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michael blacktree
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Hi, my name is Mike. I've been a youtube content creator since the early days, but wasn't very serious about growing the channel until recently.
I enjoy building things, and fixing stuff. I do most of my own auto repairs, and home repairs. I also enjoy DIY projects. And I usually have at least one project car.
Speaking of project cars, I have an E46 BMW that I'm turning into a race car. I got it cheap, because it was really rough! I'm also modifying my daily driver to make it more fuel efficient.
If this kind of stuff interests you, then you might want to stick around!
I enjoy building things, and fixing stuff. I do most of my own auto repairs, and home repairs. I also enjoy DIY projects. And I usually have at least one project car.
Speaking of project cars, I have an E46 BMW that I'm turning into a race car. I got it cheap, because it was really rough! I'm also modifying my daily driver to make it more fuel efficient.
If this kind of stuff interests you, then you might want to stick around!
The Basket Case BMW Gets a Limited Slip Differential!
Hey guys! In this video, I install a MFactory limited slip unit into my BMW E46 rear diff. Also, we do an autopsy on the rear diff that broke during the last trip to the drag strip.
If you liked the video, please leave a comment, or a rating. Not only does it help the channel, but it also helps the algorithm show you more of the content you enjoy. 👍
If you like E46's, or BMWs in general, stay tuned! I have more videos on the way.
This video uses royalty-free music from the CZcams Audio Library.
#e46 #bimmer #bmw #racecar #e85 #flexfuel #mfactory #lsd
** VIDEO CHAPTERS **
00:00 Intro
00:57 LOL WUT?
01:11 Intro Continued
02:50 CSI: Rear Differential
05:37 Rear Diff Removed
06:16 This Open Diff is Closed for Business
09:48 Breakin' it Down
13:11 Getting My Bearings... Literally
17:57 Reassemble the Diff
21:13 Checking Gear Mesh & Lash
24:45 Finish Reassembling the Diff
27:10 AH CRAP!
29:07 Final Final Assembly
30:46 LOL WUT? Part 2
31:05 Driving Impressions
32:18 Living that 5-Point Harness Life
If you liked the video, please leave a comment, or a rating. Not only does it help the channel, but it also helps the algorithm show you more of the content you enjoy. 👍
If you like E46's, or BMWs in general, stay tuned! I have more videos on the way.
This video uses royalty-free music from the CZcams Audio Library.
#e46 #bimmer #bmw #racecar #e85 #flexfuel #mfactory #lsd
** VIDEO CHAPTERS **
00:00 Intro
00:57 LOL WUT?
01:11 Intro Continued
02:50 CSI: Rear Differential
05:37 Rear Diff Removed
06:16 This Open Diff is Closed for Business
09:48 Breakin' it Down
13:11 Getting My Bearings... Literally
17:57 Reassemble the Diff
21:13 Checking Gear Mesh & Lash
24:45 Finish Reassembling the Diff
27:10 AH CRAP!
29:07 Final Final Assembly
30:46 LOL WUT? Part 2
31:05 Driving Impressions
32:18 Living that 5-Point Harness Life
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Basket Case BMW: First Race with E85
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I recently converted the Basket Case BMWs fuel system to run E85. In this video, we're going to go racing for the first time with the car running on E85. Will the car go faster? There's only one way to find out! If you liked the video, please leave a comment, or a rating. Not only does it help the channel, but it also helps the algorithm show you more of the content you enjoy. 👍 If you like E46...
Installing Headlight Halos in an E46 BMW... With a Twist
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Hey guys, this is the 3rd and final video of the Basket Case BMW facelift project. In the next video, we will get back to the racing! BTW, somehow this video ended up with 2 intros and no outro. Not sure how that happened. If you liked the video, please leave a comment, or a rating. Not only does it help the channel, but it also helps the algorithm show you more of the content you enjoy. 👍 If y...
