To the GIAC flashers

DisGuy · 07-19-2010, 09:03 PM

as of today for all the people who flashed their e9X with the GIAC flash have you seen any problems with it. any thrown codes or issues with it. my warranty is almost up and i have decided to flash my car with the stage 1 flash.

enrita · 07-20-2010, 12:52 AM

never had an issue when i had mine flashed , both stage 1 and stage 2plus. Just try it .

Alpina_B3_Lux · 07-20-2010, 02:43 AM

My only issue so far (but this may not be decisive for people in the US) is that the speed limiter has not been deactivated. But GIAC should be working on that as well, so it may be fixed with the next iteration of their software.

Otherwise the flash is great, incredibly powerful, smooth and lots of fun to drive.

Alpina_B3_Lux

Bomis · 07-20-2010, 02:53 AM

had stg2+ for 4 months now, best tune out there, no codes what so ever, just pure consistent raw power....the tourque is unbelievable....its everywhere...

cstavaru · 07-20-2010, 03:15 AM

I have 4 months until my warranty is up...I am waiting for that "Stage 1+" from GIAC because I am afraid Stage 2 puts too much strain on the engine and I need it to work a long time

Is "Stage 1+" available by now or was it just a rumor ?

enrita · 07-20-2010, 03:21 AM

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Originally Posted by cstavaru

I have 4 months until my warranty is up...I am waiting for that "Stage 1+" from GIAC because I am afraid Stage 2 puts too much strain on the engine and I need it to work a long time

Is "Stage 1+" available by now or was it just a rumor ?

just contact your closest dealer and get your ECU read out. Since you are stock you should get Stage 1.

Kelvin1000 · 07-20-2010, 05:40 AM

I have had zero problems with the tune. It is fantastic!

I have gone through Dinan Stage 2, Procede V3, JB3 1.4 and finally the GIAC Stage 1 then Stage 2 and I wished I would have just waited for GIAC.

Search for my reviews, comparisons and Dynos.

WWM3 · 07-20-2010, 07:01 AM

I just got flashed with stage one yesterday.The power delivery is just like stock - fantastic. I started the car up this morning and it felt even quicker.

roadkillrob · 07-20-2010, 07:42 AM

Been running Stage 1 for almost a year now - nothing but perfect - no issues what so ever and the power curve is awesome - like noted above, just like stock only more of it!

BobS · 07-20-2010, 10:49 AM

Running a Stg 1 GIAC flash now, had it for only 600 miles (my car isn't a daily driver) but the power is awesome and reallllly consistant! I am going to post a write up with Dyno's comparison's soon. The car feels stock but way faster, no codes, no hiccups, consistant power everytime, everywhere. I couldn't be happier...

What is this GIAC Stg 1+ your talking about???

ajvee · 07-20-2010, 11:03 AM

Awesome flash. Consistent, smooth, and powerful.

As a side question, the stage 1 flash recommends an exhaust. Are any of you stage 1 guys running an exhaust? If so, what sort of gains might I expect if I just add some midpipes and an axleback?

Thanks.

enrita · 07-20-2010, 11:06 AM

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Originally Posted by ajvee

Awesome flash. Consistent, smooth, and powerful.

As a side question, the stage 1 flash recommends an exhaust. Are any of you stage 1 guys running an exhaust? If so, what sort of gains might I expect if I just add some midpipes and an axleback?

Thanks.

stage 1 is for stock car so no need for an exhaust . even if you put midpipes without cats and mufflers the gains would be minimal.

NRG · 07-20-2010, 10:17 PM

Had the Stage 1 for more then a year now, with numerous dealer visits. Zero problems, just very consistent power. Soon to be Stage 1+.

TwnTrboCAT1212 · 07-21-2010, 08:22 AM

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Originally Posted by NRG

Had the Stage 1 for more then a year now, with numerous dealer visits. Zero problems, just very consistent power. Soon to be Stage 1+.

What Mods. are required / optimal to have for this new Stage 1+ people are speaking of? I was planning on getting just the S1 flash in the next couple of weeks, but since I have an exhaust with secondary cat delete and soon to be installed DCI, would an S1+ be more beneficial for me? if so, when is the expected release date of the Stage 1+ files? thanks

~Chris~

k3silk · 07-21-2010, 08:28 AM

Not trying to Hi-Jack the thread but can everyone post the price you paid for your stage one. I'm getting a quote of $950 that's sounds a little high?

NRG · 07-21-2010, 08:42 AM

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Originally Posted by TwnTrboCAT1212

What Mods. are required / optimal to have for this new Stage 1+ people are speaking of? I was planning on getting just the S1 flash in the next couple of weeks, but since I have an exhaust with secondary cat delete and soon to be installed DCI, would an S1+ be more beneficial for me? if so, when is the expected release date of the Stage 1+ files? thanks

~Chris~

For Stage 1+ you'll need an upgraded IC, all your other mods are recommended but not required to run Stage 1+. It hasn't been publicly released yet though.

