it would be similar in weight to an M20 engine, just the turbo and intercooler heavier ie, not much. Start with 325i springs and see where you are. cheers mate that is what Iv'e gleaned today from the moment I raised my head above the the parapet, actually I think the springs from an auto might be ...

I'm flattered Brian. Some time ago I muted this idea and received not a little derision.Nevertheless I will try to compile an account and with the help of my more comp savy son present it to all.Actually the chance to share the challenges and triumphs is welcome!

I have an elated feeling you are right. I just had a look and there are some engine mount holes further forward that look promising. you the man!

It's worth a try but my initial thought is that I think the e36 has the oil sump at the rear hence the crossmember may be in a different position relative to the engine, still thanks

The fuel pick-up in the tank has a O ring that may allow air to leak in. Thisis more of a problem when the tank is low

The on board computer immobiliser is different to EWS Surely the E36 engine arms would be the perfect choice? You may be right, the wiring diagram and ecu pin list shows the immobilisation signal coming from the on-board computer. Is the on-board comp just being told what is happening while the EWS...

what springs did you use up front Leaf? :) thats good ! Bryanslu what car did you get the engine from? If its from a E34 then you may see a wiring diagram (see link below) but you should find that ECU pin 45 black/violet wire is the input signal from the EWS to the ECU. Disconnect this and the engi...

Hello mate I have almost completed a simular project. M51 TDS into touring. For those who mock this engine ' forgive them lord they no not what they say' my lump has done 300k and it starts first time everytime. What is the EWS? and what springs did you use up front

I have almost finished building the project, a M51 in a E30 touring. The question is what front springs do I use? The M51 ought to be heavier than a M20 but how much. Would the springs from a M20 auto take more weight? This is the last hurdle to get her rolling

cheers mate, I'm inclined to ignore the bloody things but it would bother me that they are not working!

does anyone know how the head light adjusters on a touring works?

does anyone know how the headlight adjusters on a touring works?

what a pants description, i know. but thats the only word i can think to decribe it the steering wheel feels like its grating on something when i turn side to side, also there is little movement in the steering wheel itself (i can push it in a wee bit) any known causes? can steering racks (or colum...

yeah there aint nothing wrong with a bit smoke if you know that, thats the turbo just coming on song and the turque, you will feel it. All with the benefit of near zero fuel cost, diesel is far easier to acquire I would use a tall diff ratio to make a good mile muncher. Does anyone know the tallest ...

I did this conversion on a 318, other issues to consider. You can unbolt the pedal box from a manual car in the breakers in 1/2 hour £10 max, You will need the flywheel/spigot bearing, because the auto has a torque converter. You will need the propshaft of the 2.5 manual. The front springs on the ...

There would be many challenges, the prop length, clearances, the sump etc... I was hoping to get some insight into the dash electrics, ie the econometre, revcounter, that might be different. I have no problem with the diesel sound mixed in with the straight rumble, given a potential 180bph and some ...

I am thinking of converting an e30 to diesel. I like the sound of the 2.5tds. There was a e30 diesel sold on the continent ( the 324td) so the engine should fit