bootmod3 for BMW F series Vehicles - General Discussion

XxThe_RemedyXx · 07-27-2018, 11:47 AM

I'm reading good things about this one:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...ustomerReviews

Bmwman325 · 07-27-2018, 11:50 AM

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Originally Posted by XxThe_RemedyXx

Good question, was going to ask the same.

I also have a jump box...

BentZero · 07-27-2018, 01:13 PM

This is what I bought. Honestly, I wish I didn't waste the money. The initial flash doesn't take that long and subsequent flashes are a minute tops. As long as you've driven the car recently and your battery is good you'll be fine. I don't even connect the charger on the subsequent flashes.

That said, I was told that you need something with at least 20amps I believe. A trickle charger isn't enough.

STANLEY BC25BS 25 Amp Bench Battery Charger with 75 Amp Engine Start and Alternator Check https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BYFSUJW..._ga2wBb9EE0F94

XxThe_RemedyXx · 07-27-2018, 01:22 PM

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Originally Posted by BentZero

This is what I bought. Honestly, I wish I didn't waste the money. The initial flash doesn't take that long and subsequent flashes are a minute tops. As long as you've driven the car recently and your battery is good you'll be fine. I don't even connect the charger on the subsequent flashes.

That said, I was told that you need something with at least 20amps I believe. A trickle charger isn't enough.

STANLEY BC25BS 25 Amp Bench Battery Charger with 75 Amp Engine Start and Alternator Check https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BYFSUJW..._ga2wBb9EE0F94

Looks like a good unit but I don't like that auto detection of battery type feature.

BentZero · 07-27-2018, 01:24 PM

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Originally Posted by XxThe_RemedyXx

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Originally Posted by BentZero

This is what I bought. Honestly, I wish I didn't waste the money. The initial flash doesn't take that long and subsequent flashes are a minute tops. As long as you've driven the car recently and your battery is good you'll be fine. I don't even connect the charger on the subsequent flashes.

That said, I was told that you need something with at least 20amps I believe. A trickle charger isn't enough.

STANLEY BC25BS 25 Amp Bench Battery Charger with 75 Amp Engine Start and Alternator Check https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BYFSUJW..._ga2wBb9EE0F94

Looks like a good unit but I don't like that auto detection of battery type feature.

Even though I own it I'm not familiar with what you're talking about lol. It does have a polarity check which is nice I guess. Anyway, I used it for about 5 minutes and put it back in its box and it hasn't come back out since. It was good for what I needed it for and maybe someday I'll need to charge a battery.

XxThe_RemedyXx · 07-27-2018, 01:32 PM

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Originally Posted by BentZero

Even though I own it I'm not familiar with what you're talking about lol. It does have a polarity check which is nice I guess. Anyway, I used it for about 5 minutes and put it back in its box and it hasn't come back out since. It was good for what I needed it for and maybe someday I'll need to charge a battery.

haha! Fair enough.

TSA8151 · 07-28-2018, 12:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Bmwman325

Hey guys, I'm going to install bm3 soon, any difference in using a trickle charger vs a battery tender while programming?

I know my car was drawing at least 12 amps during the flashing process, but that was pretty much the limit to the charger.

Don't quote me on this but I read somewhere that a 8 amp charger and a good battery should be sufficient to avoid any problems.

XxThe_RemedyXx · 07-28-2018, 07:09 AM

I'm thinking of picking this unit up. Many great reviews and MHD users have been using it to flash their vehicles:

https://www.amazon.com/STANLEY-BC15B...01BYFSUJW?th=1

doodlebro · 07-30-2018, 01:20 PM

I used a 15A schumacher charger that worked great, Left it to get close to 100% before I started, but always had success with it.

XxThe_RemedyXx · 07-31-2018, 12:17 PM

Picked up the Stanley... I'm going to hook it up today and let the battery charge, then flash BM3.

https://www.amazon.com/STANLEY-BC15B...01BYFSUJW?th=1

BentZero · 07-31-2018, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by XxThe_RemedyXx

Picked up the Stanley... I'm going to hook it up today and let the battery charge, then flash BM3.

https://www.amazon.com/STANLEY-BC15B...01BYFSUJW?th=1

Nice! You're gonna love it man. I do on a daily basis.

XxThe_RemedyXx · 07-31-2018, 10:29 PM

Quick question peeps. Just flashed BM3, all good. Car is a fucking rocket, can't wait to drive more.

Regarding burble, I see the option to make changes like OEM, OTS, Custom and OFF. Do I choose my option and done, or after making adjustments do I have to reflash?

XxThe_RemedyXx · 08-01-2018, 07:16 AM

I think I answered my own question after some research. I made some changes and believe I have to reflash so the changes can take effect. For the TMAP Throttle Sensor, I have it set to OEM along with most other settings except for burble. I have that set to OTS. Seem about right?

