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The factory BMW flywheel is a 2 piece design that mitigates vibration and creates a comfortable driving experience. A single piece aftermarket flywheel will allow the engine to rev quicker and gives shifting a much more direct and mechanical feel. This also makes clutch modulation on spirited takeoffs much easier and more predictable and is a must if you plan on tracking or competing in your BMW.

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E36 M3, MZ3 JB Racing Lightweight Aluminum Flywheel
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Aluminum flywheels are much lighter than the stock steel flywheel and that produces better throttle response and more available horsepower to the wheels for faster acceleration. The JB Racing aluminum flywheels are a direct replacement for the stock flywheel and work with stock clutch components for an easy upgrade with very little downside.

Modern flywheels are built with additional components and features that are designed to dampen and minimize vibrations from the engine and transmission. As a result they have become bloated in weight and that means more energy is used up just making the flywheel spin. The weight difference between an aluminum and steel flywheel is huge - sometimes more than 50% less. Without the additional mass, more energy can be diverted to where it counts most - moving the car. The flywheel and clutch is one of the first areas that engine builders address when making the rotating assembly lighter for race engines. The dampening effect is just not needed on cars that are focused on performance.

In addition to releasing more power to the wheels, the lighter flywheel allows the engine to spin more freely, which improves throttle response. Again, the difference is huge as you watch the revs build faster than before. With the engine spinning easier the power band comes up much sooner. The stock steel flywheel feels lazy in comparison. There is a driving adjustment required to get used to how much faster the engine revs but that's not really a downside.

The JB lightweight flywheel is designed to be used with a factory organic clutch - the same clutch kit that you would get from any BMW dealer. This makes replacement clutch components easy to source and inexpensive when compared to specialized racing clutches. By using the factory BMW clutch, JB has also made the whole assembly easy to live with when used on the street. The clutch behaves the same as it originally did - just with better throttle response and more power! The JB flywheel can also be rebuilt with a new clutch contact surface - you don't have to buy a new flywheel.

Aluminum flywheels are considered 'single-mass' flywheels because they do not have the same dampening designs as an original 'dual-mass' flywheel. With a single-mass design more noise and vibration may be noticeable. There are steps you can take to minimize the noise - heavier weight transmission oil and clutch discs with anti-rattle springs (sprung-hub clutch). In addition to the standard replacement clutches, we also sell Sachs Performance sprung hub clutches that also work with the JB flywheels.

Stock Flywheel Weight = 25.5lbs
JB Flywheel Weight = 10.0lbs

This item fits the following BMWs:
1995-1999 E36 BMW M3
1998-2002 Z3 BMW Z3 M Roadster M Coupe
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E30 318i/is, E36 318i, Z3 1.9 JB Racing Lightweight Aluminum Flywheel...
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Aluminum flywheels are much lighter than the stock steel flywheel and that produces better throttle response and more available horsepower to the wheels for faster acceleration. The JB Racing aluminum flywheels are a direct replacement for the stock flywheel and work with stock clutch components for an easy upgrade with very little downside.

Modern flywheels are built with additional components and features that are designed to dampen and minimize vibrations from the engine and transmission. As a result they have become bloated in weight and that means more energy is used up just making the flywheel spin. The weight difference between an aluminum and steel flywheel is huge - sometimes more than 50% less. Without the additional mass, more energy can be diverted to where it counts most - moving the car. The flywheel and clutch is one of the first areas that engine builders address when making the rotating assembly lighter for race engines. The dampening effect is just not needed on cars that are focused on performance.

In addition to releasing more power to the wheels, the lighter flywheel allows the engine to spin more freely, which improves throttle response. Again, the difference is huge as you watch the revs build faster than before. With the engine spinning easier the power band comes up much sooner. The stock steel flywheel feels lazy in comparison. There is a driving adjustment required to get used to how much faster the engine revs but that's not really a downside.

The JB lightweight flywheel is designed to be used with a factory organic clutch - the same clutch kit that you would get from any BMW dealer. This makes replacement clutch components easy to source and inexpensive when compared to specialized racing clutches. By using the factory BMW clutch, JB has also made the whole assembly easy to live with when used on the street. The clutch behaves the same as it originally did - just with better throttle response and more power! The JB flywheel can also be rebuilt with a new clutch contact surface - you don't have to buy a new flywheel.

