Would Love Some Advice Please....

[Havok_2011]

Hey guys,

I just bought an M3, and my shop told me they can put a tune in to get to around 510hp. Is this possible? What tunes do you have? and what gains should I expect?

Other than a tune I was thinking of switching up the exhaust.

Anything else that I can do? Or is the next step save up for an ESS supercharger?

I previously has a 328i that I mainly modded the exterior since not much I could do to the engine. Now with the M3 I am going the opposite route

[THE TECH]

Sorry, the shop you are using doesn't know what they're talking about. With all of the bolt-ons available plus a tune, you would only be in the 400hp range. Of course if they are talking about flywheel hp, then that's another story but no one really focuses on that number.

Just do your research. All the info you're looking for is already here.

[///M Ryder]

Originally Posted by THE TECH

Sorry, the shop you are using doesn't know what they're talking about. With all of the bolt-ons available plus a tune, you would only be in the 400hp range. Of course if they are talking about flywheel hp, then that's another story but no one really focuses on that number.

Just do your research. All the info you're looking for is already here.

Originally Posted by Team Plutonium

Never go back to that shop. Either they tried to rip you off, or they are f@cking retarded. Both scenarios are equally bad.

+3.......Some of these people will say anything for a buck.........Phil

[Havok_2011]

Originally Posted by THE TECH

Sorry, the shop you are using doesn't know what they're talking about. With all of the bolt-ons available plus a tune, you would only be in the 400hp range. Of course if they are talking about flywheel hp, then that's another story but no one really focuses on that number.

Just do your research. All the info you're looking for is already here.

Hey thanks for the response, I have been browsing the forums, and noticed you have some great/informative posts on here.

I am a little confused, doesn't the M3 have 414hp stock already? Why would a tune only be around the 400hp range...looks like I need to do a lot of reading lol. Or maybe I am referring to flywheel hp? damn I dont know, thats just whats listed on the specs sheet

Yeah shop told me the tune will give me 80 more hp.

Have not paid for anything, just doing research right now.

[Havok_2011]

Originally Posted by Team Plutonium

Never go back to that shop. Either they tried to rip you off, or they are f@cking retarded. Both scenarios are equally bad.

Dually noted...time to do some serious research.

[///M Ryder]

He's referring to wheel HP.......no one uses crank numbers ........Phil

[THE TECH]

Originally Posted by Havok_2011

Hey thanks for the response, I have been browsing the forums, and noticed you have some great/informative posts on here.

I am a little confused, doesn't the M3 have 414hp stock already? Why would a tune only be around the 400hp range...looks like I need to do a lot of reading lol. Or maybe I am referring to flywheel hp? damn I dont know, thats just whats listed on the specs sheet

Yeah shop told me the tune will give me 80 more hp.

Have not paid for anything, just doing research right now.

Thanks for the vote of confidence!

Most places don't quote power in terms of flywheel power since that's just more of something for bragging than reality. Real world numbers are wheel horsepower.

All mfgs use flywheel hp for their numbers, so you are correct about the car having 414hp.

Any shop quoting you the flywheel numbers is just a place looking to take your cash.

[lorinzo]

You need a new shop.

No such "tune" exists.

[ussoldierforhire]

There is another BPM group buy going on now at: http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=784717

First page says it's closed, but it is not. Ran this tune on my car and love the results.

Originally Posted by Havok_2011

Hey guys,

I just bought an M3, and my shop told me they can put a tune in to get to around 510hp. Is this possible? What tunes do you have? and what gains should I expect?

Other than a tune I was thinking of switching up the exhaust.

Anything else that I can do? Or is the next step save up for an ESS supercharger?

I previously has a 328i that I mainly modded the exterior since not much I could do to the engine. Now with the M3 I am going the opposite route

[Havok_2011]

Originally Posted by THE TECH

Thanks for the vote of confidence!

Most places don't quote power in terms of flywheel power since that's just more of something for bragging than reality. Real world numbers are wheel horsepower.

All mfgs use flywheel hp for their numbers, so you are correct about the car having 414hp.

Any shop quoting you the flywheel numbers is just a place looking to take your cash.

Ahh ok thanks! I understand now

[THE TECH]

Originally Posted by ussoldierforhire

There is another BPM group buy going on now at: http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=784717

First page says it's closed, but it is not. Ran this tune on my car and love the results.

Thanks for the kind words!!

Yes, it is indeed on again. We are expanding the buy from 15 to 20 slots so get in while you can!

[Havok_2011]

Originally Posted by lorinzo

You need a new shop.

No such "tune" exists.

