[remmib]

There 's one more OEM shift knob. It's a short shift knob like the one Nikki has, but it's all leather

[triton.]

Originally Posted by Nikki

Short shifter! Those ones are my pics!

The #5 Comparo pic is mine

Good compliation of shift knobs, moderaters might want to make this a sticky for people to see what's out there.

For those looking for the "Old" E46 Weighted shift knob. Make sure they actaully have it, they can't order it anymore as it will be superceded in the computer with the "New" E46 shift knob.

[TimJ]

I don't get the fascination with the M-sport knob. Can't be much more functional than any of the other short knobs and it's kinda ugly, IMHO.

I guess people just love having the "M" on their non-M cars?

[John]

great thread. as far as aesthetics go, i like the OEM. matchs trim of car perfectly (with aluminum at least).

[tman]

Originally Posted by TimJ

I don't get the fascination with the M-sport knob. Can't be much more functional than any of the other short knobs and it's kinda ugly, IMHO.

I guess people just love having the "M" on their non-M cars?

Actually it's more than that. IMHO, the stock shift knob is too tall and skinny; it looks out of place.

But more importantly, the M knob has a sporty feel to it and at least for me feels better when shifting. I guess I'm used to a "sportier" shift knob; Infiniti and Acura and Mustang being the last 3 manuals that I had. I'd be surprised if the true enthusiast likened the stock shifter more.

[ase2dais]

Originally Posted by spacedogg

I did some research into shift knobs for the past few days so I decided that I would share what I have gleaned from the various threads written on this topic. Please let me know if anything is incorrect or if I should add anything to this post. I also had to lift photos from other threads and pages...apologizes in advance for that. Please PM me if you have clearer photos or more popular knobs to add or info to add (i.e. weight).

THANKS FOR THIS "The Mother of All Knob Threads"

very usefull

[SoYank]

Originally Posted by spacedogg

13. AC Schnitzer Shift Knob



14. Hamann Shift Knob

What's the towing capacity of these?

[HRC]

Originally Posted by SoYank

What's the towing capacity of these?

LMAO! I never felt comfortable using a ball-type shiftknob. Before the e90, all my knobs were either:

the "Competition"

or the "Super Anatomic" non wood version


Danny

[spacedogg]

Originally Posted by SoYank

What's the towing capacity of these?

Hehe. Considering how expensive the ACS shift knob is...you would actually think that it could either tow boats...or maybe come with one! $350...bloody hell...I can think of other things to buy with that kinda money.

[lux.sh]

Why not some MOMO/Sparco brand shiftknobs? there are alot more shift knobs out there.

by the way, great informative thread. thanks for taking your time to make something like this.

[Driv3r]

HEY!, that a pic of my car with the Whalen Shift knob...when i used to have it,, problem was that the locking mechanism never had enough "bite" to stay in place during spirited shifting..... Msport shift knob is almost perfect IMO

[bavarian19]

#5 was taken in my car!!!


I had that knob for less than 24 hours... I returned it because I did not like the feel of it, and it was too high...

[climkt]

this is SUPERB thread which encompasses all 6MT knobs for e90. u used a e46 knob for your e90?

can i use the m illuminated chrome leather m3 e46 knob or e36 knob on my e90? i bought a e90 m short shifter a few months back but i am still keen to get an orig bmw illuminated knob

[Traceaz]

^ prime example of when a hobby becomes an obsession....

[climkt]

this was my favourite illuminated m bmw leather knob. used it for my e36 325 coupe. C3 UK have a 6 speed cover for the knob.anyone knows whether this will fit the e90?
i have a fascination with manual gear knobs too.

[spacedogg]

Originally Posted by climkt

this was my favourite illuminated m bmw leather knob. used it for my e36 325 coupe. C3 UK have a 6 speed cover for the knob.anyone knows whether this will fit the e90?
i have a fascination with manual gear knobs too.

Hmmm...not sure. Looks similar to the illuminated gear knob available on LeatherZ.com

Take a look here.

Their listing of illuminated knobs seem similar between e36 and e46...so perhaps it will also work on the e90. I suppose you can e-mail them to ask...

Hmmm...I wonder if anybody would care to make a heavy knob like the Whalen but with a rubberized plastic cover. That would be super comfortable
and not subject to temperature changes.

[spacedogg]

Originally Posted by Driv3r

HEY!, that a pic of my car with the Whalen Shift knob...when i used to have it,, problem was that the locking mechanism never had enough "bite" to stay in place during spirited shifting..... Msport shift knob is almost perfect IMO

Did you ever use any knobs by UUC? Do you know how they feel in comparison?

[climkt]

i am not great with DIY, will prob wait for short shift m3 e90 gear knob with illumination and buy it stock without having to modify the knob or wiring.

[Volume]

I ordered the matching walnut knob for mine from the BMW accessory catalog. It looks great with the terra and walnut interior. The stock one looks like cheap grey plastic to me... oh wait, it is! LOL...

[Snowman811]

I've purchased #4 - the old E46 leather, short, weighted, leather M knob. Had the chrome version before, but realized I wanted leather wrapped. ANyone interested in a chrome, short, weighted 6sp M shift knob?

[climkt]

hi spacedogg, u managed to put a e46 knob on your e90. this should mean that the e46 illuminated knob should fit the e90. when i look at the bare metal stick and the internal canal of the bmw knob, even the e36 and e90 knobs look identical.
i am going to get my hands on a e46 illuminated knob at my dealership and try it. i just love the night red glow on the knob.

[jojogargoles]

i like the nob that nikki got pretty slick!