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Thread: More Power From a 520i

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    Default More Power From a 520i

    What can I do to get more power from my 89 520i. I would like some more power without breaking the bank too bad. Thanks

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    Quote Originally Posted by brianwolf3
    What can I do to get more power from my 89 520i. I would like some more power without breaking the bank too bad. Thanks
    To be perfectly frank?.... Sell it and buy a 535i.
    There's no cheap way to make a flea fly like an eagle!
    Like that quote?

    1990 E34 535iA, 215,000kms (130,000 miles).
    Dual Climate, Rear Headrests, Rollerblind, M-Tech Wheel,
    Memory Seats, EAT Chip, T-Stars.

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    Buddy, two liters is two litres!! sorry

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    To be perfectly frank?.... Sell it and buy a 535i.
    There's no cheap way to make a flea fly like an eagle!
    Like that quote?
    Yes, I'm gonna steal it.
    InDEuroz | e34 540i/6 '94 w/ bore/stroked m62 | e30 325iS '87 | Ducati 748R '00

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    Yep I've got a 5 speed 2ltr M20 too (UK). Had it for nearly 5 years now - you get used to the lack of power. There are M20 engines that have had turbos fitted, but to be honest if you want more power sell your car and buy one with an M50 twin cam 2.5 ltr engine.

    HTH,

    Shaun M

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    I'll have you guys know Evosport just built a M50B20 E46 race car with I believe 580 - 620 whp.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Jon K
    I'll have you guys know Evosport just built a M50B20 E46 race car with I believe 580 - 620 whp.
    Note how he said Won't break the bank
    -Mike

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    There's always nitrous or a supercharger kit. I don't know what your budget is, but these can be affordable if you want more power.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Sam-Son
    Note how he said Won't break the bank
    The bank can be rebuilt :0

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    Quote Originally Posted by Jon K
    I'll have you guys know Evosport just built a M50B20 E46 race car with I believe 580 - 620 whp.
    the guy has an 89 520.

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