M3 throttle bodies over m50 manifold

[Dan_556]

I've put an m52b28 in my e30 and have yet got round to fitting the m50 manifold but was wondering whether it would be better with m3 TBs I know they cost a bit more but the big question is will they help produce more power over all compared to an m50 manifold? Has any one tried this yet or no?

[jimbob88]

apparently from what i've read its a very difficult thing to do for not a great gain compared to the m50 mani which is cheap and easy and unlocks a not unsubsantial amount of power.
the itb's are quite dificult to align requiring spacers etc and have the wrong angle for the injectors

[Dan_556]

So their not quiet so simple to fit as m50 mani then?

[DanThe]

An M50 manifold is a walk in the park.....

[Andy325i]

So their not quiet so simple to fit as m50 mani then?

Nothing simple about fitting them! But they do sound AWESOME!

[Dan_556]

Does anyone know what sort of work is requiered to fit these just so I can get I bit of an idea of what's involved before I go making any rash decisions. The thought of the sound of 6 TBs sucking away does sound appealing

[beardymat]

if youre going to fit S50 throttle bodies then leave them attatched to the S50. Trying to get them to fit then get the thing running properly will be very costly.

[Dan_556]

Fair enough s50 power would be nice guess I'll stick to the m50 manifold then