ESS VT2 supercharger install?

lenzm3edan · 09-13-2012, 12:57 PM

Well I'm ready to go supercharged after seeing all these videos and reviews about the ESS supercharged M3, I am currently looking at the 600 kit as I want the intercooler. My question is; Is it worth the extra $4500 to get the 650 kit? Is the kit a straight bolt on and tune? I am pretty handy and have installed all my parts myself, is there any reputable shops in CT that has knowledge and hands-on experience with the ESS kits? At this point I'm looking at 640 to 650 hp at the crank with the supercharger and my current mods; which I think is pretty good, I was going to trade the M3 in for a 997turbo but opted to go supercharged.

THE TECH · 09-13-2012, 01:00 PM

As far as the install goes, all the kits should be about the same.

BMW Fanatic · 09-13-2012, 01:11 PM

It all depends on you I'd say. Are you planning on tracking or 1/4 miles? If the latter then maybe the 650 would be a better bet but for the track 600 will be just as good as the 650. Also, are you going to run meth? Maybe use that difference in $$ for that if you haven't thought about it before. Horses are horses but you will want to check out real world comparisons and the difference in 60-130 times etc.. If it's all show and $$ isn't an issue then heck go with the 650 for personal satisfaction.

You will also be wanting to add an x-pipe to your setup. HFC or catless is fine and your tune will have to be updated. Like TECH said, installation should be the same.

DemonEye · 09-13-2012, 01:14 PM

I just got a smoking deal on the ESS VT2-625 kit from Omar at Velos! Shoot him a PM and I'm sure he can answer any of your questions. For me, the 625 kit was the best price / performance balance that I was looking for.

lenzm3edan · 09-13-2012, 03:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BMW Fanatic

It all depends on you I'd say. Are you planning on tracking or 1/4 miles? If the latter then maybe the 650 would be a better bet but for the track 600 will be just as good as the 650. Also, are you going to run meth? Maybe use that difference in $$ for that if you haven't thought about it before. Horses are horses but you will want to check out real world comparisons and the difference in 60-130 times etc.. If it's all show and $$ isn't an issue then heck go with the 650 for personal satisfaction.

You will also be wanting to add an x-pipe to your setup. HFC or catless is fine and your tune will have to be updated. Like TECH said, installation should be the same.

Not planning on running meth nor quarter mile, Just looking for added street power 60 and up

. Best bang for the buck. I know 600hp is a lot for the m3 but my thoughts are the 600 kit will Be better suited for the manual. Just my thoughts. Not looking for an over powered undrivable vehicle.

GOLFFRR · 09-13-2012, 04:10 PM

I believe zim aka M33 lives out in your area. he has the ESS vt2 650 kit maybe he can give you a ride in his or give you some advice on where to get it installed.

either way you go your will be happy

I have the 600 and its an animal I couldn't even imagine the 625 or 650 kit.

lenzm3edan · 09-13-2012, 04:17 PM

Spoke to Roman, gave me great advice, the 600 kit suites my needs.

lenzm3edan · 09-13-2012, 04:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GOLFFRR

I believe zim aka M33 lives out in your area. he has the ESS vt2 650 kit maybe he can give you a ride in his or give you some advice on where to get it installed.

either way you go your will be happy

I have the 600 and its an animal I couldn't even imagine the 625 or 650 kit.

I spoke to Zim and Izzy in regards to the 650 kit, I have not had an opportunity to ride in their vehicles due to the weather when we met last, I know these guys are putting down major hp to their M3. I'm not looking to be the fastest but need some more power. And like they always say power is addicting but for now I feel the 600 is ideal.

Ohh_5H1T · 09-13-2012, 04:35 PM

I'm contemplating the 600 myself for sometime next spring/summer... would be good to know whose good at installing/tuning in the tristate area... im located in Yonkers, NY but i'd go as far as CT or NJ...

Roman@ESS · 09-13-2012, 04:56 PM

In the NY / NJ area you should contact Autocouture Motoring.

