[Chris_Rav]

Originally Posted by Sidewinderpb

Oh god, wait!! Did you cut the diode? If not, then do not drive that thing until you do so!

Take a look here: http://www.n54tech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=17800

There's instructions on how to do it (super easy), and download links for the latest firmware (5.3).

If I recall correctly, I believe that my firmware date was inaccurate as well on the JB4 interface.

I haven't cut the diode or uploaded any of the ISO .hex files (Although I don't know if the previous owner cut the diode). The Hex file that I uploaded was "N55_081712.HEX". Everything seemed to run fine or did I do something seriously wrong? Either way I'm not driving the car until probably friday.

EDIT: Its the HEX file attached to this post: http://www.n54tech.com/forums/showpo...08&postcount=1

[Sidewinderpb]

Originally Posted by Chris_Rav

I haven't cut the diode or uploaded any of the ISO .hex files (Although I don't know if the previous owner cut the diode). The Hex file that I uploaded was "N55_081712.HEX". Everything seemed to run fine or did I do something seriously wrong? Either way I'm not driving the car until probably friday.

EDIT: Its the HEX file attached to this post: http://www.n54tech.com/forums/showpo...08&postcount=1

Oh alright you're safe. That's pre-ISO software, so you're in the clear. The newest software is ISO 5.3 - for which you will have to cut the diode.

[Chris_Rav]

Originally Posted by Sidewinderpb

Oh alright you're safe. That's pre-ISO software, so you're in the clear. The newest software is ISO 5.3 - for which you will have to cut the diode.

Okay thanks man, Would you recommend cutting the diode to get up to ISO 5.3?

[Sidewinderpb]

Originally Posted by Chris_Rav

Okay thanks man, Would you recommend cutting the diode to get up to ISO 5.3?

It's really up to you. On one hand, don't fix what ain't broke. On the other, why would you not want the newest software?

I've had issues since the update, but I'm beginning to believe that it's because my car is a lemon. For others, it seems to have fixed a bunch of issues!

Either way, don't let the diode deter you. It's super easy and fool-proof - sans the utmost foolish of fools.

[Chris_Rav]

Originally Posted by Sidewinderpb

It's really up to you. On one hand, don't fix what ain't broke. On the other, why would you not want the newest software?

I've had issues since the update, but I'm beginning to believe that it's because my car is a lemon. For others, it seems to have fixed a bunch of issues!

Either way, don't let the diode deter you. It's super easy and fool-proof - sans the utmost foolish of fools.

Ill definitely think about it, Ill see how I like it as is for now

[Gearhead327]

How has the JB been working for you?

[Chris_Rav]

Originally Posted by Gearhead327

How has the JB been working for you?

I drove it the past weekend with no issues, I'm absolutely loving it. The gains on a mostly stock engine (only bms intake) is amazing. It's so much more then I was expecting, I feel like i have the fastest car on the road lol

[Gearhead327]

Awesome! sounds like a good feeling. I just started to collect parts for my car. Just bought a DP so far. Now I'm going to get a CP and JB4

[Sidewinderpb]

Originally Posted by Chris_Rav

I drove it the past weekend with no issues, I'm absolutely loving it. The gains on a mostly stock engine (only bms intake) is amazing. It's so much more then I was expecting, I feel like i have the fastest car on the road lol

Isn't it almost shocking, how much power that thing can pump out with just the JB4?

Originally Posted by Gearhead327

Awesome! sounds like a good feeling. I just started to collect parts for my car. Just bought a DP so far. Now I'm going to get a CP and JB4

Perfect first mods. Should have done JB4, then downpipe though

[jjurroz]

just put my AR Catless DP for sale if anyone is interested.

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=970309

taking offers as well.

[Gearhead327]

Originally Posted by Sidewinderpb

Isn't it almost shocking, how much power that thing can pump out with just the JB4?



Perfect first mods. Should have done JB4, then downpipe though

I will put the JB and CP on first then the DP. Got a good deal on one so just bought it. Looking for an ER CP because I like the stock mounting attachment.

