2005 m3 smg or manual conversion

E46 m3 smg conversion to 6 speed manual part 2 youtube. I have an smg e46 m3 and love it, i wouldnt have bothered with the m3 had it only come as a manual. Hopefully ive dispelled a few myths about the contraversial smg m3. 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.

We can help you locate the 2005 bmw m3 transmission assembly options. The e46 m3 came in two different transmission variations. This 2005 bmw m3 is a competition package zcp coupe which shows just under 47k miles and is finished in silver gray metallic over an imola red interior. They do it using the m3 5 speed non evo gbox, and supply all the bits from. An faq for the commonly misunderstood bmw smg ii transmission. So in order to make this conversion, we would need the complete mt from an m5 or m6. Im not sure if you can reprogram the dme from smg to manual or the costs involved with that. Smg first appeared in europe in 1996 and has recently accounted for half of all m3. The innovation is that, when functioning as an automatic, the driver does not need to operate a clutch pedal, simply designate desired gear. Looking at picking up a smg m3 but in no way plan on keeping as such. 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. Vs motorsports converts a e46 m3 smg transmission to manual as a solution rather than buying a new hydraulic pump published on 10062011 07. Manual transmission 6 speed sequential manual gearbox from one of our affiliated salvage yards across the country.

A 6 speed manual m3 will run for ages, perhaps look at doing a transmission swap if youre going to invest 5gs into an smg fix. Im not sure of the ecu differences between the two models though. Now i did not do this conversion because i was worried if my pump breaks or the smg packs up as mine was working flawlessly prior to the conversion. In this video he discusses the conversion process, timeline, and costs. The 6speed manual gearbox manufactured by getrag, operated in automated a mode and performed similar to an automatic transmission or in sequential s mode, which allows the operator to shift manually through the gears. Vs motorsports converts a e46 m3 smg transmission to manual. Smg to 6 spd manual conversion without removing the. Bmw e46 m3 smg to 6spd manual conversion bmws e46 m3 is arguably the best m car to date. Now, presumably because so many people are doing this swap, the manuals are several hundred more than used smgs. 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. Mar 17, 2009 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.

E46 bellhousing machine and prep service for smg to manual. Smg to manual conversion complete with pics the m3cutters. Take out your smg transmission, sell it, pick up a factory 6 speed manual, then stuff it back in the car. Discussion in e46 m3 20012006 started by tyler, jan 2, 2018. Manual transmission parts for 2005 bmw m3 for sale ebay. 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. Manual transmission parts for bmw m3 for sale ebay. The e46 m3 conversion is very easy and straight forward, because the smg ii is basically a manual tranny with a hydraulically actuated clutch.

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. Complete manual transmissions for bmw m3 for sale ebay. Bmw m3 e36 e46 smg to manual conversion transmission kit. 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. Contact to check on coreshipping and ensure availability before purchasing. This 1997 bmw m3 sedan is finished in estoril blue metallic over gray leather and has been registered in california since new. How to convert a bmw m3 csl from smg to manual bmwblog. Its essentially a transmission capable of functioning as an automatic, or functioning as a manual transmission.

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. The hydraulic pump often fails resulting in a costly repair. Smg to manual conversion on the e46 m3 lang racing development 04. Bmw m3 e46 manual conversion transmission kit getrag 420g 6 smg bellhousing. The smg iii, on the other hand is a completely different transmission.

Text with all questions 75733712six8 you will not get a response if you fail to follow directions. Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for bmw m3 when you shop the largest. Bmw manual transmission conversion kit 21212283648kt m5, m6 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, does not include a transmission. Bmw genuine e46 m3 sequential manual gearbox smg gear position sensor new. Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for 2005 bmw m3 when you shop the largest online selection at. 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. Eurompire will convert m3 smg transmission to six speed manual today. How to own a bmw e46 m3 with a proper manual for next to nothing.

The e46 m3 had a couple major issues, one of the lesser ones is the smg gearbox. 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. Bmw e46 325i touring full manual transmission conversion swap. Not the easiest job in the world, but converting a bmw m3 csl from smg to manual is quite a project.

Nothing about this transmission is inherently different, inside the case, everything is. I drive both a manual car and an smg car and i find the smg car to be fun in very different way. 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. Always thought i wanted the manual because i thought id read that the smg was a bit jerky clunky in normal automatic mode. Check out my main channel shoplifetv for the tutorial on how. How to own a bmw e46 m3 with a proper manual for next to. Its the same manual gearbox that, instead of having the clutch foot operated, has the clutch electrohydaulically. There was a time when smg transmissions used to be worth more than a bare 6 speed manual. Bmw m3 smg to six speed manual conversion eurompire. Discussion in e46 m3 20012006 started by mitesh33, apr 10, 2016. Bmw genuine e46 m3 sequential manual gearbox smg gear position sensor new fits. Smg to 6 spd manual conversion without removing the gearbox. Manual e46 m3 s tend to be more desirable and cost quite a bit more than manual m3 s. In hindsight, i wouldnt recommend buying a high mileage smg to anyone, or any used smg, theyre just not reliable and repairs are too costly.

Everything needed for the conversion is already in place on the transmission. Smg shifting problem will not go away bmw cca forum. Also, my understanding is that you dont lift when it changes gear. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. E46 m3 smg to manual conversion part 2 tfworks blog. Ive never driven an e46 manual m3 which maybe anyone thinking of doing this should in case you hate it. As a matter of fact, when some customers do have issues with the smg, they will opt for a manual conversion. Jan 24, 2011 the e46 m3 is actually one of the most reliable cars bmw has built in the last 10 years. The first generation smg or sequential manual gearbox transmissions have not held up well over the long run and are starting to empty the pockets of their loyal owners. Nothing about this transmission is inherently different, inside the case, everything is the same. We are happy to offer professionally machined bellhousings. E46 m3 smg to manual conversion lang racing development.