How to Build a 350HP BMW N20!

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    Looking to elevate your BMW N20 to a solid 350 horsepower? You've come to the right place! In today’s video, Zach will be exploring the top modifications you need to get your N20 engine to 350hp. From ECU tuning to fueling upgrades, he covers it all. Zach delves into each modification, explaining how they contribute to achieving that coveted 350 hp mark. Whether you're a seasoned BMW tuner or new to the world of car modifications, this guide will provide you with valuable insights and practical advice.
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    00:14 - BMW N20 vs N26
    01:15 - BMW EWG vs PWG
    02:25 - BMW 20i Models
    02:45 - How to Build a 350HP BMW N20!
    02:55 - The Best BMW N20 Upgrades #1 - Tuning
    04:10 - The Best BMW N20 Upgrades #2 - Cold Air Intake
    05:14 - The Best BMW N20 Upgrades #3 - Downpipe
    06:08 - Catless vs Catted Downpipe?
    07:53 - The Best BMW N20 Upgrades #4 - FMIC
    09:37 - The Best BMW N20 Upgrades #5 - E30 Fueling
    11:11 - Best BMW N20 Mods Summary
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  • @scott331
    @scott331 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +18

    I have 432k miles on my 328i 10 years old, all original engine/drivetrain, Dinan stage 1 tuning piggy back @ 3k, Injen tuned cold air intake, MST Turbo Inlet pipe, Dinan Catback exhaust, Wagner Stage 3 Competition fmic Intercooler which gives me mid- high rpm noticeable hp gains, ER charge pipes both, now I’m looking at getting an ER catted downpipe and I’m happy. Only maintenance I’ve done is changed the high pressure fuel pump @ 67k miles, EWG 180k miles, and changed timing chain guides which crossed over to the Rod Bearing so I changed that out to, never changed transmission fluid however changed engine oil 0-30 , 5-30 BMW, or Liquid Molly oil every 6-8k miles. Never revved in traffic, warmed car up and drove smoothly for the first 8-10 minutes to lube up the engine bearings and cylinder’s properly before shifting to high speeds. One thing I’ve noticed is that these cars are built to be driven. Never dinno but butt g’s made me satisfied

    • @8020Media
      @8020Media  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      S - Nice! This is a great success story for the BMW N20!

    • @NzScruff
      @NzScruff 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I have a 2014 320i with a stage 1 tune. I'm at 133k km now, the chain feels sturdy. When would you recommend changing the chain/tensioners

    • @8020Media
      @8020Media  หลายเดือนก่อน

      N - We typically recommend it at 100k miles, but it's different for each engine. Stay on top of maintenance.

    • @road_mine8733
      @road_mine8733 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@8020Mediai heard the big timing chain issues were fixed after 2015 on the n20 right? Ive got a 2015 528i with about 93k and just wondering

    • @8020Media
      @8020Media  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      R - We have a great article on this on our website: bmwtuning.co/bmw-n20-timing-chain-failure-symptoms-solutions/

  • @frankietom4294
    @frankietom4294 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +25

    Great video. Don't see too many ppl talking on upgrading n20/n26, so this definitely helped.

    • @8020Media
      @8020Media  6 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Frankie - Thanks for the feedback! Hope it helped.

  • @Slowww_F30
    @Slowww_F30 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +30

    Forgot to mention- boost pipe, charge pipe, turbo inlet due to stock BMW pipes being plastic upgrading to aluminum piping will help not crack any pipes and will hold boost pretty nice👌🏼 I got a 437whp N26 with a pure stage 2 turbo

    • @8020Media
      @8020Media  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      J - Nice! You've built a good one! Thanks for sharing your experience.

    • @nickysf30
      @nickysf30 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      what's your ig? I have questions

    • @WilmaCornett-ut4sy
      @WilmaCornett-ut4sy 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      How long have you had it, and how many miles /year?

    • @cleanname4439
      @cleanname4439 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      shit man 437 whp on a hybrid turbo. E85? Meth? I didn’t know that was possible

    • @cleanname4439
      @cleanname4439 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      post some vids PLEASE

  • @ManiacsGarage
    @ManiacsGarage 16 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Great job explaining all of this!! Really helped me with my wife's N20 big turbo upgrade!

    • @8020Media
      @8020Media  14 วันที่ผ่านมา

      M - Thanks for the feedback! Sounds like your wife has a nice N20 build!

