Francis On All BMW Model Differences, Common Problems & How to Maintain Them
Francis On All BMW Model Differences, Common Problems & How to Maintain Them  
Podcast: Street Alpha Podcast
Published On: Sat May 03 2025
Description: In todays episode we sit with  @Francis_von_louie  who breaks down the key differences between all BMW models, from classic icons to modern performance machines. We dive deep into common BMW problems, reliability concerns, and essential maintenance tips to keep your car running smoothly. Francis Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/francis_von_louie00:00 Intro03:46 Update On Francs AWD E3605:57 Are 76mm Turbos Too Big For Street Cars?08:08 Racing Against G80's In a Manual Car10:13 How To Properly Shift Gears14:23 The Apfelbeck Engine17:08 The BMW M12 Engine17:45 The BMW E2124:19 The BMW E3029:07 E30 Market Value30:50 Building an BMW E3036:13 Making Power With BMW E3038:01 The BMW E30 Suspension Limitations39:13 The BMW E2841:39 The BMW E2343:16 The BMW E3144:10 The 8 Series BMW Electronics44:42 The BMW M70 Engine47:29 The BMW E32 Differential48:03 The Quality Of Steel Use For Differentials52:36 The BMW E3454:31 The BMW E34 Electrical Issues56:20 The BMW V8 and V12 Reliability58:39 The BMW E3601:00:16 The BMW S50B3001:01:50 BMW VANOS01:04:17 BMW S54 AEM01:05:40 Removing Variable Valve Timing Drivability01:07:13 BMW E36 Engines01:10:10 Controlling Torque With S52 Engine On The Dyno01:11:46 How To Control Torque On The Dyno01:13:01 Choosing The Right Waste gate Spring01:18:59 Tuner Misconceptions01:20:04 BMW E3801:23:08 E39 BMW Mechanical Issues01:23:58 Does Warming Up Your Car Make Sense?01:28:12 The E46 BMW01:29:43 Horsepower Freaks Turbo Kit01:33:46 The E46 Subframe01:35:34 Building a BMW E4601:36:30 The E39 BMW01:37:59 E36 and E46 Suspension Geometry01:38:44 The E36 Was The Best Handling Car In The 90s01:41:34 MK4 Supra Handling01:44:05 Why You Should Always Keep Learning01:46:56 Building an E46 M301:47:39 The E66 BMW The Worst Car Of All Time01:50:16 The BMW E6001:50:56 The SMG Transmission01:52:47 Horsepower Per Cylinder01:54:53 The Best Engine Design01:57:22 Choosing The Right Connecting Rods01:58:57 Building a BMW V10 M501:59:25 The BMW N5401:59:57 The E90 BMW02:03:36 The BMW N5502:04:59 The BMW F1002:06:20 The BMW S6302:08:15 The BMW M502:10:00 The BMW F80FOLLOW STREET ALPHA PODCAST ON:INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/streetalphapodcastTIKTOK | https://tiktok.com/@streetalphapodcastSPONSORS:MINTY DETAILING: https://www.instagram.com/mintydetailing/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/street-alpha/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy