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    dear friends when the time comes , while rebuilding the engine, how can I convert m50 520i to m50 525i? what do I need?

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    I wish there was a way to convert an E34 to use one of the new 530d engines!

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    i want that 3.9 twin turbo diesel, well over 300lb of torque, with a 6 speed
    all america wants is cold beer warm cat and a place to take a poop with a door on it

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    Quote Originally Posted by dca
    dear friends when the time comes , while rebuilding the engine, how can I convert m50 520i to m50 525i? what do I need?
    It may be easier to just drop in a used M50b25tu and change the harness/DME. You have a Siemens DME and the 2.5 uses a Bosch one. Another cheap alternative for a few more ponies is my chip for the 2.0l M50 with the Siemens 5wk9002 DME. That is good for around 13hp.

    Mark

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    0-60 in about 8 sec, top speed over 150mph, motorcycle milage, silent operation... all that in an engine that can further be upgraded to accept the newer bio-diesels when environmental regulations get stricter!

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