bootmod3 for BMW F series Vehicles - General Discussion

JaredG_F30 · 11-02-2018, 08:07 AM

I made an Excel spreadsheet that accounts for the fuel in the tank, ethanol content and octane then I can manipulate the additional gasoline and ethanol added to calculate my new ethanol content and octane. An easier way is to run the tank almost completely empty so you have a fresh start. I also will run through a couple tanks of only gasoline to get a definite fresh start.

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Originally Posted by Guerillah

When running e30, how do you guys manage to keep the ethanol content consistently at/around 30% after multiple fill ups? I feel like it's a big guessing game since you don't really know how much fuel is in your tank.. ?? I have a e85 station about 6 miles away which is why I ask.

FastF30 · 11-02-2018, 11:05 AM

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Originally Posted by JaredG_F30

I made an Excel spreadsheet that accounts for the fuel in the tank, ethanol content and octane then I can manipulate the additional gasoline and ethanol added to calculate my new ethanol content and octane. An easier way is to run the tank almost completely empty so you have a fresh start. I also will run through a couple tanks of only gasoline to get a definite fresh start.

There is a free app called "E85 blend" in the play store that does exactly what your excel sheet does

That E85 sensor is a great idea.... but no matter what you need some kind of tester for the pump before the fill up.... E85 at the pump could be E40

cxp213 · 11-02-2018, 11:25 AM

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Originally Posted by FastF30

That E85 sensor is a great idea.... but no matter what you need some kind of tester for the pump before the fill up.... E85 at the pump could be E40

I thought they all had to be between a specific range, depending on the season/blend? I don't think they can market it as E85 when it's below 70% (winter blend).

FastF30 · 11-02-2018, 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by cxp213

I thought they all had to be between a specific range, depending on the season/blend? I don't think they can market it as E85 when it's below 70% (winter blend).

Well the video and from what I've read from numerous sources is that E85 is never E85 and that you should always check and adjust accordingly especially if you plan at running at the max limit...

Guerillah · 11-02-2018, 05:14 PM

I miss my Evo days when I could just run pure e-85 without having worry about mixing, lol..

Check out my log I took on the way home from work... It seems I might have a boost leak. Anything else look off? 91 octane, stage 2 with vrsf 5" hd fmic, charge pipes, and down pipe and afe dry panel filter @ 2000ft elevation.
http://www.bootmod3.net/log?id=5bdcc48cd10b437ebbf3391e

ronanz · 11-02-2018, 08:23 PM

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Originally Posted by FastF30

Well the video and from what I've read from numerous sources is that E85 is never E85 and that you should always check and adjust accordingly especially if you plan at running at the max limit...

This ^^ 100%

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ceedawg · 11-03-2018, 06:23 AM

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Originally Posted by ronanz

This is what I use.... Fuel-It Flex-Fuel Sensor BT Analyzer

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Where did you install the flex fuel sensor? I like that and how did you get it to work Thanks

ronanz · 11-03-2018, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by ceedawg

Where did you install the flex fuel sensor? I like that and how did you get it to work Thanks

I had kit installed locally (Scottsdale, AZ)

Kit utilizing its own App..

Android App

IOS

My kit was installed in same location as video...Hope that helps ..

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ceedawg · 11-03-2018, 01:01 PM

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Originally Posted by ronanz

I had kit installed locally (Scottsdale, AZ)

Kit utilizing its own App..

Android App

IOS

My kit was installed in same location as video...Hope that helps ..

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Thanks! Good stuff. That sensor is a must have!!

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proTUNING Freaks · 11-11-2018, 02:05 PM

UPDATE:

https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1554177

Martin.328 · 11-13-2018, 11:48 AM

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Originally Posted by F30_SixSpeed

F30 N55 335i PWG - PS2 Turbo + FBO. STOCK Fuel system 93 octane.

Stock tune and OTS S2H 93 oct v7.1

Gainzzz

Nice pump #s congrats

Waltabeast · 11-21-2018, 09:00 AM

Hello All,

Rookie question. I'm going to be getting a FMIC, cp, and catless dp installed at a shop about 25miles from home and then will run the bootmod3 stage 2. Should I tune the car to stage 2 before the bolt ons are installed, or drive back and then tune the car? Don't know which is the safer option for the vehicle.

Thanks!

ThomasR · 11-21-2018, 09:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Waltabeast

Hello All,

Rookie question. I'm going to be getting a FMIC, cp, and catless dp installed at a shop about 25miles from home and then will run the bootmod3 stage 2. Should I tune the car to stage 2 before the bolt ons or installed, or drive back and then tune the car? Don't know which is the safer option for the vehicle.

Thanks!

Bolt ons first. Tune AFTER.

BentZero · 11-21-2018, 11:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Waltabeast

Hello All,

Rookie question. I'm going to be getting a FMIC, cp, and catless dp installed at a shop about 25miles from home and then will run the bootmod3 stage 2. Should I tune the car to stage 2 before the bolt ons or installed, or drive back and then tune the car? Don't know which is the safer option for the vehicle.