Aluminum flywheels are considered 'single-mass' flywheels because they do not have the same dampening designs as an original 'dual-mass' flywheel. With a single-mass design more noise and vibration may be noticeable. There are steps you can take to minimize the noise - heavier weight transmission oil and clutch discs with anti-rattle springs (sprung-hub clutch).

Stock Flywheel Weight = 27.0lbs
JB Flywheel Weight = 9.0lbs

This item fits the following BMWs:
1989-1992 E30 BMW 318i 318is 318ic
1992-1997 E36 BMW 318i 318is 318ti 318ic
1996-1997 Z3 BMW Z3 1.9
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Aluminum flywheels are much lighter than the stock steel flywheel and that produces better throttle response and more available horsepower to the wheels for faster acceleration. The JB Racing aluminum flywheels are a direct replacement for the stock flywheel and work with stock clutch components for an easy upgrade with very little downside.

Modern flywheels are built with additional components and features that are designed to dampen and minimize vibrations from the engine and transmission. As a result they have become bloated in weight and that means more energy is used up just making the flywheel spin. The weight difference between an aluminum and steel flywheel is huge - sometimes more than 50% less. Without the additional mass, more energy can be diverted to where it counts most - moving the car. The flywheel and clutch is one of the first areas that engine builders address when making the rotating assembly lighter for race engines. The dampening effect is just not needed on cars that are focused on performance.

In addition to releasing more power to the wheels, the lighter flywheel allows the engine to spin more freely, which improves throttle response. Again, the difference is huge as you watch the revs build faster than before. With the engine spinning easier the power band comes up much sooner. The stock steel flywheel feels lazy in comparison. There is a driving adjustment required to get used to how much faster the engine revs but that's not really a downside.

The JB lightweight flywheel is designed to be used with a factory organic clutch - the same clutch kit that you would get from any BMW dealer. This makes replacement clutch components easy to source and inexpensive when compared to specialized racing clutches. By using the factory BMW clutch, JB has also made the whole assembly easy to live with when used on the street. The clutch behaves the same as it originally did - just with better throttle response and more power! The JB flywheel can also be rebuilt with a new clutch contact surface - you don't have to buy a new flywheel.

Aluminum flywheels are considered 'single-mass' flywheels because they do not have the same dampening designs as an original 'dual-mass' flywheel. With a single-mass design more noise and vibration may be noticeable. There are steps you can take to minimize the noise - heavier weight transmission oil and clutch discs with anti-rattle springs (sprung-hub clutch). In addition to the standard replacement clutches, we also sell Sachs Performance sprung hub clutches that also work with the JB flywheels.

Stock Flywheel Weight = 25.0lbs
JB Flywheel Weight = 10.0lbs

This item fits the following BMWs:
1999-2002 E46 BMW 323i 323ci 325i 325ci 328i 328ci 330i 330ci (with 5-speed manual transmission)
2001-2005 E46 BMW 325xi 330xi
1997-2002 Z3 BMW Z3 2.3 Z3 2.5i Z3 2.8 Z3 3.0i
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E36/E46 ECS Performance Lightweight Flywheel
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Lightweight flywheels have proven themselves to be a worthwhile performance enhancement. But with the quicker throttle response and horsepower improvement comes one serious drawback: flywheel chatter. Without the dual-mass flywheel's rubber isolators, a lightweight aluminum flywheel has more rattle than stock. ECS has designed this flywheel using chrom-moly steel and it weighs almost ten pounds less than the stock DMF but not as extreme as full aluminum flywheels. The steel helps dampen vibration and noise so you get near-factory refinement and most of the benefits of a lightweight flywheel: quicker throttle response, better reliability, and more power to the wheels. Zero-balanced and SFI 1.1 certified (material and design has been independently burst tested to ensure quality and safety). This flywheel requires the E34 M5 sprung hub clutch kit. Choose below from the flywheel only or a complete kit.

Modern flywheels are built with additional components that are designed to dampen and minimize vibrations from the engine and transmission. Weight has increased and reliability has decreased. With additional weight more energy is required for it to move. A lightweight flywheel does away with the dual mass design and its additional mass so more energy can be diverted to where it counts most - moving the car. The flywheel and clutch is one of the first areas that engine builders address when making the rotating assembly lighter for race engines. The dampening effect is just not needed on cars that are focused on performance. And with a single-mass flywheel the unreliable DMF design is eliminated.

