Evolve Stage 2 tune + catless pipes?

[EeeNinetyTwo]

Hey everyone, I'm new here so please tell me if I am searching wrong, cause I can't seem to find a dedicated post/thread about this.

Anyways, I recently picked up a 2012 E92 M3 w/ 70k miles. I definitely want to get the car tuned, as I've heard it can really perk the car up in the lower rev range (I'll be doing the GTS DCT tune as well). Evolve is the most common company I can see for Stage 2, and they provide the catless pipes as well, which is a nice bonus. It's gonna cost around $1250 to get the engine tune, pipes and GTS tune, so I definitely want any input I can get. Do you guys have any considerations/things that I am maybe overlooking? Any issues down the line after Stage 2? Would you suggest sticking with Stage 1 from Alpine? Any input is appreciated!

EDIT: Emissions are not tested where I live, so no issues there.

[GOFAST M3]

Welcome!!!

I am about 12 months behind you on pulling the trigger. I haven't price shopped very much, but I am leaning towards BPM for my tune just from what I have read on here.

Evolve seems like a great shop, would not mind doing business with them either. BPM is more local, so just seems more natural choice for me.

Only consideration I would offer is, if the rod bearings havent been replaced yet, do that first for peace of mind.

[EeeNinetyTwo]

Originally Posted by GOFAST M3

Welcome!!!

I am about 12 months behind you on pulling the trigger. I haven't price shopped very much, but I am leaning towards BPM for my tune just from what I have read on here.

Evolve seems like a great shop, would not mind doing business with them either. BPM is more local, so just seems more natural choice for me.

Only consideration I would offer is, if the rod bearings havent been replaced yet, do that first for peace of mind.

RBs, TAs, VANOS covers, injectors, spark plugs, all gaskets etc have supposedly been done according to previous owner's records (and I'm inclined to believe him because I can at least see the VANOS covers have been changed). So I think I have a nice clean slate to slap a tune onto.

The Evolve was just appealing to me because of the included pipes. Besides that, I see the BPM DCT tune costs $850 while the GTS tune from Alpine and Evolve both cost $150. Do you know if the BPM DCT tune is improved over the GTS one?

[BPMSport]

The DCT tune from us is actually $199 as an add on and you can use code bimmerpost for 10% off

When you go through the process to add the engine software to the cart, it will ask what transmission you have, and if DCT is selected it will let you add that software at the reduced price. (BTW it has never been $850, it is $499 as a standalone with the tuning cable). It is definitely more cost effective to do the engine and trans at the same time and use one cable for both! With the discount the price is under 1k for both. We can also set you up with AA test pipes if you’d like.


If you have any questions please feel free to let us know!

[EeeNinetyTwo]

Originally Posted by BPMSport

The DCT tune from us is actually $199 as an add on and you can use code bimmerpost for 10% off

When you go through the process to add the engine software to the cart, it will ask what transmission you have, and if DCT is selected it will let you add that software at the reduced price. (BTW it has never been $850, it is $499 as a standalone with the tuning cable). It is definitely more cost effective to do the engine and trans at the same time and use one cable for both! With the discount the price is under 1k for both. We can also set you up with AA test pipes if you’d like.


If you have any questions please feel free to let us know!

Hey BPM, I am too new to the forums so I can't DM you, but I am interested in your guys' tune and the AA pipes that mentioned. Would I be able to buy those directly from you as well? Just looking to save on shipping as the shipping for the tune itself is already like $35.

[miser]

Does anyone have recommendations for getting a BPM tune in NJ? I have no experience with it.

[BPMSport]

Originally Posted by EeeNinetyTwo

Hey BPM, I am too new to the forums so I can't DM you, but I am interested in your guys' tune and the AA pipes that mentioned. Would I be able to buy those directly from you as well? Just looking to save on shipping as the shipping for the tune itself is already like $35.

Sure, just give us a call or shoot me a text and I can get you sorted 310-488-2418 with how to check out.

Originally Posted by miser

Does anyone have recommendations for getting a BPM tune in NJ? I have no experience with it.

You can order from our site here: https://www.bpmsport.com/services/tu...bpm-e9x-m.html Feel free to reach out to me at the number above also.

I am on the west coast so after 10AM please

[M3SQRD]

Originally Posted by EeeNinetyTwo

Hey BPM, I am too new to the forums so I can't DM you, but I am interested in your guys' tune and the AA pipes that mentioned. Would I be able to buy those directly from you as well? Just looking to save on shipping as the shipping for the tune itself is already like $35.

Originally Posted by miser

Does anyone have recommendations for getting a BPM tune in NJ? I have no experience with it.

I’ve had BPM/Mike’s stage 2 tunes with raised redline & GTS DCT software since 2011 on my ‘09 e92 M3 and 2012 for my ‘12 e92 M3. The tunes also include changes to the Servotronic steering settings and the throttle pedal sensitivity. I’ve had zero issues with both tunes for more than 12+ years. The ‘12 e92 M3 has an Akra EVO full exhaust and it uses a version of the tune that addresses the low rpm dip in the torque curve caused by the Akra exhaust. The ‘09 has a 3.62 FD LSD and the stage 2 tune with an 8600 rpm raised redline & AA full exhaust which makes it pull what feels much harder than the ‘12 all the way to the raised redline! The ‘12 pulls hard all the way to the raised redline but the ‘09 has a 4-5 car length lead through the quarter mile. I strongly recommend the BPM stage 2 tune & GTS DCT software package.

[Imran@Evolve]

Originally Posted by EeeNinetyTwo

RBs, TAs, VANOS covers, injectors, spark plugs, all gaskets etc have supposedly been done according to previous owner's records (and I'm inclined to believe him because I can at least see the VANOS covers have been changed). So I think I have a nice clean slate to slap a tune onto.

The Evolve was just appealing to me because of the included pipes. Besides that, I see the BPM DCT tune costs $850 while the GTS tune from Alpine and Evolve both cost $150. Do you know if the BPM DCT tune is improved over the GTS one?

As well an offering test pipes in the package we also have free shipping for March if you haven't already purchased.

https://www.evolveautomotive.co.uk/p...bbQecP1ezI4ZKs

Also there are countless reviews of this package on this and other forums should you need some reassurance.