UUC Mounts Worth It!

3002 tii · 08-14-2010, 10:03 PM

Just installed UUC Transmission Mounts, option 1 w/o the enforcers. From what I've read, the option 2 / red mounts actually cause increased vibration which is not what I wanted. I'd say if your car is mostly street with occasional track or autocross, definitely go with black. You can't tell it's there but shifts are much more precise! In fact, when I shifted to 5th, the throw was so quick I thought I might've misshifted to 3rd but sure enough, it was in 5th. I was concerned of the potential additional notchiness but it's barely noticeable. If anything the notchiness is almost a good thing b/c the shifts are so accurate.

UUC Mount + ZHP knob + CDV = perfect shifts without $$$ of SSK

chickdr · 08-15-2010, 11:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Dubbedown

Just installed UUC Transmission Mounts, option 1 w/o the enforcers. From what I've read, the option 2 / red mounts actually cause increased vibration which is not what I wanted. I'd say if your car is mostly street with occasional track or autocross, definitely go with black. You can't tell it's there but shifts are much more precise! In fact, when I shifted to 5th, the throw was so quick I thought I might've misshifted to 3rd but sure enough, it was in 5th. I was concerned of the potential additional notchiness but it's barely noticeable. If anything the notchiness is almost a good thing b/c the shifts are so accurate.

UUC Mount + ZHP knob + CDV = perfect shifts without $$$ of SSK

I feel the same way. Had the black mounts(no enforcing cups) put in a week ago. They do seem to make shifting easier(smoother). I notice a bit of vibration from a start, but it is not a problem. The benefits outweigh the debits IMO.

ZStig · 08-15-2010, 12:05 PM

the shifts on the M are short enough, just needs mods to make it less rubbery and more precise

thekurgan · 08-15-2010, 12:57 PM

Agree with all above, the shifts have "lightened" up a bit. I've also noticed that snicking into 1st is also a breeze. I have the Rogue mounts, but I think the UuC black and RE are both neoprene composite material; I don't notice any added NVH, definitely a worthy and minimal investment.

RBull · 08-15-2010, 01:17 PM

Just received mine. I'll be putting them on in another couple of weeks along with the synchromax trans fluid and the stainless brake lines I just ordered.

Finnegan · 08-15-2010, 01:34 PM

I think this one goes on the "must have" mod list from the positive feedback we're seeing. (Black neoprene version....)

We've got ours, just haven't had time to get them installed. Hopefully this week!

chickdr · 08-16-2010, 07:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Roffle Waffle

the shifts on the M are short enough, just needs mods to make it less rubbery and more precise

That is exactly what these mounts do. Much less rubbery now. You should give them a try. For $35, not much to lose.

a_riddler · 08-16-2010, 08:16 PM

Any one gotten the enforcer cups? Curious if that puts the ride quality between option 1 (without enforcer cups) and option 2 (red ones).

3002 tii · 08-16-2010, 08:19 PM

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Originally Posted by a_riddler

Any one gotten the enforcer cups? Curious if that puts the ride quality between option 1 (without enforcer cups) and option 2 (red ones).

I had same concerns but always read how option 1 w/o TME was great for just daily driving. I know if you do the install correctly, the TMEs should not cause increased vibration but it must be more finicky b/c I read others who experienced more noise/vibration so I played it safe and went without.

Caddyshk · 08-16-2010, 08:42 PM

RE's will go on next week along with Royal Purple - The car has always had problems under braking load, even with rev matching getting from third to second at our local track.

esqu1re · 08-16-2010, 10:35 PM

I'll put in my uuc with enforcer cups this week and report!

franco209 · 08-17-2010, 09:14 AM

I had the black mount and enforcer cups in my E46 330i, the tranny sound and vibration was very noticeable. I need to take the cup out.

Got the same setting in my Z4MC, the different (sound / vibration) with or without the enforcer cups is not big. Put I feel the shifting is more sharp with the cup.

