Dinan Stage III: Initial Impressions (EDIT:Photos)

funkdoc · 05-22-2008, 11:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Sparkplug

Fantastic! I'm there on the 13th. I can compare your Stage III to my intended Stage II.5. Are you getting your FP replaced at the same time?

Without a doubt the Stage II to III software upgrade is well worth the $500. You get a map designed to work with the FMIC. It's not just about boost and hp, but how the car drives. If I lived in Dallas I'd would be down for the OC. I'm going to see how my car runs on the II.5 way up here in Saskatchewan. If it runs hot or I get a limp mode, I'm getting it.

What is the best technique for getting my car to overheat.

Hey and keep me posted on whether you have any heating problems. I have the Dinan exhaust so I doubt I'll get the same top end boost, but I am very encouraged that you have had this result with the FMIC. That $3000 is feeling safer in my wallet.

The Dinan site claims a 5 hp lift with the FMIC. Is this when installed in a stock car? I agree, it sure would be nice to see a comparative dyno between II, II.5, and III.

I spent a little over 3k for exhaust and intercooler so, yes my "cheapass" feels good about the purchase. I do agree with you that the 5 hp must be on a stock car. I want the car to adapt more so time will tell. While driving home from work, I ripped it plenty and often and did see temps reach 250 for a point. The power does feel very consistent- ala less heatsoak. I have a 6at and I do feel that there is some lag with the larger intercooler but the top end rush makes up for it. It really hauls on the freeway. Muahaha!!!stage 2.5 represent. I still want stage 3 tho.

ChaneRZ · 05-22-2008, 11:40 PM

nice.

Calgary Agent · 05-22-2008, 11:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sparkplug

The Dinan site claims a 5 hp lift with the FMIC. Is this when installed in a stock car? I agree, it sure would be nice to see a comparative dyno between II, II.5, and III.

I'm holding off making another service appt before the June 12th date. No limps since the last one. Will have to wait and see what (if any) codes are stored when they hook it up to the diagnostic head. Possible explanations are 1/ HPFP 2/ MAP sensor 3/ Injector(s)

If something goes wonky again prior to next appt I'll take it in *otherwise I'm safe cruising around Calgary*. No road trips planned until later next month.

re: The 5HP gain from the FMIC install *without S3 flash*, after speaking with the Dinan rep today I'm inclined to believe that even the S2 flash will provide a modified flash if one indicates the vehicle has a aftermarket IC (software apparently prompts for various mods before install begins).

Sniper1690 · 05-22-2008, 11:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sparkplug

Fantastic! I'm there on the 13th. I can compare your Stage III to my intended Stage II.5. Are you getting your FP replaced at the same time?

Without a doubt the Stage II to III software upgrade is well worth the $500. You get a map designed to work with the FMIC. It's not just about boost and hp, but how the car drives. If I lived in Dallas I'd would be down for the OC. I'm going to see how my car runs on the II.5 way up here in Saskatchewan. If it runs hot or I get a limp mode, I'm getting it.

What is the best technique for getting my car to overheat.

Hey and keep me posted on whether you have any heating problems. I have the Dinan exhaust so I doubt I'll get the same top end boost, but I am very encouraged that you have had this result with the FMIC. That $3000 is feeling safer in my wallet.

The Dinan site claims a 5 hp lift with the FMIC. Is this when installed in a stock car? I agree, it sure would be nice to see a comparative dyno between II, II.5, and III.

I will dyno later next week to get a comparison. I don't have a dyno on mine yet...was scheduled last Friday but I had something come up. Attorneyscott had his Stg. II non-revised + Dinan exhaust dyno'd and got 339.8rwhp and 370.5rwtq...I just took pics of his graph and am about to add that to his thread.

EDIT: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...=142580&page=2 Here you can see Stg. 2 non-revised + Dinan exhaust dyno sheet

ZJP · 05-22-2008, 11:52 PM

Looking forward to dyno sheets.

