BMW E30 325i Sport Restoration | Replacing Rust & Damage

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In this episode of Restore It, I continue welding the inner sills and the plan changes a few times due to the discovery of even more rust and damage.
#BMW #restoration #E30
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Timestamps:
00:00 - intro
00:43 - Cutting out the first piece
03:14 - Prepping the metal underneath
03:26 - Making the second sill pieces
05:11 - Cutting out the rust
06:23 - Welding in the new piece
09:07 - Dressing the welds
11:00 - Compressor troubles
11:32 - Welding in the outer sill piece
12:44 - Dressing the welds
13:09 - Trimming the new piece
14:32 - A change of plan
15:30 - Trying an e30GarageNorway Panel
16:25 - Removing the hack job
17:41 - Removing the outer arch panel
21:23 - Cleaning up and protecting the inner arch lip
21:49 - What next and thanks
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@DefensorLF Жыл бұрын

One of my favorite series in the last few years, one day we'll see this car on the road!

@RestoreIt Жыл бұрын

Thanks Luis! And haha... one day, yes.

@vfrtom9669 Жыл бұрын

Yeah same this and project binky aha both are very in depth!

@littledtraining5387 22 күн бұрын

I remember this shell. Good to see it back on the channel

@tobiaswinroth1111 Жыл бұрын

A spot weld drill bit would perhaps speed up the process of splitting some panels. I really like the attention to details. Keep up the good work.

@RestoreIt Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Tobias. I've moved away from drill bits as I find it hard to gauge when i'm through, but maybe I just need more practice.

@tobiaswinroth1111 Жыл бұрын

Maybe a “spot driller” is better then. It’s more like a small hole saw with a guide pin I the middle. I found it very easy to tell when I was thru the first layer. But how am I, my skill level is waay lower than yours. Once again, I really enjoy this restoration series.

@bobfrankish8883 Жыл бұрын

@@RestoreIt As Tobias says, I find the actual flat-tipped spot-weld drill bits to be of no use, but the hole saw types work great. They are very gentle and easy to control, and my way of using them is to drill a 2mm hole straight through the centre of the spot weld so that the spring-loaded centre pin in the cutter locates in the hole, as they tend to slip about a bit used as intended. If I can I make the 2mm holes the positions for the subsequent plug welds and they get welded up with the plug welds being in exactly the same place as the original spot welds. The only drawback is that these cutters leave a small disc of metal behind that has to be ground off before fitting the new panel.

@johanloof2363 Жыл бұрын

I use an 8mm drillbit to remove spotweld instead of grinding them. I have fond that much easier to remove metal from the car. But I love the work you do on your BMW! 😊

@richcinematics3944 Жыл бұрын

There are special spotweld remover drillbits. To prevent overdrilling.

@adam300tdi90 Жыл бұрын

@@richcinematics3944 - I was going to comment this exactly, makes removing spotwelds really simple

@tinman7551 Жыл бұрын

Loving the videos and the new regular schedule 🥰😍❤️ these videos are my favorite part of KZfaq.

@RestoreIt Жыл бұрын

Thanks, tinMan... But I'm just trickling them out at the moment... Soon there will be a tidal wave of content from me :D

@tinman7551 Жыл бұрын

@@RestoreItoh wow 🤣 I can’t freaking wait 😍

@TimDaCorgi Жыл бұрын

Your welding has gotten better since I started watching you in 2019

@RestoreIt Жыл бұрын

It's hard to look back at those old welds now, haha. But thanks dude, and thanks for sticking around!

@TimDaCorgi Жыл бұрын

@@RestoreIt No problem 😊

@arnhemseptember2009 Жыл бұрын

Your metal working skills have really improved a lot!

@RIS533 Жыл бұрын

Great back to the good old days and soon with new equipment the future is brighter

@RestoreIt Жыл бұрын

I couldn't agree more RJ! Cheers

@andrewofford1533 Жыл бұрын

You are definitely getting better, with regards to the welding...

@RestoreIt Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Andrew!

@robshaw6248 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely need start drilling the spot welds out. Once mastered it is the fastest way to split panels for me Great as always mate

@thedaimlerden Жыл бұрын

Looks great already! My guesses for how you’re gonna strip it is acid dipping.

