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M42 wont start.
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<blockquote data-quote="bimmer9" data-source="post: 19409" data-attributes="member: 4073"><p>Hi guys,I recently got a M42 engine with ECU wiring, gearbox etc to be transplanted into my e30 (M40).Found a guy who does conversions who was willing to do it for a reasonable price.I requested for the engine to be started to see if its running ok before beginning the transplant. My mechanic has wired it up, it cranks but it just wont start. Have checked most of the common stuff, petrol supply, swapped ECU, swapped AFM's. What could it be?Can someone pls give me a guide on how to get this engine running??I have heard these engine's have a ignition code (or something like that). I dont have the ignition/key or anything of that sort. If this is the problem, how do we overcome this?Any input would be appreciated.....CheersJDY9670</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="bimmer9, post: 19409, member: 4073"] Hi guys,I recently got a M42 engine with ECU wiring, gearbox etc to be transplanted into my e30 (M40).Found a guy who does conversions who was willing to do it for a reasonable price.I requested for the engine to be started to see if its running ok before beginning the transplant. My mechanic has wired it up, it cranks but it just wont start. Have checked most of the common stuff, petrol supply, swapped ECU, swapped AFM's. What could it be?Can someone pls give me a guide on how to get this engine running??I have heard these engine's have a ignition code (or something like that). I dont have the ignition/key or anything of that sort. If this is the problem, how do we overcome this?Any input would be appreciated.....CheersJDY9670 [/QUOTE]
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