What\'s needed to get an extra 50 hp from the M3?

M3MamBo · 04-05-2011, 07:23 PM

Let me know guys if this is even possible

J08M3 · 04-05-2011, 07:31 PM

Richbot · 04-05-2011, 07:33 PM

ZCP

bulldog_yyc · 04-05-2011, 07:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by M3MamBo

Let me know guys if this is even possible

start by trading in your car for an E9X

flipm3 · 04-05-2011, 08:07 PM

are you asking about 50hp from an E9X M3 or an E46 M3 listed in your profile?

tlp · 04-05-2011, 08:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Richbot

ZCP

+1

jmflukeiii · 04-05-2011, 08:36 PM

intake exhaust tune will do it from some manufactures "claims".... intake full exhaust software pulley and upgraded throttle bodies will get you there from what I consider to be a more reputable manufacturer (i.e. see my signature....)

AMPowerJ · 04-05-2011, 09:21 PM

$$$$$$

besiktas · 04-05-2011, 09:23 PM

buy the next generation M3

flipm3 · 04-05-2011, 09:30 PM

in all seriousness, if i want to get that much power and i was you...i would do the following:

if you are set on a N/A Option: ~50-55hp & $7000

Evolve Automotive RS Full Exhaust
Evolve Automotive Custom Tune
Macht Schnell High Flow Air Filter
Rogue Engineering Pulleys

if you are open to a F/I Option: ~120hp & $8000

ESS Tuning VT1-535

many people prefer to stay N/A for various reasons, but you can see the value of the ESS Tuning VT1-535...

ooowowizstev · 04-05-2011, 09:50 PM

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Originally Posted by AMPowerJ

$$$$$$

Truth.

M3MamBo · 04-05-2011, 09:53 PM

Sorry guys I haven't updated my profile, no more E46 M3, I'm getting out of a 135i and about to place an order on a 2011 M3 ZCP DCT.

I had an order on a 1M but I think the M3 will suit me better.

So I was wondering what bolt ons can give me an extra 50 hp.

Matei · 04-06-2011, 04:12 AM

The most significant power increase that you can make is to go full catless exhaust and then a tune to maximize the exhaust mode.
After this you can add a pulley kit and a drop in air filter.
Don't bother with intake systems they won't give you that much. A drop in air filter is enough.

So you have:

1. Full catless exhaust
2. A tune (that is for the catless setup to get rid of CEL and maximize the hp gain from the exhaust)
3. pulley kit
4. drop in air filter

This should take you close to what you want.

jmflukeiii · 04-06-2011, 05:47 AM

I know a new LSD won't give you any engine HP, but it will make you feel as if your car is faster, particularly in the lacking low RPMs. But that was not your question so ^^^ this above me.

duk · 04-06-2011, 01:31 PM

a nos shot of 50hp would do it easiest and fastest

rjd598 · 04-06-2011, 02:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Matei

The most significant power increase that you can make is to go full catless exhaust and then a tune to maximize the exhaust mode.
After this you can add a pulley kit and a drop in air filter.
Don't bother with intake systems they won't give you that much. A drop in air filter is enough.

So you have:

1. Full catless exhaust
2. A tune (that is for the catless setup to get rid of CEL and maximize the hp gain from the exhaust)
3. pulley kit
4. drop in air filter

This should take you close to what you want.

here is your answer

jeff@autocouture · 04-07-2011, 10:55 AM

for the money the ess vt1 535 is the best bang for the buck

Dave07997S · 04-07-2011, 11:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jmflukeiii

I know a new LSD won't give you any engine HP, but it will make you feel as if your car is faster, particularly in the lacking low RPMs. But that was not your question so ^^^ this above me.

How is a new limited slip diffy going to make your car feel faster? Are you talking about the ring and pinion?

Dave

Dave07997S · 04-07-2011, 11:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rjd598

here is your answer

Correct and it won't cost you $7k to do it either.

I would do the following:

1. Turner test pipes ($395)
2. Software for no primaries ($995)
3. Pulley ($395)
4. Drop in filter ($100)

You can even keep the stock muffler..

This will get you close to that number..maybe 35-40rwhp.

Dave

Fsarc · 04-07-2011, 11:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dave07997S

How is a new limited slip diffy going to make your car feel faster? Are you talking about the ring and pinion?

Dave

I think he is referring to changing the final gearing ratio using a Dinan differential for example.

SoTempted · 04-07-2011, 11:47 AM

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Bart@AUTOcouture · 04-07-2011, 02:13 PM

Like said before:

Fully catless
Catless (appropriate) tune
Pulleys
Drop-in filter

Maybe you won't get the full 50whp.. but those are the mods that will get you to as close as you'll be before you need a blower.

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Matei Private First Class 15 Rep 146 Posts Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: May 2008 Location: Bucharest iTrader: (0)	The most significant power increase that you can make is to go full catless exhaust and then a tune to maximize the exhaust mode. After this you can add a pulley kit and a drop in air filter. Don't bother with intake systems they won't give you that much. A drop in air filter is enough. So you have: 1. Full catless exhaust 2. A tune (that is for the catless setup to get rid of CEL and maximize the hp gain from the exhaust) 3. pulley kit 4. drop in air filter This should take you close to what you want.
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