LSE90.com BMW LS Swap Tutorial - Part 2

In the second video of this series we dive into common questions regarding the swap, as well as install all the accessory drive and front of the car.

[@johnlayton9169]

Good stuff man, I always loved my e92, your videos makes me think even I could do a swap without screwing it up 😆 Great job.

[@joyroc885]

Thank's for taking the time to explain everything. Not a lot of channel's do this. I'll have to watch more of your videos. I need to make a parts list and decide to keep the n54 or switch to a ls motor. :)

[@0650asanders]

Amazing video. Best info on a LS swap I've seen.

[@dingjs1969]

Excellent video. Your customer is going to be a very lucky person!

[@SloppyMechanics]

Really awesome overview mike, well done

[@SloppyMechanics]

Get dat Holley

[@lse90garage]

Thanks Matt, still waiting for you to build one now.

[@kirkaderkderk]

Mike, thanks for the videos! Ill be ls3 swapping my 2007 335i sedan - the only difference is I'll be trying to keep my factory manual transmission.

[@foxxrider250r]

Will this work? I am wondering about doing the same.

[@camron4668]

You are the best and it was well narrated. Thank you

[@turboterry1776]

nice videos great info keep the videos coming sure a lot of people are wanting to do this swap being one of them 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽 what about do a super charger setup like a procharger ?

[@alanpaulick7815]

Very interesting video thanks for sharing your knowledge. Take care.

[@stoopidperformance]

Good shit Mike, I still have the e90, an LS1, and fabbot ar5 adapter lol.

[@AppleMan561]

If you use the Holley ecu, what would you do about OBD emissions inspection?

[@colorxlabs7200]

this is how to get a guy shoppin' for an E9x!! Thanks!

[@jefferywoodland9148]

This info is priceless!

[@Atlantaconnection94]

Best channel on KZbin

[@litvane1]

i have a 2006 bmw 530i and i want to put a different engine what will be the best engine for that car and still be very powerful ?

[@keithernenwein1896]

Does the cruise control still work?

[@apt-nq5ep]

Will the Holley Terminator Xmax work on 2009 bmw 750 li LS swap?

[@chrisluvshabs]

what part number/what vehicle are the upper & lower coolant hoses from?

[@E92_pandemwidebody]

Hi boss I’m trying to get the accessory drive for my e90 but I don’t know which would work

[@goodlove7732]

Do you have anything for a 2011 BMW 750li fo1 ls swapping

[@joepaquette7435]

Is is possible for the cruise control to still function? LOL it's the only way to not abuse the fun pedal once this is done.

[@jamesbarber8308]

Fort car was a e92 I’m gonna have to do this fs !

[@melomelo627]

Love your e90 ls swap video always editing and easy to understand. I'm inspired to do this swap on my e90. I have i couple if questions I have a 5.7 ls from a 2001 chevy express 1500 I was wondering if I could use a nv3500 tras with your mounting kit and I was also wondering if the ls from the express would be good for this swap thank you so much love you videos

[@lse90garage]

Appreciate it! We have not verified fitment of the nv trans so I cannot say that it will work with my mounts. The t56 cross member is adjustable about 4 inches front to back so you may want to compare with t56 mounting locations.

[@melomelo627]

@@lse90garage thank you. Keep up the good work this video are awesome 🙂

[@diduck6878]

I don't think express van got LS based motor ontil 02. The options will be 4.8, 5.3, 6.0

[@thakir-al9142]

Good video man thank u

[@DirtyMoe55]

BRILLIANT !

[@joebray9234]

I have a couple new take off gen 5 exhaust manifolds if you need any

[@xips420]

What mount for a t5 trans?

[@jerryhernandez3092]

So which ls NA engine do I need to buy

[@MM-um7vm]

Can you LS swap a right hand drive?

[@f32msprt4]

Bud Will this kit work on 2014 bmw 435i?

[@jmjm501]

What Holley part number do I need for the harness u use

[@427TTM6]

The Holley is indeed a great choice but to us guys with emission required states . We need an obd2 port available for inspection.

[@lse90garage]

You can piggy back the stock pcm with the Holley, Mike is currently working on a CAN box for stock GM pcm’s so that in the future stock harness/pcm swaps will be possible and keep the dash working as well. This will solve the emissions stuff for 90% of you guys.

