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Can that head be decked? Doesn't look like you can, but if you can, I'd suggest you do it. I'd also suggest a four angle valve job, new intake valves (the others look pretty trashed but probably can be grinded w/ the exception of the damaged pair); also have check the guides for ovaling (typically happens in high mile bmw's. Replace all seals and you're good to put it all back together. If you have $$$ to spend, I'd go for a RRFPR, performance chip, injector swap, cam swap (M52 and S52 cams should fit if I remember correctly or you can get re-grinds if you are on a budget) and to top it all off, I'd go with a de silva or conforti performance chip. If you wanna go all the way, lightened fly wheel and performance puck. Maybe I got carried away but if I had the $$$, probably what I'd do.
How's the rings in the bottom end, what about rod bearings and rods.
How's the rings in the bottom end, what about rod bearings and rods.
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Can that head be decked? Doesn't look like you can, but if you can, I'd suggest you do it. I'd also suggest a four angle valve job, new intake valves (the others look pretty trashed but probably can be grinded w/ the exception of the damaged pair); also have check the guides for ovaling (typically happens in high mile bmw's. Replace all seals and you're good to put it all back together. If you have $$$ to spend, I'd go for a RRFPR, performance chip, injector swap, cam swap (M52 and S52 cams should fit if I remember correctly or you can get re-grinds if you are on a budget) and to top it all off, I'd go with a de silva or conforti performance chip. If you wanna go all the way, lightened fly wheel and performance puck. Maybe I got carried away but if I had the $$$, probably what I'd do.
How's the rings in the bottom end, what about rod bearings and rods.
How's the rings in the bottom end, what about rod bearings and rods.
all valves are being replaced...rings are good in the bottom end bearings will be checked..all new seals and gaskets will be installed...i already have a turner motorsports performance chip...upgraded clutch will be later down the road as well as a lighter flywheel...but right now im just trying to get it running again
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all valves are being replaced...rings are good in the bottom end bearings will be checked..all new seals and gaskets will be installed...i already have a turner motorsports performance chip...upgraded clutch will be later down the road as well as a lighter flywheel...but right now im just trying to get it running again
all valves are being replaced...rings are good in the bottom end bearings will be checked..all new seals and gaskets will be installed...i already have a turner motorsports performance chip...upgraded clutch will be later down the road as well as a lighter flywheel...but right now im just trying to get it running again
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i think its a preexisting condition because my car has been eating coolant slowly since ive had it so i don't think its anything i have done..i will get it fixed sooner or later..haha im happy the ranger is 100% complete now...
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wondering if 2.8L M52 head would also work (I think so). I think the M3 S52 head would work as well. Heck it might be cheaper to look for a replacement engine. Here is a link for some spare parts: http://www.theeurodepot.com/index.php?id=6
best guys on the east coast. I've used em when I can't reach my hook ups in L.A., San Fran or Washington.
If you live down south, see if a run to Alabama wouldn't put you out and check out Vines. They usually have an abundance of E36 stuff. Good luck to ya!
best guys on the east coast. I've used em when I can't reach my hook ups in L.A., San Fran or Washington.
If you live down south, see if a run to Alabama wouldn't put you out and check out Vines. They usually have an abundance of E36 stuff. Good luck to ya!
