Does anyone have trouble speed shifting from 3rd to 4th?

I've never really had trouble with it. I did switch to the technique demonstrated on the UUC page and it made driving a lot more fun.

I usually shift with my hand on the side of the knob, as opposed to in front of/on top of the knob. I have only mis-shifted once in this car, and that was a 1st -> 2nd. Damn shifter popped right out of 2nd because I didn't shift it fully. After a slight grind the drivetrain went "BOOOOM!" ... I almost sh~t myself on the spot.

Oh and let's not forget the time Chris yanked the shift knob completely off whilst trying to do a 2nd-gear burn in Florida.

3rd -> 4th is actually one of the smoothest speed shifts I can do in this car. The gate setup + the lack of exagerated torque (like 1st and 2nd give the perception of) make it easier than any other combo IMO.

I used to yank the knob off going into second all the time. I got my dealer to replace the knob and all was well. Then I got a ROb Knob Magnum SS and all was better.

I've never had any issues moving from 3 to 4th. It's the fastest throw for me when speed shifting.

I guess I am just retarded with the bimmer. Is my tranny shifted a bit;-)

I guess I will try the different hand position suggested by UUC.

thanks
jeff

Jeff_DML said:

I guess I am just retarded with the bimmer. Is my tranny shifted a bit;-)

I guess I will try the different hand position suggested by UUC.

thanks
jeff

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I don't even do what UUC says. I just cup the shifter and pull it straight back.

EDIT: I lied! I noticed on the way home that I actually slightly backhand it into 4th. Well whaddaya know!