Go Fast Bits (GFB) DV+ Diverter Valve

CantCatchMe · 11-13-2015, 09:40 PM

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Originally Posted by olivojoe

Damnit, I figured, that's kind of why I was asking.

Get it done though, it is worth every penny honestly. I should have done it when I installed my DP

olivojoe · 11-17-2015, 06:18 AM

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Originally Posted by CantCatchMe

Get it done though, it is worth every penny honestly. I should have done it when I installed my DP

Aside from being less likely to fail, are there any other benefits?

Ghoste90 · 11-17-2015, 07:56 AM

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Originally Posted by olivojoe

Aside from being less likely to fail, are there any other benefits?

Just dooo it . As others have said, no speed to gain per say, but its worth it. Boost comes on strong and stays strong, its a solid investment at a reasonable price. Install is pretty straightforward, just a bit messy.

olivojoe · 11-17-2015, 08:52 AM

Does anyone know of a good DIY video for an xDrive on how to install it?

Jeff@TopGearSolutions · 11-17-2015, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by CantCatchMe

Get it done though, it is worth every penny honestly. I should have done it when I installed my DP

+1

In stock and ships same day guys.

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Originally Posted by olivojoe

Does anyone know of a good DIY video for an xDrive on how to install it?

IDK how much the xi differs but we have install instructions in our classifieds for sale section and also on the manufacturers website.

I guess anything else in the way that's not on the RWD may need to be removed. IDK exactly since I've only owned N54 and only worked on a handful of N55.

snaimpally · 11-20-2015, 08:45 PM

It was a pretty easy install on my RWD. The question is, how hard is it to access the stock DV on xdrive models?

kamfa39 · 11-28-2015, 03:54 PM

Drop subframe

barry1 · 11-30-2015, 07:52 AM

Thanks for the valuable info. I need some advise from those who installed the GFB DV+.
Going to install it in my 2012 335i N55, e92.
My understanding is that I have to completely remove the water pump to be able to access the DV. Do I need to remove also the thermostat ?
Any suggestions to make this installation easier?
Is anyone familiar with a DYI on this?

snaimpally · 12-01-2015, 06:56 PM

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Originally Posted by barry1

Thanks for the valuable info. I need some advise from those who installed the GFB DV+.
Going to install it in my 2012 335i N55, e92.
My understanding is that I have to completely remove the water pump to be able to access the DV. Do I need to remove also the thermostat ?
Any suggestions to make this installation easier?
Is anyone familiar with a DYI on this?

I watched my mechanic install it. It was really no big deal. He followed the instructions:
http://www.gfb.com.au/phocadownload/...structions.pdf

barry1 · 12-01-2015, 09:16 PM

Hi, thanks.
I have these instructions. The issue with BMW is accessing the DV. Did your mechanic had to remove the water pump...is there a need to remove the thermostat as well?

barry1 · 12-28-2015, 11:08 PM

Quite a PITA to install, took over 5 hours, but is worth it.
For anyone interested:
1. Highly recommended to remove the fan as it will allow much easier access to the water pump back bolt.
2. There is a need to drain the coolant, remove the water pump and push aside the thermostat.
3. After steps 1,2 are done, accessing and installing the DV+ is very simple and takes minutes.

Very happy with the results!
No need to worry anymore about boost leaks of that flimsy diaphragm in the OEM valve.
This is probably one of the best upgrades one can do, especially for tuned cars who build higher pressure.

Jeff@TopGearSolutions · 01-04-2016, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by barry1

Quite a PITA to install, took over 5 hours, but is worth it.
For anyone interested:
1. Highly recommended to remove the fan as it will allow much easier access to the water pump back bolt.
2. There is a need to drain the coolant, remove the water pump and push aside the thermostat.
3. After steps 1,2 are done, accessing and installing the DV+ is very simple and takes minutes.

Very happy with the results!
No need to worry anymore about boost leaks of that flimsy diaphragm in the OEM valve.
This is probably one of the best upgrades one can do, especially for tuned cars who build higher pressure.

Glad to see people are recommending the product and noticing the difference and benefits.

BKBMW335I · 01-14-2016, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Jeff@TopGearSolutions

Glad to see people are recommending the product and noticing the difference and benefits.

Yes, there is a huge difference in how the car just seems to stay on boil as if you can just mash on the accelerator and the car just picks right up.

I love hearing the turbo and the wooosh a little louder now too. It is a worthwhile investment.

snaimpally · 01-16-2016, 08:27 PM

There is a reason that just about everyone is selling this product. Worth every penny.

