Engine swap vs water on cylinders

[User Name 19]

Hi Guys

Ive being offered a e34 535i 1988 engine and was wundering how much missing i would have to do to put it into my e28 and does it need anything extra done except for swaping over the sump,

i currently have a e28 528i which after taking the cylinder head off on the w.e found water sitting on top of 4 of my cylinders (gutting) - looked for cracks couldnt see any and dont know if head is warped

now is it worth doing the engine swap or fixing the 2.8ltr engine

if i do the swap will i need to get a cert, wouldnt think so cause not 20% power gain

Any knowledge or help would be apperciated

[topcat 11]

Hi Guys

Ive being offered a e34 535i 1988 engine and was wundering how much missing i would have to do to put it into my e28 and does it need anything extra done except for swaping over the sump,

i currently have a e28 528i which after taking the cylinder head off on the w.e found water sitting on top of 4 of my cylinders (gutting) - looked for cracks couldnt see any and dont know if head is warped

now is it worth doing the engine swap or fixing the 2.8ltr engine

if i do the swap will i need to get a cert, wouldnt think so cause not 20% power gain

Any knowledge or help would be apperciated

yes a e34 motor will go into your e28, after swapping the sump and oil pump.will need to run the e34 ecu and adapt the loom to your plugs etc.not difficult,do the research on mye28 forum,e34 forums.

not sure bout cert.e34 motor does 218hp depending on condition.

i have a 2.8 head on the shelf.cheaper,easier,faster/turn around

be hearing from you