Thanks!

I'd tune after. Not only is it safer, but you'll also be able to make comparisons to the bolt-ons with stage 1 vs stage 2.

Waltabeast · 11-24-2018, 02:09 PM

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Originally Posted by BentZero

I'd tune after. Not only is it safer, but you'll also be able to make comparisons to the bolt-ons with stage 1 vs stage 2.

Unfortunately I will be tuning straight to stage 2. I don’t want to risk going to stage 1 with the stock chargepipe.

BentZero · 11-24-2018, 02:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Waltabeast

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Originally Posted by BentZero

I'd tune after. Not only is it safer, but you'll also be able to make comparisons to the bolt-ons with stage 1 vs stage 2.

Unfortunately I will be tuning straight to stage 2. I don't want to risk going to stage 1 with the stock chargepipe.

I've been running stage 1 with stock charge pipe for months. no issues and I'm far from conservative with it. Not saying to do it. just that I've been okay so far. Congrats though. I look forward to your impression of the setup.

TDOTF30 · 11-26-2018, 04:03 PM

Has anyone come across the DME details unavailable error??? I’m trying to activate my license and when I open up the bootmod3 agent it connects to the car and pulls the VIN however it fails to retrieve the software version of my DME and states “error DME details unavailable” I opened a ticket with PTF but the service has been subpar so far... I’ve tried all the troubleshooting steps such as disconnecting the negative terminal on the battery and all settings on my laptop have been adjusted accordingly. I’m not sure if there’s something I may be missing? If anyone has some insight I would greatly appreciate it!

proTUNING Freaks · 11-26-2018, 04:11 PM

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Originally Posted by TDOTF30

Has anyone come across the DME details unavailable error??? I’m trying to activate my license and when I open up the bootmod3 agent it connects to the car and pulls the VIN however it fails to retrieve the software version of my DME and states “error DME details unavailable” I opened a ticket with PTF but the service has been subpar so far... I’ve tried all the troubleshooting steps such as disconnecting the negative terminal on the battery and all settings on my laptop have been adjusted accordingly. I’m not sure if there’s something I may be missing? If anyone has some insight I would greatly appreciate it!

Hey TDOTF30 , sorry to hear you're having issues. It may be a cable issue or something blocking the DME readout of software IDs. What is your support ticket number please?

TDOTF30 · 11-26-2018, 04:23 PM

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Originally Posted by proTUNING Freaks

Hey TDOTF30 , sorry to hear you're having issues. It may be a cable issue or something blocking the DME readout of software IDs. What is your support ticket number please?

Ticket number is BCS-6211

Waltabeast · 11-26-2018, 11:34 PM

In order to view the gauges such as IAT from the iPhone while driving, would you need the OBD agent?

ronanz · 11-26-2018, 11:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Waltabeast

In order to view the gauges such as IAT from the iPhone while driving, would you need the OBD agent?

Yes

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ChristosD · 11-27-2018, 05:34 AM

can i fitt the NGK plugs gapped to 0.022 as well as my other stage two mods(dp intake FMIC) and then drive down the road with the stock file (basically 1 mile) to my tuner to have the car flashed with stage 2 91 bm3 is this safe?

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Waltabeast Private First Class 72 Rep 145 Posts Drives: 2016 435i M sport Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Fontana, California iTrader: (0)	Hello All, Rookie question. I'm going to be getting a FMIC, cp, and catless dp installed at a shop about 25miles from home and then will run the bootmod3 stage 2. Should I tune the car to stage 2 before the bolt ons are installed, or drive back and then tune the car? Don't know which is the safer option for the vehicle. Thanks! Last edited by Waltabeast; 11-23-2018 at 03:39 PM..
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TDOTF30 Enlisted Member 7 Rep 40 Posts Drives: F30 328i xDrive Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	Has anyone come across the DME details unavailable error??? I’m trying to activate my license and when I open up the bootmod3 agent it connects to the car and pulls the VIN however it fails to retrieve the software version of my DME and states “error DME details unavailable” I opened a ticket with PTF but the service has been subpar so far... I’ve tried all the troubleshooting steps such as disconnecting the negative terminal on the battery and all settings on my laptop have been adjusted accordingly. I’m not sure if there’s something I may be missing? If anyone has some insight I would greatly appreciate it!
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Waltabeast Private First Class 72 Rep 145 Posts Drives: 2016 435i M sport Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Fontana, California iTrader: (0)	In order to view the gauges such as IAT from the iPhone while driving, would you need the OBD agent?
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ChristosD First Lieutenant 97 Rep 373 Posts Drives: m135i Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Durban iTrader: (0)	can i fitt the NGK plugs gapped to 0.022 as well as my other stage two mods(dp intake FMIC) and then drive down the road with the stock file (basically 1 mile) to my tuner to have the car flashed with stage 2 91 bm3 is this safe?
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