Engine swap, 318i touring to m42 e36 lump.
Is this a easy swap?this is what I have...
BMW E36 M42 IS Engine. Comes with gearbox, linkage, wiring loom, ecu, key and a 4 branch manifold.
What else will I need?
Thanks, lee.
Engine swap, 318i touring to m42 e36 lump.
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Grrrmachine
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Check the thread in the M42 section which is more up to date than the wiki unless mr Grrrmachine has updated it recently?
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If you are using an E36 unit, forget the old M42 and go for the newer M44 - unless you can find a really nice low mileage M42. It's got 100cc more and has a useful bit of extra torque. You will need the complete engine with loom, ECU and EWS but an M40 sump/oil pick up, M40 engine mounts, flywheel and gearbox.