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Thread: E36 M3 LS1/T56 swap build thread

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    E36 M3 LS1/T56 swap build thread

    Sold my '14 and all the goodies so I could build something I can sort of afford to stuff into a guardrail/tree/whatever...



    '97 M3 automatic, bought it for a starter hillclimb car for my wife. She wants more power, so we picked up a '12 135i.

    Car currently has coilovers, 550/700lb springs, stock front bar no rear bar, and every bushing has been replaced front to back. Only real changes I will be making to the suspension are different camber plates, bigger front swybar, aluminum subframe and diff bushings, and flares to cover 285/30r18s on 18x10.5s. Car will be getting a full cage, and gutting the interior of everything except the dash. Still planning to drive it on the street. Currently weighs 3200, goal is to get to 2700 without me in it.

    Bought a 98 Camaro LS1/T56. Keeping it simple here. MS4 cam, obviously springs and retainers, LS6 manifold, 47lb. injectors, and I would like to tune it for speed density. Will probably end up with a Diamond Stage 3 clutch, although I haven't made up my mind. Was going to go with a stock LS7 setup but it weighs like 60lbs. Using CXRacing 1 3/4" headers and mounts. Will build 3" exhaust with x-pipe.

    Won't be really starting any real work until the end of the month. Still gathering parts, engine still in the car and runs great. If anyone wants a S52 cheap let me know. I will add to the thread as I gather more stuff. Planning on driving it by December.
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    This is going to be awsome!! Love these cars... And I'm about 99.999% sure I have the S52 sold for you.
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    Love it. Was my favorite color in that body style. You ever met mike or mark at mcb in bridgeville?

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    Glad you're on your way Mark. Can't wait to see it done!
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    Quote Originally Posted by turbo83coupe View Post
    This is going to be awsome!! Love these cars... And I'm about 99.999% sure I have the S52 sold for you.
    Cool. They can come take it for a ride before I pull it. Let me know I can have it out next weekend. Will come as complete drop out including accessories.
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    I'm not up on my BMW stuff but what's the blue car? I really like that.
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    Love the color! Looks like a fun project
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    Sweet, should be fun!

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    It's a '97 M3.
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    Mark - are you able to sell the M3 motor to offset your build cost? Seems like that would be a pricey piece.
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    12.76 @ 114.04 bone stock. Koni yellow coil-overs, BMR watts, LCA and LCA relo brackets, Borla S-type axle back.

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    1966 Oldsmobile Toronado - currently NOT on jackstands

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    I like it!
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    Quote Originally Posted by PaxtonShelby View Post
    Mark - are you able to sell the M3 motor to offset your build cost? Seems like that would be a pricey piece.
    Trying!
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    Quote Originally Posted by TooFast98Cobra View Post
    Love it. Was my favorite color in that body style. You ever met mike or mark at mcb in bridgeville?

    http://www.mcbautosport.com
    Thank you. I know Mark. Mark Connoly right (probably spelled it wrong)?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Mark Aubele View Post
    Thank you. I know Mark. Mark Connoly right (probably spelled it wrong)?
    Yes i believe runs scca. We used to hang at the shop all the time.

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    very cool build
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    Is Mark C's dad's name Mike? If so he's a PVGP founding father. Great guy.
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    1966 Coupe - 331 stroker - Bullet custom roller cam - cam and motor installed and dyno tuned by Rodeheavers Hot Rod - Astro A5 - McLeod RXT - 486 to the wheels - more fun than my little tires can handle

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    Yes ron he runs that show. Great guy

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    Quote Originally Posted by TooFast98Cobra View Post
    Yes i believe runs scca. We used to hang at the shop all the time.
    I haven't seen him since the SCCA banquet last year. Mark is a good guy.
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    97 is the last year before CANBUS if recall? that is a good car to swap and plenty of room too.e36 is a lot bigger than e30 for swapping. also another helpful issue is plan on hydroboost to gain clearance around valve covers. i used a mustang hydroboost setup on last e36 swap i did.


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    "Sir, do you like getting killed by LSx powered vehicles ?"
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    You can't swing a dead cat without hitting a car with a LS motor in it (Especially at 1st-Try!).
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    Can't wait for this to get started. Please post up lots of pics. That's a great looking car!
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