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      11-19-2020, 06:47 AM   #1
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Short Shift Kits

I have done some searching on the forum on F8x short shift kits. It looks like the two choices are Rogue Engineering and UUC. Most of the posts are a bit dated so I was wondering if anyone as some current information they can share. Which system do you like? Are there any quality issues with either one? I noticed there are a lot of posts of them being crooked, and off center etc. thus raising concerns as I rather not have a crooked shifter. I'm just looking for a little more of a precise feel over the stock shifter.

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I've had the Rogue engineering short shifter for a while now very good quality definitely makes the throat shorter As long as it's installed properly it should be dead center
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Autosolutions SSK is who I'll be going when the time comes to pull the trigger on one. They are not as discussed on this forum but are the bees knees in the E46 and E39 world.
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Autosolutions SSK is who I'll be going when the time comes to pull the trigger on one. They are not as discussed on this forum but are the bees knees in the E46 and E39 world.
This. Had on my past F80 and my F87. Wouldn't go with any others, personally. Ron makes them perfect (though be aware his website hasn't been updated in two decades so you have to email him as he makes them custom to how you like it). Some shops by me won't even install a Rogue or UUC on the F8X.

There are threads and threads on the F87 forum on Auto Solutions.
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I have the CAE shifter and it makes the driving experience so much better. Feels like a race car but still easy enough where my wife can drive it without complaining. She even says it's easier to shift than stock. Also that mechanical shifting clunk sound is addicting!
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This. Had on my past F80 and my F87. Wouldn't go with any others, personally. Ron makes them perfect (though be aware his website hasn't been updated in two decades so you have to email him as he makes them custom to how you like it). Some shops by me won't even install a Rogue or UUC on the F8X.

There are threads and threads on the F87 forum on Auto Solutions.
I can’t see why? It’s one thing to not suggest or offer parts from a given brand, but if someone shows up with a part and is willing to pay to have it installed, that's an easy sale.
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Autosolutions SSK is who I'll be going when the time comes to pull the trigger on one. They are not as discussed on this forum but are the bees knees in the E46 and E39 world.
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This. Had on my past F80 and my F87. Wouldn't go with any others, personally. Ron makes them perfect (though be aware his website hasn't been updated in two decades so you have to email him as he makes them custom to how you like it). Some shops by me won't even install a Rogue or UUC on the F8X.

There are threads and threads on the F87 forum on Auto Solutions.
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There's one SSK that has been the best for M3s since the E46: Auto Solutions.
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This. Had on my past F80 and my F87. Wouldn't go with any others, personally. Ron makes them perfect (though be aware his website hasn't been updated in two decades so you have to email him as he makes them custom to how you like it). Some shops by me won't even install a Rogue or UUC on the F8X.

There are threads and threads on the F87 forum on Auto Solutions.
I can’t see why? It’s one thing to not suggest or offer parts from a given brand, but if someone shows up with a part and is willing to pay to have it installed, that's an easy sale.
As it was explained to me, if they do the install they don't want to deal the headache of a customer complaining due to issues with the part. People bitch about everything.

I get that it's easy money, but after you've been burned a few times, no amount of money is worth the headache.
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Thank you for all the responses I will take a look at Auto Solutions.

I like the CAE but I'm trying to keep this car "looking" stock for now.
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Thank you for all the responses I will take a look at Auto Solutions.

I like the CAE but I'm trying to keep this car "looking" stock for now.
I went through this whole dilemma about a year ago until I chose the CAE shifter. I actually ordered the UUC shifter only to be given the run around on my order by the owner of the company. Waited over a month and then just asked for my money back. Empty promises every week.

I would try auto solutions as well.
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Thanks for the insight, I checked out Auto Solutions and sent them an email. Definitely impressed with the quality and overall reputation. The website is dated but provided some good information. The guy knows BMW shifters
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Highly highly recommend Autosolutions SSK. Ronald is an engineering wizard and the product does not disappoint. Installation is a bit involved but worth it.

OEM on bottom, Autosolutions on top. Also the bronze bushings upgrade is worth doing while in there.

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That is exactly what I'm looking for thank you for sharing!

Hope to hear back from him soon so I can get it ordered and schedule an install.

Did you run into any issues with the install?
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Thanks for the insight, I checked out Auto Solutions and sent them an email. Definitely impressed with the quality and overall reputation. The website is dated but provided some good information. The guy knows BMW shifters
It's all he does. One day he'll retire, hopefully after BMWs no longer come in manual

I had his E46 kit and put 100k miles on it, flawless. I have it on my E92 6MT and have also sampled it in the M2c. Fantastic in all of them.

If I get a G80 6MT I'm sure I'll get his kit as well
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What has your typical wait times been like for the Autosolutions kit?

I've been emailing Ron since August and still haven't received my kit.

2020 is crazy so not trying to rush anyone
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Oh man don't tell me that lol

I was hoping to the SSK and modify the CDV all at once.
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Can anyone with a Auto Solutions shifter tell me what they think about the various specs?

What bushing hardness did you get and did you experience any additional NVH? I'm looking at the 80a but am trying to balance shifter feel with NVH.

What ratio did you get? I'm looking at 25% reduction but would like some feedback.

I appreciate all the feedback and am really looking forward to getting this shifter installed.
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I didn't change any bushings. It feels fantastic anyway.

For ratio, if you're going to use the stock knob or a shorter one I suggest you get the lowest possible ratio. I get that, around 10-12% and am never disappointed.

The point of the AS SSK is not so much the shorter shift but the increased feel and precision of the movement
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So I finally received it yesterday had the Auto Solutions shifter installed today. Wow what a difference! The shifts are tight and quick which is exactly what I was looking for. I did get the 25% reduction and upgraded to the 80a bushings, which I thought may be to much, but It came out exactly as I was expected.

I could not be happier with that overall result and it really changes the driving experience for the better.
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If you haven't already, get rid of the Clutch delay valve/orifice in the slave cylinder. With those two mods, the shifting experience simply amazing.
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I've been looking into having the CDV removed. I'll do some more research on it and have my shop remove it in a few weeks.
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Just had the CDV removed. What a difference, between the Auto Solutions SSK and the CDV its a different car. Much better overall experience.
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