CDV Poll

harlequin314 · 07-30-2008, 05:07 PM

Been looking into getting this done for a long time now and been following a lot of threads about it. Looks like a great product overall and makes the mt much smoother. maybe i'm paranoid about warranty issues.

wanted to get a number of things by making a simple poll. some input on answer would be great. on how great your cdv change is or if it's not much of a difference, don't like the new feel.

thanks!

Mr. 5 · 07-30-2008, 05:14 PM

It's a no brainer.
Get a modified CDV or take yours out.
CDVs are for people that don't know how to drive a manual.

AndreyATC · 07-30-2008, 05:31 PM

+1 Mr 5

BTW, it was my very 1st mod

Dubbedoutbimmer · 07-30-2008, 05:33 PM

i havent done it but deff on the list of things todo

BMdblU · 07-30-2008, 05:36 PM

Do it, worth while.

RR CDV and weighted M knob make for the best shifts IMO

satakal · 07-30-2008, 05:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BMdblU

Do it, worth while.

RR CDV and weighted M knob make for the best shifts IMO

I hear the RiXeffects CDV is better.

*sorry, I can't resist*
________
Hornyandwild Cam

AndreyATC · 07-30-2008, 05:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by satakal

I hear the RiXeffects CDV is better.

*sorry, I can't resist*

LOL
Could there really be any difference between modded CDVs?

Mr. 5 · 07-30-2008, 06:14 PM

The best thing to do is just eliminate it!

Alex@AKMotorwerk · 07-30-2008, 06:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr. 5

The best thing to do is just eliminate it!

+1...

harlequin314 · 07-30-2008, 06:38 PM

thansk, this has been informative. looks like no one is against it so far.
wonder what the possible drawbacks are.
anyone know what the ultimate word in regards to warranty is? and looking for links to the dyi for the delete or mod. anyone know any w/ pics?

harlequin314 · 07-30-2008, 06:41 PM

can the negative response explain? thanks

oc24 · 07-30-2008, 06:41 PM

Maybe someone can explain this to me. I did this in my 330i and I liked it, but since I just got my 335i coupe I feel it shifts better than my 330i and I haven't done the CDV. Am I missing something here?

Also, what is the difference between modifying it and removing it altogether?

oc24 · 07-30-2008, 06:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by harlequin314

can the negative response explain? thanks

See above, I just like the shifting better in my 335 right now (original CDV) better than my 330i (modified CDV). Not sure why though.

AndreyATC · 07-30-2008, 06:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr. 5

The best thing to do is just eliminate it!

I dont see why no-CDV vs modded-CDV would make any difference if modded CDV has no internal restrictions
If inner diameter of the hose is not bigger than CDV's, then it should be ok either way

The down side of having CDV completely removed is visibility for tech guys
I have modded CDV

Just my $0.02

Mr. 5 · 07-30-2008, 07:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by slubu

Maybe someone can explain this to me. I did this in my 330i and I liked it, but since I just got my 335i coupe I feel it shifts better than my 330i and I haven't done the CDV. Am I missing something here?

Also, what is the difference between modifying it and removing it altogether?

If you do this, then it will shift even better.
I'm sure you won't know until you do it.

Quote:

Originally Posted by AndreyATC

I dont see why no-CDV vs modded-CDV would make any difference if modded CDV has no internal restrictions
If inner diameter of the hose is not bigger than CDV's, then it should be ok either way

The down side of having CDV completely removed is visibility for tech guys
I have modded CDV

Just my $0.02

IMO, eliminating a CDV is better because from what I saw in the modified CDV, the hole is still smaller than the hose line.
Also, you will save the money on a decent dinner for yourself.

You are correct though. It's nice insurance for the techs.

I'm actually thinking of completely eliminating mine this weekend and I'll find out for sure if the hole is smaller than the hose line.a
In my M3, I completely eliminated it, but I wasn't so worried about the techs then.

