Dinan stage 2 Results

mantissss · 04-28-2009, 04:19 PM

ok so im getting my 135i in august and i really like the dinan stage 2 tune and i wanted to hear what others who have it think about it....thanks

shodanusmc · 04-28-2009, 05:34 PM

Those that have it like it. I would be more interested in hearing about the BMW Performance Kit when it comes out....and how it really compared to Dinan....what it costs...etc

Templedogg · 04-28-2009, 06:23 PM

Everyone who has it loves it, those who have other tunes will tell you it is a waste of money, etc....do some searches and you will see. All I can tell you is I am not disappointed at all and it makes this car a complete beast. Highly recommended!

john08135i · 04-28-2009, 06:34 PM

Ill give a run in mine with SSTT.. was gonna go Dinan but to many reasons not to.
IM in orlando on CFbmw also..

Speed Cat · 04-28-2009, 06:43 PM

I got it last week its so sick..... THe car is alive....

ILMOSTRO · 05-01-2009, 06:38 PM

The Dinan ECU upgrade is perfect. Not only great power, but the delivery is so smooth. Not to mention, the peace of mind you get with Dinan warranty.

Rearro · 05-02-2009, 08:14 PM

I love mine I just order the Dinan Exhaust aswell.

but the sofware alone makes tha car sound beefy!!!

Chicago1 · 05-02-2009, 08:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Templedogg

Everyone who has it loves it, those who have other tunes will tell you it is a waste of money, etc....do some searches and you will see. All I can tell you is I am not disappointed at all and it makes this car a complete beast. Highly recommended!

+1

Speed Cat · 05-03-2009, 12:38 AM

MyBMW Perf exhaust with the S2 is mad sick...

When you shift from first to second and even 3rd you get a nice pop .... not to mention sick pull

tHegeRm · 05-04-2009, 07:33 PM

BADASS! Nuff said.

Sorry JB3 lovers....

woodman650 · 05-05-2009, 11:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Speed Cat

MyBMW Perf exhaust with the S2 is mad sick...

When you shift from first to second and even 3rd you get a nice pop .... not to mention sick pull

Audio clip?

I don't know if "popping" is a nice sound...

MrRoboto · 05-05-2009, 02:25 PM

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Originally Posted by woodman650

Audio clip?

I don't know if "popping" is a nice sound...

I assume he means a chirp of the tires.

Speed Cat · 05-05-2009, 04:07 PM

Il post a clip from last week its not the greatest sound but the pull is sick...

Speed Cat · 05-05-2009, 04:10 PM

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Originally Posted by MrRoboto

I assume he means a chirp of the tires.

I do get the cherp somtimes even going into 3rd when i punch through the gears...

WonWunONE · 05-09-2009, 01:29 PM

I have it and I like it, the power is very linear so you might not think it has done a whole lot but launch your car or take it to the track to see full results.

JohnL135I · 05-09-2009, 01:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tHegeRm

BADASS! Nuff said.

Sorry JB3 lovers....

JB3 579.00 Plug N Play
Code reader- 287.00.
Total Price: 866.00
Remove JB3 and clear codes before going to dealership.......priceless!

If you've got the extra cash and want piece of mind with the warranty issue, then go for Dinan. Its all about choices these days. What works for one person does not work for another.

tHegeRm · 05-09-2009, 01:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JohnL135I

JB3 579.00 Plug N Play
Code reader- 287.00.
Total Price: 866.00
Remove JB3 and clear codes before going to dealership.......priceless!

If you've got the extra cash and want piece of mind with the warranty issue, then go for Dinan. Its all about choices these days. What works for one person does not work for another.

Run JB3 - Blow Up Engine = Your Fu**ed

Run Dinan - Blow Up Engine =

JohnL135I · 05-09-2009, 02:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tHegeRm

Run JB3 - Blow Up Engine = Your Fu**ed

Run Dinan - Blow Up Engine =

and you don't even have yours yet? What kinda opinion is that??

I had an 08 135i with all the bolt on's. I've yet to hear of a JB3, Vishnu, or Dinan blow up an engine. I'm not anti Dinan, I just choose to go a different route. Like I said, Its all about choices. The Dinan provides good power, but for the most power, get a JB3. Will you "Blow your engine", I highly doubt it, but can't guarantee it, and Dinan can with there warranty. Also, please take into a factor some of us don't have Dinan dealers around, so actually getting warranty service on a Dinan tuned car would be a major pain in the the butt.

JohnL135I · 05-09-2009, 02:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mantissss

ok so im getting my 135i in august and i really like the dinan stage 2 tune and i wanted to hear what others who have it think about it....thanks

Get this thread back on track-

Some things to consider when getting the Dinan tune-

What dealership will be doing warranty service? (Is it a Dinan authorized dealer) I say this because if you take your Dinan tuned car to a dealer that does not work with Dinan, you'll have to take your car to another dealership..depending on whats wrong with the car.

