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Foks183
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Post Mon Nov 11, 2013 12:12 am

hey every one i have a 1.6 auto e30 and would like to do a engine swap thinking of m52 could any one point me in the right direction i know the mounts on the auto arent the same as manual and i would need to change the pedal box.. would the e36 bedal box fit and the gearbox mounts ?? if someone could answer my questions i would really appreciate it.. Thank you
ross_jsy
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Post Mon Nov 11, 2013 12:21 am

Welcome :)

This is the sub forum you want:

http://www.e30zone.net/modules.php?name ... forum&f=56

You will need the e30 pedal box which will bolt right in. Engine mounts you use e36 engine arms and e34 m5 mounts iirc, I used AKG mounts, recommended if your car is going to see track use. Gearbox mounts depend on what box you use (for example I used my sport box with a modified crossmember)
Grrrmachine
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Post Mon Nov 11, 2013 8:30 am

And don't forget the Wiki, which has fully documented engine and drivetrain swaps:

http://www.e30zone.net/e30zonewiki/inde ... Swap_-_M5x

http://www.e30zone.net/e30zonewiki/inde ... _To_Manual
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Post Mon Nov 11, 2013 12:54 pm

I can sell you the COMPLETE conversion with EVERYTHING you need for a fair price. Or you can buy the whole car and save yourself lots of money / welding / aggro :)

See thread

http://www.e30zone.net/modules.php?name ... sc&start=0