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      11-03-2018, 10:38 AM   #67
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First post..... I just picked up a 2017 X5M and was thinking of going the bootmod3 route. Has anyone that is running tunes replaced their spark plugs to one step colder and re-gapped them? I remember reading that somewhere it was recommended to go one step colder and gap to .018" because of the increased boost.
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I had an N63TU engine about 5 days ago been researching this F85 because I blew my engine with JB4 I advise to go with a Full tune everyone around me using Bootmod3 no engine blown that I kno of all motors
Did the JB4 blow your engine or could it have been a problem that would have happened anyways? This engine platform is stout, a tested and proven engine. Things do happen in the manufacturing process that would leave you with a ticking time bomb. Did they cover it under the warranty? If so the JB4 product is worth its weight in gold. And for those that say that the manufacturer should not be held liable for this.... maybe you are right... but I would reference the VW emissions scandal as proof that they are the in it to make that dollar dollar bill y'all. If you think for that one second BMW or Mercedes didn't do the same thing, well, keep living in the Bubble and prepare that virgin ass of yours for a pounding with no lube the day they can ram you like the Patriots playing the Jets. (OBVIOUSLY A PATRIOTS FAN.)
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I had an N63TU engine about 5 days ago been researching this F85 because I blew my engine with JB4 I advise to go with a Full tune everyone around me using Bootmod3 no engine blown that I kno of all motors
Was running Stage 2 BM3 for almost a year and had to replace injectors, spark plugs, then a transfer case....all covered by warranty and then the dreaded knock happened and BMW said needed a new motor. With all of the n63tu motors being replaced all over the country they are really checking the cars with knocks for any mods so they don't have to replace under warranty. Found my BM3 tune and flagged my car. No warranty coverage. 13k to replace and install new motor plus 2k for new DME as if I wanted a warranty again they said I would need to buy new DME or they couldn't be sure the tune was gone! My lesson here is flash tune even if flashed back to stock before dealer sees it will and can still be seen if they dig hard enough. Never had a service issue before the knock. Everything was always replaced under warranty even with downpipes and I taken amd exhaust. I also have a fantastic relationship with my SA but if BMW steps in then your at their mercy. I was told would have been better to have a piggy back and then I could have removed it before bringing it in. This wouldn't clear any engine codes or signals etc or pop up under any DME search. Idk the whole thing was a nightmare. BM3 was an awesome tune but in the end who knows if it caused this. Either way I had to eat it. But now I have a f86 so anyone recommend a good tune ? Hahaha.
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Been selling them for the past 3 years.
Still a device that is not Kosher with BMW, to say that it is anymore or less susceptible from engine failure is inaccurate. There is no analytical data to sway an opinion in either direction.
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      11-06-2018, 09:48 AM   #72
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First post..... I just picked up a 2017 X5M and was thinking of going the bootmod3 route. Has anyone that is running tunes replaced their spark plugs to one step colder and re-gapped them? I remember reading that somewhere it was recommended to go one step colder and gap to .018" because of the increased boost.
Unless you're going for very high boost (25+psi) that gap isn't really required. I'd say stay with OEM plugs until you run into misfires maybe/possibly and then swap them out to the recommended NGKs with an appropriate gap of 0.018-0.022"
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      11-06-2018, 11:07 AM   #73
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Unless you're going for very high boost (25+psi) that gap isn't really required. I'd say stay with OEM plugs until you run into misfires maybe/possibly and then swap them out to the recommended NGKs with an appropriate gap of 0.018-0.022"
Thanks, I look forward to it! Just going to be a tune for now and probably down pipes in the spring.
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Any real world F85 with BM3 stage1/2 0-60 0-100 times?

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First post..... I just picked up a 2017 X5M and was thinking of going the bootmod3 route. Has anyone that is running tunes replaced their spark plugs to one step colder and re-gapped them? I remember reading that somewhere it was recommended to go one step colder and gap to .018" because of the increased boost.
Unless you're going for very high boost (25+psi) that gap isn't really required. I'd say stay with OEM plugs until you run into misfires maybe/possibly and then swap them out to the recommended NGKs with an appropriate gap of 0.018-0.022"
Can someone share the exact NKG plug?
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      01-10-2019, 08:05 PM   #77
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It has been a while since I am reading this thread.
Why don't you tell me what do you want to know and I'll reply to you.
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      01-12-2019, 06:45 PM   #78
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It has been a while since I am reading this thread.
Why don't you tell me what do you want to know and I'll reply to you.
Howdy

I just wanna understand how this works and the cost associated etc

I am familiar with JB4 and had a Velos tune on me E70 X5M, but my m3/4 friends rave about BM3 all the time
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      02-27-2019, 11:06 AM   #79
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Anyone use this product on their X5M x6m?
I tried to get started with them, they have a Facebook page. However, when I asked questions about tune - they weren't able to provide details and ignored me and preferred to answer questions for n54/55 guys. My understanding is that they have good base of tuners using bm3 platform and providing tunes for straight six, but they have limited knowledge about S63/tu or even n63/tu that I was after. All they could do is to act as a middle man between a tuner and me. They just provide a software option to tune my car remotely - basically that's all bm3 is. You choose tuners and maps from their database. The thing is that now with OBD remote tuning option available widely - I can get connected directly to any tuner I want and buy tunes directly from them instead of paying extra for bm3 license. Their software and support is also hit and miss. Just read their FB page and you'll see many users asked questions and never got answers. There's also issues with servers been down periodically and users that paid money and wanted to download a tune were stuck waiting for servers. It seemed a good idea like 6 month ago - when OBD tunes weren't available for remote tuning, but now....... I don't know man
What are other options out there, want burble tune and power with a slight chance I Can still use my warranty during a catastrophic failure ( I know a guy who had one in his F85, jb4 total engine replacement... was it the jb4 likely not but it was warrantied
Was the jb4 v8 are not for jB4 at all u need to fully tune that bitch not trick the computer bm3 is good for inline 6 u need to go to a tuner for a v8 Beamer
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Interesting comments without any actual experience. I am running bm3 on both my m4 and x5m. So bm3 is not just for inline 6. In addition bm3 is a tuning platform. It is a interface which you can load ots tunes provided or bought by pro tuning freaks or purchase custom tunes from other tuners

