JB4 for 2008 535xi with 31k miles? Opinions? Worth the upgrade?
06-08-2012, 11:37 AM
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When I read everyone's reaction to using JB4, I know it's a must have! Then I remember I wouldn't know how to install it anyway, and back off from pulling the trigger.
I have a 2008 LCI 535xi. It's bone stock right now (other than LED AE's). Would love to install JB4, but I'm a dunce mechanically; Never really worked on a car other than to refill washer fluid (and install AE's). How hard is it to install? From the POV of a non-techinically-attuned novice...? Anyone know a shop in Chicago (city) that you would recommend to install the JB4?
Also, my car is CPO and covered under warranty till the end of 2012 - does having this void warranty? Would BMW figure out I have it on a regular (scheduled) service?
Thanks everyone!
I have a 2008 LCI 535xi. It's bone stock right now (other than LED AE's). Would love to install JB4, but I'm a dunce mechanically; Never really worked on a car other than to refill washer fluid (and install AE's). How hard is it to install? From the POV of a non-techinically-attuned novice...? Anyone know a shop in Chicago (city) that you would recommend to install the JB4?
Also, my car is CPO and covered under warranty till the end of 2012 - does having this void warranty? Would BMW figure out I have it on a regular (scheduled) service?
Thanks everyone!
06-08-2012, 02:14 PM
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I know kris@modmynav.com has a shop in Chicago.
JB4 is good stuff .. I decided against it since I really wanted to keep my car stock, with an aim to drive it as long as possible. I get pretty excited with just the turbos kicking in .. hahaha .. enough for me.
JB4 is good stuff .. I decided against it since I really wanted to keep my car stock, with an aim to drive it as long as possible. I get pretty excited with just the turbos kicking in .. hahaha .. enough for me.
06-08-2012, 02:25 PM
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My Ride: 2008 535i:
(8/07 Build) Metallic Bronze, Beige NASCA Leather, Ventilated Seats, Sport Pkg, Cold Wxr Pkg, Logic-7 Sound, HUD, Night Vision, PDC, Split Rear Seats, NAV, Premium Pkg, Comfort Access, HD Radio, Sport Auto Trans
Current mods: M-Aero Kit, JB4, Motorcepts 6000k HID Foglamps
Umnitza ICE-Lite 10w LED 6000k AE's
1992 Camaro RS:
Fully Restored w/Custom Interior, 5.0L V8, T-tops, OEM Z28 Foglamps, Inst Cluster, & Spoiler, Custom Sound, Too many engine mods to list
Too bad you aren't near ATL - I'd help you out. Maybe someone else could help.
06-08-2012, 03:48 PM
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My Ride: alpine white 535 E61
Model Year: 08
If i were you i'd buy a cobb, so you would never have to rely on someone else to install or unistall.. ease of use way worth the extra cost.
06-12-2012, 01:42 PM
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It is simple. You only need about 3 tools... A socket, an allen wrench and a small screw driver. Line up pins, install the power wire and reassemble. If you can read, you can do the install.
06-12-2012, 06:55 PM
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My Ride: 2008 550i sport package
I bought a Cobb for my 335 instead of the JB4 because of the ease of installation,but performance wise you can't go wrong with either. BTW, huge difference!
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