Stage 2 Toyota 1JZ 2JZ - 6-speed manual BMW M57n GS6-53DZ HGD JGA - 215mm / 8.46" twin disc

PMC Motorsport Stage 2 – clutch kit Toyota JZ 1JZ 2JZ – 6-speed manual BMW M57N ZF GS6-53DZ HGD JGA E60 525d 530d – 215 mm / 8.46" Twin disc – Sachs XTend 3000 950 709 – max. 700 Nm / 516 lb⋅ft

Complete Stage 2 clutch kit enabling the mating (swap / conversion) of the Toyota JZ 1JZ 2JZ engine (GE, GTE, VVT-i, and non VVT-i versions) with the ZF GS6-53DZ HGD / JGA 6-speed manual transmission used in BMW diesel models with M57N / M57N2 engine (E60 / E61 525d / 530d), as well as its GS6X53DZ HGE / JGB xDrive variant. The kit includes a gearbox adapter plate, custom PMC Motorsport flywheel for a Sachs XTend 3000 950 709 twin-disc clutch from BMW E9x M3 V8 – self-adjusting pressure plate, two clutch discs, and release bearing with clutch fork. Maximum torque capacity is 700 Nm (516 lb⋅ft). Perfect solution for high-power turbo builds – daily driving, drift, and motorsport.

Planning a Toyota JZ 1JZ 2JZ swap in your BMW (E30, E36, E46, E34, E39, E90, E91, E92, E60, E61, E81, E82, E87)? Our adapter plate is a reliable solution. Swap your automatic transmission for a BMW manual gearbox and unlock new possibilities.

PMC Motorsport adapter plates are not only for automatic-to-manual conversions in cars with Toyota JZ 1JZ 2JZ engines, but also support JZ engine swaps into BMW and other vehicles such as Nissan (S13, S14, S15, PS13) or Mazda RX-7 / RX-8.

Aluminum gearbox adapter plate designed to simplify transmission installation as much as possible, avoiding radical modifications like cutting off the entire gearbox bellhousing – only preparing a hole for the starter motor is required. Custom flywheels dedicated to PMC Motorsport adapters are made of aluminum with a replaceable friction plate, tested and balanced before shipping. Flywheel designed for 215 mm (8.46") Sachs XTend 3000 950 709 (3000.950.709-S) twin-disc clutch from BMW E9x M3 V8. Two friction discs handle higher torque capacity than a single-disc clutch of the same diameter, maintaining operating comfort thanks to the self-adjusting pressure plate. Adapter thickness: 20 mm (0.78").

PMC Motorsport gearbox adapter plates are synonymous with precision and top quality. The design process based on 3D scanning and inspection using a measuring arm ensure a perfect fit. Production on modern CNC machines guarantees ideal alignment (concentricity) of engine and transmission, which is critical for drivetrain longevity.

Additional Information

Installation Instructions

For flywheel installation, it is required to use the automatic flexplate / starter ring gear Toyota OE 32101-30090 or 32101-22050 and a 4.5 mm spacer washer between the engine block and flexplate, Toyota OE 32116-22020 (not included). Torque the flywheel to the crankshaft using the supplied bolts to 72 Nm (53.1 lb⋅ft) with threadlocker. When installing the twin-disc kit, the release bearing from the Sachs XTend kit must be shortened – as shown in the graphic below. Install the clutch release fork in the upper release bearing position. For adapter installation, use a Toyota JZ starter motor without a nose cone / pinion shield – see details in the FAQ section.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which engines is the kit compatible with?

For Toyota JZ family engines: 1JZ (1JZ-FSE, 1JZ-GE, 1JZ-GTE) and 2JZ (2JZ-FSE, 2JZ-GE, 2JZ-GTE), both VVT-i and non VVT-i versions.

Which gearboxes is the kit compatible with?

For 6-speed manual ZF GS6-53DZ from BMW with M57N / M57N2 diesel engine in HGD (THGD) and JGA (TJGA) versions – E60 / E61 525d and 530d – and for ZF GS6X53DZ from xDrive versions: HGE (THGE) and JGB (TJGB).

Do I need to cut the gearbox bellhousing?

No. The adapter is designed to avoid cutting the bellhousing – you only need to prepare an opening for the starter motor.

What extra parts do I need to buy for installation?

Automatic Toyota 1JZ / 2JZ flexplate / ring gear, OE 32101-30090 or 32101-22050, and one 4.5 mm spacer washer between engine block and flexplate, Toyota OE 32116-22020. You also need a clutch slave cylinder specific to your gearbox and a Toyota JZ starter motor (see question below). These parts are not included in the kit.

What clutch is included in the kit?

Sachs XTend 3000 950 709 (3000.950.709-S) twin-disc clutch from BMW E9x M3 V8 with 215 mm (8.46") diameter: self-adjusting pressure plate, two clutch discs with 32.5x35-26N spline (26 teeth) for ZF GS6-53DZ gearbox, and release bearing with clutch fork.

What torque can the Stage 2 kit handle?

The maximum torque rating for the kit is 700 Nm (516 lb⋅ft).

Do I need to modify the release bearing?

Yes. When installing the twin-disc kit, the release bearing from the Sachs XTend kit must be shortened. How to perform this is shown in the graphic in the "Installation Instructions" section. Install the clutch release fork in the upper release bearing position.

Which starter motor should be used?

Toyota JZ starter motor without a nose cone / pinion shield. Installation method depends on the adapter version:

a) adapters produced up to 2022 – starter is installed identically to original equipment (OE);

b) adapters produced from 2022 to 2025 – one of the starter mounting holes in the engine block must be reamed to a diameter of ∅12.9–13.2 mm (0.507"–0.520") to a depth of 22 mm (0.866"), then use the bushing from kit AN 335-M10 and bolt it with an ISO 4762-M10x35 bolt;

c) adapters manufactured from January 2025 – enlarge the lower mounting hole in the starter motor to a diameter of ∅12–13 mm and thread the engine block to M12x1.5.

Does the adapter plate also fit the ZF 8HP automatic transmission?

Yes. The PMC Motorsport adapter plate itself is universal and fits most BMW gearboxes (applies to adapter plates manufactured after 2022). When converting to a ZF 8HP automatic transmission, the standard flywheel must be replaced with a PMC Motorsport 8HP torque converter adapter.

What does the kit include?

Aluminum gearbox adapter plate with mounting bolts, custom PMC Motorsport flywheel for 215 mm twin-disc clutch with replaceable friction surface, crankshaft bolts, pressure plate bolts, and Sachs XTend 3000 950 709 clutch kit (pressure plate, two discs, release bearing with clutch fork).

Can I buy just the adapter plate or just the flywheel?

Yes. Every item in the kit is available separately – including just the adapter plate with flywheel, without clutch kit.

Does the price include customs duty for shipments outside the European Union?

No. The product price and shipping quote do not include customs duties or additional fees that may apply in the recipient's country.

Can I buy with 0% VAT?

Yes, if you are a B2B customer outside Poland with an active EU VAT number (verified in the VIES system) or ordering with shipment outside the EU.

Is the supplied manual sufficient for installation?

The manual covers mating the engine and transmission outside the vehicle body. Depending on the car model, additional modifications may be required: engine mounts, bushings, firewall clearance, transmission tunnel, driveshaft length. We recommend professional installation.

It is worth noting that a lightweight single-mass flywheel provides an uncompromising throttle response at the cost of eliminating factory damping components. This results in a more direct drivetrain operation, which may lead to a natural increase in gear noise from the transmission. This is a desired characteristic in sports vehicles resulting from the rigid connection between engine and drivetrain