Shifter Upgrades and Components for BMW 5 Series E34 (1987-1995)

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There's nothing worse than a sloppy shifter in your manual transmission BMW. For most applications, we have poly and teflon rebuild kits available to make your shifter feel more precise than it did the day it rolled off the showroom floor. Don't underestimate the value of a good shifter rebuild, this will restore the engaging driving experience that makes your BMW the ultimate driving machine.

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The ULTIMATE shifter upgrade for your BMW! Experience more precise throws, less shift lever travel, and an all-around transformation in your shifting experience.

For dozens of years, enthusiasts have critiqued the imprecise and vague feeling of BMW manual transmissions. Plagued with long throws, fore and aft play in gear, and a generally loose feeling, your OEM BMW shifter leaves much to be desired. While most standard carrier-mount short throw shifter kits will aid in reducing throw length and eliminating side-to-side play in gear, some enthusiasts long for a hardcore, race-inspired shifter that completely removes play and excessive throw length. At Turner Motorsport we share the same desire and set out to offer the ULTIMATE upgrade with this Performance Chassis Mount Short Shifter.

WHY UPGRADE?

Factory BMW shifter assemblies are complex by nature. The main component of this assembly is the shift carrier, a cast aluminum piece positioned inside the transmission tunnel that incorporates bushings at both ends for mounting. Like most factory parts, these bushings are designed to reduce NVH (noise, vibration, and harshness) transmission to the cabin. To the spirited driver, however, these bushings translate to flex and vagueness in the shift lever. Moreover, because this carrier is mounted to both the transmission and the body, the entire shifter assembly will "float" with the driveline, further increasing the vague and imprecise feeling of your shifter.

Our Performance Chassis Mount Short Shifter removes the shift carrier assembly entirely—removing any prospect of flex caused by bushings or driveline movement. By contrast, this chassis mount shifter offers a drastic reduction in shift lever travel, vagueness, and side-to-side play. An elevated base allows for moving the fulcrum point upwards, resulting in a much shorter and more precise throw. Shift times are further reduced by a tall, "rally style" shift lever, used to aid in leverage while also bringing the lever closer to the steering wheel. Our design incorporates a proprietary centering spring design, which is adjustable for increasing or decreasing self-centering force. In short, this design eliminates all the drawbacks of your factory BMW shifter, translating to more control, greater precision, shorter throws, and faster shift times.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

Reduced Throw: Modified shifter geometry and heightened fulcrum point translate to a shorter shift lever throw
Improved Shifter Feel: Eliminating the shift carrier and associated bushings drastically reduces "slop" and side-to-side play in the shift lever
Increased Precision: Mounting the shifter to the chassis allows for little to no variation in gear selection
Universal Fitment: Fits many BMW chassis with the provided base plate and hardware (see "Fits These Cars" for exact fitment information)
DESIGN

6061 aluminum, 4130 steel, and 316 stainless steel construction
A type-II black anodized finish
Adjustable self-centering spring
"Rally Style" shift lever
Spherical bearing pivot with maintenance-free brass insert
Product Development:

Our Chassis Mount Shifters are designed, engineered, tested and quality inspected by our Research and Development team at Turner. Nothing but the highest level of precision and quality through leading-edge product development technology including FARO laser scanning for reverse engineering and quality inspection, SolidWorks 3D CAD modeling, rapid prototyping utilizing our in-house 3D printer and rigorous long term product testing.

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This bushing is the point where the shifter arm pivots. If you are experiencing excess play in your shifter, this could be the cause. Worn out shifter ball bushings allow too much movement from wear over time.
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Enhance Your BMW's Performance with the BMW Teflon Shifter Bushing Kit

  • Improves shifting precision and responsiveness
  • Reduces play and slop in the shifter mechanism
  • Made from high-quality Teflon material for durability
  • Easy to install with no modifications required

Upgrade your BMW's shifting performance with the BMW Teflon Shifter Bushing Kit. This kit improves shifting precision and responsiveness by reducing play and slop in the shifter mechanism. Crafted from high-quality Teflon material, the bushings offer durability and long-lasting performance. Installation is straightforward, requiring no modifications to your vehicle.

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Genuine BMW Bush Bearing Oval - L=26mm/Schwarz
This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E36 M3,E39 M5,E60 M5,E63 M6,E46 M3,E82 1M Coupe,E34,E36,E39,E46,E63,E82,E85 Z4,E89 Z4,E90,E92,E93,F06,F10,F12,F13,F22,F30,F31,F32,F33,F34,F36,F80 M3,F82 M4,F83

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Upgrade Your BMW Shifter with the BMW Teflon Shifter Bushing Kit

  • Enhanced shifting precision for a smoother driving experience
  • Durable Teflon construction for long-lasting performance
  • Reduces play and slop in the shifter mechanism
  • Easy installation with included hardware and instructions

Enhance the performance of your BMW's shifter with the BMW Teflon Shifter Bushing Kit. This kit is designed to provide enhanced shifting precision, resulting in a smoother and more responsive driving experience. Crafted from durable Teflon material, these bushings offer long-lasting performance and reliability. By reducing play and slop in the shifter mechanism, this kit ensures precise gear changes every time you shift. Installation is quick and easy with the included hardware and detailed instructions, allowing you to enjoy the benefits of improved shifter performance in no time.

