Which Gear Knob do you prefer?

Driv3r · 12-14-2005, 07:32 PM

Which gear knob do you think i should get..im trying to go for the best feel mixed with a fairly decent look and price..These are my 2 options. 1) UUC RK6A Height adjustable 115$
2)Whalen Shift Machine Polished Shif Knob 130$
HELP?!

longtran · 12-14-2005, 08:06 PM

i havent tried any of them, but i am definitely geting the uuc shift knob.

Driv3r · 12-14-2005, 09:15 PM

anyone else?!

wchew · 12-14-2005, 09:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Driv3r

anyone else?!

Picture ?

David328M-Sport · 12-14-2005, 09:59 PM

I'm happy with the standard gear selector knob. No plans to change it or anything else at this time.

Driv3r · 12-14-2005, 10:01 PM

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Originally Posted by David325Australia

I'm happy with the standard gear selector knob. No plans to change it or anything else at this time.

i dont know...you see my brother has a e46 ZHP and has this short, heavier M shift knob it feels alot better.. the stock shift knob is too light if you ask me

Black325i · 12-15-2005, 07:57 AM

Agreed...stock is too light, and too tall in my opinion. Just bought an MSport knob (just the knob, not short shift kit) as my wife's present to me

She thinks I'm nuts....$100 for what ??!! Those that don't drive it, don't get it...

longtran · 12-15-2005, 11:39 AM

RK6A with the matching handbrake

txusa03 · 12-15-2005, 11:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Black325i

Agreed...stock is too light, and too tall in my opinion. Just bought an MSport knob (just the knob, not short shift kit) as my wife's present to me

She thinks I'm nuts....$100 for what ??!! Those that don't drive it, don't get it...

have you install it yet, how does it feel?

obLu · 12-15-2005, 11:59 AM

Stock knob is growing on me ... had plans of swapping it for an e46 m3 knob but now I'm not so sure I'm going to go through the trouble.

Of the two choices, I'd probably go UUC. But I'm always afraid of metal knobs that can get slick and cause me to miss a shift. I'm partial to leather knobs.

xyz123 · 12-15-2005, 12:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Driv3r

Which gear knob do you think i should get..im trying to go for the best feel mixed with a fairly decent look and price..These are my 2 options. 1) UUC RK6A Height adjustable 115$
2)Whalen Shift Machine Polished Shif Knob 130$
HELP?!

I am currently using a BMW E46 leather covered M knob. I also have a Whalen Shift Machine that I was using on my previous car, an E46. How things look and feel have something to do with personal preference but I like the looks of the Whalen, especially in a black interior, and I really like it's spherical shape but it is maybe a bit too short. I was looking at a Titanium Cavallino shift knob on their website and it just might be the best for looks and feel but I have not tried one. Others may look okay but I don't like the way most of them attach to the shift lever. I hear that set screws have a way of loosening and coming out.

mikek · 12-15-2005, 02:53 PM

I don't like metal shift knobs, they feel cold or hot depending on weather.

Black325i · 12-15-2005, 03:48 PM

Have not yet installed the Mshift knob. Ordered it on Monday, its there. Should be installed by the weekend (depends when i can get there). Pics will follow ! (along with my commentary !)

wchew · 12-15-2005, 11:33 PM

May I know where can I shop and buy these knobs ?

Driv3r · 12-18-2005, 10:29 PM

you can buy them at www.uucmotorwerks.com or http://www.whalenshiftmachine.com/home.htm

JIMD1709 · 12-22-2005, 10:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Black325i

Have not yet installed the Mshift knob. Ordered it on Monday, its there. Should be installed by the weekend (depends when i can get there). Pics will follow ! (along with my commentary !)

Any comments yet? How about the pics?

Sho · 12-22-2005, 06:14 PM

I would like to have a M-pkg shift knob.

Black325i · 12-22-2005, 06:37 PM

Picking it up tomorrow....been busy, but like its my wife's christmas gift to me. Hold tight boys !

Black325i · 12-23-2005, 02:37 PM

OK. I picked up the new MSport Shifter and the friendly people at the BMW Dealership were kind enough to install it for me. Total time required was about 20 seconds. Simply dropped it into 2nd, and gave 'er a two handed pull. Popped on the MSport and shook my hand. End of job.

A bit about the shifter. This little sucker is heavy. When I opened the box from the parts counter, I felt it. Now I understand why I dropped $100 Cdn. Its real leather, and I knew I liked it right away.

