Current tuning options for the 30i

SJTrance · 06-23-2019, 09:56 AM

I just wanted to check out and compare (with prices) the tuning options for the X3 30i. I see a lot of threads for the 40i and a few older ones for the smaller motor. If we can get a bit of a discussion with the current options with pros and cons, that would be very helpful. Here are the current players that I know of:

1. Dinantronics: $899
- comes with factory warranty and it's going to get you to about 329Hp and 325Tq

2. Racechip $499
- Advertises 51Hp increase and 58Tq increase.
- has 7 maps; not sure what each of then does and which ones are actually good to daily drive

3. BMP flash tune
- price unknown
- I've seen recent reviews claiming that it's very smooth and well sorted.

4. Berger tuning
- is this the JB4? I'm not sure about the details...

Bonus question:
My car is brand spanking new. I'm going to break it in as per manufacturer's recommendations. I'm leasing this car and I want it to be good for the next customer. I'm sure that the tune will put stress on it, but at least I want to be civil with the car while I own it.

Fenders · 06-23-2019, 01:02 PM

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Originally Posted by SJTrance

I just wanted to check out and compare (with prices) the tuning options for the X3 30i. I see a lot of threads for the 40i and a few older ones for the smaller motor. If we can get a bit of a discussion with the current options with pros and cons, that would be very helpful. Here are the current players that I know of:

1. Dinantronics: $899
- comes with factory warranty and it's going to get you to about 329Hp and 325Tq

2. Racechip $499
- Advertises 51Hp increase and 58Tq increase.
- has 7 maps; not sure what each of then does and which ones are actually good to daily drive

3. BMP flash tune
- price unknown
- I've seen recent reviews claiming that it's very smooth and well sorted.

4. Berger tuning
- is this the JB4? I'm not sure about the details...

Bonus question:
My car is brand spanking new. I'm going to break it in as per manufacturer's recommendations. I'm leasing this car and I want it to be good for the next customer. I'm sure that the tune will put stress on it, but at least I want to be civil with the car while I own it.

Considering how close you are to NJ, codemycar.com is a no-brainer. Okee drove up to flash-tune some cars in my area (Boston) this past winter and I am very satisfied with the performance gains. RaceChip GTS unit was good while I had it - more noticeable boost between 2-3k RPM than the codemycar flash, but spikey boost hitting 4th gear and not as much power overall.

SJTrance · 06-23-2019, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Fenders

Considering how close you are to NJ, codemycar.com is a no-brainer. Okee drove up to flash-tune some cars in my area (Boston) this past winter and I am very satisfied with the performance gains. RaceChip GTS unit was good while I had it - more noticeable boost between 2-3k RPM than the codemycar flash, but spikey boost hitting 4th gear and not as much power overall.

That's very cool. They advertise 67hp and 102tq increase. Would you disclose the cost?

Bengt18T · 06-26-2019, 12:27 PM

Interested in this as well.

Redman67 · 06-26-2019, 12:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SJTrance

I just wanted to check out and compare (with prices) the tuning options for the X3 30i. I see a lot of threads for the 40i and a few older ones for the smaller motor. If we can get a bit of a discussion with the current options with pros and cons, that would be very helpful. Here are the current players that I know of:

1. Dinantronics: $899
- comes with factory warranty and it's going to get you to about 329Hp and 325Tq

2. Racechip $499
- Advertises 51Hp increase and 58Tq increase.
- has 7 maps; not sure what each of then does and which ones are actually good to daily drive

3. BMP flash tune
- price unknown
- I've seen recent reviews claiming that it's very smooth and well sorted.

4. Berger tuning
- is this the JB4? I'm not sure about the details...

Bonus question:
My car is brand spanking new. I'm going to break it in as per manufacturer's recommendations. I'm leasing this car and I want it to be good for the next customer. I'm sure that the tune will put stress on it, but at least I want to be civil with the car while I own it.

I’d be careful about these types of mods on a leased car. A guy in the UK went to the extreme and posted in on YouTube and BMW took back the car.

Just my opinion. I’ve never done any engine mods.

teaston · 06-26-2019, 12:43 PM

The best tuning option for the 30i is to trade it in for an M40i

SROC3 · 06-27-2019, 11:55 AM

I have the BPM Tune - really is awesome.

https://x3.xbimmers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1586121

BeerHerder · 06-27-2019, 05:57 PM

BM3 tune is "coming soon" and the results the beta tests have been posting is impressive. Likely $600.

