short shift kit

cycler · 12-21-2007, 08:26 PM

I was wondering if someone can recomend a good short shift kit for my 335xi coupe. The throw on this thing is like a mac truck.

txusa03 · 12-21-2007, 08:32 PM

try OEM SSK --->http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=102808

cycler · 12-21-2007, 08:39 PM

Will it fit my 08 335xi coupe? The parts guys are telling me because it doesnt saying anything on the bmw performance catalog.

BHairsto · 12-21-2007, 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by cycler

I was wondering if someone can recomend a good short shift kit for my 335xi coupe. The throw on this thing is like a mac truck.

I just installed the OEM SSK, and it's very nice. Throws are as short as the UUC kit I had on my E46 M3, but the action is smoother and it doesn't transmit syncro noise (probably because the OEM kit still uses a plastic pivot ball instead of a steel ball like most aftermarket kits). Add a weighted knob (like UUC) and the feel will be outstanding.

BHairsto · 12-21-2007, 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by cycler

Will it fit my 08 335xi coupe? The parts guys are telling me because it doesnt saying anything on the bmw performance catalog.

It fits my 335 just fine. Several others have used it with no issues.

cycler · 12-21-2007, 08:54 PM

then why are the parts guys telling me that there is nothing out for the 335xi model

BHairsto · 12-21-2007, 09:02 PM

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Originally Posted by cycler

then why are the parts guys telling me that there is nothing out for the 335xi model

The product labeling itself says its not for the 335, so it's only natural that the dealer is unwilling to offer it to you- they don't want you blaming them if the kit does not work on your car. I don't know why the part is not approved for the 335, but it works perfectly fine - no interference with other parts and no install issues. I've been using mine for a week now and I'm thoroughly satisfied. I was also skeptical at first, but decided to try it out after seeing that 4 or 5 other forum members had successfully installed the kit on their 335s. Plus, the kit is only like $183 at Tischer, including a boot and knob (which I did not use) - it's a good deal.

cycler · 12-21-2007, 09:05 PM

How much of a difference do you feel with it??

Last E92 M3 · 12-25-2007, 08:00 PM

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How much of a difference do you feel with it??

it's a ssk kit...not really sure what you are trying to ask

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