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      01-31-2008, 09:19 PM   #1
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clutch stop FTW

so i went to Lowes and got the DIY clutch stop mod and it is awesome. I didnt think it would this much of a difference. Clutch stop+CDV delete=much faster and smoother/night and day. rev matching/heel toe is much more fun now and i will be getting a heavier shifter+SSK to make things even better. This is a must for all Z4Ms.
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Agreed; dont have the SSK, but CDV delete, Clutch Stop & ZHP Knob ftw
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so i went to Lowes and got the DIY clutch stop mod and it is awesome. I didnt think it would this much of a difference. Clutch stop+CDV delete=much faster and smoother/night and day. rev matching/heel toe is much more fun now and i will be getting a heavier shifter+SSK to make things even better. This is a must for all Z4Ms.
can't find anything about it.... where did you find the DIY?
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      02-01-2008, 09:51 AM   #4
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so far i have the CDV removed and a ZHP shift knob.. ill consider the Clutch Stop..
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I just don't press the clutch in all the way. Is this going to just make it so I can press till it hits and not have to press as far? That is what I am assuming anyway.

I need a CDV so I can do that mod, itis starting to annoy me now that I know about it
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      02-01-2008, 11:34 AM   #7
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clutch stop=stops the clutch right at the point of engagment. You got it hawkeye. I dont really know whats to consider here its practically free and it makes your car faster
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I never understood the need for a clutch stop...I guess it's good if you like kickin the clutch as hard as possible...but for day to day driving...I still prefer the full range...
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so far i have the CDV removed and a ZHP shift knob.. ill consider the Clutch Stop..
perfect! thanks.
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I never understood the need for a clutch stop...I guess it's good if you like kickin the clutch as hard as possible...but for day to day driving...I still prefer the full range...
the car already has a clutch stop its just not as big. if you get this clutch stop, it'll take you slightly past the engagement point. this allows for more accurate and quicker shifting.
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clutch stop=stops the clutch right at the point of engagment. You got it hawkeye. I dont really know whats to consider here its practically free and it makes your car faster
That is exactly what I wanted to hear. Thanks! I meant I'll do this mod, but I also need a CDV so I can do that as well.

Thanks MMMazing!
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I had a clutchstop installed on my 330ci before, and it would sometimes not want to start on the hot days (i guess the clutch stop expanded and didn't allow the clutch to press the button to tell the car the clutch is in) Fix was to open all the windows and sit for awhile and let the interior cool down. Have you guys had any similar problems with the z4m?
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I had a clutchstop installed on my 330ci before, and it would sometimes not want to start on the hot days (i guess the clutch stop expanded and didn't allow the clutch to press the button to tell the car the clutch is in) Fix was to open all the windows and sit for awhile and let the interior cool down. Have you guys had any similar problems with the z4m?
Read the post that was linked... the one on m3forums. It has a quirp about that being a common problem.
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I've had mine for a few months now, even through the heat wave in SoCal I never had a starting problem. Maybe turn it in 3/4 - 1 turn ?
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I turned mine in all the way and it has trouble starting unless I put all my weight into it, after it is started it works like a dream though. I think I am going to saw 1/8" off the end of the knob tomorrow.

I also got my stubby today! Looks amazing!
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Where i can buy the clutch stop for Z4 M?
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      03-26-2008, 04:45 PM   #18
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I think any clutch stop that fits the E46, E36 will fit the Z4 as well. You can get one from UUC Motorwerks or make your own.
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Could you, in theory, just stick the pad directly on the OEM clutch stop to make it taller?

I'm wondering what the difference in height is between the DIY stop and the OEM stop.
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A few people have done it, works as well
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      04-07-2008, 06:42 PM   #22
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i actually took my clutch stop out. Got kind of annoying in daily driving
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