DIY BMW ZF320 (328i/M3) Detent Repair Made Easy (Sloppy Shifter/5th Gear Lean Gone)

[@Tyreakmcgregor]

This was a good video, I like how everything was detailed 👍🏾

[@RaceGerman]

Thank you!

[@szephr2713]

Detailed and informative video, very helpful! I do have a question - does 4th gear need to have it's detent pin replaced as well? There's five pins in the kit but six total gears in the car, counting reverse.

[@RaceGerman]

No. The service bulletin never calls out 4th gear. Was never an issue.

[@szephr2713]

@@RaceGerman Right on

[@bimmermavenwrench1660]

for this and seal change video: better lighting get your hands out of the way or change camera angle get closer to the work for your enjoyment.... secure the trans to the bench....angle iron and a couple holes; bolt into side of bench and bellhousing; or, when it falls on the floor and cracks the case.... 5th and Rev pins also come out easily with a 1/4 inch NPT tap grind the tip of an old screw driver to match the radius of the holes for 5th and R; bevel the edge; you can easily pry and bend the old sleeves towards the center. then grab with needle nose.

[@RaceGerman]

Thanks, this was an earlier video that I never posted. The newer ones are better

[@smcarmel]

Have you ever, or heard if it’s possible to rebuild the syncros?

[@7beast298]

Awesome video! If u don't mind me asking: what transmission fluid should I use for my transmission? It's a 1998 z3 328i and it has the same MTF-LT1 sticker as your transmission in the video. What oil do u feel is best? Thanks

[@RaceGerman]

We use redline. We sell a service kit racegerman.com/products/redline-transmission-service-kit?_pos=5&_sid=db2cba9b6&_ss=r

[@hectorcifuentes7522]

Hola, voy a cambiar las mismas piezas, podrías enviarme las medidas de las herramientas?

[@barefootgreg2019]

I have one detent pin that refuses to come out, the one on top towards the front. There seems to be a ring formed in the case at the top and the detent will not go past. The other two came out with the magnet no problem. Any suggestions?

[@kc550]

Great video!! Just wondering if this is normal or not, but I have the ZF trans on a bench here and I cannot shift into reverse, just all other gears. Also seems to produce a loudish metal on metal bang when you go into 3rd. It is clangy/bangy when shifting like this but more noticeable between 3rd and 4th. Cheers!!

[@RaceGerman]

Wouldn't say it's normal. But make sure you have the correct fluid level in there. If low on fluid it will be hard to shift

[@kc550]

@RaceGerman yeah I'm not sure on the level, I just picked it up yesterday. So in theory, you should be able to bring the shifter all the way over to the left and slip it up into reverse? A reminder that the trans is out of the vehicle. Thanks so much for your help!

[@RaceGerman]

Ya. Should be able to get in all gears

[@kc550]

@@RaceGerman thanks! Appreciate it!

[@kc550]

@@RaceGerman got it into reverse! I was just being a baby back bitch 😅 detents are tight I guess. Thanks again for the quick support! Love your vids!

[@Mertzy63]

Dumb question, but would this be the exact same process, kit, etc. for a ZF310?

[@RaceGerman]

Yes. It's the same

[@spaceexplorer6636]

Interested in buying the kit. How would I do that. Thanks.

[@RaceGerman]

You can purchase on our website. Racegerman.com

[@Andrewlone174]

Does anyone know where I can find same video but about 6 speed gearbox??????????????????!

[@araboharabedian]

good video! makes me almost want to have a transmission with this issue just to try this fix =)

[@RaceGerman]

Thank you!

[@jasonboatner825]

When will these be back in stock

[@RaceGerman]

Will be back in stock this week.

[@namkinh6937]

I want to buy a MT S5d 250G or 320z for M54 engine... Can you get i a reputable address on ebay?...My country does'nt have this tranmission..

[@RaceGerman]

Sorry we don’t sell transmissions.

[@grvyrdgang5672]

Can you make a video on how to set timing on m5x motors

[@araboharabedian]

theres too many videos on that already man

[@RaceGerman]

If I have an engine torn apart, yeah I will. The Bentley manual does a great step by step walk through. Highly suggest you buy one working on any of these cars.