Genuine BMW Manual Transmission Needle Cage – Single Piece – NOS – 23221224060

Genuine BMW needle cage for selected Getrag manual transmissions fitted to classic BMW models.

This bearing cage supports rotating transmission components while maintaining the correct position and spacing of the needle rollers. It is intended for internal gearbox repair or restoration work.

This listing is for one needle cage only.

Product details

• Product: Manual transmission needle cage
• Application: Internal gearbox bearing
• Manufacturer: Genuine BMW
• BMW part number: 23221224060
• Formatted BMW number: 23 22 1 224 060
• Short reference: 1224060
• Previous BMW number: 23221224067
• Dimensions: 42 × 47 × 28.5 mm
• Material: Steel needle rollers with moulded bearing cage
• Transmission applications: Selected Getrag 240 and Getrag 280 manual transmissions
• Quantity supplied: 1 piece
• Country of manufacture: Germany
• Condition: New Old Stock

Vehicle compatibility

BMW catalogues list this needle cage for selected manual transmissions in the following models:

BMW 3 Series E21

• 315 with M10 engine
• 316 with M10 engine
• 318i with M10 engine
• 320 with M20 engine
• 320i with M10 engine

BMW 3 Series E30

• 316 with M10 engine
• 316i with M10 or M40 engine
• 318i with M10, M40 or M42 engine
• 318is with M42 engine
• 320i with M20 engine

Depending on production specification, applications include Coupé, Sedan, Touring and Convertible versions.

BMW 5 Series E28

• 518 with M10 engine
• 518i with M10 engine
• 520i with M20 engine

BMW 5 Series E34

• 518i with M40 engine
• 520i with M20 engine

BMW 6 Series E24

• M635CSi with S38 engine and applicable Getrag 280 manual transmission

Compatibility depends on the exact gearbox type, production date and market specification. The same vehicle model may have been supplied with different transmissions.

Always compare BMW number 23221224060, the bearing dimensions and the gearbox identification before ordering.

BMW and reference numbers

• 23221224060
• 23 22 1 224 060
• 23-22-1-224-060
• 23.22.1.224.060
• 1224060

Previous or superseded reference:

• 23221224067
• 23 22 1 224 067

Condition

Genuine BMW New Old Stock (NOS) part.

The needle cage is unused and has been stored for an extended period. The original BMW packaging is aged, opened and shows storage wear. Preservative oil or grease and minor cosmetic storage marks may be present on the bearing.

Please inspect and clean the component as required before installation. The photographs show the actual item and its present condition.

Included

• 1 × genuine BMW needle cage
• Original aged BMW packaging
• Preservation paper shown in the photographs

No gears, shafts, seals, circlips, synchroniser components or additional bearings are included.

Important quantity information

The advertised price is for one needle cage only.

One purchase quantity equals one individual bearing cage. Check the applicable gearbox diagram before ordering if more than one bearing is required for your rebuild.

Installation recommendation

Installation requires disassembly of the manual transmission and should be carried out by an experienced gearbox specialist.

Before installation:

• Confirm the gearbox type and BMW part number
• Compare the dimensions with the removed bearing
• Inspect every needle roller and the bearing cage
• Inspect the mating shaft and gear surfaces for scoring or pitting
• Clean away aged storage preservative where necessary
• Lubricate the bearing with the specified transmission lubricant during assembly
• Follow the correct BMW/Getrag assembly sequence and clearance specifications
• Replace any additional worn bearings, seals or retaining components encountered during the repair

Professional installation is strongly recommended.

Storage location

202