NRG · 07-21-2010, 08:47 AM

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Originally Posted by k3silk

Not trying to Hi-Jack the thread but can everyone post the price you paid for your stage one. I'm getting a quote of $950 that's sounds a little high?

When flash was first released it was around $800, now it's close to a grand in a place I purchased it. You're price is around there.

roadkillrob · 07-21-2010, 09:12 AM

$800 for the flash itself and then you pay labor - typically most places will charge either a half hour or one hour for the install - it took mine about 2.5 hours to load, but obviously they are not actually doing anything most of that time hence the reduced labor price. My labor was $50 for a half hour of labor - $850 total.

Mr. 5 · 07-21-2010, 09:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Alpina_B3_Lux

My only issue so far (but this may not be decisive for people in the US) is that the speed limiter has not been deactivated. But GIAC should be working on that as well, so it may be fixed with the next iteration of their software.

Otherwise the flash is great, incredibly powerful, smooth and lots of fun to drive.

Alpina_B3_Lux

That's my only complaint as well.
I got up to 155 and it felt like something was happeneing to my engine, so I tried it again and logged it and boost dropped right when I hit 155 and throttle closed as well.

As far as everything else, it's the best tune I've ran. It isn't as smooth as stock; it's smoother than stock. I've been to Laguna Seca two times with this tune and never had any sort of limp mode or CEL.
The entire time I've had the flash, I have never experienced any limp mode or CEL.
The sad thing is that limp modes and CELs seem to be considered a normal thing on this forum since so many have had them.

Mr. 5 · 07-21-2010, 09:23 AM

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Originally Posted by cstavaru

I have 4 months until my warranty is up...I am waiting for that "Stage 1+" from GIAC because I am afraid Stage 2 puts too much strain on the engine and I need it to work a long time

Is "Stage 1+" available by now or was it just a rumor ?

If you have the supporting mods for stage 2 then you will be working your engine at about the same rate as stage 1.
I'm running stage 2+, but the only reason why I'm able to use the 2+ is because of the methanol. There is actually a big difference between 2 and 2+.

marper331 · 07-21-2010, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by roadkillrob

$800 for the flash itself and then you pay labor - typically most places will charge either a half hour or one hour for the install - it took mine about 2.5 hours to load, but obviously they are not actually doing anything most of that time hence the reduced labor price. My labor was $50 for a half hour of labor - $850 total.

Where did you have it done? I am thinking about getting my car flashed.

BzzzBom · 07-21-2010, 10:26 AM

I have had the GIAC stage 1 flash for several months and I paid about $800.00 installed which I consider inexpensive compared to what you get from the piggybacks. My only concern is that GIAC service is so-so. Nothing can compare to Terry's service at BMS.

