M2 bootmod3

coldM2 · 06-05-2019, 02:03 AM

I just installed a catless downpipe on my car and was told to get a tune asap(bm3 specifically) to not get some kind of turbo failure or something similar. The guys that installed my downpipe are authenticated resellers of bm3 but I was quoted 1060 USD for this flash tune(installed) which for me seems to be a lot for a "flash tune"?? When looking at protuningfreaks website I see it costs 595 USD which is significantly less. I have no experience in tunes or flashes since earlier so I dont know which route to go through, tips?

When installing the downpipe I was just out for the sound and extra bangs and it does sound mental right now, but if it makes my car healthier I would get the bm3 tune. I'm not out for more power really, just a healthy car and perhaps if it now "has" to get a power upgrade. Any tips is appreciated Thanks!

HFW003 · 06-05-2019, 05:49 AM

Just get BM3 from Mike at PTF. If you send him a PM he might offer you a special price for being a member.

I’m not sure why your shop would charge anywhere near that to supply and install.

Once you download the Ap and another program needed it takes about 10 minutes to load the initial map and you’re away.

I know someone very well

who has done it and “he” highly recommends it. With no mods the stage 1 93map is amazing!

“His” car is going on the Dino tomorrow!

wassy4 · 06-05-2019, 01:31 PM

You will not have turbo failure from running a catless downpipe without a tune. If anything, you're putting less stress on the turbo. The ECU is smart enough to adjust for the increased flow but you might find that your idle is not as smooth as stock. Aside from the CEL, it is fine to run catless without a tune. I did it on my 340i for a year and on my M2 now for almost 5 months. It just isn't ideal and you don't really see the benefits of going catless until you tune.

If you have the ability to tune and are not worried about warranty, then absolutely get bootmod3. It will completely transform the car for the better. No need to run a custom tune yet, just buy from xtreme powerhouse or PTF and run an off-the-shelf tune.

bioman · 06-05-2019, 02:36 PM

What’s the shops name so we can avoid it?

F87_LCI · 06-05-2019, 06:50 PM

Lol, run. Shop is ripping you off. BM3 is $600 and any 8 year old with a laptop can install it.

Worth every penny btw.

infinitekidM2C · 06-05-2019, 07:07 PM

You'll also need the Akrapovic exhaust or those downpipes will utterly (pun intended) destroy your original muffler. Exhaust and install will be $8599.50. Thank me later. - Swedish con artist

squixs · 06-06-2019, 12:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HFW003

Just get BM3 from Mike at PTF. If you send him a PM he might offer you a special price for being a member.

I’m not sure why your shop would charge anywhere near that to supply and install.

Once you download the Ap and another program needed it takes about 10 minutes to load the initial map and you’re away.

I know someone very well

who has done it and “he” highly recommends it. With no mods the stage 1 93map is amazing!

“His” car is going on the Dino tomorrow!

Please get back to us with the Dyno sheet

HFW003 · 06-06-2019, 01:13 AM

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Originally Posted by squixs

Please get back to us with the Dyno sheet

I’ll see if he will give it to me

AUSf22 · 06-06-2019, 02:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HFW003

Just get BM3 from Mike at PTF. If you send him a PM he might offer you a special price for being a member.

I’m not sure why your shop would charge anywhere near that to supply and install.

Once you download the Ap and another program needed it takes about 10 minutes to load the initial map and you’re away.

I know someone very well

who has done it and “he” highly recommends it. With no mods the stage 1 93map is amazing!

“His” car is going on the Dino tomorrow!

You should tell "him" to do before and after results!
Tell "him" to flash back to stock

HFW003 · 06-06-2019, 02:41 AM

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Originally Posted by AUSf22

You should tell "him" to do before and after results!
Tell "him" to flash back to stock

Too late, he doesn’t really care too much about that type of thing but thought he’d have a look see anyway.

I can tell you though, I have driven his car and the difference is unbelievable!

squixs · 06-06-2019, 03:57 AM

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Originally Posted by HFW003

Too late, he doesn’t really care too much about that type of thing but thought he’d have a look see anyway.

I can tell you though, I have driven his car and the difference is unbelievable!

Did he flashed stage 1 or 2? Because you’ve said that hè only installed a DP

coldM2 · 06-06-2019, 04:24 AM

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Originally Posted by wassy4

You will not have turbo failure from running a catless downpipe without a tune. If anything, you're putting less stress on the turbo. The ECU is smart enough to adjust for the increased flow but you might find that your idle is not as smooth as stock. Aside from the CEL, it is fine to run catless without a tune. I did it on my 340i for a year and on my M2 now for almost 5 months. It just isn't ideal and you don't really see the benefits of going catless until you tune.

