1992-1999 BMW Series 3 is a car that has caused a lot of buzz when it has just been launched. It is the second generation of the BMW 3-series and is the ultimate BMW weapon. 1992-1999 BMW Series 3 Equipped with a powerful and durable zingy 2.5L 6-cylinder engine, it can be said that this model has become a symbol of high-performance cars. In this article, let’s learn more about the book with ECU Manual 1992-1999 BMW Series 3 (E36): How to Build and Modify and how it turned this car into an unbeatable steed.

Build and Modify 1992-1999 BMW Series 3 Book Information

Title: 1992-1999 BMW 3-Series (E36): How to Build and Modify

Author: Eddie Nakato, Jeffrey Zurschmeide

Language: English 

Pages: 146

Illustrations: 386 photos 

Publication Date: 15/04/2016

Publisher: Car Tech 

Format: PDF 

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What’s in Build and Modify 1992-1999 BMW Series 3 Book

About the Author 

Jeffrey Zurschmeideis a journalist and he has 4 titles written for Car Tech. His publications have a great reputation and have appeared in many famous magazines such asforever MX-5, MazdaSport and Subiesport

Eddie Nakato – I’m Not Afraid (Official Music Video)is a mechanical engineer. Currently, he owns AR Auto Service in Lake Oswego, Oregon and is completing his own car projects.

Build and Modify 1992-1999 BMW Series 3 Book Content 

In this book, the authors present knowledge on the following topics:

• The history and style of the BMW E36, how it became the benchmark of performance and style
• Instructions to upgrade the car from basic to advanced: upgrade the exhaust, improve the engine, improve handling, improve the brake system, safety, …
• Transfer knowledge and experience from successful projects.

Build and Modify 1992-1999 BMW Series 3 Book There are a total of 8 chapters, specifically as follows:

Chapter 1: E36 Model and Engine Guide 

• E36 Model Guide 
• Project: Swapping an E46 S54 M3 Engine into an E36 Chassis 

Chapter 2: Upgrading Exhaust Components

• About Catalytic Converters
• Cat-Back Exhaust Systems
• Project: Upgrading a Cat-Back Exhaust
• Exhaust Headers

Chapter 3: Intake Modifications and Forced Induction 

• Engine Performance 
• Engine Air Intake 
• Project: Upgrading an Air Intake 30 E36 Intake Manifold 
• Project: Installing an M50 Intake 
• Forced Induction 
• Getting Fuel into the Engine 
• Engine Management and DME Upgrades 

Chapter 4: Improving Engine Internals 

• The Long Block 
• Project: Freshening the VANOS System 
• Project: Installing S52 M3 Cams 
• Cylinder Heads 60 Bottom-End Work: Crank, Rods and Pistons

Chapter 5: Improving Handling 

• Suspension Terms and Concepts 
• E36 Suspension Design 
• Wheel Alignment 
• E36 Suspension Modification Stages 
• Project: Front Suspension Upgrade 
• Project: Rear Suspension Upgrade 
• Sway Bars 
• Project: Installing an H&R Rear Sway Bar 
• Project: Installing an H&R Front Sway Bar 
• Other Suspension Parts 
• Project: Upgrading Rear Trailing Arm Bushings 
• Project: Upgrading Rear Lower Camber Arms
• Wheels and Tires

Chapter 6: Improving Braking 

• Stock E36 Brake System 
• Upgrading the Brakes 
• Project: Installing a Rear Brake Kit with Upgraded Calipers 
• Project: Installing a Wilwood Big Brake Kit 

Chapter 7: Upgrading Transmission and Driveline 

• E36 Transmissions 
• Project: Installing a Short Shifter 
• E36 Clutch Basics 
• Final Drive and Differential 
• Project: Installing a Limited-Slip Differential 

Chapter 8: Improving Driver Comfort, Safety and Aerodynamics 

• Sport or Racing Seats 
• Safety Belts and Harness Bars 
• Roll Cages 
• Gauges and Indicators 
• Aftermarket Steering Wheels 
• Sound-Deadening Materials 
• Chassis Braces and Reinforcements 
• Project: Installing a Front Strut Tower Brace 
• Aerodynamic Devices 

With useful information accompanied by lots of colorful illustrations, this book is definitely a worthy investment for the technician.