New 2018 M2 advice

dmboone25 · 01-16-2019, 08:26 PM

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Originally Posted by X54TH

It's just awesome. We went through Comfort, Sport, Sport+ with flaps closed and open. It made such a big difference in every mode compared to stock. It's loud, deep and has lots of burbles even in Comfort. It really gives the car a new perspective. It sounds like it means business. It's a crazy amount of money but it's just so enjoyable.

So on the completion list is the Winter setup, the M pedals, MPE and the Black M2 badge which is coming in shortly.

We have left to do is the Red start / stop button and the Summer setup in the VMR 801 in Titanium Black.

I am done after this!! No more advice.

The mod bug is a serious one.

You might find other things to change.

X54TH · 01-16-2019, 08:27 PM

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Originally Posted by dmboone25

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Originally Posted by X54TH

It's just awesome. We went through Comfort, Sport, Sport+ with flaps closed and open. It made such a big difference in every mode compared to stock. It's loud, deep and has lots of burbles even in Comfort. It really gives the car a new perspective. It sounds like it means business. It's a crazy amount of money but it's just so enjoyable.

So on the completion list is the Winter setup, the M pedals, MPE and the Black M2 badge which is coming in shortly.

We have left to do is the Red start / stop button and the Summer setup in the VMR 801 in Titanium Black.

I am done after this!! No more advice.

The mod bug is a serious one.

You might find other things to change.

Special from the dealership.

dmboone25 · 01-16-2019, 08:28 PM

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Originally Posted by X54TH

He emailed me the list that was on special from the dealership. I ignored that email!

You only live once.

X54TH · 01-16-2019, 08:48 PM

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Originally Posted by dmboone25

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Originally Posted by X54TH

He emailed me the list that was on special from the dealership. I ignored that email!

You only live once.

I know. Thats what our sales guy said when I ordered the 2019 X5 with all the options I'm sure we will never use.

Artemis · 01-16-2019, 11:00 PM

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Originally Posted by X54TH

It's just awesome. We went through Comfort, Sport, Sport+ with flaps closed and open. It made such a big difference in every mode compared to stock. It's loud, deep and has lots of burbles even in Comfort. It really gives the car a new perspective. It sounds like it means business. It's a crazy amount of money but it's just so enjoyable.

We all told ya. Let us know when you manage to set off car alarms inside an underground parking lot.

Now also go discover how the 'burble galore' sounds with MPE in 'Traction Mode': see here.

Generally, FWIW a few quick M2 tips: see here.

akkando · 01-17-2019, 01:57 AM

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Originally Posted by X54TH

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Originally Posted by dmboone25

Can't wait to hear how it sounds!

It's just awesome. We went through Comfort, Sport, Sport+ with flaps closed and open. It made such a big difference in every mode compared to stock. It's loud, deep and has lots of burbles even in Comfort. It really gives the car a new perspective. It sounds like it means business. It's a crazy amount of money but it's just so enjoyable.

So on the completion list is the Winter setup, the M pedals, MPE and the Black M2 badge which is coming in shortly.

We have left to do is the Red start / stop button and the Summer setup in the VMR 801 in Titanium Black.

I am done after this!! No more advice.

No diffuser?

X54TH · 01-17-2019, 06:43 AM

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Originally Posted by akkando

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Originally Posted by X54TH

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Originally Posted by dmboone25

Can't wait to hear how it sounds!

It's just awesome. We went through Comfort, Sport, Sport+ with flaps closed and open. It made such a big difference in every mode compared to stock. It's loud, deep and has lots of burbles even in Comfort. It really gives the car a new perspective. It sounds like it means business. It's a crazy amount of money but it's just so enjoyable.

So on the completion list is the Winter setup, the M pedals, MPE and the Black M2 badge which is coming in shortly.

We have left to do is the Red start / stop button and the Summer setup in the VMR 801 in Titanium Black.

I am done after this!! No more advice.

No diffuser?

Performance parts on sale.

Do I need one?

detroitm2 · 01-17-2019, 07:11 AM

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Originally Posted by X54TH

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Originally Posted by akkando

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Originally Posted by X54TH

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Originally Posted by dmboone25

Can't wait to hear how it sounds!

It's just awesome. We went through Comfort, Sport, Sport+ with flaps closed and open. It made such a big difference in every mode compared to stock. It's loud, deep and has lots of burbles even in Comfort. It really gives the car a new perspective. It sounds like it means business. It's a crazy amount of money but it's just so enjoyable.

So on the completion list is the Winter setup, the M pedals, MPE and the Black M2 badge which is coming in shortly.

We have left to do is the Red start / stop button and the Summer setup in the VMR 801 in Titanium Black.

I am done after this!! No more advice.

No diffuser?

Oh for crying out loud. That was the bloody email that was sent to me of all the Performance parts on sale.

Do I need one?

Need? No. But it makes the backend look a lot better.

X54TH · 01-17-2019, 07:28 AM

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Originally Posted by detroitm2

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Originally Posted by X54TH

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Originally Posted by akkando

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Originally Posted by X54TH

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Originally Posted by dmboone25

Can't wait to hear how it sounds!

