55 M3 & M4) to have the same throttle response as the S65 or S54 with their individual throttle bodies. That the turbo engines are faster? Who cares! Quality beats quantity. ...Pete already gets his turbo fix by having a 930 Turbo instead of a Carrera RS in any case. 😉

[@romeored3889]

Its funny how y’all work methodically on Pete’s BWM vs when y’all worked on Dave’s civic hitting everything with the impact and using Dave’s internal torque wrench meter 😂

[@TassieLorenzo]

BMW drivers have more OCD! Stretten from M539 Restorations enjoys a good torque wrench too, lol.

[@MelonTL_YH2]

m3 is alive!

[@hydrolics5449]

The beauty is back, can't wait a video of you guys driving it :)

[@andydhillon1977]

Such a great feeling when.a dead car is briught back to life!

[@jp2246]

9:55 oooh, ahhh... very nice!

[@14KShadow]

What a glorious glorious build! I can't wait to hear it

[@ralphthered1]

loving the channel as always, but don't think that we don't see that EF in the background...🙃

[@lancoston]

Can’t wait to see this beast on the street ❤

[@cpy]

Watching like a hawk to make sure he doesn't put those VAC rod bearings in again. Replaced perfectly fine rod bearings with VAC, and kaboom.

[@9kalltheway]

So many problems on the bmw. No wonder why I stick with my B18C 💪. I will say this M3 is a dream own of mine as well. I hope it rips and I'm sure it will sound amazing guys. Pumped for ya!

[@jrbuch]

Didn't your old motor have Dinan individual throttle bodies on it? Did you bring them over to your new engine?

[@toreberger646]

🍀Good Luck with new engine🍀M3 coming along very nicely🍀

[@benclement7569]

I’ve heard the dinan strut tower braces can rub on the eventuri plenums

[@catvisimo]

looking better then ever ! Bravo guys !

[@epiccheatmealday1180]

This car is going to be such a pleasure to drive. Let’s not drive it in anger for a while please. How about a Speed Academy road trip. Also the new merch is 👌 especially the new hat. Will definitely pick up if not sold out!

[@atflores85]

The e90 is back baby!

[@mikeynuno537]

Yes! What we’ve been waiting for! Sweet redemption baby

[@SXV550]

When you saw the arp hardware you sounded just like shoresy from letterkenny haha.

[@timmason5230]

thanks legends!

[@Khan_Art_]

Love BMW content. Keep it coming.

[@jasoneschen2150]

Masterpiece under the hood

[@BryanBetz22]

Yooo! Can’t wait to see it all finished!