E36 Shift Bushings - still sloppy...

Hi! I bought a set too, for my e36. I changed everything, but it isn't better. The shifter is still loose. There is still a bit play at the shifter couple assembly I attached a photo too, to see how it moves, so it moves "around" the pin. And somehow the shifter leans to right.. I am confused, I bought the right parts, and assembled it according to this write-up. Please help me! :



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[Wayne 962]

The pinned system on the E36 is always going to have a little bit of play in it. If you renew all of the bushings, it should be almost as good as stock. If there is still significant play in the shifter, then there is probably something else that is loose. Take a look at the entire linkage as it should be pretty stiff. Also keep in mind that the linkage is always going to have a little bit of slop in it, as you don't really want all of the vibration from the engine and the transmission translating into the shift knob.

- Wayne