Hello, having trouble wiring up an m54b30 to an e36 sedan which previously housed an m43b18. Anyone got tips or recommendable guides? thankyou

Hey there. I own a 94 318i convertible that unfortunately I rolled into a ditch going over a bridge at 20mph. The crash itself only shattered the windsheild but the recovery did a lot of body damage. I have looked online for new side mirrors and trim but have not been able to find anything. Also...

im trying to swap in (well already did) a 1995 m42 from an e36 into my 1984 318i which originally had an m10 engine. i think i managed to match all the wires on the wiring harness from the engine to the whole car, but im having trouble figuring out why the engine wont turn over when the switch...

I have no vacuum in the secondary air system. All components downstream from the canister are working fine. The furthest I've trace the vacuum line back to its source is the canister, (which is under the lower intake manifold and very difficult to access.) In a diagram of the secondary air...

:thumbup:new fuel pump , filter, redid the belts all that good jazz. came from work yesterday car started no problem. woke up to head to work, car clicks and thats as far as it gets. all the lights on the dash work,headlights come on, (installed HIDS) replaced fuse with 30 amp just in case...

Hey guys Im new here but ive been roaming these forums for a bit! I just recently sold my e30 and picked up an e36 for pretty cheap but it needs the clutch to be replaced! I thought Id be able to do it my self which I can, problem is I need to find a Good clutch kit to use, I am wondering if...

Hoping someone can help- I have a 1995 318i convertible with a M44 engine (basically a 95/96 hybrid, so I am told). My problem is that the base of the 96 temp sensor has the correct threading for the engine, but the wrong connector. The 95 has the wrong engine threads & correct connector. Where...

So I've heard all the feedback on BG 44k through the gas tank, and how it seems to be a reliable product in terms of low potential harm and slightly higher quality ingredients. Then I've heard all the variations of responses regarding seafoam through the tank, oil, and intake (vacuum line). Many...

In my 95 e36 convertible I'm having a really annoying problem. The driver side carpet of my car where you place your foot, the whole spot is wet and behind the driver seat the rear carpet there is wet and today there's a puddle back there. Does anyone know what is giving me this problem? I have...

DIY job done to replace powersteering rack, control arms and also the rubber and plastic peices, also the top metal end, in the suspension at the front (back is yet to be done). Now after put altogether one side of the front wheels is further off the body then the other. It seems way too much...

Hello, I would like to begin by saying I am new to bimmerfest and bmw cars so any constructive criticism or comments will be happily accepted. I recently bought a 1997 318i 4dr. 225k miles .The previous owner thought the head gasket was blown since it would start heating up after 10 min of...

Hi. I'm looking to buy an 1994 E36 318is. I know about the cooling problems and many other problems that will happen shortly after I buy this car. What stumps me though, is that after I test drove the car, the engine was really hot. The temp gauge was reading halfway and coolant seemed ok. But...

Hello E36ers, I have a 1996 318ic (convertible) with a driver's side door panel that's about to fall off. The map pockets cracked when the door closed. I'd really like to replace the panel. I've googled and searched this forum for any vendors that may sell a new or reconditioned part. I...

BMW E36 1997. Vibration while pulling (accelerating) around 50 km/hr. Bad noise between 80-100 km/hr while stepping on the accelerator for increasing speed while the engine is at about 2500-3000 RPM. Upon releasing the accelerator pedal the noise diminishes remarkably. Putting hand on the gear...

Can you put a 95 BMW 325i motor (Auto) into a 96 BMW 318ic (Manual)? If so what would I need besides the ECU and Harness?

I have a 1994 E36 318i bmw with m42b18 engine and its a manual. I bought it with all the electrical sensors disconnected and intake off and starter off. I have a bentley manual but it is not much use. Could someone that has a similar model or engine please take many pictures of there engine...

I have an e36 sedan and I'm looking for the a pillar trim - both sides, and the sunroof motor cover in grey. Will pay reasonable price (and shipping) if in good condition.