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Old 02-26-2008, 11:38 AM   #2
denyo77
 
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Name: denyo77
Title: Suspended License
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Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: Germany
Rate My Car: 199 / 340
Your Ride: 1988 325i Touring
first of all, adjust your valve play/clearance. If you have a car with higher mileage, the wrong valve play may rob you hp.
then a chip (f.e. Dinan) is good for increasing hp low cost.
I'd add an exhaust system and a CAI (cold air intake) first, but do it however you like
have your car dynoed (especially after the mods) and then have it tuned by a good mechanic.

it all depends on your money...
you could also do an engine switch to an Alpina 3.5 engine or an Alpina V12
(http://www.behindmatrix.com/e30/foto...017/f00017.htm)
but I wouldn't do it, anything above a 6 cylinder puts too much power on your front end
also always keep in mind to improve brakes and suspension alongside with power mods.

BTW, welcome to the forum

Last edited by denyo77; 02-26-2008 at 11:41 AM.. Reason: found a better link
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