FS – Sprint Booster V2 – Auto (SBDD401A)

[Crickett]

Hey, I found another one! Auto, though, so I'mma let it go.

As Gary (WOLFN8TR) has informed us multiple times, though, the "auto" version simply boosts the throttle signal some lesser amount than the "manual" version. It will still connect & work 100% in a manual (& vice-versa).

Currently $75 on eBay, six (6) days left. Link (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Sprint-Booster-Drive-by-Wire-Enhancement-Module-for-2001-BMW-/221175425739?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item337f152acb&vxp=mtr).

From auction:

http://i.ebayimg.com/t/Sprint-Booster-Drive-by-Wire-Enhancement-Module-for-2001-BMW-/00/s/MTAwMFg3NTA=/$(KGrHqN,!rUFDfWli9PnBQ7NYHz)h!~~60_57.JPG


Up for auction out of my Automatic 2007 e60 550i which was just sold is my Sprint Booster. The item was used sparingly an removed prior to sale of vehicle...item is guaranteed to work...notice huge differences in throttle response ( check reviews an videos online ) this item gets installed easily under the gas peddle and is controlled w/ a 3 settings push button remote switch...there is a piece of black tape around switch, when removed switch opens does not affect item just wanted to make note... No returns on item nor responsible for user error, or misuse of product...please check fitment of application prior to bidding. Happy Bidding!!

Should fit the following cars as noted on website:

E46 - BMW 3 Series Coupe, Sedan, Convertible and M3 - 1999-2006, E60/E61 - BMW 5 Series and M5 - 2004-2009, E63/E64 - BMW 6 Series and M6 - 2004-2010, E65/E66/E67 - BMW 7 Series - 2002-2008, E70 - BMW X5 and X5M SAV - 2007-2013, E87/E81 - BMW 1 Series Hatchback Sedan - 2004-2010, E90/E91 - BMW 3 Series Sedan and M3 - 2006-2012, E92/E93 - BMW 3 Series Coupe and M3 - 2007-2013, , E83 - BMW X3 SAV - 2003-2010, E53 - BMW X5 SAV - 2000-2006, E85 - BMW Z4 and Z4M Roadster and Coupe - 2003-2008, E71 - BMW X6 and X6M SAV - 2008-2014, E82/E88 - BMW 1 Series Coupe & 1M - 2007-2012

[rguti153]

So the auto works for the manual but its boost lesser on throttle , or this is just for the auto that is lesser on throttle

[echo46]

What's a good price.

[johnrando]

Can't believe how many you guys are turning up. Pretty soon this will be SB central!

[WOLFN8TR]

So the auto works for the manual but its boost lesser on throttle , or this is just for the auto that is lesser on throttle

The BDD401 is suppose to be for a Manual and the BDD401A is for a Automatic BUT you can use either one apparently. My extensive research on this subject has found that one is just more sensitive than the other. Also Washburn has the BBD401A and he has a Auto but according to ECSTuning it's the Manual version and it works fine. Washburn and I looked into this in detail. We both have Auto's and his is the BDD401A (2 wire) and I have the BBD401 (4 wire) which both work on our Autos.

Read this!
Funnily enough, they are cross-suitable. The Auto version simply is less sensitive than the manual version as there is no clutch control element to help you keep it under control.
However, the manufacture recommends fitting an auto SB to a manual car for any driver who finds the manual SB on a manual car a bit too crazy.
I have done the opposite and fitted a manual SB to my auto. I am used to SB's on my BMW's so I have no issue with controlling it. Alot of people have done the same with BMW's and Mercs from whai i have seen on other forums.
I have never tried an auto SB, but from what the manufacturers themselves claim the auto version just gives less of an increase in sensitivity than the manual version. I guess this may translate to a slower reaction. What I do know is that the SB is quite a simple device, and so it is very hard to imagine it being "clever" enough to do anything other than alter the response time of the throttle.
It doesn't stop the box from changing at its set point, but as you know, our autos change later in the rev range the harder you are accelerating. So if you keep a light foot you will shift early and if you press hard you will change later. The SB doesn't change this (it can't) but as you are more likely to be under harder acceleration for less pedal travel with the SB, you will notice your shifts do come in later.




Crickett you beat me to it. Nice find!

[Torxuvin]

I'll bid next week when it's closer.