@RestoreIt Жыл бұрын

I'm giving nothing away :D

@maddogmiddelburg1963 Жыл бұрын

I think so 2

@pauloneill8912 4 күн бұрын

nice work, well done

@richardmosher3660 Жыл бұрын

You need to invest in a spot weld cutter set. This will allow you to remove spot welds faster and easer.

@restore_official33 Жыл бұрын

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@907thpeterson Жыл бұрын

Yes! This is the content I’m here for! Watching you take off the wheel arch makes me feel like I can take on the world and get my own E30 POS to work on!

@dhilankerai3585 Жыл бұрын

Obsessed with this project! Can’t wait for it to be done

@RestoreIt Жыл бұрын

Cheers Dhilan! You're defo going to have to wait at least some time :D

@GalvanizedGreatness Жыл бұрын

I think everyone can agree that you’ve gone a long way from the start and you definitely improved a bunch

@freddywsn3447 Жыл бұрын

Well done man. Youre really getting better and better. Im starting to enjoy this more and more. Cant wait for the next episode!!

@josiptadic8301 Жыл бұрын

Great progress and skill improvement, keep us updated!

@RestoreIt Жыл бұрын

Cheers, Josip!

@westonstonehocker8785 Жыл бұрын

Great work! Really enjoying this series!

@RandomTubePT Жыл бұрын

Bro you are doing an amazing job. Its impressive. Greatings from Portugal 😉

@Mateo.Sutalo Жыл бұрын

I could watch you work for days, this project is very interesting!

@nimblybimbly4002 Жыл бұрын

Somebody get this man some spot weld cutting bits and an air chisel!

@DashDrones Жыл бұрын

I don't think you went to far at any stage. Immaculate work👍

@KH102695 Жыл бұрын

Well done!! Your skills have improved so much.

@michaelskinner896 Жыл бұрын

Your fabricating and welding skills look great. Hope your new compressor comes soon. I know you'll be happy about that.

@RestoreIt Жыл бұрын

Thank you Michael! At least a lot better than my first :D The compressor/spray booth/pressure blasting cabinet is going to change the game!

@maddogmiddelburg1963 Жыл бұрын

Acid dipping is the best 👍👍

@RestoreIt Жыл бұрын

I'm thinking about doing this after all of the welding is done :D

@JamieRogers95 Жыл бұрын

The progress with your fabrication skills over the last 12 months is nuts

@restore_official33 Жыл бұрын

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@robertevans6481 Жыл бұрын

I really enjoy watching your videos. Yes you have come a long way.

@luisdelcastillo8434 Жыл бұрын

You always do such an exquisite work! it's really a joy watching your videos, keep it up

@USM247 Жыл бұрын

Nice work and good thinking.

@cl500amg2 Жыл бұрын

Lovely work mate well done..

@viffe87 Жыл бұрын

Always looking forward to your videos. Your welding is getting really good mate, keep it up👌

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@The_Jordan_CJ Жыл бұрын

Tip from me over in South Africa. Use a sharp scribe instead of a permanent marker to indicate your cut lines. It makes for 'n MUCH more precise line to cut on.

@RestoreIt Жыл бұрын

Good shout Casper... I have a few of them in the shop as well

@andrewedwards6548 Жыл бұрын

Glad to see your learning and improving your skills 👌 😃 yes the closer the ground the better the weld. Due to resistance over the longer distance or something like that!

@bruhmomentum1994 Жыл бұрын

cant wait for the new panels to go on

@Johanson80 Жыл бұрын

Eres un máquina! Saludos desde Barcelona!

@RestoreIt Жыл бұрын

¡Muchas gracias!

@jimwalker5412 Жыл бұрын

I'm not really into spanners, metalwork etc but this is fascinating, good job.

@RestoreIt Жыл бұрын

Good to know it still interests you, Jim. Cheers.

@bobjoncas2814 Жыл бұрын

LOOKIN' GOOD, NICE WORK, KEEP SAFE..

@RestoreIt Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Bob!

@ILoveGermanStyleOfTuning Жыл бұрын

Wow, good job.

@RestoreIt Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@bobbyjones2363 Жыл бұрын

Drain air, remove cap on valve. Clean with cleaner Stretch spring, seal cap .check it . Sometimes works

@pascaljeske7307 Жыл бұрын

A next perfect Video Love it ❤️👍

@XenonG Жыл бұрын

Ship of Theseus in the making 🤣 Enjoying the restoration btw, looking forward to the process till it's finished.

