Just installed SSTT. My impressions.

markymarc1979 · 03-12-2008, 06:47 PM

installation - Piece of cake. I was having a bit of a problem in the beginning. I was attempting to jam my arm in on an angle, in order to reach the sensor. After several scratches and scrapes, I stopped and thought about it, I realized it was much easier to insert my hand from above and there was a lot more room to work with.

Took about 5 minutes with a dime so find and lift the clip. Snapped the SSTT in and mission accomplished.

One question: Is it possible to install the SSTT wrong? or can the connectors only go one way? If it's not done properly, should I expect a CEL?

Test drive - Running on 94 Octane 10% ethanol, I must say, it didn't feel like night and day. I was hoping to break traction in second, but I couldn't. I'm a tad bit dissapointed, but I hope my ECU still has adapting to do. I only went on a very short drive, maybe 5 or 10 miles.

The exhaust is definitely throatier then before and I really like it. You can also hear your turbos whistling a lot more. I like that too!!!

I'm really hoping that my ECU adapts more and I break traction in second.

Mattscott · 03-12-2008, 06:49 PM

it takes a couple days to fully adapt, maybe friday you'll get in and floor it, and be

jaaz · 03-12-2008, 06:49 PM

Did you turn off DTC? (one brief push of the button)

markymarc1979 · 03-12-2008, 06:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Mattscott

it takes a couple days to fully adapt, maybe friday you'll get in and floor it, and be

I hope your right!!

markymarc1979 · 03-12-2008, 06:53 PM

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Originally Posted by jaaz

Did you turn off DTC? (one brief push of the button)

No I forgot to disable DTC. Should I turn it off (push button) or completely disable it (Push and hold button for a few secs)???

kalsha · 03-12-2008, 06:57 PM

push it all the way and hold it for a couple of seconds and the DCT will disable completely.

Mattscott · 03-12-2008, 06:58 PM

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Originally Posted by markymarc1979

I hope your right!!

SSTT owner here.

failsafe · 03-12-2008, 07:01 PM

Just ordered one today. Should be here Friday

jaaz · 03-12-2008, 07:03 PM

One push of the button disables DTC. Holding it down for like 5 seconds will disable DTC and DCS I believe. No need to do that to break traction, just push the button once. You should break be able to break traction easily in 2nd gear.

You did let the ECU go into sleep mode before installing the SSTT, right?

NRG · 03-12-2008, 07:06 PM

As a past SSTT owner I can say that it'll take you a good few WOT's to get it fully adapted. You should also get a feel of improved throttle response.

XS4 · 03-12-2008, 07:07 PM

Give it more start/stop cycles to adapt, and ditto on the WOT runs.
No need to push the button unless you like changing lanes sideways. I have 9 1/2" wide 19's in back and without touching the button the back end still goes every which way at the top of 2nd. Thats with DPs and upgraded intercooler however.

kalsha · 03-12-2008, 07:08 PM

what is WOT?

Hunter399 · 03-12-2008, 07:09 PM

wide open throttle

bimdaddy · 03-12-2008, 07:09 PM

Two to three days after install, your butt will adapt to the new power, and you may think it's not quite as punchy like after the install. At least the case with me and a few members here...but trust me, it's all there bro. Enjoy

ybbiz34 · 03-12-2008, 07:10 PM

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Originally Posted by kalsha

what is WOT?

Wide open throttle.

BoostedE90 · 03-12-2008, 07:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kalsha

what is WOT?

Wide Open Throttle

kalsha · 03-12-2008, 07:11 PM

sorry kind new, what exactly is WOT?

BoostedE90 · 03-12-2008, 07:15 PM

I would suggest giving it a few days to adapt if it doesn't seem any better I would suggest disconnecting the battery. I had mine in for about 3-4 days (and it did seem to be much stronger) and then I completely unplugged my battery. I really think that did the trick cause after a day of adaption the car felt much better than when I first installed the SSTT.

Welcome to the club!

NRG · 03-12-2008, 07:15 PM

Out of topic, but did you wake your baby out of the wintry sleep just for a test drive? Couldn't hold it any longer? Same here.

markymarc1979 · 03-12-2008, 07:25 PM

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Originally Posted by NRG

Out of topic, but did you wake your baby out of the wintry sleep just for a test drive? Couldn't hold it any longer? Same here.

You got it. I couldn't stand it sitting there anymore. I've been watching it collect dust all winter long. I hate Canadian winters.

markymarc1979 · 03-12-2008, 07:26 PM

Thanks for all the feedback BTW. I'll keep you posted over the next few days. Does anyone else notice the throatier exhaust and whistling turbos?

NRG · 03-12-2008, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by markymarc1979

Thanks for all the feedback BTW. I'll keep you posted over the next few days. Does anyone else notice the throatier exhaust and whistling turbos?

I did, especially with a drop-in filter.
Man, same picture here. Can't wait for spring to come in, so I can take it out and install a few of my new mods.

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jaaz CArbon BlAck 18 Rep 267 Posts Drives: 2011 X5 35i SAV Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Miami, FL iTrader: (0)	One push of the button disables DTC. Holding it down for like 5 seconds will disable DTC and DCS I believe. No need to do that to break traction, just push the button once. You should break be able to break traction easily in 2nd gear. You did let the ECU go into sleep mode before installing the SSTT, right? __________________ 2011 X5 35i SAV Carbon Black M-Sport / Tech / Conv / CA / Twin Recaro Kid-Booster Seats
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XS4 slave to the dark side 30 Rep 173 Posts Drives: 2008 335i Sedan Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: FL iTrader: (3)	Give it more start/stop cycles to adapt, and ditto on the WOT runs. No need to push the button unless you like changing lanes sideways. I have 9 1/2" wide 19's in back and without touching the button the back end still goes every which way at the top of 2nd. Thats with DPs and upgraded intercooler however. __________________ Two Turbos to Rulez Them All...
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