[mzcp]

Originally Posted by nearwater4me

Mods since I picked up my G82;
- Full PPF
- IND front reflector delete
- MSS HAS (front only for now until I can rent a lift for the rear install)
- F8x M Performance shift knob
- Mirror tap/blendmount
- Auto Tecknic CF splash guards
- Technic PNP harness for a subwoofer

Nice shifter bro. It is also one of my favorite

[nearwater4me]

Originally Posted by Scorp!on

Nice !
How did you manage to get the backlight on the shift knob?

Any tutorial on how to install that thing ?

Would be really appreciated !

Originally Posted by B58SP

Same question! I'd buy this now if it's just and play

Originally Posted by NightWriter

I'm also curious whether the F8X shift knob has any bearing on shifter feel (either the linkage/throw or the stick itself)? Or is it just cosmetic?

I followed the thread originated by mzcp to install the F8x M Performance shift knob.
This knob wasn't embraced well when it was released for the F8x, some people calling it 'Pepboys knob', etc. lol
I personally thought the aluminum goes well with the G8x interior and decided to give it a try.

Obviously, the bracket for the shift boot is different for our cars, so I had to reuse the stock piece which involved some trimming of the shift boot (F8x boot has a bigger footprint), gluing, and stapling.
The knob itself feels thicker around the belly than the stock piece.
If you've driven an RX-8 in manual, it feels somewhat similar.

As for the shift linkage, I wouldn't say there's much difference.
It's mostly for cosmetic and the lighted pattern.

I wish I took some pictures while doing the fabrication to show what's involved but if anyone is interested, I can take some closeup pics of the boot to show how I managed to fit it.

[nearwater4me]

Originally Posted by DS_BMW

Do the splash guards work well?

I like the Auto Tecknic's design better than other competitions.
The one on my old F87 had a subtle design that had a premium feel to it, if that makes any sense.

I inquired about their G8x release and was finally able to get a set.
As opposed to the rugged, functional look of the other products, this one has a better design integration that flows better with the G8x's design language. (Just my personal opinion )

[nearwater4me]

Originally Posted by mzcp

Nice shifter bro. It is also one of my favorite

Thank you!
I followed your thread but I must have tapped into a different harness.
The knob light now go in tandem with the emergency lights button.

I was also surprised at how much sound deadening material it had between the cabin and the transmission tunnel.
None of those were present on my F87.

[The Ching]

Originally Posted by nearwater4me

I followed the thread originated by mzcp to install the F8x M Performance shift knob.
This knob wasn't embraced well when it was released for the F8x, some people calling it 'Pepboys knob', etc. lol
I personally thought the aluminum goes well with the G8x interior and decided to give it a try.

Obviously, the bracket for the shift boot is different for our cars, so I had to reuse the stock piece which involved some trimming of the shift boot (F8x boot has a bigger footprint), gluing, and stapling.
The knob itself feels thicker around the belly than the stock piece.
If you've driven an RX-8 in manual, it feels somewhat similar.

As for the shift linkage, I wouldn't say there's much difference.
It's mostly for cosmetic and the lighted pattern.

I wish I took some pictures while doing the fabrication to show what's involved but if anyone is interested, I can take some closeup pics of the boot to show how I managed to fit it.

Is this knob shorter or equal height to the original one?

[BMWRacer523]

Used Bimmercode to set the following:

Disable Warning at start-up
Close tailgate with remote
One-touch turn signal 5 times
Window lifter interruption when opening a door
Hazard warning signal after emergency braking
Video in motion

[mzcp]

Originally Posted by nearwater4me

Thank you!
I followed your thread but I must have tapped into a different harness.
The knob light now go in tandem with the emergency lights button.

I was also surprised at how much sound deadening material it had between the cabin and the transmission tunnel.
None of those were present on my F87.

Yes I saw the thick padding. It must absorb some of the vibration too. Good job. I sold all of my shift knobs that I need now lol

[HTTP 410]

Originally Posted by nearwater4me

I like the Auto Tecknic's design better than other competitions.
The one on my old F87 had a subtle design that had a premium feel to it, if that makes any sense.