If you have the ability to tune and are not worried about warranty, then absolutely get bootmod3. It will completely transform the car for the better. No need to run a custom tune yet, just buy from xtreme powerhouse or PTF and run an off-the-shelf tune.

I also did it on my previous 340 and the impression I have of just having a catless downpipe is that the throttle and shifting feels just a slight but noticeable delay. I am very happy with where it is now sound wise but would like to get rid of the CEL in case there would be another problem, but at the same time while I’m still gettting it I’d like a stage1+extra burbles

coldM2 · 06-06-2019, 12:31 PM

Just ordered and currently waiting for my OBD cable, will get the license from PTF and do a stage 1 tune

mike@x-ph.com · 06-11-2019, 12:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HFW003

Just get BM3 from Mike at PTF. If you send him a PM he might offer you a special price for being a member.

Me?

Quote:

Originally Posted by coldM2

Just ordered and currently waiting for my OBD cable, will get the license from PTF and do a stage 1 tune

Congrats

Happy Motoring · 06-11-2019, 02:23 PM

Was their price with a custom tune? Not sure how they came up with that price.

coldM2 · 06-24-2019, 03:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Happy Motoring

Was their price with a custom tune? Not sure how they came up with that price.

Their price was stupid.. support from PTF was on top, got it all set up, explained and configured through a teamviewer in less than 30 min👍🏽

06-05-2019, 02:03 AM	#1
coldM2 Private First Class 51 Rep 117 Posts Drives: Bmw340iMPPSK/BmwM2MPE Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Sweden iTrader: (0)	M2 bootmod3 I just installed a catless downpipe on my car and was told to get a tune asap(bm3 specifically) to not get some kind of turbo failure or something similar. The guys that installed my downpipe are authenticated resellers of bm3 but I was quoted 1060 USD for this flash tune(installed) which for me seems to be a lot for a "flash tune"?? When looking at protuningfreaks website I see it costs 595 USD which is significantly less. I have no experience in tunes or flashes since earlier so I dont know which route to go through, tips? When installing the downpipe I was just out for the sound and extra bangs and it does sound mental right now, but if it makes my car healthier I would get the bm3 tune. I'm not out for more power really, just a healthy car and perhaps if it now "has" to get a power upgrade. Any tips is appreciated Thanks!
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HFW003 Brigadier General 5685 Rep 3,225 Posts Drives: 2024 M340i xdrive Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Newcastle, Australia iTrader: (0)	Just get BM3 from Mike at PTF. If you send him a PM he might offer you a special price for being a member. I’m not sure why your shop would charge anywhere near that to supply and install. Once you download the Ap and another program needed it takes about 10 minutes to load the initial map and you’re away. I know someone very well who has done it and “he” highly recommends it. With no mods the stage 1 93map is amazing! “His” car is going on the Dino tomorrow!
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wassy4 Second Lieutenant 98 Rep 235 Posts Drives: 2016 340i Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Orlando iTrader: (0)	You will not have turbo failure from running a catless downpipe without a tune. If anything, you're putting less stress on the turbo. The ECU is smart enough to adjust for the increased flow but you might find that your idle is not as smooth as stock. Aside from the CEL, it is fine to run catless without a tune. I did it on my 340i for a year and on my M2 now for almost 5 months. It just isn't ideal and you don't really see the benefits of going catless until you tune. If you have the ability to tune and are not worried about warranty, then absolutely get bootmod3. It will completely transform the car for the better. No need to run a custom tune yet, just buy from xtreme powerhouse or PTF and run an off-the-shelf tune. __________________ Current - 2018 M2 \| VRSF Chargepipe \| VRSF Catless Downpipe \| Dinan Catback \| Turner Motorsports Intake Previous - 2016 340i M-Sport \| AWE Tuning Touring Edition Exhaust w/ Non-Resonated Performance Mid Pipe \| Agency Power Intake \| Active Autowerke Activ-8 \| VRSF Catless Downpipe
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F87_LCI Lieutenant Colonel 1787 Rep 1,718 Posts Drives: 2018 LBB F87 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: North iTrader: (1)	Lol, run. Shop is ripping you off. BM3 is $600 and any 8 year old with a laptop can install it. Worth every penny btw.
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coldM2 Private First Class 51 Rep 117 Posts Drives: Bmw340iMPPSK/BmwM2MPE Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Sweden iTrader: (0)	Just ordered and currently waiting for my OBD cable, will get the license from PTF and do a stage 1 tune
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Happy Motoring Lieutenant 474 Rep 449 Posts Drives: OG M2 Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Dallas, TX iTrader: (0) Garage List 2017 BMW M2 [10.00]	Was their price with a custom tune? Not sure how they came up with that price.
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