how can i keep my car lowerd with out poping my oil pan??

[german-speed-demon]

Hey GSR...
Unfortunately, I struck out on the custom oil pan on my end, but I did hear back from BMW on the topic. Here's a paraphrase of what they said.



Mobile Tradition was created in 1995, and it is dedicated to providing
information for models that have been out of production for several
years. For the best answers to your questions, I suggest contacting a
member of our Mobile Tradition Program directly.

You can reach the Mobile Tradition Division through the parts
department of any authorized BMW center. Should you need it, a complete list of
authorized BMW centers, categorized by name, state, or zip code, can be
found on our website, www.bmwusa.com.

Hope it helps.
Dave

[egk2]

The oem skid plate is still available from BMW for e30's with a pro date from 09/1987, 51 71 1 971 001 for about $295 last time I checked.

[Kowalski]

Originally Posted by german-speed-demon

Hey GSR...
Unfortunately, I struck out on the custom oil pan on my end, but I did hear back from BMW on the topic. Here's a paraphrase of what they said.



Mobile Tradition was created in 1995, and it is dedicated to providing
information for models that have been out of production for several
years. For the best answers to your questions, I suggest contacting a
member of our Mobile Tradition Program directly.

You can reach the Mobile Tradition Division through the parts
department of any authorized BMW center. Should you need it, a complete list of
authorized BMW centers, categorized by name, state, or zip code, can be
found on our website, www.bmwusa.com.

Hope it helps.
Dave

if you can't find them i could get them made for you guys, they will take some time to make though. i would have to go check and see, and get a price. but it shouldn't be too much, but shipping may be the killer...

[gsrboy171]

Originally Posted by Kowalski

if you can't find them i could get them made for you guys, they will take some time to make though. i would have to go check and see, and get a price. but it shouldn't be too much, but shipping may be the killer...

need it ASAP!

[Kowalski]

Originally Posted by gsrboy171

need it ASAP!

hmm well my car is on a lift right now all taken appart, but i should have it back together by tomorrow, or thursday. then ill make a trip down there and get you boys a price. and hopfuly a shipping quote!

[gsrboy171]

Originally Posted by Kowalski

hmm well my car is on a lift right now all taken appart, but i should have it back together by tomorrow, or thursday. then ill make a trip down there and get you boys a price. and hopfuly a shipping quote!

oh man thanks!!! the damn car is in the shop anyways, so i'll will be waiting for that plate

[Kowalski]

Originally Posted by gsrboy171

oh man thanks!!! the damn car is in the shop anyways, so i'll will be waiting for that plate

good deal, well i will make the trip on saturday, im going to finish up my car tomorrow, it would be done tonight except lordco ordered me the wrong retaining bolts for the rotors....

[Starmavin]

You can get a metal oil pan from an early 528e and modify it to fit, the metal pan won't bust up like the aluminum one. Also you can beef it up with a thick metal plate in the front, I built one for a lowered 325is car in PA. Not a novice project, better be sure of your welding and fabrication skills before taking this task on. Or kiss your motor good bye.

[gsrboy171]

Originally Posted by Starmavin

You can get a metal oil pan from an early 528e and modify it to fit, the metal pan won't bust up like the aluminum one. Also you can beef it up with a thick metal plate in the front, I built one for a lowered 325is car in PA. Not a novice project, better be sure of your welding and fabrication skills before taking this task on. Or kiss your motor good bye.

have any pics??

[Starmavin]

I doubt it, it was 4 years ago. If there is any demand for these pans I can build more of them. The 3 turbo headders I built and sold flew out the door. However since the move everything got screwed up, so it'll take time.

[87e30nuttt]

i bought an 87 325 is it considered an e30 and what motor is it , is it an m20, i know its a 2.7 liter,,,,,dont really know much about bmws..so id apreciate the help,,,,,,,,,,also would like to know where i can by performance parts for it , thanx ...used: used: used:

[Kowalski]

Originally Posted by 87e30nuttt

i bought an 87 325 is it considered an e30 and what motor is it , is it an m20, i know its a 2.7 liter,,,,,dont really know much about bmws..so id apreciate the help,,,,,,,,,,also would like to know where i can by performance parts for it , thanx ...used: used: used:

its an e30. if its an i its an M20b25, and its a 2.5 liter. the e, is an m20b__? and i believe its a 2.7, but it has much less hp, lower redline, and higher tq. performance parts can be bought from many places, check the forum sponsors, and the like. your best of making a new post.

[gsrboy171]

Originally Posted by Kowalski

your best of making a new post.

[Kowalski]

Originally Posted by gsrboy171

hahaha im not really sure where that came from...: ahh well.