Rusty's508whp · 05-22-2008, 11:55 PM

Sweet review sniper.

M4TW · 05-23-2008, 12:39 AM

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Originally Posted by funkdoc

I would like to see how a stage 3 vs my stage 2.5 special compare dyno wise or car lengths wise.

Hey, 335iBaller is from San Fran and he has a full on Stage III. Perhaps you guys should meet up at a dyno shop. I guess you can also race toward each other and see who gets closer to the other's town before meeting.

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Originally Posted by Calgary Agent

re: The 5HP gain from the FMIC install *without S3 flash*, after speaking with the Dinan rep today I'm inclined to believe that even the S2 flash will provide a modified flash if one indicates the vehicle has a aftermarket IC (software apparently prompts for various mods before install begins).

Wow, I'll make sure to tell Collin to click on the FMIC option when updating my Stage II flash.

ChaneRZ · 05-23-2008, 01:15 AM

how about some pics of that fmic!

funkdoc · 05-23-2008, 02:45 PM

This is all the badging I need. My buddy has a shop down here in San Jose so if 335iballer or anyone else wants to dyno on their awd mustang dyno-definitely not a dyno queen- but it will give good comparative numbers. I can set it up since he's been wanting to dyno my car.

DevJ · 05-23-2008, 02:57 PM

Sniper, i appreciate you taking the time to give us a review! i'm also in the area and was considering this to my bmw..where did you get it installed at?

Sniper1690 · 05-23-2008, 04:23 PM

Bump for photos!

sparkyg · 05-23-2008, 05:10 PM

Hey Sniper, did you get a new grill with the IC? It looks metal as opposed the the std plastic.

Thx.

Great pics, thx for all the feedback.

Robertbog · 05-23-2008, 05:20 PM

I have V3 local with similar mods MT, wanna get a video?

Sniper1690 · 05-23-2008, 05:21 PM

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Originally Posted by sparkyg

Hey Sniper, did you get a new grill with the IC? It looks metal as opposed the the std plastic.

Thx.

Great pics, thx for all the feedback.

I don't believe that I got a new grill...I assume its the same plastic one as OEM. I'll check. They did take out those two black plastic vertical braces to make the new IC fit. I did get the box the IC came in along with the OEM IC and OC...wonder if I could sell the OC to someone who needs one...hmmm...

Robertbog · 05-23-2008, 05:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Sniper1690

I don't believe that I got a new grill...I assume its the same plastic one as OEM. I'll check. They did take out those two black plastic vertical braces to make the new IC fit. I did get the box the IC came in along with the OEM IC and OC...wonder if I could sell the OC to someone who needs one...hmmm...

yeah, with a saw...

CaptChaos · 05-23-2008, 05:34 PM

Great review. Thanks for posting!

ChaneRZ · 05-23-2008, 06:51 PM

nice one! paint it black and the IC will stand out more.

funkdoc · 05-23-2008, 08:03 PM

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Originally Posted by ChaneRZ

nice one! paint it black and the IC will stand out more.

I think you're right on that one. I might just have to.

ybbiz34 · 05-23-2008, 09:34 PM

Sniper, congratulations. Your car is absolutely stunning.

Sniper1690 · 05-23-2008, 09:55 PM

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Originally Posted by ybbiz34

Sniper, congratulations. Your car is absolutely stunning.

Thank you, sir! I greatly appreciate the kind words. Its nice to hear even the slightest confirmation that this addiction is not lost on everyone...

As soon as the Morr VS8s arrive I hope I can lay off for a while...long enough to save my pennys for the supposed air box and racing exhaust coming out late summer....haven't gotten confirmation of Stg. IV flash to go with said upgrades, but it sure would be nice.

e90AW335i · 05-23-2008, 10:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Sniper1690

Thank you, sir! I greatly appreciate the kind words. Its nice to hear even the slightest confirmation that this addiction is not lost on everyone...

