Supercharged BMW V8 T-bucket, Replacement Engine Day.

[Mykk]

A recently spun rod bearing in the original BMW V8 prompted changing out the long blocks to a spare engine sitting stands for a couple of years. While the engine was out I took the opportunity to degrease, clean up wiring, hoses, paint strip-repaint, modify and tackle any project that needed attention:

 

[Mykk]

A bigger project that took me a couple of months, I'm thankful to have the Bucket back on the road again.

 

[Spanky]

We're glad you're back to cruising, too! And thanks for the 'photojournalism' with all the pictures. You do nice work!

 

[WebMistress]

Amazing how one job leads to so many others. Looks great, and perfect timing to be driving her again.
(I'm with Spanky, thanks for sharing all the pictures)

 

[T-Test]

I guess that 10,000 RPM took a toll!
Glad you got it done again.
It will never be finished, though.

 

[BossMan]

Your engine looks like a masterpiece....great job! I noticed your leaf spring setup in the front. Did you need all the added shackles to compensate for the engine weight?

 

[Buffman]

A bigger project that took me a couple of months, I'm thankful to have the Bucket back on the road again.

Those are great looking heat shields on your exhaust. Did you make them or buy them somewhere? I haven't been able to find any like that on the web.

 

[Mykk]

Your engine looks like a masterpiece....great job! I noticed your leaf spring setup in the front. Did you need all the added shackles to compensate for the engine weight?

Thank you. I run many leaf packs because I don't have front shocks. It is stiff, but I rather like it.

 

[Mykk]

Those are great looking heat shields on your exhaust. Did you make them or buy them somewhere? I haven't been able to find any like that on the web.

Here ya go:

Exhaust Heat shields Stainless Steel

Polished stainless steel Heat Shields designed to be a direct fit on a 4 inch muffler. - The heat shields are 26 inches in length. - Universal fitment for any 4 inch muffler - Stainless steel mounting clamps and hardware - Easy Installation Pre-order only

iconicparts.com

On my set up I cut them down to shorten them and rounded the corners.

 

[Buffman]

Here ya go:

Exhaust Heat shields Stainless Steel

Polished stainless steel Heat Shields designed to be a direct fit on a 4 inch muffler. - The heat shields are 26 inches in length. - Universal fitment for any 4 inch muffler - Stainless steel mounting clamps and hardware - Easy Installation Pre-order only

iconicparts.com

On my set up I cut them down to shorten them and rounded the corners.

Thank you, appreciate it.

 

[Spanky]

Heads up . . . our friend Mykk posted this pic on FB with the caption, "It begins." Hm.m.m.m . . . looks like he's starting another build. We'll see.

 

[Spanky]

I asked Mykk on fb if he would go with another exotic engine choice or stick with something traditional? He replied: "The exotic drivetrains are my modus operandi. I do have a love for the SBC and domestic engines, but the obscure is working for me and gains attention."

 

[fletcherson]

I appreciate off center stuff too. Nothing against sbc, bbc, ford, Chrysler, etc... just nice to see different flavors. Love to see craftsmanship as opposed to store bought.