I basically have all the fab skills required to M60 swap my car. Done a couple of 24V swaps. Here we go with the OMG WHICH MOTOR IS BETTER but, as far as debating between an S52 and an M60, which would be most preferable in terms of power, reliablity, MPG, and fun? I'm pretty tired of my M50nv's power and I can pick up an M60 for the same price as many M50's. Phew, ready for the flaming now!
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M60 requires ALOT more work than s5x. And has the propensity to become more expensive.
Regardless, there are tons of s5x swaps out there. Only a small handful of m6x, so there's a "wow" factor associated with it.
M6x is as reliable as u rebuild it to be. Mpg is "better" than it was in the 540i by shedding almost 1000#.
Just research this sub forum for opinions of the people here. If u have access to an m6x and have the drive and fab skills, then GO FOR IT. God knows there's plenty of how-to documentation to guide u through it on r3v.
I thought there was a thread dedicated to "which is better, s5x or m6x." I'm currently on tapatalk, so i cant find the link to the thread.
In the end you're just comparing apples and oranges. There's no substituting for the torque, the sound and the exclusivity of a v8 in the e30!Recent Rebranding!!
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as far as a "rebuild" goes, I don't think I would be doing one except for replacing all the sensors and upper gaskets (valve cover, intake manifold, etc, except HG).
I'd like to know how it could compare in a straight line with an S52, and then around some bends (with the V8 being heavier and all). I tried searching for a "which is better" thread but nothing came up.Originally posted by TSI♫ Rust flecks are falling on my head...♫OEM+
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found it
Still want to know the reliablity aspects of an M60...24V motors are basically bulletproof unless you really suck at life. Ive had zero mechanical problems at all owning 3 or some motors..2 of them from the junkyard. Like i said I wouldnt be doing a HG replacement but I'd replace all the upper gaskets and sensors.Originally posted by TSI♫ Rust flecks are falling on my head...♫OEM+
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Swap in a real motor ....E30-LS1 aka. 357is
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Originally posted by lolcantturn View PostI wish there was a cheaper/local-er alternative to the 300mm.de mounts.
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Are you serious with these dumb questions that HAVE BEEN COVERED before many times?
If you are thinking about dropping another engine, why not spend some time on BFC in the E34 / and even E38/E39 sections and search / read 540/740 threads?
This will give you a good idea on what you can expect from this engine.
Just saying "ohhiIamanoobandwillaskthesequestionsbecauseIhavem yflamesuiton" is pretty lame, don't you think?
Just stick with a 24v swap.Mtech1 v8 build thread - https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/sho...d.php?t=413205
OEM v8 manual chip or dme - https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/sho....php?p=4938827
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Originally posted by lolcantturn View PostOne more question, as far as oil pan clearance goes, how far below the steering rack does the oil pan hang? I'm M50, the E34 pan is about an inch off the ground and I have a skid plate. Hope its not an issue.Mtech1 v8 build thread - https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/sho...d.php?t=413205
OEM v8 manual chip or dme - https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/sho....php?p=4938827
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Originally posted by Jean View PostThis tells me you have not A LICK of looking at ALL. In about 30 minutes I am going to finish my tea and I will delete this stupid thread because this is waste of space in the v8 section.
With that being said, Research.
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Originally posted by garretvs View PostSwap in a real motor ....
Originally posted by lolcantturn View PostOne more question, as far as oil pan clearance goes, how far below the steering rack does the oil pan hang? I'm M50, the E34 pan is about an inch off the ground and I have a skid plate. Hope its not an issue.
Originally posted by battlecattle View PostOnly questions I see are reliability and weight. With that said my motor went swimming and has had only minor things replaced and is running just fine. Seems pretty reliable to me. As far as weight, +~200lbs.
No reliability problems with M60, just basic maintenance.
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Originally posted by Jean View PostThis tells me you have not A LICK of looking at ALL. In about 30 minutes I am going to finish my tea and I will delete this stupid thread because this is waste of space in the v8 section.Originally posted by TSI♫ Rust flecks are falling on my head...♫OEM+
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to the OP:
If you have fab skills, why would you buy someone else's fabbed motor mounts? Also, isn't the M60 lighter than the S52? It's all aluminum...
And Jean, while I agree with you, it does seem like a quick and angry response. I also enjoy the information "density" of this subforum, and the useless drivel that goes on in other subforums does get MY panties in a bunch, that's for sure.
to the OP again, don't get into a pissing contest w/ a moderator. Just do the research, read up until your eyes hurt, and then pick up an M60B40 and get to it. imho, the M60 sounds heavenly, and that coupled w/ the light weight and MORE power and torque than an S52, AND the fact that they cost about 1/10th of an S52, I would say why the hell not??
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