**Riss Racing** Modifed CDV's for all MT 128s and 135's

[0002s]

Originally Posted by Adam@Riss Racing

Our mistake is your gain. Get it to a fellow 1addicts.com member/friend and put out a review if you can. That would be help enough. Thanks!

Done....

I should have the part in this weekend. I will write a review and give the CDV away...or ebay....:biggrin::biggrin::biggrin::biggrin:. OK...give it away.

[TunedM2C]

Originally Posted by 0002s

Done....

I should have the part in this weekend. I will write a review and give the CDV away...or ebay....:biggrin::biggrin::biggrin::biggrin:. OK...give it away.

Dibs!:biggrin:

[Adam@Riss Racing]

Originally Posted by Tuned1

Dibs!:biggrin:

hehe,

These are in stock. Comes with stickers! :biggrin:

[Riss Racing]

Originally Posted by 0002s

Adam:

Since I'm am honest guy....

You sent me two orders and I only ordered one. SO..now I have a second unit. (one unit arrived 4.7.08 and the second arrived 4.8.08)

Would you like it back? If so let me know and I will mail it back to the return address on the second envelope.

Great service fast shipping and 2 for 1 parts....:biggrin::biggrin:

haha you should order DPs might get lucky twice.

[0002s]

Originally Posted by anthony@rissracing

haha you should order DPs might get lucky twice.

LOL...Honesty has limits :biggrin:

[Adam@Riss Racing]

All orders have been shipped. Thank you!

[Riss Racing]

Orders shipped this morning thanks!

[Rephlex]

OK here is my review of the Riss Racing modified Clutch Delay Valve.:smile:

Firstly, as you can see from this thread, ordering from the website is quick and straightforward. The part arrived with me in the UK after a few days. It is the standard OEM part with the restrictive bottle-neck drilled out to a larger diameter to remove the restrictiveness.

I initially believed that the restrictive CDV might be for the US market only, but it turns out I had the same part fitted to my 130i. I was not unhappy with the gearchange, but for the price of the part it seemed rude not to try it.

Before having it fitted, I made a point of driving the car in a variety of conditions and mentally noted the pro’s and con’s. As an aside, I did fit a B&W short-shifter when I got the car, which was awful and made the car unrefined to drive, so I removed it within days. I have also driven an E36 M3 quite a lot, fitted with a short-shift which was fine but too notchy for the more refined 1-series IMO. This is a little off-topic but I mention it to point out that I am concerned not to detract from the high quality to the car by fitting mods that make the car rough or "rice".

I had the work done by my regular independent BMW specialist as they have the facilities and I’d rather let them oversee everything on the car. It was a quick job. I took the car out with the business owner before and afterwards, and we both appreciated that there was a noticeable difference. It is not a quantum leap as some opinions I have read might suggest. For instance, no passengers of mine have ever complained about lumpy changes from 1st to 2nd, but then I suppose I drive smoothly with passengers. The clutch engagement feels more positive and instant, as you would expect it it is being allowed to release quicker.

I am enjoying the gearchanges more and appreciate the difference, so I definitely give it the thumbs up as a worthwhile modification.:thumbup:

One last thing. From a warranty point of view I can’t imagine it is worthwhile getting worried about. The part is visually identical in every way. I won’t be losing any sleep about this aspect.

[Crowley]

Originally Posted by Rephlex

OK here is my review of the Riss Racing modified Clutch Delay Valve.:smile:

Firstly, as you can see from this thread, ordering from the website is quick and straightforward. The part arrived with me in the UK after a few days. It is the standard OEM part with the restrictive bottle-neck drilled out to a larger diameter to remove the restrictiveness.

I initially believed that the restrictive CDV might be for the US market only, but it turns out I had the same part fitted to my 130i. I was not unhappy with the gearchange, but for the price of the part it seemed rude not to try it.

Before having it fitted, I made a point of driving the car in a variety of conditions and mentally noted the pro’s and con’s. As an aside, I did fit a B&W short-shifter when I got the car, which was awful and made the car unrefined to drive, so I removed it within days. I have also driven an E36 M3 quite a lot, fitted with a short-shift which was fine but too notchy for the more refined 1-series IMO. This is a little off-topic but I mention it to point out that I am concerned not to detract from the high quality to the car by fitting mods that make the car rough or "rice".

I had the work done by my regular independent BMW specialist as they have the facilities and I’d rather let them oversee everything on the car. It was a quick job. I took the car out with the business owner before and afterwards, and we both appreciated that there was a noticeable difference. It is not a quantum leap as some opinions I have read might suggest. For instance, no passengers of mine have ever complained about lumpy changes from 1st to 2nd, but then I suppose I drive smoothly with passengers. The clutch engagement feels more positive and instant, as you would expect it it is being allowed to release quicker.

I am enjoying the gearchanges more and appreciate the difference, so I definitely give it the thumbs up as a worthwhile modification.:thumbup:

One last thing. From a warranty point of view I can’t imagine it is worthwhile getting worried about. The part is visually identical in every way. I won’t be losing any sleep about this aspect.

Thanks for the review and info!

Crowley

[ChrisK]

Does the Riss CDV look the same as the OEM CDV? I want to be steath-like.

[Rephlex]

Originally Posted by chriskurn

Does the Riss CDV look the same as the OEM CDV? I want to be steath-like.

It does, because it is that part, which has been drilled out to a larger internal diameter. It doesn't get more stealth than that.

[ChrisK]

Originally Posted by Rephlex

It does, because it is that part, which has been drilled out to a larger internal diameter. It doesn't get more stealth than that.

That's the answer I was looking for :biggrin: Thanks!

[ChrisK]

I just ordered one. :roundel:

[MadMan77]

PM just sent about a problem with my order.

[Adam@Riss Racing]

Originally Posted by MadMan77

PM just sent about a problem with my order.

Replied. We accidently didn't include the CDV with your envelope. Another one is on the way.

[Adam@Riss Racing]

Thank you guys so much for your orders. Thank you also for the great reviews in this thread. As always, everything is in stock and ready to ship!

[Adam@Riss Racing]

Orders placed today go out in tomorrows mail. Thanks guys!

[ichiban]

Got mine in the mail awhile back, have yet to install it. Fast shipping!

[0002s]

Single best mod for the money....PERIOD. Takes longer to jack the car and remove the plate than to do the install. You WILL feel the difference.

[Adam@Riss Racing]

Originally Posted by 0002s

Single best mod for the money....PERIOD. Takes longer to jack the car and remove the plate than to do the install. You WILL feel the difference.

Thank you for that review! Installation instructions are very straight forward. Glad to see a happy customer!

[Riss Racing]

Originally Posted by Rephlex

OK here is my review of the Riss Racing modified Clutch Delay Valve.:smile:

Firstly, as you can see from this thread, ordering from the website is quick and straightforward. The part arrived with me in the UK after a few days. It is the standard OEM part with the restrictive bottle-neck drilled out to a larger diameter to remove the restrictiveness.

I initially believed that the restrictive CDV might be for the US market only, but it turns out I had the same part fitted to my 130i. I was not unhappy with the gearchange, but for the price of the part it seemed rude not to try it.

Before having it fitted, I made a point of driving the car in a variety of conditions and mentally noted the pro’s and con’s. As an aside, I did fit a B&W short-shifter when I got the car, which was awful and made the car unrefined to drive, so I removed it within days. I have also driven an E36 M3 quite a lot, fitted with a short-shift which was fine but too notchy for the more refined 1-series IMO. This is a little off-topic but I mention it to point out that I am concerned not to detract from the high quality to the car by fitting mods that make the car rough or "rice".

I had the work done by my regular independent BMW specialist as they have the facilities and I’d rather let them oversee everything on the car. It was a quick job. I took the car out with the business owner before and afterwards, and we both appreciated that there was a noticeable difference. It is not a quantum leap as some opinions I have read might suggest. For instance, no passengers of mine have ever complained about lumpy changes from 1st to 2nd, but then I suppose I drive smoothly with passengers. The clutch engagement feels more positive and instant, as you would expect it it is being allowed to release quicker.

I am enjoying the gearchanges more and appreciate the difference, so I definitely give it the thumbs up as a worthwhile modification.:thumbup:

One last thing. From a warranty point of view I can’t imagine it is worthwhile getting worried about. The part is visually identical in every way. I won’t be losing any sleep about this aspect.

Thanks for the feedback!

[Riss Racing]

Originally Posted by 0002s

Single best mod for the money....PERIOD. Takes longer to jack the car and remove the plate than to do the install. You WILL feel the difference.

I agree 100% best bang for the buck mod.