M-tech steering wheel

Add1ct · 01-28-2009, 09:42 PM

congrats and enjoy

ChrisK · 02-02-2009, 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Add1ct

congrats and enjoy

What did you use to release the Air Bag Clips?

Add1ct · 02-02-2009, 02:54 PM

just a thin flathead screwdriver- you angle it so the end is pointed up and you'll feel when you have it on the clip because it will push back at you like a spring, mine was easiest to do by starting with the left side clip

Robert · 02-03-2009, 03:09 AM

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Originally Posted by ChrisK

At first I was hesitant about the M-wheel since its so thick.

Like the seats it depends on your size. I have smaller hands so the steering feels a bit too thick for me. I don't think i can completely wrap my hand around the wheel with my thumb and index finger, but i have adjusted to it.

I do like the m-shift knob a lot. Few month ago I almost bought the performance shifter because it looks much better but the stock m-knob just feels so right in your hands.

Add1ct · 02-03-2009, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by squeak

when i get my 135i with m-pack i plan to take the wheel of imedatly and buy the performance wheel thats alcantara.

do you think i will be able to sell it for 400 with the M trim plate?
i will use the wheel for two weeks while im in Europe doing my ED

that's exactly what vlkwerk did before he sold it to me, drove it around europe and then installed the performance one when he got home. you may get $400, he wanted 400, I offered $350 for the wheel and shift knob and he accepted, but you could probably get that because new they are $385 and then almost another $100 for the trim plate so probably, depends who is in the market at the time.

trfortin69 · 06-05-2009, 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by ChrisK

My M Wheel will arrive this Friday ($385@Tischer). I just need the m trim piece, which I will add later.

do you have the web link for tischner? please post

trfortin69 · 06-05-2009, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Add1ct

that's exactly what vlkwerk did before he sold it to me, drove it around europe and then installed the performance one when he got home. you may get $400, he wanted 400, I offered $350 for the wheel and shift knob and he accepted, but you could probably get that because new they are $385 and then almost another $100 for the trim plate so probably, depends who is in the market at the time.

squeak did you buy your perf wheel yet? if So are you selling your M Sport wheel with face plate?

absix · 06-14-2009, 02:55 AM

Hey gang,

I have a 335i which came with the M-tech steering wheel with paddles. I have changed it with the Performance steering wheel and now I want to put the M-tech one in my girlfriend's E87. The problem is that the steering wheel is supposed to have paddles which were transfered to the Performance one.

Would it work on the E87 without the paddles?

Thanks!

absix · 06-17-2009, 09:48 PM

Anyone

john08135i · 06-18-2009, 08:47 AM

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Originally Posted by absix

Hey gang,

I have a 335i which came with the M-tech steering wheel with paddles. I have changed it with the Performance steering wheel and now I want to put the M-tech one in my girlfriend's E87. The problem is that the steering wheel is supposed to have paddles which were transfered to the Performance one.

Would it work on the E87 without the paddles?

Thanks!

You can buy just the paddles from BMW or ebay.

trfortin69 · 07-17-2009, 11:59 AM

I finally went ahead purchased the m-tech wheel and shift knob and boot, everything fits perfect, no air bag is needed to go from the 135i orginal wheel to the m-tech wheel. Thanks Add1ct for all the help.

Add1ct · 07-17-2009, 12:20 PM

cool, glad I could be of help, it's definitely a very easy and worthwhile DIY as the feel of the new steering wheel is worlds above the old, at least imho

trfortin69 · 07-17-2009, 12:28 PM

I wimped out, didn't DIY. had the dealer do it. but your right about the feeling of the wheel, it feels a lot better, the shifter feels a little more sportier as well. I definately recommend the upgrade.

e82vette · 09-15-2009, 05:52 PM

in the diy, it said....

"*** Before reconnecting your battery, put your key in the slot and turn your lights to the on position. This way you dont send all of the new electric current to your computer and fry it. I know that its only a small, small probability, but it is a precaution to almost guarantee it wont happen. New computers for your car can cost up to $2500, so please do this step..."

does it mean to put the headlight on position???? does it mean put the fob in the slot before reconnecting the battery??

Add1ct · 09-15-2009, 07:13 PM

i believe that's what it means

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Add1ct Lieutenant Colonel 59 Rep 1,859 Posts Drives: 135i, 335i Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Palos Verdes Estates (SoCal) iTrader: (3)	just a thin flathead screwdriver- you angle it so the end is pointed up and you'll feel when you have it on the clip because it will push back at you like a spring, mine was easiest to do by starting with the left side clip __________________ E82 N54 6MT 6FL 668 KASW turned in E92 Crimson/Cream N54 6MT, ZSP, ZPP, ZCW, Nav, Sat radio, HD Radio, Logic7, PDC, Active Steering, Active Cruise, 6FL, CA
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07-17-2009, 11:59 AM	#33
trfortin69 Lieutenant 18 Rep 406 Posts Drives: 135i Convertible Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Seacost NH iTrader: (1)	I finally went ahead purchased the m-tech wheel and shift knob and boot, everything fits perfect, no air bag is needed to go from the 135i orginal wheel to the m-tech wheel. Thanks Add1ct for all the help. __________________ Jet Black/Savvanah Beige - Premium Package, Cold Package, Ipod, Style 142 Winter Wheels w/ All season runflats, Style 264 Summer Wheels w/ Ventus V12 evo K110 225/40R- 18 Front 255/35R-18 Rear Prior Vehicles: 2002 Porsche Boxster, 2004 A-4 Ultra Sport Stage II software/injectors w/ stasis street sport suspension, 2006 e90 w/ sport, premium, cold.
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07-17-2009, 12:20 PM	#34
Add1ct Lieutenant Colonel 59 Rep 1,859 Posts Drives: 135i, 335i Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Palos Verdes Estates (SoCal) iTrader: (3)	cool, glad I could be of help, it's definitely a very easy and worthwhile DIY as the feel of the new steering wheel is worlds above the old, at least imho __________________ E82 N54 6MT 6FL 668 KASW turned in E92 Crimson/Cream N54 6MT, ZSP, ZPP, ZCW, Nav, Sat radio, HD Radio, Logic7, PDC, Active Steering, Active Cruise, 6FL, CA
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07-17-2009, 12:28 PM	#35
trfortin69 Lieutenant 18 Rep 406 Posts Drives: 135i Convertible Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Seacost NH iTrader: (1)	I wimped out, didn't DIY. had the dealer do it. but your right about the feeling of the wheel, it feels a lot better, the shifter feels a little more sportier as well. I definately recommend the upgrade. __________________ Jet Black/Savvanah Beige - Premium Package, Cold Package, Ipod, Style 142 Winter Wheels w/ All season runflats, Style 264 Summer Wheels w/ Ventus V12 evo K110 225/40R- 18 Front 255/35R-18 Rear Prior Vehicles: 2002 Porsche Boxster, 2004 A-4 Ultra Sport Stage II software/injectors w/ stasis street sport suspension, 2006 e90 w/ sport, premium, cold.
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09-15-2009, 05:52 PM	#36
e82vette Captain 25 Rep 627 Posts Drives: 128i Join Date: May 2009 Location: Seattle iTrader: (1)	in the diy, it said.... "*** Before reconnecting your battery, put your key in the slot and turn your lights to the on position. This way you dont send all of the new electric current to your computer and fry it. I know that its only a small, small probability, but it is a precaution to almost guarantee it wont happen. New computers for your car can cost up to $2500, so please do this step..." does it mean to put the headlight on position???? does it mean put the fob in the slot before reconnecting the battery??
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09-15-2009, 07:13 PM	#37
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