@DrMJJr Жыл бұрын

HOT DAMN!! Another episode babyyyyy 🔥🔥🔥🔥 Goddamn Steve, your welding @9:23 has really improved…it’s like night and day compared to when you started!! Wow.

@preonmodel9906 Жыл бұрын

Nice! Good to see you making progress, any work done is a step forward.. my project is still sitting there waiting for me, but I never have the time or finances . 😢

@thepinky9876 Жыл бұрын

this work will be so much easier once you get 3 phase.. an air hammer would help alot with spot welds along will everything else that will be at your disposal.. great work once again.. its coming along nicly

@JeriDro 7 ай бұрын

9:22 very nice!

@ferfernandez9783 Жыл бұрын

Buen travajo 👍🏻👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻

@kdoran709 Жыл бұрын

Loves it

@RestoreIt Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@tomswindler64 Жыл бұрын

Very nice,just do what you gotta do to finish up the shop,and then on projects and the bmw of course.kudos,great video 😎😎😎👍👍👍

@RestoreIt Жыл бұрын

Exactly, Tom. Although I must keep posting somewhat to keep the algorithm god happy! 👍👍

@nealnaz Жыл бұрын

Your welding and fabricating skills have come along... and are doing amazing work on this BMW. I can easily see you have learned much of your techniques from Tony at Fitzee's Fabrications. Keep up the great work!

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@devisionhun Жыл бұрын

One of my favorites was you setting up the shop (both in spain and the previous one) Of course if it’s waiting for electricians or delivery, calling for paperwork… those are tough to show on camera 😅

@RestoreIt Жыл бұрын

I'm pleased to hear that, Devisionhun... There are going to be multiple workshop build episodes coming soon. But you're right, so much behind the scenes, (boring stuff) to sort out first, before I can really make a start on it.

@pavenderen5392 Жыл бұрын

Good job bro

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@patrickwilliams8582 Жыл бұрын

Just an idea, I've had much more success by using a W point drill bit to remove spot welds, they still have a small chisel point so still self centre then only drill the outer panel nicely, much easier than the belt grinder and chisel. Looking great though! Awesome seeing someone doing something the right way, even if it takes 10 times longer, will outlast the rest👍

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@burnottesoudure2370 Жыл бұрын

Great job, i have to do the same on my car. But i m not removing the outer arch panel. I only have a new piece of it. Thanks for the video, it gives me a good view of what i have to do. Cant wait next vidéo

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@willemp6432 Жыл бұрын

Just keep on doing what you do. a Big like from as always...

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@manfredschmalbach9023 Жыл бұрын

There's no "going too far" for a vehicle You intend to keep - just sayin'. Removing old bodgings, no matter Your own beginner steps or a previous MOT-hack-job is quite the satisfying thing to do - if You intend to have that thing for decades. Deconstructing original spotwelds is still the thing I do like the absolute least - a day of work is nothing in separating battered parts from other tin You want to keep and thus have to keep in form as good as it's possible ... You came quite the stretch with Your welding and repair techniques, that's for sure! Thanks for sharing.

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@horstszibulski19 Жыл бұрын

Experience and endurance really do pay off for you! Nice to sse your first tries and your actual welding next to eac other...great progress... Thx for showing, I hope this won't turn into a "Project Binky" timewise... 😂😂😂

@andrethib Жыл бұрын

this video could be subtitled "One thing leads to another" :D

@WilliamVerdoorn Жыл бұрын

Have you looked at all into rust converter products such as Ospho? They can help to save some borderline existing metal that would otherwise have to be cut out. Could really speed up a project. It’s helpful for treating small amounts of rust that are found when you remove a spot welded panel where they were lapped, before weld-thru primer and the new panel are put on.

@RestoreIt Жыл бұрын

Hey William, I have indeed. There's a lot of debate when it comes to this topic. Some people say 'no way' to that sort of thing... and just remove all or any traces of rust. And some people will remove hardly any rust and just use those types of products. I've decided I'm not going to convert any rust, and just remove it. I love doing this and I really need the practice for the future. So, maybe for me, it works, but for others, it won't. Cheers.

