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by MOODY
Mon Sep 24, 2018 11:27 pm
Forum: M20 Engines
Topic: Early 2.5 hi comp m20 2.5 what top fill rad can I use
Replies: 3
Views: 6356

Early 2.5 hi comp m20 2.5 what top fill rad can I use

Doing a conversion in my 318i touring to a 2.5 m20 it's a early engine wanted know what rad I can use that's a top fill to keep the bay clean from coolant bottles [/list]
by MOODY
Fri Mar 30, 2018 11:58 am
Forum: M10 Engines
Topic: Bmw e30 m10 318i idling rough on tick over
Replies: 0
Views: 10979

Bmw e30 m10 318i idling rough on tick over

I have just recently converted a BMW e30 m10 from carb to injection so changed the whole engine to m10 1.8i I have got car running but on tick over it's idling rough any ideas what it can be
by MOODY
Mon Mar 26, 2018 12:23 am
Forum: M10 Engines
Topic: Bmw m10 car to injection system conversion help needed
Replies: 1
Views: 7204

Bmw m10 car to injection system conversion help needed

Hi there all looking to do a engine conversion on a BMW 318i m10 its carb wanting to swap to injection system get rid of carbs, I have a complete m10 engine 318i can I just stick that in and what else will I need to change? And what will I need to do about the fuel lines and fuel pump and how to wir...
by MOODY
Wed Jul 23, 2014 11:53 am
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: 318 to 325i swap temp needle not working as it should ???
Replies: 2
Views: 183

318 to 325i swap temp needle not working as it should ???

Hi there also have a problem with my e30 that's had a conversion from a 318i facelift to a m20 325i the temp needle is not working as it should has a slight flicker that all
by MOODY
Wed Jul 23, 2014 3:15 am
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: 318i to 325i conversion no spark on no2 plug
Replies: 1
Views: 133

318i to 325i conversion no spark on no2 plug

Hi there all I have just done a engine swap on my e30 from a 318i to a m20 325i got it up and running out of a running car but the cars not running right misfire slightly but on inspection I have seen number 2 plug ain't sparking what can it be I have put a new lead on makes no difference. Any ideas...
by MOODY
Thu Jun 26, 2014 10:06 am
Forum: M20 Engines
Topic: M40 318i to 325 m20 conversion help needed c101 plug wiring
Replies: 1
Views: 176

M40 318i to 325 m20 conversion help needed c101 plug wiring

Hi there all I am converting my j reg coupe a m40 318i to a m20 325i I need to know is it a straight plug and play or will I need to alter a few wires I.e the c101 plug
by MOODY
Wed Jun 04, 2014 2:21 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: 325i m20 won't start after return from Bodyshop elp!!!
Replies: 3
Views: 198

Re: 325i m20 won't start after return from Bodyshop elp!!!

its only had the rear bumper painted don't this its had battery neg removed tho. once I got it out it started then ran a few mins but lumpy then died. ive tried a few times now and nothing but have also looked at the pipe work and nothing
by MOODY
Wed Jun 04, 2014 12:57 am
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: 325i m20 won't start after return from Bodyshop elp!!!
Replies: 3
Views: 198

325i m20 won't start after return from Bodyshop elp!!!

Hi there all I've just picked one of my e30s up from the Bodyshop today gone to the car to stay and it just won't had it run for a few secs that's all then it died, it's turns fine there's spark and fuels getting through too. Could it be injectors or loom or does anyone else have a clue plz
by MOODY
Tue Apr 08, 2014 9:35 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: other hoods Avaliable other then mohair need id mine help
Replies: 4
Views: 234

Re: other hoods Avaliable other then mohair need id mine hel

:-( think it's best I do that and thanks
by MOODY
Tue Apr 08, 2014 1:05 am
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: other hoods Avaliable other then mohair need id mine help
Replies: 4
Views: 234

