535i tuning help!!!

gwizzzzz · 07-06-2009, 03:56 AM

Hey everyone,

I feel a little out of place here but it it helps, my cousin has a 335i

I'm new to the forums and new to my car. I'm only 18 years old and my dad gave me his 535i because I got a scholarship to college. That being said, I do not know a whole lot about this N54 engine besides the fact that these turbos are very much tunable. I did some research on it but a lot of the words used sound like a foreign language. Anyways, I wanted more power so after a little bit of reading, I decided to get the JB+. I've always loved cars and tried to keep up with certain models but was never a grease monkey I do not know what certain parts are called etc. It took me a while to find the TMAP but after about 20 minutes of searching for it and another 10 of removing the airbox, it was a success. Thing is, like everyone else, I can't get enough power. I was thinking about getting a JB3 pnp but I'm hesitant about going into the ECU. Considering the fact that I'm not a racer, but I like to drive my car hard on the streets, do you guys think this is a good idea? This would be my only tune. Does anyone ever feel satisfied with driving the car normally but you know it can go much faster? Sometimes I feel like I just want to know the horsepower of my car as an ego booster. Honestly, it might suffice just knowing my car is above 320 hp. That's kinda like the threshold. Anyways, sorry to bore you with my life story here.

But if anyone can tell me about what's my average hp with JB+ at default settings, if I should get the JB3 based on my driving style, is JB+ good enough, WHAT THE HELL MAPS ARE, or anything I should know about anything, please let me know! PM or reply

enrita · 07-06-2009, 04:35 AM

read and learn first about both JB3 and Procede tuning . than make you choice. There are zillions of threads about it.

kyleb350 · 07-06-2009, 09:41 AM

+1. I was in the same boat when I first got my car. Just take some time to read up on all the options, what they will do to your car (good and bad), and how to install them properly if you plan on DIY.

and to answer your question, I believe the JB+ can add around 40hp. Like many on here, though, once you get a taste of more power, you'll want more.

roozie2001 · 07-06-2009, 10:16 AM

Jb+ adds up to 60hp on 93 octane if cranked up to 100% I think. But if. Your gonna run a jb+ crankedup all the way u might as well get a jb3 and run mild map like map3. You'll love it. And once in a while if u wanna feel like a monster add a few gallons of race gas and run map7. At that point you'll get a small peak of what your car is capable of

Ramos · 07-06-2009, 11:30 AM

An 18 year old does not look good driving around in a 535 ....
Trade it in for a 135

M II · 07-06-2009, 11:35 AM

I agree, JB3 would be a good choice. You will eventually max out the JB+ and want a JB3 anyways

beepbeep · 07-06-2009, 02:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ramos

An 18 year old does not look good driving around in a 535 ....
Trade it in for a 135

Considering at 18 my mode of transportation was a flathead 6, Rambler-American, I think he looks pretty good in a 535. In fact the very thought turns me a bilious shade of green with envy.

roozie2001 · 07-06-2009, 02:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ramos

An 18 year old does not look good driving around in a 535 ....
Trade it in for a 135

i disagree. if i could pay the extra money for the 535 or a 7series i would do it in a heartbeat. I wish my dad dropped me a 535 when i was 18. just dont act like a douche with it and do doughnuts in parking lots and your ok.

Ramos · 07-06-2009, 03:52 PM

Eh no... The only Bmw that looks OK for an 18 yr old is the 1 series..
Any other model, and it's obvious you're just a spoiled brat or driving daddy's car...
At least the 1 series looks young and sporty, and does not look that expensive...
People may actually think you are paying for it yourself..

M II · 07-06-2009, 04:11 PM

535i is an awesome car, drive safe and have fun with it!

Wish I would have had a hand down like that when I was 18

bulldog_yyc · 07-06-2009, 04:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ramos

Eh no... The only Bmw that looks OK for an 18 yr old is the 1 series..
Any other model, and it's obvious you're just a spoiled brat or driving daddy's car...
At least the 1 series looks young and sporty, and does not look that expensive...
People may actually think you are paying for it yourself..

who cares, if he likes the 535, why the hell would he take a hit and trade it in for a 135? Wait, it would make other people "think" he was paying for it himself.... so the only reason you got your car is to make people "think" you are paying for it yourself right? and that makes you rich and gets you laid right?

JayKay335i · 07-06-2009, 05:25 PM

Congrats on the car. Get a JB3, intake, DPs, exhaust, etc.

I wish I had a 535i. The 335 is to small to have sex in.

roozie2001 · 07-06-2009, 05:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JayKay335i

Congrats on the car. Get a JB3, intake, DPs, exhaust, etc.

