GAIN +70 WHP On Your N52 With These 5 MODS!
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- Опубліковано 30 чер 2024
- Today we're going to take a look at 5 of the best modifications you can apply to your BMW N52 in order to make some increased power from this naturally aspirated motor. While the N54 brother stole the spotlight from the N52, there are actually a few key upgrades you can utilize to increase its output significantly without breaking the bank. Please leave a like and subscribe for more awesome content if you enjoyed this video!
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my 06 330i n52 6spd has 212k on it rn and has not one light on the dash. truly a remarkably reliable engine, so happy seeing n52 content!
I love to hear that! It really is a solid powerplant for these cars
You guys are lucky, i blew my engine at 205k, also recently got a faulty steering column due to the cassette push to start, also rear axles are a pain to find due to them making 2 in the year of 06. All in all tho, with my new 130k km engine in the car, everything is running like new once again !
My n53 3 litre 250.000km
@@zham6597 how much did your replacement cost?
Only major problem I had was a cracked valve cover a few years ago. Otherwise, yes it is bulletproof.
Finally someone talking about n52’s!!
😃👍
You obviously haven't been watching my channel lol... I have loads on the N52
@@SimplyCarThings what can be done with the N51b30? Greetings from Russia
@@GeorgeAusters Subbed =)
More E90 and N52 content please! 👍
You got it man!
There is a mod called MILV's which stands for modified intake lift valves, and it goes underneath the springs in the valvetronic to increase valve lift from 9.9mm to 11mm I believe. This means about 10 to 15 wheel hp gains. This is a pretty popular mod that goes a long way in increasing n52 power. Great video, super helpful with straightforward content 👍👍
Thank you! And wow, i did not know about the MILV mod. Super interesting info appreciate you sharing!
@@SimplyCarThings no problem, every ounce of power counts with these cars!
How do you do that? How do you tell someone to do that lmao
Yeah the milvs give more intake valve lift. Simply car things don't worry will tell you all the secrets because we are family now. Lol. Oh did you know the icing on the cake is not the engine tune but to supercharged it to 300+ whp with the ess kit.😁 also the n54 manifold swap has more torque than the 330i and flows more on the top end too. So it's a popular option. The thing about the 3 stage is the disa valves are not that reliable.
I remember the MILVS being a thing on bimmerpost awhile ago, was always debating it but figured it wasn’t worth it to try and pull power from the N52. If someone is going to install the MILVS and hasn’t messed with their car before, take it somewhere lol I hate getting cars in that someone tried to do something themselves only to where I have to work on a mess they made that would have been done right if they took it to someone who knew what they were doing. It’s a simple install but when some people can hardly do their brakes, I don’t have much faith in the majority of people do do MILVS
Being able to have fun on the N52 makes me chuckle...Never knew how much I’d love our little $5,000 e90 run around car!
Couldn't agree more! They're little gems
E90 Gang
If you want it to be a little faster and have a nice purr, a muffler and resonator delete will do just that!! And it makes the vehicle lighter
@@crod310 it most def will not make your car faster
I bought a $2000 N54 335i. I goofed up 😂.
Buying an 06 N52 330i was probably one of the best car purchasing decisions i have ever made. This car just glides so well around windy roads. Always feels planted to the ground and although it seems quiet inside i have heard it from the outside driving past and it sounds great!
i have an 04 N52 530i but i originally wanted the N62 4.4 v8
I have the same car! Mine had an exhaust and it sounds so beautiful
Yo thank u for going back to the n52. I got a 2006 325xi and I love it. Got some work to do on it as well so keep making more n52 content 😁
Had a 2006 330i, car was amazing. With square tire setup and a m3 rear sway bar, it handled beautifully. Reminded me of a lot of my old e36 m3.
I have a 125i (EU Spec) in Argentina that I use as a track car. I started out with the 218hp, mapped to 130i spec, to the alleged 265/272hp Bimmerlabs maps. I have the "euro intake" and DISA valves from factory, I added a Turner Silicone Hose and BMC filter to make the intake a bit more free flowing, and then bought the MILVS kit and had Jim at Kassel Performance do a remote tune. We probably did 40/50 dyno runs, he was very helpful to get the straightest possible torque curve as there was a dip at about 3.5k. We managed 233whp without headers. That's why I said allegedly 265hp... I now have custom race headers and full exhaust as its now a dedicated track car. I'll dyno the car soon, and then play with the compression ratio by modifying the head gasket. We'll see what is pulls, but gaining 70whp reallistically isn't that easy in N52's. An ESS supercharger adds another 70whp but I don't think its worth the 5/6k plus labor costs.
