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E36 M3 (1992-1999) {Euro - S50 B32 321hp @ 7400 rpm} {U.S. - S52 B32 240 hp @ 6000 rpm} Total Produced: 71,212 - Years Produced: 1992 to 1999 |
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Getting ready to do the clutch and saw in one of the write-ups that a couple of the torx bolts on the bell housing are E11. I have a set of external torx, but they're all even. Can someone confirm I need an E11?
Lisle makes a nice set, but no E11. Nothing at Autozone, Napa, HD, Lowes, or Sears. |
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You got a bum scoop.
The sizes you need are e10, e12 (starter bolts), and e14. The 7-piece e-torx impact socket set from HF has all those sizes, is cheap, and stands up to air tools. |
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Great, thank you. I already have these in my set, but I've wondered about the quality of HF (Pittsburgh) tools? Do they hold up?
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Don't forget the rather extreme extensions and swivels recommended to get at the upper bolts. |
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See step 11 of the transmission removal DIY
That is written for a Z-3, but there aren't many differences in this part of the car. |
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I just so happened to have the HF e-torx set, and as said, used it with air tools. There are definitely better sockets out there, but they'll suffice if you aren't a professional mechanic who uses them regularly.
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I can't speak specifically to the Z-3 using an E11 in those spots, I think that part is wrong, but the rest of the DIY looks applicable to any E-36. It is interesting that they refer to E12s and E11s so maybe the Z-3 does use E11 there but I have never seen an E11 (or any odd number, for that matter) socket... Really, except for tricks like the long extensions to reach the top bolts, removing a transmission is removing a transmission:
The only variation is on cars like my Super-Stalker that required the engine/transmission to come out a a unit before disassembly. Here is a good thread about how high the car needs to be to remove the transmission without heroics. It is laborious, but doesn't require any really special skills. I haven't done this particular job on my M3 yet (next month I put in the E46 trans), but I trust the advice here about the E12 sizing. I will have to pick up another 1/2" extension to prep for the job. Last edited by enderw88; Wed, Apr-25-2012 at 09:36:22 PM. |
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