DCT GTS Software Upgrade

Sellout · 10-31-2015, 07:36 AM

The regular DCT file will give you what you're looking for, because S3 suddenly works like S4 used to, but without the rev matching.

Cbozz · 11-10-2015, 10:48 PM

I just had Alex flash my DCT tonight and I have to tell you the difference is huge!! As everyone on here claims.. quick shifts and no slip. Under WOT it kicks in I love it! No jerking when downshifting to 2nd gear like it did before and I tried it thought D and S mode in any setting I was surprised but it doesn't jerk when downshifting into any gear! I love the tune and don't understand why our cars didn't come with it stock!!
Alex works quick.. remotely I just plugged in my OBD II into my car and MacBook and sat down talking to my friend.. about 30 min later it was all done!
I'm very satisfied!!
thanks Alex!

Upgrade+ · 11-12-2015, 08:24 PM

I've been waiting to have Alex do remote coding from me, but when I last messaged him about moving forward and paying, I never heard from him. Hopefully he'll see this post and get back to me

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dozaiya · 11-14-2015, 12:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Upgrade+

I've been waiting to have Alex do remote coding from me, but when I last messaged him about moving forward and paying, I never heard from him. Hopefully he'll see this post and get back to me

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same here, never got back to me

Alex@Alpine · 11-14-2015, 12:43 PM

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Originally Posted by dozaiya

same here, never got back to me

Please email guys for faster respond, and sometimes on the bimmerpost app when I push send it does not go through. Email me right now you'll receive a respond alex@alpinemss.com

Thank you guys

Upgrade+ · 11-14-2015, 01:22 PM

Ok Alex. Thanks for clearing that up. Will do

JPSurratt2005 · 12-29-2015, 03:19 AM

Email sent! Looking forward to this!

Hierlevelz · 01-05-2016, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Alex@Alpine

Please email guys for faster respond, and sometimes on the bimmerpost app when I push send it does not go through. Email me right now you'll receive a respond alex@alpinemss.com

Thank you guys

Email sent!

JPSurratt2005 · 01-17-2016, 08:07 PM

The coding and DCT update went great! The shifts are stupid fast and I love it!

Helmsman · 01-18-2016, 03:33 PM

Hey Alex, still curious about the differences with this DCT sw versus the European OEM. I don't suffer from jerky down shift or lagg when reversing, but wonder if this sw makes the shifts even more aggressive?

dparm · 01-19-2016, 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Helmsman

Hey Alex, still curious about the differences with this DCT sw versus the European OEM. I don't suffer from jerky down shift or lagg when reversing, but wonder if this sw makes the shifts even more aggressive?

Yes, supposedly it bumps everything up "one notch". In other words, the post-tune M5 is more like the OEM M6.

vdude · 01-27-2016, 01:05 AM

Like others before me, I have to give Alex props for his outstanding service and pricing. I contacted him last Saturday and he agreed to an in-person meeting with only a couple of hours notice! Here are some of the upgrades he did:
-Euro MDM
-GTS DCT
-Front Amber delete
-DVD in motion
-Remote Windows/mirrors
-Reprogrammed Steering Servotronic (about 20% more effort in M mode, builds with speed)

I didn't think the DCT upgrade would make much difference but it did. Previous posts noted that BMW should've released the car like this - I definitely agree. Same with the steering. It drives better than when I picked it up from the Welt 4 years ago. The improvements make it an even tougher decision to switch to an F80. Anyone with an M, DCT should get coding from Alex. One of the best B4B mods out there.

Todd0131 · 01-27-2016, 06:56 AM

I did the above as well, was nice and easy and made a big difference. Thanks Alex.

MyUnicorn · 01-28-2016, 08:04 AM

Just had some coding and the GTS DCT tune performed remotely last night. Alex was great - he helped me at the very end of his day with just a few minutes notice. Everything went smoothly. The DCT tune is great. Noticed it immediately when putting the car in reverse. Shockingly, it engaged without pause. Also, the whole transmission just feels smoother. In D3, the upshifts and downshifts under light to moderate throttle make the car much less jerky. (My wife will like that). In the higher programs, the shifts are quick, but not abrupt. Overall, I think this is the best upgrade I have made to the car. I highly recommend it...and Alex is the guy to do it.

