Article by: BMWE36V8 Applies to: E36 swap projects! This a rough guide and what options you have as to how to swap a M62 4.4 liter V8 into a E36 3 Series. There are all ready the Rover derived engine conversions on here being covered so I wont cover that, […]
Topic: Engine
M52/S52 Crankcase Oil Separator (CCV)
Article by: jamesdc4 Applies to: All BMW models with the M52 straight 6 engine. I just finished this 8-hour massive job and here is the DIY. This is a “Quadruple” Job: 1- Replacing Oil Line to Vanos (mine is leaking). 2- Replacing CCV and hoses (preventive). 3- Cleaning ICV and […]
ICV (Idle Control Valve) Cleaning
Article by: Dudsky-E36 Applies to: Most BMWs with an idle control valve. This write up is for an E36 M50 engine, but others will be very similar in execution. Rough idling can mean your Idle Control Valve is dirty and sticking. This should take under an hour to do, and […]
Installing an Aftermarket E36 Catback Exhaust (Stromung)
Article by: billycuth Applies to: BMW e36 models. Well, I know this is simple, but as with any mod, you run into a little modifying here and there, or you are left to come up with some sort of game-plan. Let me preface this DIY with one simple notion. Make […]
Spark Plug Replacement & Compression Test
Article by: Dudesky_E36 Applies to: All BMW models with small variations. Spark plugs should be replaced every 10,000mi or once a year. It’s a fairly simple process and takes less than a half hour to do. It is however important to take your time and pay attention to detail because […]
E36 M52/S52 Secondary Air Pump (SAP) Removal
Article by: Andrew Gordnier Article applies to: all BMW models with the M52 and S52 engines. **DISCLAIMER** This will most likely cause a check engine light and will definitely cause your car to not pass smog. I am not a certified technician, so I probably got a few things wrong… […]
