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Anyone ready or game to buy & install either the new N20 JB Stage 1 from Burger Motorsports or AFE's Scorcher?
I had the BMS Powerbox from Burger in my E90 for 2 years without issue. A great boost for the 325i, so I'm sure the JB would be superb for the 328i. I have read various posts on the N20 tuning threads and people who have bought & installed it are thrilled. The good thing about the N20 units is how easy they are to install & uninstall. So you can enjoy additional power & torque - not that the 328i lacks it - with it installed but if you need to service the car at the dealer, easy enough to disconnect & remove. I'm thinking about it. What are your thoughts???
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Will definitely look into this, the price alone seems damn good for the supposed performance increase.
Would love to know if anyone else has given one a try |
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12-12-2012, 09:40 PM | #4 |
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I am keen on the tunes, like the BMS N20 one but I still want to wait around for something like COBB's flash tune to compare.
No doubt the BMS tune is great bang for buck, but I'm still holding out waiting for more stories/feedback first. I've had the BMS PBX in my E92 as well and it was great but I put that in after many many many other people had given their feedback/reviews/longer term use etc ... |
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Sorry, should have done this in my OP:
http://burgertuning.com/N20_BMW_performance_Tuner.html http://afepower.com/shop/details_new...0L&&brandID=90
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http://www.f30post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=761744
http://www.f30post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=695431 Cheers
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Oh I will.
Just haven't as yet even 'broken the engine in' yet. Still under 2000kms. Getting there. Probably go with JB Stage 1 unit. Now I wonder if they will have a Xmas special???
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I hear you on break in. I've just clicked past 6k and it's freeing up nicely.
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My thoughts coming from a modified 135i N54.
Not planning any engine mods for my 328i but... If i was to mod, i would wait until someone like cobb came out with a flash tune. I had both procede and JB previous and none of them compared to the smoothness (and for me power) of the Cobb. Cobb is also much easier to install and uninstall as it was all via the ODB port. My thoughts are if you really want piggybacks, then to wait a little as the N20 is still relatively new hence the product development is not as far advanced. I would rather others test it out for a while until i can get enough documented proof of its performance and safety. just my 2 cents. Quote:
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What a great idea!!!
Ok Stu, how about it? Who's Stu?
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The minute there is a flash available - car would be dropped off at Southern BM for install.
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driving dynamics? "improved" is one word that should coem to mind after flashing or installing a tune.. lol |
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So if you need to take the unit off for dealer servicing/warranty work, you can do so very easily, then replace it after you get your car back. These 2 tunes don't 'mess' with the driving dynamics, they enhance it. J1n, both are relatively mild tunes and they are not worrying at all. Based on my experience with BMS, I will probably buy a JB, just not sure when.
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Going to weigh in a bit on this one. Constructive criticism all, I trust no one gets their back up. (commenting on tunes can make some people froth at the mouth...)
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It was a blunt-instrument type of tune, generally loved by people who like to drag-strip their cars. Before the haters and flamers come out, I acknowledge there's nothing wrong with that if that's your thing, I'll just opt for refinement and advanced techniques over a sledgehammer. Cheap, effective, but not something I'd run long-term. Had a JB4, sent it back after a week of testing and logging. Didn't look back. Quote:
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But hey, your car and your wallet, whatever you do with it is no one's issue but yours! In closing, for those after more power and worry about warranty, the only and safest route to go is the BMW Power Kit when it eventually comes out coupled with the M Performance exhaust, which you'll probably have to import/ get through Stu. You won't be the quickest BMW out there (but you don't buy a 328i for that) but you'll have a thrilling machine nonetheless. The real joy in this car is the handling for me. The engine is no slouch, but it's a great setup with the M Adaptive or M-sport. Any idiot can go fast in a straight line, but real drivers know how to use the big round thing their hands rest on I know I'm looking forward to seeing what people do with their cars in the years ahead. |
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What you posted. I agree. They do cause codes and might be a problem, hence waiting until your warranty period is over.
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