Local Meet

boostaddict305 · 03-26-2014, 07:57 AM

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Originally Posted by darkrom

Yeah I'm chancing it on the runflats.

You re a brave man hahaha

darkrom · 03-26-2014, 08:48 AM

Its either that or guaranteed agony in my back instead of just "everyday torture" lol.

boostaddict305 · 03-26-2014, 10:02 AM

Well looks like we got lucky at least where I am there's no snow at all

SalemChiro · 03-26-2014, 10:10 AM

Same up here on the north shore.

Looks like I'll be starting a suspension overhaul next week....can't wait!

boostaddict305 · 03-26-2014, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by SalemChiro

Same up here on the north shore.

Looks like I'll be starting a suspension overhaul next week....can't wait!

Upgrading?

SalemChiro · 03-26-2014, 10:16 AM

A little upgrade...

boostaddict305 · 03-26-2014, 10:20 AM

Care to share? Lol

SalemChiro · 03-26-2014, 10:32 AM

Apex EC-7 on PSS. M3 E93 FSB, M3 front and rear control arms, M3 rear subframe bushings, Koni yellows, and Swift Spec-R springs....then I'm done modding!!!!

boostaddict305 · 03-26-2014, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by SalemChiro

Apex EC-7 on PSS. M3 E93 FSB, M3 front and rear control arms, M3 rear subframe bushings, Koni yellows, and Swift Spec-R springs....then I'm done modding!!!!

Said just about every car guy I know including myself and yea we all know how that goes

darkrom · 03-26-2014, 11:18 AM

Yeah this car is the one I'm not modding....JB4 and DCI going on this weekend. Doing spark plugs before the JB4 for peace of mind.

By the way guys, unless you have someone you are already loyal to, I know the best service adviser around. Kevin Waters at BMW Sudbury. He's a car guy big time and won't try to fuck you over. Tell him Matt (or darkrom lol) sent you. He's not one of those guys who will say "you have an axle back, that is why your HPFP failed" or anything stupid.

So yeah he will take care of you. Just give him a good survey or feedback when he does, so we can return the favor. He does all my work on every car I've owned, hes a safe bet for a service adviser.

NWillard77 · 03-26-2014, 10:04 PM

spark plugs are 100% a good idea! My car kept misfiring, aftermarket warranty would only pay for 1 plug and 1 coilpack on the misfiring cylinder. they did two, i just bought the other 4 plugs and did them myself. the ones that came out were cooked. car has been running so much better the passed couple days!

also....if anyone saw my style 264 wheels for sale...i decided to keep them, with a little twist. Im excited to put the tires back on!

spending the money on suspension instead of wheels. style 264s are a pretty nice wheel anyway! just a bit too narrow.

potxoli · 03-27-2014, 09:17 AM

Just got my tires from tire rack. Apex EC-7 from the Jan group buy going on this weekend!

darkrom · 03-29-2014, 02:04 PM

Jb4 on. Love map 5. Got the DCI on and new spark plugs. The car has 41-42k miles and needed plugs BAD from what they looked like. Jb4 is amazing. Highly recommended.

boostaddict305 · 03-29-2014, 02:05 PM

Did you have any issues with the other plugs or did you change them just in case?

darkrom · 03-29-2014, 08:39 PM

We changed just in case, but glad we did. They were pretty crappy looking. I can't express how much I love map 5. The auto tune map was just so spectacular. Identical driveability while just driving, and tons of power while stomping on it. The DCI sounds neat too.

NWillard77 · 03-29-2014, 09:43 PM

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Originally Posted by darkrom

Jb4 on. Love map 5. Got the DCI on and new spark plugs. The car has 41-42k miles and needed plugs BAD from what they looked like. Jb4 is amazing. Highly recommended.

I love my DCI! I was going to go with JB4 but i got a cobb v2 for the same price which can check codes. Either way in the end they both do that same thing!

boostaddict305 · 03-30-2014, 07:03 AM

Only cobb is easier to uninstall when you go to he dealer for warranty work

darkrom · 03-30-2014, 08:37 AM

JB4 does codes. I have no warranty anyway. I had cobb on my evo and the limitations drove me crazy. I'm glad I went with the JB4 this time, just personal preference I guess.

I had it on map 1 and it was 13.5 PSI, which felt cool but kinda "this is it" vibe was going around. Turned it on map 5 (autotuning) and I was right, the car wanted more. Around 17 PSI now. The thing just FLIES. I also plugged back in the cable in my trunk that controls the exhaust flapper, and just used the JB4 to set it open all the time. I also set the fuel gauge as a boost gauge, which is pretty neat. No need for an AFR or boost gauge. It only hijacks the gauges at >50% throttle.

