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2.7 to 2.5
Sup gang. I'm researching putting a 2.5 into my 88 325. Currently has a 2.7e motor in it. Has anyone ever done this, and possibly any info on parts I will need, if I buy a reman 2.5. (harness, cpu, etc....) also, if any know what parts are compatable between the two, if any. Thanks
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01-21-2004, 09:14 AM
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2.5 engine
Also, any of you have any good insight on where to buy a 2.5 motor. There is a local bmw garage, that has a used one, which I would have to rebuild, I'm looking to go with a reman engine (that I dont have to rebuild) or any good websites to check out on the issue
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01-21-2004, 09:16 AM
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I cant say for sure what you need, however I would suggest selling the 325 and just buying a 325i. The costs involved with switching everything over will be more than just buying a 325i. Things you will need....
M20B25 engine harness computer new exhaust system all the way to the rear of the car different cooling system hoses different flywheel |
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01-21-2004, 09:56 AM
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New exhaust is going to be put on the car anyway, which is one of the reason I am getting the info now. No sense in building up the 2.7 if its going to be swapped. A local bmw garage, has the harness and cpu for it, which he has offered to give me, if I buy the engine through him, and hes giving me a killer price, which is why I didnt think of buying a 325i. I just wanted to get some info on other things I will need for the swap
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01-21-2004, 10:03 AM
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Trust me, it's goig to be much easier and cheaper to buy a 325i.
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01-21-2004, 10:04 AM
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I second Jared's motion. 325i's or is's are all over the place. Just buy the whole car.
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01-21-2004, 11:31 AM
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I'd just get the is because it's cheaper and less time conusming. If I were going to do a motor swap, it would have to be something really far out to justify the time and labor involved. Like putting an M3 motor or a 3.5 or something.
If you go out and find yourself a nice is with the sport leather seats, you'll be happy with it. If you do go through with an engine swap, remember that you'll need a new instrument panel because the is engine turns faster. Randini |
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01-24-2004, 06:44 AM
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Do the wiring harnesses match up? I read somewhere that you can out an I engine into an Eta car without changing the harnesses. Is that correct?
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01-31-2004, 06:45 AM
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boy I really don't know. I'll bet KC Ron Carter could answer that one. To get his attention, post a new thread with this question.
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02-01-2004, 03:29 PM
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OK thanks.
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