MtecII S38 swap

[M42Power]

The S38 from the e34 chassis is 2" longer than the one from the e24 and e28 shells. Not as easy to install. Radiator will most likely need to be relocated in front of its original position, while a small auxiliary rad might be required behind the passenger side headlights if driving in traffic... Don't forget the spacers between the subframe and the shell. Or the hood won't close.

I read that if you lower your subframe, you will fuck up the handling, by changing the roll center, fucking the suspension geometry and originating bump steer issues.

[Alpina]

i used 86 m5 headers and didnt have to modify the mount or header

The m88/3 headers are cosmeticly gorgeous,, and bigger vs oem S38B38 headers..

when i did my swap .. i was thinking of buying these,,

1) very hard to find

2) stunning high price

3) why on earth use M88/3 headers on b38 if M-Gmbh were not using them

4) they generate a LOT more heat vs oem B38 header

i talked to some several guys how are well known in the old BMW tuning world ,, and they said DO NOT use M88/3 headers on S38B38 ... the oem are designed for B36/B38

[jibbajabba]

The m88/3 headers are cosmeticly gorgeous,, and bigger vs oem S38B38 headers..

when i did my swap .. i was thinking of buying these,,

1) very hard to find

2) stunning high price

3) why on earth use M88/3 headers on b38 if M-Gmbh were not using them

4) they generate a LOT more heat vs oem B38 header

i talked to some several guys how are well known in the old BMW tuning world ,, and they said DO NOT use M88/3 headers on S38B38 ... the oem are designed for B36/B38

1- Very easy - call the dealer
2- Not that bad - $1025.00 for the set brand new
3- Stock motor...no need, built motor...suggested because of larger diameter primaries and secondaries ---doing a swap...fits a lot better then the stock ones
4- They are single wall vs dual wall - ceremic coat them and use the heat shield. Heat problem (which really isn't a problem) solved.

[Alpina]

Ok ,, good luck ..



ps.. i liked your answers,,