♦ Sonic MS | Verstraβe Aluminum Extended DCT Shifter Paddles - Page 6

03BeastCharmer · 09-26-2012, 10:37 PM

Sorry for poorly describing, but I was talking about the flat surfaces that looked like they have been raked/brushed to create the grooves. I was wondering if that maintains it's "brushed" finish with extended use.

Autobahn335i · 09-27-2012, 06:46 AM

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Originally Posted by 03BeastCharmer

Sorry for poorly describing, but I was talking about the flat surfaces that looked like they have been raked/brushed to create the grooves. I was wondering if that maintains it's "brushed" finish with extended use.

Actually, you never touch the front (driver-facing) side of the paddles. Your fingers only touch the backside to pull them towards you and engage the shift. So it's really not an issue

lorinzo · 11-13-2012, 06:14 PM

I was stumped about this for a bit as well when I did my install.

I was able to find the holes by feeling around the area.... small soft spots in the back of the steering wheel. Press a little and can see the slit to insert screw driver.

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Originally Posted by Dellort_M3

I had the same problem. It took me 20 mins. You have to feel around for the slits. They are covered under the material around the wheel. You actually have to puncture through the material with your screwdriver to pop off the airbag. Heres an attached pic of your pic, Ive circled the slit. Its that dimple there. Just close your eyes and believe me its behind there.

surlynkid · 12-09-2012, 08:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Cal@Sonic MS

Detailed DIY / Instructions:

i am struggling to see exactly where to push to release this clip with the gray wire. somehow i got lucky on the + shifter paddle, and it came undone. i cannot get the wire harness off for the - shifter paddle. i had to put it all back together with a nice upshift paddle and an OEM downshift paddle. i want to get back in there, but i just don't see how to release that clip. any tips are appreciated.

phrozen06 · 12-09-2012, 11:31 AM

gr8 thread

lorinzo · 12-09-2012, 11:33 PM

I had trouble disconnecting the wires so I left them attached. Makes for a tight work place but was able to complete the install.

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Originally Posted by surlynkid

i am struggling to see exactly where to push to release this clip with the gray wire. somehow i got lucky on the + shifter paddle, and it came undone. i cannot get the wire harness off for the - shifter paddle. i had to put it all back together with a nice upshift paddle and an OEM downshift paddle. i want to get back in there, but i just don't see how to release that clip. any tips are appreciated.

surlynkid · 12-10-2012, 10:34 AM

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Originally Posted by lorinzo

I had trouble disconnecting the wires so I left them attached. Makes for a tight work place but was able to complete the install.

i was considering that option. since i did the other one on the bench, i know what i need to do and think I can get away with that.

Cal@Sonic MS · 01-04-2013, 02:19 PM

V2.0 still in progress...depending on how many people can bug Darwin...

AV9 · 01-16-2013, 03:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Cal@Sonic MS

V2.0 still in progress...depending on how many people can bug Darwin...

what would be the difference?

rantarM3 · 02-01-2013, 03:00 PM

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Originally Posted by surlynkid

i am struggling to see exactly where to push to release this clip with the gray wire. somehow i got lucky on the + shifter paddle, and it came undone. i cannot get the wire harness off for the - shifter paddle. i had to put it all back together with a nice upshift paddle and an OEM downshift paddle. i want to get back in there, but i just don't see how to release that clip. any tips are appreciated.

This was the hardest part for the install for me. I tried and tried and could not get the clips undone. Then I put on a rubber glove (the yellow kind used to wash dishes), took hold of the clip, and wiggled slightly as I pulled with some force. The glove gave me the necessary grip to undo the plugs.

By the way, these paddles are great!

dustman · 02-06-2013, 10:48 AM

What's his email so we can bug him, and what wil 2.0 offer?

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Originally Posted by Cal@Sonic MS

V2.0 still in progress...depending on how many people can bug Darwin...

Cal@Sonic MS · 02-06-2013, 01:06 PM

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Originally Posted by dustman

What's his email so we can bug him, and what wil 2.0 offer?

His email is darwin@sonicms.net, v2.0 would offer a revised design...but no added functionality.

KSF · 02-20-2013, 01:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Cal@Sonic MS

Another install - another happy customer!

So this does work on a non m3 ?..

Cal@Sonic MS · 02-21-2013, 01:13 PM

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Originally Posted by KSF

So this does work on a non m3 ?..

Yes provided you have a M3 steering wheel installed...

Autobahn335i · 04-09-2013, 05:02 AM

Any updates on the v2.0 design?

Cal@Sonic MS · 04-09-2013, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Autobahn335i

Any updates on the v2.0 design?

