Anyone put in a 335i/xi short shift kit?

ruxp · 01-28-2008, 02:26 PM

If so, which one & where'd you get it? Was it worth it? How easy are they to install?

On a semi-related note, has anyone done the CDV modification or delete? If so, how much of an improvement was it?

NM_BMW · 01-28-2008, 03:31 PM

I knew one member who attempted the ssk for the xi, but not sure if he succeeded. I know they was more labor involved with the xi over the i because of the xDrive.

With regards to the CDV. Just do it. It's easy to do, cheap, and makes a world of difference.

ohsnap · 01-28-2008, 05:41 PM

just saw the oem one ssk this weekend at a meet on oct1285's e90. he had the entire kit which came with a nice weighted knob and alacantra boot. i plan on ordering just the shaft since i already have the msport shifter/boot.

regarding the cdv; i would definitely pick one up. i am using the zeck modified cdv and its night and day difference especially between 1st/2nd. its dirt cheap and fairly easy to install.

ruxp · 01-28-2008, 10:59 PM

interesting. anyone successfully install one in an xi?

where did you guys order your shifter knobs/kits from?

san~man · 01-28-2008, 11:00 PM

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Originally Posted by ruxp

interesting. anyone successfully install one in an xi?

where did you guys order your shifter knobs/kits from?

There was a DIY a few weeks ago for the Xi, do a search.

Get the OEM SSK from Tischer- for $183.00, you can't beat it.

Ronno111 · 01-28-2008, 11:44 PM

Get the UUC Motorwerks shortshifter. Simply the best I ever had. They are a litle pricey at about $350,,,, but it is worth every single penny!

BlakeB · 01-29-2008, 12:36 AM

hmm... anyone have experience driving both the BMW short shifter and UUC's?

xdrive · 01-29-2008, 09:56 AM

Check the DIY section.
Install is very easy.
Go w/ the OEM.
Everything just fits and the install is easy.

ohsnap · 01-29-2008, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Ronno111

Get the UUC Motorwerks shortshifter. Simply the best I ever had. They are a litle pricey at about $350,,,, but it is worth every single penny!

$183 OEM vs. $350 UUC. this seems like a no brainer to me.. but then again, i am a fan of the oem look, fit and finish. the UUC shifter also looks out of place in the e90 interior imo.

Ronno111 · 01-29-2008, 09:39 PM

you can use the stock shifter with the UUS,,, only the guts are replaced. I had a UUS in my 540i and it was the best thing ever. Each shift just locked in place, nice short throws. I have used others, but since UUC, that is the only one I would use again..... u get what you pay for.

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ruxp Captain 45 Rep 698 Posts Drives: 2008 BMW 335xi Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Minneapolis iTrader: (1)	interesting. anyone successfully install one in an xi? where did you guys order your shifter knobs/kits from?
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Ronno111 Private First Class 14 Rep 124 Posts Drives: 2014 MB E63S-AMG/ 2014 X5 50i Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: New York iTrader: (0)	Get the UUC Motorwerks shortshifter. Simply the best I ever had. They are a litle pricey at about $350,,,, but it is worth every single penny! __________________ CURRENTLY: 2014 MB E63AMG-S, CF package loaded, Weistec 725hp ECU on order, Dado downpipes; 2014 BMW X5 50i \|\|\| FORMERLY: 2008 E60 M5 \|\|\| 2011 X5 50i, ECU upgrade to 485hp, LOADED \|\|\| 2009 BMW 335xi, jb4 map5, downpipes, spings, etc. \|\|\|
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Ronno111 Private First Class 14 Rep 124 Posts Drives: 2014 MB E63S-AMG/ 2014 X5 50i Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: New York iTrader: (0)	you can use the stock shifter with the UUS,,, only the guts are replaced. I had a UUS in my 540i and it was the best thing ever. Each shift just locked in place, nice short throws. I have used others, but since UUC, that is the only one I would use again..... u get what you pay for. __________________ CURRENTLY: 2014 MB E63AMG-S, CF package loaded, Weistec 725hp ECU on order, Dado downpipes; 2014 BMW X5 50i \|\|\| FORMERLY: 2008 E60 M5 \|\|\| 2011 X5 50i, ECU upgrade to 485hp, LOADED \|\|\| 2009 BMW 335xi, jb4 map5, downpipes, spings, etc. \|\|\|
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