BMW E90/E92 Custom Coding Possiblities!!

[e90eli]

Mike,

I have the ZCP package and I do many track days. What is the benefit for me to get the Euro-MDM tune?

[THE TECH]

Originally Posted by e90eli

Mike,

I have the ZCP package and I do many track days. What is the benefit for me to get the Euro-MDM tune?

Euro MDM allows more aggressive driving than the US mode does. This means that you can push the car harder before DSC kicks in.

[Mike Benvo]

Hey everyone, I have updated my signature with my cell #. I hate to keep apologizing for being late on emails, I have a ton of work on my plate and I wish there were 48 hours in a day. I'm doing my best, but am a solid three weeks behind. I'm also hand assembling and testing the end user performance tune flashing tuning cables. Here are a couple of shots showing most of the parts pre-assembly. I'm also testing a few new coding tricks and the new factory engine software differences in the mss60 digital motor electronics unit.

We'll have quite a bit more product information, a new website, and more to come soon.

I appreciate everyones patience in my delay getting back to you. Feel free to give me a ring for a more immediate response.

[Merlosso]

Less forum surfing and more cable building! We want that group buy!

[///M Rakete]

So you could code my 2010 with 240E, 5-time turn signals, auto folding mirrors, no speed limiter, Euro MDM, etc.?

I want, I need.

I be willing to pay for you to come to my house and do it: 105/LAX.

Yum. Might have to call you to spur you on. Great stuff.

Originally Posted by Mike Benvo

Hey everyone, I have updated my signature with my cell #. I hate to keep apologizing for being late on emails, I have a ton of work on my plate and I wish there were 48 hours in a day. I'm doing my best, but am a solid three weeks behind. I'm also hand assembling and testing the end user performance tune flashing tuning cables. Here are a couple of shots showing most of the parts pre-assembly. I'm also testing a few new coding tricks and the new factory engine software differences in the mss60 digital motor electronics unit.

We'll have quite a bit more product information, a new website, and more to come soon.

I appreciate everyones patience in my delay getting back to you. Feel free to give me a ring for a more immediate response.

[THE TECH]

Originally Posted by ///M Rakete

So you could code my 2010 with 240E, 5-time turn signals, auto folding mirrors, no speed limiter, Euro MDM, etc.?

I want, I need.

I be willing to pay for you to come to my house and do it: 105/LAX.

Yum. Might have to call you to spur you on. Great stuff.

Yes, we can.

[Mike Benvo]

Originally Posted by ///M Rakete

So you could code my 2010 with 240E, 5-time turn signals, auto folding mirrors, no speed limiter, Euro MDM, etc.?

I want, I need.

I be willing to pay for you to come to my house and do it: 105/LAX.

Yum. Might have to call you to spur you on. Great stuff.

Thanks - just let me know, you know the #!

PS: That's a short list, there's a lot more

[phrozen06]

Just found this thread. DAMN!!!!!. As a new 08 ///M owner this is like a candy/toy store. Don't even know where to start. I'll check out your website first.

[THE TECH]

Originally Posted by phrozen06

Just found this thread. D a m n. As a new 08 ///M owner this is like candy. Don't even know where to start. I'll check out your website first.

Welcome to e9x-ville!

[Mike Benvo]

Originally Posted by phrozen06

Just found this thread. DAMN!!!!!. As a new 08 ///M owner this is like a candy/toy store. Don't even know where to start. I'll check out your website first.

Feel free to give my cell a call (in my sig). Website doesn't show much until our new one is launched.

Played around with 6MT freestanding rev-limit in the new 240E software today.

If I floor it in neutral the car rev's to 3,500RPM and smoothly stays there. Then pull the clutch out and it launches like a monster. I think this is a must have feature for 6MT cars! Now all we need is a 4 wheel drive retrofit and evo's will be scared left and right. Will post a video on it later.



Edit: Also haven't had a chance to respond to any PM's or emails yet. I'm slowly getting to them. Sorry about the delay - for immediate response please call my direct #.

Thanks!

[///M Rakete]

Originally Posted by Mike Benvo

Thanks - just let me know, you know the #!

PS: That's a short list, there's a lot more

Here's my list...