[@nextgenerationmotion2242]

Where do we get your CAN adapter sir

[@lse90garage]

Hey man if you haven’t already seen, the CAN adapters are available on the website now, have been for about 8 months I just saw your comment replying to someone else, incase you aren’t in the Facebook group

[@jacobdavis8696]

I have a 2007 335xi and want to drop and ls1/t56 combo

[@Saltygarage]

For the 8.8 rear end swap, what are the options for axles. I assume explorer axles with bmw outers. Curious about other budget options

[@lse90garage]

8.8 swap is expensive when it comes to axles. The budget option is to use the stock bmw diff.

[@little13193]

Is there a chance you could make a custom crossmember for AWD E90s? I don't mind replacing the subframe, but I would love to be able to mount a T56 or 4L80 in my E91. RWD E91 wagons are so difficult to come by and would love to do this to my wagon.

[@lse90garage]

You can swap a rwd subframe in any awd car. We are working on awd subframe motor mounts/crossmember that should be ready soon.

[@lyfzgoodgarage826]

We’re can I see more of this car

[@gregzoller9003]

Looking at this swap, as with many swaps, the LS sits way far back in the engine bay. Is there sufficient clearance to replace the rearmost two plugs without pulling the engine back out?

[@lse90garage]

Easily, yes sir.

[@michaelmcgee8714]

whats the website for the accessory drive?

[@tiagohernandez5366]

How much for 06 335i n54 to swap installed

[@felixroldan9411]

What wiring has to be done for the push start to work? I am going to be ordering the kit in the next couple weeks when I decide what engine to go with, thinking lq9 but might be leaning to l33 have to see the weight difference. Also the kit calls for a 4l80, can we use a 4l60 with the transmission crossmember provided?

[@lse90garage]

Felix Roldan if you’ll watch part 1 of the series, Mike explains exactly what wiring needs to be done. Also no, the 4l80 crossmember only works with the 80.

[@felixroldan9411]

Got it working. Thanks

[@jerytherew1]

What belt for accessory bracket. Got your kit installed today. Nice work!

[@lse90garage]

It differs, there’s multiple pulley sizes, crank pulley sizes, alternator pulley, tensioner pulley, so the best way is to use string and route it through the accessory drive then subtract an inch and go with that length

[@E92_pandemwidebody]

Hey man I really need some help. So I have a L86 / LT1 engine that I building to put in my bmw e90. Can you help me what kinda oil pan I can used??

[@lse90garage]

Holley makes a swap pan that we used on the 1 series LT4 car we did

[@jasonjennings5833]

Have you ever made a 411 pcm work with the bmw peddle or know somebody that has? I can’t afford the Holley just yet and have just about everything I need to swap my car

[@nickrutland3268]

Im curious to that as well..

[@joepaquette7435]

Nice set up. What a drag it's not applicable to use on a e92 328x drive coupe. I want to gut mine and convert with my son. Hopefully there's some subtle tweaks that will be available in the near future to be able to work with you guys. Best straight forward info yet. Nice work.

[@lse90garage]

We are speaking with a gentleman who has an xdrive and wants us to perform the swap, Mike May use this opportunity to build a set of xdrive mounts, stay tuned.

[@kyleallen1431]

I would most definitely be excited to see a way to swap my e90 328xi I’ve been looking for routes to take between LS or 2JZ swaps while keeping AWD (Xdrive) if there are any forums or ways to LS/2JZ swap an xdrive e90 drop a link

[@jeffbrazelton7122]

What amperage alternator are you using? Will the GM 165 amp alt fit your kit?

[@lse90garage]

A truck or fbody style alternator will fit the kit. We typically use a large case truck alternator

[@MrClarck100]

Can the oil pan be used when you're putting that engine in an E46 chassis? Instead of an ac compressor, I see a turbo space right there.

[@lse90garage]

We don’t mess with E46’s so I can’t tell you if that pan works on a different chassis.

