[335is-dct]

Originally Posted by LMB335IS

That's my trap. I don't have much to compare it to as to whether it's high or low. I've only been to a couple 1/2 mile events and the first had a couple 335i's that I was as fast or faster than and the last one had none, but there was a new F80 M3 with a JB4, intake, and exhaust there and we were running the same traps.

I have the usual bolt ons, no inlets or outlets yet. I run E60 on a custom tune by BuraQ. The car is strong.

I just saw in the drag times thread you also trapped 120... That seems more on par

[LMB335IS]

Originally Posted by 335is-dct

I just saw in the drag times thread you also trapped 120... That seems more on par

My bad. I thought you were referring to the 1/2 mile traps. I've only been to the drag strip once so there was a bit of a learning curve going on. Launch Control was out of the question though next time I may flash back to the 135is TCU flash with a 3500 rpm launch point and try that. Here's my time slips. It's a easy mid 11's with a decent 60 ft time.

[gregsatt]

Continuing on with my rear tire saga...

I got an alignment and now am getting rubbing in the rear with the 265/30/19 PSS's and 10mm spacers. Only slight rubbing over dips in the road, but with no passengers. If I put people in the car, it's going to rub more and it's annoying.

It's only rubbing the plastic so rolling the fenders won't have any effect.

Has anyone tied back the plastic fender well liner on the rear like I've heard of people doing on the front?

Thanks,
Greg

Originally Posted by gregsatt

I never had any rubbing with the 255 P Zero RFTs and the 15mm spacers even with two people in the back seat.

I think I could have kept the 15mm spacers if I could pull the fender liner up a little bit. Anyone ever tied back the fender liner on the rear?

I swapped the spacers and moved the 10mm to the rear and the 15mm to the front. Seems to be okay now. We'll see how the front does once I get wider tires. I still have the 225 P Zero run flats but will get 235 PSSs on when these are bald.

[Adrianadernew]

Hello guys,

Which oil should I use for my 335is dct? I mean transmission oil ?

[teamraw]

Has anyone upgraded The stock paddle shifters on their DCT cars to more aggressive looking paddle shifters? I found these on eBay.
http://www.ebay.com/ulk/itm/321759934353

[FoShizzle]

Originally Posted by teamraw

Has anyone upgraded The stock paddle shifters on their DCT cars to more aggressive looking paddle shifters? I found these on eBay.
http://www.ebay.com/ulk/itm/321759934353

+1
I literally just logged into the thread to ask the same question. I can't justify the $350 + re-wiring to swap over to the M3 DCT modules with upgraded paddles. These seem like a decent option. Anyone?

[Ravenseal]

Originally Posted by teamraw

Has anyone upgraded The stock paddle shifters on their DCT cars to more aggressive looking paddle shifters? I found these on eBay.
http://www.ebay.com/ulk/itm/321759934353

Originally Posted by FoShizzle

+1
I literally just logged into the thread to ask the same question. I can't justify the $350 + re-wiring to swap over to the M3 DCT modules with upgraded paddles. These seem like a decent option. Anyone?

Ships from China. 25-50 days to delivery? If any of you guys order, do provide a review.

[Ravenseal]

Originally Posted by Adrianadernew

Hello guys,

Which oil should I use for my 335is dct? I mean transmission oil ?

According to BMW, it's a lifetime fluid and does not require changing unless you have a specific heavy-duty application (track, etc).

[Ravenseal]

Anyone running lip spoilers? recommendations?

[11LMBiSTT]

Originally Posted by teamraw

Has anyone upgraded The stock paddle shifters on their DCT cars to more aggressive looking paddle shifters? I found these on eBay.
http://www.ebay.com/ulk/itm/321759934353

Originally Posted by FoShizzle

+1
I literally just logged into the thread to ask the same question. I can't justify the $350 + re-wiring to swap over to the M3 DCT modules with upgraded paddles. These seem like a decent option. Anyone?

Originally Posted by Ravenseal

Ships from China. 25-50 days to delivery? If any of you guys order, do provide a review.

Very interesting.

I have the M3 paddle shifter modules with the extended billet paddles and the custom harness needed to run the M3 paddles and I love it! Granted the whole setup can get a bit pricey but I feel that it is an investment that I will be able to recoup around 80% of my cost on. + I just love the 'click' mechanism of the M3 paddles! Not very fond of the LCI paddles our cars come with because they do not provide the mechanical 'click' that the M3 paddles do.

I know of a few fellow 335is'ers that are running the M3 paddle shifter setup like me and they love it!

I have 2 custom wiring harnesses left if anyone wants a seamless OEM like setup/feel.

The M3 paddle shifter modules run around $175-$200 and the custom harnesses are $125 shipped.

[FoShizzle]

That's definitely the nicest way to do it. I just personally can't justify the cost.

[teamraw]

Might order the paddles next week I will provide feedback

[Adrianadernew]

Originally Posted by Ravenseal

According to BMW, it's a lifetime fluid and does not require changing unless you have a specific heavy-duty application (track, etc).

