Francis With The Worlds First 1000HP AWD BMW E36 On Racing Dan Rue, Building BMWs

In todays episode we sit with Francis who owns the world's first 1000hp AWD BMW E36. Francis talks about how he converted the BMW e36 chassis to AWD, how to build a fast BMW e36, and his past races down in Texas, one of those races being against Dan Rue. He also covers how BMW engineers intentionally design cars to break down right out of the warranty period. This episode is full of a lot of gems make sure you guys have your pen and pad ready for this one!
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[@That_Stinger_GT5]

I could hear my bro talk all day about cars. He's descriptive and knowledgeable, and that's so hard to find nowadays. This is a Class A interview here. 👏 Congrats Alpha, this was a W for sure.

[@darius9521]

This guy speaks my language! He's an engine guy who knows his shit, not a purist who's stuck on one thing, but open minded and well versed in many platforms. We never heard anyone else talking and comparing so many great engines.. m10, m20, m50, m52, s52, n54, n55, s63, hemi apache, k, b, h, jz, rb, 4g, coyote, daza, aan, 3b...

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you sir, I appreciate every platform, not just bmw, I'm a true enthusiast.

[@importtuner31]

First episode where someone has an inkling of a brain . Smart dude there !

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you sir

[@M2C_mike]

Agreed

[@OneShotKilla_]

​@TheFramos318 I'm in south jersey. I want to turbo my e46 m3.. Should be good for 600hp stock block right. If it's a healthy block I mean! I seen way more power on vids but don't want much at 1st that's down the road.

[@trickiestjet1079]

Disagreed. The guy who made the 2JZ beamer also the jamaican guy knew what he was talking about. At least about half his guests know what they're talking about in their respective fields

[@khelangraham3071]

Facts of the few episodes I've watched, I don't feel like skipping anything because I'm learning something, it's just ago who's running what second quarter mile... Or bragging, or street race stories, he giving value in his lecture... Engineering degree very logical..

[@vonknight5311]

Met Frank at 2014 H2oi when I had my 325is e30. Bruh was sitting on the side of Coastal chillin and I asked about his build. I thought it was a m3...when I tell you, he schooled me on not only his build but bmw's in general, changed my life. I loved BMW's but I didn't know how deep the rabbit hole went with the lore or what was possible with the various engine platforms. I continued to see Frank at events/tracks like Englishtown, and he was always beating cars he had no business beating, but would break and showed up better like nothing happened. I hit him up when I was building my m52b28 and he gave me the same formula he said in the vid. I ended up going a different direction, building my s54, but everything he's saying is straight-up facts. Frank is the truth, and I'm glad he did this interview. This podcast is goated. But, now I have to port my s54 exhaust lol.

[@SeeSamGo_]

The knowledge from this Man is just pure awesome. When people truly know what they’re talking about and he’s not even cocky about it, he’s just having a conversation about his amazing car. And after being brought up then on the pod, much respect from racer to racer and builder to builder. Far beyond my skill today but this is gold of information

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you sir, I appreciate it.

[@SuperThugnifacent]

I was thinkin the same homie I'm in racing school rn hahaha

[@greapsoho]

Bro this was refreshing having someone who truly knows his stuff. You should interview Devin Niemela hes the first 2020? Type R AWD. Theres also this crazy smart engineer who built the 1st AWD Mustang. He fabs and programs just about everything in his home garage and his channel is No Production Value Garage. It would be awesome to get some more innovative small time builders who really actually know what they're doing while pushing the boundaries.

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you man

[@jordinbrown5818]

Bro he needs Devin on here that dude is a wizard with cars would be so 🔥

[@Al-vl3tp]

This guy knows his stuff. He's a real engineer

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you boss

[@niks_playz850]

Making your guests feel comfortable enough to speak openly and share stories is a skill. Well done

[@dreday-z4655]

This truly is the best interview so far. So much technical knowledge and free game given out for the m5x platform here. Frank is a humble legend that’s been an inspiration to me to stay in the m50/52 motors for my e30/36!

