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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. -
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.Leave a comment:
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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!Leave a comment:
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Noob as hell questions, putting my flame suit on.
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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