Our First BMW M6 Manual Transmission Conversion!

[@jupujii]

I suggest you try to print with a 3D resin printer and ABS resin for smooth finish and no need for sanding. I have had great results with Creative Halot-One resin 3D printer.

[@stormbarnicle7545]

Yes. It would look almost factory with resin without any post processing

[@AdiiS]

You guys are geniuses, amazing work!

[@cparente7]

Congratulations. I am late getting the news you do conversions, makes so much sense. This car still doesn't hold a candle to the E39 M5. ;-)

[@jamesdwyer5314]

Awesome work as always, Ryan. I fear these parts availability woes will only become more prevalent as time goes on, and the pandemic seemed to hasten the process. Really wish BMW would wise up and offer support for their legacy models like Porsche does. They seem more interested these days in launching designer "M" SUVs for the Chinese market, though.

[@E39Source]

I couldn't agree more. Parts availability is going to become a huge problem very soon, and I am not sure how much longer these conversions will be possible.

[@0-60Motorsports]

Amazing work! Thanks for doing this and your videos are awesome from day one. Cheers.

[@E39Source]

Each and each conversion is pretty difference since some customers elect to supply their own transmission, use aftermarket flywheel/clutch kits, different shifters, etc etc. For an estimate for your own conversion, please email me at [e-mail] with details!

[@filipshulikov143]

Absolutely incredible. Great work 🫡

[@torygyberg8837]

Another large helping of awesome sauce!

[@thegenius46m]

Way to go dude! Stoked to see this. Especially the edc button trim. Planning to swap my m6 in the coming future and I already acquired mostly everything last year and would love to acquire that 3d printed panel! Btw as I imagine you will probably do another one of these… for the switch panel, you can pickup a e63/e64 non m switch panel and remove the dsc or dtc (pending year) and transpose it over to the m6 switch panel. Or probably just use the non m switch panel. That’s what I’m going to be doing because like you said, the m6 version is nla or was hilariously priced and just isn’t worth it.

[@E39Source]

Time did not allow for that additional step on this project, but that will be my plan for the future! Good luck with your conversion. We hope to have these trim panels available on E39Source.com before the end of Q1 this year.

[@alexmair3613]

I think I paid more attention to the stirling grey e39 next to the M6 lol.

[@outlaweuro]

This is awesome!

[@FELiPES101]

looks good

[@yass123]

Tyler Hoovie where you at

[@Michael.Saiyan]

THIS IS WHAT I WANT TO DO TO MY M6!!!!! YOU GUYS ARE AWSOME FOR THIS!!! IS THERE A WAY I CAN I FIND MORE DETAILS ABOUT THIS?

[@E39Source]

Thanks for your email, Michael! I hope to be able to do business together soon :)

[@Michael.Saiyan]

It’s going to happen!! 💯😈

[@DoubbleAgent]

Awesome.... The Perfect BMW #V10

[@HaiFisch_TV]

Ouuu now I want to buy an m6

[@adamjames90]

Do you guys do DCT conversions for these cars as well?

[@E39Source]

Not at this time, no. I don't see the DCT as an upgrade to the SMG.

[@rulebrakingaenlle2853]

Nice, nice n more nice!!!! Thinking of a swap for my 07 M6 E64 but still figuring out what are the transmissions that will work (hint, hint) - would a manual from a 06 E64 645ci work? Thx in advance.

[@E39Source]

The N62 V8 transmissions will not work. You need the GS653BZ manual from either the E9x M3 or 6-speed M5/M6 (good luck finding those).

[@TVang]

Nice, been wanting to do this swap to my e63. Have you ever looked into DCT swaps? Seen a few people with them now.

[@E39Source]

It can be done, but I don't view the DCT as an improvement over the SMG. For the expense, there's nothing more enjoyable and reliable than a traditional 6-speed manual.

[@hrishikeshpatil6962]

Would you be doing a video series of this conversion too?

[@E39Source]

It is the same process as the M5 conversion, so I don't plan to an M6 specific series.

[@rich_forever9451]

Amazing work 🔥🔥💯 don’t mean to be nosy but how much did the conversion cost?

[@E39Source]

Each and each conversion is pretty difference since some customers elect to supply their own transmission, use aftermarket flywheel/clutch kits, different shifters, etc etc. For an estimate for your own conversion, please email me at [e-mail] with details!

[@rich_forever9451]

@@E39Source Thank you

[@rulebraking]

Hey Ryan - pinged you on BMW E60 M5 conversion video - so i take it you used a 6 spd E9x M3 S65 gearbox with with the FCP conversion kit for the M6. Q - aside from the longer drive shaft of the M5 and different software update for the M6, do you know if the 6 speed of an M5, linkages and all bits fit M6? Does year make a difference? Much appreciate your awesome content and feedback. cheers

[@E39Source]

Hello! I no longer use the FCP conversion kit; I work out of my own custom parts list using multiple suppliers. The transmission, shifter linkage, and pedal hardware is all the same between the M5 and M6. The only differences are the interior trims/shift knob, driveshaft, and DME software version. No difference between model years on the M6.