Re: other hoods Avaliable other then mohair need id mine hel

Don't think your crystal ball will work as you can't tell what it is even from pics
by MOODY
Mon Apr 07, 2014 11:21 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: other hoods Avaliable other then mohair need id mine help
Replies: 4
Views: 234

other hoods Avaliable other then mohair need id mine help

Hi there all I have purchased a BMW e30 and it's come with a replacement hood material but it's not mohair it's some kind of plastic vynal any ideas and what's it's worth it's brand new. Seems a good fit and water proof material [/quote]
by MOODY
Fri Mar 28, 2014 11:14 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Any ideas where I can get replacement chrome trims 4 screens
Replies: 3
Views: 139

Any ideas where I can get replacement chrome trims 4 screens

Just in middle of spraying my chromie,need the chrome trims for the windscreens front and back
, does anyone know anyone selling these used or even copy's
by MOODY
Tue Feb 25, 2014 11:31 am
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Which rad to use for a chromie with facelift engine 2.5
Replies: 5
Views: 202

Re: Which rad to use for a chromie with facelift engine 2.5

Brianmoooore wrote:E30 318iS uses the same radiator as an E36 325, so go for that one, including mounting hardware.
So Brian will the 318is rad give me no problems, I.e clear viscous etc and what pipes will I need use?
by MOODY
Tue Feb 25, 2014 2:42 am
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Which rad to use for a chromie with facelift engine 2.5
Replies: 5
Views: 202

Which rad to use for a chromie with facelift engine 2.5

Hi there all bit of a sticky one but here goes I'm converting my chromie to 2.5 m20 from a 1.6 but want the engine be clean and tidy don't really want any bottles on sides, so wanted use a different radiator with collany bottle attached if possible, which rad is best to use for this look?
by MOODY
Mon Feb 10, 2014 10:00 am
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Need help to identify a engine 2.5 or 2.7 :-/
Replies: 10
Views: 458

Re: Need help to identify a engine 2.5 or 2.7 :-/

Design the engine had a part loom on it but cut, the injectors ain't straight plus it was a wire loom that was on then unlike the later loom which has the caseing on it
by MOODY
Mon Feb 10, 2014 4:01 am
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Need help to identify a engine 2.5 or 2.7 :-/
Replies: 10
Views: 458

Re: Need help to identify a engine 2.5 or 2.7 :-/

Does not fit the injectors
by MOODY
Sun Feb 09, 2014 9:06 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Need help to identify a engine 2.5 or 2.7 :-/
Replies: 10
Views: 458

Re: Need help to identify a engine 2.5 or 2.7 :-/

Just need to find out which ecu to use and wiring loom
by MOODY
Sun Feb 09, 2014 9:05 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Need help to identify a engine 2.5 or 2.7 :-/
Replies: 10
Views: 458

Re: Need help to identify a engine 2.5 or 2.7 :-/

bss325i wrote:Its a low comp 8.8:1 cat prepped M20B25 engine from a post '88 car.

Thank you for the info
by MOODY
Sun Feb 09, 2014 6:07 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Need help to identify a engine 2.5 or 2.7 :-/
Replies: 10
Views: 458

Re: Need help to identify a engine 2.5 or 2.7 :-/

What cars it out of ? Year etc as I've tried to connect a late loom to injectors and it's not the same. A spec on engine would be good :-)
by MOODY
Sun Feb 09, 2014 6:00 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Need help to identify a engine 2.5 or 2.7 :-/
Replies: 10
Views: 458

Need help to identify a engine 2.5 or 2.7 :-/

Need some help lads to identify this mysterious engine.
Right the head has the following numbers
1705885 2.5/2.7

The bottom end has the following numbers
28c89
1289575
25 6k 1
23016837
by MOODY
Mon Apr 15, 2013 8:01 am
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: After m50 conversion no electric windows???
Replies: 20
Views: 795

Re: After m50 conversion no electric windows???

