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  • lashtx
    Advanced Member
    • Aug 2008
    • 133
    #1

    M30 Swap Trans questions

    any issue using a 1985 535i 265 tranny? Or is it better to use the 260 6/??

    Any opinions on which tranny is best for the swap, and if anyone has one for sale?? Hint hint, I got cash.
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    • Jean
      Moderator
      • Aug 2006
      • 18228
      #2
      From what I read, many have mentioned 260/6 to be stronger of the two. But, the 265 would make the install/removal easier if it has the removable bellhousing. 265 will also dictate a different lower mount and driveshaft.

      I believe there are a couple 260/6 5speeds for sale here on the forum.
      Mtech1 v8 build thread - https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/sho...d.php?t=413205



      OEM v8 manual chip or dme - https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/sho....php?p=4938827

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        • Good & Tight
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          • Apr 2004
          • 2057
          #3
          I am running 500hp/tq with a 265 with no issues at all.
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            • lashtx
              Advanced Member
              • Aug 2008
              • 133
              #4
              Good,

              What driveshaft did you use? Custom?

              Thanks
              kris

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                • Doughnut
                  E30 Modder
                  • Oct 2007
                  • 869
                  #5
                  Post #41, picture #12... http://www.r3vlimited.com/board/show...t=86831&page=3

                  His tailshaft is heavily shortened because of the g265 and the fact that he has placed the m30 as far back as possible.
                  Last edited by Doughnut; 10-01-2009, 11:39 PM. Reason: Forgot the link.
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