A1723 · 06-27-2019, 08:20 PM

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Originally Posted by BeerHerder

BM3 tune is "coming soon" and the results the beta tests have been posting is impressive. Likely $600.

Whete can I see the beta results ?

BeerHerder · 06-28-2019, 09:06 AM

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Originally Posted by A1723

Whete can I see the beta results ?

I saw it on the FB group. I'll see if I can find it and post them up here.

*edit, found it.
*2nd edit, this isn't my map, just pulled from the BM3 facebook group on a guy running the b48 beta test.

SJTrance · 06-28-2019, 10:03 AM

Those are good numbers especially for $600. The other two companies are $899 and $999.

bmtespar · 06-28-2019, 10:08 AM

I have the Burger Motorsports JB+ installed on my 230i ( same series engine) and it gives a great little bump it power. It is very noticeable. I haven't tried it yet in my x3 but I'm not really tempted to either. Anyway, great price and dead simple one-plug installation.

BeerHerder · 06-28-2019, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by SJTrance

Those are good numbers especially for $600. The other two companies are $899 and $999.

Yeah, I'm running bm3 on my 335 and it's a screamer. Not massive top end numbers, only about 20 hp increase, but the torque curve moves way left. 60hp and 90tq increases at lower rpm where people do most of their driving.

R2i3a · 06-30-2019, 08:11 PM

Impressed with the Dinan tune on this car

SJTrance · 07-01-2019, 09:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Rastainna

Impressed with the Dinan tune on this car

So yes, this is another option. Comes with warranty and is about as expensive as the flash tunes available. It's complete with the wiring harness and everything. Did you install it or have the dealer do it? They claim some good numbers for it.

R2i3a · 07-02-2019, 01:27 PM

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Originally Posted by SJTrance

So yes, this is another option. Comes with warranty and is about as expensive as the flash tunes available. It's complete with the wiring harness and everything. Did you install it or have the dealer do it? They claim some good numbers for it.

Pretty sure it’s warrantied either way, they’ll go through everything with you if needed (Dinan). I’ve been told by a local dealer it’s fine to install yourself. Probably better if you buy from them though. It only plugs into two sensors, not even the ecu

A1723 · 07-02-2019, 01:48 PM

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Originally Posted by BeerHerder

Quote:

Originally Posted by A1723

Whete can I see the beta results ?

I saw it on the FB group. I'll see if I can find it and post them up here.

*edit, found it.
*2nd edit, this isn't my map, just pulled from the BM3 facebook group on a guy running the b48 beta test.

Thanks ! Impressed with numbers. Makes it close to m40i.

K320 · 07-02-2019, 02:03 PM

I have the Dinantronics on my 30i.
It is the more conservative of all and you will have peace of mind.

Fenders · 07-03-2019, 03:40 PM

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Originally Posted by SJTrance

That's very cool. They advertise 67hp and 102tq increase. Would you disclose the cost?

Oh, sorry - missed this. Think he normally charges 9 bills and I booked with the Black Friday discount so was closer to 7. It really doesn't feel like 100 extra lb/ft of torque, but it's definitely a whole lot faster.

SJTrance · 07-18-2019, 08:10 PM

Just placed the order for the BPM Tune. Very stoked! Car barely has 400 miles but I'll wait until I break it in before I install it.

BeerHerder · 07-23-2019, 03:56 PM

Bootmod3 available now for b48 engine.
Blog post: https://www.protuningfreaks.com/blog...MPmDV6tV9GJuSQ

Direct link to purchase: https://www.protuningfreaks.com/coll...w-fxx-gxx-tune

$595 and impressive numbers:

Stage 1 91 octane: up to 14% HP / 26% TQ
Stage 1 93 octane: up to 16% HP / 26% TQ
Stage 1 E30 octane: up to 20% HP / 28% TQ
Stage 2 91 octane: up to 16% HP / 28% TQ
Stage 2 93 octane: up to 18% HP / 28% TQ
Stage 2 E30 octane: up to 22% HP / 30% TQ

SJTrance · 08-09-2019, 06:49 PM

I installed the BPM Tune today and it really woke the car up in a big way. It's really gets up and goes just around town. I haven't been able really get on her. I feel like the engine finally matches the suspension. Comfort mode is plenty powerful for the simple puttering around that I'm doing. Next has refill, I'll see how much gas mileage I can get out of the car. This tank, however, is for some fun.

