Hi All,
Just thought I'd introduce myself as I'm new to the forum and after several E36's & E46's & my current e90 I've finally managed to acquire my first e30 for a Turbo project.I thought I would post the process in stages up until the september deadline(we're really busy So we'll have to fit it in after work).
If anyone has any suggestions or tips they would be much appreciated. I'm also on the hunt for parts obviously,we're starting off with a completely standard 1989 320i,so as I'm sure your aware the list of parts are endless!
E30 newbie Turbo project
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ross_jsy
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What lump will you be using?
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Swvse30
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M52 I think
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milescook
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Where abouts are you fella? I'll be moving (back) to the valleys soon so if you want a hand.... I can make a good brew 
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ross_jsy
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Good choice although I would go for m50 with the insurance of a steel block.Swvse30 wrote:M52 I think
Looking forward to reading the build thread
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magpie
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you will want to use an m50 [iron block] mate.
m52 b30 stroker 6-speed 318is Galvanizer
m42 touring
+ a yard full of scrap turds
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jonzy
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im in cardiff .i wouldnt mind a nose at this i got a 320i se and want to upgrade ....sounds interesting i got a bodyshop in cardiff as well if you need any paintwork done....with a recovery service as well....
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magpie
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i will have an m50 engine for sale out of my car next month if interested ?
m52 b30 stroker 6-speed 318is Galvanizer
m42 touring
+ a yard full of scrap turds
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Swvse30
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THanks for the feedback,
If any one would like to pop up and have a look your more than welcome!! The project is only a couple of days old so you'll have to bare with me but I'm learning quickly.
Am I right in thinking the m50 is the same as the m52 apart from the block??
I also need the ecu,gear box,prop & key chips & transponder,a custom manifold,e30 m3 diff,clio brake servo,e34 oil sump & dip stick??? Obviously turbo etc.
If any one can add anything it would be appreciated.i'll be putting up the first pic tomorrow
If any one would like to pop up and have a look your more than welcome!! The project is only a couple of days old so you'll have to bare with me but I'm learning quickly.
Am I right in thinking the m50 is the same as the m52 apart from the block??
I also need the ecu,gear box,prop & key chips & transponder,a custom manifold,e30 m3 diff,clio brake servo,e34 oil sump & dip stick??? Obviously turbo etc.
If any one can add anything it would be appreciated.i'll be putting up the first pic tomorrow
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Swvse30
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And pm me with the m50 engine details price etc.thanks
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Grrrmachine
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All the engine info, including how to swap it, is in the Wiki
http://www.e30zone.net/e30zonewiki/inde ... gine_Swaps
No info on turbos though (yet!)
http://www.e30zone.net/e30zonewiki/inde ... gine_Swaps
No info on turbos though (yet!)
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