Stock flywheel weight - 25.0lbs
ECS flywheel weight = 16.55lbs

This item fits the following BMWs:
1992-1999 E36 BMW 323is 323ic 325i 325is 325ic 328i 328is 328ic M3
1999-2002 E46 BMW 323i 323ci 325i 325ci 328i 328ci 330i 330ci (5-speed)
1997-2002 Z3 BMW Z3 2.3 Z3 2.5i Z3 2.8 Z3 3.0i M Roadster M Coupe
2003-2005 E85 BMW Z4 2.5i Z4 3.0i (5-speed) 

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DXD Racing Single Mass Flywheel - BMW E36 M3, Z3 M S52 3.2L
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New and rebuilt clutches ranging from OEM factory specifications to varying degrees of performance and heavy duty for all automotive, truck, and industrial applications! Our goal at South Bend Clutch is to provide our customers with top-quality clutch parts, friendly and knowledgeable service, and an inventory network that insures speedy delivery. As a fourth-generation family-owned and operated business, our combined experience allows us to provide the best clutch options for any vehicle and driving circumstance.
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BMW E46 E39 Z3 Z4 Lightweight steel flywheel
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BMW E46 E39 Z3 Z4 Lightweight Steel Flywheel is an exceptional performance upgrade designed to enhance your driving experience by providing quicker revs and reducing turbo lag. Engineered by Turner Motorsport, this flywheel is constructed from high-quality 6061-T6 billet aluminum with a high-carbon steel replaceable friction surface, ensuring durability and improved acceleration.

  • Increased Acceleration: Reduced mass results in quicker engine revs and enhanced acceleration.
  • High-Quality Materials: Made from 6061-T6 aircraft-grade billet aluminum for exceptional strength and performance.
  • Durable Construction: Features a high-carbon steel replaceable friction surface and an OE steel ring gear secured by bolts.
  • Lifetime Warranty: Comes with a limited lifetime warranty, underscoring its reliability and long-term performance.
  • SFI Certification: Meets SFI Spec 1.1 or 1.2 standards, ensuring high-quality construction and safety.

This lightweight flywheel fits the following BMW models:

  • 1999-2002 E46 BMW 323i, 323ci, 325i, 325ci, 328i, 328ci, 330i, 330ci (with 5-speed manual transmission)
  • 2001-2005 E46 BMW 325xi, 330xi
  • 1997-2002 Z3 BMW Z3 2.3, Z3 2.5i, Z3 2.8, Z3 3.0i
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OEM LuK Twin Mass Flywheel -- E30 E36 Z3 - M42 M44
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This is an OEM LuK stock twin mass flywheel for E39 M5 with the S62 engine. When your clutch starts to experience engagement chatter because of hot spots and wear, replacing it with this OEM dual mass flywheel will restore your vehicles driveability and have you clutch shifting smoothly again. OEM replacement for BMW part # 21212229190.

OEM Schaeffler (INA, LuK, & FAG) is an engineering company that focuses on high-performance, precision manufacturing. With their individual brands INA, Luk, and FAG providing exceptionally high quality parts directly to BMW, as well as countless other automotive companies, their history of reliability and variety of offered parts makes Schaeffler a go-to replacement parts provider for all of us here at Turner Motorsport.

As a leading source of high performance BMW parts and accessories since 1993, we at Turner Motorsport are honored to be the go-to supplier for tens of thousands of enthusiasts the world over. With over two decades of parts, service, and racing experience under our belt, we provide only quality performance and replacement parts.  All of our performance parts are those we would (and do!) install and run on our own cars, as well as replacement parts that are Genuine BMW or from OEM manufacturers. We only offer parts we know you can trust to perform!

This item fits the following BMWs:
BMW 3 Series - 318i, 318i Convertible, 318is, 318ti
BMW Z Series - Z3 1.9

 

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OEM Flywheel - E36 M3 96-99
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Flywheels don't last forever. If you're in need of a stock flywheel because your original has failed or the clutch surface is no longer serviceable this is your best option. This is the OEM flywheel manufactured by LUK. This is a direct replacement item for the stock M3 flywheel.

