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      05-13-2012, 01:23 PM   #13
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Originally Posted by shoptb View Post
One of the reasons for the notchy 1:2 shift is the CDV (Clutch Delay Valve). It makes it easier for 16-year old girls to drive a manual transmission without stalling, but it makes it notchy for everyone else. On the E9X, you can remove this CDV with a part from Bavarian Auto Sport. Does the F30 have the same CDV?
What exactly is the CDV doing? I've ordered a 6MT 328i as well, so just curious. I've only owned one MT car (my current Mazda 3), so not familiar w/ some of these things.
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