Bmw e36 325 converting an automatic transmission to a standard shift e30 manual swap is complete. To those of you who are converting to a manual trans, i am looking for a good automatic transmission for my e36 m3, 1998. Bmw e46 m3 smg to 6spd manual conversion bmws e46 m3 is arguably the best m car to date. Our pilot bearing carrier allows for the use of 5 speed flywheels with our e36 6 speed conversion.
Make sure the shift cable is disconnected from the trans before removing the shifter, otherwise the cable will not feed through. Swap in a bulletproof zf 5speed, available separately from a variety of donor cars including e36 m3 328, e46 328330, etc. Op would save more money buying a manual transmission from the beginning. Bmw e30 e36 m3 325e 325i 318i transmission and engine swap. Bmw e30 m52s52 m50s50 swap engine wiring harness e36 m3. The owner mentioned that the car had a the manual window conversion done to it. Looking to swap an ls based engine in your e36 but dont have the time to take on the project. Yes, knowing when to shift is really the big clincher here. This 7075 aluminum conversion plate will adapt the factory bmw e30 e36 e46 m3 front 3bolt flange auto and manual to a 10 4bolt ujoint flange.
Dont waste your valuable time and dont let your car be someones learning curve. Since i fully intend to stick a 6 speed manual in there anyway, whats the difference if i start with a 5 speed or a slushbox. One point of contention was that it was only ever available with the. Ive read a bit about shorting pins on the plugs that came off the auto trans or on the tcu, is this true. Brake pedal removal, install clutch hardline, manual pedal set. Mar 23, 2010 good day, i have recently bought my first car, a 1995 e36 325i, at the moment its got a auto transmission in which is giving some problems, it doesnt want to reverse, when i put it in reverse nothing happens its as if the car is in nuatral. Note that the e36 m3 automatic driveshaft can be used,but is not exactly the right length. Feb 16, 2021 full kit with drawing for smg bellhousing machining and install manual. You are taking all the necessary safety precautions. Bmw e36 s50 s52 m3 automatic transmission zf 5hp18 103k miles. Bmw e30 e36 e34 e39 e46 318i 325i 328i 330i m3 525i 528i 530i m20 m42 m50 m52 m54 s50 s52 s54 for a complete rebuild, we perform the following services. I do perform rebuilt engine, cylinder head, manual transmission swap, and engine swap service work for the following year and model bmw engines. Hopefully in the right spot to get some info, i was reading a for sale ad for an e36 m3 track car.
Manual transmission 5 speed conversion swap kit zf s5d 320z. Always check the rear subframe for cracks, before purchasing. May 25, 2016 the e30 started shooting up ages ago, and something like a 2006 m3 with the competition package and a manual transmission is already collector grade material. Unlike bmws e60 m5 and e92 m3, the e46s 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. This 2004 bmw is the one that you want with the 6speed manual transmission mated to the 3. Weve done a auto zf to manual gertrag 260 conversion on my 96 328i coupe. Our lsx e36 packages offer the simplest solution for those who want to build their dream ride. E46 manual swap wiring fill and sign printable template.
Bmw e36 zf 5 speed transmission install kit zionsville. If i were you, get a later model e36 cluster, preferably from a 328i or m3 sedan. Everything from changing the oil on the m3 to swapping an s54 into your 325i. 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. Jul 12, 2009 i originally wanted an e36 m3 when i was 17. What is needed for a bmw m3 e36 auto to manual conversion. All what you need for automatic to manual gearbox conversion. You have programmed a bmw ecudme before using dis or similar.
I didnt own a e36 m3, but i drove one for a couple days while my buddy was out of town and that manual trans is truly something special, no joke. This 1999 bmw m3 coupe is finished in titanium silver metallic over black leather and is powered by a 3. Bmw m3 e36 e46 smg to manual conversion transmission kit. Bmw m3 e36 e46 smg to manual conversion transmission kit getrag 420g 6 speed. 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. After four months of design and testing, we completed our installation package using bmws 6 speed and a combination of factory and. And that is where i found where the transmission module is located in my e36 m3 021998. The 6th gear in the evolution m3 was simply an overdrive, the first five gears were the same ratios.
Starting in 1996, bmw fitted a 6speed gearbox to the e36 m3 evolution, the standard version of the m3 sold in all markets except the usa. Ive got an smg e36 and when it needed a pump i looked into getting shropshire bmw parts to help convert it to a manual. A performance, manual short shifter that gives you the quick and easy shifts you are looking for, without breaking the bank. Heres why an automatic transmission may be the right choice. In other words, you supply the transmission, we supply the rest. I do not condone the use of automatics in the absence of manual swaps. It could be said that the between the autobahn and autostrada. If anyone has a parts list that is needed for the conversion and if someone who works in a shop knows how many hours it would take.
They have an eyelet for the return spring and hold it in place better. Gateway classic cars of philadelphia is presenting a 2004 bmw m3 for sale. E46 m3 smg to manual conversion lang racing development. The us e36 m3 and 325328 differential uses a 180mm ring gear.
Part 1 consists of removing the automatic transmission and gear selector assembly. Revshift flex disc for bmw e30 e36 e46 m3 24v swap. It is commonly found on e30 vehicleswith an automatic or manual transmission. Jun 21, 2010 reprogram bmw after doing automatic to manual conversion. The chart below shows e36 e46 e90 e91 e92 e93 e85 e86 e83 e82 e88 transmission gear ratios.
