E36 M42 into E30

[sleighbmw]

Howdy

I am starting on an engine rebuild due to a cracked head.
To keep me going while all this happens I have bought an E36 M42 from a wreck
to drop into my 1990 E30 318is.
I have bought the complete motor with all ancillaries and also the ECU.
I am expecting the motor to come with the serpentine belt setup - is this correct ?
I have also heard there are issue with the sump, and that I may have to swap the E30 sump and oilpump onto the E36 motor - is this correct ?

I'll keep you posted as the motor rebuild progresses, but plans at this stage are
M47 crank - purchased and on its way
Schrick cams - anyone know a good source for these for an Australian.
S50 pistons - either 86/86.4mm - source unknown
Rods - still need to work this out - aiming for 10.5:1 compression

Stage 1 is to fit these parts and see how it goes.
Further development could then look at ITBs, solid lifters etc.

Appreciate any comments
Cheers
Simon

[Febi Guibo]

congrats! enjoy yer stroker. You will probably need custom rods for best results, although you can follow gizmo318i thread on bimmerforums.

A couple of guys here have done the E36 swap, the issues are relatively minor, hopefully they will chime in.

post pics and keep this thread updated on your progress; people have a lot of questions about what you are trying to do.