Transmission compatability

Davyhay · 03-05-2015, 02:28 PM

I have a 2008 AT with 125K miles on it. The 4-5 clutches have decided to give up the ghost, and I now am in the market for a used transmission.

I am wondering what other vehicles came with the same ZF transmission. My thinking is that it would be better--if possible--to find a transmission from a low-mileage salvage car, with less potential for abuse, and from a more desirable car, as well.

Can anyone lend me the benefit of your knowledge on this subject?

livnpaintball2 · 03-09-2015, 11:23 PM

I'm rebuilding mine now, the overhaul kit, fiber clutches, and zip kit for the valve body cost under $600. Your stuck with the BMW trans.

livnpaintball2 · 03-09-2015, 11:25 PM

Car-part.com for used stuff

milocher · 03-10-2015, 02:12 AM

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Originally Posted by livnpaintball2

I'm rebuilding mine now, the overhaul kit, fiber clutches, and zip kit for the valve body cost under $600. Your stuck with the BMW trans.

Where did you get the parts from?

OzJustin · 03-10-2015, 03:47 AM

How difficult would it be to swap from the ZF auto to the 6 speed manual box?

Dackelone · 03-10-2015, 04:21 AM

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Originally Posted by milocher

Where did you get the parts from?

Try these guys...

California Transmission Supply Company
www.thectsc.com

milocher · 03-10-2015, 08:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Dackelone

Try these guys...

California Transmission Supply Company
www.thectsc.com

Thanks Dak!

livnpaintball2 · 03-10-2015, 12:43 PM

That's who I used

livnpaintball2 · 03-10-2015, 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by OzJustin

How difficult would it be to swap from the ZF auto to the 6 speed manual box?

Better off buying a 1 with manual trans, converting cost too much unless you have a wrecked 135 to pick from.

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livnpaintball2 Second Lieutenant 36 Rep 260 Posts Drives: E82 N54 Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Dfw iTrader: (0)	I'm rebuilding mine now, the overhaul kit, fiber clutches, and zip kit for the valve body cost under $600. Your stuck with the BMW trans. __________________ 08 135 SB DCI, VRSF 7" fmic, VRSF DP, Berk street, Wavetrac!, Koni yellows, eibach sways, M3 lca, Dinan plates, poly bushings, JB4 iso5, E85, Alpina flash/m3 paddles, CP, walbro, and other crap. VVT Stg1
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OzJustin Lieutenant 77 Rep 541 Posts Drives: 2008 135i AT Monaco Blue Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Brisbane, Australia iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW 135i [8.66]	How difficult would it be to swap from the ZF auto to the 6 speed manual box? __________________ My Build Thread
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