Hey love your vids man really helpful. I have an e28 88 528e that I'm planing on manual swapping. I saw that you are working on one for a client. I know it is already a 5spd but if you can go over how to do it ie how to run lines and wiring that would be extremely helpful. I really hope you are this and you could. Thanks
Bro i had a question. I have an 05 6series with auto tranni i want to upgrade the tranni to a smg one i know a few of these models came that way. My question is. Is it possible for me to do this swap? Do i need extra parts?
The level of explanation on what needs done in all your videos I've watched so far is incredible. Usually people just hack and smash bits off or ignore anything that has to be removed beforehand which starts to add up with something like this. The camera work is great too, nice and focused, good zoom for how big or small the parts are and just generally in the right place all the time.
as a tool maker machinist, a backyard BMW mechanic and master welder it is easy to figure out the engineering done on a 325ci simply by watching your videos. with a blueprint I can build any part you need.
I’ve watched prolly 25+ videos in preparation for doing an auto to manual on my 328i sedan, and none of the others I’ve seen compare to the level of detail yours give. That being said, I’ve got most of the parts stacked in my garage, just need the time and the beer to start it before the snow comes.
Shoplife you guys rock. Awesome explanations, tips ,attitude, aptitude everything is simply explained. I like the fact that YOU dont clutter your videos with ego. If you dont know about something you admit it and find a solution. Loving your video's. Please dont stop.
My dad's a technician and he said don't swap for electric because the electric wires short easily and then your engine will over heat with clutch fan it will always stay cool natural way
It was a very intuitive video and took away a lot of doubts but the Grand Finale was missing calling and testing the car, more service done with excellence Congratulations
This video series is a fantastic idea and it taught me a lot. My one request is for you to capture more of the process and show us how to fix the computer issues.
You are literally saving my life with these videos amazing content man thank you for being so descriptive really sets you apart from the rest of the DIY you tubers
Hey brother, enjoyed the video. I heard you mention about the cruise control when pushing the clutch, I did my own conversion on my M3 from SMG to 6 speed manual, I resolved this exact issue by fitting a switch to by clutch pedal (grounded one end), this generated a ground signal to the cruise control interrupt pin in the cruise control module once the clutch is engaged. I hope this helps (just look up the cruise control schematic for the module) from memory you need to cut/disconnect pin 5 (light blue) and splice into pin 2 (brown/orange stripe) and put the other end of the switch onto it.
Hello @ShopLifeTV, Your videos are very helpful but I need some help on this one. At 12:36 there are in total 3 holes ! I got confused that you are poking from the hole which is partially visible at the bottom. Can you please tell if these holes also lead to the ground (needed just for camera wiring purposes) ? The wire is going very deep but I can't see it on the otherside to pull it out. Beneath the car at that particular place seems that there's something like a plastic cover with small hole but it doesn't go to the cabin by pushing the wire either.
Awesome info. Love your channel. When you get a chance. See how we can upgrade old radio unit to aftermarket unit that works with iphone 7 better GPS and on. BMW 545i 2005. You two are rocking it.
After I did my e46 auto to 5speed conversion I was stuck on the wire below the clutch. Took me week after can't figure out. Now thatI watch this video I can see it clearly how's the wire hook up. Thanks Jason am hook on your channel.
You should do some turbo engine for drifting we use the stock engine and work on it 325 e46 36 I love the way you explain every thing so nice and smooth you are the beast of bmw please teach us how to get horse power turbo and we zig ate bigger block injectors etc.... your explaination on this project will help around 330 ppl following you thank you
Puedes hacer otro vídeo con continuación para ver cómo hacer hasta final Justo ahora estoy en esto Tu vídeo muy bueno Me has ayudado muchísimo mil gracias Un abrazo
have my manual transmission in the car. car will not crank. your telling me all I need to do is wire in a clutch switch and im good? or could it be the fact that since the tcu isn't reading that the trans is in park because the range selector is gone along with the auto trans. would completing the circuit for the park wire solve this? some input would be sweet. thanks!
What transmissions are compatible with the E46, I just purchased a stupid clean 2002 330ci but its an auto. I would like a 6 speed and is there a way to tell what the diff is at the junk yard?
I’m currently doing my swap and can’t seem to find the 4 pin clutch switch anywhere besides online and they are asking crazy for it is there anyway to complete the swap with just the other ones
Hey man, I just finished up my 5 speed swap on my 99 e46 preface lift, but the clutch pedals I got didn’t have the clutch switch, can you post a part number ? Thank you!
