Need DINAM Stage 2 N55 Impressions

bmwauug · 03-08-2012, 06:35 PM

SO I have the PPK (factory) and am thinking about the Dinan Stage 2 - when folks say "significant" and noticeable, how so - like 328 to 335 noticeable - or this 335i seems peppy today noticeable?

Insights please?

pyceasyas123 · 03-08-2012, 06:57 PM

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...ighlight=dinan

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...ighlight=dinan

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...ighlight=dinan

http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showp...1&postcount=68

bmwauug · 03-08-2012, 07:32 PM

Yes. Read them. Still does answer my questions hence the new post. Come on.

hetzle · 03-08-2012, 07:36 PM

From looking at the numbers, it's likely hardly noticeable

BMW_SA · 03-08-2012, 07:39 PM

Do you enjoy wasting money? Dinan it is.

Do you enjoy performance? JB4 or Procede.

Like your warranty? Don't mod.

Quote:

Originally Posted by bmwauug

Yes. Read them. Still does answer my questions hence the new post. Come on.

bmwauug · 03-08-2012, 07:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BMW_SA

Do you enjoy wasting money? Dinan it is.

Do you enjoy performance? JB4 or Procede.

Like your warranty? Don't mod.

Yeah - I like the Dinan Warrantee - just haven't heard anyone rave. That said, maybe I need to look at the JB

hetzle · 03-08-2012, 07:58 PM

I just got my JB4 as my first power mod, it COMPLETELY transforms the car

It's definitely faster than my old M5, pulls like crazy

Sam335ix · 03-08-2012, 09:34 PM

Op has a point, we still have not seen any real dynos yet...

BMW_SA · 03-08-2012, 10:41 PM

See this thread...

http://www.n54tech.com/forums/showth...ighlight=Dinan

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sam335ix

Op has a point, we still have not seen any real dynos yet...

fishbone0701 · 03-08-2012, 10:42 PM

In reference to Dinan, I have a friend who works at a BMW store who used to be an authorized Dinan dealer. He said their warranty is a joke. There were several instances where Dinan took months (6 months one time) to finally authorize warranty repair with no regard to the customers. After that they Dinan to take their products and shove it. Based upon that I wouldn't care how well their products perform. You pay a premium for a warranty and they won't stand behind it.

D's Bimmer · 03-08-2012, 11:26 PM

I guess I am one of the few people on this forum to have actually had the Stage II installed on my car. I had it done at Budd's BMW in Oakville which happens to be Dinan's largest authorized dealer.

I don't have a single regret about this upgrade. I find it ironic how some guys pay a premium for the car they drive and then they go cheap on the upgrades that they shouldn't. There are all kinds of tunes available. I personaally prefer a tune that does not piggyback. Active Autowerkes has a great tune for the N55. I have been to Miami and driven one before deciding on Dinan. The reason I went with Dinan is because I don't have to ship my ECU. This is the third BMW that I have relied on Dinan to enhance it. The other were my 2006 M3 (RIP) and my 2009 M3(track car).

Having tracked cars for many years and still active in racing, the question I always ask people who start to "tune" their cars is what else have you done to balance the added power load? Things like altering the drivetrain setup, FMIC, suspension, wheels, LSD, exhaust, bigger turbo's etc. Put a quality tune in your car that does more that just trick the ECU. Dinan is only one of several options out there. Cobb will come out with a viable option as well but expect the price to be well north of a bill. Reprogram and recode the car for your preferences and hardware. Then spend money learning how to drive it properly because a great driver in a slower car will beat an average driver in a fast car everyday of the week....

For me, my 335 is a nice car but just my daily driver. If you really want to make your BMW perform like a high performance sports car then actually just buy a high performance sports car. My Porche fills that role perfectly.

Button line......the ECU tunes will all be in the same range and the piggyback's will all be in a similiar range. Whichever tuner you like, support them! But remember, not all tuners have the same objective so know what you are looking for and you are likely to find it.

See you all at the track!

bmwauug · 03-16-2012, 09:26 AM

Another inconclusive thread.

SflBimmer8484 · 03-16-2012, 09:28 AM

Bring your car to miami ! Our tune is sure to make you smile

TMR · 03-16-2012, 12:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BMW_SA

Do you enjoy wasting money? Dinan it is.

Do you enjoy performance? JB4 or Procede.

