How to Install the CAE Ultrashifter:  Initial fitment mounting e46 m3
Channel: Fatboys Garage
Date: 2019-04-10

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We are finally here everyone.

IN this video we show how to mount the CAE ultrashifter!

You'll need to have your selector rod mounted and all the previous preparations done, if you haven't, go watch those videos and learn! Here they are


We begin by showing you how to find center line using measuring tools.  Once your center is all marked out, we find the perfect mounting place for the shifter itself ( the selector rod can be adjusted in case youre a little off) So don't worry. If you're using the stock selector rod, you have one shot, and even done perfectly, it wont compare to a shifter that has been dialed in using the CAE selector rod.

Once you have your perfect mounting point, youll use your transfer puncha nd mark your holes and drill the holes for your shifter.

With the holes drilled you can test fit your mounting plate, we had to trim ours to get it to fit.  Ten you can mount your shifter onto the mounting plate and bolt it down.  Now you're ready to continue with the next video and make adjustments to the shifter for supreme shifting performance.


Remember everyone, Fatboy's Garage videos are all free.  We just ask that you purchase parts through our links.  The following links are to all the parts described in the video.  Thanks!!

CAE Ultra shifter- Pick your Configuration!!
https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=wjLDNk1cnDk&mid=43304&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ecstuning.com%2Fb-cae-parts%2Fall-bmw-models-up-to-e46-all-h-pattern%2F10023bmwc%7Edk%2F%3Fpdk%3DHg

Selector rod coupler bushing
https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=wjLDNk1cnDk&mid=43304&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ecstuning.com%2Fb-genuine-bmw-parts%2Fshifter-rod-coupler-bushing-priced-each%2F25111434194%2F

Hopefully you didnt lose the circle spring clip, but if you did, here is a replacement
https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=wjLDNk1cnDk&mid=43304&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ecstuning.com%2Fb-genuine-bmw-parts%2Flock-ring-priced-each%2F25111222451%2F

Selector Rod- Here are selector rods for purchase.  Essentially you're using a selector rod that has your stock selector rod length within its range of adjustment.  Here is a short list of selector rod lengths than will work with different applications and transmission configurations.  Followed by links to different selector rods to purchase.  All recommendations based on the list from HARD motorsports.
If you're running an e46 m3, then you'll want the extra short 125mm to 160, a stock selector rod is 144 mm

-  XX-Short ( XXS )Adjustable from 105 - max 120mm (hole distance) Suggested Application:  E9XM3, E9X335 & E8X135 (up to 12/08 build)
-  X-Short ( XS )Adjustable from 125 - max 160mm (hole distance) Suggested Application:  E46 M3, ZHP 6-speed
-  Short ( S )Adjustable from 160 - max 220 mm (hole distance) Suggested Application: E36 6 w/ 6-speed swap
-  Long ( L )Adjustable from 205 - max 280 mm (hole distance)Suggested Application: 2002, E21, E30, E24, E28, E36 5-spd, E46 5-spd, E39 M5
-  XLong ( XL )Adjustable from 270 - max 330 mm (hole distance)
-  XXLong ( XXL )Adjustable from 325 - max 385 mm (hole distance)Suggested Application: Z4 E85, E86

XS (125-160 mm)- Recommended for E46 m3
https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=wjLDNk1cnDk&mid=43304&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ecstuning.com%2Fb-cae-parts%2Fcae-dssr-adjustable-selector-rod-selector-joint-xs%2Fcae-dssr-xs%7Eca%2F

155-220mm selector rod ( often used with BMW with a 6 speed)
https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=wjLDNk1cnDk&mid=43304&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ecstuning.com%2Fb-cae-parts%2Fcae-adjustable-selector-rod-dssr-short-bmw%2F10023rod-al-s%7Etm%2F
Selector Rod Coupler Bushing

160-220mm Selector Rod
https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=wjLDNk1cnDk&mid=43304&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ecstuning.com%2Fb-hard-motorsport-parts%2Fcae-dssr-adjustable-selector-rod-and-selector-joint-bmw-short%2Fcae.dssr_s%7Ehrd%2F
Circle Spring Clip

190-280mm selector rod( often great for those with a 5 speed)
https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=wjLDNk1cnDk&mid=43304&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ecstuning.com%2Fb-cae-parts%2Fcae-adjustable-selector-rod-dssr-190-280mm-length%2Fcae.dssr-l%7Eca%2F