Topic: Engine

Banjo Bolts Install M70 (V12)

Article by: Gerry at PhoenixMotorsport Article applies to: all SOHC V12 BMW models. Ok, so continuing on from my last post on camshaft timing, I am elaborating on the delights of a BJ, (Banjo Job), that is so necessary on the V12. When I stripped down the top end of […]

How to Choose the Right Turbo

Article by: Author unknown Article applies to: all BMWs. I decided now would be the perfect time for everyone to learn how to properly read a Turbo Compressor map, and how to choose a proper turbo for your vehicle. Here we will show a compressor map for reference:   First […]

Reconditioning M70 Throttle Bodies

Article by: G. Bowers Article applies to: All models with the M70 V12 engine. My 1990 BMW 750il was not idling well, and I was starting to get “EML” errors on startup. The “EML” light would stay on when I started the car, and the engine would run in “limp […]

Bosch Injector Rebuild

Article by: Michael Oswald Article applies to: all BMW models with the low impedance Bosch injectors. Problem: After installing a Perfect Power SMT-6 piggyback computer, I wanted to install new / used Bosch 24# blue top injectors. The SMT-6 has already been set up for these injectors. So, I went […]

The BMW Nikasil Issue

Article by: Simon Worby Article applies to: E31, E32, E34, E36, and E38 models with aluminum blocks most notably the following: 320i, 323i, 328i, 520i, 523i, 528i, 530i, 540i, 728i, 730i, 740i(l), 840i What is the “Nikasil issue”? The “Nikasil issue” is a serious problem that affects all BMW motor […]