We install all detents and springs for a worry free installation back into your now manual e46. It was disappointing to me and i wished i had a 6spd at the time. Nov 20, 2017 this top quality bmw m3 3 series e46 19992005 workshop repair service manual is complete and intact as should be without any missingcorrupt part or pages. But someday, when i shop for an e46 m3 of my own, theres a very good chance that i will. A person could buy an smg m3 and enjoy it for a while and if they find that they truly dont like it or the smg fails down the road, they can swap it for a 6mt while at the same time increasing the resale value. A bmw m3 csl with a manual transmission is the greatest m car. Bmw e46 m3 smg to 6spd manual conversion 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. It makes you wonder how much would it cost to just switch to a manual and not have to worry anymore. Plus the cost of the smg if it has problems must be higher also. If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above.
The transmission and clutch are basically the same in the smg m3 as in the manual m3. Bmw m3 smg to manual eurompirebmw repair in charlotte. There is a separate computer that controls when the car shifts in an smg m3 as opposed to a manual m3. Owning an e46 m3 smg and manual cars for close to 35 years, i would say that autos are a 1, manuals a 10, and smg an 11 or 12. Jul 30, 2020 m3 csl manual conversion launched everything m3s announces three pedal csl kit, with boxed bmw bits prices start at. Leave it to bmw to make something special out of a transmission. 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.
Apr 01, 2016 thats all for part 2 of the e46 update, part 3 will come along with the transmission details, headerexhaust install as well as the interior changes to suit the 6 speed set up. I am leaning toward the manual 6spd because i didnt like the e46 smg at slowmedium speeds. Many people with smg e46 m3 s are always worried about their hydraulic pumps failing as they are an expensive fix. I decided to compare my m3 e46 smg against my good friends heavily modified manual. Smg to manual information bmw forum, bmw news and bmw. 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. Magazine tested their 2001 e46 m3 6 spd manual they were getting 060 times in. It was the first m3 to be produced by bmw in both left and righthand drive, and in its first 3 years sold 29,000 vs. Comprehensive smg to manual conversion bmw m3 forum. Accelaration smg vs manual transmission bimmerfest bmw forum. Sep, 2019 i began researching and already knew that people had been converting standard m3s from smg to manual. Repair manual bmw 3 series e46 1999 2005 covers all 3 series models built on the e46 platform 323i, 323ci. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below. Considered issues of maintenance, diagnostics, there are diagrams and without registration a book on repair and maintenance of bmw 3 e46, size bmw 3 e46 repair and maintenance manual bmw e46 name.
How to own a bmw e46 m3 with a proper manual for next to. Just send us a full bellhousing and well send it back fully prepped to be installed in your converted e46. It was the only significant change to the m product lineup for 2002, but it is newsworthy. E46 m3 smg to manual conversion part 2 tfworks blog. I still prefer manual transmission cars, and i always will. E46 bellhousing machine and prep service for smg to manual. It is the same manual used in the local servicerepair shop. Bmw m3 smg manual conversion certified bmw european. 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. The smg was replaced by the smg ii when the e46 m3 was introduced in 2000. E46 bellhousing machine and prep service for smg to manual conversion. Smg to manual conversion complete with pics the m3cutters. Bmw e46 m3 smg to 6spd manual conversion bmw s e46 m3 is arguably the best m car to date.
Smg m3 vs manual m3 turbocharging tech 101 bmw e46 fanatics. Im recently shopping for a 0204 vert, as you guys put it. Does the e60 smg pretty much feel the same as the e46 smg. Aug 04, 2020 banburybased bmw specialist everything m3s is now offering manual gearbox conversion kits for the e46 model m3 csl, which replaces the harsh paddleoperated sequential that came from the factory.
Boite steptronic bmw e46 bmw e46 steptronic sshift. The innovation is that, when functioning as an automatic, the driver does not need to operate a clutch pedal, simply designate desired gear. 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. Do we have 060 comparison figures for smg vs manual transmission. Arguably one of the finest cars bmw s m division ever churned out, in its least desirable form. Smg first appeared in europe in 1996 and has recently accounted for half of all m3.
