Center bearing and guibo question

[e30this]

ok since Im using the M42 tranny and the e36 5 speed drive shaft can I use the e36 center support and guibo?
Thanks

[matt]

No and maybe. What kind of M42 transmission?

[windsor318is]

i dont think you can use that tranny.

[Lost]

i dont think you can use that tranny.

There was thread couple of weeks ago in this section, that it's possible to use getrag 240 (318is gearbox) for the swap.
-240/e36 transmisson mounts
-323i throw out bearing
-Use the pilot bearing that was ment for your motor
-Driveshaft Center Bearing (e30 318is)

[matt]

There was thread couple of weeks ago in this section, that it's possible to use getrag 240 (318is gearbox) for the swap.
-240/e36 transmisson mounts
-323i throw out bearing
-Use the pilot bearing that was ment for your motor
-Driveshaft Center Bearing (e30 318is)

WRONG. Pilot bearing must match the TRANSMISSION, not the motor.

[Dave]

i heard jordan is having fabulous success with the 240 he used with his swap . . .

[1990m3]

if by fabulous you mean it blew almost immediately, then yes he did.

it looks like he might be foolish enough to put in another one. I guess he'd rather save money and spend all his days replacing gearboxes than just doing it right the first time:

http://www.e30tech.com/forum/showthread.php?t=56268

[zav3n]

its too wide you need the e30 one thats what i used and it works just fine

[e30this]

Yeah Yeah you can use the tranny.
I got all the pieces I need and the motor in. I just needed them last 2 pieces.
Well other then to finish the exhaust, install the rad and the 318 wire cover.
pics about a day old now. :)



Jordans motor is also the e36 M3, So doesnt it put out more power??
Not much Im sure but I dont plan to beat on mine like he did.
Thanks for the info guys..