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VAC Motorsports BMW E34/E36 Engine Build Kit | M50/M52/S50/S52

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 07:55:16 GMT

VAC Motorsports BMW E34/E36 Engine Build Kit | M50/M52/S50/S52
Buy Now: $9,699.99

👉 The only M50/M52/S50/S52 complete kit backed by a U.S.-based BMW race shop and in-house machining.

For over 40 years, VAC Motorsports has been the trusted name in BMW performance--delivering championship-winning engines, precision machine work, and American-made components to enthusiasts and racers worldwide. Our legacy is built on innovation and trust: innovation in designing solutions that push BMW engines beyond their limits, and trust earned by building motors that withstand the harshest racing conditions.

This BMW E34 and E36 M50-family engine build kit reflects that legacy. More than just a collection of parts, it's a carefully engineered system designed to transform your M50, M52, S50, or S52 engine into a track-proven powerhouse. Whether you're chasing serious horsepower for your street-driven E36 M3, preparing an E34 drift car for boost abuse, or building an endurance-ready E36 track machine, VAC delivers the ultimate foundation.

Unlike generic packages, VAC's kit combines decades of experience, in-house CNC machining, and real motorsport results. Before your kit leaves our facility, an experienced advisor will consult with you on piston specifications, compression ratio, and intended use--street, drift, drag, or endurance. That personalized guidance, backed by four decades of racing pedigree, is the VAC difference.

🔧 Kit Includes (Core Build)

High-Performance Valve Spring Kit
High-Performance Intake Valves
High-Performance Exhaust Valves
Titanium Retainers + Heavy Duty Valve Locks
Performance Camshafts (VAC profile options)
ARP 625+ Custom Age Head Stud Kit
VAC MLS or Cut-Ring Head Gasket (Athena equivalent)
CP-Carrillo x VAC Pro Series Forged Pistons
- HD Wrist Pins
- Custom Compression Ratio Options
CP-Carrillo Forged Connecting Rods
VAC / Calico Coated High-Performance Rod Bearings

✅ Why VAC for Your E34/E36 Build?
Because building BMW engines isn't just what we do--it's who we are. With over 40 years of experience, in-house machining, and a relentless pursuit of quality, this kit is the most trusted choice for BMW E34/E36 owners ready to take their M50-family engine to the next level.

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VAC Motorsports Billet Aluminum Wet Block, BMW M50/M52/S50/S52

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 12:50:51 GMT

VAC Motorsports Billet Aluminum Wet Block, BMW M50/M52/S50/S52
Buy Now: $10,999.95

Lighter, Stronger & More POWER

We are excited tointroduce our new M50/M52/S50/S52 Billet Blocks for everythingfrom the most extreme forced induction street cars, to lightweight naturally aspiratedrace cars and high horsepower drag cars. This block can function as a direct replacement for the factory cast block or as a dry sumped stroker motor andeverything in between; the choice is entirely up to you.

Features:

Wet block for street and track driveability
High strength 6061-T6 Aluminium block machined in house from solid billet
Heat treated after machining for maximum durability
Extreme weight savings over factory iron block.
Oversized 12 mm Custom Age 625+ head studs that anchor 4" deep from the deck surface
Custom heavy duty wet sleeves
Four bolt main caps on the middle journals
Custom Age 625+ ARP main studs
Accepts factory oil filter housing
Accepts factory timing covers
Accepts factory front and rear main seals
Compatible with factory water pump
Compatible with factory oil pump, oil pan, and dip stick
Compatible with factory alternator, power steering and air conditioning
Factory engine mount locations
Individually serial numbered block

Requires:

12 mm Custom Age 625+ head studs (Additional cost)

Custom heavy duty wet sleeves pre-installed

Boring, honing and decking (Additional cost)

7075 Billet aluminum 4 bolt main caps (Additional cost)

Custom Age 625+ main studs (Additional cost)

Optional Upgrades:

VAC Stage 3 Performance Cylinder Head

VAC Billet Stroker Crankshaft

VAC 3.4L/3.5L Premium Stroker Kit

VAC High Volume Oil Pump

VAC Dry Sump Kit

Billet Timing Cover

VAC Solid Engine Mounts

ATI/VAC Harmonic Balancer

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VAC Motorsports Cooper Ring Cutting Ring Head Gasket, BMW M60

Fri, 18 Jan 2019 11:31:00 GMT

VAC Motorsports Cooper Ring Cutting Ring Head Gasket, BMW M60
Buy Now: ~~$429.95~~ $411.90

VAC has the answer to blown OE head gaskets in non-race applications!

Withthe Cooper Ring head gasket, AKA Cutting Ring head gasket, you'll never have to worry about a blown head gasket again! This design features an OEM style gasket that installs without any machining, and a set of stainless steel cutting rings that cut into the head, crushing between the head and block, sealing in cylinder pressure to prevent blown gaskets. This makes it the perfect gasket for any turbo or supercharger application.

Features:

We offer a 90.6 mm bore size
2 mm thickness (0.079")
Easy install
No machining required
Sold as set (Left and Right Sides)

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VAC Motorsports 600 Series Turbo Build Kit, BMW M10

Tue, 1 Dec 2009 07:02:00 GMT

VAC Motorsports 600 Series Turbo Build Kit, BMW M10
Buy Now: $3,299.95

Building for boost on a budget? The VAC Motorsports 600 Series Turbo Build Kit combines everything you need to prepare your engine block for boost applications at an affordable kit rate.

This kit is ideal for those looking to build a turbo street car or track car, just around 600 horsepower, and combines some of our most reliable and affordable components.

This kit includes:

- ARP Head Stud Kit

- VAC Motorsports Multi Layered Steel Head Gasket

- CP-Carrillo Forged Piston Set

- CP-Carrillo Piston Pins

- CP-Carrillo Piston Rings

- CP-Carrillo Pin Locks

- SP Components Connecting Rod Set

- ARP Rod Bolt Set

- VAC Motorsports High Performance Main Bearing Set

- VAC Motorsports High Performance Rod Bearing Set

- VAC Motorsports Oil Pump Upgrade Kit

- ARP Main Stud Kit

Custom configurations available by request. Please contact our sales department with inquiries, Sales@VACMotorsports.com

Note: **Please specify Cylinder Head Type

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VAC Motorsports "Stage 3" Kit, BMW E36 M3

Fri, 21 Sep 2007 06:11:00 GMT

VAC Motorsports "Stage 3" Kit, BMW E36 M3
Buy Now: $0.00

Power Up Your M3 With Our Dynamic Stage 3 kit!

Everyone has a "Stage X" kit today with one product or another. Being around as long as we have gives us the choice and distinct advantage of having tried them all...

Now, we can be discriminate and select the greatest products that are best for you; the customer.

When it comes to reliable power gains our Stage 3 package with ECU tuning, larger injectors, and Sport camshafts is number 1. Smooth and easy to drive with stock like idle and reasonable gas milage, performance increases are still dramatic while keeping your E36 a reliable and comfortable means of transportation.
These cams are a great drop-in set for that extra power craving bolt-on's alone will not satisfy, all without sacrificing torque or driveability.

Along with our custom dyno-tuned performance software, your M52, S50 or S52 will come alive!

Kit Includes:

Schrick or Cat-Cams 264/256 Camshaft Set
Six 24lb/hr VAC Injectors
Custom Performance software tuned for your configuration

Please call or email if you have any questions.

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