Play in Shifter even after new bushings

[aesco951]

Hey guys I need some help before I tackle the 5 speed swap this weekend. So I bought a used ZF transmission and I have some play in the damn shifter. I have replaced every bushing and I even replaced the selector rod to a DSSR in the hopes of eliminating the play. Any help is appreciated. Thanks!

heres a video

https://youtu.be/qHxLAHlbI5E

[Beer+Oversteer]

If you want a really tight and notchy feel you will probably need an aftermarket SSK. I have a z3 shifter with all new bushings and solid trans mounts and it still has a bit a play.

[XnWarden]

The answer to your shifting problems

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[hotdish]

If you want a really tight and notchy feel you will probably need an aftermarket SSK. I have a z3 shifter with all new bushings and solid trans mounts and it still has a bit a play.

I agree, OP's setup looks like the "right" amount of play for a rebuilt stock shifter on a used transmission. Before I rebuild my M3's shifter, 5th sat in the same position as 3rd and I was pretty paranoid about accidental money shifts. A little bit of play is worth it for smoother shifts IMO.

[aesco951]

If you want a really tight and notchy feel you will probably need an aftermarket SSK. I have a z3 shifter with all new bushings and solid trans mounts and it still has a bit a play.

Ill have to purchase a short shifter then. I was hoping that all new bushings and a dssr would cut back on the play. Thank you

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looks expensive... Very expensive haha

[66 6]

You need to replace the shift detent bushing in the transmission. This is the reason people "money shift" from 5th to second and blow their engine.