This item fits the following BMWs:
1996-1999 E36 BMW M3
1998-2000 Z3 BMW i M Roadster M Coupe
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BMW E36 328i, Z3 2.8 JB Racing Lightweight Aluminum Flywheel ...
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BMW E36 328i, Z3 2.8 JB Racing Lightweight Aluminum Flywheel offers a significant performance upgrade by replacing the heavy stock steel flywheel with a much lighter aluminum version. This JB Racing flywheel is designed to deliver faster acceleration, improved throttle response, and enhanced overall performance for your BMW.

The modern stock flywheels are burdened with additional components meant to dampen vibrations, which unfortunately adds unnecessary weight. The JB Racing aluminum flywheel, weighing just 10.0 lbs compared to the stock 25.0 lbs, eliminates this excess mass, allowing more power to reach the wheels and reducing the energy wasted on spinning the flywheel. Engine builders prioritize lightweight flywheels when optimizing race engines for maximum efficiency, and the difference is especially noticeable in how quickly the engine revs and reaches its power band.

This JB Racing lightweight flywheel is a direct replacement for the stock flywheel and is compatible with the factory BMW organic clutch. This compatibility ensures that you can use standard replacement clutches, making maintenance simple and cost-effective. The flywheel can also be resurfaced for a fresh contact surface, so there’s no need to buy a new one when it’s time to replace the clutch.

While single-mass aluminum flywheels like this one may result in slightly more noise and vibration compared to dual-mass designs, this can be managed with heavier transmission oil and sprung hub clutches, such as the Sachs Performance clutch available through Turner Motorsport.

  • Faster acceleration: Reduces the rotational mass for quicker engine response.
  • Improved throttle response: Engine revs more freely and builds RPM faster.
  • Enhanced performance: More power delivered to the wheels for better driving dynamics.
  • Cost-effective maintenance: Compatible with factory BMW organic clutches and can be resurfaced.
  • Direct replacement: Easy upgrade with no modifications required.

Vehicle Compatibility:

  • 1996-1999 E36 BMW 328i, 328is, 328ic
  • 1997-1998 Z3 BMW Z3 2.8
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BMW E36 M3 Z3 XACT Flywheel Streetlite
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BMW E36 M3 Z3 XACT Flywheel Streetlite is a high-performance upgrade designed to enhance engine response and acceleration. This Streetlite flywheel is significantly lighter than the stock flywheel, offering superior durability and strength. Crafted from Chromoly Steel, it provides excellent heat tolerance and rigidity, making it ideal for both street and drag racing applications.

  • Improved Performance: Noticeably enhances engine response and acceleration with minimal gear rattle.
  • Durability: Heat-treated forging ensures strength and toughness, while induction-hardened ring gears extend lifespan.
  • Quality Construction: One-piece design prevents failure, ensuring uniform heat transfer and preventing issues like warped inserts or loose ring gears.
  • Recommended Use: Suitable for both street and race applications.
  • ACT Advantage: Forged, CNC machined, and dynamically balanced for reliable high RPM performance.

Specifications:

  • Product Weight: 15.2 lbs
  • Material: Chromoly Steel
  • Friction Surface Diameter: 9.4 inches (240 mm)
  • Flywheel Type: Streetlite
  • Tooth Quantity: 113
  • Warranty: 12 Months
  • SFI Rating: 1.1
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LUK Dual Mass Flywheel - Z3
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Replacement for your worn flywheel
JB Racing Lightweight Aluminum Flywheel & Clutch Kit
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A lightweight aluminum flywheel is a great way to increase throttle response and free up horsepower by reducing drivetrain loss. Factory flywheels are built to minimize engine and transmission vibrations, making them heavier and requiring more energy to make them spin. An aluminum flywheel can save lots of weight over the stock steel unit - sometimes over 50%. While the dampening effect of the stock flywheel is reduced, most enthusiasts would agree that the increase in performance is well worth it. In addition, the lighter flywheel allows the engine to spin more freely, improving throttle response. This JB Racing lightweight aluminum flywheel kit and is designed to be used with the included factory clutch, making replacement and service easy and inexpensive, especially compared to specialized racing clutches. It also preserves the driveability of your car on the street, and enthusiasts tolerant of a mild to moderate NVH increase will be especially taken with this setup. In addition, the JB Racing flywheel can be easily rebuilt with a new clutch contact surface, allowing you to enjoy faster revs and superior response for many years to come. Stock Flywheel Weight: 27 lbs. JB Racing Lightweight Aluminum Flywheel: 9 lbs.
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Twin Mass Flywheel 21211223599
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TWIN MASS FLYWHEEL 21211223599 Manufactured by LuK

