The hp was not adequate especially with the engine management software dinan stage v engine software. The bmw n54 engine featured in the 5i, 335i, and 535i is one of the most tuneable engines ever. The 3 series, along with the 5 series, are considered to be the quintessential representations of bmw and have been a mainstay since the beginning. The dyno i use has fans that are as strong as the ones dinan uses. Dinan dinantronics performance tuner stage 3 bmw m3m4. For those with a few more dollars and a lot less sense, theres the bmw m4 dinan with the stage 2 tune package. I can use race gas and bump the boost right away with jb4 so thats where it comes in handy. Nice dyno results here showing how potent a tuned n63 v8 can be with just bolt on modifications. This means that when new functions are developed there will be no need for a new box, just a short software update at your local dinan dealer.
Dinan stage 3 performance engine software safely increases turboboost pressure, along with properly retuned fuel mixtures, ignition timing and full map rescaling to take full advantage of the highperformance intercooler and oil cooler. B58 dinan vs jb4 bmw 3series and 4series forum f30 f32. Dinan does hit 516 horsepower here but they do not exactly hit a gain of 91 crank horsepower. Dinan stage 2 reflashes the computer with proprietary software to increase your cars performance. Dinan d4401644cst3 dinantronics performance tuner stage. Jb4 vs cobb bm3 bootmod3 mhd apr giac dmetune weistec flash hptuners. Dinan also sells an stage 1 elite tune for the bmws. Dinan d90030tc dinan stage 3 performance engine software. The car has dinan stage 3 software which although more aggressive than the standard dinan software is not the most aggressive software available for the platform. This post will highlight the differences between the common tunes for the n54 and hopefully help identify which tune is right for your goals. In fact, the coolant and oil temps dont budge monitored via inpa because the fan is that strong.
Stage 3 performance engine software dinan performance laval. Cattless will give you a little more power than catted but throw a cel code. The jb4 has the record for the highest horsepower n54, and also has more cars. There is no consistant difference in part makers between their classifications of stage 1 stage 2 and stage 3 mods. On top of the engine remap, it also comes with dinans carbon fiber cold air. Among the great brand names that we carry are the eisenmann, rpi and magnaflow exhaust, afe cold air intakes cai, jim conforti shark injectors, hawk performance. Weve been pioneering performance tuning, intakes, and mods for streetinspired race cars since 2007. Stage 2 requires no supporting mods, such as exhaust or intercooler stage 3 does require exhaust, intercooler and oil cooler. So for all you new s55 owners out there burger motorsports has finally come out with the infamous bms s55 jb4 tuner for the new single turbo engines that are in the f80 m3 and f82 m4. Dinan ecu tune since they take over coverage for the remainder of the warranty, or a piggyback tune that you can remove before you go to the dealership. Charlie and i went out to have some fun in his 2015 dinan stage 3 m3. Dinan intercooler dinan oil cooler 2010 bmw 335i e93 grey car engine. However, they caveat the cai claims by stating that a stage 2 version of dinan s engine software is available for optimum performance from the high flow cold air intake system as well.
The performance tuner by dinan tronics is a piece of computer hardware and software that. Dinan sport tuner bmw n20 n26 n55 extreme power house. Dinan vs jb4 a bmw 335i tune comparison to see who is. Now, i have the n54 which i understand is much more tuneable then the n55 seems to be so far, and according to the info on cobbs site, you would only be netting a 10% hp and 14% tq for a stage one sport tune versus 26% and 33% on the n54. Some tuning companies will just box their parts in packs labelled stage 1,2 and 3 and maybe even 4 or 5.
When it comes to choosing the best performance software for your 5i, 335i, 535i, z4 35i only settle for the best. While still impressive, this is somewhere between the 340is published factory spec and. The jb4 also does not require any user setup or customization but for more advanced enthusiasts the bms data cable allows you to connect via a laptop for data logging and free software updates. Stage 2 requires no supporting mods, such as exhaust or intercooler stage 3 does. Steve dinan has sold more than 2000 software upgrades for the 5i335i, making it the most popular upgrade in his companys 31year history. Dinan sport tuner bmw n20 n26 n55 328 335 435 428 235 m2. The key is that dinantronics performance tuner stage 3 thing. So for all you new s55 owners out there burger motorsports has finally come out with the infamous bms s55 jb4 tuner for the new single turbo engines that are in. Burger tuning n54 jb4 g5 iso pnp stage 3 bmw performance tuner. Safely maximize n55 engine output intake, intercooler, high flow catted downpipe, and turner tune. Dinan intercooler required stage 3 performance software is specifically built to take full advantage of the dinan high performance intercooler with 93% more volume than stock all while reducing back pressure by 0. Bimmerboost dinan stage i dinantronics f80f82 m3m4 s55.
