Complete T3 Turbo Builder Kit for BMW M42 and M44 Engines
Build a turbocharged BMW 1.8L or 1.9L four-cylinder with a broad package of hot-side, charge-air, oiling, boost-control, cooling, and supporting components. This is a builder kit intended for a custom installation, not a fully bolt-on system.
Fitment
- BMW 318i, 318is, and 318ti
- BMW Z3 four-cylinder models
- E30 and E36 chassis using compatible M42 1.8L or M44 1.9L engines
- Automatic or manual transmission applications may be supported depending on the vehicle setup
Main Turbo Components
- T3 turbocharger with .50 A/R compressor housing, .63 A/R turbine housing, 3-inch inlet, 2-inch outlet, and 1/8-inch NPT oil inlet
- Polished 321 stainless steel tubular T3 exhaust manifold with gaskets
- Aluminum front-mount intercooler with 2.5-inch inlet and outlet
- Universal 2.5-inch aluminum intercooler piping, silicone couplers, bends, straight pipes, and worm-drive clamps
- Turbo oil-feed and oil-drain installation package with lines, fittings, gaskets, and hardware
- 2.5-inch stainless turbo exhaust pipe with five-bolt flange
Boost, Fuel & Engine Support
- Manual boost controller
- Blow-off valve with flange and installation hardware
- 44 mm wastegate with gaskets and flanges
- Adjustable fuel-pressure regulator with gauge
- Billet aluminum high-flow fuel filter with -6AN fittings
- Catch can and high-flow breather cap
- Electronic turbo timer
- High-flow 3-inch intake filter
Additional Included Components
- Aluminum battery relocation box with cables, straps, and hardware
- Two reversible slim cooling fans
- 10 meters of fiberglass exhaust heat wrap
- Stainless radiator-hose sleeving kit
- 38 mm aluminum coolant-sensor bung with clamps
Installation Notes
- No model-specific installation instructions are listed as included.
- Intercooler piping must be measured, trimmed, routed, and fitted to the vehicle.
- The turbo exhaust pipe must be connected to the existing exhaust with a fabricated adapter or custom exhaust work.
- Clearance for air conditioning, power steering, accessories, steering, and bodywork depends on the exact chassis and installation.
- Fuel-system upgrades, engine management, tuning, and additional supporting modifications may be required.
- Professional turbo-system installation and tuning are strongly recommended.
Important: Power and boost results depend on the engine condition, internal components, fuel system, tuning, exhaust, and complete vehicle setup. Verify compatibility before modifying or installing any component.