Additional performance mods- Are you considering any other mods not associated with Dinan? Dinan does not like other parts on the car unless its Dinan.

Upgrade+ · 05-09-2009, 02:22 PM

Wait, what? You HAD an 08 135i ?? Then why are waiting for an 09 135i? Just curious John.

Quote:

Originally Posted by JohnL135I

Back off man!!! I had an 08 135i with all the bolt on's. I've yet to hear of a JB3, Vishnu, or Dinan blow up an engine. I'm not anti Dinan, I just choose to go a different route. Like I said, Its all about choices. The Dinan provides good power, but for the most power, get a JB3. Will you "Blow your engine", I highly doubt it, but can't guarantee it, and Dinan can with there warranty. Also, please take into a factor some of us don't have Dinan dealers around, so actually getting warranty service on a Dinan tuned car would be a major pain in the the butt.

WonWunONE · 05-09-2009, 02:24 PM

/wants 8 more dinan points to get the badge

that is all

jeremyc74 · 05-09-2009, 02:28 PM

If the warranty is important to you, the Dinan tune isn't a bad option, but it IS pricey.

The other tunes available are going to be good for more power, but you're own your own if you break something.

As mentioned earlier, if you're really intent on maintaining some sort of warranty coverage, you're going to have to stick to Dinan parts, and you're also not going to be able to do catless DPs, unless you're planning on pulling them off before taking the car in for a problem (and that's not exactly a 10 minute job). If you had a break down on a road trip, you could be screwed if you were running catless DPs on the car.

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shodanusmc Captain 25 Rep 774 Posts Drives: 09 135 Vert Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Chicago burb iTrader: (0)	Those that have it like it. I would be more interested in hearing about the BMW Performance Kit when it comes out....and how it really compared to Dinan....what it costs...etc
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Templedogg Captain 54 Rep 799 Posts Drives: 135i, Trailblazer SS, 1934 PU Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Lake Stevens, WA iTrader: (1)	Everyone who has it loves it, those who have other tunes will tell you it is a waste of money, etc....do some searches and you will see. All I can tell you is I am not disappointed at all and it makes this car a complete beast. Highly recommended! __________________
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john08135i Major 92 Rep 1,027 Posts Drives: 2013 M Sport, 2010 bmw S1000RR Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Orlando iTrader: (0)	Ill give a run in mine with SSTT.. was gonna go Dinan but to many reasons not to. IM in orlando on CFbmw also..
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Speed Cat Second Lieutenant 28 Rep 231 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Calgary Canada iTrader: (0)	I got it last week its so sick..... THe car is alive....
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ILMOSTRO ilmostro 7 Rep 171 Posts Drives: BMW 135i Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: California iTrader: (0)	The Dinan ECU upgrade is perfect. Not only great power, but the delivery is so smooth. Not to mention, the peace of mind you get with Dinan warranty.
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Rearro Lieutenant 26 Rep 507 Posts Drives: Bmw 135I Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Silverdale, Wa. iTrader: (0)	I love mine I just order the Dinan Exhaust aswell. but the sofware alone makes tha car sound beefy!!! __________________ 2008 135i,Dinan Stage 2,Dinan Free flow exhaust.
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Speed Cat Second Lieutenant 28 Rep 231 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Calgary Canada iTrader: (0)	MyBMW Perf exhaust with the S2 is mad sick... When you shift from first to second and even 3rd you get a nice pop .... not to mention sick pull
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tHegeRm Got Turbs? 30 Rep 317 Posts Drives: 13' Lemans Blue 135is Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: GG iTrader: (4)	BADASS! Nuff said. Sorry JB3 lovers....
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05-05-2009, 04:07 PM	#13
Speed Cat Second Lieutenant 28 Rep 231 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Calgary Canada iTrader: (0)	Il post a clip from last week its not the greatest sound but the pull is sick...
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WonWunONE UMADBRO? 13 Rep 188 Posts Drives: AW 135i Join Date: May 2008 Location: Alberta, CAN iTrader: (0)	I have it and I like it, the power is very linear so you might not think it has done a whole lot but launch your car or take it to the track to see full results.
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WonWunONE UMADBRO? 13 Rep 188 Posts Drives: AW 135i Join Date: May 2008 Location: Alberta, CAN iTrader: (0)	/wants 8 more dinan points to get the badge that is all
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jeremyc74 Banned 79 Rep 5,970 Posts Drives: '08 135i Montego/Terra Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Evansville, IN iTrader: (0)	If the warranty is important to you, the Dinan tune isn't a bad option, but it IS pricey. The other tunes available are going to be good for more power, but you're own your own if you break something. As mentioned earlier, if you're really intent on maintaining some sort of warranty coverage, you're going to have to stick to Dinan parts, and you're also not going to be able to do catless DPs, unless you're planning on pulling them off before taking the car in for a problem (and that's not exactly a 10 minute job). If you had a break down on a road trip, you could be screwed if you were running catless DPs on the car.
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