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    Manual swap questions.

    Couple questions about manual swap.
    Car is 325i 90 with air bag.

    What other models years would fit without mods?
    Do I have to worry airbag? Any specific things to look for?
    Would a manual transmission from 318 fit?
    Recommended manual transmission? Part number if possible?
    Thanks

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    I’m preparing to swap a manual into my ‘92.

    Airbag cars have different pedals, so you will need pedals from an airbag car.

    Earlies had different shifters, so you’ll want a post 1989 shifter, I believe.

    The 325 and 318 had different manual transmissions. You will need a Getrag 260 out of an E30. 260s were installed in other BMWs too, but the bell housings are different.

    You’ll need to change at least the front half of the driveshaft.

    Also, that 4:10 diff in back may be geared too low for long highway drives.
    Jon (OO=[][]=OO)
    1992 325ic white, stock with a 5-speed swap
    Palm Beach County

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