Short Shifter Recommendation For E92 M3

juvi22003 · 02-22-2024, 03:05 PM

Newbie here to the M platform but not new to modified cars. (@rhd.jessie) I recently picked up a 2008 E92 M3 and I’m looking for a short shifter that will retain my oem shift knob, Zhp or bmw peformance knob.

One person have recommended the auto solution I think it’s called but I’m curious on if there is any other options?

Thank you

smmmurf · 02-22-2024, 03:11 PM

AutoSolutions works very well in my E90 with a 19% reduction.

CTMike · 02-22-2024, 03:56 PM

Auto solutions here as well and couldn’t be happier. There are a handful of other options though as well, yes.

NiBe · 02-22-2024, 04:21 PM

Auto solutions here as well. 100% happy. 100/100 both the product and their customer care.

juvi22003 · 02-22-2024, 05:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CTMike

Auto solutions here as well and couldn’t be happier. There are a handful of other options though as well, yes.

Curious what are the other options?

juvi22003 · 02-22-2024, 05:54 PM

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Originally Posted by smmmurf

AutoSolutions works very well in my E90 with a 19% reduction.

Quote:

Originally Posted by NiBe

Auto solutions here as well. 100% happy. 100/100 both the product and their customer care.

Thank you

Just wanted to see what are the other options before making a final decision.

chenium · 02-22-2024, 06:16 PM

The less commonly recommended SSK that are oem style are the Rogue Engineering Octane SSK and the UUC SSK

Here's a link to a review for the Rogue Engineering version: https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=456187

Then there's the race style shifters that are chassis mounted suched as CAE and RTD. It's recommended you get stiffer transmission mounts since the shifter assembly no longer moves with the transmission.

pedro2u · 02-22-2024, 07:36 PM

Having previously owned a 2005 ZHP with that short shifter, I just had to have that short shifter in my M3. I went with the F80 Lighted Shifter 25112284705..

Easy DIY. Love the look and feel, and that short throw

e90_503 · 02-22-2024, 09:24 PM

Another vouch for AutoSolutions. Pain in the ass to install but worth it, much improved over the sloppy rubbery feel of the stock shifter.

LOW4LYF · 02-22-2024, 09:44 PM

Turner Motorsports adjustable shifter.

juvi22003 · 02-22-2024, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by chenium

The less commonly recommended SSK that are oem style are the Rogue Engineering Octane SSK and the UUC SSK

Here's a link to a review for the Rogue Engineering version: https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=456187

Then there's the race style shifters that are chassis mounted suched as CAE and RTD. It's recommended you get stiffer transmission mounts since the shifter assembly no longer moves with the transmission.

Seems like a lot of mix reviews on this one

juvi22003 · 02-22-2024, 09:49 PM

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Originally Posted by LOW4LYF

Turner Motorsports adjustable shifter.

Can you post the link to this one?

juvi22003 · 02-22-2024, 09:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pedro2u

Having previously owned a 2005 ZHP with that short shifter, I just had to have that short shifter in my M3. I went with the F80 Lighted Shifter 25112284705..

Easy DIY. Love the look and feel, and that short throw

Thats the plan either that knob or the m performance...link below

https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...iABEgKE5PD_BwE

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Originally Posted by e90_503

Another vouch for AutoSolutions. Pain in the ass to install but worth it, much improved over the sloppy rubbery feel of the stock shifter.

Thank you

chenium · 02-22-2024, 10:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by juvi22003

Seems like a lot of mix reviews on this one

I'm undecided on this. I have a Rogue Engineering SSK that's not currently installed that was included with the sale. Most on this forum will recommend Autosolutions shifter but I haven't seen any direct comparison between them from someone who's experienced both. But effectively, they use the same strategy of lifting the pivot point and extending the connection to the selector rod.

DanMpower · 02-22-2024, 11:23 PM

Had Autosolutions on multiple E9x M3s. It is the best shifter to improve shift action drastically yet retain the OEM look. If you want the race car look and feel, try the RTD chassis-mounted shifter.

DanMpower · 02-22-2024, 11:27 PM

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Originally Posted by juvi22003

Thank you

Just wanted to see what are the other options before making a final decision.

From your description in what you want in a shifter, Autosolutions is the one. Tried and true, loved by all who own it. No need to risk any other options with mixed reviews.

juvi22003 · 02-23-2024, 12:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chenium

I'm undecided on this. I have a Rogue Engineering SSK that's not currently installed that was included with the sale. Most on this forum will recommend Autosolutions shifter but I haven't seen any direct comparison between them from someone who's experienced both. But effectively, they use the same strategy of lifting the pivot point and extending the connection to the selector rod.

Yeah this was my only thing too, I haven't seen it being compared to anything else.

Quote:

Originally Posted by DanMpower

Had Autosolutions on multiple E9x M3s. It is the best shifter to improve shift action drastically yet retain the OEM look. If you want the race car look and feel, try the RTD chassis-mounted shifter.

Yeah that high RTD look is not what i'm after

Quote:

Originally Posted by DanMpower

From your description in what you want in a shifter, Autosolutions is the one. Tried and true, loved by all who own it. No need to risk any other options with mixed reviews.

