2001 BMW 330 5 speed to 6 speed conversion

2001 BMW 330
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SMOKYJO1985
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Transmission problem
2001 BMW 330 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Manual

I have a E46 330ci on a five speed, would like to put a 6speed in. there are plenty available but cant find out if its a straight swap or there's more to it? Any help would be greatly appreciated. thanks.
Oct 14, 2008 at 8:33 AM
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DAVE H
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It would be a straight swap as long as you are using a 6 speed 3 series (E46) replacement box ??
Nov 8, 2008 at 10:09 PM
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DOCHAGERTY
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If you intend to change the transmission, the drive shaft might be different length and have a different flange, check this b4 $ changes hands.♥
Nov 9, 2008 at 11:47 AM
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Did you do the conversion? - any information would be most appreciated.
m.muldoonATbigpondDOTcom
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Mar 6, 2009 at 5:59 PM
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Better E-mail him mate, he may not be back to us for a while.
Mar 6, 2009 at 11:22 PM