The dinan tuner box plugs into the existing sockets on your engine computers. Stage 3 dinantronics performance tuner in conjuction with dinan intake, exhaust and heat exchanger maximum power. Dinan dinantronics performance tuner stage 1 for bmw m3m4. The schrick adds about 15 hp on top of dinan s performance data. Dinan stage 3 performance engine software 201120 bmw 550i. Dinan s claimed figures are that horsepower rises from 425 to 516 at the crank.
Dinan has dyno data for the stage 4 software that puts the hp gains at 38. This no longer needs to be purchased separately for these models. Burger tuning n54 jb4 g5 iso pnp stage 3 bmw performance. N20 dinantronics stage 1 performance tuner the dinantronics power module is the least invasive way of getting more power from your n20 engine. For something more advanced like a jb4 or dinan stage anything, dinan is 34. Dinan s website claims that their cai system adds 12 hp and 11 lbft of torque. Both options allow you to record and analyze vehicle and tuning data, change jb4 performance maps, and update jb4 firmware as we release free newer versions with updates, more powerful maps, and new features under develop. Bmw f10 550xi dyno results with dinan stage 3 n63 software. Dinan is expensivebut you get peace of mind and a very good warranty arrangement. Its simple designexecution allows for easy installationremoval that can be performed in a blink of an eye and yields results you will be sure to feel, and enjoy, from the get go. Dinantronics sport is the boost controller for the masses.
The dinantronics performance tuner is a highly engineered and sophisticated piece of computer hardware and software that enhances engine performance, without negating or voiding your new car warranty coverage and without affecting long. Shop here for the burger tuning bmw n54 stage 3 e chassis ecu bmw turbo tuner. Dinantronics performance tuner stage 3 for 20152017 bmw m3 m4 f80f82f83 d4401644st3. Dinan stage 2 performance engine softwareboost upgrade. Ive noticed in the bmw discussion forums for my m5 that there is plenty of hate, or distaste for dinan tuning. On the contrary, a flash tune completely remaps or reprograms the stock ecu. Giac mk7 vs dinan stage 3 m4 golfmk7 vw gti mkvii forum. Dinan lists it as a highly engineered and sophisticated piece of computer hardware and software. Turner motorsports tuner vs jb4 2addicts bmw 2series forum. N55 jb4 performance tuner for f chassis bmw burger. Got to race my buddies m4 after he got all his dinan work done, the last time we raced he was stock with jb4. Dinantronics performance tuner stage 1 for 20152017 bmw. With the insane turn out of the original n54 jb4, it was clear that bms had to take it to a whole new level with bmws new s55 engine. Dinantronics performance tuner stage 3 for 20152017 bmw.
Dinantronics performance tuner stage 2 d4401641st2 by dinan. Ive hadstill have both the dinan and jb4 but can only speak to the dinantronics stage 1 since ive no firsthand experience with their stage 2 or more. Okay, i know it sounds very empty headed for some, but i have no experience in tuning and want to know what is the difference between bootmod3 aka flash tuning and some tuning companiess stage 1 3 tunings, like from dinan or pure or hex or even jb4. The dinan 328i, on the other hand, managed 345 horsepower at 5,500 rpm, and 336 lbft torque at 5,250 rpm. I have since installed my intercooler and to my surprise the race is pretty close. This is a daily driver, and will never go to the track. The dinantronics performance tuner is a highly engineered and sophisticated piece of computer hardware and software that enhances engine performance, without negating or voiding your new car warranty coverage and without affecting long term reliability or the functionality of onboard diagnostic systems. However, they caveat the cai claims by stating that a stage 2 version of dinans engine software is available for optimum performance from the high flow cold air intake system as well. I cant comment on the jb4, but i have a cobb for my car and it did make a very noticeable difference with no other mods. Dinans software also removes the top speed governor so the bmw will be capable of achieving its natural top speed. Both stage1 and jb4 come preset so no additional software. The dinan stage 1 adds more torque than the mppk and makes the car feel faster in most driving situations at any speed and in comfort or sport modes. Cant resist the piggy dinan, bms or active bmw m5 forum. May 20, 2010 steve dinan has sold more than 2000 software upgrades for the 5i335i, making it the most popular upgrade in his companys 31year history.
Dinan claims 100 hp and 150 ftlbs increase to a total of 500 hp and 580 ftlbs. Burger motorsports is the manufacturer of the worldfamous jb4 performance tuner. Before purchasing a tune for your n54 it is important to consider the pros and cons of the available tunes on the market. Jun 22, 2017 the 2017 bmw m4 dinan stage 2 is a 548hp savage beast that exists for m4 owners who simply want more m4. Bmw m3 dyno comparison stock manual versus jb4 and downpipes dct duration. For all makes, dinan develops, manufactures and markets a comprehensive line of high performance products and systems, distributed through a worldwide network of authorized dinan performance centers that include new car dealerships as well as independent servicehigh performance facilities. Burger tuning bms bmw jb4 n54 stage 3 e chassis ecu tuner. Dinan s software also removes the top speed governor so the bmw will be capable of achieving its natural top speed. Dinan vs jb4 a bmw 335i tune comparison to see who is faster. Bimmerboost the 2016 f85 x5m and f86 x6m are severely. Dec 20, 2007 dinans website claims that their cai system adds 12 hp and 11 lbft of torque. The differences between a jb4 vs flash tune and jb4 vs racechip explained in depth.