[@Erick.castillo]

Super well spoken guest. a lot of knowledge. Best pod yet imo. Bless

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you 💪🏼

[@Jbacogeorge]

Frank is a class act! Super intelligent, and very knowledgeable. Always a pleasure speaking and discussing what we can do to better this platform throughout the years. Keep up the great work. If anyone is looking for an honest business man and looking for exceptional work Frank is your man. 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

[@darryljohnson879]

Bro needs his own podcast to help us out with build our cars up

[@Francis_von_louie]

I always try to answer people's build questions

[@JustPhilTv21]

This is what this podcast should be about, just straight to the business, dude has a wealth of knowledge, im not even a bmw guy by any means but this information has me interested in the platform

[@Francis_von_louie]

Than you for watching, I appreciate it 💪🏼

[@SCUUZEM3]

Man this was AMAZING to watch😂 wasnt expecting to sit through the full 2 hours. But its just a breath of fresh air to listen to someone who loves the scene and actually studied automotive engineering and knows exactly whats hes saying with actual math and physics to back up his claims. Love to see it! Keep it up!

[@wallinontheweb]

Best podcast I seen on here bro! He’s as humble and as straight up as it gets. Explaining why you would and why you shouldn’t👌🏽

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you man

[@wallinontheweb]

@@Francis_von_louie for sure bro! Just subbed to your channel. You got a really interesting point of view and your car is crazy. Hopefully we get to see some more content🫡❤️

[@dirty2jz283]

Frank is very smart and a good talker, very educated in the car community. From working for PetrolWerks to doing his own thing, he’s always had the knowledge to do well.

[@speed_is_peace2217]

Listening up kids this man dropped knowledge that cost me 50k to learn for free.

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you guys 💪🏼💪🏼

[@antonylimbouris1992]

So glad there’s no one chiming in and killing this interview.

[@Elegantloft111]

I think you found your new co host.. he is very knowledgeable..

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you sir

[@M3FERD]

Great Video. Frank is extremely knowledgeable. He built my s52 for me. Exactly what he said about the oil pump but is exactly what happened to my motor. Had to open the entire motor and just rebuilt the entire thing.

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you bro, hope all is well!

[@onesikm3]

⁠@@Francis_von_louiehey when you spoke about the guy who did the port matching ect. Was that done by gdmengineering ?

[@v12nyc]

My man frank so freakin knowledgeable and on point ! All shop owners and car enthusiasts need a page from his book

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you bro 💪🏼

[@v12nyc]

@@Francis_von_louie no problem bro !! ⚡️💪

[@shifty1927]

This is awesome. Been following francis for a while. My pops and i built the first 1000whp e36 328 back in 06. Also first in the 9s. With a best of 9.9 @ 160... awd would of helped us alot back then. But as a "retired" racer im happy to see people still pushing the platform 20 years later. Also cool hearing rktunes.. we sold jordan our tube chassis e36 back in day.

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you!

[@karlcin]

The fire ant. Miss seeing that car.

[@shifty1927]

@@karlcin damn haven't heard that name in forever. Kinda forgot about it.

[@karlcin]

@@shifty1927 I rode in the car way back in 06 when it had like 650hp before it got super wild.

[@placeholdername3206]

This is one of the only people you've had on this show that isn't talking out out their ass, and just bragging non stop. This guy knows what hes talking about. Was wondering why he dind't just swap what he could over into an E46 that already come AWD. I know the E46 chassis is a little more fragile, but still. Would save a lot of time.

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you sir, I appreciate it

[@thez3226]

e46 never came AWD.

[@placeholdername3206]

@@thez3226 Yes it did

[@bencrosbie6003]

Listened on spotify twice and now watched on youtube..what a legend. Cheers ✌️

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you man

[@khemchee4685]

This is your best guest, this guy knows his shit, super humble and just seems super legit.

[@stamadon]

This dude is life goal in terms of cars.... ability to communicate his knowledge level 9000... props to him

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you, I try to communicate as best I can, I know not everyone knows all the lingo

[@Pandaproductions516]

Frank is the GOAT of E36 platforms he revived my car from DOA and has been running strong ever since it left his shop

[@motormouth813]

Shout out to my boy for rocking the Tampa Bay Buccaneers hat!!! 813 babyyyyy!!!

