shift knob

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eugeneDC/TX

Discussion Starter · Apr 26, 2002

hey all, i was wondering if there was a heavier version of the BMW shift knob or there was any way to mod it to have a little more mass. maybe its because its my first bimmer, but i'm partial to the stock knob look. i've been looking into CF ones, but i'd assume those are really light. so ideally i'd like a stock knob with more mass. esp right now when i dont have the ssk, i think a heavier knob (esp regarding posts from ppl who have changed to rob knob etc) would make shifting feel better. thanks.

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G

· #2 · Apr 26, 2002

eugeneDC/TX said:
hey all, i was wondering if there was a heavier version of the BMW shift knob or there was any way to mod it to have a little more mass. maybe its because its my first bimmer, but i'm partial to the stock knob look. i've been looking into CF ones, but i'd assume those are really light. so ideally i'd like a stock knob with more mass. esp right now when i dont have the ssk, i think a heavier knob (esp regarding posts from ppl who have changed to rob knob etc) would make shifting feel better. thanks.

If you get a UUC Rob Know and use the OEM inserts, it looks like something that *could* be stock. Really.

Go to my old 330i pic page and see what I mean- http://www.geocities.com/td304/BMW or http://www.geocities.com/ctd_1/BMW/

eugeneDC/TX

Discussion Starter · #3 · Apr 26, 2002

TD only your exterior pics loaded but

i like the rob knob and all, but i dunno, for no particular or logical reason i like my leather knob. any other alternatives? thanks for the help

The HACK

· #4 · Apr 26, 2002

Re: TD only your exterior pics loaded but

eugeneDC/TX said:
i like the rob knob and all, but i dunno, for no particular or logical reason i like my leather knob. any other alternatives? thanks for the help

BMW makes a stock shift knob that is aluminum in the center and leather on the outside that is significantly shorter and heavier than the OEM knob...Look in the accessory catalog and it should list it.

eugeneDC/TX

Discussion Starter · #5 · Apr 26, 2002 (Edited)

thanks dan, i'll look it up now...

dan this one?

black leather knob

thanks

eugeneDC/TX

Discussion Starter · #6 · Apr 26, 2002

hmm question re: shift knob from bmw

why the two prices?

how come with chrome ring costs more than without? thanks

The HACK

· #7 · Apr 26, 2002

Yep, that's the one...

As far as the different prices...You'd have to call them and find out. Can't really help on that end.

KP

· #8 · Apr 26, 2002

Hey Eugene, long time no see. How have you been? You enjoying Texas? If you want something more heavy and want to retain the oem look, you should also consider the matte chrome version (or brushed aluminum). It does fry your hand in the summer and give you the chills in the winter, but I like the feel much more than the standard leather, which is way too light for me. Or you could put a ssk in there and make it feel heavier:lmao: . Here's a picture of my shift knob

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eugeneDC/TX

Discussion Starter · #9 · Apr 27, 2002

KP about damn time you made the trek to the Fest

things are good here in TX almost done with my masters. going to law school in august. i DO want to retain OEM, but i want leather. although your shift knob does look nice. i think the leather wrapped alum one reference above is my best bet... how's school and what not for you?

KP

· #10 · Apr 28, 2002

Re: KP about damn time you made the trek to the Fest

eugeneDC/TX said:
things are good here in TX almost done with my masters. going to law school in august. i DO want to retain OEM, but i want leather. although your shift knob does look nice. i think the leather wrapped alum one reference above is my best bet... how's school and what not for you?

I'm doing ok, still have one more year left, then planning on dental school. Masters almost done huh? Lucky you. Where are you going for law school? My brother is thinking about going as well within the next two years. Best of luck to you. Car doing you well? I've already got 20k :yikes: .

eugeneDC/TX

Discussion Starter · #11 · Apr 28, 2002

Re: Re: KP about damn time you made the trek to the Fest

KP said:
I've already got 20k :yikes: .

damn KP, i thought i was killin it with 19+, almost 20. when did you pick up your car. in 2 days, i'll be 1 year with my car. 1 year, lets see. 3 replacement aux fans. 2 windshields. 1 rim, 1 tire. e-brake replaced. front bumper repainted. four dings. 2 scratches. but driving is fun as hell.

KP

· #12 · Apr 28, 2002

Re: Re: Re: KP about damn time you made the trek to the Fest

eugeneDC/TX said:
damn KP, i thought i was killin it with 19+, almost 20. when did you pick up your car. in 2 days, i'll be 1 year with my car. 1 year, lets see. 3 replacement aux fans. 2 windshields. 1 rim, 1 tire. e-brake replaced. front bumper repainted. four dings. 2 scratches. but driving is fun as hell.

:yikes: you beat me. I had 19100 on Apr. 4th, exactly one year from the date of pickup. I'm really trying to save some miles this year, and am looking into a cheap car for a beater. I've had 2 aux fans, 1 hood repainted 23 times

, but looks like you had my share of pain as well. Things settling down now that you're in TX? I'd imagine the majority of that stuff happened in dc:eeps:

eugeneDC/TX

Discussion Starter · #13 · Apr 28, 2002

Re: Re: Re: Re: KP about damn time you made the trek to the Fest

KP said:
:yikes: you beat me. I had 19100 on Apr. 4th, exactly one year from the date of pickup. I'm really trying to save some miles this year, and am looking into a cheap car for a beater. I've had 2 aux fans, 1 hood repainted 23 times , but looks like you had my share of pain as well. Things settling down now that you're in TX? I'd imagine the majority of that stuff happened in dc:eeps:

23 paint jobs? what for? i am going to touch up my chips as soon as the semester is over. at any rate, texas is good. glad to be closer to home to watch out for my folks. the majority of the probs happened here actually. only had my car in DC for a month or so... oh well.

KP

· #14 · Apr 28, 2002

Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: KP about damn time you made the trek to the Fest

eugeneDC/TX said:
23 paint jobs? what for? i am going to touch up my chips as soon as the semester is over. at any rate, texas is good. glad to be closer to home to watch out for my folks. the majority of the probs happened here actually. only had my car in DC for a month or so... oh well.

The dealer put a 1" scratch on the hood after I told them not to wash it, so it went to the bodyshop, where it remained there for a month:bawling: , and they just dastardized my hood. It hasn't looked the same since

KP

· #15 · Apr 28, 2002

Btw, going to the motherland anytime soon?:bigpimp:

eugeneDC/TX

Discussion Starter · #16 · Apr 28, 2002

KP said:
Btw, going to the motherland anytime soon?:bigpimp:

would absolutely LOVE to, but wont get the chance for at least 3 more years. last time i went was summer of 97. i want to go again, but school and stuff gets in the way

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