  • @savedip__yt8159
    @savedip__yt8159 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Omg , thank you soo much for this video! I just bought a 328i n20 and have been trying to do all this research on the best options! And you literally answered a lot the questions!

    • @8020Media
      @8020Media  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Sace - Love to hear that! Thanks for the feedback!

  • @codenamedesertviper1825
    @codenamedesertviper1825 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    I love this, I would love more content on the N20! The F31 only came with the N20 or B48 here in the states, so I’d love to make better use of the car

    • @8020Media
      @8020Media  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Code - We do have a common problems video on the N20: th-cam.com/video/EdpZd1-7f-U/w-d-xo.html, but what other content are you looking for? We have a lot of knowledge about BMW engines.

  • @yunanxian7838
    @yunanxian7838 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great Video!!!!

    • @8020Media
      @8020Media  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yuna - Thanks for the feedback! Hope you found it helpful.

  • @quiksr20
    @quiksr20 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Great video, On my EWG 2013 N20 I have an Active Autowerke tune on my car for the last 5 years with zero issues. Another great tuner in the USA

    • @8020Media
      @8020Media  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Q - We agree! Thanks for sharing your experience!

    • @kevinho040
      @kevinho040 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      How you found out if it’s EWG or PWG? I’m also with a N20 2013.

    • @8020Media
      @8020Media  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      K - Look up the VIN. It should say there.

    • @quiksr20
      @quiksr20 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@kevinho040You can just look at it, PWG will have hoses not wires going to it and look more like an old school wastegate on a 90s car vs a harness wire plug to it

  • @j6k325
    @j6k325 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    please post another similar video about the n26, so helpful. Tysm

    • @8020Media
      @8020Media  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The N26 is very similar to the N20. We have a course together for both of these engines that has a ton of additional info for $19
      bmwtuning.co/courses/bmw-n20-n26-engine-mod-tuning-course/

    • @Dragon228833
      @Dragon228833 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Literally said in the video that everything that applies to the n20 applies to the n26

  • @khumokwezimashapa2245
    @khumokwezimashapa2245 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Aye man. I know you mostly specialize on BMWs, but what do you know about the M271 Supercharged engine found in the W204 C180 Kompressor

  • @CommentLikeDescribe
    @CommentLikeDescribe 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Another great video but It would be helpful, imo, to maybe address the n20 reliability issues (timing chain) before presenting power upgrade options. Vehicular DIY has a great one about this engine and how to avoid its most notorious issues.

    • @8020Media
      @8020Media  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Spian - Thank you for the feedback! We have a completely separate video covering common problems here: th-cam.com/video/EdpZd1-7f-U/w-d-xo.html

    • @StockTurboN20
      @StockTurboN20 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The N20 is very reliable

  • @MVF2024
    @MVF2024 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Thank-you for this video. I just picked up a sDrive 28i Z4 w M sport package. Has the N20. Was wondering what I could get out of this little engine. I'm sure 350 HP feels much different than stock!

    • @8020Media
      @8020Media  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      MVF - Thanks for sharing your feedback and experience!

  • @geoffreykidder5694
    @geoffreykidder5694 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Im building a forged internals N20B20 with ductile iron flanged sleeves... its FBO, might do an impeller upgrade on the turbo, keeping it on a basic piggyback for around 300hp/320tq for reliability and MPG

    • @8020Media
      @8020Media  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Geoffrey - Sounds like you're building a good one! Keep us updated.

  • @cruzfambillpayments6787
    @cruzfambillpayments6787 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I noticed that there are intakes for other BMW that is equipped with the N20 motor, but I am not seeing any for the X3 28i N20. The only thing I can find are drop in filters, a GFB DV, FMIC and Charge Pipes. Haven't looked into a downpipe but will do so when I purchase a supersprint exhaust.

    • @8020Media
      @8020Media  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      C - Keep us posted! Sounds like you're building a nice N20.

  • @bigbadwolf2075
    @bigbadwolf2075 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Just bought a 328 , looking to build daily/street without feeling I could’ve just bought an n55 lol thanks for this

    • @8020Media
      @8020Media  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      B - Hope it helps.

    • @chicagostreetcars
      @chicagostreetcars 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Ive had my n20 for 3 years i have a K&N drop in filter bimmer code trans tune and stage 1 just watch out for ofhg leak😭 had oil in coolant had to flush the system like 5 times

    • @8020Media
      @8020Media  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Chicago - Thanks for sharing your experience and helping wolf!

