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01-26-2016, 12:24 PM | #68 |
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Damn... I would of bought a IS-F if I knew the tune would be cracked, the 2011+ models have really became a close competitor with the M3. It drove like a luxury sedan below 4k and it's a absolute monster above 4k. I also see lots of IS-F with 100+ miles running without a hiccup, IS-F owner keeps their car for a long time compare to M and AMG, which do tell a lot . No rod bearing nightmare either...
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01-26-2016, 01:35 PM | #69 |
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I'm not sure I would really worry about a all motor tune on a isf when the doing a 100 shot works so well on it.[/QUOTE]
I can only speak for myself but Nitrous is cool if you like drag racing or doing highway pulls thats fun but to me Nitrous has some limitation, you can only use at W.O.T,. I like having power on tap through out my power band not just WOT. Most of my driving is done on streets, I live in suburbs of NYC with traffic, cops etc, it becomes difficult to do WOT pulls unless late at night or on back roads. Add the cost and hassle of getting tanks filled plus it seem you never have full bottle when you need it lol Prior to this tune being released I was going to go Nitrous route, I currently have I/H/E the only option left was to go on bottle if I wanted more power. The ECU on ISF are adaptable and learn quickly they have no problem running 200 shot with I/H/E but now with Tune available I rather go SC than Nitrous any day. |
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same here. i had nitrous on the ISF and it was fast. was just as fast as a stock GTR . but im glad a supercharger is coming out for the ISF this summer because of this tune . I like the look and sounds of an aftermarket FI system while driving. Last edited by ISFPOWER; 01-26-2016 at 02:57 PM.. |
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01-27-2016, 07:50 PM | #71 | |
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funny was looking at prices of the F and this is absolutely true. lots of high mileages ones out there. says alot. i actually like the car in that blue. fing gorgeous. |
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Just wanted to let the m3 community know that there's been improvements in other areas as well for ISF In addition to the tune there also has been some major improvements in aftermarket suspension and braking components that have helped improve even further than the 2011 suspension update for ISF. Here a few of my favorite suspension and braking components currently available for the F from one of favorites.
Revised LCA bushings from RR Racing and FIGS that not only improves camber and caster but one of the biggest benefits increase steering feel. An area that the M3 has excelled in. Now the F with this component has drastically steering feel of ISF. Penske and Ohlins now both offer coilover setups for the ISF these are top notch race proven companies. You have another company like figs engineering that offers its mega control arms and other suspension components. You have several companies producing even better calipers and rotors it then the factory brambles ranging in price from $800 - $16,000. |
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01-29-2016, 01:12 PM | #74 | |
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I feel quite the opposite is true. I find the regular IS very refined and sporty without looking like it's trying too hard. The ISF is just trying too hard. I'm sorry but it's really over the top. The bulge and round front really ruins the sleek look of the car. The round bulging front bumper reminds me of this: The IS with X package is done very nicely. It has a nice lip spoiler, 5 spoke wheels and comes 1/2 inch lower from the factory than non X package IS cars. It also has a more aggressive sport suspension and stiffer ride. It's angular with sharper edges and looks like a 4 door S2000.
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01-29-2016, 03:40 PM | #75 |
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I'm trying to understand why Lexus fanboys are on M3post just trying to pick fights and try to prove the IS-F is a fantastic car?
No one here cares..... Also every single one of those examples of exhaust tailpipes are not 1 pipe going into 2. They are usually 1 into 1 or 2 into 1. Anyone and everyone can agree it looks like a retarded mutant of a car and the exhaust tips are laughable at best..... P.S. I owned a Lexus IS250 and it was a fantastic car for a daily driver....but no M car. |
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Most folks here on M3post are car enthusiasts first, M enthusiasts second. I would argue that many of us actually do care and are happy and enthusiastic about discussing multiple cars. I don't think anyone is "trying to pick fights" as you suggest. Plus, why isn't it ok to discuss a competitor for the E9X M3 in the "M3 vs..." section of this forum? Finally, nobody, even the most steadfast Lexus fan would argue that an IS250 is an "M car". And if you'[re somehow drawing the corollary that an IS 250 is the same as an ISF, your logic is every bit as flawed as people who inaccurately compare a 328i to an M3. |
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01-29-2016, 05:58 PM | #77 |
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Lol. I kind of want both really. Likely picking up a comp package E92 next month from the sounds of it, but would like to take my wife's commoner300 as a daily and buy her an ISF.
Besides the fact that looks are subjective, performance is hard to not acknowledge. If the 2011 updates came factory in 08 I think the M3 and ISF would have been a much closer match up from the start.
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Wow, that took forever! Glad to see the aftermarket is growing for the ISF, though. I personally, from a reliability stand point trust the Lexus a bit more than the M3. But, I also chose to buy the M3, so there you go. (Partially, bc my daily is a Camry and I figured that would be too close). The Lexus sounds purely orgasmic with the right exhaust setup, however and while I feel the tranny is slower than my m3, it is fine for daily duties and occasional fun. I love the car.
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01-29-2016, 08:33 PM | #79 | |
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To me, the ISF just looks better proportioned and much more muscular. Here is an ISF from the same angle of your X Package IS350. I don't see any of the "Pep Boys" special flaring that you speak of. Last edited by PizzaHut; 01-29-2016 at 10:45 PM.. |
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2011+ ISF is actually quicker than an E92 M3 and more than a second quicker than the C63 AMG on Car and Driver's Lightning Lap test. It also made it on Car and Drivers top 10 Fastest Sedans in Lightning Lap History. The E90 M3 did not make the list. An E92 M3 Competition Package equipped on Pilot Sport Cup+ track tires tied the 2011+ ISF's VIR lightning lap time which btw the ISF was running on regular summer tires. As far as power gains are concerned, ISF puts down about 400whp with just header and exhaust. The guys over on CL are getting baselines before the tune and they're around 405-410WHP DynoJet, 440-450whp with I/H/E and tune is what they are estimating. What's ironic is they're doing all their dyno testing at EAS. Last edited by PizzaHut; 01-29-2016 at 10:42 PM.. |
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01-30-2016, 12:24 AM | #82 | |
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e92 was my first pic but was too slow for daily driving. torqueless. m6 felt a lot better. ISF is just a rocket around town. |
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01-30-2016, 06:33 PM | #83 | |
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9 seconds? that is nuts. i didn't know the 11's were so much better. time to do some reading. that is some major upgrading. i'd hate to own an early car only to find out the updated one is SO much better. |
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01-30-2016, 06:35 PM | #84 | |
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if you like torque around town, there's only one car to get. AMG baby. I'm sure my spine is slightly tweaked everytime i yank through first and second gear in that thing. |
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Here's a video where the reviewer gives the basic lowdown on the changes to the 2011+ |
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01-30-2016, 08:44 PM | #87 | |
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Some of us do. Feel free to stop reading this thread if you aren't interested in the IS F.
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Both my fbo e92 m3 dcb put acouple bus lengths on roll races on an isf so I'm glad they are finally catching up. From a roll a stock e92 m3 pulled on the thing so it's torque only offers an advantage in higher gears at low revs like around town if you are unwilling to downshift.
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