Shifter Upgrades and Components for BMW 1 Series E82 (2008-2013)

The BMW Shifter Carrier Arm Bushings - Oval are essential components designed to support and stabilize the shifter assembly in various BMW models. These bushings ensure a firm and accurate connection between the shifter carrier arm and the vehicle chassis, resulting in smoother, more precise gear shifts.

Key Features:

1. Oval Design for Stability:

   • The oval shape of these bushings provides a secure fit, ensuring that the shifter carrier arm stays properly aligned. This helps reduce excess play and maintains the integrity of the shifter assembly over time.

2. Enhanced Shifting Accuracy:

   • By minimizing unwanted movement and flex in the shifter mechanism, these bushings provide a more direct and controlled shifting experience, improving the feel of each gear change.

3. Durable and Long-Lasting:

   • Constructed from high-quality, durable materials, these bushings are built to withstand the stresses of everyday driving and high-performance use. They offer long-lasting reliability, even under demanding conditions.

4. Improved Driving Experience:

   • Replacing worn-out or degraded bushings can significantly enhance the overall driving experience. With new oval bushings installed, drivers will enjoy tighter, more responsive gear shifts, leading to a more engaging and enjoyable driving dynamic.

5. Easy Installation:

   • These bushings are designed to fit seamlessly into the shifter assembly of various BMW models. While installation can be handled by DIY enthusiasts, professional installation is recommended for optimal alignment and performance.

6. Wide Compatibility:

   • Suitable for a range of BMW models, these bushings are a versatile and valuable upgrade or replacement for drivers looking to restore or improve their vehicle’s shifter performance.

Benefits of Upgrading or Replacing:

• Tighter Shifting Feel: New oval bushings restore precision to the shifter assembly, eliminating the slack that develops over time in worn bushings, providing a more connected driving experience.
• Reduced Vibrations and Noise: Fresh bushings help dampen vibrations and reduce noise from the shifter assembly, contributing to a smoother, quieter ride.
• Extended Shifter Life: By maintaining proper alignment and reducing stress on other components, replacing old bushings can help extend the life of the entire shifter assembly.

In summary, the BMW Shifter Carrier Arm Bushings - Oval are a crucial upgrade for drivers looking to improve the performance and feel of their shifter. With enhanced durability, improved shifting precision, and a better driving experience, these bushings are a valuable investment for any BMW enthusiast.

• 30% shorter shifts
• Counterbalanced for great shift feel
• Stainless steel & aluminum construction
• Rubber isolated for reduced NVH
• Maintains stock shift feel with uprated stock-type bushings

The Dinan short shifter provides shorter shift throws with a crisper and more precise feel than a stock shifter. Instead of retrofitting a stock BMW lever, with all of its deficiencies, Dinan has engineered this billet aluminum shifting system. Special features engineered into this unit include a two piece fully isolated stick assembly, exclusive integrated and dampened pivot cup with self lubricating pivot ball, counter balanced to reduce effort and exclusive polymer "Iglide" T-500 lower pivot bushings that are impervious to contamination. Featuring an adjustable pivot, which allows this shifter to fit both standard and M Series applications. All of this combined with a simple straightforward installation provides a professional level shifter. Provides a 30% throw reduction in E82 128i/135i, E9X 325i/328i/330i/335i, and E60 530i/545i/550i.

For over 35 years, Dinan has been America's premier tuning company, pioneering advancements in BMW modification while retaining a focus on balanced performance that preserves the original character and driving feel that a BMW offers. When you install a Dinan part on your car, know that it's not only carefully developed and tested, but that Dinan stands behind it with a four year, 50,000-mile warranty.

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

Tired of dealing with excess shifter slop and a mushy shifter? The Turner Shifter Rebuild & Upgrade Kits will restore your shifter's crisp feel and eliminate excessive movement that develops over time with wear. Included in this kit are all the common wear components and upgraded bushings that will give you a tighter shifting feel than traditional rubber bushings and will resist wear significantly longer.

This kit is perfect to restore your driving pleasure and will be the last shifter rebuild you will ever need!

See the included components under Kit Contents below.

The Powerflex BMW Shifter Carrier Arm Bushings - Oval (Pack of 2) are a premium upgrade for BMW enthusiasts seeking enhanced precision and reliability in their gear shifts. These bushings replace the OEM rubber bushings, which can degrade over time, leading to loose or vague shifting.

Product Highlights:

• Shape: Oval design, tailored for specific BMW models.
• Material: Crafted from durable polyurethane, offering superior performance over standard rubber bushings.
• Enhanced Shift Feel: Significantly reduces flex and movement in the shifter carrier arm, providing tighter and more responsive gear shifts.
• Longevity: Resistant to wear, oil, and extreme temperatures, ensuring long-lasting performance under all driving conditions.
• Direct Replacement: Simple installation as a direct fit for the factory bushings.
• Performance Benefits: Ideal for daily driving or track use, offering improved shift accuracy and reduced sloppiness.

This set of two bushings is a perfect upgrade for drivers looking for crisper, more controlled shifting in their BMW, making it an essential component for both performance and c

Tired of dealing with excess shifter slop and a mushy shifter? The Turner Shifter Rebuild & Upgrade Kits will restore your shifter's crisp feel and eliminate excessive movement that develops over time with wear. Included in this kit are all the common wear components and OE quality bushings that will give you a tighter shifting feel and will hold up like a day 1 BMW.

This kit is perfect to restore your driving pleasure!

See the included components under Kit Contents below.

A sloppy shifter can make your driving experience miserable. Luckily these Genuine BMW shifter rebuild kits are available to restore the crisp feel of a brand new shifter. This kit includes all of the Genuine BMW components that normally wear down and cause issues such as the bushings, clips, and dowel pin.

See all of the included components below!

A sloppy shifter can make your driving experience miserable. Luckily these Genuine BMW shifter rebuild kits are available to restore the crisp feel of a brand new shifter. This kit includes all of the Genuine BMW components that normally wear down and cause issues such as the bushings, clips, and dowel pin.

See all of the included components below!