Hello all-
After 3 awesome seasons with my built/supercharged/intercooled S52 I’ve decided to make some changes. As my car has evolved into an all-out track car I’ve started to find the need to simplify things. I've deleted all accessories including Power Steering. Now, I'd like to simplify the engine bay as much as possible to minimize potential issues and to ease track side repairs, wrenching, etc. So, while it's been great, I'd really like to gain back the space the supercharger, intercooler, intercooler piping, and oil feed lines take up. Plus, I'm seeking as many weight reductions and power increases as possible. So, for my track specific purposes, the next logical step for me is moving toward a purpose built LS2 powerplant (not looking forward to how much $ this will be).
AGAIN, there is nothing wrong with this setup (perhaps some basic maintenance items like a gasket or seal) and I have many many forum members and instructors spread across the BMW CCA, Porsche PCA, and Audi Club that can attest to that. This engine made my car an absolute beast that could hang with instructor group Porsche GT3's all day long (no, that's not an exaggeration).
I understand everyone loves parts, and I have some great ones here, but please respect that I’d like to sell this entire engine, transmission, supercharger, intercooler as a complete setup. I’m not interested in parting out so please, don’t ask.
Big ticket items included in the setup (this is to get your attention): S52 engine with built top end, Supertech Valve springs with titanium retainers, Schrick cam, Big bore throttle body, Vortech T-trim Supercharger, 8 rib pulley conversion, Custom intercooler kit with aluminum piping, TRM tune, ZF transmission with chromoly flywheel and 6 puck stage III clutch, and a TON of other awesome stuff. Keep reading for more information.
Take note, I do not have an updated dyno sheet. However, I do have my original dyno sheet (from before the T-trim rebuild and upgrade) and this beast made 381whp on a Dynojet Dyno! 5 events ago I had a complete rebuild by Vortech as well as a T-trim upgrade. This allows for greater airflow and power output all at lower psi. Further, I’ve upgraded the crank and supercharger pulley to an 8 rib setup to ensure there is no belt slippage (in any environment - street or track) and no power loss. I’ve also mated all of this to a completely custom intercooler setup with hard aluminum piping silicone boots that allows for less than a 2psi drop across the range. In the end this setup produces more power, with a lower psi (topping out at 8psi at the gauge) for engine and parts longevity. Why an intercooler? Because they maintain power longer and do not suffer heat loss like air to water systems over longer periods of performance use. Since the T-trim rebuild/upgrade the motor has gone through several tune revisions with TRM and it should making closer to 405whp. It just ran so well, I never took the time to go back to the dyno for an updated sheet.
I did perform a compression test and was very careful to treat each and every cylinder the same. I was also careful to take pictures of the results that showed which cylinder the gauge was plugged into. This motor is FRESH with all readings between 188 and 194psi. The motor was completely cold when tested. The battery was fully charged and charging throughout the whole test. The fuel pump fuse was pulled and the throttle body was all the way open. Each cylinder was measured after 8 ignition cranks.
Please review the pictures in the photobucket album for individual results. Summary results are:
Cylinder 1 – 189psi
Cylinder 2 – 191psi
Cylinder 3 – 194psi
Cylinder 4 – 193psi
Cylinder 5 – 190psi
Cylinder 6 – 188psi
I’m a BMW CCA/and Porsche PCA instructor and take my reputation and my cars very seriously. This motor has never had any problems and has always been maintained and taken care of. I can provide references regarding how well this car/engine ran at the track and how awesomely fast it was.
Obviously whoever buys this should go through it, clean it up and address any possible maintenance items they find. I think it could use a valve cover gasket. I did have Power Steering issues prior to deleting it entirely and unfortunately the power steering fluid caused a bit of a mess. I will do my best to clean it prior to shipping.
Fitment:
This will be a direct plug and play swap for any E36 OBD1 car. Get it installed and running in a weekend.
With minor modification to the engine sensors (Crank, Cam, Knock, Vanos Solenoid) to convert back to OBDII, a new SC tune, this will fit into any E36 OBD2 car.
With potential modification to the wiring harness, intercooler piping (because of potential fitment issues with the E30 engine bay), drive shaft, and cooling system, this will fit into any E30 car (a new tune would not be needed considering it’s already OBD1).
