how to build E30 335 [big 6 from 535] then turbo

[twister]

Hi, new to the forum.

I saw a feature in a mag a few years ago in which a e30 325 was converted to a 335 [220bhp]. It was only a 2 page article which made it seem simpleand cheap to do, think it was CCC mag.

Is there a step by step thread or e-site you can point me to so i can do the build with step by step instructions.

Does it matter which e30 i start with 316/318/320/325, do either have bigger engine bays or a heavier/bigger chassis once engine+trans are removed?

I will look for a 2 door manual.

Does anyone do an off the shelf turbo manifold for the big-6 3.5L.

I plan to fit a holset hx30/35 and megasquirt.

any thoughts on injectors i can use, and can i fit 7 or 8 series brakes on the e30 ?

any other hints+tips?

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I am looking for a budget blaster track car + which will pass an MOT for my daily banger. which has cheap replacement parts from the scrapyard and plentyful suply.

[charlE30]

www.e30.de click on 335 (right hand menu) and then select 'english version' very good read. Also have a read through all the M30 build threads in this section. Loads of info

Any E30 is good for the conversion but anything less than a 325 will need the 325 suspension setup (51mm front struts and rear disc brakes)

I have a funny feeling though it could be cheaper to insure a modified 335 using a 316 inc 325 sus as it's a lower insurance group to start with.

[BMW_3xx_i]

http://www.e30zone.net/modules.php?name ... c&t=116843

if you'll have any questions, I'll try to answer))

[beefy]

318is has the bigger suspension struts also. Mine started life as an is.

If you need mounts drop me a pm.

[BMW_3xx_i]

... and megasquirt.

I think "EFIS" would be better

[GrindCulture]

If you're having trouble finding a good 325/iS shell, consider buying a touring, as these had 51mm struts and rear disks from the factory no matter what engine they had.

[Ziggy]

Have a look at the thread at the very top of the Engine swaps page!

[Gunni]

and HX35 is a little small for a B35,
I would´t consider anything smaller then a HX40,

A B35 will spool just about anything at the same time, so why not go for something that gives more power and less boost needed.



http://uk.youtube.com/results?search_qu ... rch=Search

[jaistanley]

And has better efficiency at the same boost therefore requiring lees intercooling... Bigger safety margins etc.

A well specced bigger turbo is always a better bet than a smaller one, Although it might seem counterintuitive.

LOTS of torque form one of those bad boys...

[Karan]

cool turbo m30s are insane! would love one in an alpina look e12/28 5er

[E30BeemerLad]

there must be a thread about here somewhere on Toby Unna's old 335 turbo

[Gunni]

No offence to Toby, but that was not a efficient turbo setup.
check out www.mye28.com forced induction section, plenty of M30 boosted goodness.