E36 gear rattle Show off your latest projects, ask for purchasing or repair advice, share advice, stories and experiences. No problems with performance, no CEL, nothing to complain. When I let off the loud pedal it stops. When I am stuck in heavy traffic the electric fan kicks in and the heat is always dead center so all is well. Some cars that come with lightweight flywheels even do this stock, I believe the 911 GT3 RS has been said to do this. Replacing the helical gear components is expensive and the gears will wear again and the rattle will return. If I back off on the gas in those gears, the rattle comes back, but it's not present at any other gear. E46 (1999 - 2006) E36 (1991 - 1999) E60 / E61 (2004 - 2010 1995 M reg E36 316i compact with around 138K on it due service around about now 6k after last one. Recommended Stage 2 flywheel - M5 clutch conversion for all E36 3-series, E36 M3, Z3 2. Quote and it first started on 3rd gear around 1800 ~ 2300 rpm but now I hear in all gears. 01-20-2010, 11:18 PM #15. The timing is changed by moving the depth of the helical gear on the actuator, inside the gear on the camshaft. Until I come to a stop, it returns. gear, power on, power off. the noise is most apparent between 3500 and 2500 rpm as rpm drops. Full parts list (so far) below. This rattle is a common sound produced by Getrag transmissions, especially the 5-speed models found in E30s, BMWs, and GMs, when the car is in neutral and the clutch is not engaged. E81 / E82 / E87 / E88Model Year Noise starts with about 30% throttle in any gear; Any RPM, but most pronounced between 2k and 4k; Good news is that this can be rectified with a 5th gear detent service that we provide. The rattle disappears when the clutch pedal is pressed or the car is in gear. If rattle kit was installed, perform verification of engine timing procedure in rattle Here is a 'tech bulletin' from ACT that will explain gear rattle, which is the reason for a dual-mass flywheel. E46 (1999 - 2006) E36 (1991 - 1999) E60 / E61 (2004 - 2010 Here's what UUC Motorwerks recommends to cure gear rattle in BMW manual transmissions Make: BMW Models: All BMW models including E46, E39, E36, Z3, and Z4 BMW Transmission Rattle / Gear rattle / Gear lash noise With most any lightened flywheel, everyone sees the benefits immediately due to the reduction of the rotation weight. E36 M3, Jaguar XJR. 2L 3152CC l6 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated: 1999: BMW: M3: All BMW models including E46, E39, E36, Z3, and Z4 BMW Transmission Rattle / Gear rattle / Gear lash noise With most any lightened flywheel, everyone sees the benefits immediately due to the reduction of the rotation weight. What is this. Menu. 2003) E46 (1999 - 2006) E36 (1991 - 1999) E60 / E61 (2004 - 2010) Top Bimmerforums is the preferred online BMW Forum and community for BMW owners. I want to keep the miles off of her and i need more reliability. 75W140 and 90 seems too thick to me. . Complete 6 speed swap. e36 M3 Coupe, e36 325i Sedan e90 335i--SOLD Best 60-130-----9. It's more about where it's placed on the back of the clip. Well my rattle wasnt to bad to begin with. 6. This sound is mostly audible when the top is up This usually happens while in gear accelerating and more often while the engine is still cold or warming up. Similarly , this vanos, like most vanos designs, can develop a rattle over time. Not For all those that want to knowBf. I have a '97 328 and was looking at the uuc M5 clutch kit (and lightweight flywheel). Thinking it could be an exhaust issue i got it checked out. A fresh dual mass flywheel can make a difference. Doug Huffman 150 Replies. As noted above removing the vanos piston bearing axial play significantly reduces the rattle. this stops when 1st gear is engaged. 