Drove a 335. Mixed feelings but not ready to trade in the TL.... continued
#41
Nice!
I'm sure you'll get it done! I friend of mine built a stage car a few years ago. Close to 1100 horsepower. Always nice seeing them quietly pulling up to the tree with barely a whisper and then destroying some cammed out big block.
srika:
Thanks! They are a lot of fun.
This is my '86. Purchased new and fanatically maintained. Now has slightly over 10 000 miles.
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Terry
I'm sure you'll get it done! I friend of mine built a stage car a few years ago. Close to 1100 horsepower. Always nice seeing them quietly pulling up to the tree with barely a whisper and then destroying some cammed out big block.
srika:
Thanks! They are a lot of fun.
This is my '86. Purchased new and fanatically maintained. Now has slightly over 10 000 miles.
![](http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b107/teranfon/P1010335.jpg)
Terry
#43
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Originally Posted by teranfon
Nice!
I'm sure you'll get it done! I friend of mine built a stage car a few years ago. Close to 1100 horsepower. Always nice seeing them quietly pulling up to the tree with barely a whisper and then destroying some cammed out big block.
srika:
Thanks! They are a lot of fun.
This is my '86. Purchased new and fanatically maintained. Now has slightly over 10 000 miles.
![](http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b107/teranfon/P1010335.jpg)
Terry
I'm sure you'll get it done! I friend of mine built a stage car a few years ago. Close to 1100 horsepower. Always nice seeing them quietly pulling up to the tree with barely a whisper and then destroying some cammed out big block.
srika:
Thanks! They are a lot of fun.
This is my '86. Purchased new and fanatically maintained. Now has slightly over 10 000 miles.
![](http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b107/teranfon/P1010335.jpg)
Terry
![Smile](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
On mine, I'm thinking of transferring the powertrain and suspension over to a nicer GN minus the 84 parts of course. It might be cheaper than trying to fix mine.
#44
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Originally Posted by nbennettksu
negative, the M3's getting the good ole' 6-spd tranny or a now no-cost-option of SMG4. I say no-cost-option because on the E46 M3 the SMG2 was a $2600 option!!
SMG4? You sure you arent confusing it with DCT? Thats what BMW will be putting into the new M3, not SMG.
Unless the info changed since i heard last.
#45
Originally Posted by I hate cars
I'm jealous of you guys that can afford the super nice low mileage cars. I'm assuming all stock?? On one hand I want one but on the other I would feel guilty driving them and drive them I would. ![Smile](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
On mine, I'm thinking of transferring the powertrain and suspension over to a nicer GN minus the 84 parts of course. It might be cheaper than trying to fix mine.
![Smile](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
On mine, I'm thinking of transferring the powertrain and suspension over to a nicer GN minus the 84 parts of course. It might be cheaper than trying to fix mine.
Transferring the goodies to another platform may be a consideration. Still, your car certainly looks like a car that is basically sound and can be repaired.
Terry
#46
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Originally Posted by teranfon
This is my '86. Purchased new and fanatically maintained. Now has slightly over 10 000 miles.
![omg](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/omg.gif)
WOW
#47
Never knew what happened to your GN, ouch.
Thieves are scum.
I want to test drive the 335i too but I don't know anyone who has one well enough to drive it, nor do I think any salespeople will treat me with respect if I show up at the dealer for a test drive. Wouldn't bother trying it if it didn't come with a clutch pedal though.
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I want to test drive the 335i too but I don't know anyone who has one well enough to drive it, nor do I think any salespeople will treat me with respect if I show up at the dealer for a test drive. Wouldn't bother trying it if it didn't come with a clutch pedal though.
#48
Originally Posted by I Go To Costco
Never knew what happened to your GN, ouch.
Thieves are scum.
I want to test drive the 335i too but I don't know anyone who has one well enough to drive it, nor do I think any salespeople will treat me with respect if I show up at the dealer for a test drive. Wouldn't bother trying it if it didn't come with a clutch pedal though.
