Regular, Pro 2 or Ultimate?

Julesandtrish · 04-21-2015, 09:20 PM

Hey everyone. Do you have a race chip tune installed? If so........
1. Which model do you have regular, pro2 or Ultimate?
2. Are you happy with it?
3. Have you had any fault codes?

I'm thinking about getting one for my similar engined 535d as I'm sure others are. So let the survey begin. Thanks in advance.

MattBianco · 04-22-2015, 11:06 AM

Also look at these: http://f15.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1088491 I believe they are all interchangeable among the N57 engines. Some chip makers sell the same even for the 25d variant.

I have the same posted under the "general" bmw discussion forum of this site and it was "featured"...you may get more traction there (http://f15.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1088501) from non F15 owners.

coolmex200 · 04-22-2015, 02:57 PM

I have the Maxchip Pro. I am happy with it. Zero codes thrown. Doing some runs while running dash command, the SAV reached 354 HP and 490 torque. I'm not sure how accurate those numbers are, but I'm pleased since it was a fraction of the RC ultimate.

r33_RGSport · 04-22-2015, 04:49 PM

Julesandtrish , AFAIK, no error messages if you are on default settings.
I have sold a few of the Ultimates for the N57 diesel and I have got nothing but a good feedback on them.

Julesandtrish · 04-22-2015, 09:00 PM

Thanks for the replys so far everyone. Glad to see we all are looking to extract as much juice as possible from our beasts.

Julesandtrish · 04-24-2015, 09:20 PM

Decided to get the regular race chip. Installed it today and WOW! I'm impressed. Left it at the default setting and no codes.

Throttle response seems sharper as well. So far I'm glad I went this route. So far........

Jenya B · 04-26-2015, 10:53 AM

26 тКм racechip ultimate , 2nd stage , ZERO issues from cold Canadian North to Hot Miami , not even one fault .

wjbender · 04-26-2015, 04:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Julesandtrish

Decided to get the regular race chip. Installed it today and WOW! I'm impressed. Left it at the default setting and no codes.

Throttle response seems sharper as well. So far I'm glad I went this route. So far........

Where did you purchase your Race Chip?

Julesandtrish · 04-26-2015, 09:59 PM

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Originally Posted by wjbender

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Originally Posted by Julesandtrish

Decided to get the regular race chip. Installed it today and WOW! I'm impressed. Left it at the default setting and no codes.

Throttle response seems sharper as well. So far I'm glad I went this route. So far........

Where did you purchase your Race Chip?

From Race Chip USA's website. https://www.racechip-usa.com. $219 shipped to my door in 2 days. AWESOME!

r33_RGSport · 04-27-2015, 06:50 PM

@wjbender , let me know if you want one. But I only stock the Ultimate.

ABE2(aw/sw) · 04-28-2015, 10:53 PM

I have a RaceChip Ultimate that I gotten from that site. I used it for my old 328d and now i have for sale. PM me if someone would like to buy it.

m12volt · 01-26-2017, 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by coolmex200

I have the Maxchip Pro. I am happy with it. Zero codes thrown. Doing some runs while running dash command, the SAV reached 354 HP and 490 torque. I'm not sure how accurate those numbers are, but I'm pleased since it was a fraction of the RC ultimate.

Are you still using MAXCHIP Pro ?
Are you happy ? Any issues ?

coolmex200 · 01-26-2017, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by markpeyst

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Originally Posted by coolmex200

I have the Maxchip Pro. I am happy with it. Zero codes thrown. Doing some runs while running dash command, the SAV reached 354 HP and 490 torque. I'm not sure how accurate those numbers are, but I'm pleased since it was a fraction of the RC ultimate.

Are you still using MAXCHIP Pro ?
Are you happy ? Any issues ?

I sold the car, so don't have it any more. I did buy one for the X5 35i petrol we picked up and have been running with it for 3 months and no issues. So, between my cars, have been running a Maxchip tuner for 2.5 years with no engine issues.

m12volt · 01-26-2017, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by coolmex200

I sold the car, so don't have it any more. I did buy one for the X5 35i petrol we picked up and have been running with it for 3 months and no issues. So, between my cars, have been running a Maxchip tuner for 2.5 years with no engine issues.

I got 2015 35d after trading in my 2011 X5 50 , I'm impressed with it's fuel economy , but feeling some lack of power of course , is it big difference in performance with Maxchip Pro ? How about fuel consumption ?

coolmex200 · 01-26-2017, 02:07 PM

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Originally Posted by m12volt

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Originally Posted by coolmex200

I sold the car, so don't have it any more. I did buy one for the X5 35i petrol we picked up and have been running with it for 3 months and no issues. So, between my cars, have been running a Maxchip tuner for 2.5 years with no engine issues.

