BMW Drivetrain Parts for BMW 1 Series E82 (2008-2013)

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.

Replacement flex disc (guibo). 135mm diameter. 12mm bolt. Application and transmission specific! See below.

Applications:
2008+ E82 BMW 128i
5/1986-1991 E30 BMW 325e 325es M3 - Manual Transmission 
1987-1991 E30 BMW 325ix - Between Transmission & Transfer Case
1996-1998 E36 BMW 328i 328is 328ic - Manual Transmission only 
1999-2005 E46 BMW 323i 323ci 325i 325ci - Automatic & SMG Transmissions only 
1999-2005 E46 BMW 328i 328ci 330i 330ci - Manual, Auto, and SMG
2006+ E90 BMW 325i 328i 330i - Manual or Automatic Transmission 
2006+ E91 BMW 328i - Manual or Automatic Transmission 
2007+ E92 BMW 328i - Manual or Automatic Transmission 
2007+ E93 BMW 328 - Manual or Automatic Transmission 
1982-1983 E28 BMW 528e - Manual Transmission
5/1986-1988 E28 BMW 528e - Manual Transmission
1982-1988 E28 BMW 533i 535i 535is M5 - Manual Transmission 
1991-1995 E34 BMW 525i - Automatic Transmission
1989-6/1992 E34 BMW 525i - Manual Transmission
1993-1995 E34 BMW 530i - Manual or Automatic Transmission
1989-1993 E34 BMW 535i - Manual Transmission
2001-2003 E39 BMW 525i - Automatic Transmission
1997-2003 E39 BMW 528i 530i - Manual or Automatic Transmission 
1980-1989 E24 BMW 633csi 635csi M6 - Manual Transmission
2000-2006 E53 BMW X5 3.0i - for Rear Driveshaft
2000-2003 E53 BMW X5 4.4i X5 4.6is - for Rear Driveshaft
2007-2013 E70 BMW X5 3.0si X5 4.8i X5 xDrive30i X5 xDrive48i - for Rear Driveshaft 
1997-2002 Z3 BMW Z3 2.3 Z3 2.5i - Automatic Transmission 
1997-2002 Z3 BMW Z3 2.8 Z3 3.0i - Manual or Automatic Transmission 
2003-2008 Z4 BMW Z4 2.5i - Automatic or SMG Transmission
2003-2008 Z4 BMW Z4 3.0i Z4 3.0si 

This bushing is designed for use at the rear side of the shifter arm, providing support for the rear section connected to the body.

Key Features:

Ensures a perfect fit Instantly replaces worn or damaged OE shift lever bushings, restoring smooth manual transmission shifting Constructed from high-strength materials for long-lasting durability Manufactured to factory specifications for easy installation and optimal shifting performance Resistant to heat and ozone for extended reliability