hi guys ive currently got a 316i. ive just bought a 318is lump, gearbox, wiring loom and ecu for Ԛ£170!!!!
the guy i bought it off sed thers slight smoke on start up, some seals need replacing. im not to botherd about that as im going to be getting the engine re-built!
just wanted to know if you guys could help me on where to get performance parts for the engine. for example sports manifold, pistons etc....... the mainfold thats attatched to the engine, seems like thers a crack on it.
but ye would be greatfull if you guys could give me links to places for the engine parts etc!!! cheers lads!
gav
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316eyes
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The Zone shop would be a good place to start for advice and parts. 
I'm not completely perfect.......there are some bits missing or broken.
But the weather here helps!!!
But the weather here helps!!!
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tari
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take my 320 if u want! u just got 2 get the car lifted very soon though!!!
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Bob_S
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sounds like the stem seals are worn mate..
the manifolds seem to have a habit of cracking, personally I'd get the original welded up not the best or prettiest idea but it will do the job. They are neigh on Ԛ£500 from the dealer for a new one!
The IS will need a coil pack holder too otherwise you will be wondering where the coil pack sits.
A rebuild will cost a fortune on an M42 unless you can do it yourself?
Performance wise you can either go down the Tim.S route and go to 2.1ltr's, ITB's and megasquirt along with other goodies or just get it cammed, bigger TB, remap and maybe a freer flowing exhaust from the manifold back but tbh I dont think the IS is that restricted.
the manifolds seem to have a habit of cracking, personally I'd get the original welded up not the best or prettiest idea but it will do the job. They are neigh on Ԛ£500 from the dealer for a new one!
The IS will need a coil pack holder too otherwise you will be wondering where the coil pack sits.
A rebuild will cost a fortune on an M42 unless you can do it yourself?
Performance wise you can either go down the Tim.S route and go to 2.1ltr's, ITB's and megasquirt along with other goodies or just get it cammed, bigger TB, remap and maybe a freer flowing exhaust from the manifold back but tbh I dont think the IS is that restricted.
Bollocks to this 24v scrap!
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E30GAV
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ye i was thinking of using the same manifold. ive got quotes between Ԛ£650 to Ԛ£750!! thats rebuild and fit. my dad knows afew guys u see, so shouldnt be too bad with the money costs.
but ye thanks for your help guys, il let you know how it gets on!
gav
but ye thanks for your help guys, il let you know how it gets on!
gav
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Bob_S
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650-750 isnt too bad tbh mate sounds like a good price. But is this using BMW parts or supposed oem replacements?
Bollocks to this 24v scrap!