Good replacement knob for bmw shoft shift kit???

rg87 · 01-09-2008, 04:29 AM

Ok, I need some opinions and suggestions on what short shift knob I should get to replace the stock shift knob on the bmw short shift kit. I'm planning on getting the ssk from bmw soon, but my dad isn't feeling the shift knob that comes with it, neither am I...it's too small!

I was thinking to either get the short shift knob of the knob I already have (see attachment) or to just get a M weighted short shift knob.

Which shift knob should I get? And what are the pros/cons of the weighted shift knob? Also, aggressive drivers drive the car! hehe

Bubbles · 01-09-2008, 06:27 AM

see this post

I have #4 and love it. ~$52 from BMW Dealership with club discount

BoLaS · 01-09-2008, 10:07 AM

Bump on benefits of weighted to un-weighted! I have a rare tickle me elmo shift knob, but its very light

Gort · 01-09-2008, 10:09 AM

I have the sport shifter in the pic in the OP. I love it. Never tried the weighted one so I can't comment.

kuruptracing · 01-09-2008, 10:38 AM

I used to have the ac schnitzer short shift knob. Loved it!

BMdblU · 01-09-2008, 11:36 AM

I have the OEM short shift knob, and love it. Matches my trim, looks, and feels a whole lot better then the stock one.

CleanAudi · 01-09-2008, 01:59 PM

BMW sells a SSKit? Does this work on the E92. Any links?

AndreyATC · 01-09-2008, 02:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shadyg

see this post

I have #4 and love it. ~$52 from BMW Dealership with club discount

I got #3, works great, feels great, looks great with any interior

Paid $108

adc · 01-09-2008, 04:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shadyg

see this post

I have #4 and love it. ~$52 from BMW Dealership with club discount

I have #4 also, it's weighted, excellent leather and half the price of #3. Highly reccommended.

rg87 · 01-09-2008, 06:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CleanAudi

BMW sells a SSKit? Does this work on the E92. Any links?

Yes bmw sells a short shift kit. It's from bmw performance parts. here's the link

http://accessories.bmwusa.com/ItemVi...&productId=850

Thanks for the input! BTW, does anyone know if you can get a leather boot cover as suppose to the alcantara that the BMW ssk comes with?

space-coral-e92 · 01-09-2008, 08:24 PM

Ordered mine today.
At minimum you will need:
25110434219 shift lever- list $96.00
25111220379 spec cirlip list $1.59
25111469397 bushing $ 11.50

You can use any knob including the original. Old boot is fine.

My dealer sells parts to BMWCCA members @ 15% off list so the total was about $90.00 Best cheapest shifter upgrade. Search this site for detailed install notes.

Go to www.leatherz.com for $54 e46 M3 knob.

335Xray · 01-09-2008, 09:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by space-coral-e92

Go to www.leatherz.com for $54 e46 M3 knob.

x2

Love mine. Awesome feel.

attbimmer · 01-09-2008, 11:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rg87

Yes bmw sells a short shift kit. It's from bmw performance parts. here's the link

http://accessories.bmwusa.com/ItemVi...&productId=850

This SSK is only listed for the '06 E90 330/325. It's not listed for any of the '07+ E9x, so not sure if that one will work on them.

rg87 · 01-10-2008, 03:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by attbimmer

This SSK is only listed for the '06 E90 330/325. It's not listed for any of the '07+ E9x, so not sure if that one will work on them.

Might want to just check with your local dealer. Sometimes BMW doesn't post all the accessories for every model.

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space-coral-e92 New Member 0 Rep 7 Posts Drives: 2007 BMW 335i Coupe Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Colorado iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 BMW 335i Coupe [0.00]	Short Shift Kit Ordered mine today. At minimum you will need: 25110434219 shift lever- list $96.00 25111220379 spec cirlip list $1.59 25111469397 bushing $ 11.50 You can use any knob including the original. Old boot is fine. My dealer sells parts to BMWCCA members @ 15% off list so the total was about $90.00 Best cheapest shifter upgrade. Search this site for detailed install notes. Go to www.leatherz.com for $54 e46 M3 knob.
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