Colo M3 · 02-07-2016, 12:58 PM

Any issues with warranty claims? Thinking about having it done but I have a third party warranty.

KRZ3 · 02-09-2016, 02:50 AM

Had Alex do the GTS tune remotely recently. Appointment easy to make even between LA and Paris! Nice. Best tune I've had, definitely recommended.
- DCT feels a whole lot smoother between 1k and 4.5k, and R N D switch definitely more like it, no clunk whatsoever. I am at a loss why BMW didn't make it standard for all DCT cars.
- when flooring it and DCT goes from 7th to 3rd, feels way faster than before, had the feeling it took ages before, now more like what I would expect. Gear shift tming went from 140ms to 110ms and it's night and day. I could use even a little faster when WOTing and asked Alex if we could do 100ms but he recommended to stay safe. Guy cares about your car, I like.
Highly recommended especially for SC cars since the blower makes the standard software shortcomings even more acute.

grantwoodOK · 02-09-2016, 08:00 AM

Alex you did this update to my car almost 2 years ago, is there a newer update since then?

DKX4///M · 02-09-2016, 08:29 AM

I guess SLIGHTLY off topic but I spent a few weeks researching, reading info from Evolve, ESS, AA, and BPM and third party reviews...While all have ups/downs...Evolve and BPM seemed to have the best customer service and the happiest customers....

I Ultimately chose BPM Stage II (which was on a Holiday Sale for M3Post members)....Reason being a feature not offered by the others. I Couldn't be happier.

Recently had the tune removed by the dealer due to a dealership replaced FRM, and I gotta say I would never want to have to drive my car without it again...The difference between the new 240E, and BPM Servo-tronic changes, and overall drivability since I went cat-less...and the software that came on my CPO 2011 M3 is night/day...

Its a matter of preference, each has its strong points. All can be done remotely. And My 6 SPD BPM Stage II takes out my buddies ESS Tuned 2013 DCT M3 (almost identical mods) by a goof deal. While Idk if thats the only culprit, It deff doesn't hurt.

Evolve has a lot of happy customers too...Depends on your needs, preferences...

MDIAU · 02-25-2016, 04:18 PM

Another happy customer here! I had Alex code the edc along with the dct tune and I am completely amazed how the transmission comes alive. Reverse is instant, downshifting is crisp and a little louder in tone than before. The car just seems faster when doing stop and go acceleration. For my lack of reading directions Alex was very help along the way!! Cheers

antoine · 03-15-2016, 03:58 PM

Contacting Alex with MP
no response, is there a way to have the help of alex pleaseeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

M43S7RO · 03-15-2016, 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by antoine

Contacting Alex with MP
no response, is there a way to have the help of alex pleaseeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

email was best for me:

https://www.alpinemss.com/aboutus.asp

Grayblack · 03-20-2016, 09:27 AM

Anyone have any issues on the track after installing the DCT tune? Overheating or gone into limp mode?

