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I have a 2000 540i (e39). From what I can tell there are only supercharger kits available for my car (Dinan and ESS) but I have been told that turbos put less strain on your engine and can provide more power. I think because it is a V8 that it would be easier to just do a twin turbo install instead of the single larger turbo, I've been told trying to get the sync right would be difficult. As most of you know I recently did a manual 6speed conversion on my E39 540i in order to prepare the car for a twin turbo job.
Hey guys!
I am in love with my new 525i. It's 2003 BMW E39 525i, In-line 6, Automatic, 2.5 Liter, 36k miles only (new radiator, cold-air intake).
Only thing, I want a little more power, so I was thinking of turbocharging it.
Basically, here are the questions I have encountered:
1.How much does it cost to get cheap/mediocre turbo, all the parts, and labor? Again, assume some turbo size or output.
2. Will is shorten the life of my engine, transmission, or any other parts? (I'm in college so I don't have too much money laying around for a new car if I break mine)
3.How many HP will the turbo you chose to talk about add? I have around 190-200 HP right now, I believe.
4. Will I need to do any costly modifications to the engine prior to the turbo?
5.If this is a bad idea or you have time on your hands, what are some other affordable ways to increase my torque or HP?
Thanks for help in advance!
I am in love with my new 525i. It's 2003 BMW E39 525i, In-line 6, Automatic, 2.5 Liter, 36k miles only (new radiator, cold-air intake).
Only thing, I want a little more power, so I was thinking of turbocharging it.
Basically, here are the questions I have encountered:
1.How much does it cost to get cheap/mediocre turbo, all the parts, and labor? Again, assume some turbo size or output.
2. Will is shorten the life of my engine, transmission, or any other parts? (I'm in college so I don't have too much money laying around for a new car if I break mine)
3.How many HP will the turbo you chose to talk about add? I have around 190-200 HP right now, I believe.
4. Will I need to do any costly modifications to the engine prior to the turbo?
5.If this is a bad idea or you have time on your hands, what are some other affordable ways to increase my torque or HP?
Thanks for help in advance!