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Date: 10-11-06 08:21
From: Joser in Chino, So Cal

Subject: The Start of the 74 redo

So I bought this 74 on ebay for $2500 and when I drove it home at night it vibrated like no tomorrow. Looked at it the morning and the center bearing was competely demolished.
So here what I started with:
74 2002 suspension redone with lowered HR spring, Bilstiens and
complete urethane components. Has an Ansa and has some rust on the fender and below the gas tank.
Here is what I've done:
Resealed the engine since it had oil leaks everywhere.
Installed new IE urethane motor mounts.
Refurbished the slop in the shifter, much better now
Relocated the battery to the truck with a rear strut bar.
Installation of VDO series 1 guages and older Becker Mexico cassette, and it works, into a redone center console
Refurbished the wheels and installed new Dunlops, they feel better
Next Step:
Repair rust problems
Start removing paint for clean layer of primer and end up with and Inka 74 with euro bumpers and a clean interior.
Pics below, will keep you statused on progress

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Date: 12-29-06 03:14
From: bcthomas122279 in northwest arkansas

Subject: Re: The Start of the 74 redo

Looks familiar

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Date: 12-30-06 05:26 From: chuncomunco in Nassau County, NY Subject: Re: The Start of the 74 redo
Did you get that center console from parker performance? they've got great stuff. _________________ (2760940) 1972 2002Tii Agave, Supersprint Headers, custom side exhaust (passenger side exit), BMP adjustable Short Shifter, Crane XR700, Maxsil Pistons (E12), JB Racing Aluminum Flywheel, ATS Classic Wheels

Date: 1-1-07 01:06 From: Joser in Chino, So Cal Subject: Re: The Start of the 74 redo
Nope did it myself with a piece of aluminum plate then cover it in vinyl. _________________ Joser 73 Inka 2005 Gas Guzzling Yukon

Date: 1-5-07 07:29 From: lsabbat in Upper Marlboro, MD Subject: Re: The Start of the 74 redo
That's a very nice setup....any problems installing the gauges, especially the oil pressure, I am planning on doing the same on my car. Could you please send me some info on where to get necessary parts. Thanks

Date: 1-13-07 03:48 From: Joser in Chino, So Cal Subject: Re: The Start of the 74 redo
Nope, had the console put together minus one side. I had everything pre wired with connectors so it was easy to hook it up when going in. Let me know and I'll take some picks when I have it apart in the next couple of weeks. _________________ Joser 73 Inka 2005 Gas Guzzling Yukon

Date: 4-22-07 04:10
From: Joser in Chino, So Cal

Subject: Re: The Start of the 74 redo

Ok so instead of fixing the rust and painting my 74, I found a 73 already painted. These pics aren't great but the car has been completely stripped down and painted in Inka, which is what I wanted. So I need to get the undercarriage ready for coating and I'll be sending out the subs for powdercoating. More updates to follow.
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Joser
73 Inka
2005 Gas Guzzling Yukon

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Date: 5-17-07 01:37
From: Joser in Chino, So Cal

Subject: Re: The Start of the 72 Redo (New Pics)

Took the old subs out and have them out for powder coating. Waiting for some parts from Blunt. Here is how the undercoating is coming along.
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Joser
73 Inka
2005 Gas Guzzling Yukon

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Date: 5-17-07 02:00 From: HarryPR in Puerto Rico Subject: Re: The Start of the 72 Redo (New Pics)
Looks like you'll get it done in no time now! The painting process always seems to take forever. You were lucky to find that shell... _________________ HarryPR BMWCCA #19290

Date: 5-17-07 02:25 From: BLUNT in Wayzata,Minnesota, gods country Subject: Re: The Start of the 72 Redo (New Pics)
wow this is going to be really nice. thats the beauty of living out west i guess, dont like your shell? just buy another. i wish it were that simple up here. looks great jose. all your stuff left an hour ago _________________ lowest pricing on new OE bmw parts email me unkorama@gmail.com

Date: 7-14-07 05:26
From: Joser in Chino, So Cal

Subject: Re: 72 redo Updated Pics

So I haven't posted any pics in a while, but here is where I'm at. Had all the pieces Cad plated silver, still need to get another batch done. Subs powdercoated and every piece either new or I rebuilt it. Got done doing the B-Quiet insulation in the cab, and my stainless brake lines finally came in. Hope to have the wiring done next week and then the headliner can go in. So I'm getting there. Big THANKS to Blunt for all of the pieces that will start going in.
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Joser
73 Inka
2005 Gas Guzzling Yukon

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Date: 7-14-07 05:28
From: Joser in Chino, So Cal

Subject: Re: 72 redo Updated Pics

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Date: 7-14-07 09:37 From: oz_tom in Melbourne - Australia Subject: Re: The Start of the 74 redo
Looking great! Thats awsome that you could find that shell and save yourself all the time and money prepping and painting it. Its going to look brilliant when done - cant wait! Question, any particular reasoning you went the the "B-Quiet" over other brands? Tom _________________ 72tii - Whitey 74 - Blacky