Got it
BTW is AutoSolutions here as a vendor?

smokinjoe64 · 02-23-2024, 12:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by juvi22003

Newbie here to the M platform but not new to modified cars. (@rhd.jessie) I recently picked up a 2008 E92 M3 and I’m looking for a short shifter that will retain my oem shift knob, Zhp or bmw peformance knob.

One person have recommended the auto solution I think it’s called but I’m curious on if there is any other options?

Thank you

juvi22003 AutoSolutions SSK recommendations posted are great indicators.

Fully concur, Autosolutions is the superior product... personal testimonial from multiple 6MT SSKs:

1998 e39 540 - UUC
2003 e39 M5 - Autosolution
2008 e92 M3 - Autosolution
2012 e92 M3 - Autosolution

Richneerd · 02-23-2024, 12:33 AM

Autosolutions, not a vendor.

Built to order, he will ask you questions and give you advice.

Mine took about a month.

Enjoy!

amrazM · 02-23-2024, 05:18 AM

if you want a chill comfortable setup go autosolutions, if you want the fastest best shifting quality possible go with an rtd or cae chassis mounted shifter, nothing else compares.

Zeus69 · 02-23-2024, 07:24 AM

Another vote for AutoSolutions. Ronald is an artisan (and a super nice guy!)

http://autosolutions.info/

serranot · 02-23-2024, 08:16 AM

Autosolutions.

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CTMike First Lieutenant 262 Rep 329 Posts Drives: 2021 X5 40i MSport/2011 E93 M3 Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: CT iTrader: (1)	Auto solutions here as well and couldn’t be happier. There are a handful of other options though as well, yes. __________________ -- Gone but not forgotten: 2005 X3 2.5 6spd, 2011 X5 50i, 2015 328d Wagon
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NiBe First Lieutenant 453 Rep 365 Posts Drives: BMW E91 & E92 Join Date: Nov 2021 Location: Europe iTrader: (0)	Auto solutions here as well. 100% happy. 100/100 both the product and their customer care.
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02-22-2024, 06:16 PM	#7
chenium Private 31 Rep 63 Posts Drives: Porsche 911, 2010 E90 M3 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: NJ iTrader: (0)	The less commonly recommended SSK that are oem style are the Rogue Engineering Octane SSK and the UUC SSK Here's a link to a review for the Rogue Engineering version: https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=456187 Then there's the race style shifters that are chassis mounted suched as CAE and RTD. It's recommended you get stiffer transmission mounts since the shifter assembly no longer moves with the transmission.
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pedro2u Lieutenant 278 Rep 443 Posts Drives: '11 E93 M3 6MT, '08 E92 335Xi Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Southington, CT iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW 335XI E92 [0.00] 2011 BMW M3 E93 [0.00]	Having previously owned a 2005 ZHP with that short shifter, I just had to have that short shifter in my M3. I went with the F80 Lighted Shifter 25112284705.. Easy DIY. Love the look and feel, and that short throw __________________ Pete Last edited by pedro2u; 02-22-2024 at 07:43 PM..
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e90_503 New Member 12 Rep 27 Posts Drives: 09 E90 M3 Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: OR iTrader: (0)	Another vouch for AutoSolutions. Pain in the ass to install but worth it, much improved over the sloppy rubbery feel of the stock shifter.
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02-22-2024, 09:44 PM	#10
LOW4LYF Brigadier General 2163 Rep 4,106 Posts Drives: E92 M3 & F85 X5M Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: @Home iTrader: (1)	Turner Motorsports adjustable shifter.
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DanMpower Colonel 3237 Rep 2,160 Posts Drives: BMW M3s and a Red VW Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Southern CA iTrader: (28)	Had Autosolutions on multiple E9x M3s. It is the best shifter to improve shift action drastically yet retain the OEM look. If you want the race car look and feel, try the RTD chassis-mounted shifter.
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Richneerd The WEEBM3 469 Rep 782 Posts Drives: E90 WEEBM3 Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: San Jose, CA iTrader: (0)	Autosolutions, not a vendor. Built to order, he will ask you questions and give you advice. Mine took about a month. Enjoy! __________________ BMW E90 Alpine White Slicktop Stripped 6M 03/2008 IG: @Richneerd
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amrazM mTekMods 2142 Rep 2,902 Posts Drives: like a granny. Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Manhatan iTrader: (1)	if you want a chill comfortable setup go autosolutions, if you want the fastest best shifting quality possible go with an rtd or cae chassis mounted shifter, nothing else compares. __________________ 2011 Frozen Black/Fox Red E90 M3 650+WHP G-Power Supercharged First DCT to Manual Conversion Worldwide KW CS, BBS RI-A, BW Headers, Snow 2.5
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Zeus69 First Lieutenant 103 Rep 331 Posts Drives: 2011 E90 M3 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Illinois iTrader: (1)	Another vote for AutoSolutions. Ronald is an artisan (and a super nice guy!) http://autosolutions.info/ __________________
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serranot Lieutenant 324 Rep 488 Posts Drives: 2011 E90 M3 6MT Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Middletown, MD iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 BMW E90 M3 [10.00]	Autosolutions.
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