What hp now ?
A lot of people can start by making sure their 2 or 3-stage manifold actually works. Most of the time after 100000 the Disa valve get's stuck (actually oil getting into it's motor and it becomes "weak") and no longer closes which reduces power at lower RPS (because DISAs are designed to be CLOSED by default and only opening at certain RPM) and no error ever tell the owner about it. As for mods - most of european versions already have it including 3-stage and different air intake/filter so one can find used EU car/parts to retrofit it.
Just replaced the DISA valves on my E90 330i and it made a world of difference in low rpms.
Fantastic info and great delivery. Thank you!
Awesome content you did your homework
Ive searched and learned alot by websites and forums but all of this in one video is perfect
My E90 N52 has been reliable and easy to daily drive for years. I will follow the channel!
SoCal love brotha! Great vids and keep up the good work. I owed 3 of these rides before buying a 335i. These long ignored cars deserve some attention, and a great way to learn how to wrench on BMW’s.
I agree, totally overlooked cars and a lot of fun! Thanks for watching 👍
335i=rod knocker
where i’ve learned
the most
@@TheRacer221 My knock started at 175k…. $2500 for an engine swap and I was back on the road. There is always a price to greatness
Thanks for the information but just to add to the performance is to wrap the headers so that the heat from the headers doesn’t really bother the intake manifold for more cooler air
Love seeing N52 content. I daily an 06 330i and i love it
Heck yea man! And thanks for your support :)
Good advice! Back when I had my e92 328i I had the Active autoworks headers/ 3stage manifold/intake/tune that thing was a lot of fun. I’ve got some videos of it on my channel if you want to check them out they are Pretty far down, because now I have a 335i and a 2018 mustang GT lol
Your a god came out with this just in time I fully swapped my 328i’s N52 ‼️
I run an N52 in my e86 endurance car and these upgrades with the correct tune is about 258 whp. I have tested EPIC motorsports, Activewerks and Kassel Performances tune and Kassel's was the most aggressive to get to the max number with an average delivering 255 whp, Epic's is a more conservative and better for daily driving and Activewerks was the latter delivering more power in the lower and less at the top end. If you really want to put the power down, I would suggest upgrading the differential gearing ratio to 3.73 and a light weight flywheel for maximum performance.
Does the n52 330i have a bolted or welded ring gear?
Can't you put an lsd piece in the diff
dude you look a little like Bradley Cooper
from the side
Lmao at that from the side comment haha
Bradley Mini Cooper
Definitely long lost family
Sounds like too...are you sure it isnt?
N52 is such a good engine. Just sold my 08 528xi that had 293,000 miles on it and picked up a 2011 328xi with 42,000 miles.
Great content as always man. Keep it up
thank you brotha!
What a great source of info you are! So knowledgeable. Thank you!
Thanks so much man!
Don’t see much content on the N52 really enjoyed the video Omar stay safe Bro ✊✊✊🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧
Thanks bro appreciate it!!
awesome seeing n52 content, keep up good stuff
Thanks man! Glad you're enjoying the content
Great stuff. I just bought the 325i. Looking to crank that up in power while hopefully maintaining reasonable fuel economy
Did you ever get more hp on it?
This cleared so many things up for me, thanks a lot
Nice video! I am thinking about installing the 3-stage intake manifold for my E92 328i. I'll probably pull the trigger soon on it.
awesome man, should be a solid upgrade!
Great vid thanks! I have an 525i that E61 n52b25a with factory 3sim - ex Japan car (now in New Zealand). Apparently some came out of the factory like this. Goes well!
Clear and concise.
Great job, thank you!
thank you for watching! 🤟🏼
@@SimplyCarThings I just researched and found my 2009 128i has the N51 motor. I think you said this means I have the 3 stage intake. It was confirmed by my dealer. Which ECU do you recommend? I'll eventually install headers and exhaust but would like to unlock the existing ponies from this intake with a proper ECU if possible in the meantime.
What’s a good cheap tune for my 325i so I can upgrade it with the stage 3 manifold. love the video btw!
I have made all of these mods, including transmission tuning mods. It has brought the car to life. I’m running Borla Touring Edition cat-backs that sound so good.
that’s awesome, i’m sure it’s very joyful to drive!
Is your pedal delay / late throttle response gone? I like doing rolls sadly the delay is the only thing holding me back
@@z_bleach Yes! The throttle sensitivity was part of the tune from ESS and there is no delay.
Check engine?
