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96cali · 11-17-2004, 06:51 PM

FYI I believe the main reason for J!m swapping in the MZ3 subframe was to handle the increase in power from his 6 cyl engine swap. The mounts have a tendency to break over time with such a huge increase in power. If you plan to keep the 4-cyl I don't think you need to swap the whole subframe.

11-17-2004, 06:51 PM	#2
96cali Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Saint Paul, MN Posts: 3,244 iTrader: (1) Photo Gallery	FYI I believe the main reason for J!m swapping in the MZ3 subframe was to handle the increase in power from his 6 cyl engine swap. The mounts have a tendency to break over time with such a huge increase in power. If you plan to keep the 4-cyl I don't think you need to swap the whole subframe. __________________ My Former Rides 1999 318ti Alpine White, Cali Roof, Dinan goodies 1996 318ti Hellrot California Edition