I inquired about their G8x release and was finally able to get a set.
As opposed to the rugged, functional look of the other products, this one has a better design integration that flows better with the G8x's design language. (Just my personal opinion )

I installed mine this week and you hear a lot of pebbles/etc. "dinking" off of them when you have the windows down. These tires pick up a ton of debris. I'm glad I got them.

[nearwater4me]

Originally Posted by slipp3ryching

Is this knob shorter or equal height to the original one?

Didn't think far enough to measure the height difference but I think they're about the same height.

[nearwater4me]

Originally Posted by mzcp

Yes I saw the thick padding. It must absorb some of the vibration too. Good job. I sold all of my shift knobs that I need now lol

Yeah, I noticed you do a lot of tinkering with different shift knobs, haha.
I'm quite satisfied with this F8x MP knob.

[nearwater4me]

Originally Posted by HTTP 410

I installed mine this week and you hear a lot of pebbles/etc. "dinking" off of them when you have the windows down. These tires pick up a ton of debris. I'm glad I got them.

Yup, for sure. It'll dodge a lot of rocks and debris from hitting the rocker panel & rear fender.

[dirtyfreebooter]

Originally Posted by BMWRacer523

Used Bimmercode to set the following:

Disable Warning at start-up
Close tailgate with remote
One-touch turn signal 5 times
Window lifter interruption when opening a door
Hazard warning signal after emergency braking
Video in motion

one touch turn signal. why do you need to code that? the idrive 7 lets you change it, either 1, 3, or 5. is the coding one different in some way?

[nearwater4me]

Originally Posted by dirtyfreebooter

one touch turn signal. why do you need to code that? the idrive 7 lets you change it, either 1, 3, or 5. is the coding one different in some way?

Options go as far as 3 blinks in the idrive menu.
By coding it, we get to choose up to 5 blinks.
Speaking of US models btw.

[luckylingy]

Mine's going in for PPF, finally. 1,800 miles over 4 weeks (including 1,000 drive home from PCD) without a blemish anywhere, so that's good fortune. Gonna be a long week till it's back in my hands Friday!

[forza1976]

Originally Posted by kjx

Interesting… I've the V1 G2 blend mounted to my G82 without zero buzzing or rattles (so far, but I've barely done 150 miles with it). Something may have be wrong with the V1, the mount or the 'tightness' of the installation. Or it's just a matter of time for me.

Yeah not sure, glad it's not happening for you. I tried everything honestly to get it to stop, I probably have a "weird" v1 but it's great with the standard suction mount.

[dirtyfreebooter]

Originally Posted by nearwater4me

Options go as far as 3 blinks in the idrive menu.
By coding it, we get to choose up to 5 blinks.
Speaking of US models btw.

lol, yea, i actually coded that and thought it didn't work. i didn't realize you still had to select it from the iDrive interface.

[Sedan_Clan]

Originally Posted by NightWriter

I'm also curious whether the F8X shift knob has any bearing on shifter feel (either the linkage/throw or the stick itself)? Or is it just cosmetic?

It's cosmetic, but it does change how it feels in your hands. The only way to affect the throw itself would be to change the actual shift rod/linkage. A knob alone will not accomplish that.

[Murf]

Originally Posted by nearwater4me

Yup, for sure. It'll dodge a lot of rocks and debris from hitting the rocker panel & rear fender.

You mind sharing a link to buy and/or some more shots of the AT mudflaps? I was going to go with Tommy's garage but curious about alternatives.

[ny2nj]

Originally Posted by AhsanU

Got these a little while ago but I haven't had a chance during the day to take any pics. But KW HAS and MAD catless downpipes!

My car can't get here soon enough

Where did buy your KWs?

[rmh12]

Originally Posted by nearwater4me

I like the Auto Tecknic's design better than other competitions.
The one on my old F87 had a subtle design that had a premium feel to it, if that makes any sense.

I inquired about their G8x release and was finally able to get a set.
As opposed to the rugged, functional look of the other products, this one has a better design integration that flows better with the G8x's design language. (Just my personal opinion )

There are only guards for the front, right? I've not seen any listing for the rear wheels from them.

[forza1976]

Rho Plate installed!

[HTTP 410]

Originally Posted by Murf

You mind sharing a link to buy and/or some more shots of the AT mudflaps? I was going to go with Tommy's garage but curious about alternatives.

You can find them here.