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Posted 6/29/2010 10:16:04 AM


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So, if one were to say, begin building a Spec e36 Club Racer, would you advise beginning with a 325 or a 328? I was leaning towards a 325, particularly a pre-Vanos OBDI M50B25 for the sake of cost and simplicity. (Also, you're allowed to shave off an add'l 70 lbs. over a 328.) However, the M52B28, while only having 1 more HP, has approximately 30 more ft/lbs.

Discuss.

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Posted 6/29/2010 2:54:07 PM


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Build 2 and give me one.
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Posted 6/29/2010 3:02:59 PM


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ken o (6/29/2010)
Build 2 and give me one.


Ha .. get me a position in your firm and you're on.

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Posted 6/29/2010 10:30:33 PM


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I'm interested in this myself, If I had to guess the torque advantage of the 2.8 would be worth it. I've been looking for stock dynos to compare.

JP car for sale anyone?

-Greg
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Posted 6/30/2010 11:43:42 AM


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Greg Smith (6/29/2010)
JP car for sale anyone?


- Did James shame you into selling it?



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Posted 7/1/2010 12:33:08 PM


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YesIFit (6/30/2010)Did James shame you into selling it?

The Panda has been really upset since he heard James say those really mean things, he hasn't eaten any bamboo all week. *sniff*


-Greg
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