BMW E30 325i Sport Restoration - What Went Wrong?
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In this episode of Restore It, I'm very happy to say that the 325i sport is back on the channel and works have started on what is now a rescue mission for this poor E30.
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Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
00:45 - Clearing the chassis
01:26 - A look at the old panels
02:09 - Taking the dollys so I can move the car
02:22 - The plan going forward
03:08 - Blasting the chassis
03:24 - Why I use Blinkist
04:47 - Test blasting
05:28 - The blasting montage begins
06:45 - A look at the test
07:26 - Shot blasting the rear right inner arch
08:37 - Building the gazebo
09:00 - Blasting the right side + Storytime
10:09 - First bit of real progress
10:46 - Shot blasting the engine bay
11:48 - Shot blasting the parcel shelf
12:54 - Shot blasting the left side
14:41 - Another break to take a look at the progress
15:11 - Shot blasting the inside
16:28 - Shot blasting the footwells
17:55 - My workshop flooded
18:10 - Huge clean-down and progress check
19:08 - Final bits of blasting
19:15 - Discussing the epoxy primer
19:58 - Final clean down
20:09 - Removing any leftovers
20:44 - Washing the engine bay down
21:08 - The Epoxy primer I'm using
21:50 - Painting the engine bay
22:24 - Trouble!
22:47 - Painting again
23:40 - The engine bay painted
23:55 - Getting some rear quarter panels
24:26 - Stripping the car
25:41 - Accessing the situation
26:12 - Removing the rear quarter panel
27:40 - Outro & Thanks
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So happy to see the chassis back on the channel. Even though it's still in a rough state, I'm confident in your motivation to get the project back and moving forward again. Can't wait to see more progress on the car bro!! We've all missed it so much.
Thank you Aidan! I'm super glad it's back in my hands and can't wait to get it finished. And I can't wait to show you everything! Cheers mate.
Word. Love it
@@RestoreIt Not the topic, but what happened with Antonio's M3 you were rebuilding back in Spain? Did he finish that restoration?
Fantastic series all the best
Great to see you back at it with the sedan... Love that persistance! As for the copper colored welds: They probably used a welding wire made from a copper/silicon alloy (Cu/Si 3) which (i have heard) is a process well suited to the bodywork on a car. It is more comparable to soldering than to welding and causes less heat stress on the workpiece, also is alot easier to grind down since it is softer than "normal" welding wire.
It can also solder galvanized metals leaving the galvanization intact.
Usually regular mig welders can handle this process too, i'd advise looking into it.
Though i must admit i am a mere keyboardwarrior at the moment, i haven't quite commited to using it myself though i do plan on doing so.
Love your work, i wish you the best of luck with parts hunting and getting the work knocked out!
Thanks, AllBoardsCreatives! Great comment and although just you're currently a warrior, I think you're spot on... That sounds about right to me at least. I feel less bad about them now. Big thanks mate, really appreciate it.
Welcome back old friend E30. Really looking forward to you restarting this project. It's clear that's the one that brings you the most satisfaction and it shows in this video. That chassis blasting was one of the most satisfying montages I've seen on this channel, let alone YT
I’m working on a morris minor traveller for four years and in only half way there my grandson Cooper is a grate help and only ten keep up the good work
I’m so glad to see the 325i being worked on again
As a body repair man with 42 years experience I feel for you with the Spanish post blasting mess you ended up with, the copper coloured welds are plug brazing, you really need a proper spot weld drill with a spring loaded starter and a hole saw behind which only goes as far as the first panel. As far as primer for bare metal goes if you prep using steel wool then etch primer (which is acid based) before your 2 pack primer you won't have adhesion problems. The wheel arches are the same on 2 door and 4 door cars so a 4 door donor car will work.
You have come such a long way since way back then. There is no stopping you with the E30 now and it looks like more interesting videos for ages to come. Big cheers. 😊
I will be here until 2074 to see this finished !
