I think we have discussed this before but I need to know for sure which other models will fit the M10. I want something with more torque. Anyone done this before?

Is the E30 M3 starter the best out of the E30's?

I think so. It has more torque and weights less than the 320 starter.

E30 M3 starter will be your best bet for an M10... Actually i just bought one for my 2002... An M20 starter won't work because its not direct drive like the M10 starters... Stock M10 starter = 20lbs...

I think I might use one from the E32 or E34...

M30 starter is physically the same size as the M10 starter, but has more torque. The S14 starter is smaller, but has more torque. M30 starter is cheaper.

Al

M30 starter is physically the same size as the M10 starter, but has more torque. The S14 starter is smaller, but has more torque. M30 starter is cheaper.

Al
two votes for the E30 M3 starter.... :D

Yeah now where to get one

I have a source CJ... talk to me on AOL...

So anyways I got the E30 M3 starter a few weeks ago and today I got to install it. I was very surprised at the difference in size and in wieght. You can see for yourself. Starts much faster now.

nice.

is it a straight forward swap in?

Yup a direct swap, took me about an hour and a half or so with removing the airbox, starter bracket, and the intake boot.

Yep, i did mine on my 2002 about 2 days ago now and it cranks hard! Easy swap too!

What's the weight difference?

i just put a brand new m10 starter in the red car a few months back. the parts car came with a brand new one installed. damn that bitch is heavy!

cool. If my starter ever goes out you know what I'll be looking for. :)

Will this work on the e21 323i engine?
Echo did you install this starter on your 323i?
later,
Joe

Will this work on the e21 323i engine?
Echo did you install this starter on your 323i?
later,
Joe

"Yep, i did mine on my 2002"

Joe, won't work on an M20... The M20 uses a direct drive starter where everything else (including the M10, and S14) use a gear reduction. Or maybe i have it reversed on which uses which, but u can't use it on your 323...

Joe,
Later model 325i starter is the light weight one to use for your 323, gear reduction, permenant magnet just like the E30 M3.
I have one in my 323, less starter draw easy on the electrical system..
Jeff

I've read this thread with much interest. I was planning on replacing my starter this Saturday. I already had my friend order me up an E21 starter, so I called him back and had him get the M3 instead. Not too much of a price difference, $115.00 for the E21 and $135.00 for the M3. I think it will be $20.00 well spent. I'm also replacing my throw-out bearing so hopefully the starter will be easier to get to with the tranny out. I'll let you guys know how the install goes.

Aloha,
Mike H

Ummm...starter is on top of the motor, so tranny being out shouldn't make a difference. But good luck with it, and tell us how it goes anyway!

Hope you all have a pair of 17mm box ends...

Of course... and they're rachetting :buttrock

Anyone know of a good source for the E30 M3 starter?

Anyone know of a good source for the E30 M3 starter?

http://www.autohausaz.com/

They have them for pretty cheap.

I've been going here alot lately nelson@usedbmwparts.com

Ask for Nelson, and tell him CJ sent you, he'll treat you right.

Would like to double check the part number before ordering. Is the correct E30 M3 starter for '83 320i Model # SR 43X?

Thanks

Anybody interested in an 89 E30 M3 starter with a brand new solenoid, and the old working solenoid let me know. $75 + shipping. The solenoid itself is $45. Yes the starter works, had it tested at Kragen and all is in good working order