BMW_TT · 07-30-2008, 07:18 PM

I took mine out.

mistermojorizin · 07-30-2008, 08:36 PM

do you have to bleed the clutch/breaks? that seems to make the procedure a lot more involved

harlequin314 · 07-30-2008, 08:53 PM

yes links tot he procedure

and more responses, i'd assume there are 100s of people who've done this here.

BMdblU · 07-30-2008, 09:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mistermojorizin

do you have to bleed the clutch/breaks? that seems to make the procedure a lot more involved

ya you would wanna bleed the clutch when replacing it.. don't want any air gettin in there.. not sure about removing it all together though

Mr. 5 · 07-30-2008, 10:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mistermojorizin

do you have to bleed the clutch/breaks? that seems to make the procedure a lot more involved

Yes.
Here's my belief.
When fluid comes out then air gets in.
Follow the DIY and that section.

raceyBMW · 07-30-2008, 11:33 PM

Just go to Autozone and get a bleeder, they are not too expensive and make the job quick and easy.

N54YO · 07-31-2008, 04:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by raceyBMW

Just go to Autozone and get a bleeder, they are not too expensive and make the job quick and easy.

Can you link us one? and a small diy instructions? Thanks in advance.

View Poll Results: How do you feel about getting a modded CDV
I Love it, glad I did it, wish I did it sooner	42	75.00%
Not much difference	9	16.07%
Don't like the new feel and changed it back	5	8.93%
Voters: 56. You may not vote on this poll

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harlequin314 First Lieutenant 19 Rep 328 Posts Drives: 335 Coupe Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: CA iTrader: (5)	CDV Poll Been looking into getting this done for a long time now and been following a lot of threads about it. Looks like a great product overall and makes the mt much smoother. maybe i'm paranoid about warranty issues. wanted to get a number of things by making a simple poll. some input on answer would be great. on how great your cdv change is or if it's not much of a difference, don't like the new feel. thanks!
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Mr. 5 Modder Raider 802 Rep 8,633 Posts Drives: M3 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Surf City, HB iTrader: (31) Garage List 2007 e90 335i [8.00]	It's a no brainer. Get a modified CDV or take yours out. CDVs are for people that don't know how to drive a manual. __________________ e36 M3 Coupe, e36 325i Sedan e90 335i--SOLD Best 60-130-------------9.15 Seconds------------------WWW.MR5RACING.COM
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AndreyATC Banned 104 Rep 1,828 Posts Drives: 2016 Tesla Model X P90DL Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Near NYC iTrader: (2) Garage List 2016 Tesla Model X [0.00] 2015 Tesla Model S ... [9.00]	+1 Mr 5 BTW, it was my very 1st mod
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Dubbedoutbimmer Banned 43 Rep 1,310 Posts Drives: 335XI Coupe Loaded w/body kit Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Boston iTrader: (-1)	i havent done it but deff on the list of things todo
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BMdblU Brigadier General 155 Rep 3,983 Posts Drives: F80 Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Toronto iTrader: (2)	Do it, worth while. RR CDV and weighted M knob make for the best shifts IMO
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harlequin314 First Lieutenant 19 Rep 328 Posts Drives: 335 Coupe Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: CA iTrader: (5)	thansk, this has been informative. looks like no one is against it so far. wonder what the possible drawbacks are. anyone know what the ultimate word in regards to warranty is? and looking for links to the dyi for the delete or mod. anyone know any w/ pics?
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oc24 Lieutenant Colonel 188 Rep 1,853 Posts Drives: White Lightning Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Agrestic iTrader: (2)	Maybe someone can explain this to me. I did this in my 330i and I liked it, but since I just got my 335i coupe I feel it shifts better than my 330i and I haven't done the CDV. Am I missing something here? Also, what is the difference between modifying it and removing it altogether? __________________ 2008 335i
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mistermojorizin Lieutenant Colonel 40 Rep 1,657 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (0)	do you have to bleed the clutch/breaks? that seems to make the procedure a lot more involved
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harlequin314 First Lieutenant 19 Rep 328 Posts Drives: 335 Coupe Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: CA iTrader: (5)	yes links tot he procedure and more responses, i'd assume there are 100s of people who've done this here.
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