Hi all,

new member looking for some advice on pushing more power out of the 320d. 
The car in question is a 2005 161bhp model and I’m interested to see what existing parts from the bmw range can be used on the car to upgrade it-power brakes and suspension- 

I am realistic in that I am not building some kind of track car or whatever, I’d just like some firm suspension and trustworthy brakes, and if I can use a few parts to upgrade the engine along with a remap then I’d be seriously happy! 
Any tips or tricks are greatly appreciated as I’m totally new to the bmw game but as a self employed mechanic I am supposing there’s a few bits I can grab before I remap her 🙂👍

Many thanks in advance for any she’ll, and all the best people!!! 
Steve 

Hi Steve

If you aren't aware here are a couple of websites that may help 

1. www.realoem.com this is a BMW online parts list have a look at the "sport"and M3 versions of your car for suspension and brake parts. That will make certain you have part numbers that will ensure any bits you buy will fit then scour the web the auction sites and specialist dismantlers for deals on the parts you want/need 

Remember exhaust and inlet though these may have to be aftermarket. The brakes should be pretty much a straight swap though big brakes may need bigger wheels.

2. www.newtis.info a BMW technical information site same info as used by Dealers some good stuff with how too's torque settings etc.

A good remap should get you around 200 bhp and 400 nm so your baby will fly

Enjoy

Dave

14 hours ago, Greydog said:

Hi Steve

If you aren't aware here are a couple of websites that may help 

1. www.realoem.com this is a BMW online parts list have a look at the "sport"and M3 versions of your car for suspension and brake parts. That will make certain you have part numbers that will ensure any bits you buy will fit then scour the web the auction sites and specialist dismantlers for deals on the parts you want/need 

Remember exhaust and inlet though these may have to be aftermarket. The brakes should be pretty much a straight swap though big brakes may need bigger wheels.

2. www.newtis.info a BMW technical information site same info as used by Dealers some good stuff with how too's torque settings etc.

A good remap should get you around 200 bhp and 400 nm so your baby will fly

Enjoy

Dave

Thank you for the info Dave that’s greatly appreciated, and exactly what I need! 

Have a good day buddy