@MrJafar16 Жыл бұрын

Wonderful video👍👍 For spot welding I suggest that you visit any automotive body workshops that have that kind of equipments and explain your project to them. Most workshops welcome DIYers that have a good project thay will help you & teach you how to achieve a good quality job. You may mention them in a video or make it as sponsored ad as publicity for them. I wish you a good project

@RestoreIt Жыл бұрын

Thank you MrJafar! Glad you're enjoying it. That's a good idea actually. I'll speak with a few local places and see what happens. Much appreciated!

@williamtech4668 Жыл бұрын

Exactly 💯% this!

@GstarCurtis Жыл бұрын

If you are able to find an old red Tecna spot welder, you are good to go. They can be found somewhat cheaply, atleast in my country (Denmark)

@RestoreIt Жыл бұрын

Lovely bit of info, thanks, Simon!

@HFCLVLRTIWI Жыл бұрын

Looks like it is really cold in your shop. Make sure that the paint is okay in those temps!

@Garage.Man-001 Жыл бұрын

Good Good💪

@re-fix9678 Жыл бұрын

good👍👍

@jeffhammond8969 Жыл бұрын

Loving the progress. Any thoughts on getting a spot weld drill bit to make short work off the spot welds?

@heinzkot360 Жыл бұрын

for factory spotwelds there are special drills ... called Spotwelddrillbits .... they are the fastest and the most precise ... maybe consider them ?

@91drunkenmonkey Жыл бұрын

Look in to lead welding

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@vietnammodeling Жыл бұрын

I suggest buying a small plasma cutter. It will be so much easier and faster to cut any shape out of sheet metal and remove damaged parts than with an angle grinder.

@CYMRU619 Жыл бұрын

21:00 Have you thought of using 3M Body Glue (that's not the proper name for it so don't quote me!) instead of spot welds like they do on modern cars for attaching the rear arch panels? That would minimize the chances of any moisture getting inside the seam, some bodyshops are now using them on classic cars. Keep up the good work, you deserve that new compressor.

@Heinz1zwei Жыл бұрын

Hey man! I enjoy your videos! One thing I'm asking myself: Why don't you use drill bits specifically made für spot welds?

@sypernova6969 Жыл бұрын

hey man. great job, as usual so precise For the spot weld removal, there are some specialty drill bits that drill through only the spot weld. I forget if they go through onnly the top pannel or both. but it`s worth looking into; if you could simply drill them without muuch of an effort, it mught save you tons of time. As for spot welding, most people i see use their MIGs or TIGs, but i`m no expert, and I don`t knwo how much a spot welder would help.

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@grahampickering1560 Жыл бұрын

Loving this video series 👍 Will there be a time Lapse og the workshop build?

@RestoreIt Жыл бұрын

Thanks Graham. There are going to be multiple workshop build episodes. One for each large piece of equiptment, along with other bits and bobs as well.

@alancutchey9892 Жыл бұрын

Great work, can really see how far u’ve come.. Question.. what’s the primer ur using?

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@lowreedman Жыл бұрын

Maybe source an old spot welder and refurbish it on the channel?

@adcampo7601 Жыл бұрын

Love your work and attention to detail. What ever happened to your friends E30 M3 project? Any chance we can get an update?

@RestoreIt Жыл бұрын

Thanks dude, and its funny you should say that. He literally text me for the first time in a while yesterday. An update is coming soon :)

@54mgtf22 Жыл бұрын

Underseal removal by acid bath? Love your work 👍

@MetaldetectingFriesland Жыл бұрын

In my opinion you can better leave the metal surfaces blank steel when you're going to weld them and only after that spray on the weld through primer, I understand it's weld through but it still gives some form of contamination within the weld. Kind regards, Martin

@roninestate1268 Жыл бұрын

Друг, ты рекламировал диагностический прибор для старых BMW. Напомни пожалуйста, как он назывался. Не могу найти в твоих видео. И, спасибо за твой труд! Каждый раз смотрю с интересом!

@RestoreIt Жыл бұрын

Спасибо за просмотр чувак! Я полагаю, вы говорите об EManualOnline. Проверьте там и дайте мне знать.