There is a green/Blk wire it's the car side on the plug and when I've earthed that there's no difference
by MOODY
Sun Apr 14, 2013 5:30 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: After m50 conversion no electric windows???
Replies: 20
Views: 795

Re: After m50 conversion no electric windows???

Just tried it no joy
by MOODY
Sun Apr 14, 2013 4:58 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: After m50 conversion no electric windows???
Replies: 20
Views: 795

Re: After m50 conversion no electric windows???

Nothing it is empty the car loom side it's a green and black wire
by MOODY
Thu Apr 11, 2013 4:27 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: After m50 conversion no electric windows???
Replies: 20
Views: 795

Re: After m50 conversion no electric windows???

Brianmoooore wrote:
MOODY wrote:It's m20 flywheel lightened and m20 2.5 starter
Facelift or pre?
Facelift
by MOODY
Wed Apr 10, 2013 2:24 am
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: After m50 conversion no electric windows???
Replies: 20
Views: 795

Re: After m50 conversion no electric windows???

It's m20 flywheel lightened and m20 2.5 starter
by MOODY
Tue Apr 09, 2013 11:37 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: After m50 conversion no electric windows???
Replies: 20
Views: 795

Re: After m50 conversion no electric windows???

I will take a look 2morro dans done me the loom can't see there be a issue there
by MOODY
Sun Apr 07, 2013 10:41 am
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: After m50 conversion no electric windows???
Replies: 20
Views: 795

Re: After m50 conversion no electric windows???

How do I have to wire the starter then, the top of the starter has 2 thin wires and the bottom a thick one, fuse is ok and mirrors don't work
by MOODY
Wed Apr 03, 2013 12:05 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: After m50 conversion no electric windows???
Replies: 20
Views: 795

Re: After m50 conversion no electric windows???

So you saying a relay needs replacing? If so where is it located thanks
by MOODY
Wed Apr 03, 2013 11:52 am
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: After m50 conversion no electric windows???
Replies: 20
Views: 795

After m50 conversion no electric windows???

Hi there all.

Jus done a m50 conversion to a e30 320i 1991 it's up and running but the electric windows don't work, they only wok when you open the doors fully and ideas to what needs doing
by MOODY
Wed Dec 14, 2011 5:19 am
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Engine Sale comeback from buyer. Advice please.
Replies: 228
Views: 11134

Re: Engine Sale comeback from buyer. Advice please.

o and speak soon when i can b arsed come on here ................
by MOODY
Wed Dec 14, 2011 5:13 am
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Engine Sale comeback from buyer. Advice please.
Replies: 228
Views: 11134

Re: Engine Sale comeback from buyer. Advice please.

who fitted it ? this isn't a way out if you say bmw o the engine was fitted by porsche dealers winkeye Name of mechanic please, an acquaintance races in the Porsche CC and has his pal who just happens to be an owner of a dealership dealer as his spanner man, so spill the dealers name or fitter and ...
by MOODY
Wed Dec 14, 2011 5:06 am
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Engine Sale comeback from buyer. Advice please.
Replies: 228
Views: 11134

Re: Engine Sale comeback from buyer. Advice please.

magpie wrote:
MOODY wrote:
Jhonno wrote: 1 of his moments of fame..

http://www.e30zone.net/modules.php?name ... highlight=
yes and wat?
you caaaant spell !
i no i cunt lol
by MOODY
Wed Dec 14, 2011 5:04 am
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Engine Sale comeback from buyer. Advice please.
Replies: 228
Views: 11134

Re:

4 pages is enough I think - time to wrap this up. As per my 1st post if the general opinion had been that I owed the buyer something I would have paid him. As the views of all but 2 ( Azza and his mate ) posted on this 4 page thread concur with my gut feeling that I don't owe Azza anything we can l...
by MOODY
Wed Dec 14, 2011 4:59 am
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Engine Sale comeback from buyer. Advice please.
Replies: 228
Views: 11134

johnl320 wrote:They not back from McDonalds yet??
no been kfc yum yum :D