Sharktrainer

So I bought a 2000 328ci with a manual transmission...how about this engine? Runs perfectly and transmission is cherry.

Tomorrow I’m flying over to Oahu to work for the next 2 days and am going to try and squeeze in time to check out an M10 out in Kailua. Claims engine is good and will guarantee it.

Ugh, now I’m really second guessing this engine, sounds like a problematic POS.

Popped my built turbo M10 by foolishly bumping it to 21psi. 
 

On 2/2/2021 at 4:17 AM, Andrej said:

M54 would not be my first choice for a few reasons, but since you have it already I assume that's what you're going to use. I strongly suggest you tear the engine down and replace the rings before you install it. The M54 uses low-tension rings which are problematic and can lead to very significant oil consumption. I believe the fix is to use M52 rings, but you should look further into it before proceeding. Be careful with the head bolts, which like to break off in the aluminum block. If head bolt threads are damaged a Time-Sert is the only thing that works to repair the hole. Once you've got it apart, you're basically doing a full rebuild, but you don't want to go to the trouble of having the thing pouring blue smoke once you start it up.

 

If you decide not to do any of this, I can at least point to you a simple mod I developed that will mitigate the oil consumption.

The e46 only has 53,xxx miles on it. Live on small island of Maui, so hard to rack up miles like on mainland. Would this engine at this mileage really need the teardown? 

Scored a wrecked 2005 e46 325i with manual 5 speed and almost have it pulled out.

Searched but haven’t found M54 specific ‘02 builds or much chatter.

For those that may have opted for replacement jack stands through harbor freight, the new model they are sending out have their own unique issue.

Been a while since I’ve been here but this was brought to my attention. Be safe
 

https://www.roadandtrack.com/car-culture/buying-maintenance/a32600586/harbor-freight-jack-stands-recalled-for-risk-of-collapsing/?fbclid=IwAR2yUijAO4hzyjxhe0UqAAz3VwHhOLKUvAqPfHznW5PL68pQYO_c2s49IdM
 

Another product to use I learned from an old small engine repair dude, which I thought would no way work for sealing threads is the red disc brake quiet spooge. Made by CRC

Those old Datsuns are pretty popular here on Maui, and man do they swap some crazy power in them. There is a dark blue in color like yours here that runs low 10’s, a true street sleeper.

Nice! Owned one many years ago. I loved the cockpit wrap around layout mostly.

Couldnt hurt to have a brake bomb hanging around in the event it goes out. Also, if you’ve never changed one, be prepared to skirt the edge of madness. 

Had one already years back. Bought it for $34k, sold it a month later for $48k. Wasn’t perfect, but hella fun and scary. Parts too damn expensive. Kick myself in the ass for not holding on to it because value today has went through the roof.

3 hours ago, 02 İSTANBUL said:

we tried before , only possible with custom top mount exhaust manifold 

Like this one? If so, guess I’ll be cutting another hole in my hood.

Oh man, I’m doing the same but with a turbo here shortly. Will a turbo even fit on exhaust side? 

Back on topic....

Decided to use the e34 M50.

I’m sitting here trying to order all the turbo bits for the M50 and other items. Turbo exhaust manifold that will fit/clear towers on e10 and forward facing plenum, any recommendations? 

I also have no flywheel or clutch components for the 5 speed. Seen some kits on eBay with varied stage ratings and lightweight flywheels. Any to avoid?

On 12/1/2018 at 4:10 PM, Bibm5 said:

That's an awesome truck. We should rename this thread to "check out what I just bought!"
I also want to see more pictures of that thing once you get it!

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Is way more rough than I anticipated but all there. Waiting on a shipping quote for some NATO tread 9.00x16 tires and innertubes.

For the time being I stashed it away in a 40’ container.

Has had a conversion to a 350 SBC with headers and 4 speed manual transmission. Still doubt it would top 65mph with the gearing. 

Plan is to use for spearfishing and other water activities. At near sunset, back up to the beach, open the rear barn doors and lay in one of the 2 ‘beds’ and spark one up. Couple fishing poles cast out, steaks and fresh lobster on the bbq, ahhhhh...

People bring them, and find out it’s not easy making it here on Maui, then practically give them away just to get the money up to get out of here. Cost of living expensive. $7-9 gallon milk, $6 loaf of bread, $4.50@ gallon plus gasoline, so on, so forth. My 2002 costs $225 a year for registration alone. 

Passed on the M6, and bought one of these from the dude instead. Turns out I met him before. 1967 Kaiser M725 ambulance. Sight unseen, hope it’s not as bad as photos he sent. Good price though

Gets delivered from other side of island tomorrow because tires are rotten.

9 hours ago, irdave said:

Buy it, fix it, sell it for 20?

90,000 miles

14 hours ago, irdave said:

Yeah, on second thought, what's wrong with an LS-whatever?  VANOS can, to put it mildly, suck it.

I did briefly entertain an LS, but think it’s prudent to maintain an angry German accent exhaust note.

I was worried about the weight too, but after seeing that e30 V10 monster spanking everyone on the GT Board, seemed plausible. The guy hasn’t gotten back to me yet, so I dunno at this point. Car is only $5k and worst case I could swap it into my ‘86 e24. 

Aloha, me again, heh. So, think an S85 V10 out an ‘09 M6 would fit? One for sale locally with a bad SMG? valve in transmission but have sourced one on eBay. 

Nah, always burnt out to work on my own stuff usually, but chip away at them here and there. Right now as I post this I’m  wrapping up the rust removal on this 91 F350 dump with an unbelievable 8500 miles. Hope to be done today. In a couple weeks going to pull both engines for the 2002.

For irdave;

Some of my oldies which may be of interest

So I drove that e46 yesterday I just bought to make sure it is worthy for the engine and because it only came with the valet key, shut down on me and refused to start. Had it towed back to my house and then had a BMW tech come over and clear out the codes. Turns out the immobilizer kicked in.

Will I need the ignition switch as well if I run the stock ecu? Getting a black key made for it on Friday.

Okay, so I just bought this weathered 2003 325i for the M54 option you suggested for a grand. Runs pretty strong and not overheating the slightest. My e30 5 speed still mates to it?