10-31-2015, 07:36 AM	#221
Sellout Private 19 Rep 48 Posts Drives: 2012 E92 M3 DCT Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: San Diego, CA iTrader: (0)	The regular DCT file will give you what you're looking for, because S3 suddenly works like S4 used to, but without the rev matching.
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11-10-2015, 10:48 PM	#222
Cbozz Colonel 689 Rep 2,718 Posts Drives: M3 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: South Florida/ St. Louis iTrader: (27) Garage List 2016 BMW X5M [0.00] 08 BMW M3 [0.00] 14 BMW X5 50i - sold [0.00] 09 BMW 335i - Sold [0.00] 09 BMW 328i - Sold [0.00] 07 BMW 328i - Sold [0.00]	I just had Alex flash my DCT tonight and I have to tell you the difference is huge!! As everyone on here claims.. quick shifts and no slip. Under WOT it kicks in I love it! No jerking when downshifting to 2nd gear like it did before and I tried it thought D and S mode in any setting I was surprised but it doesn't jerk when downshifting into any gear! I love the tune and don't understand why our cars didn't come with it stock!! Alex works quick.. remotely I just plugged in my OBD II into my car and MacBook and sat down talking to my friend.. about 30 min later it was all done! I'm very satisfied!! thanks Alex! __________________ Evolve, Eisenmann, Strasse, StopTech, Active Autowerke
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11-12-2015, 08:24 PM	#223
Upgrade+ Good life 130 Rep 1,937 Posts Drives: 2008 E90 M3 AW Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: NY iTrader: (8)	I've been waiting to have Alex do remote coding from me, but when I last messaged him about moving forward and paying, I never heard from him. Hopefully he'll see this post and get back to me: __________________ Current: 08 E90 M3 Alpine White Former: 11 135i Msport Space Gray -Former: 07 335i Titanium Silver E92- Former: 08 135i Alpine White E82- Past: 06 Subaru STI WRB- Past: 04 Audi S4 Imola yellow- Past:97 Honda prelude Ice blue
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11-14-2015, 01:22 PM	#226
Upgrade+ Good life 130 Rep 1,937 Posts Drives: 2008 E90 M3 AW Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: NY iTrader: (8)	Ok Alex. Thanks for clearing that up. Will do __________________ Current: 08 E90 M3 Alpine White Former: 11 135i Msport Space Gray -Former: 07 335i Titanium Silver E92- Former: 08 135i Alpine White E82- Past: 06 Subaru STI WRB- Past: 04 Audi S4 Imola yellow- Past:97 Honda prelude Ice blue
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12-29-2015, 03:19 AM	#227
JPSurratt2005 Private First Class 93 Rep 146 Posts Drives: 2009 E92 M3 DCT Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Muskogee iTrader: (1)	Email sent! Looking forward to this!
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01-17-2016, 08:07 PM	#229
JPSurratt2005 Private First Class 93 Rep 146 Posts Drives: 2009 E92 M3 DCT Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Muskogee iTrader: (1)	The coding and DCT update went great! The shifts are stupid fast and I love it!
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01-18-2016, 03:33 PM	#230
Helmsman Major General 4489 Rep 7,135 Posts Drives: 2011 AW E90 M3 ZCP Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Stockholm, Sweden iTrader: (0)	Hey Alex, still curious about the differences with this DCT sw versus the European OEM. I don't suffer from jerky down shift or lagg when reversing, but wonder if this sw makes the shifts even more aggressive?
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01-27-2016, 01:05 AM	#232
vdude Private First Class 50 Rep 159 Posts Drives: F80 M3, E90 M3, E46 M3, E36 M3 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: LA iTrader: (6)	Like others before me, I have to give Alex props for his outstanding service and pricing. I contacted him last Saturday and he agreed to an in-person meeting with only a couple of hours notice! Here are some of the upgrades he did: -Euro MDM -GTS DCT -Front Amber delete -DVD in motion -Remote Windows/mirrors -Reprogrammed Steering Servotronic (about 20% more effort in M mode, builds with speed) I didn't think the DCT upgrade would make much difference but it did. Previous posts noted that BMW should've released the car like this - I definitely agree. Same with the steering. It drives better than when I picked it up from the Welt 4 years ago. The improvements make it an even tougher decision to switch to an F80. Anyone with an M, DCT should get coding from Alex. One of the best B4B mods out there. Last edited by vdude; 01-28-2016 at 03:43 AM..
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01-27-2016, 06:56 AM	#233
Todd0131 Lieutenant 380 Rep 530 Posts Drives: Yukon, stumpjumper, m3 Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Tx iTrader: (0)	I did the above as well, was nice and easy and made a big difference. Thanks Alex.
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01-28-2016, 08:04 AM	#234
