[fleetfoot]

Originally Posted by AKD

Finally had my 25% 85a installed this morning and...just wow. It's so precise and has absolutely zero slop. The gates are so well defined and the throws feel so much more mechanical. Hands down the most satisfying mod I've ever done. Ronald is the man.

+1 Just had my autosolutions shifter installed today with the same config. 3 hours of labor. Zero increase in NVH with the stock shift knob. Shift action is essentially perfect, with shorter "snickier" throws, but plenty of space between gates and no discernable increase in effort. The only thing I've driven that might have been better was an S2000, but that was a long time ago.

I also had the shop re-bleed my clutch, since it wasn't bled properly when another shop installed my E90 slave cylinder (sans CDV) leaving a bit of dead travel at the top of the pedal action, but that's essentially gone now that it's bled properly.

[medphysdave]

I'm really happy with mine. Initially I thought it was a little too extreme with the notchiness, but I must say, it has broken in to be just right.

[(K)]

Picked the car up yesterday from install, had all of the below done:

Ron's Autosolutions short shift kit; 22.5% reduction, stock height, 95a+ bushings

UCP (haven't confirmed which setting)

E90 slave cylinder swap p/n 29-52-6-785-964

MP stainless pedals

Prior to all of that I only had the MP carbon/alcantara shift knob which actually made a noticeable (positive) difference compared to stock. Initial impressions after install are good, however 1) I think the shift kit needs to wear in a little bit 2) I had very limited seat time due to time restraints.

Immediately noticed the ssk. Slight but acceptable increase in shift effort for 1st and reverse, all other gears had very (to me) minimal change in shifting effort. Engagement from gear to gear is very positive and direct. Not snickety smooth like a Honda but slightly notchy and, more importantly, precise. No added noise but I've definitely noticed increased vibrations on acceleration. No vibrations while coasting or decelerating. Doesn't currently bother me enough to want to remedy it, maybe a project for a very rainy day.

Clutch pedal, definitely more solid. Depressing the pedal requires no increased effort and pedal return is quick. The stock pedal's slop is gone and engagement is almost instant from the moment I lift. I clutch first before throttle so I feel it almost grabs TOO soon.

Slave cylinder is more linear and direct. Have to retrain the muscle memory and commit to the clutch release now. No more having to delay the clutch release a little for smooth shifts. Hard launches and fast shifts are smooth and consistent.

Planning some more road time tomorrow and I'll post up some more solid impressions in due time. Just noting the changes so no real, solid opinions from me until then. Mostly because I'm somewhat conflicted on the results. I feel the changes enhance the sharpness of the car but obviously giving up some softness. Not a good or a bad thing either way, I just need to figure out where I stand as the owner and driver. More seat time will tell.

[hlm2c]

Originally Posted by (K)

Picked the car up yesterday from install, had all of the below done:

Ron's Autosolutions short shift kit; 22.5% reduction, stock height, 95a+ bushings

UCP (haven't confirmed which setting)

E90 slave cylinder swap p/n 29-52-6-785-964

MP stainless pedals

Prior to all of that I only had the MP carbon/alcantara shift knob which actually made a noticeable (positive) difference compared to stock. Initial impressions after install are good, however 1) I think the shift kit needs to wear in a little bit 2) I had very limited seat time due to time restraints.

Immediately noticed the ssk. Slight but acceptable increase in shift effort for 1st and reverse, all other gears had very (to me) minimal change in shifting effort. Engagement from gear to gear is very positive and direct. Not snickety smooth like a Honda but slightly notchy and, more importantly, precise. No added noise but I've definitely noticed increased vibrations on acceleration. No vibrations while coasting or decelerating. Doesn't currently bother me enough to want to remedy it, maybe a project for a very rainy day.

Clutch pedal, definitely more solid. Depressing the pedal requires no increased effort and pedal return is quick. The stock pedal's slop is gone and engagement is almost instant from the moment I lift. I clutch first before throttle so I feel it almost grabs TOO soon.

Slave cylinder is more linear and direct. Have to retrain the muscle memory and commit to the clutch release now. No more having to delay the clutch release a little for smooth shifts. Hard launches and fast shifts are smooth and consistent.

Planning some more road time tomorrow and I'll post up some more solid impressions in due time. Just noting the changes so no real, solid opinions from me until then. Mostly because I'm somewhat conflicted on the results. I feel the changes enhance the sharpness of the car but obviously giving up some softness. Not a good or a bad thing either way, I just need to figure out where I stand as the owner and driver. More seat time will tell.

Solid review. Give everything some time to break in and then it'll be a good middle ground once everything is finally broken in. A nice sweet spot if you will

[Lost in München]

Greetings,
Just wanted to ask how many of you installed six bolts with some kind of threadlocker?

I am afraid it might come loose over time because of vibrations through the shifter..

Thanks

[doughboy]

Originally Posted by Lost in München

Greetings,
Just wanted to ask how many of you installed six bolts with some kind of threadlocker?

I am afraid it might come loose over time because of vibrations through the shifter..

Thanks

Yes instructions said to use threadlock.

They only need to be 5nm max.

[Lost in München]

Originally Posted by doughboy

Yes instructions said to use threadlock.

They only need to be 5nm max.

Are there any new instructions coming with autosolutions ssk?
I just got one paper that didn't say any of that..
I realized that bolts shoud not be too thight because that way you ovalized the hosing and then movement is not smooth, but i do not recall 5nm anywhere in instructions... thredalocker also.



Thanks

[doughboy]

Originally Posted by Lost in München

Are there any new instructions coming with autosolutions ssk?
I just got one paper that didn't say any of that..
I realized that bolts shoud not be too thight because that way you ovalized the hosing and then movement is not smooth, but i do not recall 5nm anywhere in instructions... thredalocker also.



Thanks

Yes you're right, I looked back and it was infact an email reply I had from Ronald when I asked him about it.

He said 5nm and use threadlock. Using thread lock makes sense anywhere on a vehicle at this small bolt size.

[BallHog5873]

Originally Posted by SEAT TIME RULES

My dealership charged me 2 hrs labor for the SSK and 1 hr for the UCP.

your dealer will install aftermarket?

[SEAT TIME RULES]

Originally Posted by BallHog5873

your dealer will install aftermarket?

They'll just about install anything..

I worked it out with the Service Manager, understanding how certain parts can void parts of the warranty.

[Telluride]

I'm in Ron's que for a SSK upgrade. Can't wait.

While waiting I've installed a M Perf shift knob. A noticeable improvement - like knob and shift rod are one. Very solid feel, I like a lot.

[(K)]

Originally Posted by Telluride

I'm in Ron's que for a SSK upgrade. Can't wait.

While waiting I've installed a M Perf shift knob. A noticeable improvement - like knob and shift rod are one. Very solid feel, I like a lot.

These were my initial impressions with the MP knob as well. I would even venture to say that it's probably sufficient if a short shifter didn't exist. The problem is that the shifter kits DO exist and they do a damn fine job of tightening up the shifts even further.

[Telluride]

Originally Posted by (K)

These were my initial impressions with the MP knob as well. I would even venture to say that it's probably sufficient if a short shifter didn't exist. The problem is that the shifter kits DO exist and they do a damn fine job of tightening up the shifts even further.

Yep. No doubt.

Those of us who chose a manual transmission want the most engaging driving experience. Wish I stumbled onto this board and thread long ago.