E36 engine swap
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mybmmer318
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Re: E36 engine swap
Anyone did crazy project like having a M54B30 + steptronic GB or manual?? Any idea is this possible? pocket damage?
Anyone did crazy project like having a M54B30 + steptronic GB or manual?? Any idea is this possible? pocket damage?
mybmmer318
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Re: E36 engine swap
Hi peter, thks for enlightening..dunno why this few days i mood swing..tinking of auto boxes..maybe due to my Z3 shifting is not shiok enuff haha...anyway..still thinking and if it ever happens...also must see budget. but of cos now is to get the re-life of the car for another 10yrs 1st!!
Shall catch up when you free..lotsa stuffs to talk yeah..haa Cheers!
joon;424550 said:
Hi peter, thks for enlightening..dunno why this few days i mood swing..tinking of auto boxes..maybe due to my Z3 shifting is not shiok enuff haha...anyway..still thinking and if it ever happens...also must see budget. but of cos now is to get the re-life of the car for another 10yrs 1st!!
Shall catch up when you free..lotsa stuffs to talk yeah..haa Cheers!
joon
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Re: E36 engine swap
Manual forever
I suggest you get rid of the Z3 shifter.. it completely screws up the geometry of the shift linkage, the fulcrum is too low and the angle of the shift rod is incorrect, there are at least 3 or 4 guys who've asked me about a baulky linkage and all 3 had Z3 shifters installed.. I tried one and no wonder you guys are hating the shift, it's horrible.. please disregard everything you read on the US forums, manual cars are not supposed to shift like that.. you can use a Z3 shifter but you must modify the carrier.. i.e. raise the fulcrum point
the shift linkage is a precisely designed force transfer mechanism, you can't just swap in a longer fulcrum and expect it to work properly.. a proper short shift kid will include a modified carrier, selector rod and shifter.. all three links must be modified
Either put back the stock shifter or invest in a UUC short shift kit with DSSR.. yes it's over $600 but it's worth every single cent.. how many times do you shift a day? It's more important than rims, paintjobs, leather seats etc haha
The E36 is such a rewarding car to drive, it's inherently balanced, communicative and very strong, concentrate on improving the driving dynamics rather than cosmetics and accessories and I believe you'll be much happier
Manual forever
I suggest you get rid of the Z3 shifter.. it completely screws up the geometry of the shift linkage, the fulcrum is too low and the angle of the shift rod is incorrect, there are at least 3 or 4 guys who've asked me about a baulky linkage and all 3 had Z3 shifters installed.. I tried one and no wonder you guys are hating the shift, it's horrible.. please disregard everything you read on the US forums, manual cars are not supposed to shift like that.. you can use a Z3 shifter but you must modify the carrier.. i.e. raise the fulcrum point
the shift linkage is a precisely designed force transfer mechanism, you can't just swap in a longer fulcrum and expect it to work properly.. a proper short shift kid will include a modified carrier, selector rod and shifter.. all three links must be modified
Either put back the stock shifter or invest in a UUC short shift kit with DSSR.. yes it's over $600 but it's worth every single cent.. how many times do you shift a day? It's more important than rims, paintjobs, leather seats etc haha
The E36 is such a rewarding car to drive, it's inherently balanced, communicative and very strong, concentrate on improving the driving dynamics rather than cosmetics and accessories and I believe you'll be much happier
mybmmer318;424563 said:
Re: E36 engine swap
YES ! me & babyshot (both E36) has the UUCshifter & DSSR from Wilson (wilman2772).. cool stuff.joon;424602 said:Manual forever
Either put back the stock shifter or invest in a UUC short shift kit with DSSR.. yes it's over $600 but it's worth every single cent.. how many times do you shift a day? It's more important than rims, paintjobs, leather seats etc haha
mybmmer318
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Re: E36 engine swap
Got the point!! i will invest in the UUC DSSR...Okok..let me re-life this beauty 1st..just contributed to Govt 4k! haa.. Sorri to OT to the person who post this..apologies....
iScoupe;424618 said:YES ! me & babyshot (both E36) has the UUCshifter & DSSR from Wilson (wilman2772).. cool stuff.
joon;424602 said:Manual forever
I suggest you get rid of the Z3 shifter.. it completely screws up the geometry of the shift linkage, the fulcrum is too low and the angle of the shift rod is incorrect, there are at least 3 or 4 guys who've asked me about a baulky linkage and all 3 had Z3 shifters installed.. I tried one and no wonder you guys are hating the shift, it's horrible.. please disregard everything you read on the US forums, manual cars are not supposed to shift like that.. you can use a Z3 shifter but you must modify the carrier.. i.e. raise the fulcrum point
the shift linkage is a precisely designed force transfer mechanism, you can't just swap in a longer fulcrum and expect it to work properly.. a proper short shift kid will include a modified carrier, selector rod and shifter.. all three links must be modified
Either put back the stock shifter or invest in a UUC short shift kit with DSSR.. yes it's over $600 but it's worth every single cent.. how many times do you shift a day? It's more important than rims, paintjobs, leather seats etc haha
The E36 is such a rewarding car to drive, it's inherently balanced, communicative and very strong, concentrate on improving the driving dynamics rather than cosmetics and accessories and I believe you'll be much happier
Got the point!! i will invest in the UUC DSSR...Okok..let me re-life this beauty 1st..just contributed to Govt 4k! haa.. Sorri to OT to the person who post this..apologies....
Re: E36 engine swap
Err, how much for a UUC shortshift+ DSSR?
iScoupe;424691 said:no problem , i sponsor u a UUC clutch stop* if u buy UUC shortshift+ DSSR
quite shiok, no need step so much to engage gear...
*by wilman2772.. maybe u say he handsome got more free gift....
Err, how much for a UUC shortshift+ DSSR?
Hi all, almost 10 years on, need help from you sifus, planning a revival of an E36 I just bought (always wanted one). A half cut may seem cost effective as almost everything is leaking or potentially failing hehe. Propel has any for lelong and any workshop proficient to carry out? Poor man here need to budget to scratch this itch....
Mine is m50 2.0 auto btw, hoping to find a stronger heart for it
