Jb4 Installation

kohlzor · 02-21-2015, 12:31 AM

Hi Guys,

I am a big time Noob when it comes to car modifications! and I just got a 2012 335xi coupe.

I am getting my JB4 (N54) shipped out to me and also the DCI from Burger Motors!

Is there somewhere in the Boston area where I can get these installed fairly cheaply? I understand its not rocket science to install them but I rather not take a chance and mess up!

Thanks!

amr_e90 · 02-21-2015, 08:26 AM

N55 Is even easier man roll your sleeves up , follow the million directions online

BMB063 · 02-21-2015, 09:19 AM

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Originally Posted by kohlzor

Hi Guys,

I am a big time Noob when it comes to car modifications! and I just got a 2012 335xi coupe.

I am getting my JB4 (N54) shipped out to me and also the DCI from Burger Motors!

Is there somewhere in the Boston area where I can get these installed fairly cheaply? I understand its not rocket science to install them but I rather not take a chance and mess up!

Thanks!

Don't you have the N55 engine since it's a 2012?

kohlzor · 02-21-2015, 09:24 AM

Oh shit... I am gonna run down and take a picture thought it was a N54..

BMB063 · 02-21-2015, 10:06 AM

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BMW_N55

kohlzor · 02-22-2015, 01:32 AM

You guys are right it's an N55 what a noob mistake.
So does that mean I get this for he car:

View post on imgur.com

http://burgertuning.com/N55_Jb_BMW_P...nce_Tuner.html
And i am guessing i can't upgrade the intake?

Thanks guys

Sean978 · 02-22-2015, 11:14 AM

That is the correct JB tuner, but make sure you do a little research into which harness type your car requires.

Also, http://burgertuning.com/N55_BMW_Performance_intake.html

kohlzor · 02-22-2015, 05:26 PM

Thanks for the info and clarification!
I am still not going to install this myself, way to chicken shit to do it lol
Rather pay someone and get it done right.

Sean978 · 02-23-2015, 11:07 AM

For what its worth, I did exactly nothing to my previous cars besides oil changes and occasionally brake pads/rotors. On my n54 with zero experience under the hood I was able to have the jb4 hooked up and car buttoned back up in probably 90 minutes. That was being leisurely about it and basically spending an hour staring at pictures to make sure I was understanding what I was seeing.

Easy install man. Save the 90$ and get yourself the intake

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kohlzor · 02-23-2015, 08:11 PM

did you need the BMS cable or just the E Series N55 JB4?

Sean978 · 02-24-2015, 07:44 AM

I would buy the BMS USB cable and attach it while you're doing your install. Logging is important and you can't do any logging without the USB cable.

kohlzor · 02-26-2015, 03:05 PM

Thanks,
Anyone know where I can purchase a ER Charge Pipe from?
Seems like everyone recommends getting the Charge Pipe with the JB4.

So far I have ordered the E Series N55 JB4 and Intake from Burger Motor Sports.
Just need to find a place to get the evolution racing charge pipe from.

BMB063 · 02-26-2015, 05:42 PM

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Originally Posted by kohlzor

Thanks,
Anyone know where I can purchase a ER Charge Pipe from?
Seems like everyone recommends getting the Charge Pipe with the JB4.

So far I have ordered the E Series N55 JB4 and Intake from Burger Motor Sports.
Just need to find a place to get the evolution racing charge pipe from.

Keep looking on the forums for a charge pipe. You don't need that brand new.

Down pipe is more essential for performance though, but I know many people do the charge pipes as well. The charge pipe can wear pretty quickly under higher boost.

I just got a JB4 and DP and plan to do both. If I find a charge pipe in the next couple weeks I will do that as well. If not, then its ok because I'll probably keep everything else stock. Hope this helps.

kohlzor · 02-26-2015, 06:39 PM

Thanks. Down pipes seem like a big project which I will plan to do in a few months.

fapwgn · 03-03-2015, 01:09 PM

I'd be down to help you with the install if you're up for it. Looks even more simple than on my N54.

kohlzor · 03-13-2015, 01:17 PM

Hey guys so I was able to get the JB4 installed with the help of a forum member. But then I had someone replace my spark plugs and in the process they disconnected the some of the jb4 wires to get the covers on. He thinks he plugged everything back the way it was but I am not sure.
Is there anything I can do to see if the JB4 is working as it should and that it was plugged in correctly ?
This is how it currently looks:

