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Old Jan 17, 2009 | 12:14 AM
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I want a new shift **** and have always loved the BMW leather ***** but I doubt it will fit my tc. Do you think it will fit/ what kind of modifications do you think I'd have to do if it doesn't?
Old Jan 17, 2009 | 12:55 AM
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not sure of the thread pattern on their ****.but there area lots of similar leather ***** on the market that will fit .you can also look into sparco and momo ***** in leather that use allen pins to snug up the **** instead of screws.
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most if not all bmw shift ***** dont have a thread pattern, they are a simple slip on
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I have a small momo black shift **** but I dont like it neraly as much as the BMW ones. and besides the bmws are well weighted. and yes they are are slip on/ pull off ones. but does anyone know if they will fit the manual tc shift rod?
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so they have pinch screws to hold them on......if so then they should fit.
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typical
Old Jan 17, 2009 | 02:34 PM
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do you think itll look like im trying to b a BMW or something? opinions?
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only if it says BMW on the ****....lol
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so momo aren't screw *****?
Old Jan 18, 2009 | 11:22 PM
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Originally Posted by kevywevy
do you think itll look like im trying to b a BMW or something? opinions?
i just think its stupid.
Old Jan 19, 2009 | 03:41 AM
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Seriously? Because he likes their shifters? Wow maybe just because you have one and someone wants the shifter you shouldn't jump all over them?

I say just find someone who has a bmw and try theirs, if it fits and doesn't have the bmw symbol on it go for it, I love driving them at work and it always feels good. Just watch out cause most of the drivers are...well just look at the one above me...you'll get my point.
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wow way to flip out because i expressed my opinion. I have seen many cars with different shift *****, mustang *****, bmw ***** and such, that doesn't make my opinion wrong because i own a bmw. I just think its a dumb idea and money could be vested in other places
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why do you think it's a dumb idea?
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neb, if you think it is a stupid idea then dont post. look at all the stupid mods out there, but those people are happy ( i guess). if this kid wants get a bmw shift ****, then just help him find one, you do have a bmw so i assume you know where to find OEM parts.

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I just don't think 200-400 for a factory bmw **** is a good idea
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yea seriously
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try E90post.com
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Originally Posted by nebster
I just don't think 200-400 for a factory bmw **** is a good idea
whoa, didnt know that. if you stated that eailer i wouldnt have responded, i apoligize.

knock off FTW

but seriously op, if you want it fine, i would find an alternative.
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ohh no I know ppl at the local BMW delaership and can get for about $50 no prob. Id just take off the BMW logo. My dad had a z4 nd I loved the shift **** and I hate most of the aftermarket ones out ther so I figued wat the heck y not go for it. Dont worry im not trying to put BMW stuff all over my car and look like a tool or anything
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Oh i thought you were talking about the good BMW performance ***** not the stock ones



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