Greetings from the USA i absolutely loved this
Oh dear, I hope you're careful blasting that roof. It's apparently pretty easy to warp the metal while sandblasting on large flat panels like that.
Don't feel too bad about stripping the other car. Sometimes cars need to give up their parts to save other cars.
Like the guy before me, I didnt bother doing most of the roof. it still has the original coating from the factory, and I think i'm just going to epoxy over that.
I remember when this channel was very small, love to see the growth, you deserve it! TX
Thanks, JeriDro!
Great video. Glad you’re back on track. I don’t think you had any option but to use the other chassis. If you’d sold it for £500, the buyer would probably have just stripped and sold it anyway!
Thanks Chris, and yeah I think you're right. Whos to say the buyer would even save it... Good point. Cheers!
Amazed at the amount of work you’ve put in and committed to going forwards.
Thanks for taking us along on this journey, remember life is about the journey not the destination.
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So happy to see the e30 project again. Happy days.
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I love the return and all of the progress in this video too, definitely worth the wait
I've missed e30 project on this channel, keep up the good work!
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Awesome seeing you back into the E30s. Hopefully the algorithm boosts your views again so you can get more funding for parts🙂
Thanks, Plzz!
For me, this has been one of the most satisfying videos you have put out. You have improved drastically in every aspect of the work you do, your narration, and the provided details. Keep up the good work and keep up these videos. Thanks for your hard work.
Love to see you getting on with the E30! Came for that very project, stayed for the quality.
Regarding the inner panels, try contacting KOED in Denmark. They are true magicians when it comes to finding classic stuff.
Me too! Thanks Puttitat! Ooooo, and thanks for that. I've not heared of them before... The one thing that'll fix this problem is a magician, cheers!
@@RestoreIt Koed are the only ones I go to for buying parts for my E30 (or any other BMW I might have at the time). They have a department here in Norway too and is run by knowledgeable enthusiasts :)
Great to have the E30 Back on the Channel, looking forward to more episodes soon.
Hi. I had the same problem with
My 323i E30 Resto 11 years ago. Those copper welds were used right up to the E46, but because I had no access to brazing arc weld, I went the MIG way.
Keep up the great work and it is a joy to see!
you never fail to mesmerise me with your tenacity and efforts this disaster would be enough to dishearten me and give up lol but not you, you see it as a challenge and a chance even improve upon it, i am really trying to be more like you in this respect i cannot wait to see the outcome and the journey along the way, e30s are one of the best cars ever made.
The original E30 is BACK! Finally!!!
oooh ive been looking forward to this for over a year. And i LOVE sandblasting videos so this one is going in my favorites!
Welcome back! Will be following the project 100%!
Glad to this again. I am looking forward to see this completed.
Good job! Extremely happy to see progress! Keep up the good work!!
I know nothing about restoration and don't at all have the proper tools for it but these videos really make me want to get into it!!
So happy the E30 is back.
The music vibes are spot on
Thanks MG! And thanks for noticing the music. Really glad you liked it.
you'll get on that too bro! don't give up and keep up the good work!
Can't wait to see more!!!!
As a carpenter, I’m duty bound to report you to the RSPCC. Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Chisels.
Love your work 👍
Wow. Coming back with a bang! Great episode!
Greets from Australia. Great to see this on the block again!
Welcome back dude.. I am super excited to see this e30 be brought back to life. And I know you got it.
Thanks Albert, it really does feel like I'm back where I should be. I can't wait to share the experience.
Keep up doing, great progress in restoring wisdom!
Your videos are great. I really admire your perseverance and dedication to this project. I can hardly wait to see the end results.👍🏻👍🏻
Love it ….thanks and keep the E30 content coming!
Just enjoy watching, good look with this project!
This came up on my suggestions, I've watched the while video....I love E30's and this has got me hooked, can't waitnto see the full build buddy!! Top work my man!
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It's moments like this that remind me why I subbed. Your determination and passion is enviable. Big fan, take care
Love this project, the amount of details 👌
Stoked to see you back into this! Huge inspiration to get into my E30!