Clutch Masters Lightweight aluminum flywheel
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An excellent performance upgrade so you can enjoy quicker revs and eliminate excess turbo lag. Made of high quality 6061-T6 billet aluminum, with a high-carbon steel replaceable friction surface, this flywheel from Clutch Masters is sure to be a great upgrade for anyone looking to reduce crankshaft drag and increase acceleration.

Typical benefits of a Clutch Masters lightweight flywheel:

  • Reduced mass equals increased acceleration
  • CM uses only 6061-T6 aircraft grade or better billet aluminum in the manufacturer of its flywheels
  • CM uses an OE steel ring gear secured by bolts
  • CM offers a limited lifetime warranty
  • CM Billet Aluminum Flywheels meet SFI Spec 1.1 or 1.2
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Lightweight aluminum flywheel
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An excellent performance upgrade so you can enjoy quicker revs and eliminate excess turbo lag. Made of high quality 6061-T6 billet aluminum, with a high-carbon steel replaceable friction surface, this flywheel from Clutch Masters is sure to be a great upgrade for anyone looking to reduce crankshaft drag and increase acceleration.

Typical benefits of a Clutch Masters lightweight flywheel:

  • Reduced mass equals increased acceleration
  • CM uses only 6061-T6 aircraft grade or better billet aluminum in the manufacturer of its flywheels
  • CM uses an OE steel ring gear secured by bolts
  • CM offers a limited lifetime warranty
  • CM Billet Aluminum Flywheels meet SFI Spec 1.1 or 1.2
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JB Racing Lightweight Steel Flywheel - Grand-Am Legal - E46, MZ3, Z4 ...
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This lightened steel flywheel is specifically designed (and approved) for use in Grand-Am road racing but can also be used as a mild street upgrade if a full aluminum lightweight flywheel is not called for. The Grand-Am flywheel is 20% lighter than stock to meet the rules for the GS and ST classes.Modern flywheels are built with additional components and features that are designed to dampen and minimize vibrations from the engine and transmission. As a result they have become bloated in weight and that means more energy is used up just making the flywheel spin. A lightweight flywheel does away with the dual mass design and its additional mass so more energy can be diverted to where it counts most - moving the car. The flywheel and clutch is one of the first areas that engine builders address when making the rotating assembly lighter for race engines. The dampening effect is just not needed on cars that are focused on performance.

In addition to releasing more power to the wheels, the lighter flywheel allows the engine to spin more freely, which improves throttle response. The engine revs much faster than before. With the engine spinning easier the power band comes up much sooner. The stock steel flywheel feels lazy in comparison. There is a driving adjustment required to get used to how much faster the engine revs but that's not really a downside.

Grand-Am approved this flywheel to be used with a factory E36 M3 clutch. This opens up a lot of clutch and pressure plate options but we typically used this with a stock Sachs OEM clutch kit. This makes replacement clutch components easy to source and inexpensive when compared to specialized racing clutches.

Lightweight flywheels are considered 'single-mass' flywheels because they do not have the same dampening designs as an original 'dual-mass' flywheel. With a single-mass design more noise and vibration may be noticeable. There are steps you can take to minimize the noise - heavier weight transmission oil and clutch discs with anti-rattle springs (sprung-hub clutch). In addition to the standard replacement clutches, we also sell Sachs Performance sprung hub clutches that also work with the JB flywheels.

If being used on a 330i 6-speed or Z4 6-speed an additional pilot bearing hub is required. Select your appropriate model and transmission from the list below.

Stock Flywheel Weight = 25.0lbs
JB Flywheel Weight = 20.0lbs

This item fits the following BMWs:
2001-2002 E46 BMW 330i 330ci 5-speed
2003-2006 E46 BMW 330i 330ci 6-speed
2001-2006 E46 BMW M3
1998-2002 Z3 BMW Z3 M Roadster M Coupe
2003-2005 E85 BMW Z4 2.5i Z4 3.0i
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