265 trans users, please read

[Turb02]

Ill be installing one, mated to my M10B20 and have a few questions regarding shift platform and placement of the shifter in the tunnel. THe trans that I purchased, doesnt have the M3 shift platform or any of its mounting hardware. That being said, which one is needed for the trans to be used in the 02? the E21 5 spd shift plate or the S14 shift plate? Any modification required to the shift plate, whichever one it may be?

I know the trans tunnel will have to be modified, the DS needs to be shortened, and the mechanical speedo will have to be swapped over to the 265, Ill be following this http://hem.passagen.se/m2002tii/tech/tips/speedo_on_tranny/

to do that.

Other than that, what concerns should I have? Any pointers are very much welcome.

[Gordon]

A Getrag 265 is usually mated to a big six M30 motor. It was also used on E30 M3 & 82 E28 528e, I've never heard of one mated to a M10 motor. Do you mean a Getrag 245?

For more info, click on this link

http://www.metricmechanic.com/catalog/getrag-identification-chart.php

G-Man

[Turb02]

It is the trans from the M3 and has the M3 bellhousing so it will bolt to the M10 block. Just need more info on the items listed above.

[Schweineback]

a 245 platform will not bolt on. You probably end up modifying a 265 platform from an M3, or any of the other cars the box was used with - e3, e9, e12, etc. The platform of a 4-speed can also be used.

[NickVyse]

I believe mine is an m3 set-up with the linkage shortened to meet the original 02 hole, but someone with more recent first hand knowledge will hopefully confirm this. If it's an option for you don't forget the m3 prop is the right length for this set-up - no cutting and balancing required, but from poor memory you have to relocate the centre mount.

[Turb02]

I have a driveshaft that was shortened and balanced...for a 320. Im sure it will have to be re-shortened to fit the 02. As for the 4 speed platform, I have 2 of these but no hardware that will mate it to the trans mounting holes. I tried to see how it would mount and I cant figure it out as the mounting holes dont clear the trans mounting points.

Does anyone have pictures of a 265 with all its mounting hardware and brackets in place getting ready to be installed in the 2002?

Part numbers of all mounting hardware are extremely welcome.

[Fauxbm]

Any luck with getting the 265 tranny in?

I have a 1987 325i 265/6 tranny that I want to install in my '76 BMW 2002.

Any lessons learned would be helpful

[Fauxbm]

Any luck with getting the 265 tranny in?

I have a 1987 325i 265/6 tranny that I want to install in my '76 BMW 2002.

Any lessons learned would be helpful