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05-11-2011, 01:12 AM | #1 |
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ecu upgrade- which is best?
Hey guys as the title says.. looking to upgrade soon. I have heard of PowerChip which can give me an increase to 276kw.
i'm getting the exhaust done shortly intake and will do some homework on intercooler Any help is appreciated on the above! -Elee |
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Most people are using either JB4 or Procede for piggyback tunes which tend to make more power and are cheaper than ecu flashing. But there seems to be a lot of other options for flashes.
Haven't personally heard of Powerchip for the 135 before? With an increase of 50kw that's one of the highest increases around, so a bit sceptical... |
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276kw would be at the crank Richard so thats really only 220kw at the wheels. I would personally go with a piggyback tune, greater gains and more features.
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05-11-2011, 01:45 AM | #4 |
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DO NOT DO POWERCHIP. No support, member base or actual info on how the gains are achieved.
Vishnu PROcede or BMS JB4, most trusted tuners in N54/55 community.
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05-11-2011, 06:10 AM | #5 |
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My cars stock at the moment, i've been thinking about piggyback tunes too especially Procede. Just wondering has anyone around perth got their 135i's with either JB4 or Procede?
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I chose PROcede due to the presence of this local support and the fact that I valued its functionality over other products.
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05-11-2011, 08:29 AM | #8 |
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Most people go with a piggy tune. But there are some flash tunes you can also get. Like: Cobb, Giac, or send your ecu to a German tuner for a flash.
Here is my review of my flash tune... http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=528152 Last edited by Dackelone; 05-11-2011 at 08:47 AM.. |
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I agree with the DONT USE POWERCHIP...
Had one in a different previous car for about 2 weeks then took it back for a refund. Utter ****. Service that i received was pathetic too...
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COBB looks pretty good from the US reviews, but until it becomes local, I'm inclined to stay away. PROcede is just as easy to take off AND comes with the benefit of code reading/clearing. With JB3 you'll need the BT tool to clear codes before service.
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Doesn't the new JB4 read and clear codes too? |
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Im interested in the COBB AP, looks like basically the perfect tuning device, and it's the easiest to use as well. Can also clear codes etc. Procede is NOT as easy to install/remove (requires opening ECU box etc. whereas COBB is purely software through a cable). I know it's not officially supported in Australia, but anyone had a shot at getting one here? Assume it should still work ok. I might pull the trigger at the end of this year when my warranty runs out- yeah I guess i'm extra cautious!
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05-11-2011, 04:04 PM | #13 |
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Yes the JB4 also reads and clears codes now. Living in Sydney I would be taking advantage of Adrian's knowledge. Both the JB4 and Procede are great products but you really cant beat having support in the same city.
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Yes I believe it does. Was referring to JB3 that was suggested.
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Hi
Excuse my noobness and lack of forum skills Does anyone have the full email and cvontact number for adrian@vishnu, he's based in Cherrybrook - as described in one of the above posts. I want to contact him about a Procede unit for my 2011 - 135is. Thanks |
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05-12-2011, 11:23 PM | #19 |
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He hangs around the forum so he should drop in.
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Just click my name at the top right of this post and PM me!!
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Not really wanting to put my mobile number up on the forum. Cheers, Adrian |
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