It's just awesome. We went through Comfort, Sport, Sport+ with flaps closed and open. It made such a big difference in every mode compared to stock. It's loud, deep and has lots of burbles even in Comfort. It really gives the car a new perspective. It sounds like it means business. It's a crazy amount of money but it's just so enjoyable.

So on the completion list is the Winter setup, the M pedals, MPE and the Black M2 badge which is coming in shortly.

We have left to do is the Red start / stop button and the Summer setup in the VMR 801 in Titanium Black.

I am done after this!! No more advice.

No diffuser?

Oh for crying out loud. That was the bloody email that was sent to me of all the Performance parts on sale.

Do I need one?

Need? No. But it makes the backend look a lot better.

It does finish it up.

X54TH · 01-17-2019, 07:29 AM

And I still have the Dinan CAI to install.

X54TH · 01-17-2019, 08:24 PM

So the MPE got installed. Do you guys think its worth keeping the OEM exhaust that only has 2,000 km on it or have the dealership dispose of it? I'm not sure who would even buy it.

GasBurnlife(landapanda) · 01-17-2019, 09:01 PM

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Originally Posted by X54TH

So the MPE got installed. Do you guys think its worth keeping the OEM exhaust that only has 2,000 km on it or have the dealership dispose of it? I'm not sure who would even buy it.

List it. Someone will want to buy it.

X54TH · 01-17-2019, 09:09 PM

I wish I would have opened the box at the dealership to see how long this bloody thing is. Anyone know the length of the OEM muffler?

X54TH · 01-18-2019, 12:07 PM

Had to take it out of the box. It fits no problem.

X54TH · 01-18-2019, 07:09 PM

Somebody told me to go on eBay and get one of these. It cost me $4.21 USD and came in a nice black box and tiny screwdriver. This has been the least expensive mod so far. I don't think you could do anything cheaper. I even bought a blue one just in case we get tired of the red.

Mtnbkrlts · 01-18-2019, 09:12 PM

Dang, I paid 10x that for the iND button.....

detroitm2 · 01-18-2019, 09:23 PM

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Dang, I paid 10x that for the iND button.....

Waiting for someone to come along and tell us how the (aledged) US made one is worth for the quality.

Artemis · 01-18-2019, 09:35 PM

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Originally Posted by X54TH

So the MPE got installed. Do you guys think its worth keeping the OEM exhaust that only has 2,000 km on it or have the dealership dispose of it? I'm not sure who would even buy it.

Consider it a spare OEM exhaust directly available just in case you'd get rear ended (hopefully never) or for someday when you sell the car as bonus for the future owner.

X54TH · 01-19-2019, 04:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Artemis

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Originally Posted by X54TH

So the MPE got installed. Do you guys think its worth keeping the OEM exhaust that only has 2,000 km on it or have the dealership dispose of it? I'm not sure who would even buy it.

Consider it a spare OEM exhaust directly available just in case you'd get rear ended (hopefully never) or for someday when you sell the car as bonus for the future owner.

My other thought is if he decides not to keep the car we could swap it out and sell the MPE. I've got the exhaust nicely tucked away in the overhang of our garage. It's not taking up any space. I can't even see it. I'm glad I didn't dispose of it at the dealership.

X54TH · 01-19-2019, 06:12 PM

Question about the Dinan Cold Air Intake for M2 installation. You have to cut the brace to access for a proper installation. Essentially it enables you to get into the filter. Do you think cutting the brace is an issue? Cutting a brace just doesn't seem right. I'm debating going down this path.

Dogs63 · 01-19-2019, 08:18 PM

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Originally Posted by X54TH

Question about the Dinan Cold Air Intake for M2 installation. You have to cut the brace to access for a proper installation. Essentially it enables you to get into the filter. Do you think cutting the brace is an issue? Cutting a brace just doesn't seem right. I'm debating going down this path.

Will be interested to hear the forum response to this.
I'll bet there are plenty who'll say "the stock intake is just fine, don't bother" (and they're probably right).
I have the Dinan intake installed with the modified brace as part of my hybrid S2/P2, stage 4 package (which includes modifying a brace for the TMIC).
IMHO, it's a non-issue.

X54TH · 01-19-2019, 08:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Dogs63

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Originally Posted by X54TH

Question about the Dinan Cold Air Intake for M2 installation. You have to cut the brace to access for a proper installation. Essentially it enables you to get into the filter. Do you think cutting the brace is an issue? Cutting a brace just doesn't seem right. I'm debating going down this path.

[SIZE="3"][COLOR="Navy"]Will be interested to hear the forum response to this.
I'll bet there are plenty who'll say "the stock intake is just fine, don't bother" (and they're probably right).
I have the Dinan intake installed with the modified brace as part of my hybrid S2/P2, stage 4 package (which includes modifying a brace for the TMIC).
IMHO, it's a non-issue.[/COLOR][/SIZE]

Did you install the CAI before the Stage 4 and if so, did you sense a performance gain?

I'm a bit conflicted if I want to install it. I'd have to take the brace to the dealership to cut it if I go down this path.

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