Options for short shifter kits?

GoSlow2GoFast · 07-28-2016, 12:12 PM

I've searched around a bit, but haven't found much info on what might be available for shifter kits for the M2? Either from BMW or third party? Anyone know of kits "approved" for the M2? Or kits from other cars that are known to wok even if not officially marketed that way yet?

~gs2gf

Twix · 07-28-2016, 12:49 PM

Anything for an M4 will fit. UUC makes a good shifter

Benzima · 07-28-2016, 01:55 PM

M Performance shift knob?

GoSlow2GoFast · 07-28-2016, 02:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Benzima

M Performance shift knob?

Not looking for a knob, rather a replacement shifter that will shorten and stiffen up the throw.

~gs2gf

omasou · 07-28-2016, 03:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GoSlow2GoFast

I've searched around a bit, but haven't found much info on what might be available for shifter kits for the M2? Either from BMW or third party? Anyone know of kits "approved" for the M2? Or kits from other cars that are known to wok even if not officially marketed that way yet?

A short shifter s made from a different model's shifter + a compound bend. Watched Ron Stygar make one back in the day. If the M4 has the same part number as the M2 and everything else being equal, seat placement, etc. then you may be able to use the M4 SS like the fellow below mentioned. Call Ben and ask if he has tried one in a M2?

Edit: Probably more than you wanted to know...

http://www.unofficialbmw.com/ronstygar.html

GoSlow2GoFast · 07-28-2016, 07:58 PM

Okay, I'm up to one now. I spoke to the folks at UUC and they confirmed that their kit for the M235 (link below) will work perfectly in the M2.

This is great, but would love to find other vendors to comparison shop a bit.

http://store.uucmotorwerks.com/ultim...35i-p1505.aspx

And optional DSSR:

http://store.uucmotorwerks.com/articles/SSK-DSSR.htm

~gs2gf

BruceM · 07-28-2016, 08:22 PM

Does the M235 kit really offer the DSSR? I couldn't tell from the website which one does or doesn't.

I'm a bit surprised by the applicability of the M235 kit, though. It would make more sense to me that the M4 SSK kit would work, because I think the box is exactly the same with the M2....

In any event, I'm going to want an SSK kit too. My test drive of an M4 manual left me cold. It had no heft to it at all, stick too high, etc. The pedal effort was also way too light, but there's not much to be done about that at this point...

DrKevM5 · 07-28-2016, 08:49 PM

I've had the UUC for almost three months and love it

omasou · 07-28-2016, 09:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GoSlow2GoFast

Okay, I'm up to one now. I spoke to the folks at UUC and they confirmed that their kit for the M235 (link below) will work perfectly in the M2.

This is great, but would love to find other vendors to comparison shop a bit.

http://store.uucmotorwerks.com/ultim...35i-p1505.aspx

And optional DSSR:

http://store.uucmotorwerks.com/articles/SSK-DSSR.htm

~gs2gf

I couldn't see a larger picture but looks like he manufacturing parts now. A bit pricy but he has been doing this for a long time.

Not sure about the second part. I personally am not to keen in removing all factory play. BMW obviously did not make the linkage completely rigid for a reason but to each their own.

GoSlow2GoFast · 07-29-2016, 06:19 AM

I am checking further into the DSSR, I see now that they don't list one for the M235, so not sure that it is available for the M2 yet. Will post back what I learn...

~gs2gf

omasou · 07-29-2016, 07:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GoSlow2GoFast

I am checking further into the DSSR, I see now that they don't list one for the M235, so not sure that it is available for the M2 yet. Will post back what I learn...

~gs2gf

In the past I have just replaced the yellow bushings (4 total) on each end and that tightens it up a bit. Not really an issue.

Actually, try cramming an extra bushing on each side (if you can get the clip back on

) and see how tight it gets.

DKX4///M · 07-29-2016, 11:35 AM

UUC w DSSR Rod is superior but burger has a ssk for 170 bucks compared to 400...just FYI...Or on ecstuning get the oem bmw m performance cf shift knob/boot amd its like a short shifter and the weighted knob takes away notchiness just still the same throw (well theoretically shorter but harder, which i like)

M2OG · 08-02-2016, 12:58 PM

Whats involved with installing one of these?

GoSlow2GoFast · 08-02-2016, 03:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Natek

Whats involved with installing one of these?

The UUC is slightly more complex than some that don't change out the top carrier, but in general this is the idea. It's a little bit of a pain, but certainly doable in the garage by anyone who is comfortable doing basic maintenance on an auto.

http://www.uucmotorwerks.com/EVO3_IN...L_USSF22-1.pdf

Bimmer28312 · 09-24-2016, 11:05 AM

Anyone get around installing one of these options??

GoSlow2GoFast · 09-24-2016, 06:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bimmer28312

Anyone get around installing one of these options??

Not yet for me, car just arrived a few days ago...

Bimmer28312 · 09-25-2016, 04:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GoSlow2GoFast

Not yet for me, car just arrived a few days ago...

Same here. Trying to figure out what mods to do first.

lazyd0c · 04-19-2017, 06:48 PM

Is UUC and burger tuning the only options for SSK currently? Can someone who currently has a SSK installed comment and review?

GoSlow2GoFast · 04-19-2017, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by lazyd0c

Is UUC and burger tuning the only options for SSK currently? Can someone who currently has a SSK installed comment and review?

And just so you know, I have had a UUC kit on order for the M2 since December 2016 and they still aren't shipping yet...

GoSlow2GoFast · 04-19-2017, 07:59 PM

And just to add to the list Rogue Engineering offers one also.

http://www.rogueengineering.com/Rogu...Kit_p_115.html

lazyd0c · 04-19-2017, 07:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GoSlow2GoFast

And just so you know, I have had a UUC kit on order for the M2 since December 2016 and they still aren't shipping yet...

wtf? seriously? that makes no sense.... from what vendor?

GoSlow2GoFast · 04-19-2017, 08:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lazyd0c

wtf? seriously? that makes no sense.... from what vendor?

UUC

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