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I want to test drive the 335i too but I don't know anyone who has one well enough to drive it, nor do I think any salespeople will treat me with respect if I show up at the dealer for a test drive. Wouldn't bother trying it if it didn't come with a clutch pedal though.
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#49
Originally Posted by I hate cars
Interesting. When I hit it, it would take off and then a second later the power would come in. I'm going for another test drive tomorrow so hopefully I'll have something positive to report back.
#51
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Originally Posted by Crazy Sellout
SMG4? You sure you arent confusing it with DCT? Thats what BMW will be putting into the new M3, not SMG.
Unless the info changed since i heard last.
Unless the info changed since i heard last.
#52
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http://www.autoblog.com/2007/12/07/d...for-bmws-335i/
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Dinan, renowned tuners of all things from the propeller people, have finally decided to offer an ECU upgrade for owners of BMW's delectable 335i. The reflashed upgrade necessitates the installation of either BMW's or Dinan's oil cooler, but once the Bimmer's brain is reprogrammed, throttle response is sharpened, the top-speed governor is removed and power levels jump to 384 hp at 5,700 rpm and a kidney pummeling 421 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,300 rpm.
While other companies have been at it for a while (ahem, Vishnu), the Dinan crew is able to offer something that other tuners haven't: a warranty that coincides with BMW's own. The cost, however, is steep, coming in at $1,999 for the reflash alone. Piece of mind – and tuning products for BMWs overall – doesn't come cheap, but for those who want to extract the twin-turbo'd inline-six's full potential, this may be one of the best mods to date.
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![](http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2007/12/335i_450-op.jpg)
Dinan, renowned tuners of all things from the propeller people, have finally decided to offer an ECU upgrade for owners of BMW's delectable 335i. The reflashed upgrade necessitates the installation of either BMW's or Dinan's oil cooler, but once the Bimmer's brain is reprogrammed, throttle response is sharpened, the top-speed governor is removed and power levels jump to 384 hp at 5,700 rpm and a kidney pummeling 421 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,300 rpm.
While other companies have been at it for a while (ahem, Vishnu), the Dinan crew is able to offer something that other tuners haven't: a warranty that coincides with BMW's own. The cost, however, is steep, coming in at $1,999 for the reflash alone. Piece of mind – and tuning products for BMWs overall – doesn't come cheap, but for those who want to extract the twin-turbo'd inline-six's full potential, this may be one of the best mods to date.
#55
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Originally Posted by Crazy Sellout
#57
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That is amazing even for a turbo car! 84hp and 121lbs would surely be something you could feel.... I'm assuming this is a 91 octane program, right?
I can only think that BMW has a very conservative factory tune.
I can only think that BMW has a very conservative factory tune.
#58
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$1,999 aint expensive for a Dinan upgrade that gives you those results, IMO. Very nice!
#59
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Originally Posted by srika
$1,999 aint expensive for a Dinan upgrade that gives you those results, IMO. Very nice!
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its too bad BMW won't work with other companies in providing warranty...look at the 380-400HP tab on the left side: http://www.vishnutuning.com/bmw_335i.htm
and then go watch this
http://youtube.com/watch?v=45mCxKqx204
thats just the V1 on the 335i (4door)...not even the V3 package vs an E39 M5... its takes that M5 until 250km to catch him from an even start...
and then go watch this
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thats just the V1 on the 335i (4door)...not even the V3 package vs an E39 M5... its takes that M5 until 250km to catch him from an even start...
#61
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Originally Posted by I hate cars
I agree and I know there's a lot of R&D but it does seem like they're charging per hp gained rather than for the mod itself. I'm pretty sure all they have to do is plug in to the stock computer and download the program or soldier a chip in. I miss the old days when I could order a chip for $35 and add the same hp (on race gas) for 5 minutes work.
#62
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Originally Posted by nbennettksu
its too bad BMW won't work with other companies in providing warranty...look at the 380-400HP tab on the left side: http://www.vishnutuning.com/bmw_335i.htm
and then go watch this
http://youtube.com/watch?v=45mCxKqx204
thats just the V1 on the 335i (4door)...not even the V3 package vs an E39 M5... its takes that M5 until 250km to catch him from an even start...
and then go watch this
![Big Grin](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/biggrin.gif)
thats just the V1 on the 335i (4door)...not even the V3 package vs an E39 M5... its takes that M5 until 250km to catch him from an even start...
