E30 5.0 conversion parts
E30 5.0 Engine Mounts: $119
These engine mounts let you drop the engine in one time, saving countless hours and headaches in your 5.0 V8 conversion.- Uses the existing E30 engine mount holes on the crossmember
- Engine is centered in the car left to right for optimum weight balance
- Places the 5.0 low enough to clear the hood with 5.0 EFI intake
- Places the engine rearward as far as possible for accessory clearance
- No firewall hammering required
- Clears the steering shaft
- Allows plenty of room to run exhaust under the mount but above the subframe
- Requires E30 325 (polyurethane mounts recommended, not included, but available from Ireland Engineering or AKG Motorsport) Or new stock rubber mounts may be used.
- Material: Tube steel and angle
- Finish: Bare steel
E30 T5 Transmission Crossmember: $99
Bolt-on transmission crossmember to install a Borg Warner Mustang 5.0 T5 or TremecThis transmission mount mates the T5 manual transmission to the E30 chassis without welding, cutting or fabrication.
- Some hammering will be required on the transmission tunnel around the bellhousing.
- Low-profile flat plate provides maximum clearance for exhaust
- Uses existing transmission crossmember slots
- Requires a short rubber transmission mount (not included). Summit part #PIO-A2253
- Material: 3/16" steel
- Finish: Bare steel
E30 5.0 Modified Oilpan: $205
This front sump 5.0 Oilpan has been cut, welded, and leak tested. It is modified to fit the E30 chassis, clearing the steering rack and the engine crossmember.- Requires a front sump pickup, available from Summit Racing, part #MEL-68-S
- Finish: bare steel
E30 5.0 Conversion Manual: $69
Our conversion manual shows step-by-step how to perform the 5.0 swap. Details include:- Complete list of parts needed, including prices, part numbers, photos, and vendors
- BMW engine removal
- 5.0 Engine/transmission preparation
- Easy wiring instructions
- Power steering details
- Air conditioning details
- Alternator, starting, & charging details
- Exhaust routing
- Driveshaft instructions
- ABS modifications
- Clutch modifications
- Radiator details
- Details and routing for fuel lines, coolant lines, air intake, etc.
- Tips for easy 5.0 power upgrades
- 5.0 maintenance items
- 5.0 troubleshooting and engine codes
- Over 200 pages and 150 high-resolution photos