E28 M5 - S38 Motor Parts - Rebuild

[Vin]

I've got an E28 M5 and what started as a blown head gasket is looking like a full rebuild.  My mechanic is finding it difficult to source parts.  Any recommendations for engine parts, and or someone to build the motor?  

All the best,
Vin

[slownrusty]

I assume this is for a S38?

Can you provide a list of the engine parts that have been difficult to source?

Unfortunately you have to be extremely resourceful, spending a considerable amount of time calling around and piecing together parts for any M88 or S38 powered cars.

[milarsky]

One large order from Schiedmann and mine was rebuilt. Quite easy. Stay away from part suppliers here in the US. Just my opinion.

best,

jeff

[Vin]

Yes, this is for a S38. I'll have to check with my mechanic and see what he's having a hard time getting. I know they had a hard time finding pistons, the only place they found would custom make them, and would take months.

Jeff, is this the Schmiedmann (https://www.schmiedmann.com/) you ordered from, the one in Denmark?

[milarsky]

Yes, that is in Denmark.

[Vin]

I'm going back and forth if I want to go all out on a full rebuild and modifications. Any recommendations, and or warnings on the engine builders out there? Below are the groups I found online, seems like there's pros and cons with everyone.
As much as I love more power, main goals are a reliable daily driver, and a few track days here and there.

Engine Builders:
- Metric Mechanic
- Korman
- VAC

All the best,
Vin

[Mario L.]

On the West Coast: Marc Norris Bavarian Workshop in LA

[milarsky]

I am not sure if Mark Hutto is taking new clients, but I would contact him on Broomfield CO. One of the best engine builders in the Southwest for sure. My s38 engine is an incredible beast after being through his shop.

[wilbryant540]

Hello do you have the name of Marks shop?

[Etip]

I would put Patrick at Midnight Motorsports in Seattle on the list of people I would completely trust to build an S38 motor.