evolve tune

1MOREMOD · 07-16-2011, 12:43 PM

anyone already done the evolve tune themselves? just read the instruction manual for it and a little nervous about doing it myself. is it pretty easy?

Singletrack · 07-16-2011, 12:56 PM

Extremely easy. In my case it took 2 mins to read the ECU and 1 min to program it after they sent me the flash. If you aren't sure about a step, just email those guys.

w00tw00t · 07-16-2011, 01:01 PM

dude a lot of us have done it ourselves... make sure you follow instructions carefully and to the letter and if in doubt then STOP! .. otherwise you'll be fine...

you'll also get great support from Evolve if you have any issues

1MOREMOD · 07-16-2011, 01:03 PM

sweet okay just dont wanna screw anything up. my center section and stage 2 tune should be installed in the next couple weeks when i get time. what are the choices for the throttle mapping they list? can you have it like it is now with 3 settings controled by the idrive?

Taz@Evolve. P · 07-18-2011, 03:26 AM

Hi Chris,

The throttle mapping choice is really just for your standard throttle setting. We give you the option of letting us know how you would prefer the pedal to react. For those without a sport button we can program it to react like one - more direct and sensitive. But for M3 owners, as you already have a sport button, its rarely requested.

Taz@Evolve. P · 07-18-2011, 03:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Singletrack

Extremely easy. In my case it took 2 mins to read the ECU and 1 min to program it after they sent me the flash. If you aren't sure about a step, just email those guys.

Glad to hear it didn't cause any headaches

Quote:

Originally Posted by w00tw00t

dude a lot of us have done it ourselves... make sure you follow instructions carefully and to the letter and if in doubt then STOP! .. otherwise you'll be fine...

you'll also get great support from Evolve if you have any issues

Thanks!

GT3 Tim · 07-18-2011, 11:31 AM

Yeah, it's easy.

The initial read is only a few minutes. After you send in the file, they may find that you have a tuner locked ecu. If you do, you will have to read (download) the file from your ecu again, but it will be a much larger file. Mine took about 1.5 hours. I just hooked up my battery tender and it was fine. After that, uploading the tune, etc. only takes a few minutes. Altough it sounds like a lot, it really is fairly simple, and WELL worth it.

1MOREMOD · 07-18-2011, 11:36 AM

okay thanks again looking forward to getting these two mods done see how it feels if anything.

Bomis · 07-18-2011, 11:45 AM

My software was to old so Sal sent me the 140 version (5 mb file) took only 15 minutes to upload the file to the ECU and directly after i uploaded the evolve file wich only took 20 seconds!

We had a event here in Sweden this weekend and what im most happy about is that i was just as fast as the stage 3 335:s the hole way....rolling start on sec gear 50-270 km/h,

Think that tells everything about how great this tune is!

Taz@Evolve. P · 07-18-2011, 04:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bomis

My software was to old so Sal sent me the 140 version (5 mb file) took only 15 minutes to upload the file to the ECU and directly after i uploaded the evolve file wich only took 20 seconds!

We had a event here in Sweden this weekend and what im most happy about is that i was just as fast as the stage 3 335:s the hole way....rolling start on sec gear 50-270 km/h,

Think that tells everything about how great this tune is!

Great to hear Bomis!

ysv · 07-19-2011, 06:05 AM

What do you mean by ''stage 3 335"? With turbo mods?

1MOREMOD · 07-19-2011, 10:30 AM

when listing the octane you will be running for this tune, is the car still able to retard the ignition to prevent detonation just like stock if you use a lower octane gas?

Bomis · 07-19-2011, 02:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ysv

What do you mean by ''stage 3 335"? With turbo mods?

Procede V5 autotuning, supersprint exhaust + catless dp's, forge ic, bms dci w heatshield...

Dave07997S · 07-19-2011, 03:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chriszeh

when listing the octane you will be running for this tune, is the car still able to retard the ignition to prevent detonation just like stock if you use a lower octane gas?

I'm not Paul but this has been answered before. The adaption of the DME is still active even with a 93 octane tune and you run 91 octane. The knock sensor will sense detonation and make adjustments to the timing.

Dave

Taz@Evolve. P · 07-19-2011, 03:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dave07997S

I'm not Paul but this has been answered before. The adaption of the DME is still active even with a 93 octane tune and you run 91 octane. The knock sensor will sense detonation and make adjustments to the timing.

Dave

Thanks Dave

... I wouldn't recommend it regularly. We tune for 93 so if you have to use 91 I would not fill up entirely and do, at worst, a mix unti you can fill up with 93.

ysv · 07-20-2011, 05:21 AM

Paul

Question from Russian customer)
First one. I did ask to make tune file for 98(eu), does this mean that my tune file is adopted for 93(us)?
Secound one. I have check sign for back row lambda's, to my opinion they are dead, does this thing harms performance? I didnt notice that, but maybe it does bad in case of performance...

Taz@Evolve. P · 07-20-2011, 06:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ysv

Paul

Question from Russian customer)
First one. I did ask to make tune file for 98(eu), does this mean that my tune file is adopted for 93(us)?
Secound one. I have check sign for back row lambda's, to my opinion they are dead, does this thing harms performance? I didnt notice that, but maybe it does bad in case of performance...