PARTS BREAKDOWN:
Below is a complete list of what has gone into this setup. I listed prices to show what I have in it, NOT FOR PART OUT:
Engine:
3.2L S52 from a 1997 M3 (114K miles) - $2050.00
Full OBD-I conversion
OBD1 harness - $61.34
OBD1 ECU (413 red label DME) - $19.99
OBD1 Dipstick - $4.00
OBD1 M50/S50 intake manifold - $100.00
OBD1 fuel rail w/ new pressure regulator - 4.00
OBD1 crank position sensor - $20.09
OBD1 cam position sensor - $23.99
OBD1 ping/knock sensor x2 - $89.58
OBD1 oxygen sensor - $48.79
OBD1 main "octopus" engine coolant hose - free
TMS OBD1 coolant hose adapter - $43.50
OBD1 6cyl Gauge cluster - NOT INCLUDED - mine cost $23.99 from a yard
E36 6cyl throttle cable (needed specifically for 318ti fitment) - NOT INCLUDED - mine cost $36.82 new
New Gaskets, Seals, Hoses when rebuilt - $321.42
New Crank and main seal kit - $68.98
OBDII Valve Cover and coil packs (new) - $256.74
Rebuilt Head – Minimally milled for surface preparation - $282.00
Schrick 256 exhaust cam, Stock 252 Intake Cam (emulates the VAC's supercharger specific cam profiles) - $798.09
Supertech dual valve springs with titanium retainers - $555.00
Supertech valve seals - $26.03
.070 Cometic MLS head gasket - $249.52
ARP 2000 head studs - $159.51
Rebuilt Vanos – Beisan Kit - $52.23
Welded Oil pump nut
Bimmerworld oil line adapter for Euro housing - $69.99
Euro Oil filter housing - $265.00
Bimmerworld euro filter housing diverter valve (for oil cooler supply) - $92.10
Turner Motorsport -10AN euro filter housing oil line adapter
19 row heat exchanger for oil cooler - $58.00
-AN fittings and hoses for oil cooler - $92.30
Billet aluminum oil filter housing cap w/ 18/NPT temp sensor port - $88.00
ECS heavy duty oil pump and timing chains - $70.38
NGKR - BKR6EK spark plugs - $35.44
Riot Racing Big Bore Throttle Body - $217.00
TMS Oil pan baffle kit - $170.33
140 amp alternator - $192.89
Custom aluminum power steering reservoir and -AN relocation lines - $275.38
Bimmerworld -AN power steering pressure hose - $79.99
Cooling:
Aluminum (Ebay) M3 fitment radiator – Could use a new one - $103.48
Bimmerworld Electric Spal pusher conversion fan with brass radiator bleed screw - $167.99
Crank fan delete nut - $9.90
Metal Impeller water pump
ECS Tuning billet aluminum water pump pulley - 8% overdrive - $39.95
80*C thermostat
80/88*C fan switch
Aluminum Thermostat housing - $14.95
Silicone radiator hoses - $39.00
Gearbox/Differential:
E36 M3 ZF 5 speed transmission - $350.00
New trans output shaft seal - $26.03
F1 racing 14.5# chromoly flywheel – I really love this flywheel - $220.00
F1 racing (Sachs) Stage 3 clutch/pressure plate – great clutch - $209.00
M3/328 ZF driveshaft – Only if you really need it - $100.00
Larger diameter 328/M3 guibo
TMS stainless braided clutch slave line - $29.95
Supercharger/Intercooler:
Dinan Vortech V2 kit w/ T-trim wheel - $3500.00
Full factory rebuild with T-trim upgrade last season - $1200.00
Custom machined 6.5" 8 rib crank pulley - $399.00
2.93" 8 rib blower pulley (makes 8psi after pressure drop from intercooler) - $111.30
Continental Elite 4040405 belt - $14.97
Bosch Green Giant 42Lb injectors - $341.01
TRM OBD1 custom tune (several revisions to get it to this point) - $649.99
27"x7"x2.75" air/air intercooler - $76.25
Custom 2.5" 2mm aluminum intercooler piping kit – Should fit any E36 - $500.00
803 MAF with OBD2 re-pinned MAF plug - $257.20
Rally Road Engineering supercharger/turbo oil feed bung - $29.90
I’m asking $7000 + shipping (I'm pretty firm at this price) for a complete, turn-key, install and drive, setup. Go ahead and add up what I have into this and you’ll see that I spent just shy of $16K on this setup ($15,939.19). That number is parts cost ALONE, not labor. I’m asking less than ½ of what I have in this. When contemplating the price, please consider all the major components listed in this kit. Usually a lower mileage/good condition motor goes for $2K-$2500, a complete SC kit goes for $3K-$3500, a trans $350-500, and an intercooler kit, if you can even find one for $800-$1500. Those prices basically make up my asking price. Then take into account ALL the additional performance parts and modifications that are basically included in excess. If you still don't like my price, then this setup simply isn’t for you.
I’m willing to assist with local pickup or I can put it on a pallet, secure it all, and meet with your preferred shipper. Just let me know.
