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Provides precise stall control and handles over 1000 HP for drag racing and street use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBillet 7075-T6 Aluminum Cover:\u003c\/strong\u003e Resists flex and heat for reliable high-RPM operation in race conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e26\/50 Multi-Stage Stator:\u003c\/strong\u003e Switches between 2600 RPM low stall and 5000 RPM high stall for track versatility and quicker launches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFurnace-Brazed Impeller and Turbine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensures smooth power transfer and longevity under extreme loads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Capacity Lockup Clutch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delivers firm lockup shifts with 10+ frictions for efficiency and no slip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLaser-Cut Balance and TIG Welds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Factory dyno balanced to 2000 RPM with pressure-tested seams for zero vibration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eProduct Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecial order item with lead time of 5-7 business days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo core charge required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect transmission pump and input shaft before install\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\u003eRemove transmission to access flexplate and converter housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUses OEM mounting studs and torque to ZF specs (55 Nm + 90 degrees)\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\u003eX5 M\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003exDrive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2015-2019\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBMW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eX6 M\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003exDrive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2018-2023\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBMW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2018-2023\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBMW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompetition\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\u003eProven in NHRA and radial tire drag racing with S63 applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-assembled with billet components for 1000+ HP durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZF-specific engineering from reverse-engineered OEM units\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 Will this bolt into my 2020 BMW M5 Competition?\u003cbr\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, direct replacement for all F90 M5 models with AWD 8HP55\/51 transmissions using stock converter housing.\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 7075-T6 billet aluminum cover and piston, 4340 steel hubs, with brazed 28-element sprags.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What warranty covers this torque converter?\u003cbr\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-month limited warranty on materials and workmanship when installed by certified shop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eShipping \u0026amp; 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