I got 2015 35d after trading in my 2011 X5 50 , I'm impressed with it's fuel economy , but feeling some lack of power of course , is it big difference in performance with Maxchip Pro ? How about fuel consumption ?

The turbo lag was just about eliminated with the Maxchip. I only got it because it was on sale here in Germany. The max pro is currently on sale for 199 euros and includes shipping if bought from their site. They do warranty the engine for 2 years I believe as well. Also, the changing of the aggressiveness is a plus as well...the fuel consumption when up initially since I was gunning it all the time enjoying the extra torque. The mpg eventually came back up after couple months and even out slightly better than before (1-2 MPG better). We sold the diesel since we needed a third row and something bigger for our family and totally regret it....19 mpg vs 32 is a huge deal when traveling...hope it helps and let me know if you have any other questions.

m12volt · 01-26-2017, 02:23 PM

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Originally Posted by coolmex200

The turbo lag was just about eliminated with the Maxchip. I only got it because it was on sale here in Germany. The max pro is currently on sale for 199 euros and includes shipping if bought from their site. They do warranty the engine for 2 years I believe as well. Also, the changing of the aggressiveness is a plus as well...the fuel consumption when up initially since I was gunning it all the time enjoying the extra torque. The mpg eventually came back up after couple months and even out slightly better than before (1-2 MPG better). We sold the diesel since we needed a third row and something bigger for our family and totally regret it....19 mpg vs 32 is a huge deal when traveling...hope it helps and let me know if you have any other questions.

They sell it for about same price on Canadian Amazon. The price is good , would you recommend Maxchip overall ?
Is there significant performance difference with Maxchip on both Comfort and Sport modes ?

coolmex200 · 01-26-2017, 02:35 PM

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Originally Posted by m12volt

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Originally Posted by coolmex200

The turbo lag was just about eliminated with the Maxchip. I only got it because it was on sale here in Germany. The max pro is currently on sale for 199 euros and includes shipping if bought from their site. They do warranty the engine for 2 years I believe as well. Also, the changing of the aggressiveness is a plus as well...the fuel consumption when up initially since I was gunning it all the time enjoying the extra torque. The mpg eventually came back up after couple months and even out slightly better than before (1-2 MPG better). We sold the diesel since we needed a third row and something bigger for our family and totally regret it....19 mpg vs 32 is a huge deal when traveling...hope it helps and let me know if you have any other questions.

They sell it for about same price on Canadian Amazon. The price is good , would you recommend Maxchip overall ?
Is there significant performance difference with Maxchip on both Comfort and Sport modes ?

Depends on how aggressive the setting you pick. I think it had 8 setting...I never really messed with it. Anyways, ECO almost felt like comfort. Comfort felt like sports, and I don't remember really putting it on sports since it wasn't really needed once I installed the tuner. You can code to start on eco all the time and get the max mileage all the time. The biggest feeling was the initial acceleration since torque went up and there was almost no turbo lag when punching the gas. Here is a screen shot of dash command during one of my runs with the X5d and the Maxchip so you can see how torque increased...

m12volt · 01-26-2017, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by coolmex200

Depends on how aggressive the setting you pick. I think it had 8 setting...I never really messed with it. Anyways, ECO almost felt like comfort. Comfort felt like sports, and I don't remember really putting it on sports since it wasn't really needed once I installed the tuner. You can code to start on eco all the time and get the max mileage all the time. The biggest feeling was the initial acceleration since torque went up and there was almost no turbo lag when punching the gas. Here is a screen shot of dash command during one of my runs with the X5d and the Maxchip so you can see how torque increased...

How can you code to start in a certain mode ?
I have Carly BMW , but I haven't seen setting like this

m12volt · 01-26-2017, 03:20 PM

Another damn question , why would I need a chip if I can just run in Sport Mode with pretty much same results

coolmex200 · 01-26-2017, 11:41 PM

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Originally Posted by m12volt

Another damn question , why would I need a chip if I can just run in Sport Mode with pretty much same results

GM...yeah...you could start on sports mode and drive on it, but are not generating any more HP or Torque. It's a big difference between it.
On our current X3, you can code for the SAV to start on ECO. I have not tried it on the X5.

coolmex200 · 02-01-2017, 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by m12volt

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Originally Posted by coolmex200

Depends on how aggressive the setting you pick. I think it had 8 setting...I never really messed with it. Anyways, ECO almost felt like comfort. Comfort felt like sports, and I don't remember really putting it on sports since it wasn't really needed once I installed the tuner. You can code to start on eco all the time and get the max mileage all the time. The biggest feeling was the initial acceleration since torque went up and there was almost no turbo lag when punching the gas. Here is a screen shot of dash command during one of my runs with the X5d and the Maxchip so you can see how torque increased...

