[Benandluna]

Originally Posted by kdog26372

It is correct you won't get the same gains with just the tune because Dinan won't give you the higher boost map unless you have the intake and the stage 1 map isn't worth the price of admission, the exhaust is optional. It's pretty well documented that intakes and new mufflers don't add much power and while Dinan may force you to get the intake to get stage 2 map, plenty of others are running higher boost than stage 2 Dinan with stock intake and getting more power, so yes it's most likely a sales thing regarding intake. Power mods are tune, downpipe, turbo changes and adjusting fuel by adding E85 and tuning to match that different octane and air/fuel mix. Both intake and muffler are for sound.
Most that have the stage 2 Dinan seem to enjoy it, I'm sure you'll be happy unless you drive in a JB4 tuned car with a downpipe, then you'll be like what did I just pay for and I could of had what? Just kidding, but not really, enjoy the tune and warranty.

Haha. I had the jb on my old 135i and after a couple failed maf sensors, each time I took it in they opened a puma case and my balls shrunk. Granted I can afford the Dinan and the peace of mind is worth it for me. I did find a dealer who was fine just adding on the stage 2 tune without the Cai and exhaust so I'll let you know how the power gains feel for those who are interested.

Next year I might do the big turbo and all the essentials with stage 4 Dinan.

Cheers

[M235iguy]

contact evan@tischer or getbmwparts.com...a forum sponser here. You can get a discount on dinan. I bought the intake from him. good price

[bryan_G01]

Originally Posted by Benandluna

I'll let you know how the power gains feel for those who are interested.

Cheers

Go straight to stage 3.
You will be disappointed with stage 2.

Stage 3 is when it actually feels much faster, and you start hitting real boost levels 17-18psi.

[M235iguy]

Originally Posted by bryan_f22

I have a stage 3 piggy back for sale. PM me.

Curious why you're selling it.

[BMWZ4]

Originally Posted by bryan_f22

Go straight to stage 3.
You will be disappointed with stage 2.

Stage 3 is when it actually feels much faster, and you start hitting real boost levels 17-18psi.

Depends what you're after. I have Stage 2 and find it quite sufficient, but I'm not tracking the car, just my DD.

[Benandluna]

Well I just got back from the authorized Dinan dealer and can say the Stage 2 tune feels amazing compared to stock. It may not be stage 3 but its everything i need for now.

There is noticeable gains throughout the entire rpm range causing that tire traction light to blink blink blink :-p

Looking forward to taking the car to Sonoma Night Drags.

Next year i will prob go with dinan stage 3 pending bonus season

Cheers!

[multarnc]

Originally Posted by Benandluna

Well I just got back from the authorized Dinan dealer and can say the Stage 2 tune feels amazing compared to stock. It may not be stage 3 but its everything i need for now.

There is noticeable gains throughout the entire rpm range causing that tire traction light to blink blink blink :-p

Looking forward to taking the car to Sonoma Night Drags.

Next year i will prob go with dinan stage 3 pending bonus season

Cheers!

I've had Stage 2 on for a little bit. It's a beast. It's at the dealer getting the Intercooler and Stage 3 installed as we speak. This will be more than enough for me.

[Benandluna]

Originally Posted by multarnc

I've had Stage 2 on for a little bit. It's a beast. It's at the dealer getting the Intercooler and Stage 3 installed as we speak. This will be more than enough for me.

I am interested in stage 3, or 4(next year)

How does it work. Do you have to purchase a stage 3 tune, and u just pay the difference and its swapped out?

Or is it a completely separate purchase from the stage 2 tune.

[Dinan_Engineering]

Originally Posted by Benandluna

I am interested in stage 3, or 4(next year)

How does it work. Do you have to purchase a stage 3 tune, and u just pay the difference and its swapped out?

Or is it a completely separate purchase from the stage 2 tune.

Just pay the difference between the 2 stages and the unit is updated (no physical changes other then whatever hard parts may be needed to support it).

