This harness is specifically engineered for a BMW E36 (92-99) with the 2JZGTE non-VVTi engine swap. It was developed in house on an actual 2JZGTE non-VVTi engine in an E36 to ensure a perfect fit to all engine connections. Wiring Specialties offers a number of options for common performance upgrades for this product. E. e36Zyzz Discussion starter · May 28, 2015. I have an e36 328i manual. I am looking for more power and would like to sty away from turbos UNLESS someone here has previous experience and knows it's not a nightmare. I live in NJ and was quoted at $8,000 for a 1jz swap $12,000 for a 2jz, and $12,000 for an LS1 (parts and labor included.) The main difference is the feel and the options for upgrading to a lightweight flywheel. Here is a proposed 5 speed setup for a dual mass flywheel, which was very common on the 5 series and 3-series with the M52 engine: E39 OEM 540i Dual Mass flywheel E36 328i or E39 528i or Z3 2.8i clutch kit P/N 21211223602 E34 530i clutch slave M52 = 190Hp @5300 rpm. M54 = 225Hp @5900 rpm. S52 = 236Hp @6000 rpm. The nice thing about a S52 swap is if you're in California you can leave the stock 528i valve cover on it and the Smog guy will never know it's a 3.2 and the emissions are within specks. But still a very cool project!! :thumbup: California-based BMW enthusiast Eddie Mello spoke with HotCars.com about what it will take to LS swap his E36-gen BMW M3 and get it to pass smog. via Eddie Mello / HotCars. The modern automotive landscape online has grown chock-full of engine swaps, restomods, and crazy twin-turbo builds galore. Click into YouTube and it's easy to start What is the best engine swap for e36 or turbo/supercharger Forum BMW Models 3 series & 4 Series (E21, E30, E36, E46, E9x, F30, F32, F33, F36, F44) 1991 - 1999 (E36) What is the best engine swap for e36 or turbo/supercharger If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. Originally Posted by Economist. I talked to BMW M about this very question. They said the S65 is a direct drop-in for the E36 and that was one of the biggest factors in choosing that engine for the new M3. Go for it! That is pretty funny right there. 01-28-2013, 12:58 AM #6. Car can be provided for an additional cost. Packages Starting At $24995.00. With these swap packages we offer a wide variety of options to our customers to enable them to build a car specifically for them. For any custom options feel free to contact our sales staff for cost and availability. K7mTRA.