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Race Chip Tuning for the M2
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i have been wondering for a short while now about getting this RaceChip, it seems to add a decent amount of BHP and Torque and i like how you can fiddle around with it on the Smartphone app and can decide how much HP you want ect like Shmee150 did with the Panamera. just wondering if anyone has any experience with this and if its okay to use and won't cause any damage to the engine. https://www.racechip.eu/shop/bmw/m2-...2kw-500nm.html sorry if i'm being extra cautious cheers! Kris. |
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If you have a manual M2, please note that the transmission is only designed for 450nm, so even the regular overboost is normally too high for the gearbox. If you want to have more power, please ask or request that from some people with a long lasting experience in the game, like Tuningwerk, Lightweight or someone in your area.
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Hello, thank you for the advice, i have a DCT but i will most likely give these companies a email or so. thanks for your help Kris. |
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06-23-2017, 08:03 AM | #5 |
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If I remember correctly it's a two sensor piggyback and to a large extent it's similar to the Dinantronics unit both in the type of piggyback and its bluetooth capability
Personally I would not go for it at that price. Might as well go for a multi-sensor piggyback like the JB4. Generally speaking according to what I've read around this and other forums, piggyback's on the M2 have been a hit and miss. If you're just looking for a little bit more power I would recommend a catted DP |
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You can try the M performance brake pads. I have only heard good things about them.
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They are currently building a new headquarter. Mabye that's why! Normally, they are very responsive!
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Krizze, To keep things on track I'd recommend a JB4 if you want a piggyback unit, although people have had mixed results with this setup in general on the M2 platform. If you really want a tune, I would go for BM3. Otherwise just add in a catted DP from Fabspeed and call it a day |
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See here: Transmission is the GS6-45BZ by ZF. Page: https://www.baum-bmwshop24.de/bmw_er...diagId=23_1224 Info directly from ZF: https://www.zf.com/corporate/en_de/p....shtml#tabs1-1 Please click on "Technical Information". It's the same tranny that the 1M had with a few modifications. They could have opted for the GS6-53 that could take 600nm...but they didn't. Too complete your question: yes, if you have a 6MT, please stay away from mods that increase nm or pressure on the gearbox as this can affect the drivetrain in general (in a bad way).
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Up to 700nm.
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I have looked into Racechip, they've been around a long time and offer an engine warranty (but check the terms and small print closely). Even the JB4 gets mixed reviews on the M2 - I just don't think the engine enjoys tuning boxes as much as the Mx35i/Mx40i cars. S |
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If we're going by spec alone, it appears to be so. However, people have been tuning the manuals for 500nm+ without issues it seems. I'm still weary though - I assumed the MT was rated for 600nm+ from the factory.
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Anyone know what the reliability is on a tuned 1M with MT? |
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I have a very hard time believing that. No factory in its right mind would sell a car that close, let alone that much over, the ragged edge. It's also strange that Dinan, which matches the factory warranty, does not seem to be worried about this. Their big turbo kit claims 458 ft-lbs, more than 100 ft. lbs greater than the supposed limits of this tranny, and Dinan has always been relatively conservative as BMW tuners go. That would be simply crazy if your warning is accurate. |
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IMHO (just mine) - In my limited experience so far with the M2 torque hasn't been the limiting factor on performance. I've got plenty more work to do on improving rear grip. I'm certain that the rear grip is where I'm losing time. In addition to tires, I think suspension work will likely yield more bang for the buck when reliability is factored in. I don't envision tuning this motor.
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Perhaps they're modified in some way? Or BMW is betting on them not failing... |
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