Bmw e46 m3 smg to manual conversion kit

Home forums m3 and m4 talk e46 m3 20012006 smg to manual conversion complete with pics discussion in e46 m3 20012006 started by mitesh33, apr 10, 2016. This 2003 bmw m3 csl is a cherished example of one of the marques most coveted modern classics, and will be familiar to many for having been professionally converted to a threepedal, manual gear shift mechanism. Hey guys, this is part two of the e46 m3 transmission conversion to 6 speed manual. E46 bellhousing machine and prep service for smg to. E46 m3 smg to manual conversion lang racing development. Bmw m3 smg to six speed manual conversion eurompire. For that to happen, bmw put two slide pins with snap rings over them in the joint where the smg junk meets the transmission.

Andrew lang from lang racing development goes into the details of our smg to manual conversion for the bmw e46 m3. With the relocation kit you can relocate the smg hydraulic unit away from the engine to the passenger sides drug bin. Chouse seller who is making bellhousing swaps and installs, and can help out if you have some questions all parts are oem bmw except bearing premium. Very cool kit keep a great car with a crappy trans on the road. The e46 m3 had a couple major issues, one of the lesser ones is the smg gearbox. Oct 01, 2019 starting in 1997 on the e36 m3 sold overseas, bmw offered what they called an smg sequential manual gearbox transmission, which literally means it shifted automatically and faster than a normal manual transmission, but didnt have a torque converter or the commiserate rubberband driving feeling common to period automatics. Smg to manual conversion complete with pics the m3cutters. The e46 m3 came in two different transmission variations. All parts are oem bmw except bearing premium quality koyo. Compatible with bmw the following series piston bearings 2 piece. Bmw m3 the bmw m3 is the highperformance version of the bmw 3 series of compact executive cars.

We are happy to offer professionally machined bellhousings. Unlike bmw s 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. Vince provided me his e46 steptronic paddleshifter retrofit kit and i managed to locate an e46 smg steering wheel from cutter motors in california. I hope the information in this video is very informative for. Manual e46 m3s tend to be more desirable and cost quite a bit more than. Bmw e46 m3 6 speed manual conversion swap parts kit pedals. Bmw m3 e36 e46 smg to manual conversion transmission kit. M3 smg to manual conversion pick up and thoughts youtube. 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.

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. The ecs performance clutch pedal kit 35311163870kt2 along with. If you would like a short shift kit, we are currently in the process of designing our own but can offer installation any aftermarket one at time of conversion. Bmw offered what they called an smg sequential manual. Bmw e46 m3 smg to 6spd manual conversion bmws e46 m3 is arguably the best m car to date. This is not about what is better or who prefers what.

How to convert a bmw m3 csl from smg to manual bmwblog. If you would like it to be more easily reversible we can safely leave the smg harness in the car and use our own piggyback loom for the wiring needed, otherwise we can use a new manual. Includes all parts including new gear knob and gaiter, bmw shift kit, exchange bellhousing and new clutch. 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. E46 m3 smg to manual conversion part 2 tfworks blog. 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. 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. Bmw s54 engine electric water pump conversion plate e46 m3.

But all of you are missing out on fantastic vehicles because people with no experience with the system love to perpetuate the myth that the transmission murders puppies and gave your grandmother glaucoma. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. Auto to manual swap kit zf 23007532498 6 spd bmw oem e46 330i. 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 e46 m3 smg to 6spd manual conversion bmw s e46 m3 is arguably the best m car to date. 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. Apr 26, 2014 because of the costs of fixing the issue, and due to readily supply of manual m3 parts we had in house from previous projects, we opted to go a different route and convert this specimen to the much sought after 6 speed manual gear box.

How to own a bmw e46 m3 with a proper manual for next to nothing. Download free m3 e46 manual bmw m3 service and repair manuals every manual available online found by our community and shared for free. Easier than option 1, cheaper than option 2, and the lightest option of the three, if youre aiming to race the car. All packages come complete with every component required for vehicle conversion including engine, ancilleries, gearbox, pedal box, prop, differential, output shafts, loom, ecu lockset etc. Very rarely can you find an iconic, and sought after performance legend like the bmw e46 m3 for cheap. They do it using the m3 5 speed non evo gbox, and supply all the bits from 2nd hand spares you need. The hydraulic pump often fails resulting in a costly repair. Bmw e46 19972006 330i sedan built nov 2003 m54 6 cyl manual km05852 after market rebuilt price for same part. In fact, its often cheaper to pay a shop like lang racing to convert an smgii m3 to shift manually than it is to fix the. Bmw m3 saloon bmw cars, e46 m3 gearbox, service kits for bmw 6 series, e36 m3 gearbox, bmw m3 convertible cars, bmw e46 m3 wing mirrors, camper conversion kit, bmw car service kits for bmw 6 series, e46 m3 trim, manual bmw m3 model cars. Looking at picking up a smg m3 but in no way plan on keeping as such. 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. View and download bmw 19992005 m3 service manual online.

E46 m3 smg to manual conversion the e46 m3 had a couple major issues, one of the lesser ones is the smg gearbox. 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. One point of contention was that it was only ever available with the. 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. Bmw m3 e36 e46 smg to manual conversion transmission kit getrag 420g 6 speed ebay. Check out my main channel shoplifetv for the tutorial on how to do it. Take our your smg transmission, sell it, buy a 5 speed transmission from another model e36 m3, e46 330ci, among others, then stuff it back in the car. We all know newer bmw transmissions are highly electronically controlled, and the thought of intervening with my cars transmission and electrical system was initially very intimidating. If youre interested in converting your smg to a manual 6 speed, reach out and we can get you an up to date quote. Fortunately, bmws smg transmission is based off of a normal manual, so we were able to use the same gear.

E46 m3 smg conversion to 6 speed manual part 2 youtube. I hope this can help debunk some of the scariness of doing the e46 m3 smg manual conversion for anyone. Text with all questions 75733712six8 you will not get a response if you fail to follow directions. I moved to the csl after having a manual e46 m3 and my main concern with buying the csl was the smg, but soon forgot all about that even my wife liked the smg and got on well with it deniz. I know some of you may think why ive done this or which is better. Manual e46 m3s tend to be more desirable and cost quite a bit more. Hydraulic lines for relocation kit bmw e46 m3 smg ii time to solve your smg problems once and for all. Bmw m3 e46 manual conversion transmission kit getrag 420g 6.

How to own a bmw e46 m3 with a proper manual for next to. In this video he discusses the conversion process, timeline, and costs. Ive just completed my smg to manual conversion on my e46 m3 coupe. Vs motorsports converts a e46 m3 smg transmission to manual as a solution rather than buying a new hydraulic pump published on 10062011 07. Its down to personal preference, ive own my smg e46 m3 for 5 years and during that time i loved the smg i was driving around 200. Contact to check on coreshipping and ensure availability before purchasing. Vs motorsports converts a e46 m3 smg transmission to manual. Get a tuner to convert your dme from smg to manual, i used epic. I convert a 2006 competition package bmw m3 smg to manual transmission. You only get one shot at this, if its screwed up your transmission will never shift right.

And if you do, its most likely too good to be true. E46 bellhousing machine and prep service for smg to manual. Jan 09, 2020 the e46 generation bmw m3 csl is considered by some to be the best m3 ever made. I convert a 2006 competition package bmw m3 smg to manual. Offering bellhousing profesional machining, check at the end of discription link.