2012 BMW M5, M6
BMW purists, grab your pitchforks, light your torches and march on Munich. Why? Because the new M5 won’t have a manual transmission. Worse still, it won’t even get a dual-clutch setup, but a true Mercedes-Benz style slushbox.
According to a report by Motor Trend, BMW engineers planned to use the Getrag M Dual Clutch Transmission for the new M5 and M6, but found the unit wasn’t capable of handling the car’s power – which is rumored to be as high as 578-hp. Apparently new actuators would have solved the problem, but also would have created another one, slowing the gear change time and essentially negating the entire point of a DCT.
As a result, BMW has decided to go with the same 8-speed ZF automatic used in the X5 M and X6 M, complete with manumatic shifting.
True BMW fans are certain to revolt at the news (perhaps even making a Hitler Youtube parody), but their power should not be underestimated. The current M5 model was initially offered only with a 7-speed SMG transmission (and we thought that was bad news then), but BMW was eventually forced into offering a manual due to consumer demand.
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2011-11-09
Two Mass Flywheel DSG
Two Mass Flywheel for DSG transmission for the best price on the market!! If you hear unnatural sound, its time to exchange your Two Mass Flywheel now. Use: engines 1.9 TDI (77kW) code BLS vehicles VW, Audi, Skoda, Seat. With the Two Mass Flywheel you can keep the engine running at a very low speed idle on modern engines.
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2011-11-01
Valve body tester
We offer now revision and calibration of your valve body.. Prices from 550EUR!! Orders and information at sales@kaps.cz
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2011-10-20
Oils and Fluids
You can now order Oils and Fluids through our eshop. Please check www.kaps-parts.com.
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2011-10-13
AWTF80SC parts minus 25%!!
Please check our offer for the TF80SC gearbox ...
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2011-09-05
!! Oil sump with filter 6HP26 on SALE !!
Oil sump 6HP26 for 61,69 EUR (exl. VAT). Orders on www.kaps-parts.com - KITS Quicksearch / 6HP26 / Oil filters or on sales@kaps.cz
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2011-02-21
2012 BMW M5, M6
2012 BMW M5, M6 to Come Exclusively With an Automatic Transmission
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2011-01-12
9-Speed Automatic Transmission
ZF has developed the world’s first 9-speed automatic transmission for vehicles equipped with a transversely mounted engine. It will be built in a new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility near Greenville, South Carolina.