135i with Auto. How do you launch it?

david.orr · 08-30-2011, 06:58 PM

Sorry guys, a dumb newb question. Why doesn't the 135i coupe come in DCT? lest it cannibalises 335i sales further?

Orlin · 08-30-2011, 07:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Donald

Sorry guys, a dumb newb question. Why doesn't the 135i coupe come in DCT? lest it cannibalises 335i sales further?

It does come in DCT.

BMWRX · 08-30-2011, 07:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Donald

Sorry guys, a dumb newb question. Why doesn't the 135i coupe come in DCT? lest it cannibalises 335i sales further?

It does......now. When it had the N54 engine, it was only auto or manual. Since the N55 came into play, the DCT has been an option.

timbo_3101 · 08-30-2011, 07:05 PM

Donald,
Quite a few forum members here have 135i with DCT, but your new vehicle won't come with DCT because it is an enthusiasts car (and possibly because it will cannabilise into the M3 market).

Harlequin · 08-30-2011, 07:05 PM

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Originally Posted by BMWRX

Since the N55 came into play, the DCT has been an option.

david.orr · 08-30-2011, 07:15 PM

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Originally Posted by BMWRX

It does......now. When it had the N54 engine, it was only auto or manual. Since the N55 came into play, the DCT has been an option.

Thanks guys for your feed. Was just wondering why this thread was about launching an 'auto' 135i. Seems like a waste to not have dual clutch technology on a great car. Now understood

dh58 · 08-30-2011, 08:10 PM

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Originally Posted by ippykaye

So to get this clear in my mind- you guys with autos (ie. no clutch) left foot brake to build revs right? I presume it's not a true 'launch control' as found in SMGs, DCTs and DSGs where it's similar to dumping the clutch?

Love that t-shirt btw. LOL.

I am going to give this a try today.

Superdaws · 08-30-2011, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Harlequin

Turn off the stability control. Just hit the DTC button on the dash once. You still have traction control on but you don't have the car messing with the throttle all the time...

Its the other way round aint it? One press removes traction control to the rears. Holding it down for 5 secs removes stability control???

Taymaishu · 08-30-2011, 08:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Superdaws

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Originally Posted by Harlequin

Turn off the stability control. Just hit the DTC button on the dash once. You still have traction control on but you don't have the car messing with the throttle all the time...

Its the other way round aint it? One press removes traction control to the rears. Holding it down for 5 secs removes stability control???

That is my understanding, too.

One press limits traction control meaning fun!

Full press = stability off = death.

Harlequin · 08-30-2011, 09:16 PM

Normal: DSC ON, DTC OFF

Hit once: DSC limited, DTC ON - Proper Launch Control is available in this mode - complete with the little chequered flag on the dash.

Hold for 5 seconds: DSC/DTC OFF - Track use. (TIMYOYO)

130iguy · 08-30-2011, 09:45 PM

limiter in N then slap it into D for maximum respect

(not serious)

Harlequin · 08-30-2011, 09:55 PM

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Originally Posted by 130iguy

limiter in N then slap it into D for maximum respect

(not serious)

I've never tried this because I like my transmission IN the car, but I'm pretty sure it wouldn't let you...

Rivenscyr · 08-30-2011, 10:53 PM

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Originally Posted by 130iguy

limiter in N then slap it into D for maximum respect

(not serious)

its D for drag

Jeef Beef · 08-30-2011, 11:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Rivenscyr

its D for drag

You're all doing it wrong. Once you get onto the track, you're meant to slam it into R for race.

Learn to drive auto you newbs

Rivenscyr · 08-30-2011, 11:07 PM

so its:
P for performance
R for race
D for drag

so whats N?

Jeef Beef · 08-30-2011, 11:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Rivenscyr

so its:
P for performance
R for race
D for drag

so whats N?

Nitrous

Orlin · 08-30-2011, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Jeef Beef

Nitrous

Stuart@BMRAutowerkes · 08-30-2011, 11:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 130iguy

limiter in N then slap it into D for maximum respect

(not serious)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Harlequin

I've never tried this because I like my transmission IN the car, but I'm pretty sure it wouldn't let you...

Only works at like < 3k... above that and it's 'locked out'

timbo_3101 · 08-31-2011, 12:28 AM

dh58 · 09-01-2011, 09:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Orlin

correct, one foot on the brake and the other on the gas to build the revs then release the brake and hold on

I tried this. ****n DTC cuts in again lol. Orlin do you do it in timyoyo?

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Originally Posted by bmroxm5

I tried launching last night in 1st, 3k rpm (way too much wheelspin), riding 2up using an iphone as a stopwatch we clocked 0-100 in 6seconds lol...

Second run was 1st gear, only 2k rpm feeding the throttle in then mashing it and it clocked 5.4....

I tried this aswell. Seemed bit better than the previous method.

I might download 2up and test the results. And then again with new tyres.

Orlin · 09-01-2011, 09:32 PM

do you have an N54 or N55? yes I do it after holding down the DTC button for 5 seconds.

JB4-335 · 09-01-2011, 09:58 PM

I tried to launch it off the line in second at the track with no luck. My tank managed a 1.96 60' by feathering the throttle off the line and reducing boost to a max of 12psi in 1st.

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david.orr Lieutenant Colonel 123 Rep 1,852 Posts Drives: Cars Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Australia iTrader: (0)	Sorry guys, a dumb newb question. Why doesn't the 135i coupe come in DCT? lest it cannibalises 335i sales further?
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timbo_3101 Lieutenant 18 Rep 442 Posts Drives: Slow Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Melbourne iTrader: (0)	Donald, Quite a few forum members here have 135i with DCT, but your new vehicle won't come with DCT because it is an enthusiasts car (and possibly because it will cannabilise into the M3 market).
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Harlequin Brigadier General 334 Rep 4,021 Posts Drives: F32 Coupé Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Brisbane, Australia BMW Club QLD Member iTrader: (5) Garage List 2015 428i M-Sport [8.40] 2012 1M Coupé [9.25] 2011 135i M-Sport [9.14]	Normal: DSC ON, DTC OFF Hit once: DSC limited, DTC ON - Proper Launch Control is available in this mode - complete with the little chequered flag on the dash. Hold for 5 seconds: DSC/DTC OFF - Track use. (TIMYOYO) __________________
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130iguy I'm Riley, I'm awesome 30 Rep 696 Posts Drives: e92 M3 Comp Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Qld, Australia iTrader: (0)	limiter in N then slap it into D for maximum respect (not serious) __________________ Do it properly the first time.
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Rivenscyr Captain 25 Rep 958 Posts Drives: muzza-tastic cruiser Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: george st iTrader: (0)	so its: P for performance R for race D for drag so whats N?
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Orlin Major 44 Rep 1,359 Posts Drives: F30 335i Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Brisbane, Australia iTrader: (1)	do you have an N54 or N55? yes I do it after holding down the DTC button for 5 seconds.
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JB4-335 Brigadier General 169 Rep 3,093 Posts Drives: E92 BSM & E70 AW Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Australia iTrader: (1)	I tried to launch it off the line in second at the track with no luck. My tank managed a 1.96 60' by feathering the throttle off the line and reducing boost to a max of 12psi in 1st.
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