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I'm scared of wasting 600$ if it doesnt fit for some reason my 328i. what about the half shafts? i read they are thicker on the 335i, but the mating surface might be the same going into the diff?
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This part number on sale would only work for pre-LCI 335/445is with an RWD, automatic transmission.. It would not fit a 328i due to the difference size half-shafts..
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https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/at...8;d=1396299404
This dude ordered the wrong part number to save a buck but had to end up purchasing the correct one, they're vehicle specific, especially for automatic vehicles.
M-Performance Differential for M235i https://www.2addicts.com/forums/show....php?t=1582784 |
You really are making this too difficult.
It will fit in place of any vehicle that has the original part number 33107603748 (or the part preceding 33107603749) non-lsd 3.15 differential that is being replaced. If the shaft and other parts work for part 33107603748 or 33107603749, they will plug right in to the LSD on sale in each of these 33 cars. |
If all the stats line up and you don't mind rolling the dice, then go for it. Believe me, I won't lose any sleep if it doesn't work. 
Just sharing the fact that BMW stated in black and white that this part is exclusively made for the 335/435 RWD, automatic only, whatever the reason might be.
Also, the thread I shared confirms that you will run into issues with an automatic and the final drive is off from the original, no mix and matching.
Do what you please, just a little Caveat Emptor for those don't care to waste time and money on possible buying the wrong part. |
According to BMW, the M3/M4 Steering Wheels, Seats and even 437/666 wheels will not fit on a F3x either.
Sometimes you have to use some common sense.
If the cars all use a non lsd differential part number 33107603748, then the Replacement LSD is going to fit all those cars all those cars as well. |
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Originally Posted by IK6SPEED
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Originally Posted by Poochie
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Originally Posted by Poochie
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Originally Posted by RMachuca3d
I'm scared of wasting 600$ if it doesnt fit for some reason my 328i. what about the half shafts? i read they are thicker on the 335i, but the mating surface might be the same going into the diff?
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This part number on sale would only work for pre-LCI 335/445is with an RWD, automatic transmission.. It would not fit a 328i due to the difference size half-shafts..
.
https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/at...8;d=1396299404
This dude ordered the wrong part number to save a buck but had to end up purchasing the correct one, they're vehicle specific, especially for automatic vehicles.
M-Performance Differential for M235i https://www.2addicts.com/forums/show....php?t=1582784 |
You really are making this too difficult.
It will fit in place of any vehicle that has the original part number 33107603748 (or the part preceding 33107603749) non-lsd 3.15 differential that is being replaced. If the shaft and other parts work for part 33107603748 or 33107603749, they will plug right in to the LSD on sale in each of these 33 cars. |
If all the stats line up and you don't mind rolling the dice, then go for it. Believe me, I won't lose any sleep if it doesn't work.
Just sharing the fact that BMW stated in black and white that this part is exclusively made for the 335/435 RWD, automatic only, whatever the reason might be.
Also, the thread I shared confirms that you will run into issues with an automatic and the final drive is off from the original, no mix and matching.
Do what you please, just a little Caveat Emptor for those don't care to waste time and money on possible buying the wrong part. |
According to BMW, the M3/M4 Steering Wheels, Seats and even 437/666 wheels will not fit on a F3x either.
Sometimes you have to use some common sense.
If the cars all use a non lsd differential part number 33107603748, then the Replacement LSD is going to fit all those cars all those cars as well. |
Ok... so it will bolt up just fine because all f30 use the same diff housing, but the guts of it will be different and will cause issues with the e-diff. That's why it's for 335i/435i rwd auto. Good luck to any non 335i/435i who try it. Mine comes in a week and I'm pumped.
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