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10-27-2011, 06:53 AM | #111 |
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I guess it was a bad tune on the radio. Get it?????
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10-27-2011, 11:09 AM | #113 |
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After looking at the PPK Install Instructions PDF that was posted, I noticed that is says Renew spark plugs on automobiles built before 3/09 or with more than 45k miles (Page 7). I have read that 45k miles they have to be changed, but why on cars built before 3/09?
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10-27-2011, 01:47 PM | #114 |
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Yeah I don't know either and I think my tech was pretty befuddled by it too. Anyway, I might get the car back today and I hope everything works ok, including the radio!
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10-27-2011, 07:04 PM | #116 |
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I received my 2011 back from the dealer with the software flash without issue. My local dealer did the install for $750.
As for my impressions, I was hoping for a little bit better throttle response, but that's ok. I will say, I wasn't expecting a hugely noticeable power increase, so my expectations were tempered as such. Either way, I definitely do notice the increased power from about 2000rpm on seemingly, there's nice extra grunt in the mid-range. It's expensive, but I'm pretty happy with it.
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10-27-2011, 07:17 PM | #117 |
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FWIW- I had my 08 done a few days ago. Car has 27K miles and they did not change the plugs. They did put a sticker next to the "BMW Power Kit Installed" that says "vehicle is equipt with performance kit, change plugs every 45K miles".
I was under the impression it was to have new plugs at time of PPK install, but I guess the existing plugs were fine. Anyway, the additional power feels great, and the power delivery is soooo smooth.
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10-28-2011, 07:07 AM | #118 |
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Ouch! That was harsh. I guess you're just not at-tune-d to my sense of humor.
Stick around, folks - the next show starts at 8.
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10-28-2011, 09:36 AM | #119 |
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Finally got my car back yesterday. Everything seems to work fine including the radio, and though I haven't had much of a chance to drive it yet, it did seem to pull even harder in certain gears and rpms.
Also, I got a 20% discount on the software from my dealer because I'm a BMW car club member and 20% off the install too, because of a promotion they were running. So total cost was $600...not too bad for an extra 20hp! |
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10-28-2011, 12:04 PM | #122 |
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Dropped off the car today for the PPK install and the dealer didn't order the software.
Gonna be an extra 2-3 days.
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10-28-2011, 12:48 PM | #123 | |
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10-28-2011, 12:50 PM | #124 |
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My dealer almost botched this too, they originally thought I just needed the appointment made. Luckily, I had time prior to my appointment for them to straighten this out with the parts dept.
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10-28-2011, 02:33 PM | #126 |
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I guess I'll live as long as they do it right. I don't mind pimping a 328i all weekend it has a comfy ride.
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10-31-2011, 04:46 AM | #128 |
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I went through the dealer but then only one person knew what I was talking about as my car is the second they have done.
As my car had the HPFP replaced before I purchased it, does this kit put the motor back to where it was when it was first launched? I have read from others that after the fuel pump change they felt they had lost power. Had a 328 as a loaner while the programming was done and IMO the interior of the 1 is better designed than the 3 as the 1 is more like a cockpit. Oh and yes I luv the results of the kit. |
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10-31-2011, 08:59 AM | #129 |
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Set my appointment to have mine installed on Black Friday. Very excited. My dealership has been saying that even w the BMWCCA membership they won't do a discount because its already discounted till the end of the year... any idea what I can say to maybe change their minds?
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I'll do that thanks.
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Got my car back today so far so good, haven't had a chance to open her up but the throttle response is way better and the exhaust pop is back.
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