I get that the install is FAR easier on cobb for sure, but I felt it was lacking some features. Plus the autotuning map just had me intrigued. I want to eventually run a non-flammable meth setup. It'll add power cheaply AND it'll help prevent carbon build up which as we all know is an issue with this car.

The cobb is a set it and forget it solution, with nice reliable maps. It is also easier to get a protune with. The JB4 feels more like you need to do a little work to get it in the car (and I mean a little, the spark plugs were harder to change) but then its there ready to use various maps etc. I'm not knocking cobb for sure, but the JB4 feels more unique and like it was integrated in the car nicer. Can't really go wrong with either, but I know its much harder to run meth with cobb, so that was a big factor as well.

I debated not even installing the DCI due to heat soak, but I said screw it and did it. Its nice for sure, love the sound. I'll have to monitor my IAT carefully with the JB4, but I don't expect any real issues since I don't do track days. This year I'll be doing New England Dragway when I can, and autox coming up in april. It'll be my first auto x.

boostaddict305 · 03-30-2014, 08:44 AM

Yea I ve read all the pros and cons it comes down to personal reference when the weather get a little better we need to do a meet id like to see the jb4 in action in person

NWillard77 · 03-30-2014, 08:56 PM

i like the "set it and forget it" feature of the cobb. The most i will do is an upgraded FMIC with the cobb tune. The car is already more than fast enough for me with just the stage 1 aggressive file. like you said, all personal preference. we definitely do need to do a meet soon. I just ordered the H&R sport cup kit (with the supersport springs = moar low) and should hopefully be mounting my tires on my style 264's tomorrow at work. now only if the weather would cooperate.

boostaddict305 · 03-30-2014, 09:25 PM

I'm going on vacation to Europe in the summer so I'm blowing a ton of money towards my trip but next year I ll be looking to buy stuff I definitely need tires too these stock run flats are just terrible

darkrom · 03-31-2014, 06:29 AM

I'm going to Atlantic city and some other places in July with the GF. Should be fun but it means holding back on the car a little.