To be honest at this juncture I don't believe we'll release a v2.0 design.

tmntmn · 04-09-2013, 03:36 PM

one of the best and cleanness looking paddles

ChrisK · 04-14-2013, 09:50 AM

I just ordered a set in Gunmetal

tmntmn · 04-16-2013, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by ChrisK

I just ordered a set in Gunmetal

You'll love it! perfect match with PSW

ChrisK · 04-21-2013, 09:07 PM

I installed these, and all I can say is perfect!

No need for version 2.0 of these extended paddles. The Gunmetal is perfect, the paddles don't stick out as do the oem silver. I was hesitant at first given the cutouts on the paddles, but they feel lighter and more easily engaged.

I recommend these 100%!!

Word of advice, don't forget to plug in the airbag cable before re-connecting your battery - now I need to have the airbag warning code cleared. My fault.

09-26-2012, 10:37 PM	#111
03BeastCharmer Major Drives: 03 M5, '13, 88 & 97 M3 Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Houston Posts: 1,313 iTrader: (2)	Sorry for poorly describing, but I was talking about the flat surfaces that looked like they have been raked/brushed to create the grooves. I was wondering if that maintains it's "brushed" finish with extended use. Attached Images __________________ Current: '13 E92 M3 Euro Delivery 9/4 Wife's: E39 M5, E36 M3, E30 M3 Gone: E86 M Coupe

12-09-2012, 11:31 AM	#115
phrozen06 NA V8 Drives: 01 330ci, 08 E92 M3 DCT Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: 39°27'33"N 77°58'04"W W. Virgina, Kansas Posts: 1,086 iTrader: (1)	gr8 thread __________________ M3 DCT/Swift Spec R Springs/Macht Schnell Spacers/Megan Exhaust/Coming Soon: Test Pipes and BPM Stg 2 Tune People Who Say It Can't Be Done Should Not Interrupt Those Who Are Doing It

04-09-2013, 05:02 AM	#125
Autobahn335i Major Drives: E92 335i Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Luxembourg Posts: 1,357 iTrader: (4)	Any updates on the v2.0 design? __________________ E92 335i SB / Black Leather / 6AT / Navi Prof / Sunroof / Active Steering Mods: Performance Seats / Performance Exhaust / RB Turbos / Brembo GT BBK 355/345 / Forge FMIC / QUAIFE LSD / Bilstein PSS10 / M3 Suspension Parts / Vorshlag Camberplates / RE Toe Links / LeatherZ Gauges / Extended M3 DCT Paddles / ER Sports OC / AR OC / Aux Radiator / AR DPs / Alpina TCU Flash / COBB Pro-Tune Next: Transmission cooler / M3 CF Roof

04-09-2013, 03:36 PM	#127
tmntmn Major Drives: e92 M3/M-DCT Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Bay Area Posts: 1,472 iTrader: (5)	one of the best and cleanness looking paddles __________________ THANKS TO:~<SONICMS>~ ~<MODECARBON>~ ~<McKenna Performance>~ MODS: MODE CARBON GTS FRONT LIP & REAR DIFFUSER, RPI SCOOPS, PERFORMANCE STEERING WHEEL, BLACK ANODIZE Verstraβe Extended DCT Shifter, ZCP WHEELS (POWDER COATED), GLOSS BLACK KIDNEY GRILLS/VENTS/SIDE GRILLS, LCI TAIL LAMPS, LUX 3.0 H8, MTECH 6K D1S, KW SLEEVES, Megan Exhaust, ACM TP, BMS FIX, BMW LED INTERRIOR

04-14-2013, 09:50 AM	#128
ChrisK Brigadier General Drives: 2011 E92 M3 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: IL Posts: 4,628 iTrader: (4)	I just ordered a set in Gunmetal __________________ 2011 E92 M3: AW/BLK • DCT Europäische Lieferung am 6. August 2010

01-04-2013, 02:19 PM	#118
Cal@Sonic MS BimmerPost Supporting Vendor Drives: E39 M5 & E28 528e Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Mountain View, CA Posts: 4,584 iTrader: (2)	V2.0 still in progress...depending on how many people can bug Darwin...

04-21-2013, 09:07 PM	#130
ChrisK Brigadier General Drives: 2011 E92 M3 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: IL Posts: 4,628 iTrader: (4)	I installed these, and all I can say is perfect! No need for version 2.0 of these extended paddles. The Gunmetal is perfect, the paddles don't stick out as do the oem silver. I was hesitant at first given the cutouts on the paddles, but they feel lighter and more easily engaged. I recommend these 100%!! Word of advice, don't forget to plug in the airbag cable before re-connecting your battery - now I need to have the airbag warning code cleared. My fault. __________________ 2011 E92 M3: AW/BLK • DCT Europäische Lieferung am 6. August 2010

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