About to refresh the old 318is, starting the with the M42. I'm not exactly sure how in-depth I'm going to go with the actual engine yet, but I'm starting with the cooling system including the head gasket. I'm strongly considering turbo-charging the engine in the near future as well.
If I'm replacing the HG, studs, water pump, all coolant hoses, and t-stat, what other items should I consider taking care of while I'm in there?
What brands of HG and studs will handle a turbo well?
Should I look into replacing the profile gasket for the timing case? Chain tensioners?
I also have a couple of stripped valve cover threads I want to fix. Are helicoils the best solution for this? I know someone was thinking of making a kit some time ago..
Thanks
If I'm replacing the HG, studs, water pump, all coolant hoses, and t-stat, what other items should I consider taking care of while I'm in there?
What brands of HG and studs will handle a turbo well?
Should I look into replacing the profile gasket for the timing case? Chain tensioners?
I also have a couple of stripped valve cover threads I want to fix. Are helicoils the best solution for this? I know someone was thinking of making a kit some time ago..
Thanks
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