FYI, I am also using the UUC RK2 knob in my Z4MC.

dekaliber · 08-17-2010, 09:47 AM

Just ordered the black UUC mounts (no cups) last night. How long did it take you guys to get yours? I'm going to have to get under the car to replace the under-engine cover so I'm hoping to just install these mounts while I'm at it.

franco209 · 08-17-2010, 10:23 AM

I got the mounts two week ago, they took a week to get to me. Under-engine cover broken?

esqu1re · 08-17-2010, 11:32 AM

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Originally Posted by franco209

I had the black mount and enforcer cups in my E46 330i, the tranny sound and vibration was very noticeable. I need to take the cup out.

Got the same setting in my Z4MC, the different (sound / vibration) with or without the enforcer cups is not big. Put I feel the shifting is more sharp with the cup.

FYI, I am also using the UUC RK2 knob in my Z4MC.

I read that you should only torque to 19 lb/ft. Over-torquing will result in more vibration.

thekurgan · 08-17-2010, 12:16 PM

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Originally Posted by esqu1re

I read that you should only torque to 19 lb/ft. Over-torquing will result in more vibration.

Could also be the increased surface area of the TME is transmitting much more into the chassis. I would be curious to know if the vibration from the neoprene + TME > UUC urethane no TME ... so far, the RE neoprene have been flawless, I notice nothing but precise shifts.

dekaliber · 08-17-2010, 01:21 PM

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Originally Posted by franco209

I got the mounts two week ago, they took a week to get to me. Under-engine cover broken?

Cool. Actually, just got a shipping notification from them so hopefully it'll arrive by this weekend. I'm in their "3 day" shipping range.

Previous owner must have run over something because the passenger side of the plastic cover under the engine has a hole from some sort of abrasion. That along with some damage to the passenger side brake duct were the only things the PPI uncovered a couple of months ago, so I've been meaning to fix it. None of this was visible, but I'm trying to get the car as perfect as I can.

Caddyshk · 08-17-2010, 07:39 PM

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Originally Posted by thekurgan

... so far, the RE neoprene have been flawless, I notice nothing but precise shifts.

Good to know!

The__J__Factor · 08-17-2010, 07:57 PM

Cool - will have to order some next month and maybe finally do the cdv delete.

jbh · 08-17-2010, 08:47 PM

I have the uuc with the cups, no real difference in vibration or noise over stock.

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thekurgan Bad Lieutenant 233 Rep 3,517 Posts Drives: E90M3 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Sacramento iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW M3 [0.00]	Agree with all above, the shifts have "lightened" up a bit. I've also noticed that snicking into 1st is also a breeze. I have the Rogue mounts, but I think the UuC black and RE are both neoprene composite material; I don't notice any added NVH, definitely a worthy and minimal investment. __________________ 02 E39M5 \| TiAg/Schwartz \| Tubi Rumore \| Ultimate Ti Pedals \| E60 SSK \| Jim Blanton 3.45 40/100% \| Coby Alcantara \| StrongStrut STB
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franco209 Private First Class 12 Rep 167 Posts Drives: 2010 M3 Coupe Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Charlotte, NC iTrader: (7)	I had the black mount and enforcer cups in my E46 330i, the tranny sound and vibration was very noticeable. I need to take the cup out. Got the same setting in my Z4MC, the different (sound / vibration) with or without the enforcer cups is not big. Put I feel the shifting is more sharp with the cup. FYI, I am also using the UUC RK2 knob in my Z4MC.
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dekaliber Major 75 Rep 1,143 Posts Drives: '07 Z4MC, '11 JCW, '18 Z06 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (1)	Just ordered the black UUC mounts (no cups) last night. How long did it take you guys to get yours? I'm going to have to get under the car to replace the under-engine cover so I'm hoping to just install these mounts while I'm at it.
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franco209 Private First Class 12 Rep 167 Posts Drives: 2010 M3 Coupe Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Charlotte, NC iTrader: (7)	I got the mounts two week ago, they took a week to get to me. Under-engine cover broken?
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