So it looks like I have finally settled on a motor for the swap. Picking up a 99 528 5sp this weekend. I have seen talk of this with the e46 guys, just not sure if anyone has done it with a e30. Probably and hopefully since it seems like almost all has been tried, but here's what I'm thinking per the title. M52tub28, 3.0 intake and cams from zhp or maybe schricks if I have the funds. Naturally other supporting mods too like headers, exhaust, tune obviously. Haven't explored this too much yet but maybe shark, maybe mail order if something is out there for this set up. So here's my questions, anyone done this? Run the 528 trans?Anything I'm missing? From my reading the swap is a cross between the m52 and 54. Has anyone found a source for the euro pick up tube? I think it's from a 735 or 738, that would leave me modding the subframe and oil pan to keep the sum in the rear.
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Originally posted by M-technik-3 View PostBelieve it uses the same old ZF 320 unit that E36's used. Why not just use an e34 525i pan?89 325 cabrio in progress m52tub28 swap
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Originally posted by M-technik-3 View Postwe doesn't one of our advertisers here sell an s54 modified subframe. you'd be going that direction. easy as spending the money and sending a core.89 325 cabrio in progress m52tub28 swap
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The b30 intake manifold and zhp cams are MAYBE worth 5-7whp/wtq. The headers, a decent air intake, exhaust and a tune are key on the m52tu/m54.Check out Undr8d Empire on Facebook: www.facebook.com/Undr8dEmpireLlc
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Originally posted by e30polak View PostThe b30 intake manifold and zhp cams are MAYBE worth 5-7whp/wtq. The headers, a decent air intake, exhaust and a tune are key on the m52tu/m54.
ETA, those 15-20 numbers were probably from some sort of tune added to the cams and intake.89 325 cabrio in progress m52tub28 swap
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Originally posted by M-technik-3 View PostHow about a simple tried and true way, add a turbo kit.89 325 cabrio in progress m52tub28 swap
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Originally posted by ahviamusicom View PostSince you're planning on having another motor to build on the side, why not go the stroker way with M54b30 bottom end? You could also use the M54 240 cams on the intake for your current motor and save Schrick money for the built motor? Just an idea :)
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The M54 intake manifold will really waken the engine up, the ZHP cams however could be considered a waste of money.My Garage
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Originally posted by TheAxiom View PostI sound my Dinan strut brace to you for the Z3! How are you doing man, how is the car?My Garage
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