Project Frankfurt: Engine Dress-Up and V8 Roar

TLDRIn this episode of Project Frankfurt, the author dresses up the engine of his dream car, the e92 M3, with brand new parts and hears the V8 roar for the first time.

Key insights

🔧The author replaces various engine components, such as the power steering pump, alternator, and idler pulleys, with refurbished or brand new parts.

🔩The author installs new camshafts from SHC to improve the car's performance, specifically power output above 5,000 RPM.

💨The author cleans the throttle bodies and replaces the idle control valve for better engine performance and idle control.

❄️The author cleans and services the AC compressor, replacing the faulty pulley and adding new oil for smooth operation.

🧴The author uses XCP rust blocker and other protective measures to prevent rust and ensure the longevity of various components.

Q&A

What parts did the author replace in this episode?

The author replaced various parts, including the power steering pump, alternator, idler pulleys, camshafts, throttle bodies, idle control valve, and AC compressor pulley.

What improvements did the new camshafts bring?

The new camshafts from SHC provide a noticeable power increase above 5,000 RPM, improving the car's overall performance.

What preventive maintenance steps did the author take?

The author cleaned and serviced various components, such as the throttle bodies, idle control valve, and AC compressor, to ensure their proper functioning and longevity.

What protective measures did the author use?

The author applied XCP rust blocker and other protective coatings to prevent rust and ensure the durability of various engine components.

What was the author's dream car?

The author's dream car is the e92 M3, which he purchased with a Bluetooth crankshaft engine and is now meticulously rebuilding and improving.

Timestamped Summary

00:00The episode begins with the author introducing Project Frankfurt, his dream car, the e92 M3, with a Bluetooth crankshaft engine.

02:20The author replaces various engine components, including the power steering pump, alternator, and idler pulleys, with refurbished or brand new parts.

09:24The author installs new camshafts from SHC to improve the car's performance, specifically power output above 5,000 RPM.

13:21The author cleans the throttle bodies and replaces the idle control valve for better engine performance and idle control.

15:19The author cleans and services the AC compressor, replacing the faulty pulley and adding new oil for smooth operation.

17:57The author applies XCP rust blocker and other protective measures to prevent rust and ensure the longevity of various components.