2013 X5 35i - purchase for only $2500?

[andrewwynn]

Originally Posted by ard

I did not realize all "N55" engines were all interchangeable.....

The base engine is the same but the accessories and intake/exhaust are different. On some engine swap you might need to add mounting points and also more than likely the engine mount "legs" would have to be swapped.

I'm helping with this engine swap. We will be posting details as it progresses. We found a motor for the swap. There's a chance we can get the original motor running but the crank is damaged so the original motor will need a replacement crank.

The big question for the swap is the method of removal. When you have a lift, out the bottom on a lift table is the way to go. I've seen it mimic DIY by lower the car to the ground, unbolt and lift the front of the car off the engine/xm pair but usually the DIY solution is to remove everything from the front and take it out the front. Not sure if that is possible without taking apart the AC which I'd prefer to avoid.

[ard]

Originally Posted by andrewwynn

The base engine is the same but the accessories and intake/exhaust are different. On some engine swap you might need to add mounting points and also more than likely the engine mount "legs" would have to be swapped.

I'm helping with this engine swap. .

I was being a bit facetious... As long as the block has the same part number (or the right holes and flats are complete where you need them) it should be fine.



Very much look forward to your updates. Grab a few pics too. (Yes, I know its hard to gt good photos with your hands covered in grime!)