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Shifter slop is a common complaint among all BMW models. Some of that play comes from the bushings where the shifter carrier mounts to the transmission. The original rubber carrier bushings don't last very long and when they get too soft the shifter flops around. These Teflon bushings are not as stiff as Delrin so they won't transmit as much vibration and buzz in the shifter. Yet Teflon will last much longer than the factory rubber, giving you precise shifting for many years.

Note: this is only one part of the shift linkage and there may be other components that need replacing to improve shifting feel.

We advise getting a replacement bushing carrier pin as well. If the original rubber bushings are worn the pin will have wear too and you will still have slop in the shifter, even with the new bushings.

These are the ROUND shifter carrier bushings (some BMW models have oval bushings).

This item fits the following BMWs:
6/1986-1992 E30 BMW 318i 318is 325e 325es 325i 325is 325ic M3
1992-1999 E36 BMW 318i 318is 318ic 323is 323ic 325i 325is 325ic
1999-2006 E46 BMW 323i 323ci 325i 325ci
1982-1988 E28 BMW 528e 533i 535i 535is M5
1989-1995 E34 BMW 525i 535i M5

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Genuine BMW Locking Pin
This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E46 M3,E34,E39,E46

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Genuine BMW Pull Rod - L=121mm
This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E34,E36


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Shifter slop is a common complaint among all BMW models. Some of that play comes from the bushings where the shifter carrier mounts to the transmission. The original rubber carrier bushings don't last very long and when they get too soft the shifter flops around. These Teflon bushings are not as stiff as Delrin so they won't transmit as much vibration and buzz in the shifter. Yet Teflon will last much longer than the factory rubber, giving you precise shifting for many years.

Note: this is only one part of the shift linkage and there may be other components that need replacing to improve shifting feel.

We advise getting a replacement bushing carrier pin as well. If the original rubber bushings are worn the pin will have wear too and you will still have slop in the shifter, even with the new bushings.

These are the OVAL shifter carrier bushings (some BMW models have round bushings).

This item fits the following BMWs:
1992-1998 E36 BMW 328i 328is 328ic M3
1999-2002 E46 BMW 328i 328ci 330i 330ci
2001-2006 E46 BMW M3
1997-2003 E39 BMW 540i M5
1997-2002 Z3 BMW Z3 1.9 Z3 2.3 Z3 2.5i Z3 2.8 Z3 3.0i M Roadster M Roadster
1999-2003 E52 BMW Z8

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Genuine BMW Rubber Dust Cover
For vehicles with manual transmission only
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Genuine BMW Rubber Boot
This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E39 M5,E34,E39

Genuine BMW Shifter Rod Joint
For vehicles with production date up to 09/1994
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Genuine BMW Gearshift Rod Joint - Schwarz
This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E30 M3,E36 M3,E34 M5,E30,E34,E36

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Most BMW shifters lose their like-new feeling after a few years. The culprit is the rubber bushing that BMW installs in the shifter arm location. Each time you move the shift lever, the shift rod moves which creates slop in your shifter. ECS Tuning has developed a direct fit, high-strength Teflon bushing as a replacement. Made from virgin Teflon rod, these bushings contain no fillers or impurities, resulting in a longer-lasting replacement piece. These bushings will remove all of the side-to-side slop from the shifter rod, improving even the stock shifter. Kit featuring the following components, 2 Teflon Bushing Inserts
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Genuine BMW Bearing Sleeve, Round - L=26Mm
This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E30 M3,E34 M5,E30,E34,E36,E39,E46

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Genuine BMW Straight Selector Rod - A=197mm
This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E34 M5,E34

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Genuine BMW Straight Selector Rod -
This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
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Genuine BMW Gear Selector Rod - E34 525i E30 318i 318is
For vehicles with manual transmission and AC
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Genuine BMW Straight Selector Rod -
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Located in the shifter rod joint, this bushing is best to replace whenever disassembling the shifter assembly.
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Genuine BMW Compression Spring
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GENUINE BMW GEARSHIFT SECURING CLIP 25117571899
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Genuine BMW Bolt - D=10mmx70mm
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OEM Rein Shifter Ball Bushing - Multiple BMWs
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This bushing is the point where the shifter arm pivots. If you are experiencing excess play in your shifter, this could be the cause. Worn out shifter ball bushings allow too much movement from wear over time.
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Tighten up your track day or spirited street shifts with this Genuine BMW Selector Rod refresh kit.
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This kit ensures your shift linkage stays safely secured and firmly engaged through every hard shift.
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This Genuine BMW Compression Spring Kit replaces the weak factory shift springs that control the mechanical resistance and centering of your shift lever.


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Genuine BMW Compression Spring
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This Genuine BMW Manual Shift Selector Rod Hardware Kit includes the exact factory-spec shims and securing clips needed to safely lock down your shift linkage.
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Stop guessing where the gate is. Upgrade your connection to the machine and drive your BMW the way it was meant to be driven.

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