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SJTrance Private 20 Rep 85 Posts Drives: 2002 Ducati 900 Supersport Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: NYC iTrader: (0)	Current tuning options for the 30i I just wanted to check out and compare (with prices) the tuning options for the X3 30i. I see a lot of threads for the 40i and a few older ones for the smaller motor. If we can get a bit of a discussion with the current options with pros and cons, that would be very helpful. Here are the current players that I know of: 1. Dinantronics: $899 - comes with factory warranty and it's going to get you to about 329Hp and 325Tq 2. Racechip $499 - Advertises 51Hp increase and 58Tq increase. - has 7 maps; not sure what each of then does and which ones are actually good to daily drive 3. BMP flash tune - price unknown - I've seen recent reviews claiming that it's very smooth and well sorted. 4. Berger tuning - is this the JB4? I'm not sure about the details... Bonus question: My car is brand spanking new. I'm going to break it in as per manufacturer's recommendations. I'm leasing this car and I want it to be good for the next customer. I'm sure that the tune will put stress on it, but at least I want to be civil with the car while I own it.
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BeerHerder Lieutenant 251 Rep 426 Posts Drives: F30 335, G01 X3, Victory Vegas Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: IL iTrader: (1)	BM3 tune is "coming soon" and the results the beta tests have been posting is impressive. Likely $600. __________________ Glacier Silver Metallic 335i X-Drive - Can't leave well enough alone... Fabspeed DP, Wagner Evo Comp II IC, ER CP, BM3 Stage 2 93 OTS, Bimmertech Amp (more to come... always more) Graphite Metallic X3 (nothing yet, but... you know)
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SJTrance Private 20 Rep 85 Posts Drives: 2002 Ducati 900 Supersport Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: NYC iTrader: (0)	Those are good numbers especially for $600. The other two companies are $899 and $999.
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bmtespar Major 709 Rep 1,066 Posts Drives: 19 X3 30i, 18 230iX Vert Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Atlanta Ga iTrader: (0)	I have the Burger Motorsports JB+ installed on my 230i ( same series engine) and it gives a great little bump it power. It is very noticeable. I haven't tried it yet in my x3 but I'm not really tempted to either. Anyway, great price and dead simple one-plug installation. __________________ Current: 20 M340i Sold: 19 x3 30i X drive, 18 230i X drive Convertible 18 x3, 30i X drive 16 428i Convertible, 16 X1 X drive, 14 i3 Rex, 14 328i, 14 x1 28i X drive, 08 328i, 03 M5, 99 323i Convertible, 00 z3 M Roadster, 99 328i, 00 323i
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K320 First Lieutenant 131 Rep 350 Posts Drives: G01-X3 30i MSport Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Puerto Rico iTrader: (0)	I have the Dinantronics on my 30i. It is the more conservative of all and you will have peace of mind.
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SJTrance Private 20 Rep 85 Posts Drives: 2002 Ducati 900 Supersport Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: NYC iTrader: (0)	Just placed the order for the BPM Tune. Very stoked! Car barely has 400 miles but I'll wait until I break it in before I install it.
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BeerHerder Lieutenant 251 Rep 426 Posts Drives: F30 335, G01 X3, Victory Vegas Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: IL iTrader: (1)	Bootmod3 available now for b48 engine. Blog post: https://www.protuningfreaks.com/blog...MPmDV6tV9GJuSQ Direct link to purchase: https://www.protuningfreaks.com/coll...w-fxx-gxx-tune $595 and impressive numbers: Stage 1 91 octane: up to 14% HP / 26% TQ Stage 1 93 octane: up to 16% HP / 26% TQ Stage 1 E30 octane: up to 20% HP / 28% TQ Stage 2 91 octane: up to 16% HP / 28% TQ Stage 2 93 octane: up to 18% HP / 28% TQ Stage 2 E30 octane: up to 22% HP / 30% TQ __________________ Glacier Silver Metallic 335i X-Drive - Can't leave well enough alone... Fabspeed DP, Wagner Evo Comp II IC, ER CP, BM3 Stage 2 93 OTS, Bimmertech Amp (more to come... always more) Graphite Metallic X3 (nothing yet, but... you know)
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SJTrance Private 20 Rep 85 Posts Drives: 2002 Ducati 900 Supersport Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: NYC iTrader: (0)	I installed the BPM Tune today and it really woke the car up in a big way. It's really gets up and goes just around town. I haven't been able really get on her. I feel like the engine finally matches the suspension. Comfort mode is plenty powerful for the simple puttering around that I'm doing. Next has refill, I'll see how much gas mileage I can get out of the car. This tank, however, is for some fun.
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