E36 m3 auto to manual swap part youtube take a lot of pictures and you will have yourself the first ever online diy writeup for a manual to auto swap in an e36. Bmw e36 to e30 x brace full conversion kit only for e30s. Download free e36 manual transmission swap swap pt. There are several automatic m3s that have very little wear. Once you consider that most people who are buying 25 year old bmws arent buying it for a reliable commuter car but as a cheap, fun car youll see that the manual versions actually demand a higher price than their automatic counterparts.
The official auto toman ual transmission swap thread. This should comprise all the major important parts that are required to swap a bmw 3series e46 from an automatic to a manual car. Description convert your e36 rear differential to a 210mm ring and pinion differential from the 7 series. Bmw e30 m52s52 m50s50 swap engine wiring harness e36 m3 328. A few e46s had soft bottomend bearings, although most have likely. The euro m3 used a 210mm ring gear which has been proven to be stronger than the standard us m3 differential. Were talking everything from suspension and brakes, to heavy duty engine mods, and exterior and interior mods. Based on my e36 experience written by ross w, and sam m. This kit contains all necessary parts to convert an e36 3 series automatic to a manual differential not included. Weve done a zf to manual g260 conversion on my 96 328i coupe. After four months of design and testing, we completed our installation package using bmws 6 speed and a combination of factory and fabricated parts. Pmc motorsport adapter kit adaptor kit set adaption system swap kit conversion set manual conversion for honda k k20 k24 engine series with bmw m50 m52 m54 s50 s52 zf 310 320 e36 m3 getrag 420 gearbox 240mm custom flywheel. Bmw e36 zf 5 speed transmission install kit zionsville autosport. Just sold my 350z, looking for another e36 m3 2006 kaw.
There is a risk youll end up hating yourself for trying. Bleed your clutch before you put the crossmember on. Save this book to read bmw e36 328i auto to man ual conversion pdf ebook at our online library. This is the same adapter plate as can be found on our line of proseries driveshafts for these vehicles. Get free e36 m3 auto to manual swap e36 m3 auto to manual finally manual swapping the 1997 bmw m3. Ive removed the trans computer and its made no difference to the car. The american market cars were always unique to the us, decontented and mechanically different in order to keep a lower price. Bmw e36 six speed conversion manual zionsville autosport. This package contains all the necessary pieces to convert your car from an automatic to manual.
Once you consider that most people who are buying 25 year old bmws arent buying it for a reliable commuter car but as a cheap, fun car youll see that the manual versions actually demand a higher price than their automatic. You might as well shift and get back into max torque range and keep on flooring it. Bmw m3 smg to manual eurompirebmw repair in charlotte. I know this is e36 related but im sure some of you have work on e36 before.
These kits contain all necessary parts off a car to change the vehicle from and automatic drive to a standard drive. Harness can be left in e36 box, or removedwrapped with high heat bmw tesa tape to fit in e30 harness covers. Its a 95 in amazing condition i would just rather it as a manual. Pmc motorsport adapter kit honda k k20 k24 bmw m50 m52. E46 auto to manual swap wiring houston s bmw e36 e39 manual transmission conversion info on how to do all. E36 m3 rides a pretty nice torque curve till around 62006500. Bmw e30e36 transmission removal auto parts and accessories. How much would a good indy charge, and how much for the. E46 m3 5 speed conversion the factory getrag 420 in the e46 m3 has undersized synchros and is about 2530 pounds overweight. Went to a local bmw dealership with my aunt when she was dropping her car off for an oil change and saw a mint alpine white e36 m3 on the lot. The values of e36 are so low already that any loss from a swap is negligible. Our nationwide network of acura rl manual swap is dedicated to providing automatic to manual. So much for following bmws life time auto transmission service recommendation.
Do you already have a source for a zf manual transmission that youve been wanting to install in place of your automatic. Workload and prep is key for a sucessful manual swap. Bmw e30 manual transmission pedal assembly box conversion. Bmw e30 325ix 5 speed manual swap conversion how to auto to manual swap a.
E36 325i automatic t o manual transmission swap this section holds all diys directly related to the e36 chassis. Nov 11, 2020 an automatic to manual conversion is a common, if pricey, solution. Reprogram bmw after doing automatic to manual conversion. Digital download our six speed manual gearbox conversion package for 9299 six cylinder e36 cars is developed around bmws latest transmission. Automatic to 5speed swap sick of that slush box in your e36. This e36 ive been looking at is awesome but its an automatic and id like to see what it takes to change transmissions. Bmw e36 getrag 5 speed transmission conversion kit. Fitting the e46 m3 6speed gearbox to a usmodel e36 m3. Zf transmission detent repair kit e36 328i m3, e46 328i330i, z3 2.
Equipment includes aftermarket glass headlights, a catback exhaust system, a power sunroof, poweradjustable and heated vader seats, dualzone automatic climate control, and a. They do it using the m3 5 speed non evo gbox, and supply all the bits from. I just want to swap m52 from manual to automatic transmission but i have a problem the old automaticm20 transmission can fit m52 and work on e28 but i didnt find any old automatic transmission, so can i fit m52 electric automatic transmission e39 or e36 can work on e28 and i did swapped e34 instrument cluster on e28 and worked. Sep, 2019 it was never available in the us but, for the rest of the world, the e46 bmw m3 csl is said by to be the best mcar ever made. But in your case, it is truly getting harder and harder to find a decent e36, converting the auto to manual may be a good idea i have no idea how difficult it is. It was never available in the us but, for the rest of the world, the e46 bmw m3 csl is said by to be the best mcar ever made. Jan 22, 2010 what is needed for a bmw m3 e36 auto to manual convers ion. Title type bmw e46 automatic to manual conversion pdf loft conversion. Get bmw e36 328i auto to man ual conversion pdf file for free from our online library.
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