e36 323i Manual Conversion

[Miller 0]

Hi, i have an e36 323i and am wanting to do a manual conversion. I was woundering how hard it is exactly. I have a fairly good knowledge about cars and was woundering if it is possible to do it myself or weither i would have to get a professional to do it. Thanks

[Miller 0]

Has anyone done a conversion on an e36 that could give me some pointers. Thanks

[325GRANT 0]

never done one but im sure it wouldnt be too hard.

where do you live? more then likely there is someone that lives near you that would help.

[Miller 0]

I live in St Heliers.

[Yuen 16]

Try www.forums.bimmerforums.com, I'm sure you'll find lots of information there as many people have done it.

[Guest Andrew]

DirtySix on here is doing one right now.

[kerrynzl 3]

I'm Doing One Right Now!

My Swap is including a M50 to M52 engine swap ,2.8 twin exhausts,Headers,Diff , Engine loom, Twin pumps.

I' m doing my swap in the driveway [garage is too full of racecar & parts]

You'll need a trolley jack ,Good Jack Stands,Go and buy some TORX Sockets [& Bits] If you are competent enough to pull an engine, you should be able to tackle a conversion. The hardest part for me was removing the Auto , So I sold it to a friend who is pulling it out for me [still waiting for my car to come back]

On Bimmerforums They have a Thread [22 pages]Dedicated to E36 Manual Conversions, The Yanks are Wankers,18 of those pages are about wiring the "starter inhibiter" so the cruise contol still works, And wiring the Reverse lights.

I know where there is an E36 Manual Conversion Right now if you are stuck for one,[Don't try and Hybrid one out of another model BMW, unless its a "Group A" Dog-Box]

If you wan't any help contact me via email [ [email protected] ] & I'll pass on my phone number to you!

The Guys Here at Bimmersport have been great help [& Fun] most problems I've occured have been answered on this site or by phoning a member of this forum.

Remember SYNCROSMASH is the only way to go........Kerry

Attached is a pic of my coupe [that is begging for me to fit a Rollcage]

[Miller 0]

Hi, thanks thats really usefull. I might just give u an email if i get stuck. lol. Could you please send me a link to the thread about the conversion. Thanks

[westy 614]

Do you have any parts yet?

I have some lists that might be usefull.

Waiting for my driveshaft to be finished then I can bolt it all back together.

Conversion is very similar to the e30.Nothing too difficult(except access)

[Miller 0]

No i dont have any parts yet. What do u have? Thanks

[Miller 0]

Hi. Does anyone out there have a gearbox or full conversion kit for sale. Or just bits maybe? I am looking for one with fairly low km's and in good condition. Thanks

[kerrynzl 3]

Hi. Does anyone out there have a gearbox or full conversion kit for sale. Or just bits maybe? I am looking for one with fairly low km's and in good condition. Thanks

I sent you an email with a contact phone number of a guy with a complete conversion for sale on tues 1/8/06 . I was talking to Simon today, he said nobody has called him to date [you obviously can't be too interested!]

[Miller 0]

It was just that i was woundering if it had a few too many km's and weither or not to hold out and get a vanos one to make the conversion easier. Thanks

[westy 614]

There wont be any difference vanos or not.

Dont look a gift horse in the mouth,buy the bloody thing before someone else does.

[kerrynzl 3]

It was just that i was woundering if it had a few too many km's and weither or not to hold out and get a vanos one to make the conversion easier. Thanks

There are a few electrical issues,[starter inhibiter, reverse lights, cruize control & fast idle]

Hey I'm a Carb & Points Man, thats just getting into EFI etc & I've figured it out. If this conversion is too risky for you, sell your car & buy a manual [if you decide to go ahead with it, I'm only an email & phone call away if you need help]

Regards Kerry