[@TheVictor1706]

What about the fuel consumption after the swap? V8 chugging on the small bmw 16 gallon res

[@lse90garage]

Ls motors are very efficient, a 5.3 with mild cam and good tune will still average over 20mpg if you keep your foot out of it. Corvettes routinely average 25-30mpg highway

[@justintravis8051]

I need Ls swap on my 525 i wagon 2003

[@eglavas]

Love the work that you guys are doing🤘🏼 A little. It help is needed for me Doing an LS3 swap in Australia on a e92 323i. How did you get A/C hooked up? Need some insight 😅

[@Dritermius]

Hey mate, sorry I can't offer any input on the AC, but I have a RHD 335i up in QLD I'm looking to convert after blowing my motor. How did you get on with doing this swap on the RHD e92? Did you end up using parts from this kit?

[@eglavas]

Hey Pete, no problem. I started the swap before I watched this series (around Feb), so I ended up using a kit from CXRacing. Everything is done except wiring and brakes. Been some delays with COVID as well. Happy to provide more details if needed Cheers

[@Dritermius]

@@eglavas Cheers for the reply. What headers did you end up using? Did you have any clearance issues with the starter motor and the steering shaft? And yeah, can definitely see covid slowing things down. Been a nightmare sourcing parts for another project of mine at the moment.

[@eglavas]

When I brought the motor I had the stock headers (2011 HSV Senator) but ended up using a set of GTS-R ones for a lower profile. Will eventual go for a set of Manta or X-force headers once on the road From my knowledge the only clearance issues we had was the steering shaft due to the engine mounts designed only for LHD. Modification was needed regardless due to the overall design. Everything fitted snug with just enough clearance

[@Dritermius]

@@eglavas Thanks mate. Gives me hope that it all won't be too hard. Have the motor pulled on my E92 debating whether to rebuild or LS, but all this gives me hope!

[@xiscolsx4328]

I know this is 3 years after but will this set up work with a 5.3 t56 manual swap or no

[@lse90garage]

Yep, 3 years ago but the community and brand is bigger than ever. Www.lse90.com and find us on Facebook as well

[@brianrodriguez4100]

Will y’all ever have video like this for the e60? Want to do this but don’t know where to start

[@lse90garage]

Most likely not. Wiring is pretty much the same, you’ll need to get creative on the accessory drive though.

[@Darkeiser.7]

What transmission did you use? Was it the stock e90 auto trans?

[@diduck6878]

T-5

[@car-evolutionvideos3883]

Wouldn’t you be able to just swap the subframe from the rwd version into the xi And then modify the tunnel a bit ?

[@sofuzzywuzzy]

If it's anything like the E6x, you need to swap out the majority of front end parts: steering column, power steering, strut/spring/knuckle/etc, subframe, sway bar, and control arms/tie rods/etc. The trans tunnel also has different mounting points, if assuming it's like the E6x. With how cheap E90s are, it'd be easier and cheaper to just sell the xi and buy a RWD model.

[@little13193]

@@sofuzzywuzzy I wanted to ask the same question as the other guy, especially since it's so difficult to find RWD wagons. I have an E91 and wouldn't want to search for a RWD model.

[@user-jd8hh2dw8y]

Would a zf8hp auto tranny work with an adapter plate and a separate tcu like the htg controller ?

[@lse90garage]

There are a few guys who have used an F80 M3 DCT, the easiest way is to use the HTG controller, highly recommend reaching out to Mead Motorsports Tuning and Services on Facebook, he can walk you though everything needed, he was the first guy to do one with an LS swap

[@stevenwatford7857]

I want to do a BMW 745Li 2003 model

[@bigl_driftit9994]

Any insight on using a cd009 with a Colin's adapter? Want to know if it's an option before a start looking for a t56

[@lse90garage]

This option will work but you need to compare the shifter location with the Fbody T56 trans, if they’re comparable you should be able to use it no problem. Mike knows of someone using an AR5 trans and those fit and work perfectly fine.

[@bigl_driftit9994]

@@lse90garage thanks man, appreciate the quick response. Picked up an lm7 today and I'm ordering my mount kit right now.

