What make a DINAN

[silverbullet7]

Whats up guys, im looking to pick up a 1 series in the next few days and im stuck between 2. A silver with mods like jb4 and downpipes etc. But there is also one that is DINAN stage 2. Sad to say im not 100% on what makes it a DINAN. I know its a combo of performance mods but what does that mean when i get that car? Can i still do mods like exhaust, DP's and so on... if there is none? And if i can when i put them on do i have to have DINAN do a retune.

Here is the car im talking about
http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=596400

[silverbullet7]

anything?

[1Fasst1]

Originally Posted by silverbullet7

Whats up guys, im looking to pick up a 1 series in the next few days and im stuck between 2. A silver with mods like jb4 and downpipes etc. But there is also one that is DINAN stage 2. Sad to say im not 100% on what makes it a DINAN. I know its a combo of performance mods but what does that mean when i get that car? Can i still do mods like exhaust, DP's and so on... if there is none? And if i can when i put them on do i have to have DINAN do a retune.

Here is the car im talking about
http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=596400

The car looks to just have the DINAN software flash.To get a DINAN badge you have to have 10 DINAN points which could be a combination of any number of DINAN products. The stage 2 flash is a good upgrade for a daily driver but most forum members that do alot of mods seem to prefer a JB, Proceed,or Cobb ect. DINAN does tweak the tune for a FMIC but the tune was developed fo stock DP so I am unsure what effect aftermarket pipes would have. As the car is CPO I would research what coverage you would have as the car should be flagged at a dealership due to the tune. Maybe some of the DINAN guys will chime in and give you more info. Good luck

[vzehler]

Generally a Stage II Dinan Flash requires the Dinan Oil Cooler so Id say it has the software and the oil cooler at a minimum. It definitely does not have the Dinan Exhaust. I would ask the owner to provide service records from BMW to determine what has been installed. Also, if you have the last 7 of the VIN number you can call Dinan directly to see whats been installed (only if the parts were registered).

Good Luck!

[silverbullet7]

Thanks a lot guys!

[thebigragu99]

Originally Posted by silverbullet7

Thanks a lot guys!

It's just a name in imo.

[MZWIE]

DINAN is not worth it. JB4 is much better bang for the buck.

[fboutlaw]

Dinan Stage 2 can mean a lot of things. My car is Dinan badged, so unlike the people above, I know what I'm talking about.

Dinan badge requires 10 points. This can be any combination that totals to 10 and you can check on their website what each mod is worth.

Having a car listed as "Dinan Stage 2" means that either the software is stage 2 or the suspension is stage 2 or both. Those are the only kits sold in stages. Software is just software. It does NOT require the oil cooler on the 135i. The suspension is front sway, springs, shocks. These upgrades coupled together significantly impact handling and performance in a good way. Now, it's up to the seller to tell you if he did one or both of these things, but that still brings him/her 3 points shy of the 10 needed for a badge. Quickest way to get there is an exhaust (3 points), so that's highly likely... however, Dinan is now selling branded versions of the 1 that come with floor mats and the CF intake (not installed as it's illegal in CA for non-track).

Good luck!

[Sylon]

Originally Posted by fboutlaw

Dinan Stage 2 can mean a lot of things. My car is Dinan badged, so unlike the people above, I know what I'm talking about.

Dinan badge requires 10 points. This can be any combination that totals to 10 and you can check on their website what each mod is worth.

Having a car listed as "Dinan Stage 2" means that either the software is stage 2 or the suspension is stage 2 or both. Those are the only kits sold in stages. Software is just software. It does NOT require the oil cooler on the 135i. The suspension is front sway, springs, shocks. These upgrades coupled together significantly impact handling and performance in a good way. Now, it's up to the seller to tell you if he did one or both of these things, but that still brings him/her 3 points shy of the 10 needed for a badge. Quickest way to get there is an exhaust (3 points), so that's highly likely... however, Dinan is now selling branded versions of the 1 that come with floor mats and the CF intake (not installed as it's illegal in CA for non-track).

Good luck!

You gotta watch out for those illegal floor mats, Cali hates those things, jk.


As for the car, it says in the link that its just the Dinan Stage 2 software. And it looks like thats really the only mod this car has.

[silverbullet7]

So what im getting from this is.... a flash basically.

A brand name flash

[dbchun]

yes for the particular car you have linked the only Dinan upgrade is the ECU flash software. it also means the car is equipped with an oil cooler either from BMW or Dinan (I guess not all came with it stock?)

[Mr. Nice]

an overpriced, underperforming brand name flash

[vzehler]

Originally Posted by fboutlaw

Dinan Stage 2 can mean a lot of things. My car is Dinan badged, so unlike the people above, I know what I'm talking about.

Dinan badge requires 10 points. This can be any combination that totals to 10 and you can check on their website what each mod is worth.

Having a car listed as "Dinan Stage 2" means that either the software is stage 2 or the suspension is stage 2 or both. Those are the only kits sold in stages. Software is just software. It does NOT require the oil cooler on the 135i. The suspension is front sway, springs, shocks. These upgrades coupled together significantly impact handling and performance in a good way. Now, it's up to the seller to tell you if he did one or both of these things, but that still brings him/her 3 points shy of the 10 needed for a badge. Quickest way to get there is an exhaust (3 points), so that's highly likely... however, Dinan is now selling branded versions of the 1 that come with floor mats and the CF intake (not installed as it's illegal in CA for non-track).

Good luck!

The only way the oil cooler is NOT required is if your car is equipped with a factory oil cooler. http://www.dinancars.com/shop/D900-3...de.aspx#page=1

[fboutlaw]

Originally Posted by vzehler

The only way the oil cooler is NOT required is if your car is equipped with a factory oil cooler. http://www.dinancars.com/shop/D900-3...de.aspx#page=1

135i has a stock oil cooler.

It's the same flash for all N54, which is why this is listed since early 335's didn't come with an Oil Cooler.

[silverbullet7]

so if i were to get it with the dinan... how would i go about getting it back to stock

[1Fasst1]

Originally Posted by silverbullet7

so if i were to get it with the dinan... how would i go about getting it back to stock

Any dealer can flash it back to stock.There is nothing wrong with the DINAN flash, its just somewhat conserative compaired to some other tunes on the market.

[Turbolader]

Originally Posted by silverbullet7

So what im getting from this is.... a flash basically.

A brand name flash

And (Depending on the miles) a warranty.

[silverbullet7]

Originally Posted by 1Fasst1

Any dealer can flash it back to stock.There is nothing wrong with the DINAN flash, its just somewhat conserative compaired to some other tunes on the market.

my point exactly :-)

[jlee]

I actually just bought a 135i with the Dinan Stage 2 Software in it, and I have to say, I like it better than my previous 135i with the JB3 tune. Both cars were stock except for the tune.

That said, if I were personally buying a tune, I would still buy the JB3 because for the money it is the best tune. But if you have the money or can get it for free like I did when I bought the car, its a great tune.

So I know there are alot of people with opinions but I thought one from someone who has had both is worth posting.

Jeff