[multarnc]

Originally Posted by Benandluna

I am interested in stage 3, or 4(next year)

How does it work. Do you have to purchase a stage 3 tune, and u just pay the difference and its swapped out?

Or is it a completely separate purchase from the stage 2 tune.

You pay the difference between the 2 and the 3. The Stage 3 does require the Dinan intercooler.

[Benandluna]

Originally Posted by multarnc

You pay the difference between the 2 and the 3. The Stage 3 does require the Dinan intercooler.

yeah i eventually want to go stage 4 with all requirements and bolt ons. then im done.

I know people say its pricey but hey i was in the market for an m2, and now i have 12k to spare

[bryan_G01]

Originally Posted by M235iguy

Curious why you're selling it.

speed limiter at 135...

AWD xdrive with runflats. Can only go ECU tune to get rid of it.

It offers plenty of power for a DD.

I put a wagner catted DP on it and im probably around 370 -380 whp.

[multarnc]

Originally Posted by Benandluna

yeah i eventually want to go stage 4 with all requirements and bolt ons. then im done.

I know people say its pricey but hey i was in the market for an m2, and now i have 12k to spare

I'm done at Stage 3. I don't intend on tracking it enough to justify Stage 4. Stage 3 is more than enough power for me. I'm very happy with it.

[Benandluna]

I have just installed the CAI with the stage 2 tune. a little more power. low rumble, and some increased throttle response. so far loving the dinan gear

[bryan_G01]

btw..

Dinan stage 3 with a wagner catted dp = 395whp / 411 tq.
on 93.

[BeeDrill]

Originally Posted by bryan_f22

btw..

Dinan stage 3 with a wagner catted dp = 395whp / 411 tq.
on 93.

I was thinking about this very setup in the long run. Good info. Thanks a lot for sharing. Did you have a baseline by any chance?

[bryan_G01]

not available.

[Transfer]

Originally Posted by Benandluna

Well I just got back from the authorized Dinan dealer and can say the Stage 2 tune feels amazing compared to stock. It may not be stage 3 but its everything i need for now.

There is noticeable gains throughout the entire rpm range causing that tire traction light to blink blink blink :-p

Looking forward to taking the car to Sonoma Night Drags.

Next year i will prob go with dinan stage 3 pending bonus season

Cheers!

So did you get intake and exhaust as well?

[Benandluna]

Originally Posted by Transfer

So did you get intake and exhaust as well?

Just the intake and and tune. I dont care much for a loud exhaust. but i think next year ill def add the FMIC and stage 3 tune, or just to stage 4 depending on the bonus pay out :-p

[phily]

Looking for comments / feedback on the Dinan big turbo - IE: Stage 4 or P3 Package on an M235xi.

[M235iguy]

here is that giys thread about the stage 3, where i most likely will go, just wish i could get the limiter removed

http://www.2addicts.com/forums/showt...ighlight=dinan

[usabia]

Rolling Stage 3 Dinan Tune with Dinan CAI my Dinan shop installed the CAI for free. I paid retail for the CAI. I could have done myself in 10 minutes but whatever.

I have the upraded BMW M sport exhaust for my m235i. (another 1200.00 or so on order price if I remember) Dinan shop said that's good enough. list of dinan parts on my 2er:

1. Stage 1,2,3 tune
2. CAI
3. Dinan Intercooler.

BMW parts

LSD
BMW M sport exhaust upgrade
Diffuser
6 SPD MT
The front air splitter thingies.
Carbon fiber spoiler
M Sport Rotors (not the 4k brake system I just bought the ROTORS for this system, and put them on my stock blue caliper system at about 2500 miles. No problems at all, looks sick and only cost 1k )


Love the performance.

my suggestion:

A good starting point from stock is Stage 2 for sure, you will definitely notice the performance increase from stock.

On Stage 2, long as you got the M sport exhaust all you have to do is the DINAN ECM tune itself to reap the full benefit. I mean if you can afford the extra cash for the CAI buy it yourself and install, way easy. Unless your Dinan shop will install at no extra cost which they often do if your buying a tune at the same time.

Gluck man