F10 M5 shifter on a Z4?

XMetal · 11-01-2012, 01:28 AM

Had anyone tried out the new F10 M5 Illuminated Shift Knob on the Z4 yet? => http://www.trademotion.com/partlocat...catalogid=4462

I'm wondering if you can separate the boot to make it fit onto the Z4. If so, it's definitely a great and cheaper alternative to the lighted ZHP knob from leatherZ.

SD ///M4 · 11-02-2012, 11:25 AM

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Originally Posted by XMetal

Had anyone tried out the new F10 M5 Illuminated Shift Knob on the Z4 yet? => http://www.trademotion.com/partlocat...catalogid=4462

I'm wondering if you can separate the boot to make it fit onto the Z4. If so, it's definitely a great and cheaper alternative to the lighted ZHP knob from leatherZ.

Do you not have the stock shift knob on your Z4MC? The M Roadsters and Coupes came with an illuminated shift knob as standard equipment. Many people replace them with the ZHP shift knob which is shorter. If you're not the original owner, maybe the previous owner replaced the shift knob. When I bought my car it had the ZHP shift knob.

The good news is that if you don't have the stock shift knob but want to have an illuminated shift knob, all you have to do is order the OEM illuminated shift knob. The plastic electrical connector on the shift knob will connect to the stock electrical connector with no splicing. The part number you want is 25117836906 at getbmwparts.com. Since I ordered one they've reduced the price from $113.58 to $70.75.

Kgolf31 · 11-02-2012, 11:29 AM

The F10 M5 is essentially an illuminated ZHP knob. That's the purpose of that thread I believe.

Swashplate · 11-02-2012, 01:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Kgolf31

The F10 M5 is essentially an illuminated ZHP knob. That's the purpose of that thread I believe.

....if it fits then we must acquit.

I would really like to know if it fits as it would be nice to have a lit ZCP knob.

XMetal · 11-02-2012, 11:02 PM

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Originally Posted by SD Z4MR

Do you not have the stock shift knob on your Z4MC? The M Roadsters and Coupes came with an illuminated shift knob as standard equipment. Many people replace them with the ZHP shift knob which is shorter. If you're not the original owner, maybe the previous owner replaced the shift knob. When I bought my car it had the ZHP shift knob.

The good news is that if you don't have the stock shift knob but want to have an illuminated shift knob, all you have to do is order the OEM illuminated shift knob. The plastic electrical connector on the shift knob will connect to the stock electrical connector with no splicing. The part number you want is 25117836906 at getbmwparts.com. Since I ordered one they've reduced the price from $113.58 to $70.75.

I have the OE illuminated knob and have already swapped it out with an illuminated ZHP. I only brought it up for those looking for a cheaper alternative to the modified lighted ZHP knob offered by LeatherZ. I also already know a stock ZHP knob can be had for about $60, but a lighted 6-speed ZHP knob from LeatherZ is just a shade under $300.

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Originally Posted by Kgolf31

The F10 M5 is essentially an illuminated ZHP knob. That's the purpose of that thread I believe.

Kgolf31...Right on!

Chamberlin · 11-03-2012, 09:32 AM

there's a guy in Germany on ebay who modifies ZHP knobs with the color LED of your choice for about $100....I chose white to match the gauge cluster...but be warned, his wires are thin and will rip out if you remove your knob (ask me how I know).

i2ichal2dZ4M · 11-04-2012, 01:36 AM

somebody test this!

TCZ4 · 11-04-2012, 02:47 PM

Does anyone know of any auto trans options?

AmmarYasirA · 11-04-2013, 07:45 PM

Going to order this and tell you guys how it goes. Its on GetBMWParts for $120 I believe if anyone wanted to know

mcoupe5/6 · 11-04-2013, 10:24 PM

Illuminated zhp on amazon, for those interested. I'll prob order this one soon.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B009CE...sbs_2?pi=SS115

pungo · 11-04-2013, 10:40 PM

I did it, check here.

ZeD4Mr · 11-05-2013, 05:47 AM

The M5 knob is heavier and taller by a hair. Something like 1/16" taller and 18 grams heavier from memory. I prefer the M5 knob (the leather is nicer as well) over the ZHP since I also have the SSK.

AmmarYasirA · 11-05-2013, 09:10 AM

Pungo, Nice! Did you take the F10 ring off and just attach the Z4 base ring to it or did you just cut the boot off and attach it to the Z4 boot?

Nate4641 · 11-05-2013, 09:26 AM

I installed one earlier this summer. Cut the M5 boot off and only installed the knob.

StickMon · 11-05-2013, 11:19 AM

Me too, but I kept the M5 boot and just attached the Z4 base ring.
The M5 boot has much nicer leather.

pungo · 11-05-2013, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by AmmarYasirA

Pungo, Nice! Did you take the F10 ring off and just attach the Z4 base ring to it or did you just cut the boot off and attach it to the Z4 boot?