8 E36 96-98, EU Z3 Coupe 2. VANOS consists of a camshaft gear that operates independently of the intake cam, a splined shaft that slots into the cam gear and a solenoid that controls oil flow to the VANOS shaft. You may get some gear rattle at idle however. Long story short, I replaced the dual mass flywheel on my e36 and got usual gear rattle as a result. redram 182 Replies Installation manual 6-cylinder Double Vanos Rattle; They are found in the 3-series E36 93-97, 5-series E34 93-95 / E39 96-98, 7-series E38 95-98, Z3 Roadster 2. There is no idle gear noise when my RP Syncromax is cold, 35. redram 194 Replies. Last edited by chefsboss; 93 e36 vert / 95 This flywheel, coupled with compatible E36 M3 clutch components, provides reduced MOI and enhanced performance over the heavier OE DM flywheel while mitigating the transmission input-shaft gear rattle commonly associated with the replacement of the factory DM flywheel with a lightened flywheel. This is a symptom of a worn flywheel, correct? My engine mounts are fine. The following is merely to illustrate to uninformed enthusiasts my experience with the UUC performance organic clutch I purchased to replace my stock M3 The front half of an E36 328i manual propshaft; E36 328i gear selector rod; The guy I bought it from was planning on taking an auto E36 318i coupe and swapping it to manual, swapping in an M52B28 and turbo-ing it, and it I suppose he bit off more than he could chew so he was moving the parts on. You can read more about the swap here. E46 (1999 - 2006) E36 (1991 - 1999) E60 / E61 (2004 - 2010) Top Contributors this Month View All. Last edited by Vbcarguy; 10-14-2010 at 03:28 PM if you are talking about the slight rattle at idle with the clutch out. I've read a bunch of posts, but haven't seen this exact issue covered. It was the brake pad on the inside of the rotor, one of the clips holding Hello everyone, I own a 2007 750 LI I have had a squeak/rattle that appears to be coming just above my headliner console, I removed all of the covers containing the interior light switches, the sunroof control and the SOS button, this is easy to do with a butter knife but be careful not to mar the surface of the headliner, when all of these are 1995 Avus e36 m3 2009 Dinan S3-R M3. Greetings all, I saw a thread posted in 2010 on this but no clear answer. Erox325xi. Is there a clutch setup that will handle the power and not have the gear rattle? Or at least help the gear rattle problem. No gear rattle at the moment. G42Model Year: 2021 + 4. 765 posts · Joined 2012 Add to quote; Only show this user #4 2006 Z4 3. I started out with RP, but I've been running MT-90 to help with the rattle, which it did help relative to the Synchromax. Clutch + Flywheel. Our professionals are here to help make sure you find the answers you need to your questions and I have been hearing a rattle coming from the rear. the rattle noise only appears when the car warmed up, and only at a certain rpm about 1000~1200 I am taking it to dealer E46 (1999 - 2006) E36 (1991 - 1999) E60 / E61 (2004 - 2010) Top Contributors this Month View All. Sounds like it isn't coming from the engine bay, but more like the transmission and is only noticeable when I am at a standstill idling. View Profile View Forum Posts Member Join Date Apr 2020 E36 OEM dual mass flywheel, clutch disc, and pressure plate. Not sure yet if it could be vanos or something else, by checking with a screwdriver as mechanic's stethoscope I had the This subreddit is a safe haven for all things E36. I gave hin the details on the M70 engine, but I have no wiring diagrams for the E36. /// M3 — Alpine White E46, Imola Red E46, Alpine White E36, Arctic Silver E36 RX-7 FD3S R1 — Brilliant Black ⇢ 504 RWHP ⇢ 11. to do the shift pins. I might make a better one, its just E36 (1991 - 1999) Help Troubleshooting Shifter Vibration ? Jump to Latest 37K views 20 I do not know if the "shake" in 2nd gear is related to the "rattle" which I am experiencing presently. i got rattling coming from my gear shifter. com/blog/bmw-grinding-soundBMW brake cable retainer clip https://bit. Bimmerforums is the preferred online BMW Forum and community for BMW owners. The dual-mass flywheel dampens the motor’s vibrations in order to keep the transmission gears from rattling. The US 330i ZHP (performance package) has F90 M5; E36 M3 Turbo. Hoyt Clagwell. 