06-28-2023, 10:46 AM | #1 |
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UCP, Autosolutions SSK, and BFI weighted shift knob installed on m2cs
Posting this up for those who might be interested in any or all of these mods on their cars. Nothing tremendously new here as many have installed each of these parts but I haven't seen any other cars with this specific combination. Plus pics and video are always nice to have!
The Autosolutions SSK specs are 20% reduction with stock knob height. I have the UCP return spring in the middle setting. And nothing is tunable on the knob. I did 3D print a spacer to fill the void between the stock shift boot and the bottom of the Black Forest Industries knob. I like the look and it keeps clicking noises to a minimum. Review/my perspectives:
Below are some pictures and a video of the shift action. Happy to answer any questions as well. Best, -Ash |
06-28-2023, 11:10 PM | #3 |
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Reiterating your points on the mods (minus the knob). Mechanically, the SSK is a must. It makes the most direct, noticeable impact. Choosing the *best* setup for "you" is the hardest part but if you have a MT it's a must. Second is the UCP which offers more of a quality of life improvement rather than a mechanical, performance improvement. You can definitely do without the UCP but you'd be doing yourself a disservice by skipping it. I suppose it's akin to having a 6 disc CD changer vs Bluetooth connectivity, if that makes sense. The CDV is also a good mod that reinforces your investment in the UCP (or vice versa). That extra step to really get that extra *oomph* from the shifting mods.
If I could add to this list, for that extra *snickety snick* shifting: Rogue Engineering transmission mounts Rear differential bushings Upgraded driveshaft support bearing I'm making my way down the shifter mod list, finished up the Rogue Engineering mounts a few months ago and looking at the differential bushings next. Teetering that line between an even better shift experience without introducing excessive (intolerable) NVH. |
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06-29-2023, 08:23 PM | #4 |
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I have an Auto Solutions 30% shifter on my E46 M3. I installed it to replace a UUC shifter, which was a POS. It increases effort somewhat, but it also improves feel and accuracy compared to the UUC shifter or the stock shifter. I highly recommend an Auto Solutions shifter based on the experience with mine. I like the 30% reduction. I would rather have even more reduction than less, but this is very subjective. I believe Auto Solutions offers up to 40% reduction.
I also have a CDV delete. I expected it to be more noticeable, but it definitely improves clutch feel. I've never used a weighted shift knob. I have an OEM BMW Performance illuminated leather shift knob, which looks similar to the original leather shift knob. |
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10-05-2023, 03:32 PM | #5 |
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hey ashmostro
i'm currently installing the UCP on my f87 (already have autosolutions SSK) but ran into an issue getting clearance to remove the actual pedal itself. There seems to be an electronic box blocking it from releasing. can you chime in how you were able to navigate the pedal out from under the dash? Thanks |
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