The time has come. (Now with re-sized pictures!)
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Since the day I bought my car, It was perfect. I had always wanted an E46, since I was little. But there was something else. I always wanted more out of it. I knew it would always be better. I knew I could make it better... The way I wanted it.
The mods started slowly. Clear corners here, an intake system there. But it was never enough. Then, before I spent to much money, I decided to go with an M3. So, will all boldness, I purchased a 2002 M3. I was In love. The power was intoxicating. It was comfortable and beautiful.
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But the Gods seemed to think otherwise. I had, at the time, sold my 323 to my father. He drove it for a bit, but nothing to big. Then 3 months of ownership into my M3, I was rear ended and it was totaled. It was a sad day.
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After my car crash, my father agreed to sell my 323 back to me. I was happy to be with my old friend, but I was left craving the power. I became convinced, in a weird way, that I was meant to be with this silver sedan. Its just as well. I love my car. Every time I look at it, she gives me a smile. The amount of time and money I have invested in my car, is far more than I would ever dream to get back.
So ever since the M3, I have been going back and forth as to how I wanted to get more power. I debated doing and S54 swap, and going with FI. I also have a thread on that as well. I have changed my mind on the subject more than some politicians change opinions. But now...
I have finally decided.
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I have ordered a supercharger. Its an ESS TS2 twin screw. Upon debating the brands and many types, I had decided that the TS2 will give me the best blend of power and reliability. The power curves on the twin screw configuration are far more consistent than any other setup on the market. I wanted daily driver smoothness with M3ish power. I realize that there are more powerful vehicles around. But I have come to terms that it will be enough for me. I am going to use this thread to document the install process, and final results, as well as long term usage of the product. I know some people are going to say I'm stupid, and that its a waste of money. But its my damn money.
For now, I will wait. The kit is being assembled. Hopefully in the next week it will ship out. I will be like a kid staring at the Christmas tree, anxiously waiting to open the box! I will update accordingly!
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Since the day I bought my car, It was perfect. I had always wanted an E46, since I was little. But there was something else. I always wanted more out of it. I knew it would always be better. I knew I could make it better... The way I wanted it.
The mods started slowly. Clear corners here, an intake system there. But it was never enough. Then, before I spent to much money, I decided to go with an M3. So, will all boldness, I purchased a 2002 M3. I was In love. The power was intoxicating. It was comfortable and beautiful.
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But the Gods seemed to think otherwise. I had, at the time, sold my 323 to my father. He drove it for a bit, but nothing to big. Then 3 months of ownership into my M3, I was rear ended and it was totaled. It was a sad day.
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After my car crash, my father agreed to sell my 323 back to me. I was happy to be with my old friend, but I was left craving the power. I became convinced, in a weird way, that I was meant to be with this silver sedan. Its just as well. I love my car. Every time I look at it, she gives me a smile. The amount of time and money I have invested in my car, is far more than I would ever dream to get back.
So ever since the M3, I have been going back and forth as to how I wanted to get more power. I debated doing and S54 swap, and going with FI. I also have a thread on that as well. I have changed my mind on the subject more than some politicians change opinions. But now...
I have finally decided.
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I have ordered a supercharger. Its an ESS TS2 twin screw. Upon debating the brands and many types, I had decided that the TS2 will give me the best blend of power and reliability. The power curves on the twin screw configuration are far more consistent than any other setup on the market. I wanted daily driver smoothness with M3ish power. I realize that there are more powerful vehicles around. But I have come to terms that it will be enough for me. I am going to use this thread to document the install process, and final results, as well as long term usage of the product. I know some people are going to say I'm stupid, and that its a waste of money. But its my damn money.
For now, I will wait. The kit is being assembled. Hopefully in the next week it will ship out. I will be like a kid staring at the Christmas tree, anxiously waiting to open the box! I will update accordingly!
Peace, to all my fellow fanatics! :thumbup: