All COBB Tuning AccessPORT for 135i Discussion Here

roo97ss · 03-18-2011, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by brow0814

I just installed my AP into a 08 135i AT, but now cruise control does not work. Did I do something wrong? Did I miss something here?

seems all 08 and 09 steps are having this problem.

GringoStar · 03-18-2011, 10:51 AM

Looking for input from those who have previously had the JB3/JB4 tunes installed ... What was the reason you switched to COBB?

Do you feel a difference in the car with COBB vs JB?

roo97ss · 03-18-2011, 11:32 AM

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Originally Posted by wafflestomp

Looking for input from those who have previously had the JB3/JB4 tunes installed ... What was the reason you switched to COBB?

Do you feel a difference in the car with COBB vs JB?

i switched for the ease of install, removal. Seems i was at dealer once a month or even more often than that initially. had fuel pump issues, multiple reprograms, tail lights, etc. PITA to be in and out of the ECU, though i was good at it.

I had JB3.

Power is very smooth with cobb, and better on top end of rpm range, though midrange definitely felt better with the jb3.

Running my car side by side with my brother, map3 is on par with the cobb ap, map 5 is quicker.

I expect great support from cobb, with upgraded tunes and additional stages for full mods in the near future which should meet or exceed what the jb4/procede can do.

To me, ease of use was the reason; smoothness is a bonus and a detraction at same time. The feel is not as in your face as the jb3 was. I mean, some times its nice to have the car have an attitude when you step on it, but it gets old after a while.

I've heard the jb4 is much smoother like the cobb now is, but that wasn't my deciding factor.

Pricing is a big difference though. I got intro pricing on cobb so saved a few bucks but 900 vs 500 isn't insignificant

e82n54 · 03-18-2011, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by roo97ss

Quote:

Originally Posted by brow0814

I just installed my AP into a 08 135i AT, but now cruise control does not work. Did I do something wrong? Did I miss something here?

seems all 08 and 09 steps are having this problem.

Also my 2009 manual with this problem.

SpacE82 · 03-18-2011, 02:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Mrbig

when can we have stage 2 ???

+1

I hate reading the COBB threads! it makes me so jealous cuz i cant haz until stage 2!! huurrrryyyyy

Black Sheep · 03-18-2011, 02:34 PM

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Originally Posted by SpacE82

+1

I hate reading the COBB threads! it makes me so jealous cuz i cant haz until stage 2!! huurrrryyyyy

Why can't you have it until stage 2?

SpacE82 · 03-18-2011, 02:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Budz135i

Why can't you have it until stage 2?

Cuz i have catless DPs and full exhaust

Das Ein · 03-18-2011, 06:27 PM

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Originally Posted by SpacE82

Cuz i have catless DPs and full exhaust

Same here...but I have catted 3" DP's, full exhaust, intake, chargepipe, and intercooler.

Stage 2....I NEED U!

135iNewb · 03-18-2011, 08:34 PM

After much research, I've finally decided to give the AP a shot. I just placed my order online. I have a feeling I wont be dissapointed.

PACK IT, STAMP IT, SHIP IT!!!

135i, MD · 03-18-2011, 11:41 PM

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Originally Posted by 135iNewb

After much research, I've finally decided to give the AP a shot. I just placed my order online. I have a feeling I wont be dissapointed.

PACK IT, STAMP IT, SHIP IT!!!

You have chosen wisely!

After driving with the AP for a week to/from work, errands, etc, I still cannot wipe the smile off my face. You'll be hanging out in 5th and 6th gear alot because of the ridiculous increase in power.

Don't forget to give us an update! (although I can't imagine you'll be disappointed

)

Frampton · 03-19-2011, 10:57 AM

I'm in my 4th week with the AP now, you made a good choice. I installed a JB4 in a friends 2007 335i and immediately was glad I don't have to do the install and uninstall of a piggyback.

6th gear is just plain awesome, i'll second that

the cobb should come packaged with a radar detector though! got my first speeding ticket ever this week (i'm 30 and can't believe it took this long)

thez99 · 03-19-2011, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Frampton

I'm in my 4th week with the AP now, you made a good choice. I installed a JB4 in a friends 2007 335i and immediately was glad I don't have to do the install and uninstall of a piggyback.

6th gear is just plain awesome, i'll second that

the cobb should come packaged with a radar detector though! got my first speeding ticket ever this week (i'm 30 and can't believe it took this long)

Hah, woops

135iNewb · 03-23-2011, 08:44 AM

FYI, Cobb had some website trouble recently. If you placed an order online you might want to give them a call to double check things went through. I ordered online Friday night in Taiwan, (which is Friday morning in TX), so that I wouldnt have to wait for it long once I returned to the states. It should have shown up yesterday, but that order got lost in cyber space somewhere. We straightened things out over the phone. Should be here friday.

If you placed an order online recently and you didnt get a confirmation email, an invoice, and shipping confirmation, I would give them a call.

mackzilla · 03-24-2011, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Scuderia000

Also my 2009 manual with this problem.

My 2009 Manual also is having cruise control issues. I wasn't sure if it was the access port or the horrible new software bmw flashed onto the car last time it was in for warranty work.

RX-BMW · 03-24-2011, 02:48 PM

took my car in today for HPFP and injector replacement, should have it back monday. uninstalled the AP and all codes were cleared.

Question to COBB:

Will they give me new software for the pump? and if they do, will i have to send you guys a new ROM again for configuring?

Juicehead · 03-24-2011, 03:46 PM

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Originally Posted by RX-BMW

took my car in today for HPFP and injector replacement, should have it back monday. uninstalled the AP and all codes were cleared.

