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05-12-2021, 12:31 PM | #1 |
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"160i" 6.0l Motor Swap Build - @ls1series
This thread is to document the swap of a 6.0L Chevrolet small block into my 2009 135i.
Once the motor is in and running I will work on adding a turbo into the mix. My goal is reliable horsepower. I want to be able to drive to the track, do 9s, and drive home. Before: 5/14/21 - DocRace 6266 kit. Spun a rod bearing even though I was meticulous with maintenance and religiously changed the oil with Motul every 3k miles. #n54woes �� Time for a new frontier.. After: 5/15/21 - n54 is almost ready to come out. Update: 5/21/21 - New motor is on the way. Donor vehicle is a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD. Update: 5/22/21 - N54 delete mod complete Update: 7/14/21 - Engine block prepped and painted. VVT delete and LS3 cam and timing setup swap complete. All new LS3 accessories, and engine will be getting an LS3 intake manifold, throttle body, and exhaust manifolds once in the car. Also took some time to clean up the BMW ZF 6-speed. Update: 7/17/21 - Lots of things happened today. Mounted the ZF to the LS with the PMC adapter. Decided to throw the motor into the car. Update: 7/27/21 - Almost ready to start wiring. Update 9/3/21 - Wiring is finished. Made the connection between car and motor as OEM as possible via a Deutsch connector and some solder. Looking forward to tuning this week. Update 9/8/21 - Engine is running, and it sounds mean with only test pipes and turndowns. The driving experience is very visceral, like a Viper. More videos to come once the tune gets dialed in. Update 9/11/21 - Was able to get a base tune on the car and take it for a spin today. Overall I'm very pleased with the instant low end torque. Will be an excellent drift missile. Stay tuned for more power adders in the near future. Last edited by highbrowed; 01-29-2023 at 04:34 PM.. |
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05-12-2021, 12:33 PM | #2 |
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INTERIOR/EXTERIOR
Update 10/7/21 - Now that the motor is in and running, I started working on some interior and exterior mods. I noticed an uptick in underhood heat after moving to the 6.0l, so I decided to install a TrackSpec center hood louver. This is made for the e9x M3 however it matches the 1-Series body lines perfectly. Adding the vent brought down coolant temps by 5 degrees. Cutting the hood reminded me of an old Simpsons episode �� I really like the look of the LCI headlights, so I designed decals which mimic the eyebrow, and installed them on the car. I decided to tint the 3rd brake light as well. I also installed an Alcantara flat bottom steering wheel w/blue center stripe. I'll be switching to 1M body panels on in the future but IMO this looks pretty good for now. Update 12/15/21 - Since the 135i emblem no longer applies, I added one that's a bit more fitting. Meet the 160i. Last edited by highbrowed; 12-15-2021 at 05:52 PM.. |
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05-13-2021, 10:45 PM | #6 |
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Sweeeet!! Subd
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05-15-2021, 06:25 AM | #7 |
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Great timing. Im looking at another 135i. I want to use the engine to build for my car and drop an LS in the new one. Ive been researching this. Will be following!!
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05-17-2021, 06:26 AM | #9 |
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L96, Gen 4 low compression iron block truck motor with LS3 heads.
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05-17-2021, 08:47 PM | #10 |
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Any reason not to use an aluminum block? That will save you around 75lb in the front end, better weight distribution too. LS2's aren't hard to find. They can handle the boost with proper supporting mods.
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I'll crack open the pan this weekend and confirm for sure. I think the N54 is coming out today. |
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05-22-2021, 10:25 AM | #17 |
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What's your solution for the dme communication and accessories like radio aircon etc?
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05-22-2021, 12:09 PM | #19 |
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Would a 6L80E fit? The ZF six speed will be your weak point if you want to add more power. There's plenty of proven upgrade options for the GM transmissions, not so much for the ZF.
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