Convert my E30 M40 from auto to manual

[evilnickwong]

Hi guys,This week, my auto gearbox was acting funny.Shifting to R would sometimes result in a delay of 1-2 seconds before the reverse gear actually engaged.And when in D, the engine would always rev freely for abit when shifting. My mech says it's the clutch slipping.He gave me two choices:Get a second hand gearbox from a chopshop, but warranty oni 1-2 weeks since chop shop condition also unknown.Est Cost: RM2.4k including labourOr, overhaul my current gearbox with new parts for whatever needs to be replaced.Est Cost: RM3.2k including labourI myself am thinking of a 3rd option and that is to just switch to a 5spd manual instead.Will that be cheaper? I'm talking total cost as well. I've seen ppl selling M40 engine + gearbox for

 

[yeecher]

hi nick i changed the transmission in my previous e36 328i from auto to 5-spd manual and was probably the best RM7k spent on the car (i've invested over 40k in other mods). 0-100 sprint will improve by about 1.0s. the gearbox should come with all necessary item like the pedals, wiring, etc important is you get a good mechanic with experience to do it. i did mine at rgb motor works in jalan ampang. good luck!