07-19-2010, 09:03 PM	#1
DisGuy Captain 68 Rep 866 Posts Drives: M Three Powah Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: DmV iTrader: (4)	To the GIAC flashers as of today for all the people who flashed their e9X with the GIAC flash have you seen any problems with it. any thrown codes or issues with it. my warranty is almost up and i have decided to flash my car with the stage 1 flash.
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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)	never had an issue when i had mine flashed , both stage 1 and stage 2plus. Just try 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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Alpina_B3_Lux Colonel 263 Rep 2,559 Posts Drives: Audi R8 LMX, BMW M550i xDrive Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Germany iTrader: (0) Garage List 2009 335i [8.90]	My only issue so far (but this may not be decisive for people in the US) is that the speed limiter has not been deactivated. But GIAC should be working on that as well, so it may be fixed with the next iteration of their software. Otherwise the flash is great, incredibly powerful, smooth and lots of fun to drive. Alpina_B3_Lux __________________ Audi R8 LMX, BMW M550i xDrive (G30 LCI); gone: Alpina B3 3,3 (E46), BMW 335i, Audi R8 V10 manual, Audi R8 V10, BMW M235i, BMW 550i F10
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Bomis Captain 63 Rep 989 Posts Drives: BMW E92 M3 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Sweden iTrader: (1)	had stg2+ for 4 months now, best tune out there, no codes what so ever, just pure consistent raw power....the tourque is unbelievable....its everywhere... __________________ EURO E92 M3 2008 6MT Interlagos ///*Fully Loaded!* Evolve-R ECU Flash/Gintani Sport Exhaust/MS Stg2 Intake Kit/H&R Springs/MS 18/15 mm spacers/Bmw Perf. Grills/Gloss Black side gills/LCI Tails/LUX V3's/RD license plate leds
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cstavaru Brigadier General 313 Rep 3,262 Posts Drives: 2009 335i M Sport Sedan 6MT Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Bucharest, Romania iTrader: (0)	I have 4 months until my warranty is up...I am waiting for that "Stage 1+" from GIAC because I am afraid Stage 2 puts too much strain on the engine and I need it to work a long time Is "Stage 1+" available by now or was it just a rumor ? __________________ Mods(click): Cobb + RB Turbos \| Aquamist HFS-4 Meth \| Drexler LSD \| Bilstein B12 Pro-Kit \| Custom K&N Apollo Intake \| Wagner Intercooler \| Macht Schnell Downpipes \| BMW Performance Power Kit \| BMW Performance Exhaust \| BMW Performance Short Shifter \| M3 Subframe Bushings \|
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Kelvin1000 Major 253 Rep 1,297 Posts Drives: 2019 BMW M2 Competition MT Hoc Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Miami, FL iTrader: (4)	I have had zero problems with the tune. It is fantastic! I have gone through Dinan Stage 2, Procede V3, JB3 1.4 and finally the GIAC Stage 1 then Stage 2 and I wished I would have just waited for GIAC. Search for my reviews, comparisons and Dynos.
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WWM3 Lieutenant Colonel 964 Rep 1,899 Posts Drives: 2018 GT3 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: PA iTrader: (9)	I just got flashed with stage one yesterday.The power delivery is just like stock - fantastic. I started the car up this morning and it felt even quicker.
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roadkillrob Major General 860 Rep 5,447 Posts Drives: 08 335i,22 X3M, 2012 C63 Black Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Boston iTrader: (15)	Been running Stage 1 for almost a year now - nothing but perfect - no issues what so ever and the power curve is awesome - like noted above, just like stock only more of it! __________________ 2022 X3M Brooklyn Grey 2008 E93 335i FBO 2012 Mercedes C63 Black Series Alanite Grey
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07-20-2010, 10:49 AM	#10
BobS Colonel 97 Rep 2,002 Posts Drives: M3 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Southern NJ iTrader: (0)	Running a Stg 1 GIAC flash now, had it for only 600 miles (my car isn't a daily driver) but the power is awesome and reallllly consistant! I am going to post a write up with Dyno's comparison's soon. The car feels stock but way faster, no codes, no hiccups, consistant power everytime, everywhere. I couldn't be happier... What is this GIAC Stg 1+ your talking about??? __________________ ESS 650 ACM-R Upgrades
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07-20-2010, 11:03 AM	#11
ajvee Major 118 Rep 1,451 Posts Drives: None Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: None iTrader: (13)	Awesome flash. Consistent, smooth, and powerful. As a side question, the stage 1 flash recommends an exhaust. Are any of you stage 1 guys running an exhaust? If so, what sort of gains might I expect if I just add some midpipes and an axleback? Thanks.
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NRG Lieutenant Colonel 36 Rep 1,658 Posts Drives: 2012 X5 35d Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Montreal QC iTrader: (5)	Had the Stage 1 for more then a year now, with numerous dealer visits. Zero problems, just very consistent power. Soon to be Stage 1+. __________________ Retired: 2005 N52 E90 330i Sport 6AT Retired: 2007 N54 E92 335i Sport 6AT Current: 2012 M57 E70 X5 xDrive35D
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07-21-2010, 08:28 AM	#15
k3silk Banned 147 Rep 1,103 Posts Drives: 11 M3 & 14 M5 Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: M.D iTrader: (6)	Not trying to Hi-Jack the thread but can everyone post the price you paid for your stage one. I'm getting a quote of $950 that's sounds a little high?
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07-21-2010, 09:12 AM	#18
roadkillrob Major General 860 Rep 5,447 Posts Drives: 08 335i,22 X3M, 2012 C63 Black Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Boston iTrader: (15)	$800 for the flash itself and then you pay labor - typically most places will charge either a half hour or one hour for the install - it took mine about 2.5 hours to load, but obviously they are not actually doing anything most of that time hence the reduced labor price. My labor was $50 for a half hour of labor - $850 total. __________________ 2022 X3M Brooklyn Grey 2008 E93 335i FBO 2012 Mercedes C63 Black Series Alanite Grey
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07-21-2010, 10:26 AM	#22
BzzzBom Major 93 Rep 1,216 Posts Drives: 05 R53 MINI / 09 335i Coupe Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (0)	I have had the GIAC stage 1 flash for several months and I paid about $800.00 installed which I consider inexpensive compared to what you get from the piggybacks. My only concern is that GIAC service is so-so. Nothing can compare to Terry's service at BMS.
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