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I know it`s probably too late, but for sieving your media, I`ve found that you can take regular sieve (metal, for kitchen application) tape the handle to the blade of a jig saw (so the blade is parallel to the handle) and start the saw. it really shakes that sieve, and makes it easier than shaking it or moving it by hand. faster too.
Awesome work mate
Endlich geht es weiter 🙏🏻👌🏻
Endlich! Entschuldigen Sie die Verspätung!
Glad to see that the E30 is back in your hands! I highly doubt it will be anywhere close to 2074 before it is complete and back on the road. Looking forward to your continuing content on this and all your other projects.
Well done sir and it s great to see you getting back into it. 👍
Thank you Datsunruss, feels good too.
It is what it is but you're already moving forward is a positive way, so well done!
Respect for this job . I'm waiting for the next episode ;D
Great video, looking forward to Following the Bmw project again 👍
Yes! Finally the real stuff again and why I subscribed to your channel in the first place! Hope you enjoyed your little Mercedes adventure, but time to get the real deal back! 😊
Love your work
Thank you, Z3nn0x!
Great!!! The E30 is back!!!
Haha, I feel the same
Good luck with the restoration!!!
Always glad to see any content. I'll happily watch until 2074 if I'm still alive by then. Keep doing what you love bro
Great to see the e30 is back. Been there, done that (again). Got mine done 2 years ago after a restoration of 6 years. Number 2 is now a rotisserie and being build as a rally car. But I think your donor is/was better then number 2 😂. Great content as always and I am looking forward to the next video! 💪👍
Thank you Casper! This does make me feel better about everything! 6 years sounds about right to me! The fact you're on number two is a great sign. I think I'll be like you and have another one on the go as soon as this is finished. Cheers mate.
Great video. Enjoyed watching the blasting in quick time. I think alot of others may have given up on that shell but somehow knew you never would. Well done.
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Sometimes a fresh (and this is fresh) start is best once your knowledge and skill has increased. I also look at the work I did years ago now on mine and regret how I went around things.
I agree. But yes, a very fresh start. I think we all go through things like this... the only thing is i'm showing everyone everything which can be a bit daunting.
Nice to see you back on this project. Don't feel bad about pulling the quarters off the other chassis. Better it get some use rather than just getting crushed.
Brutal!!! Qué pedazo de trabajo!!! Me ha encantado y estoy deseando que hagas más episodios!!!
Eres MUY PROFESIONAL!!! Es un auténtico placer y lujo ver tu trabajo.
Gracias!
Really like these videos. I like the learning aspect as well. Good work and keep it up.
Thanks, Cinnamon! Glad you enjoy them.
incredible attention to detail, loved every second 😎
Yesss, very excited!
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Potentially such a beautiful car! (I had the four door version back in the eighties) I hope you manage to carry on and get this beauty rolling again! Good luck young man👍😊
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That is great stuff man. Luvit...
Been waiting ages to see this back.
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It seems like forever when you started on this. Glad you are back on it. Using the other car as a donor is a deffo! Good luck your skills have come a long way since you last touched this.
Really good video.good start,just keep doing what your doing and carry on .you will be killing it as you go.😎😎😎👍👍👍
Hey Tom! Good to see ya. Thanks mate, onwards and upwards from here.
The car that made me want to start a car project. This is the kind of stuff you need to see as a beginner to understand just how big of a task this entire thing os
The wait was worth it!! can't wait to see things going back together rather than just coming apart ;). I'll be building along with my E30 coupe so please keep them coming!!😁
I've seen repair welds on body panels come up copper-coloured as well. I assume it's some additive to weld filler metal to make it easier to weld, but couldn't say for sure.
Ah, the project that was probably the first time I came across your channel! Yes, your welding skills have certainly come a long way - my learning of welding is only just beginning. I have a lot of practice to do before I am anywhere close to your competency!
One thing that hasn't changed is watching your channel, and the work you do, being very soothing. It's great to see someone doing something they are passionate about, and learning along with them.
