I get a lot of negative comments and questions about the smg gearbox in my e46 m3, but mostly. All parts are oem bmw except bearing premium quality koyo. The clutch switch and brake switch must be installed and wired appropriately to retain the function of a true manual transmission e46 m3. So here is my story, hope it helps those having smg issues and are fed up. Bmw 2008 m3 manuals manuals and user guides for bmw 2008 m3. If you are converting using your box, the gearbox parts are items 1,2,3,4,5,6,16 on your link. Check out my thoughts on the jb racing lightweight flywheel. The smg system on the e46 m3 and e60 m5 are disappointing in my opinion and maybe bmw s since the new vehicles are using dct technology instead of the smg.
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I run a bmw specialty shop in my town and recently was brought in this 2006 m5 that had smg problems. The newer cic idrive system, aside from being incredibly faster, offers a much improved hd display capable of dvd playback, an updated idrive controller with shortcuts, an internal hard drive to store your favorite music from usb sticks or cds, and many. The e46 m3 smg sequential manual gearbox is basically the exact same thing as the manual transmission except with a hydraulically actuated shifting mechanism. 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.
Its the perfect combination of components to create the ultimate bmw. Its essentially a transmission capable of functioning as an automatic, or functioning as a manual transmission. Check out my main channel shoplifetv for the tutorial on how. Spring pin is made from hardened steel, and it have locking grooves for safe and easy install. 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. Used bmw 6 series with manual transmission for sale cargurus. We also have a special tune for the smg to manual conversion, developed by frank smith. Not the easiest job in the world, but converting a bmw m3 csl from smg to manual is quite a project. How to convert a bmw m3 csl from smg to manual bmwblog. Unlike bmw s e60 m5 and e92 m3, the e46s smg and manual options use the same gearbox, allowing for cheap conversion from one to the. I have a 2005 smg m3 with comp package and 22k on the odometer. In recent years dinan has further expanded its portfolio to include.
The innovation is that, when functioning as an automatic, the driver does not need to operate a clutch pedal, simply designate desired gear. I convert a 2006 competition package bmw m3 smg to manual transmission. The flappy paddle smg transmission option on the bmw m3 was the needy oopsbaby of the platform for a few arguably good reasons. Bmw m3 e46 manual conversion transmission kit getrag 420g 6. After some diagnostics the customer decided he did not want to spend the money to repair it. Launch control will be shown in a later video once the summer tires are back.
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Founded in 1979, dinan is well established as north americas premiere bmw tuner. I test drove a manual and smg e46 m3 years ago and just loved the smg by far. A bmw m3 csl with a manual conversion is as perfect as youd expect. Quick shift short throw shifter fit for bmw e30 e36 e39 e46 m3 m5 3 5 series. The pick up bmw e46 m3 manual swap completed youtube. The bmw m3 is a highperformance version of the bmw 3 series, developed by bmws. Rebuilt manual transmission e46 m3 our standard gearbox rebuilding includes complete disassembly, thorough cleaning, and close inspection of all parts. I was thinking that if any smg components went on my car, id do the 6 speed swap. This is not about what is better or who prefers what. For bmw e46 m3 manual or smg clutch kit cover disc bearing pilots acc pack luk fits. Parts for bmw m3 smg to 6spd conversion next, we install the new parts needed for the manual transmission.
E46 m3 smg to manual conversion lang racing development. Find amazing local prices on used bmw m3 manual cars for sale. The smg computer is removed and all smg components are unplugged. 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. Btw, do i need these parts to my tranny if i converse it to manual. Manual transmission conversion kit for bmw e60 e63 e64 m5 m6 fits. This m3xi touring is the best of everything bmw e46. If its not a manual bmw, then you will probably like the smg. The facelift also saw the introduction of a 6speed smg automated manual.
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