Dark_Knight_335 · 03-16-2012, 07:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Andrew@ActiveAutowerke

Bring your car to miami ! Our tune is sure to make you smile

Wait...you guys have a tune for the N55? I only saw N54
I had the AA for my 328 and it was fantastic- no issues whatsoever.
I'd love to do the same for my N55!
Where on your site Andrew?

drock0 · 03-17-2012, 05:25 AM

http://store.activeautowerke.com/act...lash-p207.aspx

If we come to Miami, can the tune be done same day?

Dark_Knight_335 · 03-17-2012, 09:52 AM

Cool- must be new. I have 100% faith in AA tunes- had one on my 2009 328xi coupe and was flawless. These guys have been in the game forever and their tunes get out the most of what you can safely and reliably.
This is a major factor on why I'm hesitating with the JB4 -this is my car now, and I just can't be 100% comfortable that the JB4 isn't pushing the N55 in some way shape or form past its reliable limits. I mean 529 for a piggyback vs a true tune...so much to think about here...
Next question- who in the NJ area can do an AA N55 tune/ flash?

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hetzle First Lieutenant 32 Rep 373 Posts Drives: E90 335i Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: San Francisco, California iTrader: (0)	I just got my JB4 as my first power mod, it COMPLETELY transforms the car It's definitely faster than my old M5, pulls like crazy __________________ 2011 335i sedan 6MT, 515whp/530wtq. Pure Turbo Stage 2, Motiv SST TwinDisk Clutch/FW, Motiv Flash, AA 4" DP, ER FMIC, AA turbo-back exhaust, Quaife LSD, ST Coilovers, BMS Intake, UUC DSSR+SSK, ER CP, BMS CDV, BMS OCC, Arkym CF trunk
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fishbone0701 Private 17 Rep 81 Posts Drives: 2016 M3 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Colorado Springs, CO iTrader: (2)	In reference to Dinan, I have a friend who works at a BMW store who used to be an authorized Dinan dealer. He said their warranty is a joke. There were several instances where Dinan took months (6 months one time) to finally authorize warranty repair with no regard to the customers. After that they Dinan to take their products and shove it. Based upon that I wouldn't care how well their products perform. You pay a premium for a warranty and they won't stand behind it.
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D's Bimmer Major 235 Rep 1,343 Posts Drives: 2016 340 Xi Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Toronto iTrader: (1)	I guess I am one of the few people on this forum to have actually had the Stage II installed on my car. I had it done at Budd's BMW in Oakville which happens to be Dinan's largest authorized dealer. I don't have a single regret about this upgrade. I find it ironic how some guys pay a premium for the car they drive and then they go cheap on the upgrades that they shouldn't. There are all kinds of tunes available. I personaally prefer a tune that does not piggyback. Active Autowerkes has a great tune for the N55. I have been to Miami and driven one before deciding on Dinan. The reason I went with Dinan is because I don't have to ship my ECU. This is the third BMW that I have relied on Dinan to enhance it. The other were my 2006 M3 (RIP) and my 2009 M3(track car). Having tracked cars for many years and still active in racing, the question I always ask people who start to "tune" their cars is what else have you done to balance the added power load? Things like altering the drivetrain setup, FMIC, suspension, wheels, LSD, exhaust, bigger turbo's etc. Put a quality tune in your car that does more that just trick the ECU. Dinan is only one of several options out there. Cobb will come out with a viable option as well but expect the price to be well north of a bill. Reprogram and recode the car for your preferences and hardware. Then spend money learning how to drive it properly because a great driver in a slower car will beat an average driver in a fast car everyday of the week.... For me, my 335 is a nice car but just my daily driver. If you really want to make your BMW perform like a high performance sports car then actually just buy a high performance sports car. My Porche fills that role perfectly. Button line......the ECU tunes will all be in the same range and the piggyback's will all be in a similiar range. Whichever tuner you like, support them! But remember, not all tuners have the same objective so know what you are looking for and you are likely to find it. See you all at the track! __________________ 2016 340Xi M-Sport Sedan \| BMW M Performance Exhaust l APEX SM-10 Wheels
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Dark_Knight_335 Came to the N55 Darkside 1112 Rep 12,740 Posts Drives: 2011 335 E93 M-Sport Join Date: May 2010 Location: NY/NJ iTrader: (28)	Cool- must be new. I have 100% faith in AA tunes- had one on my 2009 328xi coupe and was flawless. These guys have been in the game forever and their tunes get out the most of what you can safely and reliably. This is a major factor on why I'm hesitating with the JB4 -this is my car now, and I just can't be 100% comfortable that the JB4 isn't pushing the N55 in some way shape or form past its reliable limits. I mean 529 for a piggyback vs a true tune...so much to think about here... Next question- who in the NJ area can do an AA N55 tune/ flash?
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