BMS WW Methanol Kit

Mautofied17 · 02-21-2013, 08:23 PM

So I'm looking to purchase a BMW Methanol Injection Kit w/ JB4 Integration. I'm looking at the WW kit and the 2.2 Gallon Integrated Tank Kit.

I've been giving conflicting information about the WW kit. Some say it is a very safe kit; some say it will eventually cause your car to catch fire, so get the 2.2 gallon kit. Are the WW kits safe? I like them because of the ease of installation, price, the neat feature that you're not going to take up trunk space, and it warns you on the dash when your fluid is low.

What is your opinions? Honestly, I'd like to run the WW kit. But if it really does pose a potential risk, I'll pay the extra cash and buy the integrated tank kit.

SfValley335i · 02-21-2013, 08:27 PM

Some people have burned their cars with the WW kit, some have not. Decision is yours.

E90Company · 02-21-2013, 08:29 PM

Every WW kit carries a huge risk, I do not think is worth it. There have been many horror stories on here of the methanol leaking/blowing out the cap because of pressure or cornering. Once this happens the heat from the turbos/downpipes ignites the mix, and sets your bay on fire, catching the engine cover on fire quickly. Just buy a trunk mount kit. It's safer, only takes a little bit longer to hook up, and will save you big headaches in the future. Not to mention your pump will last longer not being exposed to engine bay heat.

Mautofied17 · 02-21-2013, 08:32 PM

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Originally Posted by SfValley335i

Some people have burned their cars with the WW kit, some have not. Decision is yours.

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Originally Posted by E90Company

Every WW kit carries a huge risk, I do not think is worth it. There have been many horror stories on here of the methanol leaking/blowing out the cap because of pressure or cornering. Once this happens the heat from the turbos/downpipes ignites the mix, and sets your bay on fire, catching the engine cover on fire quickly. Just buy a trunk mount kit. It's safer, only takes a little bit longer to hook up, and will save you big headaches in the future. Not to mention your pump will last longer not being exposed to engine bay heat.

Well, my decision has been made. Going with the 2.2 gallon integrated kit. Thanks!

335xi Kevo · 02-21-2013, 08:36 PM

After all the negative threads, maybe 3% have experienced an adverse effect. More people have ran the system without issue, but the few have experienced it have made it a viral campaign. Carnival just caught fire, now every ship is thought to catch fire... See the point?

The risk is very real and shouldn't be taken lightly, I switched to a trunk tank just so I could run 100% meth. Methanol has been known to dissolve rubber seals.

If the worst was to happen, you get a check from the insurance company. With warranty being close to out, maybe I will switch back

robc1976 · 02-21-2013, 08:44 PM

I am not a fan of the coolmist tank in anyway shape or form...period. It gets air in the lines and I had poor meth flow every other day, couldn't even Dyno my car with it. There nozzles and pump are good...line is great. I went with a devils own and it has been bullet proof...no leaks no air and instant response. I however did go with 4-AN. I do use the coolmist FSB via the jb4.

spool twice · 02-23-2013, 06:44 AM

I would run a tank kit because WW kits can run into priming issue's since the line typically isn't gravity fed to the meth pump unless you mount your pump directly below the WW tank.

Shameless sales pitch:
***buy my BMS kit

...Selling for $100 (pump, wires, meth lines, solenoids, WW pump mounting kit), You just need a controller ($150), and that 2.2G tank ($100) that you can buy directly from BMS.*** The main components have only been pumped approx 5 times since the parts were replaced not too long ago, so it's practically new http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=793727

neilvosko · 02-23-2013, 07:10 AM

Either way you go it's a lot of maintenance, checking lines for leakes, corrosion, etc. but trunk is way safer.

Mautofied17 · 02-25-2013, 12:00 AM

I'm debating not running meth at all. Too many risks. I will probably stick with race gas and E85.

