BMW M57/240mm drive plate 23spline/Ford MT82

📝 Product Description

Heavy-duty drive plate designed for BMW M57 engine conversions running a manual clutch, allowing seamless integration with Ford 23-spline gearboxes.

Built to suit 240mm clutch setups (M57 / M57N / M57N2), this plate is engineered for strength, engagement accuracy, and reliability in demanding applications such as vans and 4x4s.

Designed around real-world conversions—not theory—this is a proven solution for proper manual drivetrain setups.

⚙️ Key Features

• Designed for BMW M57 manual conversions
• Compatible with 240mm clutch setups
• Suits Ford 23-spline gearboxes
• Precision-built for correct engagement and durability
• Available to suit:
  • Self-adjusting (SAC) pressure plates
  • Heavy-duty (HD) pressure plates
• Built for high torque and load applications

🔩 Compatibility

✔ Engines

• M57
• M57N
• M57N2

✔ Gearboxes (Ford 23-spline)

Commonly used in:

• Defender 2.2 / 2.4
• Transit 2.0 / 2.2 / 2.4 / 3.2
• Ranger 2.2 / 3.2

⚙️ Clutch Compatibility

• 240mm clutch systems
• Self-adjusting (SAC) pressure plates
• Heavy-duty / performance pressure plates

🔧 Recommended Setup

✔ SRE Performance Pressure Plate (Recommended)

• Properly engineered and rated for torque from factory
• Proven reliability in heavy vehicles and high-load use
• Best option for long-term durability

⚠️ 50i Self-Adjusting Covers

• Commonly used and widely claimed to hold power
• However:
  • Not consistently rated for heavier builds
  • Performance can vary depending on setup

👉 Suitable for some builds, but SRE remains the proven option

📦 What’s Included

• Manual conversion drive plate (240mm)

⚠️ Notes

• Ensure correct clutch selection for your vehicle weight and torque output
• Designed for use in conversion applications only
• Professional installation recommended

🚚 Shipping

• Dispatched from the UK
• Fast turnaround available

🧠 Straight Advice

If you’re building a Transit, Defender, or anything heavy:

👉 Don’t gamble on clutch setup
👉 Run SRE + correct drive plate and avoid slip issues later

🔥 Complete Your Conversion

Pair with:

• M57 → MT82 Adaptor Plate Kit
• Boost Pipe Kit (IAT bungs)
• EGR Delete Kit
• Clutch & Flywheel Packages

👉 Build a complete, reliable drivetrain setup