Installing Aerocatch Hood Latches on an E46 BMW... The Hard Way
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Hey folks! In this video, the Basket Case BMW gets a new set of Aerocatch hood latches. This is NOT for the feint of heart! If you liked the video, please leave a comment, or a rating. Not only does it help the channel, but it also helps the algorithm show you more of the content you enjoy. 👍 If you like E46's, or BMWs in general, stay tuned! I have more videos on the way. This video uses royal...
The Basket Case BMW Gets a Facelift! (Part 1)
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This is the story of how a trip to the junkyard snowballed into a complete front-end makeover for my car. Can you say "mission creep"? If you liked the video, please leave a comment, or a rating. Not only does it help the channel, but it also helps the algorithm show you more of the content you enjoy. 👍 If you like E46's, or BMWs in general, stay tuned! I have more videos on the way. This video...
BMW E46 Project: M56 Valve Cover Install, featuring Super Clean @SuperEasySuperFast
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BMW E46 Project: M56 Valve Cover Install, featuring Super Clean @SuperEasySuperFast
BMW E46 Project: Experimenting with E85
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BMW E46 Project: Experimenting with E85
Basket Case BMW: Magic Potion and a Wideband Gauge
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Basket Case BMW: Magic Potion and a Wideband Gauge
BMW E46 Project: Unboxing the M56 Valve Cover
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BMW E46 Project: Unboxing the M56 Valve Cover
2nd Gen Prius: LED Interior Lights from Auxito
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2nd Gen Prius: LED Interior Lights from Auxito
2nd Gen Prius: LED Headlights That Don't Suck -- @AUXITOLED
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2nd Gen Prius: LED Headlights That Don't Suck @AUXITOLED
2nd Generation Prius: How To Install an Android Radio
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2nd Generation Prius: How To Install an Android Radio
The Prius Experiment: Motorcycle Mirrors 2.0
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The Prius Experiment: Motorcycle Mirrors 2.0
Unboxing an Android Head Unit for the Prius
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Unboxing an Android Head Unit for the Prius
BMW E46 Project: Drag Race Double Header! The Agony and the Ecstasy?
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BMW E46 Project: Drag Race Double Header! The Agony and the Ecstasy?
BMW E46 Project: DIY Paddle Shifters and Footwell Plate
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BMW E46 Project: DIY Paddle Shifters and Footwell Plate
BMW E46 Project: Floorboard Restoration and Sound Deadening Removal (with dry ice)
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BMW E46 Project: Floorboard Restoration and Sound Deadening Removal (with dry ice)
BMW E46 Project: Fixing the Slushbox (ZF 5HP19 Gear Selector Switch)
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BMW E46 Project: Fixing the Slushbox (ZF 5HP19 Gear Selector Switch)
BMW E46 Project: Replacing the ABS / DSC Unit WITHOUT Bleeding the Brakes!
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BMW E46 Project: Replacing the ABS / DSC Unit WITHOUT Bleeding the Brakes!
The Prius Experiment: Better Fuel Economy with Oil Additives? (Liqui Moly Ceratec)
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The Prius Experiment: Better Fuel Economy with Oil Additives? (Liqui Moly Ceratec)
BMW E46 Project: Racing Seat and Harness
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BMW E46 Project: Racing Seat and Harness
BMW E46 Project: HVAC Climate Control Delete
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BMW E46 Project: HVAC Climate Control Delete
The Prius Experiment: Pizza Pan Wheel Cover Results
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The Prius Experiment: Pizza Pan Wheel Cover Results
BMW E46 Suspension Rebuild Part 7: Rear Diff and Sway Bar
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BMW E46 Suspension Rebuild Part 7: Rear Diff and Sway Bar
Hurricane Ian Damage Report (Florida 2022)
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Hurricane Ian Damage Report (Florida 2022)
BMW E46 Suspension Rebuild Part 6: Reinstall the Rear Suspension
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BMW E46 Suspension Rebuild Part 6: Reinstall the Rear Suspension
BMW E46 Suspension Rebuild Part 5: Rear Subframe Bushings and Reinforcements
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BMW E46 Suspension Rebuild Part 5: Rear Subframe Bushings and Reinforcements
BMW E46 Suspension Rebuild Part 4: Rear Suspension Removal
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BMW E46 Suspension Rebuild Part 4: Rear Suspension Removal
Basket Case BMW: Rear Suspension Goes Bye-Bye! (teaser)
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Basket Case BMW: Rear Suspension Goes Bye-Bye! (teaser)
Imagine having to do all that work to replace a crummy little 5 cent capacitor
Thanks for this helpful video. I think the squeaking noise at the end of your video could be D-bushing. Over time that rubber becomes hardened and gets brittle. Thanks!