[@bigl_driftit9994]

@@lse90garage do you happen to know which ar5 he used? Couple different variations

[@frankiepontano8647]

do you sell a low mount alternator bracket with the e82 kit? id like to talk to you in detail as im pulling my motor this weekend and prepping to swap very soon

[@frankiepontano8647]

sorry didnt realize i commented last night too haha

[@ROLEKPROMOS]

can some of the parts be use on e60 sl swap ,wanted to do 2jz but ls I think would be a better route to keep it simple

[@lse90garage]

Mike has developed E60 mounts, and we are currently finishing a swap in a 530i. There are differences and once the 5 series is 100% we’ll go over them but right now we’re still in the development and testing side for the E60 chassis. Several videos on it if you go over to the channel

[@ROLEKPROMOS]

@@lse90garage that's great news for me ,I got the e60 already but it doesn't run right and you make look like a no brainer ,let me know when the kit is ready

[@david_amayaaa]

Can you make custom brackets and accessories for a e60?

[@lse90garage]

David, email us at [e-mail] one of our friends has swapped an E60 525 and mike may be able to get you setup with the accessory brackets that were used for that car

[@joepaquette7435]

Please let us know if you hear of anyone's success in swapping into an e92 xdrive seeing the subframe is different. I want to try it on my e92 manual coupe. Much appreciated.

[@lse90garage]

I have x drive subframe mounts available on the site now. Lse90.com

[@joepaquette7435]

@@lse90garage Dang, lol I placed the order and was going to try to make things work. I just emailed sales in hopes of getting things swapped over to the xdrive fitment. Hopefully that can work out before you guys are too far into it. Thx.

[@TylerJohnson-pe4ph]

What langth clutch line did you use?

[@lse90garage]

Depends on your routing, but I think Frank’s was around 36” and was actually a pre fabricated nitrous line

[@nicklittlewolf2738]

How much different would it be in a 04 745li?

[@lse90garage]

Have not ventured into that so can’t say, there are several guys with running 740’s in the Facebook group however

[@tigasulo2097]

How much if you guys do the swap with all the parts? On e92 coupe.

[@lse90garage]

Labor starts at $5750 for the base swap package with wiring, engine and trans swap, driveshaft, and exhaust off stock manifolds. Price increases if you want fuel system upgrades, 8.8 swap, headers, cam kit, etc.

[@samisahil95]

My speedo doesn't work after disconnecting the dme.. any ideas why not? also fuel gauge fluctuates when driving

[@lse90garage]

DME does not handle the speedo or the fuel gauge. PT can issue

[@samisahil95]

@@lse90garage the only other thing I've disconnected is the EKP fuel module.. does this run on the pt can as well? thanks from responding, much appreciated

[@LncGmz]

Any idea of a 6l80 from Silverado will work? I have an extra one laying around.

[@lse90garage]

Doesn’t fit and Holley doesn’t offer any control options for the newer transmissions yet

[@LncGmz]

@@lse90garage thanks for the quick response Michael.

[@aaronbrown4618]

How much to charge to do my bmw , I have a BMW e60 2008 wanted a LS1 swapped can you help, I'm from Nashville Tennessee, I can come to you

[@lse90garage]

We do not offer in house swaps on the E60’s

[@davidhenry4265]

Got an adaptor to use the stock fuel line?

[@lse90garage]

Is your factory line the strange ball flange thread on one? If not the factory Bmw like will literally plug right into the stock ls rail

[@eduardorodriguez3687]

Kinda late but I’m doing this swap at the moment wanted to know if a 4l60 tranny fit without any trimming ?

[@lse90garage]

need a bit of trimming to fit the 60e similar to the 80

[@eduardorodriguez3687]

@@lse90garage thanks

[@toddfrazier3844]

Link to the ls swap kit for a 2010 bmw 325xi please!

[@lse90garage]

Lse90.com

[@frankiepontano8647]

can this swap be done with a bottom mount alternator setup?

[@lse90garage]

It can but you’d need to use a diff power steering pump setup and adapt the lines to the stock rack.

[@frankiepontano8647]

has this been done before? i know andrei in texas had a low mount alternator when he had his other motor in the car but he said with the 5.3 he has a truck bracket now.

[@stanfordmckenzie5901]

Where can I purchase the can bus adapter to get the Tacho to work?

