JB3 vs Cobb tune?

04cobra · 11-22-2011, 04:24 PM

Hi Guys. I am looking to add a tune to my 2010 335xi. I have really only researched these two tunes. Can someone recommend one over the other? From what I have seen the JB3 is harder to install but will give me more HP. The Cobb tune is a handheld and very easy to install but less HP.

I would like something that is reliable and can be removed if I take the car to the dealer. Everyone that I see on dragtimes.com is using the JB tune, and have watched a few videos of JB vs Cobb 335s and the JB have always seem to win the race (even tho the JB was on a 335i and the Cobb a 335xi, big difference IMO).

I drive this car daily and will not be modding it past this tune. I am just looking for that extra oompf.

Which would you recommend?

Thanks!

rader1 · 11-22-2011, 05:03 PM

Cobb. /thread.

enrita · 11-22-2011, 05:05 PM

well the jb3 is the old version , you are more referring to jb4 i suppose.
I would recommend the COBB for you considering you just want extra oompf and installation is no brainer. You just connect to obd port. IT all depends what you intend to do with the car and how handy you are around ECU box, connectors etc.

Brey335i · 11-22-2011, 05:07 PM

All tunes are limited by your car's mods really...

Don't buy a JB3. Buy a COBB or JB4.

JDrillingJ · 11-22-2011, 05:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brey335i

All tunes are limited by your car's mods really...

Don't buy a JB3. Buy a COBB or JB4.

+2

Syndicategt · 11-22-2011, 05:12 PM

I hate to do this but

We have 2 stickies at the top of this page for a reason (because people post stupid sh*t like this once a day):

basics of tuning and timing

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=493245

and the tune comparison

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=374508

Jeff@TopGearSolutions · 11-22-2011, 05:13 PM

I'm a PM away if you need some help. We offer all the popular tunes and can set you up with one that fits your needs.

Brey335i · 11-22-2011, 05:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jeff@topgearsolutions

I'm a PM away if you need some help. We offer all the popular tunes and can set you up with one that fits your needs.

^ PM Jeff. It's gonna be the best deal you'll find on either tune too. So it's a win-win

lawwailok · 11-22-2011, 05:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Syndicategt

I hate to do this but

We have 2 stickies at the top of this page for a reason (because people post stupid sh*t like this once a day):

basics of tuning and timing

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=493245

and the tune comparison

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=374508

LOL Will when did you start being an ass hahahahahaha

Brey335i · 11-22-2011, 05:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lawwailok

LOL Will when did you start being an ass hahahahahaha

He said he hates to do this... a true ass loves doing it

ModBargains III · 11-22-2011, 06:06 PM

Both are good. It's just determined on what functions you want over the other... Each person has their own personal preference. I'd just do some quick research to see what you feel is best.

Beemw335 · 11-22-2011, 08:18 PM

Just get the cobb
If all you want is a simple tune for some extra power, go with cobb.
If you see yourself modding a bit more intesnsly or just enjoy the dash features of a piggyback then go with a piggyback
I have a procede and couldnt be happier.

Mike@N54Tuning.com · 11-22-2011, 09:09 PM

The JB3 s no longer sold, so you want to focus your search on the JB4. If you have any questions on the JB4, let me know and I will be happy to offer you any help you need. If you are looking at the COBB Andrew from ar design has some unbelievable deals on it. From what customers tell me he is the guy to go to for COBB stuff..

Mike

ar design · 11-22-2011, 09:18 PM

Cobb. We haven't sold a piggyback in months - for good reason.

And unlike most vendors we actually stock the stuff here, in house. Not drop shipped from some warehouse

thebigragu99 · 11-22-2011, 09:21 PM

Both are good,I love the jb4 functions..I would wait for burger to realese his new map 6 with more low end boost,it's going to be nasty I heard.

Mike@N54Tuning.com · 11-22-2011, 09:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thebigragu99

Both are good,I love the jb4 functions..I would wait for burger to realese his new map 6 with more low end boost,it's going to be nasty I heard.

New map is going to be a blast!!!

Mike

Bash · 11-23-2011, 07:07 AM

OP-yeah you can make more power on the JB4 using meth probably, on pump gas COBB is more powerful under the curve and SOLID. plus safer...
I have both btw.

bigdnno98 · 11-23-2011, 08:21 AM

bceagle1991 · 11-23-2011, 08:36 AM

How is COBB safer? JB4 has oil temp protection and max boost limit which COBB does not just for a couple of examples.

BobS · 11-23-2011, 08:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bceagle1991

How is COBB safer? JB4 has oil temp protection and max boost limit which COBB does not just for a couple of examples.

Its not, they both have thier own methods of being "safe." Cobb actually seems very aggressive to me, especially in the stg 2, running high boost. I'd be interested to see how the components in the N54 hold up long term. Thats just my opinion, not trying to start a war.

I think the OP needs to do some research and decide what works best for him.

If I were the OP and I was only going to keep the car stg 1, like he said (wait till the mod bug hits), I would get the cobb just because its easy as hell to install and take out, and gives some good power. You don't have to worry about breaking a clip or messing with the ecu so bmw would never know your even tuned.

Alan l. · 11-23-2011, 09:22 AM

The simplicity of the Cobb install/un-install process combined with perfect AFR and low end torque advantage its a no brainer for a daily driver. Seriously spend some time searching and reading this forum about this debate and you will see where everyone is heading to now.

Alan

FastBimmerN54 · 11-26-2011, 01:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ar design

Cobb. We haven't sold a piggyback in months - for good reason.

And unlike most vendors we actually stock the stuff here, in house. Not drop shipped from some warehouse

Cool Story. Nobody cares.

