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Advice on e30 m40 to m42 conversion
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<blockquote data-quote="bimmer9" data-source="post: 17274" data-attributes="member: 4073"><p>Hi guys,I am close to converting my m40 to a m42, just making sure I have everything needed and the right mechanic.I have a few questions for the conversion:1- Can I use my existing long shaft/ rear diff?2-Do I need to change my existing radiator,fans, air cond setup?3-What are the hidden costs/problems that I should expect after/during conversion?4-A few mechs have told me that its not a big difference between the m40 and m42, hence im wasting my time/money.........is this true?5- I currently am getting engine, ecu, wiring harness, gearbox. What parts am I missing?6- Anyone heard of Ah Wong from USJ before? Any good?7- I am getting quoted around RM2.5k to get the engine put in, is this reasonable?Sorry for so many questions, just dont wanna get stuck in between and wanna make sure everything is lined up before proceeding.Comments, advice, contacts highly appreciated!!CheersJDY</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="bimmer9, post: 17274, member: 4073"] Hi guys,I am close to converting my m40 to a m42, just making sure I have everything needed and the right mechanic.I have a few questions for the conversion:1- Can I use my existing long shaft/ rear diff?2-Do I need to change my existing radiator,fans, air cond setup?3-What are the hidden costs/problems that I should expect after/during conversion?4-A few mechs have told me that its not a big difference between the m40 and m42, hence im wasting my time/money.........is this true?5- I currently am getting engine, ecu, wiring harness, gearbox. What parts am I missing?6- Anyone heard of Ah Wong from USJ before? Any good?7- I am getting quoted around RM2.5k to get the engine put in, is this reasonable?Sorry for so many questions, just dont wanna get stuck in between and wanna make sure everything is lined up before proceeding.Comments, advice, contacts highly appreciated!!CheersJDY [/QUOTE]
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