Its hard to explain, but the shifting is now much more precise. Bang-bang from 1st to 2nd. You feel much more connected to the car. Feels good in palm, and cold mornings will be much more tolerable.

If you are looking at spending ~$100, I highly recommend this. Forget the after market wanna be's. Get the MSport...you feel it everytime you are in the car. Pics attached.

06alpine3 · 12-23-2005, 02:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Black325i

OK. I picked up the new MSport Shifter and the friendly people at the BMW Dealership were kind enough to install it for me. Total time required was about 20 seconds. Simply dropped it into 2nd, and gave 'er a two handed pull. Popped on the MSport and shook my hand. End of job.

A bit about the shifter. This little sucker is heavy. When I opened the box from the parts counter, I felt it. Now I understand why I dropped $100 Cdn. Its real leather, and I knew I liked it right away.

Its hard to explain, but the shifting is now much more precise. Bang-bang from 1st to 2nd. You feel much more connected to the car. Feels good in palm, and cold mornings will be much more tolerable.

If you are looking at spending ~$100, I highly recommend this. Forget the after market wanna be's. Get the MSport...you feel it everytime you are in the car. Pics attached.

Wow! that is very nice. You think i could pick one of those up at my local dealer?

HRC · 12-23-2005, 02:51 PM

///M Sport! :rocks:

Danny

SCA · 12-23-2005, 02:59 PM

Nice...

The only thing is that I dislike having an M badge on anything that is not an actual M car.

