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Built for drag racing and track use it ensures reliable power transfer under high stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBillet Front Cover:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully machined billet steel resists flexing and ballooning at high RPM and torque levels for lasting strength in race conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e26\/50 Stator Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Variable pitch stator delivers 2600-5000 RPM stall speeds allowing precise tuning for street or strip applications with smooth lockup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFurnace Brazed Fins:\u003c\/strong\u003e TIG welded impellers and turbines prevent separation and improve fluid coupling efficiency for faster acceleration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-Ballooning Technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reinforced piston and heavy-duty lockup clutch withstand over 1000 HP without failure during hard launches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRWD Specific Engineering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct fit for ZF 8HP50 transmissions with 27-spline input shaft ensuring seamless integration in BMW M chassis vehicles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eProduct Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned as direct replacement no transmission modifications required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequires clean transmission fluid and filter change during install for peak performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips secured in heavy-duty box to prevent damage during transit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional installation recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrain transmission fluid and remove stock converter before install.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with OEM mounting hardware and flexplate bolt pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eThis Part Fits\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYear\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSubmodel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2015-2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBMW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSedan (F80)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2015-2020\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBMW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoupe (F82)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2015-2021\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBMW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConvertible (F83)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2016-2021\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBMW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoupe (F87)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy Choose PDS?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePDS builds torque converters with decades of racing experience for BMW ZF applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach unit undergoes rigorous dyno testing for consistent high-power performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision CNC machining delivers exact tolerances for drop-in reliability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Does this fit 2017 BMW M3 Competition Package?\u003cbr\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes it bolts directly to the ZF 8HP50 in all 2015-2018 M3 Sedan models including base Competition and CS variants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What materials are used in construction?\u003cbr\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Billet steel front cover and piston with furnace brazed aluminum fins for maximum heat dissipation and strength.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What warranty coverage applies?\u003cbr\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Backed by 1-year unlimited mileage warranty when installed by certified shop with proof of professional install.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eShipping \u0026amp; 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