[@Francis_von_louie]

💪🏼💪🏼

[@ciscogonca]

Really good episode here! This is probably the best the best couple of hours ive spent on youtube in a very long time!!

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you man, I appreciate it

[@MRSTYFFakaLloydDStiff1]

Really good interview as a diehard E36 running a SC set up making over 600whp but I love it well balanced. I know this guy and he is really kool 👍🏾 I bought my first Fully loaded 94 325is with dove grey Vader seats & tilted steering wheel with all sorts of options in 1999. I’m on my 3rd one now. I got a mk5 golf R32, a built B8 Audi A4 a 95 C36 AMG and the E36 is still my favorite ❤️

[@binaryerrol1408]

As an Engineer myself, Brilliant topic conceptualising, perfect description of the definitions, this is a person who love his work and understands it fully. Just brilliant!

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you, I appreciate the kind words

[@ronmarshall725]

​@@Francis_von_louieSame... Loved this whole interview! Real Car man. If you don't mind me asking what's the name of your shop?

[@williamgoodnguyen7996]

One of the best podcasts yet, love hearing the technicals and the concepts, s/o to frank for the knowledge

[@MultiRuffryder]

I never watched long podcasts before but this was pure gem of podcast with tons of facts and knowledge. Big fan of this guy already

[@SuperThugnifacent]

Facts bro these niggas spreading knowledge for the racing community

[@Rdsince17]

my fave episode thus far. very informative and humble

[@Callm3daddy93]

I've listened to a lot of your podcasts/interviews. This one is the best 100% I feel like some of these guys teuelly just want the clout. This dude knows his stuff, a true enthusiast not chasing numbers, and knows his stuff.

[@shattatia]

that's why one of the best upgrade for the Z'S are gear ratio upgrades to wake it up..Then had on some bolt on and have fun

[@OmarGarciaElDeLa_O]

Wow, that guy is pure knowledge. Thanks...🙏 🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷

[@reuben10ify]

Learned a lot, keep up this standard of podcasts 🔥🔥

[@bland3429]

Here’s is where Frank interview himself. Props to the knowledge Frank!

[@sydewayzmo3905]

Found y’all thru Mike Myke. Your pod got a helluva vibe. Since last night i’ve watched about 3 episodes so far. Strong work and much love from Cali!

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you 💪🏼💪🏼

[@UmarIbnRocha7114]

Also the 2JZ as he stated was developed by a German engineer race team. Francis definitely knows. To add also that German engineer based the bottom end off an old Mercedes I6 block.

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you sir, Those mercy i6 blocks are still insanely strong to this day

[@UmarIbnRocha7114]

@Francis_von_louie My Father has a Euro 85' 300D 5 speed manual cloth interior that's been sitting for 23 years in my sister's garage. Looks like the 87' we got w164 I believe. I'm thinking about running a fuel cell and overhaul the system. That'd be awesome if I could run it on 93 and E85. The bay is beautiful to work and run a PT6466 on E85 standalone.

[@VADER_225]

That's a good dude right there,enjoyed every minute of it.Would be nice to have him back in the future.

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you for the kind words

[@DkingE39]

Og bmw guys built different

[@Francis_von_louie]

💪🏼💪🏼

[@shereinsuber-ik2cj]

This is my favorite episode from you guys. keep up the good work 💯

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you sir

[@trisbreezydc2]

Watched frank blow this car up and rebuild it in his driveway so many times! Respect!!!

[@robertfuchs7044]

Great episode. A perfect blend of humor and technical discussion!

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you sir 👑

[@Fasteddie1085]

🚥Great interview you guys …Francis is very knowledgeable direct to the point and explains this platform very technically in a way that makes it super interesting to watch 😎👍🏽

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you bro 💪🏼

[@Fasteddie1085]

@@Francis_von_louie yes sir wrench everyday 🛠

[@garlenseong38]

The old timers are priceless. To pass on years of knowledge to younger generations...