LINK TO DROPBOX ALBUM FOR ENGINE VIDEOS, COMPRESSION, AND REMOVAL PICTURES:
LINK TO BUILD THREAD:
After 3 awesome seasons with my built/supercharged/intercooled S52 I’ve decided to make some changes. As my car has evolved into an all-out track car I’ve started to find the need to simplify things. I've deleted all accessories including Power Steering. Now, I'd like to simplify the engine bay as much as possible to minimize potential issues and to ease track side repairs, wrenching, etc. So, while it's been great, I'd really like to gain back the space the supercharger, intercooler, intercooler piping, and oil feed lines take up. Plus, I'm seeking as many weight reductions and power increases as possible. So, for my track specific purposes, the next logical step for me is moving toward a purpose built LS2 powerplant (not looking forward to how much $ this will be).
AGAIN, there is nothing wrong with this setup (perhaps some basic maintenance items like a gasket or seal) and I have many many forum members and instructors spread across the BMW CCA, Porsche PCA, and Audi Club that can attest to that. This engine made my car an absolute beast that could hang with instructor group Porsche GT3's all day long (no, that's not an exaggeration).
I understand everyone loves parts, and I have some great ones here, but please respect that I’d like to sell this entire engine, transmission, supercharger, intercooler as a complete setup. I’m not interested in parting out so please, don’t ask.
Big ticket items included in the setup (this is to get your attention): S52 engine with built top end, Supertech Valve springs with titanium retainers, Schrick cam, Big bore throttle body, Vortech T-trim Supercharger, 8 rib pulley conversion, Custom intercooler kit with aluminum piping, TRM tune, ZF transmission with chromoly flywheel and 6 puck stage III clutch, and a TON of other awesome stuff. Keep reading for more information.
Take note, I do not have an updated dyno sheet. However, I do have my original dyno sheet (from before the T-trim rebuild and upgrade) and this beast made 381whp on a Dynojet Dyno! 5 events ago I had a complete rebuild by Vortech as well as a T-trim upgrade. This allows for greater airflow and power output all at lower psi. Further, I’ve upgraded the crank and supercharger pulley to an 8 rib setup to ensure there is no belt slippage (in any environment - street or track) and no power loss. I’ve also mated all of this to a completely custom intercooler setup with hard aluminum piping silicone boots that allows for less than a 2psi drop across the range. In the end this setup produces more power, with a lower psi (topping out at 8psi at the gauge) for engine and parts longevity. Why an intercooler? Because they maintain power longer and do not suffer heat loss like air to water systems over longer periods of performance use. Since the T-trim rebuild/upgrade the motor has gone through several tune revisions with TRM and it should making closer to 405whp. It just ran so well, I never took the time to go back to the dyno for an updated sheet.
I did perform a compression test and was very careful to treat each and every cylinder the same. I was also careful to take pictures of the results that showed which cylinder the gauge was plugged into. This motor is FRESH with all readings between 188 and 194psi. The motor was completely cold when tested. The battery was fully charged and charging throughout the whole test. The fuel pump fuse was pulled and the throttle body was all the way open. Each cylinder was measured after 8 ignition cranks.
Please review the pictures in the photobucket album for individual results. Summary results are:
Cylinder 1 – 189psi
Cylinder 2 – 191psi
Cylinder 3 – 194psi
Cylinder 4 – 193psi
Cylinder 5 – 190psi
Cylinder 6 – 188psi
I’m a BMW CCA/and Porsche PCA instructor and take my reputation and my cars very seriously. This motor has never had any problems and has always been maintained and taken care of. I can provide references regarding how well this car/engine ran at the track and how awesomely fast it was.
Obviously whoever buys this should go through it, clean it up and address any possible maintenance items they find. I think it could use a valve cover gasket. I did have Power Steering issues prior to deleting it entirely and unfortunately the power steering fluid caused a bit of a mess. I will do my best to clean it prior to shipping.
Fitment:
This will be a direct plug and play swap for any E36 OBD1 car. Get it installed and running in a weekend.
With minor modification to the engine sensors (Crank, Cam, Knock, Vanos Solenoid) to convert back to OBDII, a new SC tune, this will fit into any E36 OBD2 car.
With potential modification to the wiring harness, intercooler piping (because of potential fitment issues with the E30 engine bay), drive shaft, and cooling system, this will fit into any E30 car (a new tune would not be needed considering it’s already OBD1).