    • @8020Media
      @8020Media  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Chicago - Thanks for sharing your experience and helping wolf!

    • @chicagostreetcars
      @chicagostreetcars 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@8020Media ofc brother 🫱🏼‍🫲🏽 any tips on channel growth? Just getting started here brother

  • @livinglikelos8202
    @livinglikelos8202 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    To go stage 1 do you need a charge pipe upgrade for reliability?

    • @8020Media
      @8020Media  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Living - You don't NEED, but it would certainly help.

  • @Stockb46
    @Stockb46 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I wanted to know what about the b46 motor in the newer f chassis

    • @8020Media
      @8020Media  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      S - We will add the B46 to our list!

  • @ronilsonmonteiro9850
    @ronilsonmonteiro9850 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have a 2014 bmw 320i I have everything on it that you mention and I have 3inch straight pipe I don’t know how much horsepower it has and I use 93 for gas

    • @8020Media
      @8020Media  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Ron - Nice! You're probably around that 350hp if you have a good tune!

  • @Mr77Trojan
    @Mr77Trojan 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    So let me get this straight. You do not need an upgraded fuel pump for the N20 engine? That’s Amazing. I figured it would, considering the N54-N55 needed one but it makes sense that it doesn’t seeing as it’s a newer engine.

    • @8020Media
      @8020Media  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      77 - It depends on what level of hp you're going for. For the sake of the power in the video, no. Fueling modifications can help keep engine temperatures lower with high horsepower builds, but ultimately, the N20's internals weren't built to withstand much more than that.

    • @finnriley9625
      @finnriley9625 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@8020Mediahow much power would you say an n20 could reliably make with forged internals

    • @8020Media
      @8020Media  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Finn - It depends how much money you're looking to pour into it.

  • @jfox24
    @jfox24 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Have a 2015 228i with the n20/n26. I'm considering doing a stage 1 (BM3) tune. I'm a bit concerned on how this will impact reliability as this is my only car. I plan on doing an aluminum charge and boost pipe just in case, but have heard that you need to change spark plugs, ignition coils, and do oil changes more regularly. Have you noticed any issues with engine reliability after doing a tune?

    • @8020Media
      @8020Media  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      A conservative stage 1 tune shouldn't have any notable impacts on N20 reliability. That said, higher boost does put a little more stress on the turbocharger and some other ancillary components. If you're frequently going WOT and using the newfound power that could shorten turbo longevity a little bit.
      Otherwise, it's true that you'll also end up replacing spark plugs and ignition coils a little more often (again, especially if you're frequently using all the power and boost). You shouldn't need to change the oil more frequently unless you only change the oil every 10,000 miles. I'd recommend changing the sooner (every ~4,000 to 7,500 miles) regardless of whether the engine is stock or tuned.

  • @user-ux8hf2jy4g
    @user-ux8hf2jy4g 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Where can I buy all these parts I have a 2013 528i

    • @8020Media
      @8020Media  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      VRSF is a good option for a downpipe and FMIC. There are tons of intakes available. You can get the JB4 from Burger Motorsports if you want to go that tuning route, or there's bootmod3 which is just purchased online/through the app. Ultimately, all the parts are going to be easiest to buy online and there are tons of options for the N20.

  • @Nate6446xr
    @Nate6446xr 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can I do this to a 2016 320i

    • @josephdavis1508
      @josephdavis1508 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      yeah just look up your vin and figure out what engine you have

    • @8020Media
      @8020Media  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Joseph - Thanks for assisting Nate!

  • @evilbeaver267
    @evilbeaver267 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    2016 328i ty

    • @8020Media
      @8020Media  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      E - Thanks for the feedback. We hope this video helped!

  • @gio6487
    @gio6487 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Okay so wait, I can just put E30 fuel in my tank? I’m on stage 2 tune and I never heard of this E30 fueling

    • @8020Media
      @8020Media  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Gio - What vehicle do you have?

  • @timvanslooten3840
    @timvanslooten3840 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I believe the 328i’s N20 engine has stronger pistons than the 320i’s N20, but I could be wrong

    • @8020Media
      @8020Media  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The pistons are slightly different due to compression ratios but I don't know that there is a major strength difference with respect to power capacity

    • @StockTurboN20
      @StockTurboN20 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The 320 and 328 have the same internals just different compression they share their internals with the N55