[@rozayandfriends]

Yo one of your best interviews, this dude is smart as hell. Learned a lot from this dude !!!

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you man, I appreciate it

[@clarenceperkins3115]

I like the way he explains things, learned a lot from this interview!

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you, I tried to explain things as best I can

[@clarenceperkins3115]

@@Francis_von_louie You are welcome, thankyou for providing such an awesome outlook and perspective, i have a similar outlook and needed to hear a lot of what you spoke about

[@truly_I_say]

E36 M3 is hands down one of my favorite cars and my absolute favorite M3 coupe ever! Timeless, beautiful car

[@Francis_von_louie]

I hope it's always remembered 💪🏼

[@victormolina5448]

Best interview/episode, so much learned.

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you sir

[@jpaez82]

I love learning. I could a forever conversation with this guy. I am super technical as well. I have thoroughly enjoyed this interview. I am at 3/4 through. A wealth of information.

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you sir, I appreciate it

[@clomorales14]

The more technical episode was awesome! I'd love to hear more in the future

[@JInfasho619]

Francis the tuner knows a lot. I learned a lot from this podcast. Good episode.

[@qeni678]

Best episode by far, Plz do a second part

[@Francis_von_louie]

I'm down for a 2nd part

[@M2C_mike]

Best guest imo .. dude has tons of knowledge

[@larabelvie2951]

The Absolute Best episode Yettt !

[@MrYounghighpower]

so much knowledge. listen to this man talk all day

[@Francis_von_louie]

I appreciate it, I'm going to start uploading videos

[@ViperMods_216]

This dude smarter than most of the other guest on the show

[@projectbode]

Wow, super good episode. Lots of good nuggets.

[@JK-dl5nt]

Great episode, amazing technical information...

[@jasonphilips4731]

I learned a lot from Frank during this interview and im not even a BMW guy. Hes very knowledgeable. Bring this guy back for a part 2.

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you sir, I appreciate it

[@jasonphilips4731]

@Francis_von_louie Bro I need you to finish my swap. Lmk I'll tow it to your shop.

[@Flawdagsxr1k]

So much knowledge 💯

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you man

[@countryjerry52]

Engineering explained is a great channel to learn about engines and automotive tech

[@scott8193]

This guys knowledge is so deep. Sheesh ! Guy literally knows the platform like the back of his hand

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you, I'll be posting more videos about the platform.

[@COCONUT98714]

this E36 is a beast!!! it remind me the most quickest car on my island!! in my neighborhood there is a old chinise man that used to work for a racingteam and he built an awesome AWD 1000hp e36 coupe with a S38B38 engine turbo this dude place the engine under the hood more in the back of the car and snap an AUDI gear box and weld, build all the parts himself! draveshaft, alluminuim rollcage, tie rod ect...

[@Efspeedworks]

First podcast I truly enjoyed, dude is humble and down to earth. Most of the other ones they just want their 5min of fame saying first this first that. Specially those mustang guys 😂 good job you made a car fast with bolt ons 😂😂

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you sir

[@Efspeedworks]

@@Francis_von_louie don’t ever change brother. Hope to see you at Pocono this year!

[@troymason8738]

He knows his shit ! I can listen to this type of car talk all day

[@igip831]

Ayy I love how the tone changed when he said “uh yes I graduated in engineering” 😂😂 good shit let em know u got the switch up

[@sunesylvester]

Sounds like he know his way around bmw's for sure, but there has bin many awd e36 with +1000hp over here in Europe the last +20 years. Nothing new under the sun there.. but its still an awesome build he got. 🏁🏁🏁 He seems like a good guy

[@boricuacutta]

Great episode!!! Crazy insight

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you, I appreciate it

[@seabid8462]

I don't even know how I got here but this was informative af. I just learned a bunch man. Good job and keep the videos coming. I didn't know Dan drove fast cars like that lmao. I thought he was just an Instagram guy😅😅

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you sir

[@tylermoore5531]

Favorite guest so far

[@frederickhalljr8947]

Who is this cat? He really knows how to get it done And he knows which car has racing pedigree BMW 💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💥

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you man, it is me 💪🏼

[@tonehawara1435]

Respect 🫡🤝 one of your best interviews 👌😌

[@Theoriginalmichaelmiachel]

@1:26.10 crazy concept of boost is just what isn't going into the engine. love that

[@Francis_von_louie]

Gotta look at it from every angle, that's what my professors used to teach us.

