04-05-2020, 09:01 AM | #23 |
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Here are the paddles I used from paddleshiterz.com.
I liked the way the mimicked the shape on the top of the shifters to resemble the look of the M1 and M2 buttons. They are high quality and I really love the feel! I am not sure why the picture came out sideways and don’t know how to fix it Last edited by Reliable1; 04-05-2020 at 09:49 AM.. |
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Thanks guys for your input this has really been informative. Keep in mind I’m not trying to track my 840ix, it’s my daily driver and just want to give it some more oomph (so I can more closely feel like I got that 850i m lol). I’m on a lease so I don’t want to modify too much with it. So doing just an intake and a tune seemed like the best way to go. From what I read the intake will add some nicer sound qualities versus stock as well. A couple of articles I read oN the subject are below that seemed relatively recent and recommend the intake to pair with a tune. Besides, the sound differences, You guys really think the 840 stock intake performs just as well as some of these replacements? What about improved throttle response? We’re only talking under $200-$300 plus self install. But hey if there’s no gains that’s still money to save. https://bmwtuning.co/build-500hp-b58/ And https://bmwtuning.co/bmw-b58-upgrade...-intake-guide/ Last edited by gustovier; 04-05-2020 at 09:26 AM.. |
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Now to decide which type/brand of piggyback tune to get.
I like the simplicity of the jb plus, with its 5 min install time, but I realize it’s not as complete as the jb4. The jb4 has a little more to the install, but is more a full tune, and can give better results, but I worry about taking it to the dealer for service. Uninstalling it will Be a pain every time. I still don’t get what this “logging” stuff with the jb4 is about. So more to research there. I want something that is very plug and play and requires no additional Maintenance/upkeep and I need my rides to still be pretty smooth. I just started reading up on the racechip piggyback as well. |
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The JB's logging allows you obtain very detailed engine telemetry which, if you care to, you can post on the JB4 forum and the owner/developer will review them for you to tell you what's what, if it's safe, etc. Or you can learn to read it yourself. It doesn't sound like this is what you're after. The Racechip is very much built to be plug-n'play--perhaps that's the correct direction for you. |
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04-05-2020, 04:10 PM | #29 | |
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I love my gamma front mount intake. Always believed front mount intakes make a Decent amount of power especially as you are adding boost.
Induction sounds are amazing. Not sure the gamma would fit the m850 but have a feeling would. Engine layout looks similar Quote:
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That said, I'm no expert here, what you've said just doesn't gel with what I've read online... but some of that was from Wikipedia so obviously credible. PS: aren't the front mounted ones a little worrisome because they tend to ingest other shite as well or do you have a filter? Last edited by limeypride; 04-05-2020 at 04:44 PM.. |
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04-05-2020, 04:47 PM | #31 | |
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Boost from a tune or piggy back. Not from the intake but when j was talking to the owner of MSR during the production of his f85 intake system that never hit the market. the intake itself was making additional boost causing all kinds of issues. I’m no expert myself and just a consumer. Nothing to buy from them so didn’t think too much of it.
But more boost = more induction sound. That I know Before the sky started falling I tried getting a good video of the intake sound but too much wind and it sounded like shit. Need a stationary camera and drive by videos But if anyone seriously looking at an intake the gamma system is pretty awesome. 900 bucks, 3 inch silicon tube which makes install a breeze. I did change out the filters and added velocity stacks. Pretty happy with the system Front mount intakes are always somewhat more worrisome although they all say it’s fine. I bought pre-filters but never installed them. I’m in CA so rain isn’t the biggest issue. And if it is raining Hard I drive the X5m. That has become my beater. Quote:
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I'd love to hear it if you can get that video--why manufacturers don't make this happen from the factory is beyond me. Look at the Hellcat/Demon--everyone loves that super-snail whine. |
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I've never used it but a friend has and loves the versatility. So would I but piggys are a necessity for me for unrelated reasons. I believe you control it from an app but I'm sure someone here will add details on that. |
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I'd love to give it a try but it just doesn't fit my desire to switch in and out of cars. If you're already down with the implications of ECU mods then it seems well worth a look.
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Boot mod got back to me and said they have a beta version available. I'll just wait for a stable released product
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There is several companies offer full ECU tune and some piggyback like above. I'd recommend the full ECU flash tune, it seems to be the most bang for buck. It's not tested yet, but there is several guys that have done the ECU tune. I know one guy in Texas and one in NYC. My local shop in DC just offered me a stage 2 ECU flash tune last week; but they want $6000! The Texas shop offered remote ECU flash for $1400. I found another online for $1200.
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