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Old 06-14-2007, 02:06 PM
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Originally Posted by EK801 View Post
Hi,

I have found this short shift on ebay and was wondering if anyone has any experience with this kind of shifter.
Also, is it dodgy putting this in my car? Should I go for a more expensive brand name one?
Thanks for your comments

Link:
eBay Motors: BMW 99-04 E46 323i 325i 328i 330i SHORT SHIFTER 00 01 (item 270127765303 end time Jun-10-07 19:13:36 PDT)
I would stay away from kits like those. More often than not, these ebay parts are made to fit a very wide range of cars. This means that fitment will probably be off and your install might be a real headache.

It is worth it in my opinion to use parts from reputable vendors. B&M and Rogue Engineering make some good SSK's, as does UUC. Turner Motorsports is also a great source for these kits.

If we were talking about blinkers or a shift knob, I would be a little more lenient with purchasing from a no-name company. However, you are considering replacing the part that connects YOU to the transmission of your car. I'd like that part to be well engineered and to fit/function perfectly.

Good luck.
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