What Next? (considering removal time)

MrZippy · 10-06-2008, 09:44 AM

So now that I have JB3 and the dual cone intake on the way, I must begin thinking about the next power mod to make. First, the JB3 gives the most gain for the money. Next, the intake is second in performance value. So, what comes next in this natural progression?

My problem is that I do not want to spend very much time removing components before service. That means, no exhaust work which unfortunately should be the next upgrade. Also, the intercooler is out. What is left? Should I just be happy with this for another 47,000 miles until the warranty expires?

5soko · 10-06-2008, 09:47 AM

yes you shoul be happy! esp since your not leaving any room to work with.
pour some 100 octane in there straight every now and then. will def make u happy.

jeho · 10-06-2008, 09:49 AM

meth injection for SUPER POWER and also cause our engine gets sooo hot in temps

Makushr1 · 10-06-2008, 10:03 AM

I would say FMIC. But, I would also think you would be fine with an exhuast upgrade.

MrZippy · 10-06-2008, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Makushr1

I would say FMIC. But, I would also think you would be fine with an exhuast upgrade.

According to my service advisor, anything done could void my warranty. According to my sales dude, if I remove the add-ons before coming in for a related issue, life is good. Now, only increasing exhaust flow makes more power. In my opinion, and I may be wrong, that means higher flow cats or no cats. I would want to switch the exhaust back to stock for any service though. That would be a lot of work I think since I would be doing the work myself. This is my quandary.

jeho · 10-06-2008, 10:44 AM

I changed my section 3 and also removed the secondary cats on section 1.
my SA says it is fine as long as I get the OEM pieces welded back on when I return the car when lease is up.

The only thing that can cause issues with warranty would be removing DP/Turbos/FMIC.
The FMIC is pretty simple direct swap.

Makushr1 · 10-06-2008, 10:47 AM

From my understanding, it the problem you have stems from the mod (this example being the exhaust) its self, then you may have voided your warranty. But if something goes wrong with anything other than your exhaust, you will still have your warranty. I am very concerned about modding my car. I dont plan on doing any major performance mods, other than intake, SSTT, and exhaust, till my warranty is up. I understand where you're coming from, but I think exhaust will be fine. Dont do somethign if it makes you uneasy tho!

darkphantom · 10-06-2008, 12:01 PM

go w/ some cosmetic upgrades + some air scoops (you can either DIY or buy the swoop scoops!)

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MrZippy Private First Class 16 Rep 185 Posts Drives: :sevirD Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: USA iTrader: (2)	What Next? (considering removal time) So now that I have JB3 and the dual cone intake on the way, I must begin thinking about the next power mod to make. First, the JB3 gives the most gain for the money. Next, the intake is second in performance value. So, what comes next in this natural progression? My problem is that I do not want to spend very much time removing components before service. That means, no exhaust work which unfortunately should be the next upgrade. Also, the intercooler is out. What is left? Should I just be happy with this for another 47,000 miles until the warranty expires? __________________ had an '08 335i e90
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5soko Brigadier General 333 Rep 4,632 Posts Drives: M5 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Brooklyn, NY iTrader: (4)	yes you shoul be happy! esp since your not leaving any room to work with. pour some 100 octane in there straight every now and then. will def make u happy.
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jeho ig: jeffersonho 148 Rep 2,182 Posts Drives: E90M3.E36M3 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: PNW iTrader: (6)	meth injection for SUPER POWER and also cause our engine gets sooo hot in temps __________________ E36 M3 on TE37SL E90 M3 on TE37SL http://instagram.com/jeffersonho
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Makushr1 Lieutenant 114 Rep 480 Posts Drives: 2008 335i Sedan Auto Join Date: May 2008 Location: Texas iTrader: (2)	I would say FMIC. But, I would also think you would be fine with an exhuast upgrade. __________________ 2008 Montego Blue E90 ll Custom K&N Dual Cone Intake ll Aluminum OEM Pedals ll 25% Tint ll M3 Spoiler To Do (Cosmetic): Black Line lights, Lux 4.0 Angel Eyes, 19" CSL HyperBlack To Do (Performance): Exhaust (still undecided which brand), SSTT, FMIC (unsure what type)
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jeho ig: jeffersonho 148 Rep 2,182 Posts Drives: E90M3.E36M3 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: PNW iTrader: (6)	I changed my section 3 and also removed the secondary cats on section 1. my SA says it is fine as long as I get the OEM pieces welded back on when I return the car when lease is up. The only thing that can cause issues with warranty would be removing DP/Turbos/FMIC. The FMIC is pretty simple direct swap. __________________ E36 M3 on TE37SL E90 M3 on TE37SL http://instagram.com/jeffersonho
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Makushr1 Lieutenant 114 Rep 480 Posts Drives: 2008 335i Sedan Auto Join Date: May 2008 Location: Texas iTrader: (2)	From my understanding, it the problem you have stems from the mod (this example being the exhaust) its self, then you may have voided your warranty. But if something goes wrong with anything other than your exhaust, you will still have your warranty. I am very concerned about modding my car. I dont plan on doing any major performance mods, other than intake, SSTT, and exhaust, till my warranty is up. I understand where you're coming from, but I think exhaust will be fine. Dont do somethign if it makes you uneasy tho! __________________ 2008 Montego Blue E90 ll Custom K&N Dual Cone Intake ll Aluminum OEM Pedals ll 25% Tint ll M3 Spoiler To Do (Cosmetic): Black Line lights, Lux 4.0 Angel Eyes, 19" CSL HyperBlack To Do (Performance): Exhaust (still undecided which brand), SSTT, FMIC (unsure what type)
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darkphantom Banned 595 Rep 5,946 Posts Drives: E93 335i Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: The place for Bimmers iTrader: (4)	go w/ some cosmetic upgrades + some air scoops (you can either DIY or buy the swoop scoops!)
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