BMS Clutch Stop Install...I'm embarrassed

[///MB ///M3]

So over the weekend I received my BMS Clutch Stop. I've heard nothing but good things about this product and it's ease of install. I simply removed the OEM clutch stop with my fingers but for the life of me , I couldn't install the part. Did any of you have trouble inserting the part in the clutch stop hole (insert joke)? The BMS Clutch stop seemed way too girthy and it wouldn't fit in the hole (insert joke).

It was my lowest mod install moment. I just felt like a moron. Something that seemed so easy, gave me such a hard time (insert joke) I bent it all up trying to insert it in the hole (insert joke) and I'm going to buy another part and try this again. One more time...with feeling

https://burgertuning.com/products/bm...06-mini-cooper

[9M71]

nsfw!!!

I got it maybe 1/4 way in and used the clutch pedal to get it the rest of the way.

[irunalot]

LOL I have one of those sitting on my night stand waiting for me to install it. Hope its that much of a pain.

[TopJimmy]

Out of the box fitment can be too tight (did a guy say that?). For our M2/3/4 trim as shown in the pic. Cut off the tip a few "branches" down the tree, then trim a few branches off so you can insert it easier. Then a gentle press of the clutch will seat it right. Use all 4 spacers (I took one off and still have a little gap).

[///MB ///M3]

Originally Posted by TopJimmy

Out of the box fitment can be too tight (did a guy say that?). For our M2/3/4 trim as shown in the pic. Cut off the tip a few "branches" down the tree, then trim a few branches off so you can insert it easier. Then a gentle press of the clutch will seat it right. Use all 4 spacers (I took one off and still have a little gap).

No wonder why your the "top jimmy" Great advice! I will give that a try!

[EricP3]

OP I had this exact same problem and didn't make a post about it because I thought I was just an idiot. I pushed on the thing so hard that my thumbs were sore and it actually bent the plastic so much that it was too flimsy to go in. I ended up using a knife to trim down the plastic enough to get it to fit.

[///MB ///M3]

Originally Posted by EricP3

OP I had this exact same problem and didn't make a post about it because I thought I was just an idiot. I pushed on the thing so hard that my thumbs were sore and it actually bent the plastic so much that it was too flimsy to go in. I ended up using a knife to trim down the plastic enough to get it to fit.

Sometimes I get so pissed when something doesn't work right out of the box as it should, I let the anger get in the way of trying to improvise. I should've known better as this part is universal for many makes and models. Sometimes it's best to walk away and come back with a clear mind. Luckily it's just a $10 part and I'll be back to modify and install it properly, thanks to my Bimmerpost fam!

Matt

[EricP3]

I watched Tommy's video at least 6 times and still was confused.

His seems to go in so easy lol

[///MB ///M3]

Originally Posted by EricP3

I watched Tommy's video at least 6 times and still was confused.

His seems to go in so easy lol

Hahaha!!! Watching these videos made it look so easy. I must've watched 3-4 other videos including TLG's and that's what made me go insane and the F bombs started dropping. The wife had to check on me a few times and make sure I was OK.

[icegrill]

Originally Posted by ///MB ///M3

Sometimes I get so pissed when something doesn't work right out of the box as it should, I let the anger get in the way of trying to improvise. I should've known better as this part is universal for many makes and models. Sometimes it's best to walk away and come back with a clear mind. Luckily it's just a $10 part and I'll be back to modify and install it properly, thanks to my Bimmerpost fam!

Matt

I'm glad you didn't take a drill and drill out the floor to make it fit🤣😭 We've all been there!

[Ray Khan]

OP, I’ve definitely been there. Glad it worked out. I broke the electrical connector for the MAF sensor installing my BMC filters when the car had 1,000 miles. Had some choice words in the garage that day.

How do you like the clutch stop? I bought one but haven’t tried it yet.

[The_Werm]

I feel like when I did this it was easy to try and insert into the wrong hole.

[deemack79]

I opted for this one because of the metal shims. Over 3000 sold. Install was a breeze.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/F80-F82-E9X....m46890.l49292

[///MB ///M3]

Originally Posted by Ray Khan

OP, I've definitely been there. Glad it worked out. I broke the electrical connector for the MAF sensor installing my BMC filters when the car had 1,000 miles. Had some choice words in the garage that day.

How do you like the clutch stop? I bought one but haven't tried it yet.

I mangled the part beyond repair trying to install it so I just ordered another and will let you know my thoughts after I (hopefully) install the new part correctly. Everything I read about it seems to be positive and completely changes the way the clutch engages. It minimizes clutch pedal travel and the dead space for a better overall feel, so I'm excited to give it a try.

[EricP3]

It's definitely worth it, I think I took one spacer off so I'm running with 3. It seems small but it changes the feel of the clutch pretty dramatically. Clutch engages much quicker now.

[irunalot]

Going to try and install today, hopefully I don't end up throwing tools out of frustration.

[///MB ///M3]

Just installed it today and took the advice of topjimmy, worked like a charm and oh my what a difference! I left all the spacers in and like how it feels so far. Takes off the line much smoother and my 1-2 shift is butter! I find that when I drove it hard, I never had trouble with the 1-2 shift, it shifted nicely because the car is intended to be driven that way but when I wanted to take it easy, it was always difficult to get a smooth 1-2 shift. This simply gets rid of the jerky-ness. Best $10 mod! Hopefully this thread helps others who struggled to install the clutch stop like I did the 1st time.

[marauder1]

Thanks for this post. Reminds me to pull this off my old car before I trade it in to put on the M.

[MDOC]

Gotta love all the "easy install" posts we see on here for various mods e.g. "black out" grilles, clutch stop, etc. that in reality are a royal PITA. Glad to see some real life stories about the true difficulty factor.

[irunalot]

I let me shop install it for me when I took it on for the Auto Solutions shifter. Happily they did not charge me

[YRAGAEL]

I drilled the hole out slightly to get the BMS clutch stop to fit. This, combined with eliminating the clutch delay valve (swapped in an E90 slave cylinder) made the clutch feel, and work, much better.

[Soul Coughing]

I also had the same issue and ended up cutting up some of the 'branches' like the OP, then used the clutch pedal to seat it correctly. I'd imagine they are using the exact same plastic piece for lots of different cars! I'm glad it wasn't just me too, lol.