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For Sale / FS: m42/e30 parts - Monroe, GA

« on: December 02, 2017, 10:29:17 AM »

I posted this on r3vlimited and facebook, but figured I'd cross post it here for you guys. I'm doing an m52 swap on my e30 and have some left over parts to get rid of.

M42 engine - still in car, has 283k miles and runs like a champ.
Complete engine with intake manifold and accessories, **DOES NOT include COP kit or bellhousing bolts**- $200

Getrag 240 transmission (still in car) - shifts great, slight leak from scoring around the shifter seal - $120

Driveshaft - (still in car) - $60

4.10 LSD small case (still in car) - $175 - pending sale

DME engine computer w/MarkD 93 octane chip (in car) - $125 - pending sale

Red46 m42 skid plate - $125

Flex-a-lite 16" E fan (pictured in car)- does not come with mounting hardware - $50
AFM (on car) - $50
Air Box (on car) - $40
H&R sport springs - specific to 318is - $175
Upper oil pan - $50
Lower oil pan - $50
Rear strut bar - $60
Magnecor spark plug wires - $30
m42 coil packs - used, working - $40 for the set
318is vinyl airbag steering wheel (dirty) - $25
Airbag computer - $10
Stock brake booster - $25
U.S. spec grilles - left and right - $20/each
Pearl Beige front speaker covers - $15/each
Clutch fan w/ shroud - $20
Upper and lower timing case gaskets, oil pan gasket, selector rod seal(2), input shaft seal, output shaft seal(2) - make offer


Also have stock m42 and stock m20 injectors, as well as an m42 throttle body heater - make offer.

Picture can be found on my craigslist ad: https://atlanta.craigslist.org/eat/p...399477161.html

Parts are pulled and ready to ship. Please contact me for offers or questions. All parts are located in Monroe, GA. I can ship smaller items and the differential. Thanks for looking!

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For Sale / 4.10 open diff in Atlanta, GA

« on: May 25, 2015, 03:20:07 PM »

I'm selling a small case 4.10 open differential in Atlanta if anyone is interested.

Pickup only

http://atlanta.craigslist.org/eat/pts/5038062848.html

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Engine + Driveline / M42 overheating... Don't know why

« on: May 24, 2015, 08:35:46 PM »

Hey guys, I asked on r3v but I'll ask here too. My car has been running hot lately. The temperature gauge stays around the 3/4 mark, sometimes a little less. I've already replaced the thermostat with a new 88 degree thermostat and replaced the temp sender for the gauge cluster. I've also tracked down and fixed all leaks with a pressure tester and UV light. I don't understand what is going on or what to check next.

I almost wonder if the gauge is not working right. I am using a rebuilt gauge cluster but you guys know how e30 gauges are. I've used an infrared thermometer on the thermostat housing and radiator and it only reads around 60-70 degrees celsius.

Any advice is appreciated. Thanks!

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For Sale / FS: 4.44 LSD

« on: May 08, 2015, 08:53:01 PM »

I stopped by a junkyard today and came across a 4.44 LSD out of a 318ti. Is anyone interested? I didn't have the right tools to get it today but I can definitely go back. You'd have to make me a decent offer though because it's a 5 hour round trip from where I am. I'd hate to see it get scrapped.

I posted this on r3v but I figured you guys may be interested as well.

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For Sale / 4.27 LSD (Atlanta, GA)

« on: January 27, 2014, 07:29:36 PM »

 I have a 4.27 small case limited slip differential pulled from a '92 318ic. Very rare. As far as I know, this ratio only came in '91-'92 318 convertibles and the limited slips were an option. This one was pulled out of a parts car, mileage unknown. Turns freely, clean with no oil on it. $295 picked up. Shipping is extra.

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Member Profiles / Re: JOLLE21 - M42 Swap - 1980 320i - E21

« on: December 23, 2013, 10:24:36 PM »

I love builds like this. Great job cleaning up the engine. It looks brand new!

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Engine + Driveline / Re: Loud transmission noise!

« on: April 23, 2013, 09:33:04 PM »

Actually, it looks like they do make a conversion kit. Costs a lot more though!! http://www.amazon.com/Valeo-52161203-Solid-Flywheel-Conversion/dp/B001DHC3V8

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Engine + Driveline / Re: Loud transmission noise!

« on: April 23, 2013, 09:24:56 PM »

Yeah, It was my throw out bearing, completely worn out. The valeo kit that I got doesn't come with the flywheel.... just a replacement clutch, pressure plate, TOB, etc. for the dual mass.

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Engine + Driveline / Loud transmission noise!

« on: March 18, 2013, 05:28:49 PM »

Hey everyone. I'm trying to figure out whats wrong with my car. The transmission started making a rough noise with the clutch pushed in about a week ago. Throughout the week the noise has gotten louder. Now the noise is still there but with an extremely loud screeching noise. It doesn't matter if the clutch is pushed in or out but seems to be worse pushed in. However, it does seem to go away (for the most part) when actually in gear and moving down the road. As soon as I shift or push in the clutch the noise comes back.

So after all of this, I'm thinking about pulling out the transmission and replacing almost everything.
Here's the list so far:
Valeo Clutch kit : including pressure plate, clutch disc, pilot and throwout bearing, and centering tool
Rear main engine seal
Spring for Throw-out Bearing Release Lever
Input shaft seal
Pivot Pin for Clutch Fork Lever
Transmission mounts
Guibo
Exhaust gaskets

So, is there anything else I need to replace or could it be something other than the clutch/throwout bearing? I also wonder about the input shaft bearing?

(91 e30 318is) The car has 230k miles and its been in the family for 80k. I have no idea whether or not the clutch has been replaced.

Thanks,
Cody