Shift into Fifth Gear issues

[mjposner]

I have a low mileage E30, and all the gears feel normal except the shift into fifth feels odd compared to other 5 speeds (including e36) that I have driven. Its not like the 2nd to 3rd shift, more of an up, side up movement instead of a diagonal movement. Is this normal? Would a z3 short shift kit fix the issue? I am using a zhp shift knob.

[vpilarrt]

May want to check the shift rod and shift arm bushings.

[TobyB]

I am using a zhp shift knob.

There's your problem.
The ZHP shift knob is only for 6- speeds.

t

[mjposner]

There's your problem.
The ZHP shift knob is only for 6- speeds.

t

Where did you get that idea??

https://www.turnermotorsport.com/p-339106-manual-bmw-shift-knob-zhp-style-weighted-anatomic-5-or-6-speed-pattern/?pdk=AQE

https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-bmw-parts/zhp-shift-knob-5-speed/25117896031/

[TobyB]

I made it up on the internet. Pretty good, huh?

t