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Re: Re: E36 Shift Knob removal

In a message dated 96-09-25 18:30:42 EDT, you write:

<< Chris
 
 there is a better alternative in removing your
 shift knob than just brute force.  DO NOT
 just yank it real hard..... now the best way
 is to pop off the plastic center cap with
 a flat head screw driver, and you will discover
 a screw that holds the shift knob in place.
 simply unscrew it, and gently remove the knob.
 this way your'll definitely won't break your
 rear view mirror!
 
 Scott >>


Scott,

I checked out your tip with my collection of E36 shift knobs [1994 & 1996]
and unfortunately there is NO screw underneath, the center cap is glued on
with double sided stick-um so I had to pry like hell to get it off, only to
find nothing... so removing the center cap is a dead end with the E36, and
kinda botches up the original shift knob.  

Good luck pulling it off! its a real bitch....and wrap a beach towel around
the rear view mirror it'll at least save the back of your hand from major
injury!

Tom

1996 328is Green & tan      ||||||||||||||||||||||||||   Newtman@domain.elided
Sports pckg, 5spd              || E36+M52 ||   73233.616@domain.elided
ASC+T & Harmon Kardon   ||||||||||||||||||||||||||   L.I., N.Y. CCA#111050

Added: Racing Dynamics Strut Brace
           BMP/VDO E36 Gauge Cluster
           BBS Moda 7.5 X 16 rims
           M-Technic Body Kit w/ Euro Clear Lenses
           ----Bavarian Autosport burlwood anatomic shift knob