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RAJ · 10-12-2004, 10:27 PM

Yup, I want to get some Leda.. or Koni full adj. coilovers. thought about airride struts.. but dont want Boingy

ls1bimmer · 03-06-2005, 10:18 AM

I'm not sure how to insert pictures but here is a link to my 500hp all aluminum LS1 powered TI.
LS1 TI

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bmw///m3/// · 03-06-2005, 08:12 PM

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Originally Posted by ls1bimmer

I'm not sure how to insert pictures but here is a link to my 500hp all aluminum LS1 powered TI.
LS1 TI

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damn your ls ti is insane........... how tight of a fit is it?

PettitWC · 03-07-2005, 01:44 AM

yo that car is awesome!!

bluebastion · 03-07-2005, 01:51 AM

How much power does the ls make versus an m3 conversion? Also... can you link us to a sound clip of the car(both front, and rear)? Video clips are even better.

ls1bimmer · 03-07-2005, 05:18 PM

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Originally Posted by bmw///m3///

damn your ls ti is insane........... how tight of a fit is it?

It is a bit of a squeeze but the LS1 fits very nicely without any real modifications to the structure. The toughest part was coming up with headers that fit around the steering shaft and ya it is insane!! I have to get some better tires cause it just smokes them all through first and second gear

ls1bimmer · 03-07-2005, 05:22 PM

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Originally Posted by bluebastion

How much power does the ls make versus an m3 conversion? Also... can you link us to a sound clip of the car(both front, and rear)? Video clips are even better.

I have a video clip of the motor running but it is 19 megs long so it takes forever to load. I will repost it on my site and put a link to it later today.

-mike

ls1bimmer · 03-07-2005, 05:26 PM

Also the LS1 in stock form makes about 375 hp with headers and a few bolt ons. In my first car (318IS) it ran a 12.7 @ 113 mph. With the new motor being around 500hp and in the lighter TI I should be in the mid 11s if I can get any traction. Can't wait to get to the track!

Panzer_M · 03-07-2005, 05:51 PM

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Originally Posted by J!m

A four liter from a 540 would be MUCH easier, and just as good...

Hartge does the 5.0 in the e36 so the 4.0 should be easier,

the 4.0 is an alloy block also isn't it?

motorsport · 03-08-2005, 01:17 AM

Hartge does the 5.0 in the e36

Actually, I believe they put the 5.0 in the e46. It was a cover article from a BMW car a few months back.

sikbrik · 03-08-2005, 01:45 AM

Hmmm...fun thread. I've done a few Chevy 350 into Volvo wagon swaps. They're fun "sleeper" cars. I have to say, I'd hate tearing up my ti to put a small block in it (I've got an L98 TPI 350 and an HO Ford 5.0 hanging on stands in my garage waiting for a fun project, though). It's so much fun the way it is...I guess if the engine ever went south, I'd consider it. Cheaper than an S52 swap but I have to agree that making the systems work with each other would be a nightmare...functional check engine light and scanner interfaces would be nice, A/C is a must, ABS would be nice on a car so front heavy, EFI is a must (that LS1 swap looks really well executed and with the g's encountered in drifting, do you really think a QuadraJunk carbureted 305 or 350 is going to be sufficient...I'd be worried about fuel starvation under lateral forces) etc. I'm curious about shifter positioning if using, say, a Borg Warner T-5.
Well, power addicts, I wish you all the best. I'll still be changing my oil regularly and hoping the wheezing little M44 holds on for a good long time.
As far as Chevys vs Fords vs BMWs...it's all familiarity. I've been through 'em all. Chevy powered this, Ford sucks. Ford powered this, Chevy's okay but this is cool. BMW powered this, aluminum V8's rock, Ford and Chevy are still cool. Overall, if I did a V8 ti, it would probably be a 4.0 or 4.4 BMW alloy V8 with aftermarket programmable EFI. A swap is a swap...it will never appeal to everyone. Do what you like and fits your budget/purpose. Have fun, learn something, and pass on the info for those of us that can appreciate any big engine in a little car.
Thanks again for the thread.

m44ic · 03-18-2005, 07:19 PM

I have seen a 850 motor put in a E30 318 it was sweet, it was someone in cardomain

mischief · 03-18-2005, 09:12 PM

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Originally Posted by ls1bimmer

I have a video clip of the motor running but it is 19 megs long so it takes forever to load. I will repost it on my site and put a link to it later today.

-mike

damn this suxs i wanted to be the frist to do this type of swap to a 318ti
seen a 318i-is with the same swap
hey AIM mischiefteck
i have DSL and would like to see the clip thanks

ls1bimmer · 03-19-2005, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by mischief

damn this suxs i wanted to be the frist to do this type of swap to a 318ti
seen a 318i-is with the same swap
hey AIM mischiefteck
i have DSL and would like to see the clip thanks

This is a link to the page with the motor running. When I tried to open it I got the Quicktime broken film strip so I'm not sure this is working but you can try. This file is long and the quality is crap.

mischief · 03-20-2005, 04:00 AM

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Originally Posted by ls1bimmer

This is a link to the page with the motor running. When I tried to open it I got the Quicktime broken film strip so I'm not sure this is working but you can try. This file is long and the quality is crap.

yeah didnt work for me its asking me to install quick time
i dont like quick time
this suxs

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