I wish I had a 535i. The 335 is to small to have sex in.

thats why theres road head til u get to a hotel

v2bling · 07-21-2009, 11:45 PM

I have rear shades and side windows

It helped plus the 25 percent.

v2bling · 07-21-2009, 11:46 PM

I have rear shades and side windows

It helped plus the 25 percent. very roomy. The strong ac helps during sex too> One time for me so far.

v2bling · 07-21-2009, 11:52 PM

I have rear shades and side windows

It helped plus the 25 percent. very roomy. The strong ac helps during sex too> One time for me so far.

mmm def · 07-22-2009, 06:37 AM

Here we go again with the haters. Congrats on such a nice car at 18!

branabolic · 07-22-2009, 07:23 AM

lets keep this on topic? op you should definately go with the jb3 or PROcede. the fact that they can give you the all out horsepower you want and then be dialed back whenever you don't want it is probably the best of both worlds.

Gumulri · 07-22-2009, 08:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by **********s II

I agree, JB3 would be a good choice. You will eventually max out the JB+ and want a JB3 anyways

+111111111111111

MrChessy · 07-22-2009, 09:57 AM

Welcome on board and congrats on your car..Nothing wrong with being hesitant on which product to use. JB3 or Vishnu are two great products. Good luck with your final decision.

Psylight · 07-22-2009, 04:19 PM

What a come up of a car! Win!!!

Ramos · 07-22-2009, 04:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by turkish335

who cares, if he likes the 535, why the hell would he take a hit and trade it in for a 135? Wait, it would make other people "think" he was paying for it himself.... so the only reason you got your car is to make people "think" you are paying for it yourself right? and that makes you rich and gets you laid right?

I am not 18 douchebag... People do not think I am a spoiled brat since I am 31 and drive a 3 series...

An 18 year old driving a 5 series however draws a lot of negative stereotypes such as being spoled brats or driving daddy's car.. In this case the stereotypes are correct... The OP IS a spoiled brat who got a $60K car just for getting into college, something you should do for your own good anyway...

So yeah in his case, it would be nice to avoid the stereotypes by driving a lesser car, the 135 and not sacrificing performance or that BMW feel.