Question to COBB:

Will they give me new software for the pump? and if they do, will i have to send you guys a new ROM again for configuring?

My AP loaded fine after new HPFP install/software

ModBargains.com · 03-24-2011, 07:20 PM

The COBB AP is definitely a great product and I do also personally have it on my 08 BMW E92 335i. You should not have any problems reinstalling or re-flashing your car with the Stage 1 tune as I do believe all current software versions are supported. I am an authorized dealer for COBB Tuning as well so feel free to drop me a PM if you guys have any questions at all!

135iNewb · 03-25-2011, 11:59 AM

My AP just showed up

[devise's plan to leave work early]

Does the AP have a feature similar to "boost by gear"? I would love to keep the power output close to stock in 1st gear. Even stock the 135 has traction issues in 1st gear on run flats. I doubt the electronic differential can keep up with the added power.

If not, that is something I would love to see for stage 2.

bdoooh · 03-25-2011, 12:47 PM

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Originally Posted by 135iNewb

My AP just showed up

[devise's plan to leave work early]

Does the AP have a feature similar to "boost by gear"? I would love to keep the power output close to stock in 1st gear. Even stock the 135 has traction issues in 1st gear on run flats. I doubt the electronic differential can keep up with the added power.

If not, that is something I would love to see for stage 2.

That's something you get when ATR is released.

oman135 · 03-25-2011, 02:49 PM

bump for N55 !

135iNewb · 03-25-2011, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by bdoooh

That's something you get when ATR is released.

What is ATR? BTW, 71% done flashing data....cant wait.

bdoooh · 03-25-2011, 02:58 PM

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Originally Posted by 135iNewb

What is ATR? BTW, 71% done flashing data....cant wait.

Access Tuner Race. Cobb releases that as they get it developed for us users. It's available for Subarus, Mazdas, and Mitsus right now. I'm positive they'll release it for the BMWs as well. You'll be able to adjust most the values of the maps including boost per gear, load per gear, ect.. I'm assuming it'll come out with stage 2.

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GringoStar Private First Class 5 Rep 138 Posts Drives: F30 - 335i Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Phoenix, AZ iTrader: (0)	Looking for input from those who have previously had the JB3/JB4 tunes installed ... What was the reason you switched to COBB? Do you feel a difference in the car with COBB vs JB? __________________ Sold: 330i, 330ci, 2003 m3 vert Sold: 09 Alpine white/Coral Red 135i 321 hp 340 to to the wheels Now: 12 alpine white/coral red 335i Power tbd
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135iNewb Private First Class 15 Rep 146 Posts Drives: 2008 135i Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Nunyas iTrader: (0)	After much research, I've finally decided to give the AP a shot. I just placed my order online. I have a feeling I wont be dissapointed. PACK IT, STAMP IT, SHIP IT!!!
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03-19-2011, 10:57 AM	#407
Frampton i miss boost 35 Rep 402 Posts Drives: 2009 Mercedes C63 AMG P30 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Austin, TX iTrader: (2) Garage List 2008 135i [10.00]	I'm in my 4th week with the AP now, you made a good choice. I installed a JB4 in a friends 2007 335i and immediately was glad I don't have to do the install and uninstall of a piggyback. 6th gear is just plain awesome, i'll second that the cobb should come packaged with a radar detector though! got my first speeding ticket ever this week (i'm 30 and can't believe it took this long) __________________ 2009 Mercedes C63 AMG 2008 135i (Sold)
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03-23-2011, 08:44 AM	#409
135iNewb Private First Class 15 Rep 146 Posts Drives: 2008 135i Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Nunyas iTrader: (0)	FYI, Cobb had some website trouble recently. If you placed an order online you might want to give them a call to double check things went through. I ordered online Friday night in Taiwan, (which is Friday morning in TX), so that I wouldnt have to wait for it long once I returned to the states. It should have shown up yesterday, but that order got lost in cyber space somewhere. We straightened things out over the phone. Should be here friday. If you placed an order online recently and you didnt get a confirmation email, an invoice, and shipping confirmation, I would give them a call.
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03-24-2011, 02:48 PM	#411
RX-BMW Second Lieutenant 18 Rep 268 Posts Drives: 2009 135i sport package 6AT Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: St. Louis iTrader: (0)	took my car in today for HPFP and injector replacement, should have it back monday. uninstalled the AP and all codes were cleared. Question to COBB: Will they give me new software for the pump? and if they do, will i have to send you guys a new ROM again for configuring?
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ModBargains.com Banned 475 Rep 13,583 Posts Drives: JB E92 335i Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: 1721 E. Lambert Rd #C, La Habra, CA 90631 iTrader: (51)	The COBB AP is definitely a great product and I do also personally have it on my 08 BMW E92 335i. You should not have any problems reinstalling or re-flashing your car with the Stage 1 tune as I do believe all current software versions are supported. I am an authorized dealer for COBB Tuning as well so feel free to drop me a PM if you guys have any questions at all!
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03-25-2011, 11:59 AM	#414
135iNewb Private First Class 15 Rep 146 Posts Drives: 2008 135i Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Nunyas iTrader: (0)	My AP just showed up [devise's plan to leave work early] Does the AP have a feature similar to "boost by gear"? I would love to keep the power output close to stock in 1st gear. Even stock the 135 has traction issues in 1st gear on run flats. I doubt the electronic differential can keep up with the added power. If not, that is something I would love to see for stage 2.
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03-25-2011, 02:49 PM	#416
oman135 Major 69 Rep 1,041 Posts Drives: F80 M3 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Oman-Muscat iTrader: (0)	bump for N55 ! __________________ 2016 YMB F80 M3
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