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Dec 23, 2007 | 04:13 PM

markke

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I searched the threads -- looks like most of the remap info is a bit dated (circa 2005).

I did the Dinan chipping with my M3. What's the most popular remapping approach for the E60s?

It would be helpful to have info consolidated re:
Companies
HP Gain
Torque Gain
Dyno validation charts
ECU re-update guarantee

And personal stories re: your own experience with your remap.

Does this sound like a good idea?

Dec 23, 2007 | 04:22 PM

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This thread probably belongs in the mods, accessories, thread. Can someone help move (can't seem to do it with the options tab).
Cheers

Dec 23, 2007 | 04:31 PM

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Superchips is a popular one among the petrol E60's. DMS is popular among the E60 diesels.

As for others, there's also Powerchip.

Ask vegastrashed. He did the Superchips remap. I'm about to do mine as well. I'm going to go through Singh Autosport for mine. They charge $500 (not including shipping via Fed Ex). They're based in Northern California. I called 3 companies and these guys were the cheapest and all of them reported similar gains. I believe vegastrashed did his through Singh Autosport as well.

Dec 23, 2007 | 04:38 PM

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Singh Autosport also supplies 2 FREE re-flashes, should the dealer flash your ECU during a routine check-up.

Dec 23, 2007 | 06:09 PM

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Thanks C's Bimmer. Do you have Dino info for these remaps?
Only 2 reflashes? Is there an option for lifetime flashes or another company that provides this type of service?
Thanks!

Does the remap (other than through Dinan) void the BMW warranty? Or does BMW look at the vehicle in any other way than a regular stock vehicle?

Dec 23, 2007 | 06:20 PM

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Originally Posted by markke' post='510075' date='Dec 23 2007, 10:09 PM

The companies have info on their own respective remaps, but who knows if that's just a hype to sell more of their product. The only true test would be for you to do the test yourself, before and after the remap. I haven't heard of any companies that do lifetime reflashes for free.

I probably wouldn't tell your dealership that you have an aftermarket remap, as that would probably void your warranty.

Dec 24, 2007 | 09:48 AM

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usually a company would charge about $50 or so for a remap if the dealer wipes out the ECU. i got my chip for the same price C mentioned but i only get 1 free remap i believe... at least i hope so haha.

Dec 24, 2007 | 01:08 PM

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My Ride: 2007 E63 AMG | Obsidian Black | Schwarzes Nappa | Black BirdEye Maple | Premium II Package | Electronic Trunk Closer | Parktronic Engine: RPi/Powerchips custom ECU tune, RPi Ram Air Kit (BMC filter, scoops), RennTech Sport exhaust, secondary cats, charcoal and resonator delete, custom AAA x-pipe Exterior: 50% side windows / 35% rear window Formula One Pinnacle Series | Flat AMG hood emblem Suspension: Renntech Lowering Module Wheels/Tires: Radenergie R10, Falken FK452 245/30/20, Yokohama ADVAN Sport 285/25/20 ----------------------------------------- 2005 545i Sport SMG | Ti Grau | Schwarzes Dakota | Anthracite Maple | Logic 7 | Nav Engine: Custom AFE CAI, Superchips ECU remap, Sprint Booster, RDSport Dual Exhaust Conversion with Quad Pipes and X-pipe, 3 resonators deleted, 90mm tips! Exterior: M-Tech Aero kit | M5 Mirrors | M5 Rear Bumper | Trunk Lid Finisher | Vorsteiner decklid spoiler | 50% Formula One Pinnacle Tint Suspension and Brakes: Bilstein PSS9 coilovers, JBT BBK: 16" cross-drilled rotors, 8 piston and 15" cross-drilled rotors, 4 piston Wheels: VIP Modular VR 02 20x9F, 20x10R | Toyo T1R 245/30/20F, 285/25/20R Lights: PIAA 4150K Xtreme White Plus fog lights, AIB v3 MOST IMPORTANT: Hardwired V1; =) ED Date: 4/7/05, Re-delivery date: 5/21/05

In addition to my former 545i, I've also remapped my MB E63 AMG with Superchips. I'm a firm believer in remapping the ECU.

Dec 27, 2007 | 12:54 AM

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Is there anybody who went the Dinan route? What are your experiences (daily driving/performance driving) with the Dinan remapping -- and for those who went other routes -- same question -- how does she drive post-remapping?

Any difference in petro/diesel consumption?
Transmission shift points -- still smooth?
With remap does your car now 'hi rev' to shift? Or, does it continue to 'adapt' to different modes of driving (e.g. standard driving around town vs. performance driving).
Noticeable increases in HP and torque?

Thanks!