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Re: THE BETTY <darren@domain.elided>

>From: THE BETTY <darren@domain.elided>
>Date: Tue, 13 Aug 96 09:42 GMT+0200
>Subject: Turbos for BMW's
>
>Hi gang, just some boring CHAT again. I am unable to put a chip in my pre
>'87 325i, but am considering a turbo. Are there any specific makes for
>BMW's, I have been offered a Garret ( T2 I think) and what extra strain will
>it put on the motor ie. 20 % more wear, how difficult are they to fit and
>maintain, and ultimately, are they worth it. My dad says, ' If it ain't got
>it as standard, don't do it, buy bigger !"
>
>Regards
>DARREN
>

I'm with your dad!  I have seen an aftermarket on a 2002 that was very
successful but the best idea is to use factory stuff.  For this, start with
a 3.5 liter (eg 535, 635, 735 and add the 745 turbo as it was designed by
BMW.  They have deeper pockets than any after-market system, don't
over-engineer it and design it for the long haul.

IMHO, FWIW....

Now, if you are insistent on turboing a 325, call Corky Bell (I think the
company name is CARTECH) in San Antonio.  He has designed such a system and
knows his stuff.....

Norm


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Plano (Dallas suburb) TX, USA                BMW MOA # 19040

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'85 635        My pride and joy (4 wheel version)
'86 325        Mine in title - stepson's in use....
'88 528e       Momma's car - but it runs well
'85 K100RT     It's too HOT to ride much right now!
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