@@Rockony I installed O2 sensor bungs with many-cats with the headers and it prevents the Check Engine light about 95% of the time.
good video🎉 keep up the grind brother
Great n52 content ive owned my e92 328 for 5 years and has only broke down on me 1 time for waterpump and it’s been my daily driver
Thats so awesome! They are remarkable cars when it comes to reliability
do all 328i e90 are direct injected?
@@hushanjaria868 None of them. N52s use port injection.
i got a 2007 328i and it came w the stage 3 intake manifold and its sick to hear that's basically what you want w the n52
Got a e92 328xi 216,000 miles still running strong! Amazing engine
Great info - thanks!
Love seeing N52 content cause I’m actually trying to build my 328i E90
Glad to hear it man!
Please don’t 😂. You’re wasting your time.
Javid M how’s that?
inSAYn going to be spending lots of money to make it fast.
Javid M It’s fast enough for most people, and very reliable too compared to the 335i. Also, 328i can be the better car in a lot situations, for instance it makes a great driver’s and track car with a manual and a NA engine. Also, it’s the last old school 3 series.
Nice, I just got a 3 stage intake manifold, gonna get that installed and tuned/remapped/flashed to get more power. Probably gonna get AA headers to add 20 more hp.
I'd no go the header route if you were thinking of procharging. Because the AFR gets extremely messed up and the companies producing the supercharger aren't able to make them work with the catless headers unfortunately.
@@natejewett1 bpc has tuned the supercharger with headers fine.
Bought a super clean 328i 6mt, with bmw PI & PE, did charcoal delete and it is super responsive, engine purrs all the way to redline! Coilovers, tires and 3 stage coming soon.
Any issues after charcoal delete?
Thanks for the n51 super efficient 3 stage intake manifold suggestion! Those 3 stage intake manis are nice! Should those also be tuned after install?
Yes. Tune definitely.
You have to tune the computer because the flaps don't operate correctly on the 325 328 etc factory tune when you do the swap.
love my 330!
N52 are as reliable as a Toyota, no joke, I’ve owned many n52 and they are phenomenal
They're truly fantastic engines!
@Tj Semeniuk that me😊 iam the oldest but fucked up in life. Because I own m sport 🚘 all mg money go to maintenance 🧑🔧
Very true , My n52 330i just hit 210k miles and it runs as good as the day i got it new
N52 😍 my e92x x5 all n52. I always prefer non turbo engine. They are best if you know how to increase hp
Most N52's in Europe runs the three stage manifold (the 2,5l 325i for example), so might be parts to order second hand from Europe.
Good to know, so I can cross that one off of my list allready :)
Yeah I'm in UK & recently bought a E60 530i msport & it's pushing out 258bhp so I think it has the 3 stage only just found out about it then found this video all good news we need plenty of encouragement on n52
@@bluerineimb1148 yup, it's mostly American 328i N52B30, E82 125i N52B30 and some detuned 323i N52B25 170hpish variants that does not have those dual DISA Valve three stage intakes. Other than some N53 cars that all run 3,0l engines but 218hp 325i has no three stage intake. And add all other kinds of BMWs (E60, Z4, 6, 7 series etc) between 2004 and 2012...
Or just spend a little more and get a 330i lol
@@Theeelp1 yes & it wauld almost same price & far better engine
Hey man been subscribed to you for awhile now I just got rid of my 11 135i and got a 15 228i can you suggest anything to me about like what I should to first?
My 2006 BMW Z4 3.0si 6spd coupe is getting these mods as I write. ZOOM!
Update: what a remarkable difference a few simple changes can do... and I'm not even finished yet.
So far, I recently installed a APE Stage 2 COLD Air Intake, a XLR Race Chip and cut off my muffler... amazingly good results thus far!
My next mods for my E86 Coupe will be N52 catless Headers & ECU tune.
Are you saying they pushed that hp before the tune or after? Because I have everyone of those mods, and after my tune and dyno I was at 305 hp.
n51 also has 10.0 compression ratio compared to n52s 10.7 which is why it has the 3 stage manifold and has lower power than the 330i n52
New subscriber. Good content
If you're bored and need another video I've got a DCT 335is with vrsf downpipes, intake, and an e30 mhd stage 2 tune. Mineral white on red. She's a looker. You can take it for a spin. I'm down in San Diego.
The best intake 3 stage Manifold came with the car. They are already tuned to those horse power levels from the factory. Now we're talking about the German made and shipped to the U.S. models. It's in your Vin. as made. But ya" it makes about 260 or if on a track 280 top end. Not bad at all for stock
N52?? Yesss !
