Dinan Software 535is, First Impressions
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Originally Posted by CWS530' post='522315' date='Jan 24 2008, 01:04 PM
Hey, great report. Even though I'm not a modder, I like to hear what you guys are up to. The comment about the car becoming "darty" I thought was particularly relevant to those considering such an upgrade. Having driven (not necessarily owned) various high performance sports cars over the years, I know exactly what you mean. In some ways, it almost seems better to use the term "thrust" instead of "acceleration," it's so pronounced. Obviously, loads of fun, but does make the vehicle a bit less suited for the casual commute. Glad to hear you're already liking it.
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Originally Posted by ITNurse' post='522290' date='Jan 24 2008, 12:04 PM
Awesome! Keep updating
. So i'm guessing you won't be buying a Sprint Booster??
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Originally Posted by pennetta' post='522381' date='Jan 24 2008, 12:42 PM
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Originally Posted by pennetta' post='522270' date='Jan 24 2008, 10:52 AM
The Vishnu/Procede was the first to the market about 9 months ago, its performance gains are about the same as the Dinan about 85hp and 120 ft lbs at the crank. I waitied for the Dinan because they have a relationship with BMWNA which maintains the 4yr/50k mi warranty.
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Originally Posted by vrondados' post='522394' date='Jan 24 2008, 04:01 PM
aside from the warranty factors would you consider the dinan chip better than the vishnu, or was your decision solely based on the warranty issue? I was going to wait on the chip but your write up got me all worked up and excited to get it done now, the only question i have is like everyone else how would the normal driving be with a wife or kids in the car? good luck and enjoy
Dinan has a long history with BMW and has been tuning BMW for many years. Dinan software replaces the BMW OEM software so it is a more efficient system in that it now is making all of the engine management decisions. It's not interpreting anything in a stop-gap capacity. Dinan also increases the performance of the coolant pump, which is now electric in the e60, to provide an additional measure to control the increased heat load. BMW is also involved in Dinan's research and development process and has a say to what is actually changed.
So the warranty was not the only reason, but I would not have done anything that would have voided it when my car only has 5,500 miles on it.
It's no way near uncontrollable, sorry if I gave that impression. It is very civilized but just a lot faster so I guess I have muscle memory and set expectations on how the car reacts from the stock 535, and it now is acting differently so I need to readjust.
By the way, your kid's will love it too!
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Thanks for the informative opinions Pennetta! I am enjoying hearing about your experiences. This mod is definitely on my wish list.
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P - great write up! I was recently asking my BMW dealer about the Dinan software upgrade as well. They are an authorized Dinan dealer and charge $2K for the mod. Couple of things of note, the Dinan software does not come on a handheld tuner (SCT XCalibrator, Diablo Predator, etc.) and actually overwrites your stock software - so you can't take your car back to stock. Of course, being covered under warranty probably makes that a moot point. If there is ever an issue with the engine management portion of the software or a required BMW update to the engine management software then you would need to also have the Dinan software re-installed...which they will do but you will have to pay between $100 - $150 for the Dinan "reflash". Once you purchase the Dinan software, you never have to repurchase it again. I'm about ready to have it done. While it's in for the Dinan update, I'm going to have them install the UUC short-throw shift linkage...also will see if they will install the Zurchasien (sp?) CDV valve as well (not sure they will do that but he said he would check).
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Im itchin for a meet and greet sometime real soon. Seems there are some new kids wanting admission to the LI E60 sandbox. Calton, how about a mid week night time meet somewhere lit up??? If we can just wait til April, I'll be more equipped. I only mention you because you're quite good at the arrangements and organization of such an event. Hope all's well by the way. Pennetta, nice feedback on this mod. Cant wait to see your car in person. Any other mods in the works? Wheels? Anything?
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Originally Posted by HotLap' post='523456' date='Jan 27 2008, 01:11 PM
P - great write up! I was recently asking my BMW dealer about the Dinan software upgrade as well. They are an authorized Dinan dealer and charge $2K for the mod. Couple of things of note, the Dinan software does not come on a handheld tuner (SCT XCalibrator, Diablo Predator, etc.) and actually overwrites your stock software - so you can't take your car back to stock. Of course, being covered under warranty probably makes that a moot point. If there is ever an issue with the engine management portion of the software or a required BMW update to the engine management software then you would need to also have the Dinan software re-installed...which they will do but you will have to pay between $100 - $150 for the Dinan "reflash". Once you purchase the Dinan software, you never have to repurchase it again. I'm about ready to have it done. While it's in for the Dinan update, I'm going to have them install the UUC short-throw shift linkage...also will see if they will install the Zurchasien (sp?) CDV valve as well (not sure they will do that but he said he would check).
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Originally Posted by HotLap' post='523456' date='Jan 27 2008, 10:11 AM
If there is ever an issue with the engine management portion of the software or a required BMW update to the engine management software then you would need to also have the Dinan software re-installed...which they will do but you will have to pay between $100 - $150 for the Dinan "reflash".