I destroyed my transmission oil cooler and I have to add / change it.
which one should I use?

[Ravenseal]

Originally Posted by Adrianadernew

I destroyed my transmission oil cooler and I have to add / change it.
which one should I use?

I believe the OEM fluid is BMW DCTF-1 / Pentosin FFL-4. BMW Part #83 22-0 440 214.

You should be able to call just about any BMW dealer and confirm. I wouldn't go with anything aftermarket/non-oem.

[335is-dct]

got some comments from car friends last night about how quiet my car still is with catless downpipes. only times its ever really loud is on cold start for about 10-15 seconds

Originally Posted by Adrianadernew

I destroyed my transmission oil cooler and I have to add / change it.
which one should I use?

i believe ecs tuning have a fluid change kit

[Adrianadernew]

Originally Posted by Ravenseal

I believe the OEM fluid is BMW DCTF-1 / Pentosin FFL-4. BMW Part #83 22-0 440 214.

You should be able to call just about any BMW dealer and confirm. I wouldn't go with anything aftermarket/non-oem.

Thanks! I would use only OEM parts/fluids.

All in all, I am gonna change ALL fluids in my bmw, could you tell me about:
Engine oil
steering
cooling
?

Originally Posted by 335is-dct

got some comments from car friends last night about how quiet my car still is with catless downpipes. only times its ever really loud is on cold start for about 10-15 seconds




i believe ecs tuning have a fluid change kit

Which DP do you have?

[SUHleen]

Originally Posted by 11LMBiSTT

Very interesting.

I have the M3 paddle shifter modules with the extended billet paddles and the custom harness needed to run the M3 paddles and I love it! Granted the whole setup can get a bit pricey but I feel that it is an investment that I will be able to recoup around 80% of my cost on. + I just love the 'click' mechanism of the M3 paddles! Not very fond of the LCI paddles our cars come with because they do not provide the mechanical 'click' that the M3 paddles do.

I know of a few fellow 335is'ers that are running the M3 paddle shifter setup like me and they love it!

I have 2 custom wiring harnesses left if anyone wants a seamless OEM like setup/feel.

The M3 paddle shifter modules run around $175-$200 and the custom harnesses are $125 shipped.

I got one of the harnesses from him and it works perfect. And the cost up front is a lot, but then you can sell the IS paddles for close to $200 which recoups most of the cost. So with that being said...

$125 for harness + $250 for the M3 modules + $150 for the extended paddles = $525 total

I sold my old paddles for about $175.

$525 - $175 = $350. Not a bad investment for better looking and better feeling paddles

Still a lot more than those ebay paddles, but who knows the quality of those.

[335is-dct]

So I should correct my earlier posts about dp rasp... It does have some rasp when getting on it, but it's more of an exotic rasp than Honda rasp. Think of an f80 m3 with downpipes. Imo it sounds great.

Originally Posted by Adrianadernew

Which DP do you have?

Vrsf, great product

[Landjet]

Originally Posted by gregsatt

I got my new 265/30/19 PSS's installed today. I have 15mm spacers and I'm getting a fair amount of rubbing. Don't know yet if it is rubbing on the plastic or on the metal. I guess when I posed my question the first time, I didn't ask if anyone had issues with 15mm spacers and 265 PSS's.

It looks really mean now though. I wish I could keep it like this for the looks!

I have 10mm spacers on the front, so I'll be swapping them to the rear this evening when I get home unless there have been lots of issues with rubbing on 265's with 10mm spacers.

Anyone experience rubbing with 265/30/19 PSSs and 10mm on stock sized wheels? I guess I'm asking so that I don't waste the time putting on the 10MM spacers if they are going to rub.

Thanks,
Greg

Gregg,
I have 313's with PSS 265/30/19. Currently running 12mm and it still rubs occasionally. 10mm may be perfect for the rear. Please post your results-I may ditch the 12mm and go 10mm as well.

[JunkyardDogg]

What's everyone's opinion on debadging the "335is"?

Nm I've decided to keep it.

[FoShizzle]

I had my fenders rolled at LTMW a few years ago and they didn't do A very good job. Ended up picking up some M3 track wheels a little while back so I had a local fender guru do a trim. Scary to watch, but the fender lip is gone and perfectly smooth for $100. He also trimmed the felt liner about 2". I thought the fender might be weak without the lip, but it's still super sturdy. Couldn't be happier.

[JasW]

Originally Posted by 335is-dct

So I should correct my earlier posts about dp rasp... It does have some rasp when getting on it, but it's more of an exotic rasp than Honda rasp. Think of an f80 m3 with downpipes. Imo it sounds great.

To each his own, as they say. I can see how some might find it appealing in an aggressive sort of way, but it's just too much of a metallic, grating sound for me. If you're flying by a wall (of cars, of an underpass bridge, etc.) with the window open -- or like me with the top down -- the sound reflecting back can be overwhelming.