Mar 30, 2020 the m3 csl is known as one of the best m cars bmw ever produced with the exception of one component. Jul 30, 2020 you can now get a manual box for your e46 bmw m3 csl. Bmw m3 e46 modified vs standard manual vs smg launch. This bmw e46 m3 csl converted to a manual transmission. Would you pick the car with the floppier chassis and manual gearbox, or the car with the stiffer chassis and outdated single clutch smg. I drove an early model pre2003, convertible e46 m3 with the smg transmission. The smg computer determines when the car should be shifted and actuates the slave cylinder to disengage and reengage the clutch. Like them both, took me a while to understand and get used to smg, and now i love it. The m3 was introduced in late 2000 and was produced in coupe and convertible body styles only. Feb 05, 2008 bmw e46 m3 smg ii silver vs bmw e46 m3 manual phoenix yellow non stock car ecu by superchips or exhaust by supersprint gear mmpowergarage private videos. We also have a special tune for the smg to manual conversion, developed by frank smith, that adjusts the idle to the correct level and can be coupled with a performance tune upon request. The engineering is undeniably clever the base gearbox is the same. Unfortunately and at many owners expense, it had one major downfall. Our e46 bellhousing prep service includes all the parts and machining for the smg to manual conversion.
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. Smg to manual information bmw forum, bmw news and bmw blog. Bmw m3 3 series e46 19992005 service repair manual. I had a manual e46 323ci and an automatic e46 323ci, and trust me, the manual is far superior to the auto in performance. Drove a toyota gt86, great brakes, good handling, brilliant gearbox but asthmatic and anaemic.
Apr 11, 2016 ive purchased a broken e46 m3 manual gearbox off ebay for. Bmw e46 repair and maintenance manual bmw e46 repair. With a celebrated history, massive enthusiast community, and astounding aftermarket support, it has maintained relevance and still commands a premium price, even for smg equipped examples. You see, while regular bmw m3 models of the day were offered with both an smg automated manual transmission and a proper sixspeed stick shift. The main difference is that a separate computer is doing the shifting and there is no clutch pedal. Manual by dan barnes bmw s sequential manual gearbox is a major technical achievement. Although the name smg was an abbreviation of sequential manual gearbox, the transmission internal were as per a typical synchromeshequipped manual transmission, not a true sequential manual transmission. You can now get a manual box for your e46 bmw m3 csl. Jun 29, 2015 another way to look at it is that m3s with an smg naturally bring the resale value down a little since most people seeking an e46 m3 want a manual transmission. Aug 09, 2020 its 333 hp and 262 lbft 355 nm of torque in the u. Jan 10, 2020 the bmw e46 m3 csl is arguably one of the best performance cars that ever came out of the m division. Identical except for color, trim, and rear sunshade.
A person could buy an smg m3 and enjoy it for a while and if they find that they truly dont like it or the smg fails down the road, they can swap it for a 6mt while at the same time. Bmw m3 csl e46 gets the sixspeed manual it should have. How to own a bmw e46 m3 with a proper manual for next to nothing. Its essentially a transmission capable of functioning as an automatic, or functioning as a manual transmission. Feb 27, 2016 the clutch switch and brake switch must be installed and wired appropriately to retain the function of a true manual transmission e46 m3. If youre considering an smg to manual conversion and are near the orange county, ca area we encourage you to contact us for a quote. This bmw e46 m3 csl converted to a manual transmission makes. The e46 m3 is powered by the bmw s54 inlinesix engine with either a 6speed manual or a 6speed smg ii automated manual transmission.
The e46 m3 is considered the last analog m3 and is still used today as the benchmark quintessential sports car. I knew my gearbox is in perfect working order will have little wear as the smg is doing the perfect changes rather than human who can crunch gears in. Another way to look at it is that m3s with an smg naturally bring the resale value down a little since most people seeking an e46 m3 want a manual transmission. Bmw m3 smg manual conversion certified bmw european auto. 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. I need to recode dme for manual transmission or new software. But, if you want to claim that an auto performs as well as a manual or smg, which your post that we both quoted clearly indicates, youre dilusional. Following the introduction of the e90 3 series sedans in late 2004, the e46 began to be phased out. The manuals are typical bmw manuals, clonky and heavy but with less risk of potential smg failures. The manuals are typical bmw manuals, clonky and heavy but with.
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. Bmw e46 m3 smg ii vs e46 m3 manual gear rolling by mmpower. Smg vs manual the ultimate bmw forum for news, diys. Jan 09, 2020 the e46 generation bmw m3 csl is considered by some to be the best m3 ever made. Smg is a manual that shifts faster than a human can. Find your ideal bmw m3 e46 0006 from top dealers and private sellers in your area with pistonheads classifieds. A bmw m3 csl with a manual transmission is the greatest m. If i were to buy another m3, i would buy it based on condition and it being manual or smg wouldnt influence my decision. Bmw e46 m3 smg cabriolet viper proximity locking pke. With its perfect 5050 weight balance, dreamy straightsix, and sublime handling, it truly checked all of the boxes.
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