Bringin some N52 content to you all 🤩
N52gang💯
My 328xi coupe after 11 years at 430.000km * Running better than ever.
I will never ever change this masterpiece for any of the brand new one *for free.
Changing Oil every 7k and ONLY - She’ll V-Power is the secret 🙏🏻
Just bought back my 08 328xi e92 which was my first car when I was 16! Now I own my e93 335i
was your e90 reliable??
Love this video and I checked under my hood of my 09 e90 and it said ULEV.😔 Mines a 6spd Manual too and I'm going to have to look into the 330i manifold.
Whats wrong with the ulev thats the n52 as in for me i have the sulev which is n51
@@justinbp6198 If I'm not mistaken,the SULEV has the three stage manifold in it already and just needs to be programmed to operate. The ULEV doesn't have the three stage manifold in it.😔
So i dont need to buy the 3 stage manifold for my 07 328i? i just need to unlock it with a tune?
Much better intro man! You seem way more relaxed without asking how everyone’s doing lol 😂 love the channel!
N51 in my 128. Sounds like I already have the intake. Could I just get a tune?
Is this more for just the e90 n52 or can this be done on the e60 as well?
I've also heard people putting European 320si differentials on their cars, it'll be a trade off between acceleration and top speed. not exactly horse power gains
I have recently bought a E60 530i with n52
The car is a msport & is pushing out 258bhp so I'm thinking it has this intake manifold?
Also what so what tune could I get and what brand would you recommend?
nice!!! 💪💪💪
Just bought a 06 325i with 130k miles, it’s clean with no lights at all! Owner was a very old man who always had everything BMW maintained, when should I do my next oil change ? And what should I look out for !
oil chances shoulld be done every 6-7k kms driven. ask the previous owner when he did it
So, I have a SULEV 2011 328i, so from what I understand, I have three n51 tune. What exactly would I have to look in to buying to tune it?
active autowerke tune available on their website
I have an n51, what could I do to get it to make more power? Just a tune?
I drive a 330i n52.
My car makes 291hp. I have a charcoal delete and catless exhaust. Did a muffler delete too. Tuned by my mechanic.
I doubt I can squeeze more power out
Does all of this still apply to the E60 5 series platform? I'm pretty sure it's still the N52 engine.
Good reliable engine if you change every 150k the two disas, waterpump und magnetic valve
Do the headers replace the o2 sensors?
So two things, one, doesn't the n51 have a lower compression than the n52, and two, I've heard that installing catless headers on the n51 causes idle hunting problems. Can the idle hunting be corrected? Thanks.
yes, the comp ration on the n51 is 10:1 as apposed to 10.7:1 for the n52
Keep this car man , make it youre daily car . Maybe put some of these mods to the test later on
Good video. But there are "HP" gains, and there are "speed" gains, simply going faster on the road. And if you wish to go faster, and not just in a straight line, suspension upgrades are a nice way to go. You will be able to better utilize the HP your engine creates. However, I do know that this is not necessarily a cheap and budget friendly modification for your car, but will not only provide for a faster vehicle (especially in the turns), but one that stops quicker, and is safer all around as well. Stopping ability isn't just pads and calipers, but also tires and suspension add to the vehicles braking capability. And if you can afford it, adding M3 suspension parts are a good way to go for your M52 vehicle.
i got a 323i with a 2.5 N52 produces 200 HP at the crank
It already comes with a cold air intake!
The mods you suggest will add at maximum 30 whp, and more likely not more then 20. The only way to get the 70 whp you dream of without ditching the Valvetronic is the ESS supercharger. That will add 80-100 hp at the crank
@BbwSlayer 666 $4800 for the kit, if you don't DIY, install is additional.
It's 2023 I just picked up a 2009 328i with sulev motor it has 96 thousand miles 6 speed it was my uncles car never beat on all service records what do you suggest first
I have a 130i (n52) it has about 260bhp from stock I think. Is it worth putting a k&n panel filter on it do you think?
Yes i think it would be worth it!
Can you throw on the 330i intake manifold on a 328i without a tune?
Ran across ur video randomly, always happy to see n52 videos. Have u seen any turbo n52 build's? Engine is safe up to about 25 psi, made like 560hp at like 19 psi, 450 at 15, all stock internals. N52s are definitely capable of big power.
I know what your talking about. That engine did not handle 25 psi for long, the connecting rod failed and the engine blew. At 19 psi is where the owner advised that you need head studs because the head was starting to lif up from the block. So please dont exaggerate the facts and tell people the n52 will run 25 psi like it's a beast. There's a limit to everything. Anyways I'm sorry, I didn't mean anything by it , just telling the facts. To run that pressure you need upgraded head studs head gasket and stronger rods and pinstons.
