newb from missouri

[E36nikkyb]

just saying whats up to everyone looking to see what to expect out of the new car i got a 96 328 i am also wanting some ideas on performance upgrades small or big wanting decent power without breaking the bank

[mheidemanjr]

welcom to the scene good mods are eprom chip,cold air intake, cooper 2 plugs, lead filters, exhaust and synthetic oil with 91 or higher octan

[johnnyBgood]

Welcome to the Werkz.....

I would start off with a Cold Air Intake, AFE has a nice setup for our e36 328i....or you can make your own....then, I would go with a catback muffler, Eisenmann, Borla, & Supersprint are some name brands & then the Conforti software Shark Injector, also the M50 Intake Swap is also an option.....here are some links to help: Good luck with your car & upgrades.....

johnny,


BMW E36 DIY (Do It Yourself)

1996 BMW 3-Series AFE Intake Systems, AFE Intakes, AFE Cold Air Intake Stage 2, Stage 1

MCS - Modification Tutorials: Cold Air Intake w/ Heat Shield

Turner Motorsport - Item# INJ3-M20 - Conforti Shark Injector for 1996-1999 323/328/M3 - E36

https://www.eurosportdesign.com/c-11...1992-1999.aspx

M50 Manifold Install

BM Conversions M50 Manifold Install

[olds72]

Welcome aand enjoy the WERKZ

[E36nikkyb]

thank you everyone for the replies it has a cheap ebay cold air intake on it does the brand make much of a difference or should i just stick with that one.... i am coming from a civic to a bimmer and on a civic cheaper parts dont make much of a difference as opposed to really expensive ones as far as small stuff goes kinda new to the bmw scene all help is greatly appreciated

[mheidemanjr]

what ever filter you deside to go with if its under the hood look in to a heat sheild of some sort. either make one or buy one trust

[ian3]

don't make an intake....just do it right by buying one and it will look and sound alot better...

[jmo69]

Originally Posted by E36nikkyb

just saying whats up to everyone looking to see what to expect out of the new car i got a 96 328 i am also wanting some ideas on performance upgrades small or big wanting decent power without breaking the bank

Do the maintenance first, cooling systems are the Achilles Heel of these cars. Mods won't do ant good if the plastic impeller grenades and you end up losing a head gasket. I know this link is from another forum but it is helpful.
The Essential Non-M E36 FAQ (Work in Progress) - Bimmerforums - The Ultimate BMW Forum

[martyyyn]

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good advice, & welcome

Cheers Martin