EAS · 09-13-2012, 05:32 PM

We also have a special going on on all ESS systems, feel free to check the Sponsor's section or contact us for more details.

biglare · 09-13-2012, 06:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EAS

We also have a special going on on all ESS systems, feel free to check the Sponsor's section or contact us for more details.

Ohhhhhh, you are now dealing ESS? Nice!

EAS · 09-13-2012, 07:08 PM

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Originally Posted by biglare

Ohhhhhh, you are now dealing ESS? Nice!

You know it!

GOLFFRR · 09-14-2012, 07:46 AM

^^

awesome to hear

Sal@AUTOcouture · 09-14-2012, 11:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Roman@ESS

In the NY / NJ area you should contact Autocouture Motoring.

Thanks, Ro

OP- give us a shout!!

alofoque · 09-14-2012, 12:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ohh_5H1T

I'm contemplating the 600 myself for sometime next spring/summer... would be good to know whose good at installing/tuning in the tristate area... im located in Yonkers, NY but i'd go as far as CT or NJ...

My boys at ACM, they can get you everything you need. Right in Fair Lawn, NJ.

Ohh_5H1T · 09-14-2012, 11:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alofoque

My boys at ACM, they can get you everything you need. Right in Fair Lawn, NJ.

Dope! we'll talk about it tomorrow when i see u!

Lalit@AUTOcouture · 09-17-2012, 10:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alofoque

My boys at ACM, they can get you everything you need. Right in Fair Lawn, NJ.

Good looks Rob!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ohh_5H1T

Dope! we'll talk about it tomorrow when i see u!

PM me if you have any questions

Everest · 09-17-2012, 11:44 AM

Maybe you can do the 600kit and it's rare you pull over 130 anyway so think of weight reduction... That's a possibility I guess.. But more power is always fun

Ohh_5H1T · 09-17-2012, 12:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lalit@AUTOcouture

Good looks Rob!

PM me if you have any questions

You might just be seeing both Rob and Myself early-mid next year for an install!!! We'll be in touch! Just gotta stack the chips!

Sal@AUTOcouture · 09-17-2012, 01:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ohh_5H1T

You might just be seeing both Rob and Myself early-mid next year for an install!!! We'll be in touch! Just gotta stack the chips!

come in for 2 I'll make it extra sweet for both of you guys

-Sal

m33 · 09-17-2012, 02:27 PM

Which kit you going big baller.

09-13-2012, 12:57 PM	#1
lenzm3edan First Pride Drives: E90, Mercedes ML 350, Outback Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Unknown. Posts: 948 iTrader: (6)	ESS VT2 supercharger install? Well I'm ready to go supercharged after seeing all these videos and reviews about the ESS supercharged M3, I am currently looking at the 600 kit as I want the intercooler. My question is; Is it worth the extra $4500 to get the 650 kit? Is the kit a straight bolt on and tune? I am pretty handy and have installed all my parts myself, is there any reputable shops in CT that has knowledge and hands-on experience with the ESS kits? At this point I'm looking at 640 to 650 hp at the crank with the supercharger and my current mods; which I think is pretty good, I was going to trade the M3 in for a 997turbo but opted to go supercharged. __________________ ESS VT-1 550 silverstone E90 /// M3 - 6spd - AD08 - Spacers - H&R - AA exhaust - Primary cat delete - Custom test pipes - ESS tune - Lighted ZHP.
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09-13-2012, 01:00 PM	#2
THE TECH BimmerPost Supporting Vendor Drives: BPMsport 2012 E92 M3 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Kansas Posts: 11,884 iTrader: (39)	As far as the install goes, all the kits should be about the same. __________________ Check us out on Facebook at BPMsportLabs

09-13-2012, 01:11 PM	#3
BMW Fanatic Colonel Drives: slow Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Calgary Posts: 2,871 iTrader: (9)	It all depends on you I'd say. Are you planning on tracking or 1/4 miles? If the latter then maybe the 650 would be a better bet but for the track 600 will be just as good as the 650. Also, are you going to run meth? Maybe use that difference in $$ for that if you haven't thought about it before. Horses are horses but you will want to check out real world comparisons and the difference in 60-130 times etc.. If it's all show and $$ isn't an issue then heck go with the 650 for personal satisfaction. You will also be wanting to add an x-pipe to your setup. HFC or catless is fine and your tune will have to be updated. Like TECH said, installation should be the same. __________________ Arkym Hood CF, VMR 710 10F 11R, 265/295, OEM Performance Spoiler, Challenge Lip GB, H&R, iND CP, 5/15% tint, MS Air Scoops in Mexico Blue, more coming soon.