5K views 7 replies My last annoying rattle was initially masked by the parking brake issue, but is now pretty obvious. View Profile View Forum Posts Member Join Date Sep 2014 Location Newnan Georgia If you have gear rattle with OEM flywheel and E36 328i Sport. I think you are using the wrong mix. 5-11 lb. 8/1. I'm experiencing harsh gearset rattle on deceleration, and certain RPM's where the engine NVH is at its worst. 09-14-2014, 10:50 PM #3. That's not as important as being sure that there's enough gear lube in the tranny. The engine seems to be running fine along with Year: 2001 M3 E46 (Stock) 48,000kms 6spd Manual Transmission Oil change done every 6000kms Use 91 Octane fuel I am experiencing some engine rattle noise at low RPMs. It is gear chatter and it is a common complaint when people take out the dual-mass flywheel. It occurs only in that range. On the E46 6-cylinder cars the 320i, 323i, and 330i are susceptible to achieving this resonance and rattle. looking forward to have the dealership fix it when my next service. Reply With Quote. The old owner originally got the jb So after replacing what looked like OE/OEM mounts I replaced them with UUC Black ones that the previous owner bought but didn't install, the car rattles and makes a clunking noise when coasting or slowing down regardless of being in or out of gear. any idea's of what it could be?-mike Flywheel rattle or gear rattle (what we're discussing) happens with the car is in neutral with the clutch depressed and sounds louder with a/c on etc. Press in on helical gear shaft to fully separate piston from cylinder cover. By Feist92, May 14, 2013 in Maintenance. Over age and use these diaphragm springs (like a coned washer) will weaken and wear out, causing additional VANOS and gear rattle on S62. Once a customer order is written up, we require half down to get started. aluminum SMFs for instance, yeah, an increase in idle RPM gear noise should be expected, but there are plenty of I have a very good mechanic for a friend and he told me that the reason people tend to get this rattle is because of the flywheel not being absolutely true. COM. However, I have to assume this is more of a permanent issue based on the fact that the symptom is very consistent. compression was fine and theres no visible issues under the valve cover. In my case, I also have noticeable gear noise during engine braking. Go here to the DIY and do it this weekend to quiet that rattle or avoid potential future failure: e36. change transmission fluid. 2l * Z3 M Roadster 3. that's normal. * E36 M3 3. This may or may not be related. I put the whole qt of lucas in and toped the rest off with the mobile. This can cause noise and rattle at idle and startup. c Hi, I have an e34 535is, the dual mass flywheel is shockingly noisy, it makes the most horendous rattling noise. Rear Wheel Bearing Diagnosis Confirm ETA: It was the right wheel bearing, see post 11 below for details. Store. This totally gets rid of the rattle gear lash noise. The sound is like metal vibration or tapping noise and it sounds like something is loose when accelerating. Than damn rattling bastard. joe0195 Discussion starter. Chapter Finder. 6 liter E34 M5. on both tranny pans and the filters. Once you determine the problem, we put together some really nice suspension kits for the E36 that may help you: Suspension-Front and Rear Rattle on decel doesn't exactly mean tensioner. shawnsheridan 448 Replies. 2 Evo came with the Getrag 420G 6 speed manual gearbox. it happens in and out of gear. I've had this rattle coming from the passenger size of the car but can't exactly pinpoint it. First, the lightened flywheel has less mass to damp the power pulse variations. Jump to Latest I took it to a repair shop and they replaced a keyway on the gear box, all is fine now . This spring loads the sprocket rotational movement to dampen the rattle quick movements. It fits between the hub and the cam gear. Mid-Weight Steel Flywheel - BMW E36, E46, Z3 and Z4 Models both contribute independently to help dampen the transmission gear rattle associated with the installation of a lightweight flywheel on many street driven BMW's (View Listing) Carbon Fiber Engine Shroud Kit - Second gear is the one that gets the most wear and tear in any manual gearbox. epysxtgjxsvnbodzxromkmebqpcpafgwfhivzqhbnjifdbqpgqnfjpxrnwvetdhsoltoqgbblphuxoimg