Jeff@TopGearSolutions · 01-17-2016, 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by BKBMW335I

Yes, there is a huge difference in how the car just seems to stay on boil as if you can just mash on the accelerator and the car just picks right up.

I love hearing the turbo and the wooosh a little louder now too. It is a worthwhile investment.

Quote:

Originally Posted by snaimpally

There is a reason that just about everyone is selling this product. Worth every penny.

It has been very popular.

D's Bimmer · 01-04-2017, 01:01 PM

I love in Toronto. With the colder weather during the Winter do I need to use anything specific such as lithium lube or oil?

Dekansnowman · 01-04-2017, 01:24 PM

Got mine along with PS2 and Inlet. Shop I dropped car off to for install forgot to install it....

bbnks2 · 01-04-2017, 01:50 PM

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Originally Posted by barry1

Hi, thanks.
I have these instructions. The issue with BMW is accessing the DV. Did your mechanic had to remove the water pump...is there a need to remove the thermostat as well?

No need to remove the thermostat. Just remove the water pump. you'll have all the room you need to reach the turbo that is right above it.

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Originally Posted by D's Bimmer

I love in Toronto. With the colder weather during the Winter do I need to use anything specific such as lithium lube or oil?

I lubed the piston with motor oil I believe, per the instructions. Or was it brake fluid? Cant remember, but that's what the instructions said to do.

Ozzie335i · 01-04-2017, 09:29 PM

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Originally Posted by bbnks2

No need to remove the thermostat. Just remove the water pump. you'll have all the room you need to reach the turbo that is right above it.

If removing the water pump to change the diverter valve, consideration should be given to proactively replace the water pump and thermostat if they hadn't been already.

D's Bimmer · 01-05-2017, 08:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Ozzie335i

If removing the water pump to change the diverter valve, consideration should be given to proactively replace the water pump and thermostat if they hadn't been already.

I have decided to do this very thing. Believe it or not, I am on the original Water Pump and Thermostat with 260,000kms on the car!!!!

Bours · 01-06-2017, 03:33 AM

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Originally Posted by D's Bimmer

I have decided to do this very thing. Believe it or not, I am on the original Water Pump and Thermostat with 260,000kms on the car!!!!

No way dood ! Original hpfp . Waterpump and t stat !? You have a unicorn for sure

OP3NAIR · 08-31-2017, 07:07 AM

Sorry to revive an old thread but I got the codes yesterday that the water pump is about to die. I figured I'd do this while I'm in there anyways. Is the consensus still that installing both springs doesn't trip any lights or stored errors regardless of software? Car has Dinan stage 2 installed.
I just want to do this job once...
Thanks

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barry1 Registered 2 Rep 3 Posts Drives: e92 Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Australia iTrader: (0)	Installation of DV+ on 2012 335i N55 Thanks for the valuable info. I need some advise from those who installed the GFB DV+. Going to install it in my 2012 335i N55, e92. My understanding is that I have to completely remove the water pump to be able to access the DV. Do I need to remove also the thermostat ? Any suggestions to make this installation easier? Is anyone familiar with a DYI on this?
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barry1 Registered 2 Rep 3 Posts Drives: e92 Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Australia iTrader: (0)	Hi, thanks. I have these instructions. The issue with BMW is accessing the DV. Did your mechanic had to remove the water pump...is there a need to remove the thermostat as well?
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barry1 Registered 2 Rep 3 Posts Drives: e92 Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Australia iTrader: (0)	Installed DV+ Quite a PITA to install, took over 5 hours, but is worth it. For anyone interested: 1. Highly recommended to remove the fan as it will allow much easier access to the water pump back bolt. 2. There is a need to drain the coolant, remove the water pump and push aside the thermostat. 3. After steps 1,2 are done, accessing and installing the DV+ is very simple and takes minutes. Very happy with the results! No need to worry anymore about boost leaks of that flimsy diaphragm in the OEM valve. This is probably one of the best upgrades one can do, especially for tuned cars who build higher pressure.
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OP3NAIR Second Lieutenant 68 Rep 211 Posts Drives: '11 335i e93, '03 325xiT Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: NoVA iTrader: (0)	Sorry to revive an old thread but I got the codes yesterday that the water pump is about to die. I figured I'd do this while I'm in there anyways. Is the consensus still that installing both springs doesn't trip any lights or stored errors regardless of software? Car has Dinan stage 2 installed. I just want to do this job once... Thanks
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