I’m running OTS tunes from BM3. More than enough on both rides. These are full tunes and cannot be compared to a race chip, dinan or any other piggy back. Night and day difference. I have ran both.

Don’t let uneducated comments confuse you about the product. I have been more than happy with the bm3. Before I would have to pull my ecu, ship my ecu and my car would be down for several days. If any issues I would be screwed

I can switch between tunes, including stock map within less than 1 min. I am not tech savvy and used to have my local shop upload the tunes until they showed me and it’s really that easy

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Interesting comments without any actual experience. I am running bm3 on both my m4 and x5m. So bm3 is not just for inline 6. In addition bm3 is a tuning platform. It is a interface which you can load ots tunes provided or bought by pro tuning freaks or purchase custom tunes from other tuners

I’m running OTS tunes from BM3. More than enough on both rides. These are full tunes and cannot be compared to a race chip, dinan or any other piggy back. Night and day difference. I have ran both.

Don’t let uneducated comments confuse you about the product. I have been more than happy with the bm3. Before I would have to pull my ecu, ship my ecu and my car would be down for several days. If any issues I would be screwed

I can switch between tunes, including stock map within less than 1 min. I am not tech savvy and used to have my local shop upload the tunes until they showed me and it’s really that easy
I'm running BM3 on those same 2 cars - 2018 F83, and 2018 F85. Both tunes have vastly improved the drive...not just the amount of power, but the delivery and smoothness of that power. Couldn't be happier with all of the options for tweaking the tunes as well.

Happy driving my friend.
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Let also say my bm3 has been more reliable than my piggy back that used to throw CEL once and awhile.

Running mild burble tune and love it
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I'm running BM3 on those same 2 cars - 2018 F83, and 2018 F85. Both tunes have vastly improved the drive...not just the amount of power, but the delivery and smoothness of that power. Couldn't be happier with all of the options for tweaking the tunes as well.

Happy driving my friend.
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Interesting comments without any actual experience. I am running bm3 on both my m4 and x5m. So bm3 is not just for inline 6. In addition bm3 is a tuning platform. It is a interface which you can load ots tunes provided or bought by pro tuning freaks or purchase custom tunes from other tuners

I’m running OTS tunes from BM3. More than enough on both rides. These are full tunes and cannot be compared to a race chip, dinan or any other piggy back. Night and day difference. I have ran both.

Don’t let uneducated comments confuse you about the product. I have been more than happy with the bm3. Before I would have to pull my ecu, ship my ecu and my car would be down for several days. If any issues I would be screwed

I can switch between tunes, including stock map within less than 1 min. I am not tech savvy and used to have my local shop upload the tunes until they showed me and it’s really that easy

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Was the jb4 v8 are not for jB4 at all u need to fully tune that bitch not trick the computer bm3 is good for inline 6 u need to go to a tuner for a v8 Beamer
My apologies u said bootmod3 for a x5m that's a different engine than mine which I already blew my engine so that's why I said u have to go to a tuner thought it was N63tu engine my bad!!
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Anyone with BM3 got some numbers?0-60 1/4
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Stock car (F85 X5M), Stg 1 BM3 93 octane tune
Approx conditions: 38F, 30% humidity.

Tuned (single run, maybe not best):
(slope: -0.18%)
0-60 mph: 3.76 seconds
1/4 mile: 11.83 @117.5 mph


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(slope: -0.51%)
0-60 mph:3.93 seconds
1/4 mile: 12.1@114.2 mph
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So I've had my bm3 installed for about 5 days now, 91 octane stage 1, I think it's great. One thing I noticed in sport , and this isn't always but about 80 percent of the time, the steering actually feels a little stiffer than before my flash. I could be imagining this, but I don't know I'm almost positive I feel the steering tighten up more than before the flash, which is a great thing. Is this possible?
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I tuned BM3 stage 2 91 octane with VRSF catless DPs last week. Been snowy here so limited time to put down power.

I did get a dragy run of 12.12 @ 114.22mph with a wet/slick launch.
1.93 60ft.
0-60 in 3.97, 3.76 with 1 ft roll out.
DA was 8700ft.
Not a bad time. I expected to be in the 11s and close to 115mph in the dry.

My only run stock was 12.31 at 112.08mph. 1.85 60ft.
0-60 in 4.16, 3.93 with 1 ft roll out.
DA was 9300ft.

Feel wise, more power everywhere. Doesn't come on too abruptly down low. My MHD stage 2 F30 340i was pretty abrupt at low RPM with how the boost hit. Made car feel jerky. Top end is way fatter. Just pulls everywhere. I love it!
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