11-22-2011, 04:24 PM	#1
04cobra Banned 634 Rep 1,048 Posts Drives: 2015 M3 - 6MT Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: MN iTrader: (0)	JB3 vs Cobb tune? Hi Guys. I am looking to add a tune to my 2010 335xi. I have really only researched these two tunes. Can someone recommend one over the other? From what I have seen the JB3 is harder to install but will give me more HP. The Cobb tune is a handheld and very easy to install but less HP. I would like something that is reliable and can be removed if I take the car to the dealer. Everyone that I see on dragtimes.com is using the JB tune, and have watched a few videos of JB vs Cobb 335s and the JB have always seem to win the race (even tho the JB was on a 335i and the Cobb a 335xi, big difference IMO). I drive this car daily and will not be modding it past this tune. I am just looking for that extra oompf. Which would you recommend? Thanks!
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11-22-2011, 05:03 PM	#2
rader1 Banned 70 Rep 2,197 Posts Drives: Cobb Stage 2+ 135i Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Roanoke, VA iTrader: (0)	Cobb. /thread.
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11-22-2011, 05:05 PM	#3
enrita Major General 161 Rep 7,377 Posts Drives: 335i - Big turbos Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Italian in Sweden iTrader: (0)	well the jb3 is the old version , you are more referring to jb4 i suppose. I would recommend the COBB for you considering you just want extra oompf and installation is no brainer. You just connect to obd port. IT all depends what you intend to do with the car and how handy you are around ECU box, connectors etc. __________________ 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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Brey335i Banned 113 Rep 4,771 Posts Drives: e46 ///M3 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Austin, TX iTrader: (11)	All tunes are limited by your car's mods really... Don't buy a JB3. Buy a COBB or JB4.
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Syndicategt Brigadier General 156 Rep 3,730 Posts Drives: 335i Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Nor Cal iTrader: (11)	I hate to do this but We have 2 stickies at the top of this page for a reason (because people post stupid sht like this once a day): basics of tuning and timing http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=493245 and the tune comparison http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=374508 __________________ 2008 BMW 335i e90 - Sold* - Rob Beck Turbos / PROcede V5 / Aquamist HFS-4 / AR Downpipes / AE Exhaust / ER Comp FMIC / ER CP / TiAL BOV / Custom Intake / RPI Scoops / Quaife LSD / Swift-Koni Coilovers / DSS HS / Morr VS8.2 Sig Black / Michelin PSS / P3 Boost Guage / M3 body / M3 steering wheel / Adam's Rotors / Hawk HPS / SS lines /
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Jeff@TopGearSolutions 3442 Rep 79,211 Posts Drives: C6 Z06, 09 335i, 10 335xi Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: www.TopGearSolutions.com iTrader: (37)	I'm a PM away if you need some help. We offer all the popular tunes and can set you up with one that fits your needs.
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11-22-2011, 06:06 PM	#11
ModBargains III Lieutenant 17 Rep 423 Posts Drives: E92 335i, 135i, E46 M3, 540i Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: 1721 E. Lambert Rd. Unit C, 90631 La Habra, CA iTrader: (0)	Both are good. It's just determined on what functions you want over the other... Each person has their own personal preference. I'd just do some quick research to see what you feel is best. __________________ Jurrian************.com
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Beemw335 Colonel 62 Rep 2,013 Posts Drives: 335i Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: My car is my home iTrader: (2)	Just get the cobb If all you want is a simple tune for some extra power, go with cobb. If you see yourself modding a bit more intesnsly or just enjoy the dash features of a piggyback then go with a piggyback I have a procede and couldnt be happier.
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11-22-2011, 09:09 PM	#13
Mike@N54Tuning.com Joint Chiefs of Staff 4927 Rep 116,037 Posts Drives: 2007 335i, 2015 M3 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: N54tuning.com iTrader: (89)	The JB3 s no longer sold, so you want to focus your search on the JB4. If you have any questions on the JB4, let me know and I will be happy to offer you any help you need. If you are looking at the COBB Andrew from ar design has some unbelievable deals on it. From what customers tell me he is the guy to go to for COBB stuff.. Mike
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11-22-2011, 09:18 PM	#14
ar design 297 Rep 4,408 Posts Drives: 04 M3 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Denver, CO iTrader: (9)	Cobb. We haven't sold a piggyback in months - for good reason. And unlike most vendors we actually stock the stuff here, in house. Not drop shipped from some warehouse __________________ -Critter
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11-22-2011, 09:21 PM	#15
thebigragu99 Banned 47 Rep 828 Posts Drives: 135 tuorbbo Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: nyc iTrader: (1)	Both are good,I love the jb4 functions..I would wait for burger to realese his new map 6 with more low end boost,it's going to be nasty I heard.
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11-23-2011, 07:07 AM	#17
Bash First Lieutenant 8 Rep 395 Posts Drives: E92-335i Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Beirut iTrader: (0)	OP-yeah you can make more power on the JB4 using meth probably, on pump gas COBB is more powerful under the curve and SOLID. plus safer... I have both btw. __________________ COBB S2+ - Mr.5 CAI, Catless DP, Catless MP, AMS FMIC.
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11-23-2011, 08:36 AM	#19
bceagle1991 Private 2 Rep 65 Posts Drives: 335ix Join Date: May 2011 Location: Boston iTrader: (4)	How is COBB safer? JB4 has oil temp protection and max boost limit which COBB does not just for a couple of examples.
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11-23-2011, 09:22 AM	#21
Alan l. Major General 5507 Rep 8,835 Posts Drives: 2020 F95 X5M Competition Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: United States iTrader: (9)	The simplicity of the Cobb install/un-install process combined with perfect AFR and low end torque advantage its a no brainer for a daily driver. Seriously spend some time searching and reading this forum about this debate and you will see where everyone is heading to now. Alan __________________
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