View post on imgur.com

pduffy · 03-14-2015, 11:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kohlzor

Hey guys so I was able to get the JB4 installed with the help of a forum member. But then I had someone replace my spark plugs and in the process they disconnected the some of the jb4 wires to get the covers on. He thinks he plugged everything back the way it was but I am not sure.
Is there anything I can do to see if the JB4 is working as it should and that it was plugged in correctly ?
This is how it currently looks:

View post on imgur.com

In the second image are you holding the unplugged boost solenoid? I live in downtown Boston and would be happy to take a look at it for you if you're local

kohlzor · 03-15-2015, 03:52 AM

Are those suppose to plug in somewhere? I am fairly sure those were the stock plugs that are suppose to be lose?

Quote:

Originally Posted by pduffy1064

In the second image are you holding the unplugged boost solenoid? I live in downtown Boston and would be happy to take a look at it for you if you're local

kohlzor · 03-15-2015, 01:39 PM

Sent PM, would appreciate the help!

Quote:

Originally Posted by pduffy1064

In the second image are you holding the unplugged boost solenoid? I live in downtown Boston and would be happy to take a look at it for you if you're local

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kohlzor Private First Class 47 Rep 178 Posts Drives: 2017 M240xi Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Boston iTrader: (0)	You guys are right it's an N55 what a noob mistake. So does that mean I get this for he car: View post on imgur.com http://burgertuning.com/N55_Jb_BMW_P...nce_Tuner.html And i am guessing i can't upgrade the intake? Thanks guys Last edited by kohlzor; 02-22-2015 at 01:54 AM..
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Sean978 Private First Class 35 Rep 120 Posts Drives: 2007 335i 6MT SGM Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Nashua, NH iTrader: (0)	That is the correct JB tuner, but make sure you do a little research into which harness type your car requires. Also, http://burgertuning.com/N55_BMW_Performance_intake.html
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kohlzor Private First Class 47 Rep 178 Posts Drives: 2017 M240xi Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Boston iTrader: (0)	Thanks for the info and clarification! I am still not going to install this myself, way to chicken shit to do it lol Rather pay someone and get it done right.
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02-23-2015, 11:07 AM	#9
Sean978 Private First Class 35 Rep 120 Posts Drives: 2007 335i 6MT SGM Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Nashua, NH iTrader: (0)	For what its worth, I did exactly nothing to my previous cars besides oil changes and occasionally brake pads/rotors. On my n54 with zero experience under the hood I was able to have the jb4 hooked up and car buttoned back up in probably 90 minutes. That was being leisurely about it and basically spending an hour staring at pictures to make sure I was understanding what I was seeing. Easy install man. Save the 90$ and get yourself the intake .
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kohlzor Private First Class 47 Rep 178 Posts Drives: 2017 M240xi Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Boston iTrader: (0)	did you need the BMS cable or just the E Series N55 JB4?
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Sean978 Private First Class 35 Rep 120 Posts Drives: 2007 335i 6MT SGM Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Nashua, NH iTrader: (0)	I would buy the BMS USB cable and attach it while you're doing your install. Logging is important and you can't do any logging without the USB cable.
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kohlzor Private First Class 47 Rep 178 Posts Drives: 2017 M240xi Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Boston iTrader: (0)	Thanks, Anyone know where I can purchase a ER Charge Pipe from? Seems like everyone recommends getting the Charge Pipe with the JB4. So far I have ordered the E Series N55 JB4 and Intake from Burger Motor Sports. Just need to find a place to get the evolution racing charge pipe from.
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kohlzor Private First Class 47 Rep 178 Posts Drives: 2017 M240xi Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Boston iTrader: (0)	Thanks. Down pipes seem like a big project which I will plan to do in a few months.
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fapwgn Enlisted Member 11 Rep 34 Posts Drives: 2010 335xi Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Boston iTrader: (0)	I'd be down to help you with the install if you're up for it. Looks even more simple than on my N54.
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kohlzor Private First Class 47 Rep 178 Posts Drives: 2017 M240xi Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Boston iTrader: (0)	Hey guys so I was able to get the JB4 installed with the help of a forum member. But then I had someone replace my spark plugs and in the process they disconnected the some of the jb4 wires to get the covers on. He thinks he plugged everything back the way it was but I am not sure. Is there anything I can do to see if the JB4 is working as it should and that it was plugged in correctly ? This is how it currently looks: View post on imgur.com View post on imgur.com Last edited by kohlzor; 03-13-2015 at 02:44 PM..
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