[Sidewinderpb]

Originally Posted by Gearhead327

I will put the JB and CP on first then the DP. Got a good deal on one so just bought it. Looking for an ER CP because I like the stock mounting attachment.

Yeah, can't pass up a good deal . I think I recently saw a CP for sale in the classifieds here.

Originally Posted by jjurroz

just put my AR Catless DP for sale if anyone is interested.

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=970309

taking offers as well.

Dude, this is the third place you've posted your ad. Just keep that shit in the classifieds.

[Chris_Rav]

Originally Posted by Sidewinderpb

Isn't it almost shocking, how much power that thing can pump out with just the JB4?

It really is amazing, If the car came from the factory running like it does on just Map 1 there would be no competition from the other manufactures.

[Chris_Rav]

Originally Posted by Sidewinderpb

Yeah, can't pass up a good deal . I think I recently saw a CP for sale in the classifieds here.

Do you think ill be better off getting a CP before the DP? I am afraid of bursting the stock CP if I upgrade to a DP and start running map 2.

[CoolHandLuke]

It's been my understanding that the CP upgrade this early on is more preemptive than anything. The stock CP is likely to fail at increased boot levels because it is plastic but not at map2 levels. That being said it's never a good time for it to go wrong but personally I will be doing DP and FMIC before CP.

Not an engineer just an enthusiast

[Chris_Rav]

Originally Posted by CoolHandLuke

It's been my understanding that the CP upgrade this early on is more preemptive than anything. The stock CP is likely to fail at increased boot levels because it is plastic but not at map2 levels. That being said it's never a good time for it to go wrong but personally I will be doing DP and FMIC before CP.

Not an engineer just an enthusiast

So the boost levels on map 2 shouldn't damage the cp?

[Sidewinderpb]

If you're risk adverse, go for the CP first.
If you like to live life on the wild side, go for the DP first.



It's really up to you. Some people have reported blowing the CP on completely stock cars.

[Chris_Rav]

Originally Posted by Sidewinderpb

If you're risk adverse, go for the CP first.
If you like to live life on the wild side, go for the DP first.



It's really up to you. Some people have reported blowing the CP on completely stock cars.

I might be able to pick up a used vishnu CP, How was the install? Is it difficult or not that bad?

[Sidewinderpb]

Originally Posted by Chris_Rav

I might be able to pick up a used vishnu CP, How was the install? Is it difficult or not that bad?

Install was easy*.

*I had a bitch of a time getting it to reach and fit properly. Had a leak initially, but managed to fix it and clamp that bitch down.

[Chris_Rav]

Originally Posted by Sidewinderpb

Install was easy*.

*I had a bitch of a time getting it to reach and fit properly. Had a leak initially, but managed to fix it and clamp that bitch down.

Now Idk if im gonna get one or not, got a ticket last night -_-, got pulled over for tints and ended up getting a ticket for having a cover on my license plate. Damn cops

[CoolHandLuke]

Originally Posted by Chris_Rav

Now Idk if im gonna get one or not, got a ticket last night -_-, got pulled over for tints and ended up getting a ticket for having a cover on my license plate. Damn cops

pics of your tints? I'm curious at one point cops start giving a hard time both tint and exhaust wise. I'm used to Florida where've I've had some fairly dark tints on 300zx, e36, e46 and I've never been pulled over for it. Now driving like an asshole is another issue.

[Sidewinderpb]

Originally Posted by Chris_Rav

Now Idk if im gonna get one or not, got a ticket last night -_-, got pulled over for tints and ended up getting a ticket for having a cover on my license plate. Damn cops

That blows! Shouldn't effect your CP decision though. Completely unrelated things haha.

You should probably remove that cover hahah. Maybe your tints too. My past two cars had 20% tints; I was always into that kind of thing. I mean, who's business is it but my own, if I decide to pick my nose while driving? Hahaha.
This car came with tints, but I decided to pull them off for a cleaner look. It's actually kind of nice not having them!