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06-21-2006, 08:16 PM
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what i need to drop an m50 into my e30
okay boys im pretty close to getting this motor and i need to have a complete list of what i will need to do it in a weekend
so far i can get:
m50 motor
tranny
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complete harness
starter
alternator
new water pump
new clutch kit
what else do i need boys?
matimus, are you still up for helping me out on this swap?
thanks guys
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06-21-2006, 09:35 PM
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an engine hoist?
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06-21-2006, 09:39 PM
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06-21-2006, 10:24 PM
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lol aside from tools and refreshments
a flat of beer will be going to the man helping me, got that covered
i heard theres some issue with the oil pan though
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06-21-2006, 10:58 PM
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hows this for research haha, if anything is wrong let me know
http://www.theeurodepot.com/e30m50.html
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06-22-2006, 12:01 AM
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That's sounds like an awesome project man---make sure you keep us all updated with the progress
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06-22-2006, 05:57 PM
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no one has any info to give me?
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06-23-2006, 05:43 PM
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c'mon theres gotta be someone out there that has done the swap and has some info on parts or whatever
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06-23-2006, 06:02 PM
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im reading that site that you posted, and its seems to be quite definitive in its information.
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06-23-2006, 08:22 PM
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yeah but im not sure if thats all the info im going to need
id like to have a concrete list of parts that i need so i can start shopping
thanks guys
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06-23-2006, 08:47 PM
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whoa, heavy news boys
just found out that i can pick up a full m50 swap, tranny and all accessories, lots of fresh parts too
for 1500 canadian
matimus i need to know if your still able to help me out on this, asap
i need to know if i should pick this motor up
its got around 200k on it, might need the head rebuilt. slight setback but whatever
also he will deliever the whole package to me for this price of 1500can.
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06-24-2006, 12:26 AM
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didn't read through everything, but you didn't mention engine mounts.....
are you sure the engine will fit with the stck engine mounts?
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06-24-2006, 12:37 PM
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no no, that list above is what im getting as a package deal with the motor and tranny.
i need the e36 5 series oil pan
motor mounts
and one other thing
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06-24-2006, 02:00 PM
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ask over on e30tech, im sure they will know whats up, as many have done the same swap as you
www.e30tech.com
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06-24-2006, 06:43 PM
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e30 tech seems more geared towards turbo m20s and r3v doesnt give enough reaction
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