I was thinking that if any smg components went on my car, id do the 6 speed swap. The 2008 bmw m3 has 2 nhtsa complaints for the power train. If you are converting using your box, the gearbox parts are items 1,2,3,4,5,6,16 on your link. We have 3 bmw 2008 m3 manuals available for free pdf download. I convert a 2006 competition package bmw m3 smg to manual transmission. Bmw m3 e36 e46 smg to manual conversion transmission kit getrag 420g 6 speed fits. Huge thanks to streetxtreme for providing this m3 for todays video. 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. Jan 24, 2011 the e46 m3 is actually one of the most reliable cars bmw has built in the last 10 years. New listing bmw m3 e36 e46 smg to manual conversion transmission kit getrag 420g 6 speed fits. Detailed features and specs for the used 2008 bmw m3 including fuel economy, transmission, warranty, engine type, cylinders, drivetrain and more. Kit includes components that will be needed to successfully convert from an smg equipped car to a manual transmission using a e9x m3 gs653bz transmission. Contact to check on coreshipping and ensure availability before purchasing. Bmw m3 e36 e46 smg to manual conversion transmission kit getrag.
The hydraulic pump often fails resulting in a costly repair. Take out your smg transmission, sell it, pick up a factory 6 speed manual, then stuff it back in the car. Not the easiest job in the world, but converting a bmw m3 csl from smg to manual is quite a project. Manual e46 m3s tend to be more desirable and cost quite a bit more than manual m3s so often times owners can buy an e46 m3 smg and have it converted to manual for about the same price as buying a true manual. Text with all questions 75733712six8 you will not get a response if you fail to follow directions. Now, presumably because so many people are doing this swap, the manuals are several hundred more than used smgs.
This tenyearold bmw proves why you should always pick the manual an e60 bmw m5 is still a 200 mph v10 super sedan, and in america, they sold them with a. Bmw e46 3 series coupe m3 smg ii technical specs, dimensions. You can view their inventory, including the listing to this m3, at. The driveshaft shop bmw 20002004 e46 m3 6speed manual 1. The bmw smg transmission has both automatic and manual shift modes. We have to cut out the plate that blocks the shift lever hole and weld in the bracket that holds the rear shift lever bushing. As with smg, m dct has a staggering 11 settingsfive in automatic d mode and six in manual s modethat determine how aggressive the. Tutorial on using the bmw dct transmission in a 2010 e92 m3. All parts are oem bmw except bearing premium quality koyospring pin is made custom the dimensions are the same as oem.
Complete manual transmissions for bmw m3 for sale ebay. The e46 m3 came in two different transmission variations. Btw, do i need these parts to my tranny if i converse it to manual. View and download bmw m3 2008 owners manual online. Todays video is all about the e909293 bmw m3, and the transmissions that are offered. This is not about what is better or who prefers what. How to own a bmw e46 m3 with a proper manual for next to. Vs motorsports converts a e46 m3 smg transmission to manual. Ive just completed my smg to manual conversion on my e46 m3 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. We are happy to offer professionally machined bellhousings. For e92 m3, i would say dct for speed, manual for fun.
I know some of you may think why ive done this or which is better. Spring pin is made from hardened steel, and it have locking grooves for safe and easy install. This is our 1piece chromoly conversion for the bmw e46 6speed manual transmission only, will not fit smg. May 20, 2015 for all you e46 m3 drivers who still have smg transmissions and are contemplating converting or swapping to a normal 6mt, i just completed the conversion on my 05 comp package m3. Ive recently sold my e46 m3 smg, once you understand the concept of smg its a superb system, very smooth and a pleasure to drive. Check out my main channel shoplifetv for the tutorial on how to do it. Aug 11, 2016 this tenyearold bmw proves why you should always pick the manual an e60 bmw m5 is still a 200 mph v10 super sedan, and in america, they sold them with a manual. Lang racing development bmw and porsche specialists 1,863 views.
Finished in alpine white over a black interior, the car is powered by a 4. Shop 2008 bmw m5 vehicles for sale in portland, or at cars. Bmw m3 smg to six speed manual conversion eurompire. The first generation smg or sequential manual gearbox transmissions have not held up well over the long run and are starting to.
Smg to manual conversion on the e46 m3 lang racing development duration. Bmw 2008 m3 manuals manuals and user guides for bmw 2008 m3. Car tips, howto september th, 2019 by david chapman 5. Its essentially a transmission capable of functioning as an automatic, or functioning as a manual transmission. E46 m3 smg to manual conversion part 2 tfworks blog. Apr 27, 2018 i convert a 2006 competition package bmw m3 smg to manual transmission. Smg first appeared in europe in 1996 and has recently accounted for half of all m3. Smg shifting problem will not go away bmw cca forum.
Very nice tutorial i love like the dct over smg for sure although smg iii in the v10s were pretty. Bmw m3 e36 e46 smg to manual conversion transmission kit. Convert smg to 6 speed hey so i just got an e46 m3 smg. How to own a bmw e46 m3 with a proper manual for next to nothing. Home forums model discussions m series m3 e46 m3 20012006 smg shifting problem will not go away discussion in e46 m3 20012006 started by keca10, mar 17, 2009. Ive driven numerous manuals, but this was my first. Electrohydraulic manual transmission, also known as clutchless manual, or automated manual. I dont believe it is possible to perform the manual conversion to your existing box like you can the smg ii in the m3. E46 m3 smg to manual conversion lang racing development. Black sapphire metallic exterior with indianapolis red interior. Smg to manual conversion complete with pics the m3cutters. The e46 m3 smg sequential manual gearbox is basically the exact same thing as the manual transmission except with a hydraulically actuated shifting mechanism. How to convert a bmw m3 csl from smg to manual bmw blog. All parts are oem bmw except bearing premium quality koyo.
Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 23 2008 m5 models in portland. The flappy paddle smg transmission option on the bmw m3 was the needy oopsbaby of the platform for a few arguably good reasons. There was a time when smg transmissions used to be worth more than a bare 6 speed manual. The smg in the 325i is significantly different to the smg found in the m3, its was designed and built by zfmagneti marelli and is a bucket of crap compared to the bmw designed and built smg in the m series. Home interesting howto how to convert a bmw m3 csl from smg to manual. Parts for bmw m3 smg to 6spd conversion next, we install the new parts needed for the manual transmission. Bmw m3 e36 e46 smg to manual conversion transmission. Check out my main channel shoplifetv for the tutorial on how. The latest addition to the tf fleet is a 2004 bmw m3, stock car with a csl type bumper, sub100k miles and the smg transmission. The e46 m3 had a couple major issues, one of the lesser ones is the smg gearbox.