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Post Wed Jan 23, 2008 7:18 pm

hi guys was wondering if i was puting 325i into my 318 is it straght forward
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Post Wed Jan 23, 2008 8:09 pm

you will need the engine loop & Ecu, Gearbox, propshaft, airflow meter, radiator........
if I've missed anything someone will add it on.

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Post Wed Jan 23, 2008 9:58 pm

Subframe? Kind of a big job
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Post Wed Jan 23, 2008 11:09 pm

you will also need the suspension components as the 1800 stuff in to soft for the heavier 325 engine

so engine loom gearbox suspension etc etc
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Post Wed Jan 23, 2008 11:10 pm

Moving to 'Engine Swaps...' :)
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Post Thu Jan 24, 2008 12:09 am

you'll probably be better off buy a 325 because of the work involved and costs unless you can get hold of a donor car. 8)
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Post Thu Jan 24, 2008 7:16 pm

Front subframe is fine - there the same through out the range.

You'll need;

Engine - complete
Gearbox - complete
Prop shaft
Ecu
Loom
Afm
Exhaust system - complete
P/s pump + pipe work
51mm front legs - complete
Collant system - complete

And a fair wedge in your pocket to get it all supplied + fitted.

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Post Fri Jan 25, 2008 2:38 pm

what will i need to fit a pre facelift 325i engine with no PAS to a 316i with PAS? will I need a new PAS pump?