I swapped the ring from the Z4 over to the F10 leather boot. The F10 leather is just nicer, so I figured why not use it. Here are some pictures of the results.

XMetal · 11-05-2013, 07:15 PM

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Originally Posted by StickMon

Me too, but I kept the M5 boot and just attached the Z4 base ring.
The M5 boot has much nicer leather.

Do you want to do mine? Can I bribe you with a case of beer

AmmarYasirA · 11-05-2013, 07:27 PM

Thanks so much. Excited to get this thing in the mail. But I'm kinda nervous about DIY'ing the boot ring swap.

StickMon · 11-05-2013, 07:40 PM

I'm lousy with fabric and glue. I usually end up glued to the project, which ends up 1/4" short.
I had no problem doing it and it looks gorgeous.
I would consider it an "entry level" DIY.

mcoupe5/6 · 11-06-2013, 12:48 PM

So f10 knob is heavier, and nicer leather? Sold, I need to order one of these!

AmmarYasirA · 11-09-2013, 01:25 PM

So I got the shifter in yesterday, detached the boot rings from both today and I have to say. The boot on the Z4's ring is hard as Fuuuhk to remove. The glue is insane. Took a while to separate the leather boot from the ring and managed to cut a decent bit from too. But it came off.

The F10's leather boot is much, much easier to remove. There's still a little bit of glue towards the edges but it's a lot easier to remove than the Z4's

Now I have the issue of getting the F10 boot on the Z4's ring.

Can someone guide me on the easiest way to do it? Should I just cut the holes to fit around the clips and just fit it in the car or should I start to glue it in?

AmmarYasirA · 11-09-2013, 01:27 PM

Here's the F10 boot over the Z4 ring

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ZeD4Mr Lieutenant Colonel 501 Rep 1,543 Posts Drives: Skyer Z4MR Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada iTrader: (18)	The M5 knob is heavier and taller by a hair. Something like 1/16" taller and 18 grams heavier from memory. I prefer the M5 knob (the leather is nicer as well) over the ZHP since I also have the SSK.
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AmmarYasirA Ammar 73 Rep 406 Posts Drives: a lot Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Atlanta iTrader: (0)	Pungo, Nice! Did you take the F10 ring off and just attach the Z4 base ring to it or did you just cut the boot off and attach it to the Z4 boot? __________________ E85 ///M Roadster -SapphireBlack/Imola - Garage Queen 2018 F150 Platinum - Black/Black - Leveled on 34's - DD
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Nate4641 Major 151 Rep 1,134 Posts Drives: '07 M Roadster Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Warner Robins, GA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 BMW Z4 M Roadster [0.00]	I installed one earlier this summer. Cut the M5 boot off and only installed the knob. __________________ My build/adventure thread
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StickMon My other car is on Mars 636 Rep 3,124 Posts Drives: 2006 MR Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Lo-Cal iTrader: (1)	Me too, but I kept the M5 boot and just attached the Z4 base ring. The M5 boot has much nicer leather. __________________ Warning: May contain traces of nuts.
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AmmarYasirA Ammar 73 Rep 406 Posts Drives: a lot Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Atlanta iTrader: (0)	Thanks so much. Excited to get this thing in the mail. But I'm kinda nervous about DIY'ing the boot ring swap. __________________ E85 ///M Roadster -SapphireBlack/Imola - Garage Queen 2018 F150 Platinum - Black/Black - Leveled on 34's - DD
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StickMon My other car is on Mars 636 Rep 3,124 Posts Drives: 2006 MR Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Lo-Cal iTrader: (1)	I'm lousy with fabric and glue. I usually end up glued to the project, which ends up 1/4" short. I had no problem doing it and it looks gorgeous. I would consider it an "entry level" DIY. __________________ Warning: May contain traces of nuts.
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AmmarYasirA Ammar 73 Rep 406 Posts Drives: a lot Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Atlanta iTrader: (0)	So I got the shifter in yesterday, detached the boot rings from both today and I have to say. The boot on the Z4's ring is hard as Fuuuhk to remove. The glue is insane. Took a while to separate the leather boot from the ring and managed to cut a decent bit from too. But it came off. The F10's leather boot is much, much easier to remove. There's still a little bit of glue towards the edges but it's a lot easier to remove than the Z4's Now I have the issue of getting the F10 boot on the Z4's ring. Can someone guide me on the easiest way to do it? Should I just cut the holes to fit around the clips and just fit it in the car or should I start to glue it in? Attached Images __________________ E85 ///M Roadster -SapphireBlack/Imola - Garage Queen 2018 F150 Platinum - Black/Black - Leveled on 34's - DD
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AmmarYasirA Ammar 73 Rep 406 Posts Drives: a lot Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Atlanta iTrader: (0)	Here's the F10 boot over the Z4 ring Attached Images __________________ E85 ///M Roadster -SapphireBlack/Imola - Garage Queen 2018 F150 Platinum - Black/Black - Leveled on 34's - DD
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