New Shift Knob

seanx10 · 03-21-2014, 01:20 PM

Hey guys I have a 2011 Z4 6MT and would like to get rid of the "goose-neck" shift knob. I've done a lot of searching and can't really find too much in terms of new shift knobs that would fit.

Any suggestions / anyone like their upgraded one?

Thanks!

army_men · 03-25-2014, 04:51 PM

The M sport leather one for Z4 is pretty nice. It's a bit heavier than stock too. have you seen?

LEATHER SHIFT KNOB W 25112284094

Innovative AutoConcepts · 03-26-2014, 10:19 AM

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Originally Posted by army_men

The M sport leather one for Z4 is pretty nice. It's a bit heavier than stock too. have you seen?

LEATHER SHIFT KNOB W 25112284094

I agree, I have upgraded to that as well. In my opinion though, TWM Performance make alike a 600g shift know and it truly shifts amazing.

F1LOCO · 03-27-2014, 01:23 PM

Been looking myself with not much to fine. Had a Whalen on my MINI that was 18oz. It was great to shift with. I think the MTech one is 240g or about 8 oz. Apparently our shift knob and boot are a single entity, meaning no one makes a reasonable aftermarket for it. Would love to know if TWM make the 600 for our E89's and a boot to spare.

HerrK · 03-27-2014, 02:07 PM

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Originally Posted by StevenChanApproved

I agree, I have upgraded to that as well. In my opinion though, TWM Performance make alike a 600g shift know and it truly shifts amazing.

How about a photo or two.

F1LOCO · 03-27-2014, 04:06 PM

Yes....pics are good....

seanx10 · 03-28-2014, 01:26 AM

I really like the M1 Abrams. Not sure if it will fit though...

BMW665 · 03-28-2014, 08:42 AM

tell us the process of removing the knob. Is it just a tight fit that requires pulling straight up until it comes off?

army_men · 03-29-2014, 01:47 PM

yes. lift the boot first. top open, sit in the middle. firm grip and pull straight up into chest (not face). should come off without much fuss.

Innovative AutoConcepts · 03-29-2014, 11:13 PM

Had it on my miata, this was the 460gram one.

600 Grams!

HerrK · 03-30-2014, 03:34 PM

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Originally Posted by StevenChanApproved

Had it on my miata

Well those are pretty ugly - good thing they were in a Miata. How about a photo of the M Sport Leather one you upgraded to in your Z?

jparnes1 · 03-30-2014, 05:37 PM

Herr K, I don't have my car out of storage yet, but here's a web photo of what it looks like.

HerrK · 03-30-2014, 06:26 PM

Thanks for the pic JP! I should have searched the web more, but I figured one of the proud owners would post a photo.

Looks nice may have to do that upgrade this summer.

army_men · 03-31-2014, 11:46 PM

sorry i posted mine a while ago but cant find the link now. mine was like the photo above but without the perforation on the leather.

vasmir · 04-01-2014, 01:20 AM

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Originally Posted by F1LOCO

... Apparently our shift knob and boot are a single entity, meaning no one makes a reasonable aftermarket for it. ...

This is true.

I've been looking to replace my leather M knob with a ZHP-style knob since buying the car new - still haven't found one that will work yet.

I've considered buying an extra E89 knob+boot and doing some surgery to the leather to make a ZHP knob work, but I haven't gotten around to it yet.
This thread applies:
http://www.m5board.com/vbulletin/e63...hift-knob.html

dcg78 · 04-03-2018, 03:28 AM

Bumping this thread as I want to put a zhp shifter on my 11’ Z4. I know it’s been done but can’t find any info on what modifications need to be done.

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seanx10 New Member 11 Rep 26 Posts Drives: None Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: United States iTrader: (0)	New Shift Knob Hey guys I have a 2011 Z4 6MT and would like to get rid of the "goose-neck" shift knob. I've done a lot of searching and can't really find too much in terms of new shift knobs that would fit. Any suggestions / anyone like their upgraded one? Thanks!
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army_men Lieutenant 45 Rep 407 Posts Drives: E89 Z4 35i Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Canada iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 BMW Z4 35i [10.00]	The M sport leather one for Z4 is pretty nice. It's a bit heavier than stock too. have you seen? LEATHER SHIFT KNOB W 25112284094 __________________
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F1LOCO Private 3 Rep 55 Posts Drives: 2011 Z4 35i Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Sunnyland iTrader: (2)	Been looking myself with not much to fine. Had a Whalen on my MINI that was 18oz. It was great to shift with. I think the MTech one is 240g or about 8 oz. Apparently our shift knob and boot are a single entity, meaning no one makes a reasonable aftermarket for it. Would love to know if TWM make the 600 for our E89's and a boot to spare.
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F1LOCO Private 3 Rep 55 Posts Drives: 2011 Z4 35i Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Sunnyland iTrader: (2)	Yes....pics are good....
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army_men Lieutenant 45 Rep 407 Posts Drives: E89 Z4 35i Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Canada iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 BMW Z4 35i [10.00]	yes. lift the boot first. top open, sit in the middle. firm grip and pull straight up into chest (not face). should come off without much fuss. __________________
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army_men Lieutenant 45 Rep 407 Posts Drives: E89 Z4 35i Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Canada iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 BMW Z4 35i [10.00]	sorry i posted mine a while ago but cant find the link now. mine was like the photo above but without the perforation on the leather. __________________
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dcg78 Enlisted Member 3 Rep 38 Posts Drives: 11' Sdrive35i 6-speed Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Seattle iTrader: (1)	Bumping this thread as I want to put a zhp shifter on my 11’ Z4. I know it’s been done but can’t find any info on what modifications need to be done.
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