[@lse90garage]

Will be available very soon, Mike is finishing up the first batch, availability will be limited but second batch will be incoming. We will make a post about it once they’re live for purchase

[@stanfordmckenzie5901]

@@lse90garage can I prepay for one from the first batch?

[@jerryhernandez3092]

👌

[@randomguymaniac]

this the same for rhd e90 ?

[@lse90garage]

We have no personally swapped one or know anyone who has so we cannot say for sure what issues you’ll run into with a RHD chassis.

[@bigbird2240]

I been looking online at used cars under 5k and so many old bmws for sale that need motors

[@lse90garage]

I(Garrett) paid $400 for my 335i roller with a clean title, the blower car on the channel, crazy deals out there, if you can get one still complete for $1500 the motor, trans and cars will actually put you up a few hundred bucks before you even get started

[@JoseAlvarado-di2lz]

Is there any way you guys can do this for me? What does something like this cost in total to do?

[@lse90garage]

Jose Alvarado if you’re capable yourself, parts wise the owner has about $6000 into this one so far. If you’re paying someone to do all the work plus track down parts and assemble longblocks etc, expect to pay around $12-15000 all in.

[@patrickquigley9441]

@@lse90garage if i remember correctly from the other video it was stated this car is getting a rear turbo setup. is that including those parts or 6k for the swap itself? I have an e90 sitting in a field i've been wanting to do this for a while

[@lse90garage]

Patrick Quigley the 6k is just the n/a swap with all the random parts needed, as well as the engine, transmission, cam kit, McLeod twin disk clutch, holley EFI Kit, fuel system, etc. we will be doing an in depth break down of cost in the final video.

[@jdizzle6707]

Can I use a automatic bmw transmission

[@lse90garage]

If you like pain

[@SketchyGarage901]

Mane I need some help with my 335i ls swap

[@lse90garage]

We do full installs for customers, depending on how far you’ve gotten we can even do partials

[@mrsayless5205]

How much would you guys charge to do another 335 LS swap

[@lse90garage]

Swap labor costs start at 5k plus parts.

[@HakunaAmil]

@@lse90garage good afternoon! I have a 524Td E28 looking for an LS swap. How much would you guys charge ?

[@smurf_chicago6555]

@@lse90garage im going to texas this year i need you guys to do your magic on my e90 so i can bring a masterpeice to my hometown 💙🙌💯

[@ze_german2921]

In order to pass inspection, North Carolina plugs in their machine into the OBD2 port but since an aftermarket ECU is being used to control the engine. is there a way to still maintain OBD2 compliancy?

[@lse90garage]

From what we understand regarding smog laws. The car needs to pass emissions based on the engine that’s been swapped, so if you install one from a 2003 Chevy truck, the emissions testing is based on that, it is possible to piggy back the stock GM ECU with the Holley so that it is there with a working OBD2, however you would need to wire it correctly and then have someone tune it to pass obd2 inspections. We do not offer this service.

[@sr20dett1000]

Is this a street car?

[@lse90garage]

sr20dett1000 100%. Frank daily drives it, with cold a/c

[@Redditnow2]

Maybe I’m Blind but I don’t believe I have a thermostatic valve n52 2007 328xi

[@lse90garage]

You referring to the a/c?

[@lse90garage]

Or the engine itself coolant thermostat

[@jorgeruano5570]

Is your website still open Running?

[@lse90garage]

Yes? www.lse90.com

[@jorgeruano5570]

Trying to get on, it keeps saying gateway timeout

[@lse90garage]

@@jorgeruano5570 Mike is looking into it, it’s not opening on my mobile phone either currently. Thanks for bringing this to our attention.

[@jorgeruano5570]

You’re welcome I was looking to order some stuff

[@lse90garage]

@@jorgeruano5570 if it’s still unresolved feel free to simply email Mike directly at [e-mail], he can handle you directly, currently having some hosting issues, the website is in and out randomly.

[@adriansmith1417]

Am going to invite you to Jamaican I have a E46

[@relaxzen8415]

Damn so I can do this if I have an x drive :(

[@relaxzen8415]

Cant*

[@lse90garage]

Sure can, Mike offers xdrive mounts now

[@mememanfresh]

8:58 xdrive

[@chadlamph7761]

I’m waiting on part 3 😩