E46 325i sedan complete m3 conversion s54 swap lang racing. When swapping to an s54, it is preferred to use a 6 speed transmission. Complete manual transmissions for bmw 328i for sale ebay. A driveshaft from an e30 m3 or e36 328i manual can be used. Zf transmission detent repair kit e36 328im3, e46 328i330i, z3 2. In this video i go over what parts are needed if you are planning on doing a automatic to manual transmission. Jul 28, 20 we recently completed an s54 swap into an e46 325i sedan for a customer. The power is transmitted to the road by the rear wheel drive rwd with a 5 speed manual gearbox.
The official autotomanual transmission swap thread. Ive put the following post up in a couple of forums around the net, weve had a real headache trying to get my newly converted e36 328i to realise its a manual we dont want anyone else to have the same headaches we did. The ecu still thinks its an auto and i cant find anyone around that can reprogram it. Hi, weve done a auto zf to manual gertrag 260 conversion on my 96 328i coupe. E46 m3 smg to manual conversion part 2 sticky post by tfryan on april 1, 2016 over the past few weeks, a lot has happened since the e46 entered the shop doors. In order to do the conversion, what parts would i need to do that, can you list all the necessary parts for me, please. I put a 325i engine into a 325e chassis many years ago ran a euro fuel injection system. From what ive seen most of the swaps have been done with just the engine in mind. E46 manual transmission conversion wiring, pedals, installation. Bmw e46 auto to manual transmission swap bmw forum. In this video i install a single mass flywheel and clutch conversion kit, convert from automatic to manual pedal box. Bimmerworld front solid brass brake caliper guide bushing kit most ate calipers. Bmw e36 6 speed transmission conversion kit zionsville.
Over the past few weeks, a lot has happened since the e46 entered the shop doors. Not sure on the e36 models what needs to be done but if an e46 you will have to tell the computer it is manual and not auto any more unless you like looking at. Parts required for bmw e90 automatic to manual swap part. Ive put the following post up in a couple of forums around the net, weve had a real headache trying to get my newly converted e36 328i to realise its a manual we dont want anyone else to have the same. Following the introduction of the e90 3 series sedans in late 2004, the e46 began to be phased out. You can also look at various posts on e46fanatics for the details on this swap. Getrag s5d250g manual gearbox ex e34 5 serie m50 suit manual conversion bmw e28 e30 e34 e36 e39 e46 good condition.
The goal was to create a car that looked like a stock 3 series from the outside but had all the performance of an m3 and i believe we hit that goal. Bmw e46 manual swap project introduction what parts you need. So the first thing id be looking to do is modify your current zcs to make the car think it was born a manual. E46 325i sedan complete m3 conversion s54 swap lang. Get the best deals on complete manual transmissions for bmw 325i when you shop the largest online selection at ebay. Bimmerworld solid race shifter e30, e36, e46, e9x, e82. The us e36 m3 and 325328 differential uses a 180mm ring gear.
E46 m3 smg to manual conversion lang racing development. Cxracing t56 transmission mount swap kit for 19992006 bmw 3 series e46 with ls item code. Yeah and most manual conversion kits are sold out now, with raw parts being very scarce to get piece by piece. Can you turn an automatic bmw into a manual car cargurus. The epic motorsports software calibration for the spec e46 racing class makes a decent power increase typically about 10hp over stock, but this is not a guaranteed number, provides a proper calibration for the spec race exhaust for this class, ensures reliable and safe operation of your engine, and removes many of the pesky electronic nannies, emissions issues and checkengine lights that. Get the best deals on complete manual transmissions for bmw 325i when you shop the largest online selection at. So here i am, i am wondering what the cost of the swap would be if i had a shop do all the work. Ls1 performance header headers for bmw e46 ls lsx t56 swap. Anyhow some guy in nl bought the lot to convert his inlet manifold incl disa. A high revving straight six with beautifully tuned individual throttle bodies, boasts an impressive 333hp, with nimble handling, an aggressive stance and body design that still competes with todays exotic cars.
Bmw manual transmission service kit e36 e46 pentosin 27111226798kt. Auto to manual swap kit zf 23007532498 6 spd bmw oem e46 330i. I had everything bought to do the conversion to my brothers e46 328i, but i think he must have sold it or something. Bmw e46 19972006 330i sedan built nov 2003 m54 6 cyl manual km05852 after market rebuilt price for same part. Find amazing local prices on e36 328i for sale shop hasslefree with gumtree. For 19992000 bmw 328i flywheel conversion valeo 29541zn e46. Conversion photos and details this page is designed to give you an overview of the 5. If this happens to a car you own it often make sense to convert the car to a manual rather than fix the smg unit.
Youll have to dig through if you want part numbers. E36 328 manual conversion ecu thinks its an auto pelican. On and e46 you can use a modified vw lead with good results. The zf s531 transmission is a fivespeed manual transmission by zf friedrichshafen. For bmw 325ci 325i 328i 330i z3 9903 l6 clutch conversion kit valeo 52401220. E46 m3 smg to manual conversion part 2 tfworks blog. Bmw apparently felt the lower final drive gearing to be of a worthwhile benefit in the e46 m3, which shares the same transmission ratios and tire diameter tire diameter affects complete overall gearing. All parts are oem bmw except bearing premium quality koyospring pin is made custom the dimensions are the same as oem. We also have a special tune for the smg to manual conversion, developed by frank smith, that adjusts the idle to the correct level and can be coupled with a performance tune upon request. When using the 5 speed such as the zf s5d 320 or getrag 250 the standard 5 speed e36 linkages can be used.
