S-A Design® SA341P - BMW 3-Series (E36) 1992-1999: How to Build and Modify

Veteran author Jeffrey Zurschmeide explains how to upgrade handling and control through the installation of aftermarket coilover springs, bushings, sway bars, and larger brakes. Producing more power is also a priority, so he shows you how to install and set up a cold air intake, ignition tuners, and exhaust system components.

You are also guided through work on cylinder heads, cams, and pistons and shown the right way to install superchargers and turbo kits. If your 3 Series is making more power, you need to get that power to the ground; guidance is provided for upgrading the transmission and limited-slip differential.

The E36 was the embodiment of the luxury sports sedan, and the standard that other manufacturers strived to reach. And as such, the BMW 3 Series became wildly popular with BMW, manufacturing 2.67 million E36 cars worldwide from 1992 to 1999.

The BMW 3 Series has set the benchmark for performance and luxury. But even at this benchmark, these cars can be dramatically improved. Each major component group of the car can be modified or upgraded for more performance, so you can build a better car that's balanced and refined. If you want to make your E36 a more capable vehicle in all respects, this book is your indispensable guide for making it a reality.

Eddie Nakato
Eddie Nakato, a mechanic and car builder specializing in German and import cars, owns and runs AR Auto Service in Lake Oswego, Oregon. From an early age, he has been avid fan of cars. In fact, Eddie has owned and raced BMW 3s, Mazda Miatas, and Acura NSXs. At the current time, he has been modifying and building a E46 M3 V8 for racing in the SCCA GT2 class. Eddie has won two SCCA Northern Pacific Division Championships and has held five course records on the west coast in Showroom Stock B class. He and his time posted two overall podium finishes at the 25 hours of Thunderhill, the largest and longest amateur endurance race in North America.

Jeffrey Zurschmeide
Jeffrey Zurschmeide is an experienced freelance automotive author and journalist. He has written many books, including High-Performance Subaru Builder's Guide, Automotive Welding, and co-authored How to Fabricate Automotive Fiberglass and Carbon Fiber Parts. His articles have appeared in SportsCar and Loud Pedal magazines. In addition, his writing and photos have been published in The Oregonian and Portland Tribune newspapers, Auto News of the Americas, Grassroots Motorsports, Sports Car Market, Corvette Market, and other magazines and web sites. In his free time, Jeffrey enjoys working on sports cars and doing other automotive projects.