[nyc2sd30]

I was watching this video about the performance steering which was getting me all pumped and ready to pull the trigger but had two real quick questions for those that have it.

Is there anyway to shut the LED shift lights completely off? Also, do they dim along with the rest of the instrument cluster at night. Let's just put it this way. I don't need another excuse for the cops in my neighborhood to bug me…LOL

[Datsik]

Call me crazy, but if you don't want to use the leds then whats the point in the performance steering wheel in the first place.

[nyc2sd30]

Originally Posted by Datsik 335

Call me crazy, but if you don't want to use the leds then whats the point in the performance steering wheel in the first place.

Agreed, but I am talking at night when Mr 5-0 pulls up next to me. Don't need any excuse to attract more of his attention.

[Dark_Knight_335]

It's OEM equipment. If it wasn't "street legal" pretty sure BMW wouldn't approve it for use with their cars.
Maybe refrain from whatever other activities that cause said undesired popo attention in the first place? Are you one of those fellas sporting red or blue angels?

[CombatNinja]

You can drive around with the electronic displays off. Those little hidden buttons at the 10 and 2 o'clock are what turn it on and off. As for the dimming, I dunno I kind of doubt that it dims but if the factory lighted portions of the stock wheel dim then maybe this one does to.

[Datsik]

Originally Posted by CombatNinja

You can drive around with the electronic displays off. Those little hidden buttons at the 10 and 2 o'clock are what turn it on and off. As for the dimming, I dunno I kind of doubt that it dims but if the factory lighted portions of the stock wheel dim then maybe this one does to.

I though that those 2 two buttons were used to set the rev limiter, I could be wrong though.

[CombatNinja]

You definitely turn the wheel on from those buttons. Watch any demo video. I think the Performance wheel is a novelty that would get old real quick. Do you really need a bunch of hysterical lights telling you when to shift?

[kdbryce]

i doubt a cop will give you much trouble for having lights on your steering wheel. all of our steering wheels have LED controls for audio/phone etc anyway

[canusaybimmy]

Originally Posted by kbryce

i doubt a cop will give you much trouble for having lights on your steering wheel. all of our steering wheels have LED controls for audio/phone etc anyway

+1

[AzureHaze]

Don't think you really need the m-performance upgrade unless you're on the tracks often, which can be beneficial. Ever cleaned and maintained alcantara? Not fun.

Wanna get a worthwhile upgrade? Get an m-sport steering wheel. Best mod I ever did!

[Richurd]

The wheel can be dimmed, it's in the options for it. If you don't want the LED flashing on revs, you can set it higher than what the car's RPM red line at. When you're pulled over, only the small LED window is on, it's not bright, second it turns off after a bit. The LED for revs will go away after 5 seconds also if no action is taken.

[nyc2sd30]

Originally Posted by Richurd

The wheel can be dimmed, it's in the options for it. If you don't want the LED flashing on revs, you can set it higher than what the car's RPM red line at. When you're pulled over, only the small LED window is on, it's not bright, second it turns off after a bit. The LED for revs will go away after 5 seconds also if no action is taken.

Thanks Richurd: That's exactly the info I was looking for. I'm not worried about the legality of the wheel. The cops in my neighborhood are ticket happy and will use whatever "probably cause" to pull you over, especially at night. Aside from some angel eyes my car looks pretty stock from the outside. I once had a caffeine free coke can in my cup holder (the gold can) I got pulled over when a motorcycle cop came up next to me and thought it was a can of beer (REALLY !)

[nyc2sd30]

Originally Posted by AzureHaze

Don't think you really need the m-performance upgrade unless you're on the tracks often, which can be beneficial. Ever cleaned and maintained alcantara? Not fun.

Wanna get a worthwhile upgrade? Get an m-sport steering wheel. Best mod I ever did!

I already have the M-Sport steering wheel. Hey.. we never really "need" any mod… but it looks cool as hell

[AzureHaze]

Originally Posted by nyc2sd30

I already have the M-Sport steering wheel. Hey.. we never really "need" any mod… but it looks cool as hell

True dat! Did your car come with the m-sport or did you just swap it? Curious because your profile only read "sport."

[jmftexas]

Originally Posted by AzureHaze

True dat! Did your car come with the m-sport or did you just swap it? Curious because your profile only read "sport."

Can you confirm something for me? Is there actually difference (other than the perforations) between the M-sport wheel and the regular sports wheel? Is the M-sport / M3 wheel appreciably fatter etc?

[AzureHaze]

Originally Posted by jmftexas

Can you confirm something for me? Is there actually difference (other than the perforations) between the M-sport wheel and the regular sports wheel? Is the M-sport / M3 wheel appreciably fatter etc?

Yes, it is noticeably fatter and I can tell you firsthand that it feels incredible! Search some of the old threads who made the conversion and you will not see a single regret.

Some say there is a slight difference in size between the m-sport and //m steering wheel but I just think the difference between the two is the perforation on the m-sport and stitching on the //m.