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I just picked up my baby Bella 2 weeks ago. Absolutely loving her so far. Only mod so far is 15% tints all around (should’ve gotten 5) and the M Instrument Cluster and M head unit welcome through Bimmercode. She is fully ceramic coated as well. I love the stock sound and burbles, but I feel she needs a bit of an oomph. I’ve read some posts on here about the 1st/2nd gear is rapid, but it feels as if it slows down on 3rd. I agree with this. Now, my concern is with tuning, specially my DME. According to BootMod3, I have the latest software update which blocks me from tuning. They’ve recommended me ship them my DME, and they will unlock it. However, I have no clue how to do that, and honestly can’t be without a car for however long it takes for the DME to get back to me. I just got a remote software update for 11/2019.70. Is this a downgrade from my current software? I literally just purchased my car, and I read people have a 03/2020 update, so why is my car giving me a 11/2019 update? Does anyone know if this update will allow me to tune without an unlock? If not, does anyone know how I can tune without sending my DME. I’m based in Georgia if anyone knows any shops here that can unlock it for me. Lastly, I plan to order a VRSF Catless DP, a Dinan Axle-Back Exhaust with black tips, Billet cold air intake, and a VRSF charge pipe all together, but I’m hesitant if I can tune the car since it’s receiving upgrades. I’m gonna have the shop straight pipe(muffler delete) the Dinan exhaust. Which tune is better? BM3 stage 2 AGG or MP stage 2? She’s gonna get blacked out too, if anyone wants my cerium grey parts, let me know. They’re ceramic coated. Also, if anyone knows where I can get good quality parts for a decent price, let me know. I’ve read IKON motorsports has good quality and cheap aftermarket parts. Last edited by raj914; 06-15-2020 at 09:42 AM.. |
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I'm in the same boat. A 2020 car with latest software. Meaning the DME is locked and only way to unlock is to take the ECU out of the car.
I'm not sure I like this route. Would much prefer the Bootmod3 via OBD2 route. I wonder how long it'll take to crack the latest code and unlock the DME. I'm considering JB4 for this reason. |
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06-15-2020, 10:13 AM | #3 |
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Welcome and congrats on the new car!
Couple things to keep in mind IMHO. The way these "which is better" threads normally go is subjective opinion often times gets presented as objective fact. My point is there is no "better or best" just what is best for you based on your own personal criteria and what you value. I'm personally a huge MP fan and have been for years (presently running stage 1 and will be bumping to stage 2 with a catted DP this Thursday when I visit him at his shop) - but that's because it is a great fit for ME and MP delivers on all the points that are important to ME (not taking anything away from BM3, MHD or any others) - we all have our reasons. The fact of the matter is you will likely be happy with whatever flash you choose and will blissfully drive off into the sunset enjoying whatever tune you decide not knowing any different. Also be aware of vendors here that will often jump in and tell you what is best when in fact they are partnered with the manufacturer of the product they are pushing or maybe it is one of the only piggybacks or flashes they sell or the one they say is a "best seller or the like" As for the dinan exhaust you mentioned "straight piping" and muffler deleting - please keep in mind your factory oem exhaust is twin piped back from the DP to the muffler and already has zero resonators. The Dinan exhaust simply (and beautifully I might add) adds a new muffler and dual dual exhaust tips to this. Point is you are either straight piped with a muffler delete or you have the dinan exhaust - you can't have both. This in contrast to the B58 equipped F30 340 which came with a single exhaust pipe from the DP back to the muffler that contained dual resonators - for this application Dinan sold a midpipe that deleted both the resonators :-). If it helps - there have been videos posted here with muffler deletes - if you search around a bit you'll find them for reference. IKON is a pretty good reseller they maintain both a shop here in SoCal and also an online presence on eBay - most all of these companies are getting parts from the same one or two overseas suppliers but IKON wraps this with rather fast shipping and relatively good customer service Anyhoo hope this helps get you started. ps- If you have questions about Mission Performance - I would highly recommend you simply pick up the phone and call Alex (owner etc) - MP is a brick and mortar shop here in SoCal so you are not dealing with a virtual company or a network of re-sellers - you will get all your questions answered in regards to their capabilities etc - and yes this is one of my many reasons why I have tuned with MP over the years. I can talk to the actual tuner about my car. He has also been the first to crack every rev that BMW has put out for the B58 back to when it was first introduced - so he will likely have some good insight for you. Good luck with your build whatever you decide - looking forward to your updates and again welcome! Last edited by chenry; 06-15-2020 at 12:13 PM.. Reason: typos of course :-) |
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Welcome! I also have a PB M340i and got mine ceramic coated within a week or two of owning.
I've posted a few times about the 3rd gear issue I've been noticing. Let me know if you end up figuring anything out with this! As for tunes- tons of guys on here can give you their experience. Sounds like if you can't wait for an ECU flash, a piggyback is the way to go ATM. |
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It's a shame your guy doesn't have a shop here in Scotland, UK. This is why BM3 seemed to suit my needs. Lots of maps from many a source - all available in the driveway here at home. To the OP - apologies for the thread hijack |
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Hi Guys, same boat with new DME that requires unlocking...I've been trying to figure out if there are local shops/tuners who can unlock the DME without having to ship it somewhere.
I have no idea what unlocking entails, but if BM3, Carbahn, MHD, and Mission can do it in their shops, why can't other shops do it? |
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The first two gears are so rapid man; the torque is absolutely unbelievable. Hopefully the tune will make it feel as such throughout the gearbox instead of just towards the beginning. |
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I’m actually located in Georgia. I traveled 350 miles to Leith BMW in Raleigh, NC on a Sunday to pick up the car and 350 miles back home to Savannah, GA with the car. Cheers to Barry Frucht at Leith BMW! Great guy, gave me a hell of a deal!
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That said also keep in mind the net HP gains from an exhaust on this car are negligible - do it for sound and cosmetics not for performance Hope this helps |
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Here are pics of the exhaust when they lifted her up. Last edited by raj914; 06-15-2020 at 03:11 PM.. |
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If you are debating between a muffler delete vs Dinan exhaust - I would start with a muffler delete. And if you like the sound - I would then move onto quad tips. If you don't like the sound I would then install the Dinan exhaust. Just my 2-cents based on your questions and the options you have presented. Anxious to see and hear what you decide - good luck! |
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MSRP was right around 66k, I got them down to 59k, and with tax title tag everything, it was 62k out the door. On top of that, I added tire and wheel protection, simoniz carbon ceramic glass coat, extended maintenance, and gap insurance. The total financed amount came out to be right about 65k. $1100 a month/60 months. Got a hell of a deal. The car has every option except remote start and wireless charging. I wish it had these two, but I can live without em. This was the most fully optioned blue I could find nationwide. |
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Not sure if there are software version restrictions but if you are willing to keep your key card in the car remote start can often be added by aftermarket tuners. I'm having mine enabled tomorrow.
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note: your keycard or spare key must be in the car to make this work hope this helps provide some clarity |
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