m5 clutch on e46

Originally Posted by SPDSKTR

How old do you think OP is? 18? 19?

Does not really matter, the kid is asking all the right questions and seems to be learning... cannot beat that

Originally Posted by JJ3699

Does not really matter, the kid is asking all the right questions and HOPEFULLY is learning... cannot beat that

Fixed that for you...

Originally Posted by SPDSKTR

Fixed that for you...

Thank you sir

Originally Posted by JJ3699

Does not really matter, the kid is asking all the right questions and seems to be learning... cannot beat that

i am learning indeed, now to find a diy for a clutch change

Originally Posted by anton2718

i am learning indeed, now to find a diy for a clutch change

Just make sure you bleed the clutch properly is the most important.

Originally Posted by MalibuMafiaV

Just make sure you bleed the clutch properly is the most important.

I can picture the OP saying "Clutches have BLOOD ?????"

Originally Posted by Fast Bob

I can picture the OP saying "Clutches have BLOOD ?????"

i used to work in a car shop, and im 20

Originally Posted by anton2718

i used to work in a car shop, and im 20

You are more than welcome here, my friend....we just like to screw with the noobs to see what they`re made of. This is a very cool place to hang (IF you`ve got a sense of humor ).

yeah i noticed, ive been on here for a bit, only about half a year old in the bimmerfest world though, how old are all you guys? ive seen posts from you five years ago, and you comment on pretty much every post

Originally Posted by anton2718

yeah i noticed, ive been on here for a bit, only about half a year old in the bimmerfest world though, how old are all you guys? Ive seen posts from you five years ago, and you comment on pretty much every post

26.

Originally Posted by anton2718

yeah i noticed, ive been on here for a bit, only about half a year old in the bimmerfest world though, how old are all you guys? ive seen posts from you five years ago, and you comment on pretty much every post

Hell, son....BMWs still had pedal-driven chain drive when some of us started....

Originally Posted by Fast Bob

You are more than welcome here, my friend....we just like to screw with the noobs to see what they`re made of. This is a very cool place to hang (IF you`ve got a sense of humor ).

i made of the same thing as you, water and dust

Originally Posted by anton2718

i made of the same thing as you, water and dust

In my case, some bacon and a little beer also....

Originally Posted by MalibuMafiaV

26.

You see that, OP? Don't listen to that man. He's a secret government agent who undergoes neuron replacement and stem cell experiments to maintain a youthful look so he can continue to extract secr-*g'HURRKK*

Originally Posted by SPDSKTR

You see that, OP? Don't listen to that man. He's a secret government agent who undergoes neuron replacement and stem cell experiments to maintain a youthful look so he can continue to extract secr-*g'HURRKK*

Yeah....Mal is like the alien from Predator....he`s been here for like three hundred years....

so back to my question, should i just buy a clutch kit from an auto zone? or order one of those off ebay with the flywheel

Originally Posted by anton2718

so back to my question, should i just buy a clutch kit from an auto zone? or order one of those off ebay with the flywheel

If you want aftermarket, just get the Stage 1 Gripforce clutch kit... no need for a Stage 2. If you want OEM, buy one from a reputable source (see websites below for examples).

www.getbmwparts.com
www.oembimmerparts.com

Originally Posted by anton2718

so back to my question, should i just buy a clutch kit from an auto zone? or order one of those off ebay with the flywheel

I would go with the Gripforce Stage I kit, and kill two birds with one stone....

1. Get a brand new clutch & flywheel (for a GREAT price), replacing the crappy stock DMF/SAC combo.

2. You`ll have a much better-performing setup, giving you more predictable , more precise engagement, as well quicker engine revving capability.

Originally Posted by Fast Bob

I would go with the Gripforce Stage I kit, and kill two birds with one stone....

1. Get a brand new clutch & flywheel (for a GREAT price), replacing the crappy stock DMF/SAC combo.

2. You`ll have a much better-performing setup, giving you more predictable , more precise engagement, as well quicker engine revving capability.

Might I ask what YOU have in YOUR car, Mr. Fast Bob sir?

Originally Posted by SPDSKTR

Might I ask what YOU have in YOUR car, Mr. Fast Bob sir?

As of this time, they don`t make a Stage I or Stage II, III, (or whatever) clutch & flywheel kit for the 6-speed application.

Originally Posted by Fast Bob

As of this time, they don`t make a Stage I or Stage II, III, (or whatever) clutch & flywheel kit for the 6-speed application.

Clutch - http://store.uucmotorwerks.com/share...t=products.asp

Flywheel - http://store.uucmotorwerks.com/share...t=products.asp

Of course, it's probably (I say "probably" because I don't see the weights anywhere) the 8 lb., rev-happy, not practical for street applications flywheel, but still...

UUC is over rated.

Originally Posted by MalibuMafiaV

UUC is over rated.

AND over-priced....

(Besides, with only 36K miles on it, my clutch isn`t exactly ready for replacement yet)

Originally Posted by MalibuMafiaV

UUC is over rated.

So I've heard. I like the shifter I got from them, though.

Originally Posted by Fast Bob

AND over-priced....

(Besides, with only 36K miles on it, my clutch isn`t exactly ready for replacement yet)

So I can see!

But now you know there are lightweight flywheel options for your car.

Originally Posted by SPDSKTR

But now you know there are lightweight flywheel options for your car.

I would NEVER put an 8-pound `wheel in a street car....that`s a "Track Only" piece....