m30 e30 swap grocery list

[timninja]

Is there a thread on what all youll need?i just picked up a 318is 2 door so im trying to get everything ready.
Thanks -tim

[chance]

You should probably get Franks m30 swap guide.

There are a lot of parts needed, but the only thing that makes it harder than the m50 swaps is the custom engine mounts and a custom drive shaft

[timninja]

Ok thats what i was thinking,ive heard there are mounts you can buy and im trying to figure out where ive seen it but you can also find a bmw drive line from an auto that fits

[chance]

Yep, members f34r and good&tight sell swap mounts for b35 motors. Qbang sells swap mounts for b34 motors.

I just had a local driveshaft shop shorten mine. It cost 40 dollars

[F34R]

Yep, members f34r and good&tight sell swap mounts for b35 motors. Qbang sells swap mounts for b34 motors.

I just had a local driveshaft shop shorten mine. It cost 40 dollars

Thanks for the rep bud =)

You can use a SETA drive shaft, DIRECT FIT! I am using it on mine right now. Needs to be a 5spd shaft, and I have a set of mounts ready to ship. Let me know if you want them.

[jbright407]

Thanks for the rep bud =)

You can use a SETA drive shaft, DIRECT FIT! I am using it on mine right now. Needs to be a 5spd shaft, and I have a set of mounts ready to ship. Let me know if you want them.

Good info, I'm planning a swap now. I don't have the car, but I'm researching as much as possible. I hate surprises that can happen mid-swap. Plan for the worst, hope for the best!!!!

[dishwab]

You'll also need a radiator from an E28 535i - thinner than the M20 radiator. They can be had brand new for about $140.

[F34R]

You'll also need a radiator from an E28 535i - thinner than the M20 radiator. They can be had brand new for about $140.

Go with a Mishimoto e36, lifetime coverage on EVERYTHING. Fits great with my m30.

[chance]

Go with a Mishimoto e36, lifetime coverage on EVERYTHING. Fits great with my m30.

Really? Are the outlets in the right locations?

[Herr Faust Schinken]

Really? Are the outlets in the right locations?

Yeah I thought the reason you. Couldn't use them was because of the m 30 raditior has its coolant hoses in different places

[chance]

Yeah I thought the reason you. Couldn't use them was because of the m 30 raditior has its coolant hoses in different places

Exactly. I know of a member here who made it work with some interesting hose routing, but one of the hoses was super close to an accessory pulley/belt.

I am happy with my e28 rad, near perfect condition out of a junkyard

[Grand525]

Is there a thread on what all youll need?i just picked up a 318is 2 door so im trying to get everything ready.
Thanks -tim

Hi, Tim

Let me know if you want some help with M30.
I have the DME of m30b35 and Mark'D EAT performance chip.