4.6is M62B46 into '03 540it. From day one.

[purplecty]

4.4 and 4.6 TC

[Plattus1000]

This is such a good thread with so much information and knowledge.

I've read it twice now, and its made me decide to build a m62b46 instead of a m62b44.

Looking forward to those dyno numbers.

Happy to see that.

Purple-- Looks like the t/c will/might fit!?

It's been since May 2nd since I drove mine. Rebuilt Vanos units by Dr. Vanos arrived today and will be replaced this week. Then:

There's timing, tune, some dyno numbers...

[Jaspr6]

Found some parts that might help some members here.
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for sale is some rare parts from various engines that when combined will boost the power of your BMW v8 engine m62tu 740i, 540i, x5...


-Set of high performance cams from a 4.6is X5 with a 10.5mm lift
-Rare trumpet mainfold from a early 5 series, (commonly sold as dinnan performance manifold)
- underdriven crankshaft vibration dampener from the 4.6is X5, belt included


All of these parts are compatible with any M62TU (Vanos) v8 engine
- manifold and dampener will work with the M60 and m62 non-vanos engines, cams Will only work with "Vanos" m62tu engines.

orangecounty.craigslist.org/pts/d/lake-forest-bmw-m62-power-pack/7023569086.html

[Plattus1000]

746i...?! F-yeah!
Thanks for the contribution. Great info!

[purplecty]

I just ended up buying a whole 4.6iS instead...

[Plattus1000]

Sexy girl!! I'd say enjoy her intact till she blows. Then swap. Cool ride man!

[purplecty]

I think this one is staying in tact. She is an 02 Dinan S2...

[BimmrMeUpSnotty]

Dude, that X5 is beautiful!

[Trasportador]

I just ended up buying a whole 4.6iS instead...

No self control. None. Not one iota. lol

[purplecty]

Dude, that X5 is beautiful!

Thanks! I Agree!

[purplecty]

No self control. None. Not one iota. lol

I know you're a sucker for an Imola!

[Plattus1000]

I read that there were 50 full S/C'd Dinan 4.6's...
That truck should stay complete. Too nice.

[purplecty]

Mine is not supercharged... Yet...

[Plattus1000]

Mine is not supercharged... Yet...

There's a guy in Texas with a full Dinan 4.6 that has added meth injection. He's claiming a full boost puts him close to 700 hp. A DD and its gorgeous. I'll look for his info.

[Trasportador]

I know you're a sucker for an Imola!

Generally, I'm a sucker for red. lol.

[Plattus1000]

https://xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-forums/...installed.html

This guy's is crazy. Doing the same stuff to his MX5

[BMW540san]

Waking up old thread.
I have my 03 X5 4.6is for sale right now but reading this thread makes me thinking.
I really don't have to sell it but then I have some other projects in my mind.
My missus just might make garage my new bedroom if I buy fifth car.

[Plattus1000]

Waking up old thread.
I have my 03 X5 4.6is for sale right now but reading this thread makes me thinking.
I really don't have to sell it but then I have some other projects in my mind.
My missus just might make garage my new bedroom if I buy fifth car.

Supercharge it and sell everything else! (except the parts-runner car)

[Trasportador]

4.6 secured. Gonna work it over and install in the wagon over the next year or so. Thanks for the great info in this thread Plattus!

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[purplecty]

4.6 secured. Gonna work it over and install in the wagon over the next year or so. Thanks for the great info in this thread Plattus!

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Royalrot wagon?!? Can't wait to see this thread...

[Trasportador]

Royalrot wagon?!? Can't wait to see this thread...

Shoot, I've had this thing for about 2 years now. Guides just went so I'm gonna fix them and ride it out while I build the b46, source a 6 speed etc.

Royal on black, mk4, m sills and bumpers, plopped in some e38 sport seats, factory technical graphite trim, someone installed the folding mirrors before I got it. Came with the e39 mpars too.

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[purplecty]

Shoot, I've had this thing for about 2 years now. Guides just went so I'm gonna fix them and ride it out while I build the b46, source a 6 speed etc.

Royal on black, mk4, m sills and bumpers, plopped in some e38 sport seats, factory technical graphite trim, someone installed the folding mirrors before I got it. Came with the e39 mpars too.

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This should be an interesting build!

[Plattus1000]

4.6 secured. Gonna work it over and install in the wagon over the next year or so. Thanks for the great info in this thread Plattus!

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Do yourself a favor, do all the stuff Alpina did to the 4.4
Balance everything, valve job, porting the heads after having them machined. Opt for the alloy pistons and weigh and balance everything.
Even if you don't do any of that, it'll make you smile.

Ask M5Jed for a set of headers and bang gears!

[Trasportador]

Do yourself a favor, do all the stuff Alpina did to the 4.4
Balance everything, valve job, porting the heads after having them machined. Opt for the alloy pistons and weigh and balance everything.
Even if you don't do any of that, it'll make you smile.

Ask M5Jed for a set of headers and bang gears!

I saw your header vids. I'm not sure I want to get mine that "loud" as I truly don't want the wagon to pull much attention. In all fairness, I don't even want dual muffler banks out the rear. lol. Well noted on getting everything balanced, and changing the pistons. Did you ever get to properly dyno your final setup? Around where did you end up on the rwhp number? Thanks again for the great read and inspiration.

[Plattus1000]

I never have gotten to my final numbers. The divorce and work have slowed me to beyond a crawl. Once there's a settlement, I'm back in it.

The headers aren't the loud part really, not having cats or mufflers does the loud part mostly (in my opinion)

There are some mahle alloy pistons for about $700 but they're lighter and better balanced so, worth it?

I'm excited about this!