Currently having an issue with the wiring ive tried everything from wiring as shown in the video and also wiring pin 8 to the purple and yellow wire on the clutch switch to bypass the clutch switch any suggestions? Getting a no crank no start
Excellent video I made the same conversion to a bmw 323 e46 year 2000 but I put a gtrag box but you know it is too much revolution the car runs much more but it raises the rpm too much because it leaves the same transmission that it had when it was automatic
Hey man. I'm doing the same swap on my 2000 323. Do you know if all the wiring shoplife showed in this video is the same for the 2000 323? or are some things different?
I think you talkng about the differential ratio. automatics come with a higher ratio 3.46 or higher so to fix the high rpms you need to swap the diff to one with a lower ratio like 3.18.
Hello and thank you for this video. I have stupid question. If i buy that old design pedals for facelift car (2 separate clutch switches). Is that all i need for switches in pedals that single 4 pin clutch switch (so it detects both brake pedal + clutch pedal pressing)? So i throw old 2 switches away from clutch pedal, and replace original automatic car switch (single 4 pin switch), ground, +12v, and 2 signals dme and ews. And it is ready.. Thank you for help.
Hi man I have a e46 have a code 60 vehicle was running good this morning I parked for 10 minutes then went to start I got no crank no start battery voltage good
Is that a limited slip differential? I'm asking because I don't have an LSD and I want to make sure the bold pattern will work with my driveshaft. I am swapping a ZF 5 speed into a 2004 325i. I'm looking at a 2001 330i driveshaft, but don't know if its from an LSD car or not. Thanks.
Some sources say it is pin 20 (which is located on the grey slot) but you wired it to pin 23 which is on the black. Currently mine is attached to 20 and CC did not work... I wonder Pin23 will resolve my issue...
So if i am swapping the whole engine and transmission from a manual car into an auto chassis, am i able to just use the dme, ews, and ignition from the manual car and not have to run any extra wires to the dme ? Or anything?
Hi ShopLifeTV I have a 330ci Manual 6 speed and a 330ci Auto i wanna swap my auto to manual since the body is way better then the manual that i have. i watched all your swap steps question do i need to replace the diff from the Auto i was told the auto Diff make the car rev High.Please help. As far as parts from the Manual since they are same year and same series everything should be working right ?
Is it possible to just take all the necessary parts from a manual e36 and just re use them such as the flex plate, pedals, front part of drive shaft etc...
I have a question for you. So I have a 01 bmw e46 330 ci coupe. I have a 5 speed manual transmission in it, but I want to swap in a 6 speed manual. My question is can I swap in a e46 M3 6 speed tranny and make it work while still keeping the stock engine? Will I need some kind of kit to make it connect and work? Looking forward to making things work but still am a bit concern. Thanks for you help and very detailed videos👌😎
So, doing this now and trying to put the trans back, but the fn Motor is tilted to far forward. I've tried straps from the manifold to the control arms etc nothing pulls it far enough as the trans hits the tunnel at the top to much. HELPPP ME PLEASE new OEM engine mounts btw
I have an 03 Audi all road I would like to do the manual transmission swap but in California I need the check engine light off so it’ll pass smog I guess I would have to switch out the computer also correct
I’m in the process of doing this I have 2 bmw same but 1 auto 2nd is Manual but crashed so I’m swapping everything over can I swap the computer too? So I don’t get any codes on the dash?
Hey quick question: I have a flywheel out of a 2002 - 328i would you happen to know if it'll fit in my 2005 - 330i? I'm taking the entire trans set up out of this 2002 328i, just want to make sure it'll fit in my 2005 - 330i. The flywheels online have conflicting info. Any help is appreciated
hey what's your opinion of the e90s (3 Series) no turbo boost. I ended up upgrading my E46 because of high mileage, and I was curious what your mechanical opinion was, or if you have any experience with them? Thanks in advance
Can you help me? I have a e46 in Brasil, I swap my automatic ZF for a M3 gearbox and your video help me a lot. Now my car have a problem.... in 30 seconds before start up the engine, have a miss fire in 2 cylinders. Do you know about this?
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Hey love your vids man really helpful. I have an e28 88 528e that I'm planing on manual swapping. I saw that you are working on one for a client. I know it is already a 5spd but if you can go over how to do it ie how to run lines and wiring that would be extremely helpful. I really hope you are this and you could. Thanks
Bro i had a question. I have an 05 6series with auto tranni i want to upgrade the tranni to a smg one i know a few of these models came that way.
