Posted by Jeff on January 28, 2000 at 23:52:18:
In Reply to: Re: driveshaft...auto/5-speed swap...difference??? posted by Ryan Bryan on January 28, 2000 at 23:42:56:
Interested as well....
I have a 77 530i with supernatural exhaust + 4speed, but also have a 265 tranny[NEEDING TO BE INSTALLED] without the drive shaft and shift linkage . WHAT IS THE SIZE OF DRIVELINE I CAN USE AND WHAT IS THE LINKAGE USEABLE? PLEASE RESPOND WITH YR. AND MAKE!! MUCHOS GRACIAS!!!!!!
: : I thought more info might help:
: Its an 88 535i engine
: can I use the 88 trans??
:
: I now have the option to swap into a 5-speed.I have the engine(3.5l) out ready to install.Should I go w/a 5-speed or just get a new bellhousing and stay w/auto.Hmmmmmmmm...What would I be getting into if I swap?What all will I need?What about my driveshaft?Can I use the one I have or do I have to get a new/different one.Any comments or help would be greatly appreciated.
: : Thanks everyone for thier help.
: : Ryan Bryan
: : 80'528i/3.5l(almost)