ty for the upload, keep up with the updates please
WOW! That man is truly a legend. When my friend had to get a new transmission for his brothers mini cooper S, it was an automatic like this but for a FWD so it was different of course but he straight up cut everything with a knife and then emptied all the atf onto the ground I heard and also removed the TC 🤦♂️ so you really made out with this one dude u got super lucky lol
Yeah, I wish more people would do this. (this is my 3rd time posting this reply. youtube deleted the first 2)
increasing 1kmp milage by any fule combustion system or fule injector system is called very less improvement in milage , but when you get 1kmp increase in milage by reducing friction means it had to reduce friction too much , means ceratec worked huge in what it claimed i hope u got my poin of view
2:40 Put a paper towel or rag in the opening before removing the nuts.
I am planning on using a 'Separation Edging' before the mirror to deflect the air outwards, and if that proves to be ineffective, I'll use the 'Hood Ducting' to deflect air from hitting the mirror.
Very cool. Please share the results.
Where was the arm from? If it was OEM then I guess I would fight the ball joint. If not 3 nuts on the bottom and your done. The OEM is better than aftermarket
you have to take into account that ceratec claims 30k miles of the ceramics staying inside the engine, reducing engine wear, for high mileage engines I think it's worth it besides improving mpg
Please help my subframe shifted overnight and now the holes wont align properly any recommendations on what to do?
Just to clarify, I'm going to do the ZF to GM auto swap in my E46 BMW. The full video is in the works. So stay tuned!
Isn’t the ZF autos better than the GM 5 speed autos?
The GM unit is stronger.
If you were using that stainless steel socket instead of an impact socket that could have been your issue. The stainless will flex too much to allow the proper transfer of force from the tool to the bolt.
"It's time to get sketchy" 🤪
Nothing like proper tool for the proper job.
Get a different impact even rusty ones I can get out with my dewalt
it's not even sketchy, just gotta do what u gotta do
It’s not sketchy if it works! 😂
I bent the one wrench, LOL.
Ryobi? Bro just buy a Milwaukee or dewalt 😂
Uses the same internals as Milwaukee
I have a Dewalt. But I thought this would be a fun video.
@@michaelblacktree oh so you were trolling us? HAHA nice one.
@@paulstejskal - Welcome to social media 😛
@@michaelblacktree I know right. :)
that's cause its a ryobi 😂
For my air-cooled classic car, an engine rebuild cost about $20k at least if not more. I am glad you proved that Ceratec improves MPG for your auto. I am using it to reduce the engine wear.
Safety Squints engaged! 😛
Hey nice your job for us! I have a question: Have you ever heard a noise coming from the steering wheel that goes "knock-knock"? Could it be the steering gear?
Yes, I do get a clunk sometimes. I've replaced almost the whole suspension (because it was worn out), and the clunk is still there. So maybe it's in the steering rack? I'm not sure.
hope sarah n tuned had the best pride month ever!
Not to make to much of fuss. You only need one can for 6 litres of oil. You bought 2. So it’s $25 not $50 so there for worth it.
hey buddy im Sure you have a video in your inventory somewhere but whats this "catch can"? Is it for oil that is leaked/spilled/burnt? thanks in advance
Really cool car
Thanks!
Tire punctures are annoying, especially when the tires are fairly new.