My question is. Is it possible for me to do this swap? Do i need extra parts?
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The level of explanation on what needs done in all your videos I've watched so far is incredible. Usually people just hack and smash bits off or ignore anything that has to be removed beforehand which starts to add up with something like this. The camera work is great too, nice and focused, good zoom for how big or small the parts are and just generally in the right place all the time.
PenguinActually true that
as a tool maker machinist, a backyard BMW mechanic and master welder it is easy to figure out the engineering done on a 325ci simply by watching your videos. with a blueprint I can build any part you need.
where are you located?
I’ve watched prolly 25+ videos in preparation for doing an auto to manual on my 328i sedan, and none of the others I’ve seen compare to the level of detail yours give. That being said, I’ve got most of the parts stacked in my garage, just need the time and the beer to start it before the snow comes.
I have owned my 330Ci for 3 months, and looking at a second E46. Your videos cannot be beaten for instruction and diagnosis on these cars.
the wiring part deserves it's own video
There is only 2 channels for mechanics on TH-cam and you are the best of all. I wish you success
Ammoor Stingy I agree he’s a bmw god.
Man, thanks for making therse swap vids so detailed. Gives me confidence to do a manual swap myself.
Did it?
Shoplife you guys rock. Awesome explanations, tips ,attitude, aptitude everything is simply explained. I like the fact that YOU dont clutter your videos with ego. If you dont know about something you admit it and find a solution. Loving your video's. Please dont stop.
Thank you so much for the kind words!
Got my swap done about a month ago. So far no issues at all and no more SMG pump anxiety. Next project, swap my clutch fan for an electric fan.
My dad's a technician and he said don't swap for electric because the electric wires short easily and then your engine will over heat with clutch fan it will always stay cool natural way
Superiortune Tuner yeah but the clutch fan saps a huge amount of power from the engine
It was a very intuitive video and took away a lot of doubts but the Grand Finale was missing calling and testing the car, more service done with excellence Congratulations
the idea of using that table instead of a transmission jack is brilliant and I wish I have thought of this 2 years ago
Still one of the useful Videos,my e39 had no reverse lights,and this helped me alot to resolve the problem even if its for e46,
This video series is a fantastic idea and it taught me a lot. My one request is for you to capture more of the process and show us how to fix the computer issues.
Thank you for this video, I manual swapped my 330ci. It just took a single weekend
You are literally saving my life with these videos amazing content man thank you for being so descriptive really sets you apart from the rest of the DIY you tubers
This was the most useful part of the Series, think you.
Hey brother, enjoyed the video. I heard you mention about the cruise control when pushing the clutch, I did my own conversion on my M3 from SMG to 6 speed manual, I resolved this exact issue by fitting a switch to by clutch pedal (grounded one end), this generated a ground signal to the cruise control interrupt pin in the cruise control module once the clutch is engaged. I hope this helps (just look up the cruise control schematic for the module) from memory you need to cut/disconnect pin 5 (light blue) and splice into pin 2 (brown/orange stripe) and put the other end of the switch onto it.
Seriously I admire your hard work. You are a hero. Will be using your videos once I’m ready to manual swap my car.
man you were born to do this car thing..✌
This man can literally build a car if he wanted to .
Damn you are a genius, great videos. I just found your channel and i am hooked
haha thank you and welcome!
Your videos are fantastic. I've been waiting for this one! Thank you!
Gosh this guy is a beast. Really helped me an doing the same thing.
This is amazing, thank you. About to start the M54B30/6speed swap on my wife's E46 Touring.
Very complicated job but you have the experience to do it I liked your videos
You're a schalor and a gentleman. thank you.
Yes man I have been waiting for this for while , I'm doing a swap on an e36 so I need some reference
awesome!
I really wish I could do this swap to my Audi. You are awesome man. I don't even own a bmw but I love watching your videos. Keep up the good work
Hello @ShopLifeTV, Your videos are very helpful but I need some help on this one. At 12:36 there are in total 3 holes ! I got confused that you are poking from the hole which is partially visible at the bottom. Can you please tell if these holes also lead to the ground (needed just for camera wiring purposes) ? The wire is going very deep but I can't see it on the otherside to pull it out. Beneath the car at that particular place seems that there's something like a plastic cover with small hole but it doesn't go to the cabin by pushing the wire either.
Awesome info. Love your channel. When you get a chance. See how we can upgrade old radio unit to aftermarket unit that works with iphone 7 better GPS and on. BMW 545i 2005. You two are rocking it.