07-06-2009, 03:56 AM	#1
gwizzzzz Registered 2 Rep 3 Posts Drives: N/A Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: San Francisco iTrader: (0)	535i tuning help!!! Hey everyone, I feel a little out of place here but it it helps, my cousin has a 335i I'm new to the forums and new to my car. I'm only 18 years old and my dad gave me his 535i because I got a scholarship to college. That being said, I do not know a whole lot about this N54 engine besides the fact that these turbos are very much tunable. I did some research on it but a lot of the words used sound like a foreign language. Anyways, I wanted more power so after a little bit of reading, I decided to get the JB+. I've always loved cars and tried to keep up with certain models but was never a grease monkey I do not know what certain parts are called etc. It took me a while to find the TMAP but after about 20 minutes of searching for it and another 10 of removing the airbox, it was a success. Thing is, like everyone else, I can't get enough power. I was thinking about getting a JB3 pnp but I'm hesitant about going into the ECU. Considering the fact that I'm not a racer, but I like to drive my car hard on the streets, do you guys think this is a good idea? This would be my only tune. Does anyone ever feel satisfied with driving the car normally but you know it can go much faster? Sometimes I feel like I just want to know the horsepower of my car as an ego booster. Honestly, it might suffice just knowing my car is above 320 hp. That's kinda like the threshold. Anyways, sorry to bore you with my life story here. But if anyone can tell me about what's my average hp with JB+ at default settings, if I should get the JB3 based on my driving style, is JB+ good enough, WHAT THE HELL MAPS ARE, or anything I should know about anything, please let me know! PM or reply
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enrita Major General 161 Rep 7,377 Posts Drives: 335i - Big turbos Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Italian in Sweden iTrader: (0)	read and learn first about both JB3 and Procede tuning . than make you choice. There are zillions of threads about it. __________________ 07 335i AT - MOTIV 750 - MHD E85 BMS flash - BMS PI - JB4G5 - Okada Coils - NGK 5992 Plugs - Helix IC - Snow Stg. 3 - Stett CP - Custom midpipes with 100 HJS Cats - Bastuck Quad - PSS10 - QUAIFE LSD - BMS OCC - Forge DVs - AR OC - ALCON BBK - M3 Chassi - Dinan CP - Velocity M rear Toe arms - Advan RZ-DF - LUX H8 - Level 10 AT upgrade
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kyleb350 Brigadier General 424 Rep 4,709 Posts Drives: '21 X3MC Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Milwaukee iTrader: (6)	+1. I was in the same boat when I first got my car. Just take some time to read up on all the options, what they will do to your car (good and bad), and how to install them properly if you plan on DIY. and to answer your question, I believe the JB+ can add around 40hp. Like many on here, though, once you get a taste of more power, you'll want more.
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07-06-2009, 10:16 AM	#4
roozie2001 Just some guy 49 Rep 1,531 Posts Drives: 2008 White 335i sedan Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Houston, TX iTrader: (4)	Jb+ adds up to 60hp on 93 octane if cranked up to 100% I think. But if. Your gonna run a jb+ crankedup all the way u might as well get a jb3 and run mild map like map3. You'll love it. And once in a while if u wanna feel like a monster add a few gallons of race gas and run map7. At that point you'll get a small peak of what your car is capable of __________________ 2008 BMW 335i/Sedan/Alpine White/Terra/Steptronic/Premium Package/Sports package/Comfort Access/USB/Sirius
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07-06-2009, 11:30 AM	#5
Ramos Colonel 863 Rep 2,897 Posts Drives: G20 2020 M340 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: So-Cal iTrader: (6)	An 18 year old does not look good driving around in a 535 .... Trade it in for a 135
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M II Major 81 Rep 1,210 Posts Drives: Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: La Habra, CA iTrader: (0)	I agree, JB3 would be a good choice. You will eventually max out the JB+ and want a JB3 anyways
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Ramos Colonel 863 Rep 2,897 Posts Drives: G20 2020 M340 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: So-Cal iTrader: (6)	Eh no... The only Bmw that looks OK for an 18 yr old is the 1 series.. Any other model, and it's obvious you're just a spoiled brat or driving daddy's car... At least the 1 series looks young and sporty, and does not look that expensive... People may actually think you are paying for it yourself..
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M II Major 81 Rep 1,210 Posts Drives: Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: La Habra, CA iTrader: (0)	535i is an awesome car, drive safe and have fun with it! Wish I would have had a hand down like that when I was 18
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JayKay335i Banned 189 Rep 5,046 Posts Drives: ///M323 DCT Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: North Dakota; its best DUHHHHHH iTrader: (1)	Congrats on the car. Get a JB3, intake, DPs, exhaust, etc. I wish I had a 535i. The 335 is to small to have sex in.
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v2bling First Lieutenant 7 Rep 301 Posts Drives: speed demon Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Mansfield,tx iTrader: (0)	I have rear shades and side windows It helped plus the 25 percent. __________________ 535i - Black Sapphire/Black Dakota/Bamboo/AnthraciteHeadliner/M-Tech Kit/Spoiler/Sports/Premium/Navi/HUD/Comfort/Rear Shades/ParkDistance/Ipod/Sports Auto w/Paddle/Logik7/30% Tint/Clear Bra/KW3/ Radenergie rs10 20"/Defi RedRacer Psi/Smoked front reflectors/ LED interior lights Soon: Rpi Catback, GIAC or EVOtech flash, Dinan Rear Strut, OEM M5 Mirrors
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v2bling First Lieutenant 7 Rep 301 Posts Drives: speed demon Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Mansfield,tx iTrader: (0)	I have rear shades and side windows It helped plus the 25 percent. very roomy. The strong ac helps during sex too> One time for me so far. __________________ 535i - Black Sapphire/Black Dakota/Bamboo/AnthraciteHeadliner/M-Tech Kit/Spoiler/Sports/Premium/Navi/HUD/Comfort/Rear Shades/ParkDistance/Ipod/Sports Auto w/Paddle/Logik7/30% Tint/Clear Bra/KW3/ Radenergie rs10 20"/Defi RedRacer Psi/Smoked front reflectors/ LED interior lights Soon: Rpi Catback, GIAC or EVOtech flash, Dinan Rear Strut, OEM M5 Mirrors
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v2bling First Lieutenant 7 Rep 301 Posts Drives: speed demon Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Mansfield,tx iTrader: (0)	I have rear shades and side windows It helped plus the 25 percent. very roomy. The strong ac helps during sex too> One time for me so far. __________________ 535i - Black Sapphire/Black Dakota/Bamboo/AnthraciteHeadliner/M-Tech Kit/Spoiler/Sports/Premium/Navi/HUD/Comfort/Rear Shades/ParkDistance/Ipod/Sports Auto w/Paddle/Logik7/30% Tint/Clear Bra/KW3/ Radenergie rs10 20"/Defi RedRacer Psi/Smoked front reflectors/ LED interior lights Soon: Rpi Catback, GIAC or EVOtech flash, Dinan Rear Strut, OEM M5 Mirrors
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07-22-2009, 06:37 AM	#17
mmm def Colonel 144 Rep 2,610 Posts Drives: 21 330, 19 ND2 RF, 11 RX350 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: NJ iTrader: (0)	Here we go again with the haters. Congrats on such a nice car at 18!
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07-22-2009, 07:23 AM	#18
branabolic Major 24 Rep 1,037 Posts Drives: e92 335i Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: so. new hampshire iTrader: (5)	lets keep this on topic? op you should definately go with the jb3 or PROcede. the fact that they can give you the all out horsepower you want and then be dialed back whenever you don't want it is probably the best of both worlds. __________________ i'm not addicted to boost, but i sure am more fun when i'm on it.
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MrChessy Magical Pill... 157 Rep 12,775 Posts Drives: wreckless Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Smallville iTrader: (2)	Welcome on board and congrats on your car..Nothing wrong with being hesitant on which product to use. JB3 or Vishnu are two great products. Good luck with your final decision. __________________
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Psylight Brigadier General 92 Rep 3,488 Posts Drives: Teh Space Gray E92 M 6MT Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Diamond Bar ,California iTrader: (11)	What a come up of a car! Win!!! __________________
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