How can you code to start in a certain mode ?
I have Carly BMW , but I haven't seen setting like this

Did you end up getting the tuner or changed your mind?

m12volt · 02-10-2017, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by coolmex200

Did you end up getting the tuner or changed your mind?

Yes , I ended up with Racechip Pro 2

04-21-2015, 09:20 PM	#1
Julesandtrish Second Lieutenant 27 Rep 236 Posts Drives: 335d Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: North Carolina iTrader: (1) Garage List 2010 BMW 335D [10.00]	Regular, Pro 2 or Ultimate? Hey everyone. Do you have a race chip tune installed? If so........ 1. Which model do you have regular, pro2 or Ultimate? 2. Are you happy with it? 3. Have you had any fault codes? I'm thinking about getting one for my similar engined 535d as I'm sure others are. So let the survey begin. Thanks in advance. __________________ Enjoy what you drive.
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MattBianco Lieutenant Colonel 1280 Rep 1,886 Posts Drives: 2015 X5 35d msport Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Marin, California iTrader: (0)	Also look at these: http://f15.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1088491 I believe they are all interchangeable among the N57 engines. Some chip makers sell the same even for the 25d variant. I have the same posted under the "general" bmw discussion forum of this site and it was "featured"...you may get more traction there (http://f15.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1088501) from non F15 owners. __________________ Amber or Red Rear Turn Signals? Vote/have your say: LINK. Post your MPGs 100L/km here: LINK X5 F15 Engines Compared LINK Take the BMW X5 F15 Survey: LINK See the Results: LINK N57 Diesel Tuning Chips Compared LINK
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coolmex200 Second Lieutenant 117 Rep 213 Posts Drives: F80 M3, 2016 X5 35i, F25d Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: DE iTrader: (0)	I have the Maxchip Pro. I am happy with it. Zero codes thrown. Doing some runs while running dash command, the SAV reached 354 HP and 490 torque. I'm not sure how accurate those numbers are, but I'm pleased since it was a fraction of the RC ultimate.
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r33_RGSport General 12906 Rep 18,679 Posts Drives: G09 XM, G05 X5 40, 991.2 T Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: So. Cal iTrader: (6)	Julesandtrish , AFAIK, no error messages if you are on default settings. I have sold a few of the Ultimates for the N57 diesel and I have got nothing but a good feedback on them. __________________ Email:sales@rgsport.com \| IG:RGSport_USA \| Web:RGSportShop.com SPRING Sale!! 04/01 - 04/15 - Code: "SPRING2024" MSS • iSweep • RaceChip • Sterckenn • AutoTecknic • Akrapovic • Vossen Wheels • Eventuri Active Autowerke • KW • H&R • Ohlins • Remus • and more...
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Julesandtrish Second Lieutenant 27 Rep 236 Posts Drives: 335d Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: North Carolina iTrader: (1) Garage List 2010 BMW 335D [10.00]	Thanks for the replys so far everyone. Glad to see we all are looking to extract as much juice as possible from our beasts. __________________ Enjoy what you drive.
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Julesandtrish Second Lieutenant 27 Rep 236 Posts Drives: 335d Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: North Carolina iTrader: (1) Garage List 2010 BMW 335D [10.00]	Decided to get the regular race chip. Installed it today and WOW! I'm impressed. Left it at the default setting and no codes. Throttle response seems sharper as well. So far I'm glad I went this route. So far........ __________________ Enjoy what you drive.
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Jenya B Lieutenant 144 Rep 525 Posts Drives: Z4 , X5 F15d Msport Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	26 тКм racechip ultimate , 2nd stage , ZERO issues from cold Canadian North to Hot Miami , not even one fault .
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ABE2(aw/sw) Private First Class 30 Rep 126 Posts Drives: 2014 X5 xDrive35d Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Chicago, IL iTrader: (0)	I have a RaceChip Ultimate that I gotten from that site. I used it for my old 328d and now i have for sale. PM me if someone would like to buy it.
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m12volt New Member 2 Rep 25 Posts Drives: 2015 X5 35d M-Sport Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Canada iTrader: (0)	Another damn question , why would I need a chip if I can just run in Sport Mode with pretty much same results Last edited by m12volt; 01-26-2017 at 10:17 PM..
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