Jeff@TopGearSolutions · 02-25-2013, 12:55 AM

After upgrading the fittings to metal my Devils Own kit with a basic 4 quart tank in the trunk was super reliable, mated with an ER CP and 2 meth bung setup. (tial bov).

That is what i recommend to anyone. I also tell everyone to avoid WW kits like the plague.

Mautofied17 · 02-25-2013, 12:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Jeff@TopGearSolutions

After upgrading the fittings to metal my Devils Own kit with a basic 4 quart tank in the trunk was super reliable, mated with an ER CP and 2 meth bung setup. (tial bov).

That is what i recommend to anyone. I also tell everyone to avoid WW kits like the plague.

I think I'm going to hold up on the meth for awhile, as I need to do some more research before jumping into it.

BTW, I have made a few changes to my order! I will be contacting you tomorrow to adjust a few things and get this stuff ordered!

Jeff@TopGearSolutions · 02-25-2013, 11:53 AM

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Originally Posted by SickStroke6.0

I think I'm going to hold up on the meth for awhile, as I need to do some more research before jumping into it.

BTW, I have made a few changes to my order! I will be contacting you tomorrow to adjust a few things and get this stuff ordered!

Sure no problem

335okc · 02-25-2013, 12:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jeff@TopGearSolutions

After upgrading the fittings to metal my Devils Own kit with a basic 4 quart tank in the trunk was super reliable, mated with an ER CP and 2 meth bung setup. (tial bov).

That is what i recommend to anyone. I also tell everyone to avoid WW kits like the plague.

I've always wanted a BOV, but i just don't see how dumping meth vapor to engine bay is a good idea?