After I did my e46 auto to 5speed conversion I was stuck on the wire below the clutch. Took me week after can't figure out. Now thatI watch this video I can see it clearly how's the wire hook up. Thanks Jason am hook on your channel.
I wish there is manual swap video like this for e90 335i sedan
This video is detailed and on the dot for a swap. I was going to get a 325ci coupe, seller seemed sketchy so I bailed.
amazing work man .... you are the real deal
Very straight to the point and covers everything! Awesome video man! 😁
You should do some turbo engine for drifting we use the stock engine and work on it 325 e46 36 I love the way you explain every thing so nice and smooth you are the beast of bmw please teach us how to get horse power turbo and we zig ate bigger block injectors etc.... your explaination on this project will help around 330 ppl following you thank you
planning on it ;)
cna you tell witch drive shaft i nee to use when using a 5 speed m3 e36 on a e46 that was smg
Hi Shoplife, how is that bushing at 22:23 called? Trying to look for one for my e46 but can’t find the part name!
great quality video with little fluff. good job.
Very very good ... I look forward to the next part!
Hey Man I just did this swap and your vids are very helpful!
Puedes hacer otro vídeo con continuación para ver cómo hacer hasta final
Justo ahora estoy en esto
Tu vídeo muy bueno
Me has ayudado muchísimo mil gracias
Un abrazo
Brilliant help there mate, Thanks from NZ
Retaining clip on First three connectors you took out were broken mine are a pain to get off
What’s your take on non stock clutches, I have heard there is always noise with aftermarket clutches.
great job. thanks for all the videos
you seem to be a good mechanic . and well explained videos. I take it you just love BMW's
your videos are very good, i love how much you try to get every detail in.
I've done everything, we just need to remove the cables from the automatic gearbox and I don't know how you could help me by explaining how?
Good afternoon. How to remove the warning light after converting the BMW e46 2005 from automatic to standard
Nice video. Can you please do an in-depth video on changing your brakes/brake fluid/brake lines?
Thanks for the video!
Could you let us know the size of the socket you used to tap in the pilot bearing?
Cheers!
What's the reason for fitting the clutch switch ? To start the vehicle or cruise control ?
Dear Jason, i have a question the wireing is the same for a M52 engine? Can you please explain ...
have my manual transmission in the car. car will not crank. your telling me all I need to do is wire in a clutch switch and im good? or could it be the fact that since the tcu isn't reading that the trans is in park because the range selector is gone along with the auto trans. would completing the circuit for the park wire solve this? some input would be sweet. thanks!
What transmissions are compatible with the E46, I just purchased a stupid clean 2002 330ci but its an auto. I would like a 6 speed and is there a way to tell what the diff is at the junk yard?
I’m currently doing my swap and can’t seem to find the 4 pin clutch switch anywhere besides online and they are asking crazy for it is there anyway to complete the swap with just the other ones
Hey man, I just finished up my 5 speed swap on my 99 e46 preface lift, but the clutch pedals I got didn’t have the clutch switch, can you post a part number ? Thank you!
Great how to man just done this swap on my 330i is getting coded at BMW now I hope those lights piss me off.
Currently having an issue with the wiring ive tried everything from wiring as shown in the video and also wiring pin 8 to the purple and yellow wire on the clutch switch to bypass the clutch switch any suggestions? Getting a no crank no start
Excellent video I made the same conversion to a bmw 323 e46 year 2000 but I put a gtrag box but you know it is too much revolution the car runs much more but it raises the rpm too much because it leaves the same transmission that it had when it was automatic
Hey man. I'm doing the same swap on my 2000 323. Do you know if all the wiring shoplife showed in this video is the same for the 2000 323? or are some things different?
It is the same for a 323i
BMWselena sounds good, thanks!
I think you talkng about the differential ratio. automatics come with a higher ratio 3.46 or higher so to fix the high rpms you need to swap the diff to one with a lower ratio like 3.18.
Hello and thank you for this video. I have stupid question. If i buy that old design pedals for facelift car (2 separate clutch switches).
Is that all i need for switches in pedals that single 4 pin clutch switch (so it detects both brake pedal + clutch pedal pressing)?
So i throw old 2 switches away from clutch pedal, and replace original automatic car switch (single 4 pin switch), ground, +12v, and 2 signals dme and ews.
And it is ready..
Thank you for help.
Hi man I have a e46 have a code 60 vehicle was running good this morning I parked for 10 minutes then went to start I got no crank no start battery voltage good
Thank you for the knowledge
Is that a limited slip differential? I'm asking because I don't have an LSD and I want to make sure the bold pattern will work with my driveshaft. I am swapping a ZF 5 speed into a 2004 325i. I'm looking at a 2001 330i driveshaft, but don't know if its from an LSD car or not. Thanks.