Who said any of that? Believe I said up to 25 PSI, which is exactly what u just said....please don't put words in my mouth
You can maybe have like 6-7 psi safely
BMW specify 350hp maximum for N52, I think you mean N54.
If you ran 25psi, there'd be rods exiting the block.
Hi im in England. I have the E93 325 M-sport but its the (N53) not N52 3.0L straight Six do i have this Tri start intake manifold?
Hey man, can you tell me how I can make 325i 218hp to 330i 272hp? Name of the parts and the costs? All info because I didn't find anything in google.
hello good video nice car, I have an e90 330 i 2006 125,000 km and I wanted to know if it is risky to do a stage 1
Just got a 2009 328xi with 70k miles. Just had to replace some ignition coils but can anyone tell me what else would go wrong at about 70k miles? And what engine oil should I use
How does the Manifold work on N52b25 (325i - 218ps/160kw) ? iam reading about it, and its 50/50 do/dont...
I have a 328xi SULEV so I have the 3 stage intake manifold what else can I do to get power gains from it or should I just go FBO+tune from there
Catless headers, Custom exhaust, milvs, cold intake, ecu tune lastly thats all u could do
Getting a tune on my 06' 325i this wknd with catless headers as well, ill be back with an update soon, wish me luck lol
They will be sick! My passengers say they can feel them at there feet when they ride shotgun.
garrett sitter NICEE!!! I can’t wait. Can you tell the difference in power? And does the headers amplify the sound of your exhaust? I already deleted my resonator and muffler. Sounds great already!
Lassine Dembele headers really let the engine sing. You get a lot better flow from a good set up, idk maybe like 20-30hp. My car pulls pretty good!
have you done it,what are the results? :)
How do I avoid breaking my therastat or water pump while thrashing the car I also service it every 5000 km
And take great care but I have had to replace 2 water pumps
Cool video, but you should lock the doors when driving... idk why bmw doors don’t lock automatically (my e90 doesn’t at least)
I have an e88 and mine do if you have bimmercode you can code it to automatically lock oddly mine doesn’t automatically unlock when I turn the car off
First of ALL I would like to say thanks about this video. Could write down the five steps and do you have some dyno Graph ? I come from Brazil and I going to do It as well. Thanks one more time
You're welcome thanks for watching! I am working on writing a blog article to this video which will be written on my website. simplycarthings.co
But did check on dyno How much whp ?
Will the intake manifold fit on my 528xi?
I have an e90lci 328i is it possible i already have the 3 stage manifold?
Nice man, will this affect the reliability of the car in the long run?
I've had my headers, intake, exhaust, tune, and manifold for a few years. Relatively no issues
In all honesty it shouldn't!
More hp equals more fuel. Hasn't it been like that always?
@@L-Noble.YT_Hi.Res-Soundminds yes but right now the engine is just breathing better, it could even help the health of the engine honestly
I have the slev 328i. So all I have to do is get it tuned ?
I could use some clarification, I have the N51(52) does this I already have the 3 stage intake and mean all i have to do is tune the car? Cause i got a little confused???
from my understanding yea. it would be good if you bought some after market parts though such as a cold air intake filter
I am from Portugal (Europe). I have an 325i (2500 engine) 218hp. I have the intake that you talked about, and you wanna know something?? It wont roars like the intake you guys have in the US! I mounted a cold air intake and you dont ear the intake engine noise, its just sad!!
My e91 from 05 with n52b25.. How can i pull more power out of it.. Cant find any i fos about
Re: 3-stage manifold upgrade, you said something like, "buying the parts new will cost $800 alone".
Only if you are buying knockoff Chinese parts. The BMW DISAs alone, from places like FCP Euro etc., are more than $700, and the manifold is another $1000. And then you need to pay someone to do a full 330i DME flash or you will never realize the full potential of the upgrade. And the cheapest reputable flash I have seen runs ~$500.
So more like ~$2350 for new parts alone.
They go for $200 complete on eBay. I picked mine up for $40 at a junkyard. Bimmerlabs has the stock 330i DME available online for free. You just need a k+dcan cable to flash it
I paid $130 for a 3sim, 350 for new disa’s, $500 for a headers and 495 for a stage 2 tune. A euro intake for $120 dollars to top it off.
@@mountjoy23 where’d you source your parts from?
@@GPMAX01 Ebay, FCP for disa's and eurocustoms for tune and headers (AA) in 2020
Fueled is that the good one?