[@rulebraking]

@@E39Source Much appreciate your unselfish feedback - very commendable! A shame I moved to ATL from LA - would've made this job a lot simpler coming to you. Know any good shops in GA? Cheers again.

[@E39Source]

@@rulebraking You're welcome! We're the only shop in the United States offering this service. Most of the cars we do come in from the midwest, east coast, or west coast. I can recommend a shipper if you'd consider that!

[@rulebraking]

@@E39Source Having another trucking outfit won't hurt. Continue reviewing all my options and gotta say, your web site content is encyclopedic! Making a nightmare of undertaking just a tough job- but most importantly allowing me to keep my sanity! Truly "Wow"!! Couple of Qs -what's your 2024 labor cost for M6 conversion with most, if not all hardware supplied. BTW - i see no mention of the M5 starter motor replacement* with the s65 6 spd flywheel (* in your parts SS). Per kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6i8fYaZf7V7nNU (minute 2:31 on) or did i miss something? Continue doing a bunch of searching and costings!

[@E39Source]

@@rulebraking Please email me at [e-mail] so I can give you the shippers details in addition to cost estimates. The starter motor does not need to be changed; the S85 and S65 use the same flywheel teeth! Starter motor replacement is very labor intensive though, so I'd wait until it fails before digging into that job. Thanks!

[@clanaoaarmyofallah2557]

How much u guys charge for that? I want to buy an m6 and have manual transmission. Do u guys bullet proof the engine as well?

[@E39Source]

Each conversion is pretty difference since some customers elect to supply their own transmission, use aftermarket flywheel/clutch kits, different shifters, etc etc. For an estimate for your own conversion, please email me at [e-mail] with details.

[@E39Source]

And yes we do offer S85 service as well!

[@Michael.Saiyan]

@@E39SourceI’m going to email you now!!! 😩💯

[@clanaoaarmyofallah2557]

@@E39Source awesome thank you

[@ldadol]

Same differential final drive ratio between manual vs auto?

[@E39Source]

Correct

[@andresguerin7162]

Cost?

[@E39Source]

Each conversion is pretty difference since some customers elect to supply their own transmission, use aftermarket flywheel/clutch kits, different shifters, etc etc. For an estimate for your own conversion, please email me at [e-mail] with details!

[@user-sv8xr4cn1c]

What does it cost to swap to manual

[@Fay-Hen]

good job, but what happed to the power button?

[@E39Source]

The power button is not present on manual M5s/M6s. You can configure the power mode now through iDrive in conjunction with the M button the steering wheel.

[@streetfascist1519]

What would a service like this cost? I’m currently in Northern California with an M6.

[@E39Source]

Each and each conversion is pretty difference since some customers elect to supply their own transmission, use aftermarket flywheel/clutch kits, different shifters, etc etc. For an estimate for your own conversion, please email me at [e-mail] with details!

[@erezyoal]

Mybe in c.n.c and blacked It.

[@Code3media199]

What does parts pricing look like for this swap? Looking to swap my 06 m6.

[@E39Source]

Each and each conversion is pretty difference since some customers elect to supply their own transmission, use aftermarket flywheel/clutch kits, different shifters, etc etc. For an estimate for your own conversion, please email me at [e-mail] with details!

[@pipolebnene]

How much roughly does the conversion cost?

[@E39Source]

Please email me at [e-mail] for additional information. Thank you!

[@keosgaming2.039]

Whats the ticket for the swap$??

[@E39Source]

Thanks for your comment! Please email me at [e-mail] for additional details for the M5/M6 conversion.

[@octaviofermin1465]

What was the cost of the conversion?

[@E39Source]

Each and each conversion is pretty different since some customers elect to supply their own transmission, use aftermarket flywheel/clutch kits, different shifters, etc etc. For an estimate for your own conversion, please email me at [e-mail] with details!

[@alexchavez1011]

How much does a swap like this usually go for ? Do you offer them ive been thinking about manual swapping my 2008 m5

[@E39Source]

Each and each conversion is pretty difference since some customers elect to supply their own transmission, use aftermarket flywheel/clutch kits, different shifters, etc etc. For an estimate for your own conversion, please email me at [e-mail] with details!

[@theotherchannel2028]

manual gearbox does not belong on high (and maybe more importantly, fast) revving machine. mercedes' m156 yes, bmw v10 no.

[@E39Source]

Having driven multiple examples of these cars with both transmissions, I have to respectfully disagree. The SMG removes so much of the enjoyment (and reliability) from these cars.

[@BazvdB]

This guy…

[@ivanwayne2507]

Tell that to Porsche and their 9000 RPM GT3 6sp manual cars that command a premium on the second hand market.

[@theotherchannel2028]

@@ivanwayne2507 porsche knows this, it's the people without sense easily overcome with hypes who they have to cater to.

[@E39Source]

Traditionally, these people are known as enthusiasts. They keep Porsche (and BMW) in business and are the reason most of these phenomenal vehicles exist in the first place.@@theotherchannel2028