Some sources say it is pin 20 (which is located on the grey slot) but you wired it to pin 23 which is on the black. Currently mine is attached to 20 and CC did not work... I wonder Pin23 will resolve my issue...
So if i am swapping the whole engine and transmission from a manual car into an auto chassis, am i able to just use the dme, ews, and ignition from the manual car and not have to run any extra wires to the dme ? Or anything?
I have one e60 im thinking to make it manual but ecu? Transmition faulty on the dash?brakes everything else are ok??
What about the reverse mirror tilt? What’s required to enable that again?
Hi ShopLifeTV I have a 330ci Manual 6 speed and a 330ci Auto i wanna swap my auto to manual since the body is way better then the manual that i have. i watched all your swap steps question do i need to replace the diff from the Auto i was told the auto Diff make the car rev High.Please help. As far as parts from the Manual since they are same year and same series everything should be working right ?
Is it possible to just take all the necessary parts from a manual e36 and just re use them such as the flex plate, pedals, front part of drive shaft etc...
So how do you get the cig lighter assembly to work again
Hey i repair last year Luk clutch set and now its slip sometime and weard filing on pedal. What is problem?
Awesome Video! Have you done the programming video to get rid of the Service Engine light?
I have a question for you. So I have a 01 bmw e46 330 ci coupe. I have a 5 speed manual transmission in it, but I want to swap in a 6 speed manual. My question is can I swap in a e46 M3 6 speed tranny and make it work while still keeping the stock engine? Will I need some kind of kit to make it connect and work? Looking forward to making things work but still am a bit concern. Thanks for you help and very detailed videos👌😎
Do you have a part # for the new style clutch switch? I can find it
did the automatic drive shaft fit with the manual or do you need to get a DS from a manual car?
good afternoon, the autopilot was normally normal? thanks!
So, doing this now and trying to put the trans back, but the fn Motor is tilted to far forward. I've tried straps from the manifold to the control arms etc nothing pulls it far enough as the trans hits the tunnel at the top to much. HELPPP ME PLEASE new OEM engine mounts btw
I am in Houston, do you have a recommendation of a shop that can do this ?
The gearbox of smg is the same of manual? Just have swaped the clutch sistem?
Do you need a new drive shaft or will the old one fit?
Do you know if this is the same process for the 3.0ltr diesel
Master cylinder? do you have to upgrade to a new one mine doesn't have the slot for the 4 pin clutch switch.
I have an 03 Audi all road I would like to do the manual transmission swap but in California I need the check engine light off so it’ll pass smog I guess I would have to switch out the computer also correct
Hi mate, can you use the same prop shaft if you change from a five speed to a six speed on the e46 320d. thanks.
Is the manual transmission crossmember the same on a getrag and zf ?
Hi I have a 2006 525i with 6hp19 trans wich model car I can use as a doner for my manual conversion
I’m in the process of doing this I have 2 bmw same but 1 auto 2nd is Manual but crashed so I’m swapping everything over can I swap the computer too? So I don’t get any codes on the dash?
Shouldn't you put a little oil on that Rear Main Seal to help getting it on without damaging the sealing ring?
Hey quick question: I have a flywheel out of a 2002 - 328i would you happen to know if it'll fit in my 2005 - 330i? I'm taking the entire trans set up out of this 2002 328i, just want to make sure it'll fit in my 2005 - 330i. The flywheels online have conflicting info. Any help is appreciated
Do you need a conversion clutch kit or can any clutch kit do
does the starter need to be unbolted in order to get the trans out?
hello the wiring method is work on e39? because searched many information. no one can tell how to wiring when the e39 deleted the TCS module.
Thanks so much for your efort explaining everything , i'v allready started with my swap 💪💪
hey what's your opinion of the e90s (3 Series) no turbo boost. I ended up upgrading my E46 because of high mileage, and I was curious what your mechanical opinion was, or if you have any experience with them? Thanks in advance
Is the E46 330i SMG manual able to done and have you done any as they are 5 speed?
Can you help me? I have a e46 in Brasil, I swap my automatic ZF for a M3 gearbox and your video help me a lot. Now my car have a problem.... in 30 seconds before start up the engine, have a miss fire in 2 cylinders. Do you know about this?
can you use a xi e46 to do the swap with? will trans and drive shaft fit the rwd e46