02-21-2013, 08:23 PM	#1
Mautofied17 First Lieutenant 100 Rep 305 Posts Drives: 2024 M3 Competition xDrive Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Alabama iTrader: (0)	BMS WW Methanol Kit So I'm looking to purchase a BMW Methanol Injection Kit w/ JB4 Integration. I'm looking at the WW kit and the 2.2 Gallon Integrated Tank Kit. I've been giving conflicting information about the WW kit. Some say it is a very safe kit; some say it will eventually cause your car to catch fire, so get the 2.2 gallon kit. Are the WW kits safe? I like them because of the ease of installation, price, the neat feature that you're not going to take up trunk space, and it warns you on the dash when your fluid is low. What is your opinions? Honestly, I'd like to run the WW kit. But if it really does pose a potential risk, I'll pay the extra cash and buy the integrated tank kit. __________________ Blake - 2024 M3 Competition xDrive Square 826M 20" Wheels, Dinan HAS, Dinan Midpipe, Dinan Axle-Back Exhaust, Dinan 10/12mm Spacers, SST Valve Controller
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02-21-2013, 08:27 PM	#2
SfValley335i Colonel 164 Rep 2,409 Posts Drives: Current:135i Sold:335i sedan Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: City of Angels iTrader: (8)	Some people have burned their cars with the WW kit, some have not. Decision is yours.
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02-21-2013, 08:29 PM	#3
E90Company Major General 194 Rep 6,136 Posts Drives: Car Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: FL iTrader: (2)	Every WW kit carries a huge risk, I do not think is worth it. There have been many horror stories on here of the methanol leaking/blowing out the cap because of pressure or cornering. Once this happens the heat from the turbos/downpipes ignites the mix, and sets your bay on fire, catching the engine cover on fire quickly. Just buy a trunk mount kit. It's safer, only takes a little bit longer to hook up, and will save you big headaches in the future. Not to mention your pump will last longer not being exposed to engine bay heat.
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02-21-2013, 08:36 PM	#5
335xi Kevo Lieutenant 26 Rep 497 Posts Drives: 2008 335xi Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: CT iTrader: (3)	After all the negative threads, maybe 3% have experienced an adverse effect. More people have ran the system without issue, but the few have experienced it have made it a viral campaign. Carnival just caught fire, now every ship is thought to catch fire... See the point? The risk is very real and shouldn't be taken lightly, I switched to a trunk tank just so I could run 100% meth. Methanol has been known to dissolve rubber seals. If the worst was to happen, you get a check from the insurance company. With warranty being close to out, maybe I will switch back __________________ 08' 335xi 6MT Space Metallic Grey Premium, Nav, Cold weather, Sport Procede 2.5, DCI, Forge DV, PWM, Scoops, KW V1, ETS 5" FMIC, VRSF Downpipes, M3 Skirts
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02-21-2013, 08:44 PM	#6
robc1976 DIYER 614 Rep 5,521 Posts Drives: E90 335i Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Illinois iTrader: (14)	I am not a fan of the coolmist tank in anyway shape or form...period. It gets air in the lines and I had poor meth flow every other day, couldn't even Dyno my car with it. There nozzles and pump are good...line is great. I went with a devils own and it has been bullet proof...no leaks no air and instant response. I however did go with 4-AN. I do use the coolmist FSB via the jb4. __________________ JB4 G5, Stage 3 LPFP, Stage 2 MOTIV PI, VM 6466 ST, Custom OCC W/ SS lines, ER FMIC, ER CP W/HKS BOV, M3 control arms, M3 guide rods, M3 upper links, M3 front & rear sway-bars, HPA rear toe arms, Wavetrac LSD, HPF Gen 2, DEFIV kit, KW clubsport, Delrin solid SF bushings, stoptech rotors, Rogue Tranny Mounts, 1M bumper, M3 CF hood, M3 fenders, M3 OEM sideskirts, Mtech rear bumper, CSL trunk, MORR VS8.2 rims 245/295
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spool twice Rainbow Racer 1008 Rep 2,539 Posts Drives: BMW M4cs Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Tampa Bay, FL Area iTrader: (7) Garage List 2019 M4cs [0.00]	I would run a tank kit because WW kits can run into priming issue's since the line typically isn't gravity fed to the meth pump unless you mount your pump directly below the WW tank. Shameless sales pitch: *buy my BMS kit ...Selling for $100 (pump, wires, meth lines, solenoids, WW pump mounting kit), You just need a controller ($150), and that 2.2G tank ($100) that you can buy directly from BMS.* The main components have only been pumped approx 5 times since the parts were replaced not too long ago, so it's practically new http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=793727 __________________ -Loe P.- Prior Car:'14 Audi S5 3.0t DSG [ APR ECU/TCU \| Pullies + basic bolt-on mods \| 10.861@127.90mph ] Current Car: F82 M4cs \| TT-RS \| On Order: i4 M50
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02-23-2013, 07:10 AM	#8
neilvosko Lieutenant Colonel 89 Rep 1,529 Posts Drives: 335i e92 FBO Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: miami iTrader: (19)	Either way you go it's a lot of maintenance, checking lines for leakes, corrosion, etc. but trunk is way safer.
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02-25-2013, 12:00 AM	#9
Mautofied17 First Lieutenant 100 Rep 305 Posts Drives: 2024 M3 Competition xDrive Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Alabama iTrader: (0)	I'm debating not running meth at all. Too many risks. I will probably stick with race gas and E85. __________________ Blake - 2024 M3 Competition xDrive Square 826M 20" Wheels, Dinan HAS, Dinan Midpipe, Dinan Axle-Back Exhaust, Dinan 10/12mm Spacers, SST Valve Controller
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Jeff@TopGearSolutions 3441 Rep 79,211 Posts Drives: C6 Z06, 09 335i, 10 335xi Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: www.TopGearSolutions.com iTrader: (37)	After upgrading the fittings to metal my Devils Own kit with a basic 4 quart tank in the trunk was super reliable, mated with an ER CP and 2 meth bung setup. (tial bov). That is what i recommend to anyone. I also tell everyone to avoid WW kits like the plague.
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