My e90 BMW 330d/2JZ-GTE ‘Project’ Car

[Donovan2412]

hey bud great build thread so far im also thinking of the 2jz swop in a MB W201 190e with marius , hoping to supply parts and just take it to him for labour.... what diff you running and what are the other gearbox options

The diff is still a major headache, it still has the original 330d diff in at the moment, which is a complete waste, as its a 2,36 ratio. The easiest, yet most expensive way to fix this, is to get a m3 diff from an e90 m3, together with its subframe, you looking at 30k if your lucky.

I'm exploring using a ls diff from an e34, will require a fair amount of modification to fit, but I'm confident its strong enough and worth it.

With regards to gearbox, the R154 works really well but its very scarce to find, also the 6 speed bmw boxes are also very strong if you can find one at a decent price. D4D box will also work, but there seems to be a 1st gear failure issue when pushing high horsepower.

Would a Z4M Diff work?

With a few custom brackets yes it will, but i'm assuming it will be just as scarce and expensive to find one.

I know of someone selling one for 10K

 

[Sabretooth tiger]

Any updates?

 

[Donovan2412]

Any updates?

Get a job:tease::rollsmile:

 

[speeddemon]

raise:raise:
+1...any updates on this beast

 

[cukymonster328]

sacrilege in the best possible way. not a fan of the M3 swaps but in the normal bmw's they work..:clapper::clapper:

 

[Stig24]

Good Day Everyone

There were some major issues regarding the car's registration papers, which I finally managed to sort out today. I didnt want to invest a lot of money into a project and then run into ownership issues.

But that is sorted out now. Hopefully i can now take the car to Marius and get things going again. Ive also decided im going to fit a complete e90 m3 rear suspension including diff,shafts, shocks, calipers etc. Pricey but it will be worth it in the end.

Hopefully i will be able to post updates very soon....

 

[Sabretooth tiger]

Awesome, cant wait for these updates, with pics

 

[Stig24]

***Small update***

I managed to take the car to Full Boost this weekend, so Marius can work his magic. I decided to bite the bullet and let him build brand new intake and exhaust manifolds as well.

Looking forward to the end result.

 

[JSC512]

:clapper::clapper:

 

[Dhp507]

Did u consider using a Nissan 350z box with adapter

 

[Stig24]

Did u consider using a Nissan 350z box with adapter

Will the ratio's be any better?

 

[Mika330d]

Hi All,

Can someone help please, I am looking for an electric fan for my e90 330d at a reasonable price.

Please someone help.

 

[Dhp507]

Bump

 

[Stig24]

Unfortunately there are no updates, car is still at Fullboost and they seem to be very busy at the moment. But if you look at their workmanship its not difficult to understand why they are that busy. I will just have to wait patiently for my little monster.

 

[Guetzer]

maaaan I have literally been dreaming of an e90 2jz exaclty like this for quite some time! So epic to see one finally being built with some decent updates! cant wait for more updates!!!! subbed in a heartbeat!

 

[Black Mamba]

Wow, this is some amazing stuff....any updates?

 

[Stig24]

Unfortunately there are no updates as the car is still at fulboost. Patiently waiting for them to start....

 

[tman]

Where are the updates!?

 

[NtandoN]

Waiting impatiently... :smashScreen:

 

[Stig24]

Small update

Car is in the shop and they have started working on it. will keep everyone posted on the progress. :rollsmile: