Recomendation for engine conversions (Who to use)
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mattrs
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Hi guys i am looking for some one who can do a complete conversion (probably s50 or the like). Idealy some one who can supply and fit a deacent lump to a high standard!
I am looking at a track car (E30 non m) at the min with a blown engine and want to get some idea of prices.
Any suggestions?
Thanks in advance.
I am looking at a track car (E30 non m) at the min with a blown engine and want to get some idea of prices.
Any suggestions?
Thanks in advance.
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toecutter666
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Have a word with spadge on here, he does a lot of conversions and could probably help you out.
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Cook318IS
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where abouts in the world are you? Ant at a-tech is highly regarded on the zone, there is fritzs bits down in somerset who do conversions and there are zoners who could do the job too.

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mattrs
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East London/Essex. So in the south would be a bonus!
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mattrs
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Has anyone got contact details for either of those people please?
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fowler
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Ant is doing a S50B32 conversion as i type. He has done quite a few Now
they go like stink.
But its not a cheap conversion
they go like stink.
But its not a cheap conversion
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mattrs
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Im sure its worth it!fowler wrote:Ant is doing a S50B32 conversion as i type. He has done quite a few Now
they go like stink.
But its not a cheap conversion
Any idea how much?
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jmc330i
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TBH, Id look at the M52 conversion (2.8 24v). A few choice mods and they would scare an S50 I reckon. Plus they weigh less, which for a track car can only be a good thing.mattrs wrote:Im sure its worth it!fowler wrote:Ant is doing a S50B32 conversion as i type. He has done quite a few Now
they go like stink.
But its not a cheap conversion
Any idea how much?
James
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'93 318i touring 16v
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E30BeemerLad
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Those that have done this conversion DIY have usually ended up spending the thick end of £5k, so be prepared
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doyley123
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Ive owned a 328i and an m3 and i thought the difference between the 2 was like the difference between night and day.jmc330i wrote:TBH, Id look at the M52 conversion (2.8 24v). A few choice mods and they would scare an S50 I reckon. Plus they weigh less, which for a track car can only be a good thing.mattrs wrote:Im sure its worth it!fowler wrote:Ant is doing a S50B32 conversion as i type. He has done quite a few Now
they go like stink.
But its not a cheap conversion
Any idea how much?
I wud deffinately go for the s50.
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RotE30
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Would love tyo know what these 'choice' mods are!!! i am thinking of doing this too.jmc330i wrote:TBH, Id look at the M52 conversion (2.8 24v). A few choice mods and they would scare an S50 I reckon. Plus they weigh less, which for a track car can only be a good thing.mattrs wrote:Im sure its worth it!fowler wrote:Ant is doing a S50B32 conversion as i type. He has done quite a few Now
they go like stink.
But its not a cheap conversion
Any idea how much?

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at a guess, m50 inlet, nice cams and remap. should be good for around 240
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could be a good solution.

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