Chevy LS3 + Dodge 8HP70 Swapped BMW E90 E91 328xi Wagon
Published at : 12 Dec 2025
We swapped in a fully built LS3 engine with a Dodge RAM 8hp70 transmission. 500whp / 8000 RPM Redline grocery getter.
We built this car to learn and develop parts for it, and of course to have some fun. Follow along as we build this car and continue to update as we make and add changes to the car.
---Contents of this video---
00:00 - Intro
00:26 - Engine is out
01:45 - LS3 assembly
03:43 - Drivetrain overview + Torque converter install
06:42 - Cooling system + plumbing
09:45 - Suspension + M3 arm upgrade
13:23 - Fuel system using BMW 335d parts
14:54 - Trans mount
16:04 - Morimoto lighting upgrades
17:31 - Custom 3D printed intake
18:23 - Wilwood brakes + titanium stud conversion
18:36 - Oil coolers
18:52 - 8hp shifter mount - 3D printed
18:59 - Reinharte 3-way custom coilovers
19:40 - Wheels + tires
20:10 - Final weight of the car with LS3 + 8hp70
21:30 - First Start!
21:48 - Exhaust
22:57 - Let's make some noise!