Sort Shift Kit

White1 · 11-01-2009, 11:09 PM

Im going to get the BMW performance SSK installed in my car( keeping stock boot, and knob) and i just wanted to see if anyone has the perfomance ssk installed, and ask how you like it?
Also how does the BMW perf stack up to the B&M, or the UUC?

1ToBeOn2Wheels · 11-02-2009, 01:37 AM

Let us know how you like it. Can you order it without the boot and knob? I thought I remember seeing that they had to be ordered together.

Why Knot · 11-02-2009, 09:36 AM

I had the SSK installed on my 135i as part of the purchase last spring. Best money you can spend. Keep the boot if you like, but the SSK knob really is a joy. It fits my hand perfectly. Shifting the 135i is so much easier than the 335i I had without the SSK. Well done BMW.

Also, change the gear box fluid after 1200-1500 miles. This also makes shifting a lot easier and even more fun.

acivick · 11-02-2009, 12:19 PM

I tried the BMW one on another member's car. My opinion was that it reduced the throw distance dramatically, but in my opinion it was harder to find the gear you wanted and felt a little clunky. Maybe it was just the installation, not sure. But for sure if your primary goal is quickest possible shifts, it's the way to go.

Full disclosure, I went with the Dinan SSK. It doesn't decrease the distance nearly as much, but it keeps the smoothness of stock, and it's several hundred dollars less, probably because it doesn't replace the stock boot/knob. Not sure how other kits are in comparison.

Chewyjr15 · 11-02-2009, 03:31 PM

careful if you also did a cdv cause i can shift faster than the car wil let me and youll just end up grinding. 1-2nd shift is where my problems is.

White1 · 11-02-2009, 03:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Chewyjr15

careful if you also did a cdv cause i can shift faster than the car wil let me and youll just end up grinding. 1-2nd shift is where my problems is.

Yeah, i also have problems with 1-2 shift, in my car it either feels jerky(like not enough throttle vs too much clutch), or i grind, and every time it does that i kringe.
I am considering doing the CDV as well, but kinda wierded out about the bleed, ive never quite understood how to bleed brakes, or clutch. Actually kinda funny cuz ive done lots of r&r on engines, diffys, and trannys, but bleeding has always eluded me.

jibaholic101 · 11-02-2009, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by White1

Yeah, i also have problems with 1-2 shift, in my car it either feels jerky(like not enough throttle vs too much clutch), or i grind, and every time it does that i kringe.
I am considering doing the CDV as well, but kinda wierded out about the bleed, ive never quite understood how to bleed brakes, or clutch. Actually kinda funny cuz ive done lots of r&r on engines, diffys, and trannys, but bleeding has always eluded me.

have a reputable shop do it for you. the bleeding is a bitch on these cars. plus you wont want to buy all the tools necessary for the job

i occasionally get grinds 1-2 shifting, it is usually when the car is cold and i try to shift too fast, once it is warm, i dont have any problems

i have the cdv mod

Chewyjr15 · 11-02-2009, 04:14 PM

mhmm i best take it down a notch then when im powershifting...

SPEZNAS92 · 11-02-2009, 08:10 PM

anyone try the AA weighted shift knob or have any experience with it.

http://www.activeautowerke.com/viewp...x?id=Product65

I like the look but $125 for a knob! any comparable models out there?

I was thinking this knob with the BMW Performance SSK.

SV Concepts III · 11-02-2009, 09:28 PM

Jon has the weighted illuminated shift knob in his car and it has a night weight to it. It also has an OEM look with an illuminated shift pattern.

SPEZNAS92 · 11-02-2009, 10:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Nick@Jlevi SW

Jon has the weighted illuminated shift knob in his car and it has a night weight to it. It also has an OEM look with an illuminated shift pattern.

Is it on the stock shift unit or an SSK? do you have any pics by chance?

Thanks

SV Concepts III · 11-03-2009, 11:26 AM

He has it on the stock shifter, here are some shots:

escobar929 · 11-03-2009, 11:49 AM

^thats looks awesome

i will eventually get the Performance SSK down the line

ronnyek · 11-03-2009, 01:38 PM

wow... /me fires up the lathe... 125 bucks for that thing is WAY WAY WAY overpriced.

Quote:

Originally Posted by SPEZNAS92

anyone try the AA weighted shift knob or have any experience with it.

http://www.activeautowerke.com/viewp...x?id=Product65

I like the look but $125 for a knob! any comparable models out there?

I was thinking this knob with the BMW Performance SSK.

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1ToBeOn2Wheels Freude am Fahren 31 Rep 703 Posts Drives: B9 Audi S5 Coupe Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Sierra Nevada Foothills, California iTrader: (0)	Let us know how you like it. Can you order it without the boot and knob? I thought I remember seeing that they had to be ordered together.
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11-02-2009, 09:36 AM	#3
Why Knot Private First Class 4 Rep 124 Posts Drives: 2009 135i Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: New England iTrader: (0)	I had the SSK installed on my 135i as part of the purchase last spring. Best money you can spend. Keep the boot if you like, but the SSK knob really is a joy. It fits my hand perfectly. Shifting the 135i is so much easier than the 335i I had without the SSK. Well done BMW. Also, change the gear box fluid after 1200-1500 miles. This also makes shifting a lot easier and even more fun.
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11-02-2009, 12:19 PM	#4
acivick Lieutenant 10 Rep 446 Posts Drives: Dinan Sedona 135i Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Sunnyvale, CA iTrader: (1) Garage List 2008 135i [0.00]	I tried the BMW one on another member's car. My opinion was that it reduced the throw distance dramatically, but in my opinion it was harder to find the gear you wanted and felt a little clunky. Maybe it was just the installation, not sure. But for sure if your primary goal is quickest possible shifts, it's the way to go. Full disclosure, I went with the Dinan SSK. It doesn't decrease the distance nearly as much, but it keeps the smoothness of stock, and it's several hundred dollars less, probably because it doesn't replace the stock boot/knob. Not sure how other kits are in comparison.
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11-02-2009, 03:31 PM	#5
Chewyjr15 1 addict and proud! 42 Rep 570 Posts Drives: jb 135 on order Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: irvine, ca iTrader: (0)	careful if you also did a cdv cause i can shift faster than the car wil let me and youll just end up grinding. 1-2nd shift is where my problems is. __________________ 2009 135 in transit jet black, coral red, 6mt. sports, hifi, ipod usb, idrive parts sitting in garage: RR intake, plenum, ddv, cdv, catless dp's, o2 sim, catback, bmw performance shifter, m door sills, cf spoiler, cf mirror caps, cf grills, cf pedals.
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Chewyjr15 1 addict and proud! 42 Rep 570 Posts Drives: jb 135 on order Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: irvine, ca iTrader: (0)	mhmm i best take it down a notch then when im powershifting... __________________ 2009 135 in transit jet black, coral red, 6mt. sports, hifi, ipod usb, idrive parts sitting in garage: RR intake, plenum, ddv, cdv, catless dp's, o2 sim, catback, bmw performance shifter, m door sills, cf spoiler, cf mirror caps, cf grills, cf pedals.
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11-02-2009, 08:10 PM	#9
SPEZNAS92 First Lieutenant 11 Rep 305 Posts Drives: 2009 135i Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Studio City iTrader: (2)	anyone try the AA weighted shift knob or have any experience with it. http://www.activeautowerke.com/viewp...x?id=Product65 I like the look but $125 for a knob! any comparable models out there? I was thinking this knob with the BMW Performance SSK.
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11-02-2009, 09:28 PM	#10
SV Concepts III Lieutenant General 375 Rep 17,017 Posts Drives: BMW Duh Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Santa Clara iTrader: (13)	Jon has the weighted illuminated shift knob in his car and it has a night weight to it. It also has an OEM look with an illuminated shift pattern.
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11-03-2009, 11:26 AM	#12
SV Concepts III Lieutenant General 375 Rep 17,017 Posts Drives: BMW Duh Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Santa Clara iTrader: (13)	He has it on the stock shifter, here are some shots:
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11-03-2009, 11:49 AM	#13
escobar929 Brigadier General 154 Rep 4,528 Posts Drives: M2 CS Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Hollywood, FL iTrader: (14) Garage List 2020 M2 CS [10.00] 2020 M240i [0.00]	^thats looks awesome i will eventually get the Performance SSK down the line
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