Id be happy to help, as i am also keen to understand more about the dinan vs. Some people call it the 2jz of german engines, but we think the n54 is on a whole new level. Finally some dyno results at the wheels for the new dinan dinantronics piggyback tune for the f80 m3 and f82 m4. We are a participant in the amazon services llc associates program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a. Here is another in a series of dyno videos, where i test each performance part on the dyno. Dinan stage 2 reflashes the computer with proprietary software to. The jb4 is a plug and play tune for your turbocharged bmw. The dinan stage 1 can be easily reversed and returned to stock at a later date if i choose. Dont recall what the torque numbers are right at this moment. We recommend it as the starting place for all those new to modifying their car and those who plan to continue.
I picked up only hp, but 32lbs more torque with 3 modifications. Sorry its a cellphone video, i usually try to get the best possible videos but this was a spur of the. Dinan d4401641st2 dinantronics performance tuner stage 2. Racechip vs jb4 vs dinan stage 1 archive bimmerfest. Dinan d4400010 dinantronics sport performance tuner 2011. The dinantronics performance tuner is a highly engineered and sophisticated piece of computer hardware and software that enhances engine performance, without negating or voiding your new car warranty coverage and without affecting long term. So, my friend just bought the f10 550i and is having the stage 2 dinan software installed. Stage 2 requires no supporting mods, such as exhaust or intercooler stage 3.
Dinan n55 performance software now available 355 horsepower. What is the difference between bootmod3 and say dinan. It was simple fact that the mhd stage 1 was pulling harder, over and over from all conditions. Stage 2 software, free flow exhaust produces 12 hp and ftlb torque stage 1 software, free flow exhaust produces 9 hp and 10 ftlb torque completely stock car produces 5 hp and 6 ftlb torque dinan performance software is highly recommended. Ive also got no experience with the active 8 product. Dinantronics performance tuner stage 1 for 20152017 bmw m3 m4 f80f82f83 d4401644bst1. The 2016 f85 x5m and f86 x6m are severely underrated stock plus eurocharged stage i s63tu flash ecu tune dyno results and comparison to f10 m5 and e70 x5m. It does this without negatively affecting your new car warranty coverage and without affecting long term reliability or the functionality of onboard diagnostic systems. Dinan stage 2 performance engine software safely increases turboboost pressure, along with properly retuned fuel mixtures, ignition timing and full map rescaling. Dinantronics performance tuner, dinan wiring harness, dinan stage 1 software with the launch of stage one, our next step is stage two that includes our cold air intake and free flow exhaust. Regardless of what setting is chosen, there is a power level for everyone. The dinantronics elite performance tuner is a highly engineered piece of computer hardware and software that enhances engine performance to levels the stock programming is not allowed to venture into. Jb4 frequently asked questions burger motorsports, inc.
The consensus among the 335i community is that you get more for less with other tunes such as jb4 or. The tuner installs between your cars sensors and its ecu computer and manipulates how the car runs via these connections. What else would you recommend, keeping in mind i wish to keep my dinan stage 3. Jb4, which i understand you original post requested. The stage 2 performance software upgrade for the models listed above is available at dinan dealers now, and a stage 3 software is under. Racechip vs jb4 vs dinan stage 1 archive bimmerfest bmw. D4401631st1 n20 dinantronics stage 1 performance tuner. Dinanjb4aa8 what ever you choose, there are pros and cons to all. Some people are claiming quarter mile times of low to mid 12s. Here is my take on dinan, and whether or not its worth the money matts video on the.
On top of the engine remap, it also comes with dinan s carbon fiber cold air. We hate to shatter the illusion but they are fairly meaningless terms if applied to power gains and cannot reliably be used to explain how much power a modification adds. F10 550i dinan software stage 2 vs m5 e60 bmw m5 forum. Dinan stage 3 performance engine software 20072016 bmw 5i335i335is 535iz4. The jb4 includes this same level of vehiclewide computer integration.
Dinan d90344t53 dinan stage 3 performance engine software. The dinan stage two performance tuner maximizes your car to its full potential. However, there is more to a tune than just cranking up the boost. Alright, when it comes to tuners for the n54, no product holds more world records than the jb4. The dinan stage one performance tuner maximizes your car to its full potential. Dinan d4401639st1 dinantronics stage 1 performance tuner.