Ready for a tune

dcs2k · 05-13-2012, 10:23 AM

08 e92, with CIC retrofit upgrade, M performance exhaust. Latest software loaded by the BMW dealer.Ready to take the plunge with either a ESS or Evolve tune. Just have the following questions

1. Any one here with a M performance exhaust running either of the tunes? Like to know your feedback if any.

2.being on the latest software, any issue with either of the tune? I did a search and read about some of the later software having a tuner protection feature, and will ideally not wish to rollback to a later software to install the tune

3.do I need to install back the original I-drive before the tune can load? As it is currently, the dealer had to install the old parts before the can perform any software updates on my car.

Thanks in advance for helping me with the above!

Daniel

THE TECH · 05-14-2012, 08:59 AM

Do a

. Plenty of info here on both tunes. Your axle back will have no affect on the tune. Your software will have no issue with the tune.

DJDeez · 05-16-2012, 01:40 AM

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Originally Posted by sg-e89

1. Any one here with a M performance exhaust running either of the tunes? Like to know your feedback if any.

I had a complete Agency Power exhaust system at the tune of my tune, I'm confident a search might offer some insight/feedback in your situation. Seeing as the exhaust still retains the stock cats (I believe) you will be limited as to your gains, even with a tune.

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Originally Posted by sg-e89

2.being on the latest software, any issue with either of the tune? I did a search and read about some of the later software having a tuner protection feature, and will ideally not wish to rollback to a later software to install the tune

This will make no difference, the latest software has no issues and can be tuned over. I am running the latest software myself (231E) and there was zero problems uploading the tuned file from Evolve. Even if your software isn't the latest, Evolve can update that for you as well!

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Originally Posted by sg-e89

3.do I need to install back the original I-drive before the tune can load? As it is currently, the dealer had to install the old parts before the can perform any software updates on my car.

No. Whether the vehicle has no iDrive or a retrofit system will have no bearing on the tune. I am unsure why the dealer had to install the old parts, Mike Benvo is the best man to talk when it comes to remote coding; friendly and knowledgeable but extremely busy!

Personally, I would recommend you contact Paul @ Evolve directly, you will not be disappointed! He will be more than happy to answer any questions you may have and lead you in the right direction! Tell him Deep said hi

Darin911 · 05-31-2012, 12:43 AM

Is there any point int he 231E if its just going to be over-written with another tune like ESS / Evolve? Do cars with the 231E net higher gains?

Moxie · 05-31-2012, 03:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Darin911

Is there any point int he 231E if its just going to be over-written with another tune like ESS / Evolve? Do cars with the 231E net higher gains?

http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=676637

iDontAlwaysDrink · 05-31-2012, 03:35 AM

For being in Singapore, you have very good English. Just a random compliment.

clamder · 05-31-2012, 10:20 AM

Umm... They speak English in Singapore...

05-13-2012, 10:23 AM	#1
dcs2k Lieutenant 60 Rep 438 Posts Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Singapore iTrader: (0)	Ready for a tune 08 e92, with CIC retrofit upgrade, M performance exhaust. Latest software loaded by the BMW dealer.Ready to take the plunge with either a ESS or Evolve tune. Just have the following questions 1. Any one here with a M performance exhaust running either of the tunes? Like to know your feedback if any. 2.being on the latest software, any issue with either of the tune? I did a search and read about some of the later software having a tuner protection feature, and will ideally not wish to rollback to a later software to install the tune 3.do I need to install back the original I-drive before the tune can load? As it is currently, the dealer had to install the old parts before the can perform any software updates on my car. Thanks in advance for helping me with the above! Daniel
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Darin911 Captain 159 Rep 919 Posts Drives: First E92 to E90 conversion! Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Markham iTrader: (2)	Is there any point int he 231E if its just going to be over-written with another tune like ESS / Evolve? Do cars with the 231E net higher gains? __________________
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clamder Private 0 Rep 57 Posts Drives: 2008 e92 M3 AW Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: San Gabriel, CA iTrader: (4)	Umm... They speak English in Singapore...
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