Re: E36 M42 Diff Gear Swap

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Re: E36 M42 Diff Gear Swap

adder1969	24 Aug 2007 11:56
On Aug 24, 9:09 am, h...@h-gee.co.uk wrote: > However, I would imagine they will all fit but it appears the 3.9 wasn't an > option in the US or Euroland. I'm not sure if the mounting is different so you might also need the subframe/diff carrier.

hsg@h-gee.co.uk

24 Aug 2007 08:09

>I need to replace differential gear for 1992 BMW E36 M42 engine as it makes
>noise.
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>Thank guys,
>Kevin

If it fits then Yes acceleration will be quicker but fuel consumption will also
increase - less MPG.

Perhaps these numbers might help:

92 - E36 M42 1.8lit. 3.45:1 - 33 10 1 214 845

96 328i 3.07:1 - 33 10 1 214 631

96 328i 2.93:1 - 33 10 1 214 636

96 328i MALAYSIA ONLY - 3.91:1 - 33 10 1 428 387

So if you can get hold of a Malaysian 328i and steal the rear end .....?

However, I would imagine they will all fit but it appears the 3.9 wasn't an
option in the US or Euroland.

Hugh
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Brewer	24 Aug 2007 00:18
I need to replace differential gear for 1992 BMW E36 M42 engine as it makes noise. 1. Is that true that the ratio of this stock final drive is 3.45? 2. Will 1996 328 E36 differential gear with 3.91 ratio fit my BMW? 3. If I could swap with this final drive, will this improve the acceleration? Thank guys, Kevin

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