1969 BMW 2002 project

[ClayW]

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MOR4CFQ/ref=pe_385040_127745480_TE_item

 

Which style did you order? I was thinking that your housings were H4., but I don't see that option.

[brandon5069]

That's interesting. Here's a screencap from my order confirmation.

 

 

I would contact the seller if you're truly interested. They seem to be very responsive.

Edited April 3, 2015 by brandon5069

[brandon5069]

The trim on these cars really adds a lot! Installed Belt line trim this weekend. Love the way it's transformed the car. Rocker and gutter trim left then time to install sound deadening, carpet, door panels, etc.

 

 

Felt like Ikea furniture assembly for a moment.

 

A beautiful result!

 

btw. Finished up the front bumper install. The mounting hole was just filled loosely with body filler. Crisis averted.

 

[brandon5069]

Been way too busy. Need to put more time into the car.... 

 

Still to-do: 

gutter trim

rocker trim

carpet

door panels

center console

drive it like I stole it? 

 

The kid loves it. Won't stop talking about it, so I let him wash it. 

 

[jmr_1602]

Love your car. One of my favorites on the FAQ.

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[brandon5069]

That's quite the compliment. Thanks!

[jgerock]

Not sure who is happier  - you or your son!  Car looks great.  I highly recommend installing a 3rd brake light in the rear window.

[brandon5069]

Been thinking about that a bit. I'd like something hidden, but at the same time very bright. I bought an LED strip that I could mount at the top of the rear windscreen, but then I started looking at the HELLA models that sit on the parcel shelf - Also looks like a good way to go. Definitely want a third brake light, but I'm undecided.... 

[brandon5069]

Took a day off of work today to spend time with the 2002, and what a great day it was. Ken had the car running great, but like all things there's always room for improvement. Today I met up with THE local weber guru. I'm not sure he wants his name all over the net, but I've never seen so many great multi-carbureted v8 engines. I'm already thinking of a way to have one of his intake/carb setups on something old and american... The way the man works a screwdriver alone is incredible.

 

Speaking of screwdrivers... He re-synced the carbs, checked/adjusted float level, adjusted mixture screws, and called it good. No more popping under part throttle while cruising and I must have picked up at least 1hp

He says there's more there if we want to go that far, but I think it's perfect for now.  

 

What's a 2002 day without photos? 

 

 

 

 

 

Still plenty work to do and imperfections here or there, but I love this car. A blast at any speed. 

Edited May 22, 2015 by brandon5069

[brandon5069]

Not much of an update, but California DMV has started shipping legacy plates. They will look awesome on the bimmer. 

 

 

 

Still looking for gutter trim... still need to find time to install carpet, rocker trim, etc. That said I'm closing in on 1000 miles. The car is an absolute blast! 

[brandon5069]

I feel bad saying I don't have much to report, but I did add a new toy. Joining my two hobbies with an old mechanical wind stopwatch. 

 

 

 

 

 

The car continues to be a blast to drive, and I'm still looking for gutter trim. I sourced one side from BMW, but don't recall just now which side that is. I'll get her 99% at some point soon...I hope. 

[danco_]

Local weber guru... care to divulge information if I PM you? I am all for Weber guys. Sounds very interesting to me. 

 

 

Thanks! 

 

Ryan

[danco_]

Thanks for the PM!  I remember talking to Matt at Ronin and he told me all about the Guru, but I never got the contact information. 

 

I will definitely be using him for the 1600's weber set up! 

[ClayW]

Ordered a 1600!

[dasfrogger]

I really really like your build. Your car looks really nice, great job!