JB3 or not?

Trist 135i · 05-27-2010, 12:51 PM

Hi guys. I'm such a noob when it comes to these things. I have never modded a car. I have a March 2010 135i and, well, I would like it to be the best it can be for cheap. I was thinking about a JB3 but I know bmw doesn't like that so I'm kinda stuck... I really don't want to risk my warranty but how much of a risk is it really if you have a bt tool? Are there any other options that bmw won't mind and that offers around the same performance gains?
I was also thinking of an intake. . . Will bmw mind that? and what intake?
Thanks a lot guys!

Oh and I run on 95 octane.

NYC6 · 05-27-2010, 12:56 PM

Take a look at Dinan.

MFIZZLENYC · 05-27-2010, 01:01 PM

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Originally Posted by NYC6

Take a look at Dinan.

+1

protium · 05-27-2010, 03:47 PM

JB3 + BT tool is fine for most people. You'll put out more power with the JB3 than with a dinan flash.

yandy · 05-27-2010, 04:15 PM

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Originally Posted by protium

JB3 + BT tool is fine for most people. You'll put out more power with the JB3 than with a dinan flash.

+1

///M1 · 05-27-2010, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by protium

JB3 + BT tool is fine for most people. You'll put out more power with the JB3 than with a dinan flash.

+2

And given you are in South Afica, Dinan's alleged NA warranty means nothing to you. Stay with JB3.

But intake-wise, I would recommend a closed intake solution (ala Dinan).

M II · 05-28-2010, 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by protium

JB3 + BT tool is fine for most people. You'll put out more power with the JB3 than with a dinan flash.

Also, the JB3 can be used for nitrous applications and water/methanol injection setups! It's truly a versatile piece that grows with your modifications for even more power!

ESC OFF · 05-28-2010, 11:02 AM

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Originally Posted by NYC6

Take a look at Dinan.

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Originally Posted by MFIZZLENYC

+1

+2

NewYearsBoy · 05-28-2010, 02:58 PM

Anyone know if a BMW dealer can reject working on a car because they have had Dinan work on the engine??? BMW of Sarasota says they will not honor the Dinan work....

Trist 135i · 05-29-2010, 04:43 PM

Thanks a lot guys! I would really like the JB3, now I just need to convince my dad because it's half his car...

moveswiftly · 05-30-2010, 07:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Trist 135i

Thanks a lot guys! I would really like the JB3, now I just need to convince my dad because it's half his car...

It transforms your car from a luxury coupe to a sports car....DO IT!

Irishace · 05-30-2010, 08:05 PM

JB3 + Map 5 and no worries. Getting a BT tool is added insurance and very wise. Enjoy.

BoostedTerp · 05-31-2010, 02:27 PM

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Originally Posted by pepper135I

Wait i'm a bit confused he said he owns a 2010 meaning he has the new n55... I Thought JB wasn't compatible yet?

2010's are n54, 2011 are n55

sb335is · 05-31-2010, 02:32 PM

you're fine with any intake really. just take it out when you go in for service

Magnussen-Moss Law is nice coverage if you want to leave your intake in. But considering thats an American law and you're in SA im not sure >.<.

Just get a JB3, BT tool, and intake, and take themout before service. You just got your car, you've got a whole year until you have to worry about any of that.

took me about an hour and a half to stick in my DCI, but i figure who the hell cares if my service isn't for another 11 months- And in the chance my HPFP blows out I'll just have it towed in with the intake. I don't believe they could legally blame my intake for a faulty part not directly related. Im going to print out the Mag-Moss law and safe keep it in my glovebox if i ever need to show it to some SA who tries to void my warranty.

pepper135I · 05-31-2010, 02:33 PM

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Originally Posted by BoostedTerp

2010's are n54, 2011 are n55

WOW!!! thanks for setting me straight haha,

Brian135i · 05-31-2010, 03:59 PM

Procede!!! It cost a little more, but is well worth it.

Hind · 05-31-2010, 04:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Brian135i

Procede!!! It cost a little more, but is well worth it.

why

M II · 06-01-2010, 10:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Hind

why

+1

sb335is · 06-01-2010, 10:43 AM

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Originally Posted by **********s II

+1

automatic code clearning??

05-27-2010, 12:51 PM	#1
Trist 135i New Member 6 Rep 15 Posts Drives: 2010 135i, AW, M package Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: South Africa iTrader: (0)	JB3 or not? Hi guys. I'm such a noob when it comes to these things. I have never modded a car. I have a March 2010 135i and, well, I would like it to be the best it can be for cheap. I was thinking about a JB3 but I know bmw doesn't like that so I'm kinda stuck... I really don't want to risk my warranty but how much of a risk is it really if you have a bt tool? Are there any other options that bmw won't mind and that offers around the same performance gains? I was also thinking of an intake. . . Will bmw mind that? and what intake? Thanks a lot guys! Oh and I run on 95 octane.
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Trist 135i New Member 6 Rep 15 Posts Drives: 2010 135i, AW, M package Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: South Africa iTrader: (0)	Thanks a lot guys! I would really like the JB3, now I just need to convince my dad because it's half his car...
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Irishace ElevenPointFive 326 Rep 2,450 Posts Drives: E90 335 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Toronto iTrader: (1)	JB3 + Map 5 and no worries. Getting a BT tool is added insurance and very wise. Enjoy. __________________ 2008 E90 335xi - N54 Daily Driver MHD Stage 2+ ~ CPE DPs ~ BMS Intake ~ AMS FMIC
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sb335is Captain 86 Rep 736 Posts Drives: fast Join Date: May 2010 Location: CA iTrader: (0)	you're fine with any intake really. just take it out when you go in for service Magnussen-Moss Law is nice coverage if you want to leave your intake in. But considering thats an American law and you're in SA im not sure >.<. Just get a JB3, BT tool, and intake, and take themout before service. You just got your car, you've got a whole year until you have to worry about any of that. took me about an hour and a half to stick in my DCI, but i figure who the hell cares if my service isn't for another 11 months- And in the chance my HPFP blows out I'll just have it towed in with the intake. I don't believe they could legally blame my intake for a faulty part not directly related. Im going to print out the Mag-Moss law and safe keep it in my glovebox if i ever need to show it to some SA who tries to void my warranty. __________________ Last edited by sb335is; 05-31-2010 at 02:39 PM..
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