12-14-2005, 07:32 PM	#1
Driv3r Colonel 177 Rep 2,355 Posts Drives: 2006 E46 M3 ZCP Join Date: May 2005 Location: Miami Beach, FL iTrader: (8) Garage List 2006 325i [0.00]	Which Gear Knob do you prefer? Which gear knob do you think i should get..im trying to go for the best feel mixed with a fairly decent look and price..These are my 2 options. 1) UUC RK6A Height adjustable 115$ 2)Whalen Shift Machine Polished Shif Knob 130$ HELP?! __________________ 2006 E46 M3 ZCP 6SPD-Interlagos Blue - 6SPD - SSK - AA Headers -AA Tune - Navigation w/ Splashscreen Mod - 3M Crystalline Series 60 - Carbon Splitters - Swissvax Treated - Bridgestone 2012 Yamaha FZ8 - Matte Black/Grey - Michelin Pilot Pure 2CT - Vortex Rear Sets - Yoshimura R-77D & Fender Delete - Spectro Race Oil - GP Reverse Shifting
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longtran Lieutenant General 1429 Rep 16,628 Posts Drives: E90 M3 Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: CA iTrader: (105) Garage List 2006 325i [0.00]	i havent tried any of them, but i am definitely geting the uuc shift knob.
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Driv3r Colonel 177 Rep 2,355 Posts Drives: 2006 E46 M3 ZCP Join Date: May 2005 Location: Miami Beach, FL iTrader: (8) Garage List 2006 325i [0.00]	anyone else?! __________________ 2006 E46 M3 ZCP 6SPD-Interlagos Blue - 6SPD - SSK - AA Headers -AA Tune - Navigation w/ Splashscreen Mod - 3M Crystalline Series 60 - Carbon Splitters - Swissvax Treated - Bridgestone 2012 Yamaha FZ8 - Matte Black/Grey - Michelin Pilot Pure 2CT - Vortex Rear Sets - Yoshimura R-77D & Fender Delete - Spectro Race Oil - GP Reverse Shifting
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David328M-Sport Brigadier General 101 Rep 3,566 Posts Drives: F30 M-Sport 328i Estoril Blue Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Melbourne Australia iTrader: (0)	I'm happy with the standard gear selector knob. No plans to change it or anything else at this time. __________________ 328i M-Sport, Estoril Blue, Carbon XP 35 Tint, front heated seats, black Dakota, Sports Suspension, Anthracite Headliner, HUD, Pro Nav, Sunroof, hk 600w, Bi-Xenon, 19" 403M wheels, Reversing Camera, DAB+, Xenon, BT Ext Connect, MST turbo intake pipe, MST Cold Air Intake, JB4 on Map 2 with Catless DP produces awesome performance in Sport.
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12-15-2005, 07:57 AM	#7
Black325i '06 325i / Jet Black / 6sp manual / Sports Package / Active Steering / Adap Lights 1 Rep 118 Posts Drives: 2006 E90 325i Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	Agreed...stock is too light, and too tall in my opinion. Just bought an MSport knob (just the knob, not short shift kit) as my wife's present to me She thinks I'm nuts....$100 for what ??!! Those that don't drive it, don't get it...
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12-15-2005, 11:39 AM	#8
longtran Lieutenant General 1429 Rep 16,628 Posts Drives: E90 M3 Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: CA iTrader: (105) Garage List 2006 325i [0.00]	RK6A with the matching handbrake
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12-15-2005, 11:59 AM	#10
obLu Major 50 Rep 1,159 Posts Drives: 330i 6MT ZSP Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Kirkland, WA, USA iTrader: (1)	Stock knob is growing on me ... had plans of swapping it for an e46 m3 knob but now I'm not so sure I'm going to go through the trouble. Of the two choices, I'd probably go UUC. But I'm always afraid of metal knobs that can get slick and cause me to miss a shift. I'm partial to leather knobs.
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12-15-2005, 02:53 PM	#12
mikek New Member 0 Rep 6 Posts Drives: Acura RSX S Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: San Diego iTrader: (0)	Metal Shift Knobs I don't like metal shift knobs, they feel cold or hot depending on weather.
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Black325i '06 325i / Jet Black / 6sp manual / Sports Package / Active Steering / Adap Lights 1 Rep 118 Posts Drives: 2006 E90 325i Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	Have not yet installed the Mshift knob. Ordered it on Monday, its there. Should be installed by the weekend (depends when i can get there). Pics will follow ! (along with my commentary !)
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12-15-2005, 11:33 PM	#14
wchew Private First Class 14 Rep 108 Posts Drives: 2006 330i Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Bay Area, CA iTrader: (0)	May I know where can I shop and buy these knobs ? __________________ 330i Manual . Black Sapphire . ZPP . ZSP . Navigation . Comfort Access
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12-18-2005, 10:29 PM	#15
Driv3r Colonel 177 Rep 2,355 Posts Drives: 2006 E46 M3 ZCP Join Date: May 2005 Location: Miami Beach, FL iTrader: (8) Garage List 2006 325i [0.00]	you can buy them at www.uucmotorwerks.com or http://www.whalenshiftmachine.com/home.htm __________________ 2006 E46 M3 ZCP 6SPD-Interlagos Blue - 6SPD - SSK - AA Headers -AA Tune - Navigation w/ Splashscreen Mod - 3M Crystalline Series 60 - Carbon Splitters - Swissvax Treated - Bridgestone 2012 Yamaha FZ8 - Matte Black/Grey - Michelin Pilot Pure 2CT - Vortex Rear Sets - Yoshimura R-77D & Fender Delete - Spectro Race Oil - GP Reverse Shifting
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12-22-2005, 06:14 PM	#17
Sho Lieutenant 35 Rep 574 Posts Drives: E90 325i 6-speed Join Date: May 2005 Location: WA iTrader: (0)	I would like to have a M-pkg shift knob.
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12-22-2005, 06:37 PM	#18
Black325i '06 325i / Jet Black / 6sp manual / Sports Package / Active Steering / Adap Lights 1 Rep 118 Posts Drives: 2006 E90 325i Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	Picking it up tomorrow....been busy, but like its my wife's christmas gift to me. Hold tight boys !
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Black325i '06 325i / Jet Black / 6sp manual / Sports Package / Active Steering / Adap Lights 1 Rep 118 Posts Drives: 2006 E90 325i Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	OK. I picked up the new MSport Shifter and the friendly people at the BMW Dealership were kind enough to install it for me. Total time required was about 20 seconds. Simply dropped it into 2nd, and gave 'er a two handed pull. Popped on the MSport and shook my hand. End of job. A bit about the shifter. This little sucker is heavy. When I opened the box from the parts counter, I felt it. Now I understand why I dropped $100 Cdn. Its real leather, and I knew I liked it right away. Its hard to explain, but the shifting is now much more precise. Bang-bang from 1st to 2nd. You feel much more connected to the car. Feels good in palm, and cold mornings will be much more tolerable. If you are looking at spending ~$100, I highly recommend this. Forget the after market wanna be's. Get the MSport...you feel it everytime you are in the car. Pics attached. Attached Images
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SCA Brigadier General 565 Rep 3,742 Posts Drives: Multiple BMWs Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: 🇺🇸 iTrader: (0)	Nice... The only thing is that I dislike having an M badge on anything that is not an actual M car.
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