Date: 7-15-07 07:40 From: Joser in Chino, So Cal Subject: Re: The Start of the 74 redo
When I checked some Resto shops in So Cal, everybody was using either Dynamat, B-Quiet or other stuff. I went with B-Quiet because I did't want to pay the ridiculous Dynamat pricing. _________________ Joser 73 Inka 2005 Gas Guzzling Yukon

Date: 10-4-07 10:43
From: Joser in Chino, So Cal

Subject: Re: The Start of the 74 redo

Haven't posted in a few months but it's getting closer. Had 2 seperate batchs of cad plating done. Interior is almost done waiting to put the rug in last, motors back from the machinist and has been ported, polished and balanced with a 292. Hopefully I'll have it on the road within 3 weeks.
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Joser
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2005 Gas Guzzling Yukon

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Date: 10-4-07 10:44
From: Joser in Chino, So Cal

Subject: Re: The Start of the 74 redo

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2005 Gas Guzzling Yukon

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Date: 10-4-07 02:47 From: powelli in Fairfax Station, VA Subject: Re: The Start of the 74 redo
Man...that looks great! Bet you can't wait to drive it. _________________ 74 2002tii - m20 powered - Under re-construction

Date: 2-4-08 10:26
From: Joser in Chino, So Cal

Subject: Re: The Start of the 74 redo

Well I haven't posted since October but I have been working on the car. Put the 5 speed in along with the IE SS Exhaust and everything underneath is tight. Have the motor in, need to finish the wiring and the SS brakelines. Brakelines need to be tweaked, but shouldn't be an issue. Had Matt over at Ronin Autowerks curve my distributor, great service and a great guy to deal with, so I can't wait to fire it up. Interior is almost complete, pulled the dash so I could route my wires easier, and got the rug and Coco mats in. hopefully next post I'll be driving it.
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Joser
73 Inka
2005 Gas Guzzling Yukon

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Date: 2-5-08 12:49 From: bmw1602.com in Los Angeles Subject: Re: The Start of the 74 redo
that awesome! amazing job! congrats! what did you use to paint the under body and wheel wells? _________________ 68' 1602 98' ///M3 Sedan 88' ///M3 Sold * 06' ///M3 Competition Pkg Sold * http://www.bmw1602.com/

Date: 2-5-08 07:32 From: Joser in Chino, So Cal Subject: Re: The Start of the 74 redo
Wurth Stone Guard Spray in Grey. Cool stuff comes in cans took me 6 cans for complete coverage. Bought it directly from Wurth over the phone. _________________ Joser 73 Inka 2005 Gas Guzzling Yukon

Date: 2-5-08 10:18 From: scestes in Bay Area, CA Subject: Re: The Start of the 74 redo
The car is looking great dude. Nice job. _________________ -=Scott=- My Short Bus 1971 2002 - "William Grover-Williams" - Track Car VIN 2579197 1998 740iL E38 - "Blau" - Daily Driver http://gallery.xfiler.com

Date: 2-6-08 01:25
From: bmw1602.com in Los Angeles

Subject: Re: The Start of the 74 redo

Joser wrote:

Wurth Stone Guard Spray in Grey. Cool stuff comes in cans took me 6 cans for complete coverage. Bought it directly from Wurth over the phone.

did it come in a spray can or did you use a spray gun and mix it yourself?

I need to do this soon!

What's the phone number?
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68' 1602
98' ///M3 Sedan

88' ///M3 Sold *
06' ///M3 Competition Pkg Sold *

http://www.bmw1602.com/

Date: 2-6-08 07:36 From: Joser in Chino, So Cal Subject: Re: The Start of the 74 redo
Spray Can, no mixing just make sure surface is clean. Here's the link, it's in the catalog section under body shop. http://www.wurthusa.com/project/en/topnavi/home/startpage_1.html _________________ Joser 73 Inka 2005 Gas Guzzling Yukon

Date: 4-7-08 02:47
From: Joser in Chino, So Cal

Subject: Re: The Start of the 74 redo

Ok so I need to get a couple of tweaks done, get the bumpers rechromed and get it to the DMV for check, but it runs strong and feels great. Here are some pics.
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Joser
73 Inka
2005 Gas Guzzling Yukon

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Date: 4-7-08 04:23 From: Artistic in Surrey, B.C Subject: Re: The Start of the 74 redo
Amazing looking car man! Where did you get your carpet, and interior panels/ seats from? -Andrew Poon _________________ '72 2002 '76 2002

Date: 4-7-08 04:32 From: Joser in Chino, So Cal Subject: Re: The Start of the 74 redo
Carpet came from Al at Seams Perfect, Door Panels and Seats were done in a shop down in San Diego. _________________ Joser 73 Inka 2005 Gas Guzzling Yukon

Date: 4-7-08 05:53
From: BLUNT in Wayzata,Minnesota, gods country