@roninestate1268 Жыл бұрын

@@RestoreIt Нет, то, что ты написал это, я так понял, каталог сервисных книг, а я имел ввиду сканер, он выглядел как небольшой планшет, я его потом нашел в продаже здесь, у нас. Но, к сожалению сразу не купил и сейчас не могу вспомнить, как он назывался. И тебе спасибо! Кстати, твои сварочные швы всё лучше! :)

@HuntingWales Жыл бұрын

You should try buying a spot weld drilling kit rather than sanding and hammering around the metal. Prevents bending in the panels. Think theyre about 15 quid.

@StevenWeller-hl1qu Жыл бұрын

You can buy spot weld drill bits.

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@conwaystedham444 Жыл бұрын

Your welding is much better, gives me hope for my crap welds! One thing though, is there a reason you don't use a spot weld drill bit? I have a hss 6 and 8mm, they're fantastic! I have seen industrial spot welders on ebay for 3 - 500.

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@reviewaccount469 Жыл бұрын

Do you have a plasma table that you can use to design metal replacement pieces? Maybe you can get a free one from a sponsor. Arcdroid is pretty cool, and you could just trace your paper cutouts with it. You could make much larger pieces and use a metal brake to bend instead of cuts and welds. Just an idea anyway.

@RestoreIt Жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh... That looks amazing... I'd love one! I'll check those guys out. Cheers dude.

@bozobaz30 8 ай бұрын

Sorry to be the bearer of bad news but im afraid to say your welding hasn't improved its still crap it's your grinding ability that has improved a little bit. Fair play to you for having a go though

@joedunnill2758 Жыл бұрын

If you come to the US you can have my shop lol. Would love to see something actually get done in there

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@alanstrathern Жыл бұрын

Laser removal of the underseal!

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@joeygaming2987 Жыл бұрын

When you’re done restoring it, what colour are you painting the car?

@Polypheides Жыл бұрын

imma firin mah' lazer is my guess for removal of the underseal.

@briangreen6602 Жыл бұрын

I'd take advice if you should not brace that boot floor with it being on a rotisserie and you remove bits of sill and wheel arches.

@haniheizaidin1386 Жыл бұрын

Can i know what brown primer that you use?

@karluttt Жыл бұрын

Hi! What primer are you using?

@maxon887 Жыл бұрын

Could you please specify primer that you are using? thanks

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@Lucasb8024 Жыл бұрын

Wonder if you could rent a spot welder from somewhere?

@RestoreIt Жыл бұрын

This is currently the only plan i have in mind,

@colinbrown3364 Жыл бұрын

@Restore it Take a look at the boys from Yorkshire car restoration.

@davenash9925 Жыл бұрын

I am so confused. I have been following the playlist on this build but I am sure it jumps around a bit? How many 325i Sports are you restoring please? A few episodes ago I was watching a garage in spain cutting out a welding in new parts for the body work. Then Episodes 34 and 36 are look like they are starting the bodywork again? Are they properly in sequence? Also, swapping from england to spain, then back again is confusing the hell out of me. Please can you clarify if they are in a correct sequence in the playlist please?

@RestoreIt Жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting this comment, Dave. Apologies for the confusion. I have now added all of the 325i sport episodes into the playlist and organised them by time. It should make more sense now. A lot was missing, and they weren't in the correct order. The thing is, a lot happened in the background of this project, like moving country and workshops twice(now four workshops), and it's hard to get all of that across, whilst trying to focus on the project itself. That should all be sorted now, thanks again for making me aware.

@davenash9925 Жыл бұрын

@@RestoreIt Thanks, I thought I was going mad lol. Also, what would help going forward is a clear title that lists series and episode numbers so we all now for sure where we are in a playlist. You did start doing this and it stopped after a while. Anyway, thanks for the prompt reply and fix. I will come back if there are any other things I find. Thanks....

@RestoreIt Жыл бұрын

Cheers, Dave. I'll get on this soon.

@heikkipatokoski7116 Жыл бұрын

Buy makita cordless belt sander. I have 2 e30 316 and i use lot of that tool😁

@kinomiraru Жыл бұрын

There are so many videos on KZfaq with drilling weld points using a specially sharpened drill in a matter of minutes, but you definitely need to cut them down with a belt grinder for three hours. A special kind of perversion, apparently.

@RestoreIt Жыл бұрын

I've tried both and end up making a lot more mess to the panel behind the one im removing. Where as this method, leaves it perfect.