MyUnicorn Private First Class 62 Rep 108 Posts Drives: 2011 E90 M3 SSII Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Atlanta, GA iTrader: (0)	Thanks, Alex Just had some coding and the GTS DCT tune performed remotely last night. Alex was great - he helped me at the very end of his day with just a few minutes notice. Everything went smoothly. The DCT tune is great. Noticed it immediately when putting the car in reverse. Shockingly, it engaged without pause. Also, the whole transmission just feels smoother. In D3, the upshifts and downshifts under light to moderate throttle make the car much less jerky. (My wife will like that). In the higher programs, the shifts are quick, but not abrupt. Overall, I think this is the best upgrade I have made to the car. I highly recommend it...and Alex is the guy to do it. __________________ 2011 E90 Silverstone II / Fox Red/Black ZCP Manufacture Date 10/28/2011
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02-07-2016, 12:58 PM	#235
Colo M3 Private 7 Rep 66 Posts Drives: 2011 MW E92 Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Denver, CO iTrader: (1)	Any issues with warranty claims? Thinking about having it done but I have a third party warranty.
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02-09-2016, 02:50 AM	#236
KRZ3 Private First Class 23 Rep 139 Posts Drives: E90 M3 Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Home iTrader: (0)	Had Alex do the GTS tune remotely recently. Appointment easy to make even between LA and Paris! Nice. Best tune I've had, definitely recommended. - DCT feels a whole lot smoother between 1k and 4.5k, and R N D switch definitely more like it, no clunk whatsoever. I am at a loss why BMW didn't make it standard for all DCT cars. - when flooring it and DCT goes from 7th to 3rd, feels way faster than before, had the feeling it took ages before, now more like what I would expect. Gear shift tming went from 140ms to 110ms and it's night and day. I could use even a little faster when WOTing and asked Alex if we could do 100ms but he recommended to stay safe. Guy cares about your car, I like. Highly recommended especially for SC cars since the blower makes the standard software shortcomings even more acute. __________________ '09 E90 M3 DCT EDC, ESS VT2 625, ESS HFC, GTS DCT, D2R BBK, B16D, VORSHLAG CP, DELRIN SUB, TE37SL '00 996.1 GT3 CS
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02-09-2016, 08:00 AM	#237
grantwoodOK Enlisted Member 16 Rep 41 Posts Drives: 2011 M3 Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Treasure Island, FL iTrader: (0)	Alex you did this update to my car almost 2 years ago, is there a newer update since then?
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02-09-2016, 08:29 AM	#238
DKX4///M Lieutenant Colonel 759 Rep 1,835 Posts Drives: 2020 X4M CS Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Long Island, NY iTrader: (17) Garage List 2020 BMW X4M CS [0.00] 2016 BMW M2 [0.00] 2011 BMW M3 [0.00]	I guess SLIGHTLY off topic but I spent a few weeks researching, reading info from Evolve, ESS, AA, and BPM and third party reviews...While all have ups/downs...Evolve and BPM seemed to have the best customer service and the happiest customers.... I Ultimately chose BPM Stage II (which was on a Holiday Sale for M3Post members)....Reason being a feature not offered by the others. I Couldn't be happier. Recently had the tune removed by the dealer due to a dealership replaced FRM, and I gotta say I would never want to have to drive my car without it again...The difference between the new 240E, and BPM Servo-tronic changes, and overall drivability since I went cat-less...and the software that came on my CPO 2011 M3 is night/day... Its a matter of preference, each has its strong points. All can be done remotely. And My 6 SPD BPM Stage II takes out my buddies ESS Tuned 2013 DCT M3 (almost identical mods) by a goof deal. While Idk if thats the only culprit, It deff doesn't hurt. Evolve has a lot of happy customers too...Depends on your needs, preferences... __________________ 2020 BSM X4///M-2016 BSM ///M2- 2011 668 ///M3
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02-25-2016, 04:18 PM	#239
MDIAU Lieutenant 42 Rep 449 Posts Drives: 2009 AW e92M Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: VA iTrader: (14)	Another happy customer here! I had Alex code the edc along with the dct tune and I am completely amazed how the transmission comes alive. Reverse is instant, downshifting is crisp and a little louder in tone than before. The car just seems faster when doing stop and go acceleration. For my lack of reading directions Alex was very help along the way!! Cheers __________________ Cayenne "wifey" M3 "mine" Previous toys: 997.1 GT3, C63, e92M3, 350Z, ISF, IS350, B5 S4, R1/Ninja 636
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03-15-2016, 03:58 PM	#240
antoine Enlisted Member 7 Rep 38 Posts Drives: M3 F80 Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Nurburg iTrader: (0)	Contacting Alex with MP no response, is there a way to have the help of alex pleaseeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
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03-20-2016, 09:27 AM	#242
Grayblack Captain 183 Rep 995 Posts Drives: E92 M3 and G07 X7 Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: OC, CA iTrader: (8)	Anyone have any issues on the track after installing the DCT tune? Overheating or gone into limp mode?
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