#64
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Originally Posted by srika
$1,999 aint expensive for a Dinan upgrade that gives you those results, IMO. Very nice!
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Cool I also heard that a chip+exhaust can make the 335i have 420hp. Lol is that true, and if so then the 335i is one of the best deals around.
#66
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Originally Posted by nbennettksu
^ man I think it makes the M5 look slow...
you got to remember, 335 runs almost identical to the E46 M3, E46 is significantly slower than the E39 M5
you got to remember, 335 runs almost identical to the E46 M3, E46 is significantly slower than the E39 M5
#67
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Originally Posted by srika
$1,999 aint expensive for a Dinan upgrade that gives you those results, IMO. Very nice!
Werd, Comptech's supercharger didn't even give those results and is 1/3 more the cost.
#69
Originally Posted by cTLgo
Werd, Comptech's supercharger didn't even give those results and is 1/3 more the cost.
Last edited by FiveLiterCheater; 12-09-2007 at 10:08 AM.
#70
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Originally Posted by srika
E46 M3 is not "significantly" slower than the E39 M5.
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02 M3 0-60 4.7, 1/4 13.4
02 M5 0-60 4.8, 1/4 13.3
Sounds like drivers race to me
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Originally Posted by JJaber06
Thats kind of wierd, didn't they say the new E92 M3 goes 0-60 in 4.8?
A test drive of the 335 is on my list too, as I will need to either get a new car or buy my TL off the lease next summer.
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Originally Posted by JJaber06
Thats kind of wierd, didn't they say the new E92 M3 goes 0-60 in 4.8?
Btw, can you send me the link about the Hondata reflash program which gives 60whp for the SC?
Nevermind, found it!
https://acurazine.com/forums/showthr...9&page=1&pp=25
Last edited by iforyou; 12-09-2007 at 12:14 PM.
#74
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Originally Posted by srika
remember you are keeping your factory warranty. that is huge on a bimmer.
#75
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Originally Posted by Crazy Sellout
#76
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Originally Posted by mclarenf3387
Your not keeping your factory warrenty. You get a Dinan warrenty. Big difference. BMW will tell you to go screw yourself if you blow up your engine with Dinans software and expect them to fix it.
the Dinan crew is able to offer something that other tuners haven't: a warranty that coincides with BMW's own.
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#77
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Hmm didnt think about that. I know with the 1.8t, tuners had a reflash and there were threads about the dealer having to flash the ecu to update certain things. Of course their tune was gone after that. Wasnt all that common though unless the car had major issues.
#78
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Originally Posted by Crazy Sellout
Hmm didnt think about that. I know with the 1.8t, tuners had a reflash and there were threads about the dealer having to flash the ecu to update certain things. Of course their tune was gone after that. Wasnt all that common though unless the car had major issues.
#79
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Originally Posted by srika
ok - need some clarification on this:
what exactly does the last part of that mean.![Wish](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/wish.gif)
what exactly does the last part of that mean.
![Wish](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/wish.gif)
To obtain service under this warranty, the vehicle must be brought, upon discovery of a malfunction or defect in materials and/or workmanship, to the workshop of any Authorized Dinan Dealer, during normal business hours. Proof of purchase in the form of a lawful invoice is required. The Authorized Dinan Dealer will, without charge for parts or labor, repair or replace the defective Dinan component(s), as well as any original vehicle manufacturer’s component(s) that may have been directly affected by a Dinan component, using new or authorized remanufactured parts. The decision to repair or replace said parts is at the sole discretion of Dinan and/or the original vehicle manufacturer. Parts for which replacements are supplied under this limited warranty become the property of Dinan and/or the original vehicle manufacturer. In all cases, a reasonable period of time must be allowed for warranty repairs to be completed after the vehicle is delivered to the Authorized Dinan Dealer.
#80
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ok - f the 335 then :P
it sucks, lol
it sucks, lol