E38 740i S62 Swap NYC 6 Forward

[m3studio]

You E38 is evil! Cant wait to hear it, also a power dome hood would be nice :P

[maskmobile]

This is a lovely idea and I'm really looking forward to seeing the result purely out of interest. But I ask those who are considering such a swap: why not get an M5 instead?

I'm guessing that for most of us the E38 is the main mode of transport, clocking 35k+ miles a year. Add to that the fact that most of us probably have E38's because we couldn't afford anything "better" and fell in love with the car in the process. This really begs the question of fuel economy. I'm not sure what the prices of gas are in the US but in Europe, running an S62 E38 at that milage would cost around $45/100 miles. That's $15k in gas alone each year.

To put it short, an M5 would not only handle that power better but be more fun to drive and in the long run probably cheaper too if you were to use the E38 daily and M5 for having fun. I'd love to chuck an S62 into my E38 but the cost of the engine and swap is just the tip of the iceberg.

Why get an M5 that any one can get from the dealer? why not have the space and a sleeper while @ it? with a 3:46 or 3:91 Lsd on a 7

HERE IS VIDEO CLIP

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[m3studio]

What did the conversion run you? Did the mount points match up?

[michal5000]

@maskmobile - actually, what kind of diff have you used? I believe, E39 M5 LSD is not a direct replacement. Is this from E32 7-series or some US-made aftermarket unit (if so, any details)?

[cura]

The 8 is waiting on you son let do Bavarian or M fest In April 120mph and better ttyl. LOL

[Pedro Rabie]

Epic

Pedro

[Chief Rocka]

The 8 is waiting on you son let do Bavarian or M fest In April 120mph and better ttyl. LOL

When in April is this happening? 120mph & better sounds good to me.

[Punisher]

The date is not final euro tuner should have it soon

[Chief Rocka]

The date is not final euro tuner should have it soon

Kool... wouldn't mind riding with some kool e31's

[medic327]

Awesome swap, more pics please!

[medic327]

Progress?

[Johnb850]

I'm happy with my M62 with a future 6-speed swap. Maybe a super-charger and its aaall good. V10 is over-kill and waay to heavy for an E38. Super nose heavy.

I'd be certain that the M73 5.4 V12 available in the 750i would be a far heavier engine than the S85 V10 that comes in the E60 M5.


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What are the details of this build?

Is the S62 being mated directly to the original E38 gearbox or is the E39 6 speed manual being fitted as well.

Any chance of explaining the nuts and bolts of the build? How exactly are you getting it to work? Wiring, mapping etc. And also what happens to the pedal box. How do fit all the mechanisms for the clutch pedal and gear change etc?

Lots of questions but I'm sure that there is quite a few that would be interested also.

Thanks in advance.

[tekazgtr1984]

Epic

Pedro

^
This.

[maskmobile]

She runs and sound x-pipe on its way final stage engage getting there

[maskmobile]

Manual 6 speed gearbox fitted.

[tekazgtr1984]

Great news. The hood is especially sick.

[Chief Rocka]

Get some vids pls!

[inFamousJ740]

so has this been finished yet? i'm waiting to see the outcome. i'm thinking of doing the same thing. the swap that is

[maskmobile]

The car is 80% done it drives Etc, working out final details.

[bimmerfreak187]

not to get in your business but whats the price range on the swap im thinking to do one later on

[Xephius]

S62 = 3-6k on Ebay depending on mileage
6 spd = 2-5k on Ebay depending on mileage
Many, many hours of custom work and fabricating to get it working.... Little to no documentation to help you.

Net result: 5-11k = Cool E38 with S62 making around 400HP

Or

Buy a supercharger for 6-11K and get 400HP+ in about 12-20 hours of well documented install with a tech support line to call.

I am not saying that the S62 is not a totally wicked mod, but I am saying that unless you get a smoking deal on an engine and transmission, have a ton of time and resources, the SC option is probably more cost effective and far less troublesome.

My .02
John

[Edwin NL]

Looking good! we need more pics!

[bimmerfreak187]

S62 = 3-6k on Ebay depending on mileage
6 spd = 2-5k on Ebay depending on mileage
Many, many hours of custom work and fabricating to get it working.... Little to no documentation to help you.

Net result: 5-11k = Cool E38 with S62 making around 400HP

Or

Buy a supercharger for 6-11K and get 400HP+ in about 12-20 hours of well documented install with a tech support line to call.

I am not saying that the S62 is not a totally wicked mod, but I am saying that unless you get a smoking deal on an engine and transmission, have a ton of time and resources, the SC option is probably more cost effective and far less troublesome.

My .02
John

ya thats true

[MisterReyes]

There's no replacement for displacement.

S62 = 3-6k on Ebay depending on mileage
6 spd = 2-5k on Ebay depending on mileage
Many, many hours of custom work and fabricating to get it working.... Little to no documentation to help you.

Net result: 5-11k = Cool E38 with S62 making around 400HP

Or

Buy a supercharger for 6-11K and get 400HP+ in about 12-20 hours of well documented install with a tech support line to call.

I am not saying that the S62 is not a totally wicked mod, but I am saying that unless you get a smoking deal on an engine and transmission, have a ton of time and resources, the SC option is probably more cost effective and far less troublesome.

My .02
John

[BMWObsession]

S62 = 3-6k on Ebay depending on mileage
6 spd = 2-5k on Ebay depending on mileage
Many, many hours of custom work and fabricating to get it working.... Little to no documentation to help you.

Net result: 5-11k = Cool E38 with S62 making around 400HP

Or

Buy a supercharger for 6-11K and get 400HP+ in about 12-20 hours of well documented install with a tech support line to call.

I am not saying that the S62 is not a totally wicked mod, but I am saying that unless you get a smoking deal on an engine and transmission, have a ton of time and resources, the SC option is probably more cost effective and far less troublesome.

My .02
John

Don't forget to add a slushbox rebuild after it inevitably fails from the extra HP. But I see your point.

This S62 swap is a dream of mine.