Thoughts on Sprint Booster + Procede/JB2/SS Turbo Tuner, etc, etc.
04-01-2008, 03:36 PM
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I was curious as to how many of you guys have both the Sprint Booster and an ECU mod with Procede or JB2 or SS Turbo Tuner?
My understanding is that the Sprint Booster does nothing to increase hp or torque, and only increases throttle response (faster acceleration).
But I thought that an ECU mod would help also increase throttle response IN ADDITION to increasing hp and torque.
Would having both in there be front bumper suicide? I can only imagine how easy it would be to touch my pedal and launch into the car in front of me.
So basically I'm asking, does it make that big of a difference stacking the SB on top of an ECU mod? And for those of you who have both, can you describe your experience pre-SB and post-SB? Thanks.
My understanding is that the Sprint Booster does nothing to increase hp or torque, and only increases throttle response (faster acceleration).
But I thought that an ECU mod would help also increase throttle response IN ADDITION to increasing hp and torque.
Would having both in there be front bumper suicide? I can only imagine how easy it would be to touch my pedal and launch into the car in front of me.
So basically I'm asking, does it make that big of a difference stacking the SB on top of an ECU mod? And for those of you who have both, can you describe your experience pre-SB and post-SB? Thanks.
04-01-2008, 05:58 PM
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i remember asking VT about having the sprintbooster along with a remap. at the time i didnt have the sprintbooster yet but had a remap. no matter what i said, his answer was "just get the sprintbooster". i still kept trying to ask until he just kept going with the same response until it became "weezy im gonna say it one more time. get it!" 
04-01-2008, 08:52 PM
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And look at you now, weezy. Aren't you glad you did? Of course, you are.
Anyway, there are quite a few people who have remapped ECU with the SB and loving every minute of it. Just to name a few: EuroCarFan's M5 (RDsport remap w/S
, freed0m's 545i (Dinan remap w/S, SocalM5Mang's 550i (SI remap w/S, Sushi-roll aka C's Bimmer's 530xi (Superchips remap w/S, NeRwEEzy's 530i (SI w/S, VT's 545i (Superchips w/S and possibly E63 (Superchips only, for now).
Anyway, there are quite a few people who have remapped ECU with the SB and loving every minute of it. Just to name a few: EuroCarFan's M5 (RDsport remap w/S
, freed0m's 545i (Dinan remap w/S, SocalM5Mang's 550i (SI remap w/S, Sushi-roll aka C's Bimmer's 530xi (Superchips remap w/S, NeRwEEzy's 530i (SI w/S, VT's 545i (Superchips w/S and possibly E63 (Superchips only, for now).
04-01-2008, 09:22 PM
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Superchips and SI? This is the first time I'm hearing about these. Are these UK remaps only for the diesel engines or can we get these here in the states for our twin turbos?
04-02-2008, 03:08 PM
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Engine: Custom AFE CAI, Superchips ECU remap, Sprint Booster, RDSport Dual Exhaust Conversion with Quad Pipes and X-pipe, 3 resonators deleted, 90mm tips!
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Originally Posted by owwo' post='554461' date='Apr 1 2008, 04:36 PM
So basically I'm asking, does it make that big of a difference stacking the SB on top of an ECU mod? And for those of you who have both, can you describe your experience pre-SB and post-SB? Thanks.
Here is a great example of the Sprintbooster in action. On my way to work today I exit off the main highway onto another road which crosses over the highway. The exit ramp has a short merge into the road/bridge. I need to slow down into 2nd gear as I approach the merge and check the traffic over my left shoulder. If there's enough space, I bury the throttle to merge. Well, this morning 2nd gear planted me in my seat and the rpms went up real fast. What I've noticed since yesterday is that my rpms climb quick compared to pre-Sprintbooster.
Well, I guess you'll be trying out my Sprint Booster at the Malibu Meet. It's going to be addictive...
Anyway, I've noticed that when I wind out my gears and shift around 5K - 6.5K rpm, I'm put right into my max torque @3.5K rpm at the next gear. The power delivery is instantaneous.
Anyway, I've noticed that when I wind out my gears and shift around 5K - 6.5K rpm, I'm put right into my max torque @3.5K rpm at the next gear. The power delivery is instantaneous.
The remap ECU and Sprint Booster combo is the best thing since slice bread. I'm soooooo happy that Fred decided to sell his Sprint Booster to me and that I went ahead with the remap against people's advice that the remap wouldn't do anything. It does!
You bellowed? I had both the Sprint Booster and Singh remapped ECU on the 545i. Loved it. Shifts were lightning fast. Others who have the same set up as mine are ICEMAN 316 and Weezy.
04-02-2008, 03:11 PM
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Exterior: 50% side windows / 35% rear window Formula One Pinnacle Series | Flat AMG hood emblem
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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
Originally Posted by owwo' post='554669' date='Apr 1 2008, 10:22 PM
Superchips and SI? This is the first time I'm hearing about these. Are these UK remaps only for the diesel engines or can we get these here in the states for our twin turbos?
04-02-2008, 04:13 PM
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Good thing about both the Sprint Booster and Split Second Turbo Tuner, is both can be removed in just minutes for BMW service dates. You won't have to worry about your factory warranty getting cancelled, as some of the E90post boys have been reporting lately with the Procede.