Jan 8, 2015 · We are about to begin an engine swap, taking a 2.0 out of one and putting a 2.8 instead, both are M52TU. Both donor and reciever are manual and the same year model. The problem we're facing, is that the seller of the engine refuses to sell us the keys to the donor car, putting us in a dilemma.

Feb 16, 2007 · If it's an 88 (motronic) 320i then a 325i engine fits right in, as easy as swapping 320i engines. If the 320i is older and ha Jetronic, you have to change engine harness and ecu too. Second easiest but better is a M50/M52 (E36 6 cylinder) swap.

Feb 2, 2020 · Work done so far: All 4 injectors replaced with 11's, new coils + sparks, new oil pressure sensor, Oil is done every 4-5k miles, new NOx sensor, cleaned the vanos solenoids.

Nov 6, 2020 · Is an engine swap possible? The swap process goes like this. 1) clean up the 330i engine really well. Degreaser, etc. Take very nice pictures of it. Same for the 320i. Get it it in tip top shape. 2) Sell both.

Aug 26, 2009 · i would like to swap my 320i engine with a 325i engine or even a 330i .. is this easy as jus swapping complete engine , ecu and obviously tranny .or is it more difficult ?

Oct 11, 2007 · The engine: I've decided to go with a M20B25 from a '87-'91 325i/ic/ix or '89-'91 525i. This 2.5L SOHC I6 engine makes 168hp and 164lbft of torque and uses a Bosch Motronic ECU. Ignition: 1 coil and a mechanical distributor, exact spark timing controlled by the ECU.

Aug 3, 2023 · (English is not my first language I try my best) Hello, I’m currently building my E36 320i for drifting. I blew up the 2L and I’m in the process of swapping a M54B30 in it with a M50 intake manifold . This is my first time swapping a engine and I’m relatively new in the BMW world.

318i to 320i swap (N42 to M54) - Mismatched connectors? Hi all, After my 2003 318i manual (presumably) blew the head gasket, i decided i had enough of that motor and began to swap an M54 in. Everything went relatively smoothly so far, i got the wiring loom with the new engine and everything plugged in nicely, until i noticed two connectors in ...

Feb 25, 2018 · Find a 335i with the parts you want. Buy it. Sell your 320i and swap the plates use the extra $$$ to buy more parts hahaha

Jan 24, 2023 · For a swap like that your best bet is to find a scrap 335 with rear accident damage and transfer EVERYTHING over. Current: 2000 750iLA, 2008 335xiA, 2003 325 xiAT, 2004 X3 2.5A Gone: 2000 Impala (RIP 12/23/2016), 2002 530i/5 (son sold it), 1989 535i/5 (liquidated due to CoViD-19), 2001 330xiA (being used for parts), 1999 740iA (another victim ...