lightweight flywheel

[Happy]

Originally Posted by e39_touring

That was me, and a few thousand miles later, I'm still happy. I got my Valeo kit from Amazon warehouse for $210 or thereabouts. Any kit for the 10-spline (zf 5 spd) trans will work in the E53. There are some differences in the amount of friction material on the clutch plates in the Valeo kits, but they'll all work.

I also commented in some other threads about the setup. Just search for 'Valeo', and you'll see some threads about suspension refresh and clutch work - it'll be in there.

One thing I'd HIGHLY recommend doing while you have the trans out is the detents. They tend to stick over time (and make your shifter lean toward 5th instead of springing back to the center). The parts are only a few dollars and not that hard to install.

Good luck with your install!

Hahaha... I love you guys! I try to remember as much as I can to keep my brain healthy.

I totally agree with the detents repair, as well as your shift linkage bushings.

Edit: And compliment it with an E46 ZHP shift knob.