Helix/AA install/remove times?

neenjafus · 03-15-2008, 08:23 PM

Hey Guys,

I'm trying to decide on which tune to go for.

From what I understand, it's in my best interest to remove the unit before taking my car to the dealership for any service. Because of this, ease of install/removal is certainly important.

I know that the sstt is super easy to install/remove but it seems it also isn't necessarily the "best" tune.

Can anyone fill me in on how long it will take to install/remove the Helix Attache or AA tune? How about the Juicebox?

Thanks!

e90AW335i · 03-15-2008, 08:28 PM

The Helix, AA, and JB will all take around the same amount of time. In all honesty I could probably uninstall the JB in around 30 min....

I would think the AA and Helix would be close to that but possible a little bit longer since they intercept more wires.

Hope this helps....

scalbert · 03-15-2008, 08:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by e90AW335i

The Helix, AA, and JB will all take around the same amount of time. In all honesty I could probably uninstall the JB in around 30 min....

What, with one hand. JK.

I have a set of tools ready to perform the work along with the hex bit sitting in the cordless drill. The disassembly now takes about two minutes, if that.

I agree, all should be similar with just a few minutes seperating all.

SteelTorque · 03-15-2008, 08:30 PM

Depends how much experiece you have with it.
As the guy who probably done the most PROcede installs/unistalls in the Seattle area, I can do it in like 15 min.

The Helix is faster to install/uninstall, than the AA and PROcede IMO.

scalbert · 03-15-2008, 08:32 PM

On a side note, I have a feeling one of the tunes will be quicker to install/remove than all others in the future.

e90AW335i · 03-15-2008, 08:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by scalbert

On a side note, I have a feeling one of the tunes will be quicker to install/remove than all others in the future.

Nicely done Steve.....

scalbert · 03-15-2008, 08:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by e90AW335i

Nicely done Steve.....

While I appreciate the suggestion, it has nothing to do with me.

e90AW335i · 03-15-2008, 08:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by scalbert

While I appreciate the suggestion, it has nothing to do with me.

Is the AA processor going to be installed differently? Or are you refering to PROcede?

scalbert · 03-15-2008, 08:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by e90AW335i

Is the AA processor going to be installed differently? Or are you refering to PROcede?

Just causing drama.

e90AW335i · 03-15-2008, 08:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by scalbert

Just causing drama.

Just as I said then.... Nicely done Steve.....

neenjafus · 03-15-2008, 09:00 PM

haha, well since I can't read far enough between the lines, I'll take that each will be similar.

That helps a ton, thanks!

mid-corner fun · 03-16-2008, 11:24 AM

So how long does it take you to get to the DME box the first few times? I'm planning on a dry-run over the next couple of weekends, just in case I have to temporarily remove the Attache.

scalbert · 03-16-2008, 02:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PeterM1

So how long does it take you to get to the DME box the first few times? I'm planning on a dry-run over the next couple of weekends, just in case I have to temporarily remove the Attache.

Plan on about 30 minutes just to get to the DME on your first try. After that it can easily be done in 5 - 10 minutes.

e90AW335i · 03-16-2008, 03:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by scalbert

Plan on about 30 minutes just to get to the DME on your first try. After that it can easily be done in 5 - 10 minutes.

+1, I really took my time on my first install and it took about 1.5 hours for everything....

HyperM3 · 03-16-2008, 06:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by neenjafus

Can anyone fill me in on how long it will take to install/remove the Helix Attache or AA tune? How about the Juicebox?

Ive installed a couple Procedes and a Helix Attache. I can only imagine the JB is the same.

That being said, from my knowledge, the Attache has the most laid out, hard to get wrong, installation method. Meaning everything is labled so well, my nephew could put the right wires in place. This could help you in the install/remove process considerably.

David 12 · 03-16-2008, 07:37 PM

Plus, it sound like the helix will be a little easier because you don't have to mess with the solenoid vacuum hoses!

I agree though - Plan on about 1.5 hours for the first time.

03-15-2008, 08:23 PM	#1
neenjafus Private First Class 8 Rep 162 Posts Drives: 335i Coupe ordered 3/14/08! Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Long Beach, CA iTrader: (1)	Helix/AA install/remove times? Hey Guys, I'm trying to decide on which tune to go for. From what I understand, it's in my best interest to remove the unit before taking my car to the dealership for any service. Because of this, ease of install/removal is certainly important. I know that the sstt is super easy to install/remove but it seems it also isn't necessarily the "best" tune. Can anyone fill me in on how long it will take to install/remove the Helix Attache or AA tune? How about the Juicebox? Thanks!
	Appreciate 0 Tweet Quote

03-15-2008, 08:28 PM	#2
e90AW335i Major General 137 Rep 6,608 Posts Drives: e90 335i Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: ...... iTrader: (4)	The Helix, AA, and JB will all take around the same amount of time. In all honesty I could probably uninstall the JB in around 30 min.... I would think the AA and Helix would be close to that but possible a little bit longer since they intercept more wires. Hope this helps.... __________________ I install all tunes, intakes, o2 simms, and most cosmetic mods. PM me for a quote.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

03-15-2008, 08:30 PM	#4
SteelTorque Captain 81 Rep 849 Posts Drives: 08 E92 335xi Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Seattle, WA iTrader: (0)	Depends how much experiece you have with it. As the guy who probably done the most PROcede installs/unistalls in the Seattle area, I can do it in like 15 min. The Helix is faster to install/uninstall, than the AA and PROcede IMO. __________________ 08 E92 335xi Space Gray 6AT - PROcede V2 12.8 @ 111 mph
	Appreciate 0 Quote

03-15-2008, 08:32 PM	#5
scalbert Major General 153 Rep 5,780 Posts Drives: '13 S4, '15 Q7 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Woodstock, GA iTrader: (8)	On a side note, I have a feeling one of the tunes will be quicker to install/remove than all others in the future.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

03-15-2008, 09:00 PM	#11
neenjafus Private First Class 8 Rep 162 Posts Drives: 335i Coupe ordered 3/14/08! Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Long Beach, CA iTrader: (1)	haha, well since I can't read far enough between the lines, I'll take that each will be similar. That helps a ton, thanks!
	Appreciate 0 Quote

03-16-2008, 11:24 AM	#12
mid-corner fun Lieutenant Colonel 81 Rep 1,510 Posts Drives: F80 M3, '22 X3MC Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: NJ iTrader: (5)	So how long does it take you to get to the DME box the first few times? I'm planning on a dry-run over the next couple of weekends, just in case I have to temporarily remove the Attache.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

03-16-2008, 07:37 PM	#16
David 12 Major 127 Rep 1,048 Posts Drives: 2019 BMW X5 50i BSM, M Sport Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Omaha iTrader: (0)	Plus, it sound like the helix will be a little easier because you don't have to mess with the solenoid vacuum hoses! I agree though - Plan on about 1.5 hours for the first time.
	Appreciate 0 Quote