Yes we made your file for 98 EU which is around 93 us. The rear lambda's are off yes, due to you having a supersprint race system - you would have a CEL otherwise (that is how to remove the CEL). It does not effect performance whatsoever

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1MOREMOD - 11817 Rep 23,187 Posts Drives: Race car-> Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: check your mirrors iTrader: (5)	sweet okay just dont wanna screw anything up. my center section and stage 2 tune should be installed in the next couple weeks when i get time. what are the choices for the throttle mapping they list? can you have it like it is now with 3 settings controled by the idrive? __________________ 02 Tiag e46 M3\|6MT\|GC plates\|MCS c.o.\|GC bars\|GC race control arms\|GC bushings\|BW eng. & tran. mounts\|subframe kit\|BW race shifter\|BW Jaffster\|Euro header\|BW exhaust\|K&N c.a.i.\|Epic race tune\|Rouge pulleys\|Seibon CF hood\|CSL bumper\|apr gt 250 & splitter\|ST-40\|XR-2\|SS lines\|half cage\|Recaro profi\|Profi 2 harness\|BMWpedals\|BW studs\|
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Taz@Evolve. P BimmerPost Supporting Vendor 28 Rep 301 Posts Drives: Quick enough Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: US iTrader: (1)	Hi Chris, The throttle mapping choice is really just for your standard throttle setting. We give you the option of letting us know how you would prefer the pedal to react. For those without a sport button we can program it to react like one - more direct and sensitive. But for M3 owners, as you already have a sport button, its rarely requested.
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GT3 Tim Moderator 94 Rep 1,920 Posts Drives: 2014 MB E63S Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Sacramento, CA iTrader: (0)	Yeah, it's easy. The initial read is only a few minutes. After you send in the file, they may find that you have a tuner locked ecu. If you do, you will have to read (download) the file from your ecu again, but it will be a much larger file. Mine took about 1.5 hours. I just hooked up my battery tender and it was fine. After that, uploading the tune, etc. only takes a few minutes. Altough it sounds like a lot, it really is fairly simple, and WELL worth it. __________________ Tim <--- apparently likes "3" cars 2014 E63S -- The Rocket 2014 F30 328i -- Kids car 2008 E90 M3 -- Sold 2004 GT3 -- Sold 1997 M3/4 -- Sold 1995 M3 -- Sold
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1MOREMOD - 11817 Rep 23,187 Posts Drives: Race car-> Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: check your mirrors iTrader: (5)	okay thanks again looking forward to getting these two mods done see how it feels if anything. __________________ 02 Tiag e46 M3\|6MT\|GC plates\|MCS c.o.\|GC bars\|GC race control arms\|GC bushings\|BW eng. & tran. mounts\|subframe kit\|BW race shifter\|BW Jaffster\|Euro header\|BW exhaust\|K&N c.a.i.\|Epic race tune\|Rouge pulleys\|Seibon CF hood\|CSL bumper\|apr gt 250 & splitter\|ST-40\|XR-2\|SS lines\|half cage\|Recaro profi\|Profi 2 harness\|BMWpedals\|BW studs\|
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Bomis Captain 63 Rep 989 Posts Drives: BMW E92 M3 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Sweden iTrader: (1)	My software was to old so Sal sent me the 140 version (5 mb file) took only 15 minutes to upload the file to the ECU and directly after i uploaded the evolve file wich only took 20 seconds! We had a event here in Sweden this weekend and what im most happy about is that i was just as fast as the stage 3 335:s the hole way....rolling start on sec gear 50-270 km/h, Think that tells everything about how great this tune is! __________________ EURO E92 M3 2008 6MT Interlagos ///*Fully Loaded!* Evolve-R ECU Flash/Gintani Sport Exhaust/MS Stg2 Intake Kit/H&R Springs/MS 18/15 mm spacers/Bmw Perf. Grills/Gloss Black side gills/LCI Tails/LUX V3's/RD license plate leds
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ysv Private 8 Rep 71 Posts Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Moscow iTrader: (0)	What do you mean by ''stage 3 335"? With turbo mods? __________________
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1MOREMOD - 11817 Rep 23,187 Posts Drives: Race car-> Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: check your mirrors iTrader: (5)	when listing the octane you will be running for this tune, is the car still able to retard the ignition to prevent detonation just like stock if you use a lower octane gas? __________________ 02 Tiag e46 M3\|6MT\|GC plates\|MCS c.o.\|GC bars\|GC race control arms\|GC bushings\|BW eng. & tran. mounts\|subframe kit\|BW race shifter\|BW Jaffster\|Euro header\|BW exhaust\|K&N c.a.i.\|Epic race tune\|Rouge pulleys\|Seibon CF hood\|CSL bumper\|apr gt 250 & splitter\|ST-40\|XR-2\|SS lines\|half cage\|Recaro profi\|Profi 2 harness\|BMWpedals\|BW studs\|
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ysv Private 8 Rep 71 Posts Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Moscow iTrader: (0)	Paul Question from Russian customer) First one. I did ask to make tune file for 98(eu), does this mean that my tune file is adopted for 93(us)? Secound one. I have check sign for back row lambda's, to my opinion they are dead, does this thing harms performance? I didnt notice that, but maybe it does bad in case of performance... __________________
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