I'm restoring an old HF trailer. Can you please tell.me how to get bearings out of the hub? They are deep in a round pipe. Or how do you get the hubs of the axle. I don't know what I'm doing but am trying. Thank you.
I've never disassembled the hubs. Sorry.
I had to remove and reinstall my front mirrors, because the seals shrunk which caused a hideous shriek as I drove 40+ mph. 😂
I'm definitely trying this one before the weekend is up.
I have no logical reasoning behind this, but I feel like I'm never going to try an oil additive in my 09 Prius. I will try and have tried gas additives.
You put in that work!!!
Here's the link to the repair video: czcams.com/video/AZJMqCGCMb0/video.html
30 mm on the front is to stiff compared to rear you will encourage understeer
Nope. This is a suspension setup called "flat ride". Google it.
Awesome. Easy and to the point. Thanks
glad to help
It's the return line, I presume. I'd put a filter on the return barb of the catchcan so the oil doesn't return to the intake and Intercooler.
Legal to have amber color in the parking lights like you do?
Is this a joke?
LOL the Only Fans comment... hey, there is a fetish for everything so don't sell yourself short, haha... LSD = yay!
Did you get the friction disc LSD or the helical? I'm planning on doing the friction disc one, mainly because I occasionally get the inside wheel off the ground while racing, and the helical really has a issue with that
I went helical, because it's basically maintenance free.
It's been a little difficult to find a real world review of the LSD, so I would like to see a follow up on it.
Good idea. I'll keep that in mind.
@umvr me too , it's a great video.
@@umvr ditto.
Nice ending bro❤️
Thanks!
Happy Independence Day! BTW, here are links to some tools that were used in the video (Amazon affiliate links): Heavy Duty Snap Ring Pliers -- amzn.to/3Ld721i Dial Indicator w/ Magnetic Base -- amzn.to/3xHCKAQ Marking Compound -- amzn.to/4cPP4O7 Also, channel memberships are open! Become a member, and you can help shape the future of this channel. Click the Join button below the video, or this link -- czcams.com/channels/OagOQUL9BpkPxFHCQgwGzg.htmljoin
I've just found this series a few years late it seems. I was looking for header videos and found yours, the format is great and good information. I've also just seen you have some 90+ videos on this e46 project up until now! Not enough views on your videos so far in my opinion.
Thanks!
thanks a lot for this detailed video :)
You should consider getting an N52 engine. It will swap right in and makes a lot more HP compared to the older M54. Could be bit more fragile though is you intend to supercharge later on. The SI variant of the 3l makes about 264bhp here in the UK. Peach of an engine. Luv and Peace.
I'm from the UK so not sure exactly what E85 is but i'm guessing it's some higher octane fuel less prone to pre-ignition. I think if the tune you had previously had retarded timing before any engine pinking then there probably won't be much extra power if any. That said you can now probably get a lot more aggressive in your tune with cam timing now the fuel is less prone to pre-ignition. Luv and Peace.
Here's the video where I talk about the E85 conversion. I explain E85 and why I'm doing the conversion, in the first 90 seconds or so. czcams.com/video/wK9-l3clqCM/video.html
That's disappointing. I thought I was gonna see a race between an E46 and a 1st gen Z4. Two of my favourite cars. 🙂
You may have already got some lightweight wheels, but if you don’t that could help your times as well as your differential. Also the traction control programming is there to minimize one tire fire and save the diff and the only real way to get around leaving it off is to have more tire width on all driven tires. No wheel spin = better time
Good points. I don't have lightweight wheels yet, but it's on the list. Also, the next video will cover the LSD install. 😎
cool
Great job. I use pto pins inserted from underneath the trailer for easy removal of the tailgate.
I don't recall if you have played with the tune (fueling, etc... the Shark tunes aren't cheap, but I would be curious to see if you could measure an improvement on the strip...). Rear diff helping the channel with extra content, haha. Sorry!
I made some minor adjustments to the tune, but basically just driveability stuff. Also, this was the perfect excuse to get a LSD. 😎
@@michaelblacktree Hell yeah!