As soon as the Morr VS8s arrive I hope I can lay off for a while...long enough to save my pennys for the supposed air box and racing exhaust coming out late summer....haven't gotten confirmation of Stg. IV flash to go with said upgrades, but it sure would be nice.

Congrats man. The car looks amazing and I am sure it performs the same....

Be safe out there....

purplewidow · 05-23-2008, 10:23 PM

nice!!! i will find out next week..i am having it done too..it would have been sooner but they had to mod the inter cooler somehow and they had to send it back..so now they got the inter cooler and the oil cooler didn't come in..so i gotta wait a few more days.

great review though!! i am glad your happy..i still wish they would allow it without the oil cooler..it's kind of ridiculous..or offer a better deal when you buy all 3 esp to those who have bought stage2.

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ChaneRZ If You Aint First, You're last !!! 81 Rep 2,509 Posts Drives: 08 BMW 335i, 01 Honda Prelude Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: California iTrader: (0)	how about some pics of that fmic! __________________ 08 BMW BSM 335i 6MT (Sports, Premium, NAV, PDC, AS, IPOD, HD Radio, Rear Sunshade, OEM Alarm) Angel iBright V3, Luminics Fog Bulb, Turbo Tuner, K&N Drop in Filter, Dinan Exhaust, Dinan Pedals, Vorsteiner CF Front Lip, and CF Rear Diffuser. Ordered:08/25/07 Started: 09/09/07 Finished: 09/14/07 On Ship: 09/15/07 Arrived: 10/08/07 Delivered: 10/10/07
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DevJ Colonel 154 Rep 2,736 Posts Drives: R8 V10+/YMB M4 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Tulsa, OK iTrader: (1)	Sniper, i appreciate you taking the time to give us a review! i'm also in the area and was considering this to my bmw..where did you get it installed at?
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05-23-2008, 04:23 PM	#33
Sniper1690 Second Lieutenant 20 Rep 216 Posts Drives: Dinan Stg. III E92 335i Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Dallas iTrader: (0)	Bump for photos! __________________ "...here's a word of advice for those who have been saving their lunch money and patiently waiting for the E92 M3 V8 to come to our shores: If you encounter a 335i with a Dinan badge on the trunk, don't throw down for pink slips. This car is so fast in a straight-line drag that you'll have to hitchhike home." Roundel, April 2008 \|\|08 E92 335i 6MT / Montego Blue / Dinan Stage III, IC, OC, exhaust and Stage 1 Suspension / Morr VS8
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sparkyg Brigadier General 142 Rep 3,522 Posts Drives: work truck Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Oil Country iTrader: (5)	Hey Sniper, did you get a new grill with the IC? It looks metal as opposed the the std plastic. Thx. Great pics, thx for all the feedback.
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ChaneRZ If You Aint First, You're last !!! 81 Rep 2,509 Posts Drives: 08 BMW 335i, 01 Honda Prelude Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: California iTrader: (0)	nice one! paint it black and the IC will stand out more. __________________ 08 BMW BSM 335i 6MT (Sports, Premium, NAV, PDC, AS, IPOD, HD Radio, Rear Sunshade, OEM Alarm) Angel iBright V3, Luminics Fog Bulb, Turbo Tuner, K&N Drop in Filter, Dinan Exhaust, Dinan Pedals, Vorsteiner CF Front Lip, and CF Rear Diffuser. Ordered:08/25/07 Started: 09/09/07 Finished: 09/14/07 On Ship: 09/15/07 Arrived: 10/08/07 Delivered: 10/10/07
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purplewidow Lieutenant Colonel 51 Rep 1,928 Posts Drives: e92 335 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Chicago iTrader: (2)	nice!!! i will find out next week..i am having it done too..it would have been sooner but they had to mod the inter cooler somehow and they had to send it back..so now they got the inter cooler and the oil cooler didn't come in..so i gotta wait a few more days. great review though!! i am glad your happy..i still wish they would allow it without the oil cooler..it's kind of ridiculous..or offer a better deal when you buy all 3 esp to those who have bought stage2.
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