Bmw E46 Diesel Project

[rocker8742]

A few of you know that I've now got this and I figured some others may be interested to see something different. Currently running this alongside the 6 while the NAD is off the road and it's so nice to have something quiet and comfy for cruising to and from work but I think it needs a bit more Oomf behind it. 


There isn't a huge amount of info out there about putting bigger turbos etc on these as it seems the bmw forums answer to more power is buy the car with more power standard, but that's not the way we do things.

Being the earlier 136bhp (M47) engine it should be running either a gt1752v or TF035 With vacuum vnt control rather than electronic which should mean a relatively simple upgrade process. 


At the moment it's not running 100% due to a dodgy MAF but Bmw want £259.99 for a replacement  Used OE it is then, just waiting on payday before replacing that but in the meantime it's running better without the MAF at all. Once it is back to 100% then the fun can begin, this isn't going to be an all out power build. I've been told they are good for 180bhp with just a map so over 200 would be good but I want to keep the quick spool of the vnt so maybe a newer equivalent.  

Plans are

Straight through exhaust to get rid of both cats (anyone want to make me one?  )
Boost gauge and maybe EGT, anything else worth adding?
Bigger FMIC
bigger turbo - not looked into what would be best suited yet maybe a gt2256v? 

Need to look at the suspension probably get some coil overs 
Want to get some different wheels on her maybe something a bit wider
Black leather interior
Msport front bumper and maybe complete facelift front
Facelift rear lights
OEM xenons

Will put some pictures up in a bit

[rocker8742]

[pioneer DJ paddy]

Sounds like a plan this be interesting :-) hope all goes well for you . What bhp u looking to get buddy . Nice bm to man :-)

[rocker8742]

Thanks man hopefully it goes well, can't see it reacting too badly to a bigger turbo

[ConorTRG]

Good car these, get the swirl flaps out if there not already.

[7057sam]

Look's good

So is this the 320D ??

[rocker8742]

Yes sam it's the early 320d, not exactly what I was after but seems to have turned out better after an in depth look

Connor afaik the 136 doesn't have the swirl flaps to start with so no issue there

[ConorTRG]

True enough, should read the whole description lol be good to see how it turns out powerwise.

[silverzx]

How much did it set you back? Looks all reet!

[Midnightclub]

E46 fwends!

I know what you mean about the bimmer forums 'just buy an m3' lol.

[allanallen]

Personally I'd rid it and get a 330d, you know it makes sense

[zx_volcane]

a few bolt on turbo options I think for this from other bmw, 2256v could be a goer - need to see about having it remapped as it is though, should see 175+ I would have thought on standard turbo.

Not sure what the next weekest link on the engine is in terms of 200+ bhp, but would be worth investigating if you can find any info

[procta]

looking good rocker! I will be keeping an eye on this! has it got many extras? if not see if you can wire them in etc.

[rocker8742]

How much did it set you back? Looks all reet!

Under a grand which is pretty good needs a little rust sorting out though

E46 fwends!

I know what you mean about the bimmer forums 'just buy an m3' lol.

It's a totally different scene isn't it mate

a few bolt on turbo options I think for this from other bmw, 2256v could be a goer - need to see about having it remapped as it is though, should see 175+ I would have thought on standard turbo.

Not sure what the next weekest link on the engine is in terms of 200+ bhp, but would be worth investigating if you can find any info

Could always go for something from a later BM and convert it to vacuum rather than electronic control

Only info I found so far is about the 330d which 'apparently' good for 400bhp on standard internals but I'm looking to see what I can find

looking good rocker! I will be keeping an eye on this! has it got many extras? if not see if you can wire them in etc.

It's got a fair bit on it cruise control, parking sensors etc just need to upgrade to heated seats now lol

[welshpug]

I'd imagine they are essentially 2/3rds of an M57, given that you'd guess at about 270 bhp from a stock motor IF the larger 6 can do 400.

there is a 201 bhp tt variant of the N47

[procta]

be a cracking little upgrade, heated seats!

[todd1983]

Should have bought a 330d

Mine has primary decat and a map, get yourself on e46zone mate, great bunch.

[rocker8742]

I'd imagine they are essentially 2/3rds of an M57, given that you'd guess at about 270 bhp from a stock motor IF the larger 6 can do 400.

there is a 201 bhp tt variant of the N47

Probably just lopped off 2 cylinders lol

Should have bought a 330d

Mine has primary decat and a map, get yourself on e46zone mate, great bunch.

Application is currently pending on there who did you get to map yours Todd?

[todd1983]

I bought it like this, but the dealer didn't know was mapped lol

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Try and get an m sport interior too mate, my car is a lovely place to be imo. So comfy



And this is lowered on standard m sport suspension with eibach springs


Also mate ditch the egr, made the world of difference on my 330d

[Midnightclub]

Ever need any diagnostics btw I've got INPA setup (dealer level diags).

Yeah E46Zone is probably one of the better ones tbh..

From what I can see, the flange looks the same from the 136 turbo to the 150 turbo (136 is a 1549v, 150 is a 1749v) and they both are actuated (assuming by vacuum).

150 turbo is good for at least 200hp on the newer lump

[todd1983]

Ever need any diagnostics btw I've got INPA setup (dealer level diags).

Yeah E46Zone is probably one of the better ones tbh..

From what I can see, the flange looks the same from the 136 turbo to the 150 turbo (136 is a 1549v, 150 is a 1749v) and they both are actuated (assuming by vacuum).

150 turbo is good for at least 200hp on the newer lump

Where are you based mate, as I'm looking for someone to check my injectors on INPA

[Midnightclub]

Not far from Bristol mate so probably a fair old way away (geography wasn't my best thing). But if you've got a laptop, you can get a cable with the software for sub £20 and I don't mind giving you some pointers on how to use it (it's partly in german)

[todd1983]

Any links on where to get it from, I'm good with engines, not computers lol

[Midnightclub]

Here you go mate: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-USB-Diagno...2348e9b51d

[todd1983]

Ordered......Thanking you dude

[Midnightclub]

No problem, feel free to drop me a PM if you've got any questions (if you're even able to PM that is)

[todd1983]

I can't pm yet lol, but will have a look

[silverzx]

I bought it like this, but the dealer didn't know was mapped lol

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Try and get an m sport interior too mate, my car is a lovely place to be imo. So comfy



And this is lowered on standard m sport suspension with eibach springs


Also mate ditch the egr, made the world of difference on my 330d

But does it drift?

[Midnightclub]

Not everyone's all about the getting sideways Trent!

[todd1983]

Not yet, will once I get the lsd fitted