View post on imgur.com

JaredG_F30 · 08-01-2018, 08:22 AM

Yep that's right. Welcome to the family. Now get that catless dp, throw in 3 gals of E85, flash the E30 OTS map and feel the next level of rocket power...lol

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Originally Posted by XxThe_RemedyXx

I think I answered my own question after some research. I made some changes and believe I have to reflash so the changes can take effect. For the TMAP Throttle Sensor, I have it set to OEM along with most other settings except for burble. I have that set to OTS. Seem about right?

View post on imgur.com

XxThe_RemedyXx · 08-03-2018, 02:43 PM

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Originally Posted by JaredG_F30

Yep that's right. Welcome to the family. Now get that catless dp, throw in 3 gals of E85, flash the E30 OTS map and feel the next level of rocket power...lol

LoL... Gonna get that DP soon and figure out where I can get my hands on some in NY.

Has PTF been working on updates to the n55 OTS maps? Any word on a version 7 or new features coming up? It's been a while since they've updated V6 right?

JaredG_F30 · 08-06-2018, 08:36 AM

Not that I know of. The N55 maps are pretty mature and they've cleaned up all the issues. I would like to see a GTS roar like they have for the S55. I think they are working on other app/website features and options more then tweaks to OTS maps at this point. Also, B58 is high on the priority list.

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Originally Posted by XxThe_RemedyXx

LoL... Gonna get that DP soon and figure out where I can get my hands on some in NY.

Has PTF been working on updates to the n55 OTS maps? Any word on a version 7 or new features coming up? It's been a while since they've updated V6 right?

Jimi1121 · 08-06-2018, 11:12 AM

Currently running the MHD stage 2 93oct map. Mods are intake,CP and DP. Wondering if it is worth switching over to the Bootmod. Just looking to get the best performance, not sure how many other guys have made the switch.

JaredG_F30 · 08-06-2018, 11:57 AM

Dfahmy did

https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1503489

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Originally Posted by Jimi1121

Currently running the MHD stage 2 93oct map. Mods are intake,CP and DP. Wondering if it is worth switching over to the Bootmod. Just looking to get the best performance, not sure how many other guys have made the switch.

Dfahmy · 08-06-2018, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by JaredG_F30

Dfahmy did

https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1503489

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Originally Posted by Jimi1121

Currently running the MHD stage 2 93oct map. Mods are intake,CP and DP. Wondering if it is worth switching over to the Bootmod. Just looking to get the best performance, not sure how many other guys have made the switch.

Yes I did, and the BM3 OTS maps are more powerful imo

Jadenkid22 · 08-06-2018, 10:52 PM

Bootmod3 down for anybody else? Says Reconnecting in the yellow top right corner and says "activating" forever when i try to activate my new bootmod3...

Update: left it on activating and 30 mins later, car activated !! Loading up stage 1 93 as we speak

JaredG_F30 · 08-07-2018, 08:00 AM

I've noticed that they do server updates frequently so if you ever run into a snag just give it some time.

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Originally Posted by Jadenkid22

Bootmod3 down for anybody else? Says Reconnecting in the yellow top right corner and says "activating" forever when i try to activate my new bootmod3...

Update: left it on activating and 30 mins later, car activated !! Loading up stage 1 93 as we speak

Jadenkid22 · 08-07-2018, 08:34 AM

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Originally Posted by JaredG_F30

I've noticed that they do server updates frequently so if you ever run into a snag just give it some time.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jadenkid22

Bootmod3 down for anybody else? Says Reconnecting in the yellow top right corner and says "activating" forever when i try to activate my new bootmod3...

Update: left it on activating and 30 mins later, car activated !! Loading up stage 1 93 as we speak

Hey I've tried looking for stage 1 and stage 2 differences everywhere. In terms of boost it should be like 17 psi vs 23 right ?

What else is different besides boost ?

Switching to stage 2 soon as my downpipe comes in next week.

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XxThe_RemedyXx Colonel 967 Rep 2,653 Posts Drives: 2016 340i xDrive Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Westchester, NY iTrader: (0)	Quick question peeps. Just flashed BM3, all good. Car is a fucking rocket, can't wait to drive more. Regarding burble, I see the option to make changes like OEM, OTS, Custom and OFF. Do I choose my option and done, or after making adjustments do I have to reflash? __________________ 2016 340i xDrive - BM3 Stage 2 93 OTS - xHP Transmission Tune Stage 2 - B58TU HPFP - Bilstein B14 - VRSF Catless DP - Kyostar CAI
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XxThe_RemedyXx Colonel 967 Rep 2,653 Posts Drives: 2016 340i xDrive Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Westchester, NY iTrader: (0)	I think I answered my own question after some research. I made some changes and believe I have to reflash so the changes can take effect. For the TMAP Throttle Sensor, I have it set to OEM along with most other settings except for burble. I have that set to OTS. Seem about right? View post on imgur.com
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Jadenkid22 Private First Class 46 Rep 107 Posts Drives: 2019 X3 30i M sport Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: New York city iTrader: (0)	Bootmod3 down for anybody else? Says Reconnecting in the yellow top right corner and says "activating" forever when i try to activate my new bootmod3... Update: left it on activating and 30 mins later, car activated !! Loading up stage 1 93 as we speak
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