03-26-2014, 08:48 AM	#112
darkrom Colonel 188 Rep 2,225 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Rhode Island iTrader: (5)	Its either that or guaranteed agony in my back instead of just "everyday torture" lol.
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03-26-2014, 10:02 AM	#113
boostaddict305 First Lieutenant 58 Rep 358 Posts Drives: M2 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: RI iTrader: (0)	Well looks like we got lucky at least where I am there's no snow at all
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03-26-2014, 10:10 AM	#114
SalemChiro Second Lieutenant 9 Rep 268 Posts Drives: 135i vert Join Date: May 2012 Location: MA iTrader: (0)	Same up here on the north shore. Looks like I'll be starting a suspension overhaul next week....can't wait!
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03-26-2014, 10:16 AM	#116
SalemChiro Second Lieutenant 9 Rep 268 Posts Drives: 135i vert Join Date: May 2012 Location: MA iTrader: (0)	A little upgrade...
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03-26-2014, 10:20 AM	#117
boostaddict305 First Lieutenant 58 Rep 358 Posts Drives: M2 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: RI iTrader: (0)	Care to share? Lol
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03-26-2014, 10:32 AM	#118
SalemChiro Second Lieutenant 9 Rep 268 Posts Drives: 135i vert Join Date: May 2012 Location: MA iTrader: (0)	Apex EC-7 on PSS. M3 E93 FSB, M3 front and rear control arms, M3 rear subframe bushings, Koni yellows, and Swift Spec-R springs....then I'm done modding!!!! Last edited by SalemChiro; 03-30-2014 at 01:05 PM..
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03-26-2014, 11:18 AM	#120
darkrom Colonel 188 Rep 2,225 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Rhode Island iTrader: (5)	Yeah this car is the one I'm not modding....JB4 and DCI going on this weekend. Doing spark plugs before the JB4 for peace of mind. By the way guys, unless you have someone you are already loyal to, I know the best service adviser around. Kevin Waters at BMW Sudbury. He's a car guy big time and won't try to fuck you over. Tell him Matt (or darkrom lol) sent you. He's not one of those guys who will say "you have an axle back, that is why your HPFP failed" or anything stupid. So yeah he will take care of you. Just give him a good survey or feedback when he does, so we can return the favor. He does all my work on every car I've owned, hes a safe bet for a service adviser.
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03-26-2014, 10:04 PM	#121
NWillard77 Second Lieutenant 13 Rep 258 Posts Drives: 2008 135i sparkling grey/red Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: North Shore, MA iTrader: (2)	spark plugs are 100% a good idea! My car kept misfiring, aftermarket warranty would only pay for 1 plug and 1 coilpack on the misfiring cylinder. they did two, i just bought the other 4 plugs and did them myself. the ones that came out were cooked. car has been running so much better the passed couple days! also....if anyone saw my style 264 wheels for sale...i decided to keep them, with a little twist. Im excited to put the tires back on! spending the money on suspension instead of wheels. style 264s are a pretty nice wheel anyway! just a bit too narrow.
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03-27-2014, 09:17 AM	#122
potxoli First Lieutenant 138 Rep 353 Posts Drives: 2016 SO F80 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: boston iTrader: (2)	Just got my tires from tire rack. Apex EC-7 from the Jan group buy going on this weekend!
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03-29-2014, 02:04 PM	#123
darkrom Colonel 188 Rep 2,225 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Rhode Island iTrader: (5)	Jb4 on. Love map 5. Got the DCI on and new spark plugs. The car has 41-42k miles and needed plugs BAD from what they looked like. Jb4 is amazing. Highly recommended.
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03-29-2014, 02:05 PM	#124
boostaddict305 First Lieutenant 58 Rep 358 Posts Drives: M2 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: RI iTrader: (0)	Did you have any issues with the other plugs or did you change them just in case?
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03-29-2014, 08:39 PM	#125
darkrom Colonel 188 Rep 2,225 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Rhode Island iTrader: (5)	We changed just in case, but glad we did. They were pretty crappy looking. I can't express how much I love map 5. The auto tune map was just so spectacular. Identical driveability while just driving, and tons of power while stomping on it. The DCI sounds neat too.
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03-30-2014, 07:03 AM	#127
boostaddict305 First Lieutenant 58 Rep 358 Posts Drives: M2 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: RI iTrader: (0)	Only cobb is easier to uninstall when you go to he dealer for warranty work
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03-30-2014, 08:37 AM	#128
darkrom Colonel 188 Rep 2,225 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Rhode Island iTrader: (5)	JB4 does codes. I have no warranty anyway. I had cobb on my evo and the limitations drove me crazy. I'm glad I went with the JB4 this time, just personal preference I guess. I had it on map 1 and it was 13.5 PSI, which felt cool but kinda "this is it" vibe was going around. Turned it on map 5 (autotuning) and I was right, the car wanted more. Around 17 PSI now. The thing just FLIES. I also plugged back in the cable in my trunk that controls the exhaust flapper, and just used the JB4 to set it open all the time. I also set the fuel gauge as a boost gauge, which is pretty neat. No need for an AFR or boost gauge. It only hijacks the gauges at >50% throttle. I get that the install is FAR easier on cobb for sure, but I felt it was lacking some features. Plus the autotuning map just had me intrigued. I want to eventually run a non-flammable meth setup. It'll add power cheaply AND it'll help prevent carbon build up which as we all know is an issue with this car. The cobb is a set it and forget it solution, with nice reliable maps. It is also easier to get a protune with. The JB4 feels more like you need to do a little work to get it in the car (and I mean a little, the spark plugs were harder to change) but then its there ready to use various maps etc. I'm not knocking cobb for sure, but the JB4 feels more unique and like it was integrated in the car nicer. Can't really go wrong with either, but I know its much harder to run meth with cobb, so that was a big factor as well. I debated not even installing the DCI due to heat soak, but I said screw it and did it. Its nice for sure, love the sound. I'll have to monitor my IAT carefully with the JB4, but I don't expect any real issues since I don't do track days. This year I'll be doing New England Dragway when I can, and autox coming up in april. It'll be my first auto x.
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03-30-2014, 08:44 AM	#129
boostaddict305 First Lieutenant 58 Rep 358 Posts Drives: M2 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: RI iTrader: (0)	Yea I ve read all the pros and cons it comes down to personal reference when the weather get a little better we need to do a meet id like to see the jb4 in action in person
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03-30-2014, 08:56 PM	#130
NWillard77 Second Lieutenant 13 Rep 258 Posts Drives: 2008 135i sparkling grey/red Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: North Shore, MA iTrader: (2)	i like the "set it and forget it" feature of the cobb. The most i will do is an upgraded FMIC with the cobb tune. The car is already more than fast enough for me with just the stage 1 aggressive file. like you said, all personal preference. we definitely do need to do a meet soon. I just ordered the H&R sport cup kit (with the supersport springs = moar low) and should hopefully be mounting my tires on my style 264's tomorrow at work. now only if the weather would cooperate.
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03-30-2014, 09:25 PM	#131
boostaddict305 First Lieutenant 58 Rep 358 Posts Drives: M2 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: RI iTrader: (0)	I'm going on vacation to Europe in the summer so I'm blowing a ton of money towards my trip but next year I ll be looking to buy stuff I definitely need tires too these stock run flats are just terrible
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03-31-2014, 06:29 AM	#132
darkrom Colonel 188 Rep 2,225 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Rhode Island iTrader: (5)	I'm going to Atlantic city and some other places in July with the GF. Should be fun but it means holding back on the car a little.
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