PARTS BREAKDOWN:
Below is a complete list of what has gone into this setup. I listed prices to show what I have in it, NOT FOR PART OUT:
Engine:
3.2L S52 from a 1997 M3 (114K miles) - $2050.00
Full OBD-I conversion
OBD1 harness - $61.34
OBD1 ECU (413 red label DME) - $19.99
OBD1 Dipstick - $4.00
OBD1 M50/S50 intake manifold - $100.00
OBD1 fuel rail w/ new pressure regulator - 4.00
OBD1 crank position sensor - $20.09
OBD1 cam position sensor - $23.99
OBD1 ping/knock sensor x2 - $89.58
OBD1 oxygen sensor - $48.79
OBD1 main "octopus" engine coolant hose - free
TMS OBD1 coolant hose adapter - $43.50
OBD1 6cyl Gauge cluster - NOT INCLUDED - mine cost $23.99 from a yard
E36 6cyl throttle cable (needed specifically for 318ti fitment) - NOT INCLUDED - mine cost $36.82 new
New Gaskets, Seals, Hoses when rebuilt - $321.42
New Crank and main seal kit - $68.98
OBDII Valve Cover and coil packs (new) - $256.74
Rebuilt Head – Minimally milled for surface preparation - $282.00
Schrick 256 exhaust cam, Stock 252 Intake Cam (emulates the VAC's supercharger specific cam profiles) - $798.09
Supertech dual valve springs with titanium retainers - $555.00
Supertech valve seals - $26.03
.070 Cometic MLS head gasket - $249.52
ARP 2000 head studs - $159.51
Rebuilt Vanos – Beisan Kit - $52.23
Welded Oil pump nut
Bimmerworld oil line adapter for Euro housing - $69.99
Euro Oil filter housing - $265.00
Bimmerworld euro filter housing diverter valve (for oil cooler supply) - $92.10
Turner Motorsport -10AN euro filter housing oil line adapter
19 row heat exchanger for oil cooler - $58.00
-AN fittings and hoses for oil cooler - $92.30
Billet aluminum oil filter housing cap w/ 18/NPT temp sensor port - $88.00
ECS heavy duty oil pump and timing chains - $70.38
NGKR - BKR6EK spark plugs - $35.44
Riot Racing Big Bore Throttle Body - $217.00
TMS Oil pan baffle kit - $170.33
140 amp alternator - $192.89
Custom aluminum power steering reservoir and -AN relocation lines - $275.38
Bimmerworld -AN power steering pressure hose - $79.99
Cooling:
Aluminum (Ebay) M3 fitment radiator – Could use a new one - $103.48
Bimmerworld Electric Spal pusher conversion fan with brass radiator bleed screw - $167.99
Crank fan delete nut - $9.90
Metal Impeller water pump
ECS Tuning billet aluminum water pump pulley - 8% overdrive - $39.95
80*C thermostat
80/88*C fan switch
Aluminum Thermostat housing - $14.95
Silicone radiator hoses - $39.00
Gearbox/Differential:
E36 M3 ZF 5 speed transmission - $350.00
New trans output shaft seal - $26.03
F1 racing 14.5# chromoly flywheel – I really love this flywheel - $220.00
F1 racing (Sachs) Stage 3 clutch/pressure plate – great clutch - $209.00
M3/328 ZF driveshaft – Only if you really need it - $100.00
Larger diameter 328/M3 guibo
TMS stainless braided clutch slave line - $29.95
Supercharger/Intercooler:
Dinan Vortech V2 kit w/ T-trim wheel - $3500.00
Full factory rebuild with T-trim upgrade last season - $1200.00
Custom machined 6.5" 8 rib crank pulley - $399.00
2.93" 8 rib blower pulley (makes 8psi after pressure drop from intercooler) - $111.30
Continental Elite 4040405 belt - $14.97
Bosch Green Giant 42Lb injectors - $341.01
TRM OBD1 custom tune (several revisions to get it to this point) - $649.99
27"x7"x2.75" air/air intercooler - $76.25
Custom 2.5" 2mm aluminum intercooler piping kit – Should fit any E36 - $500.00
803 MAF with OBD2 re-pinned MAF plug - $257.20
Rally Road Engineering supercharger/turbo oil feed bung - $29.90
I’m asking $7000 + shipping (I'm pretty firm at this price) for a complete, turn-key, install and drive, setup. Go ahead and add up what I have into this and you’ll see that I spent just shy of $16K on this setup ($15,939.19). That number is parts cost ALONE, not labor. I’m asking less than ½ of what I have in this. When contemplating the price, please consider all the major components listed in this kit. Usually a lower mileage/good condition motor goes for $2K-$2500, a complete SC kit goes for $3K-$3500, a trans $350-500, and an intercooler kit, if you can even find one for $800-$1500. Those prices basically make up my asking price. Then take into account ALL the additional performance parts and modifications that are basically included in excess. If you still don't like my price, then this setup simply isn’t for you.
I’m willing to assist with local pickup or I can put it on a pallet, secure it all, and meet with your preferred shipper. Just let me know.
LINK TO DROPBOX ALBUM FOR ENGINE VIDEOS, COMPRESSION, AND REMOVAL PICTURES:
LINK TO BUILD THREAD:
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