E36 M3 Evo - worn out gearbox

[miller1899]

I have just been told that the syncro is worn between 4th and 3rd. I thought that meant that the gearbox would simply have to be re-built but apparently that would be too expensive.

Any thoughts or advice?

Looks like I have to find a new gearbox. I have done a fair bit of research on here and on E36coupe and, when it gets to the point that a new box is required, threads just seem to end. The rest of the car is in great shape so this seems like bit of a shame.

[M3John]

Speak to FAB direct : http://www.fabdirect.com/

I've delt with these guys in the past and should be able to help you out.

M3J.

[andye30m3]

as above it might be worth asking on E36 coupe.

From what I understand a number of people say that the 6 speed evo box can't be rebuilt but in reality like the vanos I'm sure there's people out there who can and do rebuild them.

I'd also recommend FAB direct for a replacement.

[Herbs]

This was on Wheeler Dealers last week and their Evo Cab had the exact same problem. They couldn't rebuild their box box either and had to buy a box from a breakers yard which was a grand but got it for 500.

Probably not what you wanted to hear but Hope it helps.

[rampz]

the e46 m3 box fits without too much headache at all, will provide a link to the details once i find it.

[Cactussed]

Can't see why the box can't be rebuilt. they get assembled from pieces in the first place. Actually, give Higham's Park Motor Co a call, they specialise in BMW's and I seem to recall their saying the box could be rebuilt...

[M5Dave]

Cactussed said:

Can't see why the box can't be rebuilt. they get assembled from pieces in the first place. Actually, give Higham's Park Motor Co a call, they specialise in BMW's and I seem to recall their saying the box could be rebuilt...

It's not that it can't be rebuilt.

The problem is that BMW will not supply individual parts, only complete gearboxes.

I also think that the gearbox manufacturer(Getrag), is bound by some kind of licencing agreement that prevents them from selling any parts.

[miller1899]

Thanks all, very much indeed. It doesn't look like a complete catastrophe after all.

[niw]

Did you get this problem solved? I have the same issue.

[miller1899]

Sorry for the delay but I have not been able to use a computer for a few weeks.

I haven't done anything about it at all. The advice above looked pretty good so I am just going to wait and see. Bexley Motor Works said it would be something like £600 to find and fit a recon box, obviously with a bit of notice for them to find one.

The box is quite notchy in all gears and I can't honestly say that I have noticed a problem. I am trying to blip downshifts which help but other than that will just soldier on for now.

Please let me know how you get on.

[lndy]

i found this thread an excellent read: http://www.bmwowner.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=1&am...

think it is massively relevant to you

[phatgixer]

Fit a 5 speeder from the 3 litre E36. Stronger and can get bits to rebuild it.