Very ,very cool!!
Always feels rough having to break up a shell so I feel your pain. Still, thorough work there and good luck with the rest of it!
I'm so happy to see it back good luck bro 🙂
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Great work mate.
Thanks, Dave! Good to see ya!
It’s nice to see the car on the channel
A favourite is back on the books.
I would recommend Everlast MTS (MIG, TIG, Stick) welder - great welder for the budget! Keep up the great work!
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Awesome content!
Cheers, Pedro!
Nice done 👍. Cheers
Really impressed by your work. Inspires me to get to work on my own E30 when I start to slow down.
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Love the content. As someone who's had a whole car blasted I would just like to say NEVER touch flat panels with a sand blaster if you can avoid it. Does horrible things to the crown of the panel, especially if you cant hit both sides with the blaster. I spent many weekends hammering my roof back in some semblance of shape and even more on my doors and trunklid.
Thanks for the advice Ivanae! I will be leaving the roof alone like the previous blaster did. And as for the quarters I've removed, I was going to blast the whole thing, but I think you're right. i'll find a less aggressive way of stripping them down. Cheers!
Hi! Great to see the progress you are making! On the repairs you said were done in Spain - the copper color. Not sure if anybody has commented on that, but I remember hearing from one of my professors (a long time ago) that using some copper alloy is a very effective way to join overlapping metal parts. This method can be used as alternative to seam welding for stiffening the shell for racing… .
LOVE THIS RESTORATION....
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Well done. Do not feel sorry for the chopped chassis - having one good car from two donors is better than having two pieces of scrap metal. Much better. Keep the pace now you are in it and the car will work out better than new.
That transition at 16:32 was great 👌🏻
Glad you liked that one, Tizzy.
I remember when you start this project! I see the first video and i start to follow you Chanel. Great see you want finish this project!
Hey Jerry! I actually remember you commenting back then. Good to see ya!
Oh man ☹️ I’m so sorry the 325 got destroyed. Jesus Christ what a state. I look forward to seeing you give it some TLC. Keep up the awesome videos 🥰
You and me both tinMan! I hope to look back on this day and laugh at the situation I got myself in. Thanks for watching!
Been waiting for this............popcorn ready.
Big rewarding task to come!
Big is the word, Arnhem!
@@RestoreIt I will certainly follow it and enjoy the road to the endresult!
The "copper" color is due to brazing.. they did this instead of mig welding as it requires less heat and that results in little to no warping. Cheers. Glad to see this back on the channel..
Thanks Pinky! I now know you're spot on. Cheers mate, it feels good too.
Thank you for your continued efforts for the channel and continuing to bring us great content
After blasting use Frost "Metal Prep" you wash the chassis down and let it dry, it leaves a protective layer on fresh clean metal.
I've been waiting for it to return but damn! Sad to see one go but it's taking one for the e30 team so it's probably okay with it. Looking forward to seeing the progress.
Oh me too Sambone. And yeah, I do feel sorry for it, but it didn't die for nothing. Cheers!
Great to see the old girl back
Cheers, Richard!
your patience is godlike fair play
Wow this is crazy and a very very Lot of Work Love it ❤️👍❤️
Steve you're a bull dog! You don't have any quit in you. 😂 Man I enjoyed the music, the story, you being hard on yourself, and the progression of your work.
Just Brilliant
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The Cooper welds is actually mig bracing, it's needed in some places where the vehicle twist too much for mig welds.
Some people replace mig welds with mig braces, as does Opels from the GM time too.
Think of it more like glueing the pieces together than making them one.
Thank you Simon! In that case I'll leave most of them where they are. Sounds better than mig which is a surprise.
Yup i took a wild guess lol
They gas well with brass.. its called brazing and is use in automotive alot.. all of your older cars pretty much have the roof pillars,package tray and various other panel seams brazed together to keep heat low and reduce warping.. then the rest are pretty much your body spot welds.. I would love to see him practice brazing on some of this
amazing