Looks like you might be right

[Havok_2011]

Originally Posted by THE TECH

Thanks for the kind words!!

Yes, it is indeed on again. We are expanding the buy from 15 to 20 slots so get in while you can!

Thanks guys, I will look into it

[ms372]

as mentioned no tune will give 80 hp gains! just not possible. As for the mods if you want a full bolt on m3 which will give you around 400 whp in most cases you will need the following mods ( Full exhaust + Tune + pulleys + intake) cost will be more than the entry level supercharger in most cases some full exhaust systems cost 6000+. considering your in Canada everything will be more expensive add a few hundred dollars to each with shipping and taxes. so if you want power, save your money and do the following. test pipes + a used supercharger and your done. FBO cost (5000+) supercharger USED (5000+) oh and drive to IND for you install. Hope this helps

[NikB316]

Everyone here is guiding you the right way...RUN away from any shop that says they can get you that kind of power with a tune. Can go the full bolt on route with tune etc. but if you plan on wanting big power you need to go with a supercharger. If you plan on going with a supercharger in the near future then a tune would probably be a waste. I had a non FI m3 for a few years and it kept me entertained Of course this one is a totally different animal and I am really enjoying the Active kit. I have heard great things about the tune mentioned in this thread and the Evolve tune as well. Do some searching and you'll find tons of opinions but these two tunes specifically stick out in my memory.

Enjoy!

[Havok_2011]

ms372 and NikB316, thanks so much for the info!!!

I was worried I was going to get flamed for asking such general questions, but everyone has been incredibly helpful!

[Havok_2011]

Sorry one more question, if I do go with a tune (and big thank you to those that pm'd me some options), does it carry through when I put the super charger in? Or does the tune get removed?

Just thinking I want to avoid spending money on things that are just temporary. Since I plan to put the supercharger in next winter, I would think the tune is worth it if it works in combination with the supercharger. If I have to remove it, I wonder if its lost money.

Though from what I see so far, it comes with the mechanism and cable, so I can sell it after I remove it?

[THE TECH]

Originally Posted by Havok_2011

Sorry one more question, if I do go with a tune (and big thank you to those that pm'd me some options), does it carry through when I put the super charger in? Or does the tune get removed?

Just thinking I want to avoid spending money on things that are just temporary. Since I plan to put the supercharger in next winter, I would think the tune is worth it if it works in combination with the supercharger. If I have to remove it, I wonder if its lost money.

Though from what I see so far, it comes with the mechanism and cable, so I can sell it after I remove it?

It just depends on what you want. A tune for a NA vehicle is different than one for a s/c so you will not use the NA one once you add a s/c. Next winter is quite a ways though so you may want something to abate the power itch

[Havok_2011]

Originally Posted by THE TECH

It just depends on what you want. A tune for a NA vehicle is different than one for a s/c so you will not use the NA one once you add a s/c. Next winter is quite a ways though so you may want something to abate the power itch

You have a point there about the power itch Thanks

[sales@ESSTuning]

Originally Posted by Havok_2011

Sorry one more question, if I do go with a tune (and big thank you to those that pm'd me some options), does it carry through when I put the super charger in? Or does the tune get removed?

Just thinking I want to avoid spending money on things that are just temporary. Since I plan to put the supercharger in next winter, I would think the tune is worth it if it works in combination with the supercharger. If I have to remove it, I wonder if its lost money.

Though from what I see so far, it comes with the mechanism and cable, so I can sell it after I remove it?

We use the same remote tuning cable for our supercharger software and NA software, we simply send you a new tune to load when you get our kit. We also give customers who have our NA software and upgrade to our supercharger a credit towards their kit if purchased within 12 months of their NA tune purchase. Something to keep in mind if you think a supercharger purchase might be in your future.

[Havok_2011]

Originally Posted by Roman@ESS

We use the same remote tuning cable for our supercharger software and NA software, we simply send you a new tune to load when you get our kit. We also give customers who have our NA software and upgrade to our supercharger a credit towards their kit if purchased within 12 months of their NA tune purchase. Something to keep in mind if you think a supercharger purchase might be in your future.

Ok this is great news, shop I know just put in an ESS supercharger in an M3 which is currently getting the Vosteiner body kit installed as well, and it has convinced me to get the ESS supercharger. Can you let me know pricing and discount if I buy the tune now, and the supercharger in the winter? You can pm me if you prefer.

ESS Supercharger that just got installed:

[SflBimmer8484]

Originally Posted by Havok_2011

You have a point there about the power itch Thanks

Wait till you get a ride in one of these kits we just sent to our dealer in Canada ! Going FI will be the only thing on your mind.