09-13-2012, 01:14 PM	#4
DemonEye Private Drives: 2012 M3 Coupe, 2005 M3 Coupe Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 80 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2012 M3 Coupe [0.00] 2005 M3 Coupe [3.00]	I just got a smoking deal on the ESS VT2-625 kit from Omar at Velos! Shoot him a PM and I'm sure he can answer any of your questions. For me, the 625 kit was the best price / performance balance that I was looking for. __________________ www.carolinaeuros.com

09-13-2012, 04:10 PM	#6
GOLFFRR BimmerPost Supporting Vendor Drives: Golf Cart Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Solvang, CA/Camarillo, CA Posts: 10,920 iTrader: (4)	I believe zim aka M33 lives out in your area. he has the ESS vt2 650 kit maybe he can give you a ride in his or give you some advice on where to get it installed. either way you go your will be happy I have the 600 and its an animal I couldn't even imagine the 625 or 650 kit. __________________ BEFORE YOU BUY YOUR NEXT BMW, PM ME FIRST I CAN HOOK YOU UP! We are Performance Center\|Euro Delivery\|BMW Individual Specialist Need a quote?..Ryan /Checa Email link \| T.805.482.8878 ask for Francesca www.stevethomasbmw.com \| OUR PARTS STORE \| Facebook-STBMW \| Twitter-STBMW

09-13-2012, 04:17 PM	#7
lenzm3edan First Pride Drives: E90, Mercedes ML 350, Outback Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Unknown. Posts: 948 iTrader: (6)	Spoke to Roman, gave me great advice, the 600 kit suites my needs. __________________ ESS VT-1 550 silverstone E90 /// M3 - 6spd - AD08 - Spacers - H&R - AA exhaust - Primary cat delete - Custom test pipes - ESS tune - Lighted ZHP.

09-13-2012, 04:35 PM	#9
Ohh_5H1T Captain Drives: Backwards Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Yonkers, NY Posts: 714 iTrader: (0)	I'm contemplating the 600 myself for sometime next spring/summer... would be good to know whose good at installing/tuning in the tristate area... im located in Yonkers, NY but i'd go as far as CT or NJ... __________________

09-13-2012, 04:56 PM	#10
Roman@ESS BimmerPost Supporting Vendor Drives: ESS Supercharged E92 M3 Join Date: May 2007 Location: AZ Posts: 2,144 iTrader: (5)	In the NY / NJ area you should contact Autocouture Motoring. __________________ Email: Roman@esstuning.com Phone: (480) 389-4377 Facebook: ESS Tuning

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09-14-2012, 07:46 AM	#14
GOLFFRR BimmerPost Supporting Vendor Drives: Golf Cart Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Solvang, CA/Camarillo, CA Posts: 10,920 iTrader: (4)	^^ awesome to hear __________________ BEFORE YOU BUY YOUR NEXT BMW, PM ME FIRST I CAN HOOK YOU UP! We are Performance Center\|Euro Delivery\|BMW Individual Specialist Need a quote?..Ryan /Checa Email link \| T.805.482.8878 ask for Francesca www.stevethomasbmw.com \| OUR PARTS STORE \| Facebook-STBMW \| Twitter-STBMW

09-17-2012, 11:44 AM	#19
Everest New Member Drives: E92 Mineral white M3 Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 22 iTrader: (0)	Maybe you can do the 600kit and it's rare you pull over 130 anyway so think of weight reduction... That's a possibility I guess.. But more power is always fun

09-17-2012, 02:27 PM	#22
m33 Banned Drives: E92 VT650 MCB Individual Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: CT Posts: 2,679 iTrader: (5)	Which kit you going big baller.

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