Shift Lever and Short Shifters

[rThor432]

Is it the same? (the 29% reduction)

The one in the picture on their site is a Z3 1.9 shifter. It probably is the 29% throw reduction shifter (99% sure of that). Z3 2.8 is probably the 40% reduction and M-coupe is probably the 50% reduction.

The Pelican kit looks like it's got all the good stuff, but I think if you shop around for individual parts (or buy direct from the dealer with the CCA discount) you will save at least $15. Those prices seem a bit high, but they are in the business of making money.

[87bimmerguy]

Bump. Anyone know?

How does this lever compare to the Z3 1.9 lever? Is it the same? (the 29% reduction)

http://www.understeer.com/onlinestore-shifters.shtml

I'm trying to decide whether to go with this and the pelican parts bushing kit (http://www.pelicanparts.com/BMW/cata...Tshift_pg1.htm)

or the KO performance kit http://www.koperformance.com/online_...h-UUC-Hardware (which is a good bit cheaper if it has everything)

[87bimmerguy]

How does this lever compare to the Z3 1.9 lever? Is it the same? (the 29% reduction)

http://www.understeer.com/onlinestore-shifters.shtml

I'm trying to decide whether to go with this and the pelican parts bushing kit (http://www.pelicanparts.com/BMW/cata...Tshift_pg1.htm)

or the KO performance kit http://www.koperformance.com/online_...h-UUC-Hardware (which is a good bit cheaper if it has everything)

[MoparJ]

beware of KO performance.. search for some feedback threads before dropping any cash. I'd be calling BMA or somebody else with good service, personally.

Dammit. Well, I guess I'll take pics IF it shows up...:(

[Wh33lhop]

blunt.... I think it was $55 for the Z3 shifter. Just have the part number ready.

[nando]

Does anyone know exactly what comes with the KO Performance kit? This is what I'm looking at:

http://www.koperformance.com/online_ordering/show_part/184313-OEM-BMW-E30-Z3-1.9-Shifter-with-UUC-Hardware

They say it comes with everything necessary, but I just wanted to see a parts breakdown. Anyone ordered this particular kit? The price looks good compared to everyone else, and it looks as if a few people in this thread have already recommended these guys, so.....

beware of KO performance.. search for some feedback threads before dropping any cash. I'd be calling BMA or somebody else with good service, personally.

[87bimmerguy]

Cool. Thanks

[MoparJ]

Ehh, I'll know shortly because I decided to order it anyway. :)

I'll take a pic when it arrives.

[87bimmerguy]

I would like to know this too.

Does anyone know exactly what comes with the KO Performance kit? This is what I'm looking at:

http://www.koperformance.com/online_ordering/show_part/184313-OEM-BMW-E30-Z3-1.9-Shifter-with-UUC-Hardware

They say it comes with everything necessary, but I just wanted to see a parts breakdown. Anyone ordered this particular kit? The price looks good compared to everyone else, and it looks as if a few people in this thread have already recommended these guys, so.....

[crebristy]

thanks so much for useful info

[MoparJ]

Double post...

[MoparJ]

Does anyone know exactly what comes with the KO Performance kit? This is what I'm looking at:

http://www.koperformance.com/online_ordering/show_part/184313-OEM-BMW-E30-Z3-1.9-Shifter-with-UUC-Hardware

They say it comes with everything necessary, but I just wanted to see a parts breakdown. Anyone ordered this particular kit? The price looks good compared to everyone else, and it looks as if a few people in this thread have already recommended these guys, so.....

[rThor432]

Will Z3 shifter make this better or should I get some other like Z4 one or smth?

You need to rebuild the assembly with fresh bushings. That's where a lot of the play comes from. Replace the shifter while you are in there and it'll feel like new.

[cro320]

I rebuild my whole shifter last year but gear stick remained original, wanted Z3 1.9 but never sure how short it would be.
A couple of days ago I took for a spin friends E34 525i with freshly installed Z3 shifter, it feels really great, short but not notchy, also I noticed klik-klak sound when changing gears, my M20 gearbox feels like going through pudding when shifting?
Will Z3 shifter make this better or should I get some other like Z4 one or smth?

[iwantspeed]

i bought a bmw zhp knob and installed it on my z3 1.9 lever and it feels great!