E9X, E82 Full LS Swap Kit - Sanden Ac Accessory Drive

Unlock the potential of your BMW E9X or E8X with this all-in-one LS swap kit, designed to simplify the installation of an LS engine, transmission, and accessory system. Compatible with a range of transmissions, accessory drive setups, and both RWD and modified X-Drive configurations, this kit is versatile enough for street or high-performance applications.

Be sure to checkout our LSE9x part swap guide

Key Features:

Motor Mounts:

• Custom mounts designed to fit all E9X and E8X chassis, including E90, E91, E92, E93, E80, E81, and early model X1 (E84).
• Compatible with stock and aftermarket lower motor mounts, adaptable for RWD and X-Drive setups using a 2WD front subframe for conversion.
• Note: X-Drive subframe compatibility isn’t available due to the location of the steering rack, which interferes with the Sanden AC compressor placement.

Transmission Options:

• Supports various transmissions, including DCT, T56/TR6060, 4L80E, 4L60E, and TH400.
• Compatible with the stock BMW manual transmission using the DCT crossmember.
• For 4L80E installations, minor trimming is required around the pan and transmission connector for fitment.

Accessory Drive:

• Power Steering Compatibility: Reuses BMW’s power steering pump and lines with minor modifications, fitting N52 and modified N54 reservoir setups for alternator clearance.
• Alternator Mounting: High-position top-mount bracket compatible with LS-style alternators (excluding Corvette models) to optimize space.
• AC Compressor Placement: Low-mounted Sanden 508 AC compressor on the driver’s side, keeping the passenger side open for turbo setups or additional accessories.

Accessory Drive Spacing & Pulley Requirements:

• Designed to support Truck, F-Body, and Corvette LS accessory spacings for custom alignment options.
• Compatible with either a 6-rib N52 power steering pump pulley or a 7-rib N54 pulley, with the extra groove oriented to the front. Note: This kit is not compatible with the N55 pulley configuration.

Construction & Components:

• Brackets are laser-cut from 1/4" steel and finished in wrinkle black powder coating for durability and corrosion resistance.
• Kit includes all necessary hardware and idler pulleys for a straightforward installation (compressor and alternator not included).
• Compatible Compressor: Requires Sanden 508 5H14 style 6-rib compressor (reference image provided).

This kit is engineered to make LS swapping into your E9X or E8X as smooth as possible, supporting both RWD and modified X-Drive setups for a clean, factory-like fitment. It’s the ideal solution for a high-quality, LS-powered build, whether for daily driving or performance.

All parts come standard in wrinkle black finish.

WILL NOT FIT BMW Z4.

PLEASE NOTE: If m3 chassis must be standard rotation power steering pump

All parts built to order. Current lead time is about 2 weeks.