Parts required for bmw e90 automatic to manual swap part numbers included september 28, 2010. Does the main module of automatic transmission bmw e46 works with manual transmission. Well one of our members has graciously provided us with an amazing diy on how to ditch that clunky and sad excuse for a transmission and get something a little more fun for your e36. In this kit, you get everything you need to replace your clutch all at once. This is going to be the official thread with any and all information. Bmw e36 getrag 5 speed transmission conversion kit. I was in a toss up about if i should even keep the car and do the swap or not. Save e36 manual swap to get email alerts and updates on your ebay feed. Hi, i have done the conversion, best thing you could ever do, in my opinion, my car is a totally different car, my advice to you, becareful who you give the work to, i had parts stolen when i did my conversion and the guys messed the propshaft up, i had to go back in and sort the mess ups, warren gizmo who used to be on this forum does. Auto to manual swap kit contains all necessary parts to convert an automatic to a manual vehicle. These kits contain all necessary parts off a car to change the vehicle from and automatic drive to a standard drive. T56 manual transmission mount for bmw e46 ls1lsx motor swap. Bmw e46 328i 323i ci 5 spd manual transmission wiring harness 19992000 oem fits. However the e46 coupe and convertible body styles remained in production until 2006.
You might be better off selling the automatic and buying the manual car you want. It is also designed to help you plan your swap and start collecting the required parts. This is for my 328ci so if you have a 323325330, these parts will have different. Plenty more is on the way, but we wanted to go ahead. The e46 m3 had a couple major issues, one of the lesser ones is the smg gearbox. I want to keep the car because it has been in my family its whole life. The kit is developed around bmws zf model gs637bz as used in the 330i, z4 and new 5 series. The clutch switch and brake switch must be installed and wired appropriately to retain the function of a true manual transmission e46 m3. The conversion is possible though, but very costly, and your wiring harness and computer will be all wrong. So here is my story, hope it helps those having smg issues and are fed up.
Im cant guaranty this is all the parts you need for a manual conversion but it should. Now you have the perfect headers to swap into your e46 bmw 3series 9906. Bmw m3 smg to six speed manual conversion eurompire. Bmw auto to manual swap kits these kits contain all necessary parts off a car to change the vehicle from and automatic drive to a standard drive. Hi everybody, i am looking to swap the trans in my 91 325i to manual. Hello i first want to say what a great find this site has been. We recently completed an s54 swap into an e46 325i sedan for a customer. I live on a hill with a one in three slope and the car is a manual so once we pushed the old girl off the drive we got rolling and a bump start later we were on our way. Bmw e36 6 speed transmission conversion kit bmw bmw e36 6 speed transmission conversion kit our 6 speed manual gearbox for 9299 bmw 6 cylinder e36 cars has been a success in the field for years.
The reason i asked was because i have now given up looking for a decent e36 328i sport. Download bmw e46 2001 manual pdf, manual, service manual. Used bmw 3 series with manual transmission for sale cargurus. Bmw 328i service repair manual bmw 328i pdf downloads. I am thinking about converting to a 5 speed manual tranny. Sort by top products name lester number item source history type country of manufacture brand manufacturer bullet 4 part number 2 part number 3 part number 4 part number 5 price. Bmw m3 e36 e46 smg to manual conversion transmission kit.
The new unofficial auto 5 speed swap lots of pictures. How to own a bmw e46 m3 with a proper manual for next to. Unlike bmws e60 m5 and e92 m3, the e46 s smg and manual options use the same gearbox, allowing for cheap conversion from one to the other a process made simple less daunting by following. If you are spending the time and effort to pull your engine out of your car, you might as well make sure that you are replacing and fixing every piece that might need attention, while you have access to it. Bmw e36 getrag 5 speed transmission conversion kit bmw bmw e36 getrag 5 speed transmission conversion kit this kit contains all necessary parts to convert an e36 3 series automatic to a manual differential not included. The e46 m3 is powered by the s54 straightsix engine with either a 6speed manual or a 6speed smgii automated manual transmission. Once youve read that out, post it here and ill modify it to suit the manual conversion. The reason i asked was because i have now given up looking for. Get bmw e36 328i auto to manual conversion pdf file for free from our online library. I have some manual conversion parts available from e36 328i. Search used bmw 3 series with manual transmission for sale nationwide.
E46 auto to manual swap kit getrag 5 spd bmw oem e46 325i m54. The hydraulic pump often fails resulting in a costly repair. D bmw 23001434485 s5d 320z auto to manual swap kit e36 328i 19961998. The e46 m3 was originally equipped with a getrag 420 and fits easily into the e30.
Fit 19982006 bmw e46 323i 325i 325ci 323ci 328i 26111229565 rear drive shaft. Bmw e46 19972006 330i sedan built nov 2003 m54 6 cyl manual km05852. A the earlier model bmws are relatively straight forward to convert from an automatic transmission to. I have worked on bmws all my adult life e21, e30, e36. Also have other items for conversion addititional cost the hills district castle hill. The main problem with fitting a v8 in any 3series bmw e30, e36, e46 is that the car was designed around a long, slim engine. You can set the denomination in your cart during checkout. Ok, you are ready to begin your e46 manual conversion. Jun 21, 2010 diy auto to manual ecu reflash success. Clutch disc spline grease, clutch discs, clutch tools, clutch and flywheel conversion kits, flywheels and parts. Convert your e36 rear differential to a 210mm ring and pinion differential from the 7 series.
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