- Apply 240E
- Remove speed limiter (just because)
- Apply Euro MDM
- Apply auto folding mirrors
- Apply 5-time turn signals
- Ooohh, and Brighter angel eyes (just because)

I assume 91-octane optimization is standard? It's all we have here in CA anyway.

What do you mean by "torque management parameters"? "Fuel Stop Suggestion Option"?

I'll call you, I have you in my phone now.

[Mike Benvo]

Originally Posted by ///M Rakete

Here's my list...

- Apply 240E
- Remove speed limiter (just because)
- Apply Euro MDM
- Apply auto folding mirrors
- Apply 5-time turn signals
- Ooohh, and Brighter angel eyes (just because)

I assume 91-octane optimization is standard? It's all we have here in CA anyway.

What do you mean by "torque management parameters"? "Fuel Stop Suggestion Option"?

I'll call you, I have you in my phone now.

91 Octane optimization is standard for those in California unless they request 93 or race gas.

Fuel stop suggestion is an added option in iDrive (on some cars it may be already there). When a route is set in the navigation system, you can go to route preferences and click fuel stop suggestion. This will show you gas stations along your intended route, so you don't have to back out and change your current destination.

Torque management parameters are controls in the engine control unit. They are modified to allow the car to produce more, and more linear, consistent power.

Give me a ring when you're ready and we'll get it coded up to your spec.


On a side note, I just wanted to say RIP to someone the BMW community lost this last week. This came as a major shock to me this morning. Charles (Vodyk) was a valued member over on m5board.com and was always willing to help those in need. RIP Charles, you will be missed by many: http://www.m5board.com/vbulletin/e60...rip-vodyk.html

[///M Rakete]

How do I get a cable?

Plus I don't have a battery charger other than a trickle one which I doubt is good enough. Ideas, suggestions? Or if we arrange an on-site visit at my digs (for a fee of course) would you bring one?

[THE TECH]

Originally Posted by ///M Rakete

How do I get a cable?

Plus I don't have a battery charger other than a trickle one which I doubt is good enough. Ideas, suggestions? Or if we arrange an on-site visit at my digs (for a fee of course) would you bring one?

We can supply the cable or if you're local, you can just make an appointment to come by. For 99% of standard coding, a battery stabilizer is not necessary.

[davem3fan]

Building my coding wish list for phase II of my E90 M3 ownership... Very cool stuff.

[THE TECH]

Originally Posted by davem3fan

Building my coding wish list for phase II of my E90 M3 ownership... Very cool stuff.

[Mike Benvo]

A few features of the engine performance software I wanted to share here:

Launch Control Assist for 6MT cars:


Triple/Quad turn signal Activation:


Cold Start Rev Limit Reduction (to prevent abuse when engine is cold)


And finally, retrofitted Start/Stop just for fun (I don't recommend it!):


More to come soon. I just finished assembling the remote tuning cables and those will start shipping this week. More updates to come soon

[Mike Benvo]

For those of you that want to get the update that prevents a thief with a key reprogrammer from stealing your car, I can apply that in roughly twenty minutes remotely. It's bizarre how BMW announced a fix for customers in the UK, but nothing for USA or Europe!

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=745973

[BigApple]

Originally Posted by Mike Benvo

For those of you that want to get the update that prevents a thief with a key reprogrammer from stealing your car, I can apply that in roughly twenty minutes remotely. It's bizarre how BMW announced a fix for customers in the UK, but nothing for USA or Europe!

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=745973

I am all in on this... Thanks for your fast reply btw. I posted on your web and you replied within minutes. Once i get my car i will hunt you down next

[Mike Benvo]

Originally Posted by BigApple

I am all in on this... Thanks for your fast reply btw. I posted on your web and you replied within minutes. Once i get my car i will hunt you down next

You must have caught me at a really good time!

Sorry to everyone (else) for the slow replies.

Wanted to share a couple more videos with you all:

Time Lapse of a 2008 to 2012 Navigation System upgrade:



BPMSport Performance Software Dyno:



More to come as usual!

[Mike Benvo]

Group buy is around the corner! Just waiting on our new fully featured site to be launched, getting close!!

Stay tuned!

[Mike Benvo]

Originally Posted by BigApple

I am all in on this... Thanks for your fast reply btw. I posted on your web and you replied within minutes. Once i get my car i will hunt you down next

Your cable was shipped out today. Let me know when you receive it!

Mike