[@onesikm3]

22rpd now offers a pretty legit full kit to turbo the e36 using decent brand parts too 👀

[@Francis_von_louie]

Awesome to know, I know Zach makes alot of good stuff

[@grahamnostalgia1]

Felt like I was in class again, but this time wide awake and listening 😅 Very informative, really enjoyed this one 👍

[@Francis_von_louie]

Lol I tried to teach Boost 101 😂

[@grahamnostalgia1]

😂

[@marceloforbes6527]

i heard he said sunrise hwy, shoutout long island native 💯

[@javidamod]

Wow, awesome guest, always loved the E36 chassis, had one boosted and one on bottle, somehow the 3.0 on bottle felt wilder than the 3.2 on boost...perhaps the Vanos not being in 6 pieces would have helped that boosted 3.2😂...aw well ...

[@alexaddison7391]

Best pod cast yet.

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you

[@R1ATLANTA]

Knowledgeable dude. Speaking facts

[@Adventure2wheelDan]

Sharp !! Tuned in 🎥‼️

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you

[@kenny.da1]

Bro is dropping mad knowledge literally helpful aff 💯💯

[@Francis_von_louie]

I always try to be helpful

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you sir

[@KingGandhi66]

Smart dude learned a lot!

[@Cadolu08]

Currently building and restoring an e36 M3 in the DR I enjoyed watching this a lot

[@Francis_von_louie]

De lo mioooo

[@Cadolu08]

@@Francis_von_louie klk broo muy duro el video y excelente tu trabajo 👏🏻👏🏻 cuando vuelva por allá es posible que los visite

[@Reaper_f30]

Great technical video, really enjoyed this one! Man knows his shit

[@BimmerForce1]

I think its nuts how much knowledge dude knows about cars I wanna build an e36 awd with a b58 this video helped me understand somethings that I needed to learn or I would have had a crash course when I got the car 😂 I don't wanna run crazy hp but like max probably 600hp I want it to be a daily you know but still be quick

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you sir

[@Lex-uf8ju]

Everything he said is facts about the dealer capping and making you send money on repair. But definitely learned a lot bout gear ratios from this

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you for watching 💪🏼

[@D.Magic_]

This was a video good interview

[@Darkeiser.7]

In a huge bmw enthusiast but that new nsx looks awesome!!

[@spacetherace424]

Great podcast man

[@trivium2590]

this dude speaks the truth about enjoying the car!

[@frederickhalljr8947]

Man you really know your stuff

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you, I appreciate it

[@grab2ndgear_eddie869]

Great interview Frank is very knowledgeable salute, i love my 2.8 84mm bore too handle boost well. A AWD 318ti would be nice 😅😎.

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you Eddie

[@gradleycater635]

The road car F1 engines with over 100,000miles is called a seasoned block. When it's gone through that many heat cycles is removes the impurities from the iron. All formula 1 cars manufacturers did it back then.

[@Francis_von_louie]

Cool facts we learn every day

[@UhFuzion]

I have never paid so much attention to a podcast😂

[@slickvic5755]

lol yes an no, the blocks were left outside based on a theory of cryo-freezing, which would make particles tighter and more “dense” increasing rigidity.

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you for the info!

[@visa5175]

Boost by rpm is also great in stand alone ecus, Many turbo cars are ruined with that 4000-5000 turbo spike and after that its only wheelspin. Tuneup boostmap by rpm and its possible to make more useable powerband

[@maxsss03]

Speaks so well, explains so well and this episode in general is just amazing. Good job👍🏼

[@Francis_von_louie]

Thank you sir, I appreciate it.