BMW M52 Turbo Install

The parts came in and we are able to install the turbo on our fully built M52 BMW engine. See previous episodes for more info on the engine build.
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We use the CANENGT system to log EGT data via CAN on the Link Fury ECU with probes in the CES Motorsports exhaust manifold. We are using a Precision Gen2 6466 turbo which feeds the engine through a PPF aluminum intake. 1.15 divided T4 housing. We necked down the intake to the turbo so we can reduce the amount of silicone used which are failure points in the future.
Next up we install our catch can kit into the valve cover and attach the DCT transmission.

[@RonaldMcChode]

Loving this series, can't wait for the next one

[@turbosmike2046]

That heat shielding though….damn

[@OHioyungsta]

Haaa I was looking at that too haa

[@jackmccormick3824]

*PROTIP* for anyone installing a bottom mount turbo. Split the turbo feed line in 2 parts with a short accessible line (1ft line from turbo -> union -> 3ft from oil pressure source) . Tightening or loosening that line in the car sucks major wang.

[@pollo.888]

The #1 EGT has an ungrounded thermocouple, whereas the other cylinders are grounded. The wires of the grounded thermocouples are bonded to the sheathing. Grounded could lead to noise but I'm sure the CANEGT has some type of filter to account for this. I spend too much time dealing with instrumentation.

[@yahtadi5152]

That spray man, come on

[@alexball1346]

U guys are amazing thankyou

[@Vgk36]

Where is the next vid ! ? I just picked up a 328i 96. wanna see how this worked out

[@adamhale6305]

Mike, Good job centering the tips of the EGTs in the port. If you are mounting this manifold (SS TS) onto an M54 head, the EGTS need to sit further into the port to clear the head casting. Port #6 turns down into the flange, and you need to run the EGT further down in the compression fitting than ports #1 to #5. Cheers, PEI330Ci

[@SeemsLegitGarage]

Yep 6 is a bit farther down :)

[@billymania11]

Reminds me of what BMW did back in Formula One with Brabham. Took an iron black 4 banger and stuck a big turbo on it. I think it made 1500 bhp in qualifying trim.

[@deltacharlieecho4732]

Wait, this was you guys posting in the boosted e46 group the other day? I wanted to say awesome build but I'm kinda in FB jail right now. Killer work. Hit me up sometime I'm looking to get some special parts for my turbo e36 sedan build.

[@timothy3095]

I really enjoy these videos. Please keep the content coming!!! Did the CES manifold come with that heat shielding on it? If not, where do you get it and how do you install it?

[@SeemsLegitGarage]

Thanks! It’s by headershield so you send it in and they microweld it on

[@Known_Steezy]

lmao let's get to nuttin! teach me how to weld and I'll build a cage at home.

[@fredgabriel8357]

Currently have a bad nut 😭 just want to m52 swap now 😂😭

[@Theoriginalmichaelmiachel]

Has this motor been re-torqued already the only reason I ask is because I see you have our RTV on your valve cover gasket… we wait to add the RTV during the Retorquing of the cut ring head gasket… Edit: nvm I heard what you said at the end

[@Tim_turbo97]

Turbo only oil cooled? little confused how to set up my turbo for water cooling as well

[@gerardogoveche8064]

Just a question what throttle body I can use to upgrade on my 2000 328i or do I need to do the ms43 conversion?

[@Bemaritohtori]

🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@DeclanCrane]

Didn't know about the CES turbo manifold. Do those also fit M54s?

[@SeemsLegitGarage]

yes they do, all M5X based motors

[@andrezbim]

Would love some deets on the heat shielding. Is that a diy project orrr is a fab house making that? Nice work gents!

[@SeemsLegitGarage]

Headershield does it in house

[@ericschott5100]

Dope. Valve cover is uggo but she looks like a ripper.

[@SeemsLegitGarage]

haha yea the surface is gross on these old covers

[@klopvagodroch4795]

Isnt it an M50? The oil cap is on the back thats why im asking

[@SeemsLegitGarage]

its a backdated valve cover I like to use the metal ones. I think its from a 5 series.

[@zeeeek1561]

Is all that a must on the maifold

[@SeemsLegitGarage]

No not at all

[@carlossantana5965]

where they bought the maindfold?

[@SeemsLegitGarage]

PPF in sweden

[@bunyamin774]

how much hp will u run with this setup. nice greetings from Vienna

[@SeemsLegitGarage]

850

[@MrTwistedBad]

Bull schit 450 maybe on a cold day @@SeemsLegitGarage

[@keithspence85]

Any updates on this? I'm using the same turbo manifold.

[@SeemsLegitGarage]

yea shes rippin!

[@keithspence85]

@Seems Legit Garage Any videos?

[@SeemsLegitGarage]

@@keithspence85 one should drop this week, just got back from gridlife we got 2nd overall!

[@SeemsLegitGarage]

@@keithspence85 just posted one with some onboards

[@MsMatttheman]

Nice build. You are going to buy the carbon fiber 1 piece drive shaft from e46 m3 owners facebook page right? LMFAOOOO

[@SeemsLegitGarage]

lol yea 🤣

[@reyvoi5413]

youll never register this in CA, man ca sucks

[@scoomagee]

Pretty sure it's a track build only