RaceChip Ultimate discussion thread

M2-BM35i · 03-30-2015, 03:42 PM

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Originally Posted by pikcachu

Well the obd2 will read the values from the Ecu which are already tampered by the tune. So most the values you get are not the real values coming from the sensors but the values manipulated from the tune

Ok yes, so therefore the obd2 with torque pro app doesn't work with a piggy back tune..?.

How out would the figures be?

Also is it still safe to install and use as same time as the tune? Eg s1 bms or RC ultimate?

pikcachu · 03-30-2015, 04:50 PM

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Originally Posted by M2-BM35i

Ok yes, so therefore the obd2 with torque pro app doesn't work with a piggy back tune..?.

How out would the figures be?

Also is it still safe to install and use as same time as the tune? Eg s1 bms or RC ultimate?

It actually works.... it just shows values that are not real.... this is in terms of the figures the tune modifies like boost.... maybe hp and torque is calculated based on the actual accelerometer of the phone so it shouldn't matter

what I heard is that the obd2 will compete for bandwidth with the tune to talk to the ecu... so it might be that in some cases you are slowing down the tune talking to the ecu because of the obd2 app but I can't really say for sure this is true.... but it makes sense that there is a limited amount of bandwidth and 2 things running will be slower than 1

makes sense?

jmr0311 · 03-31-2015, 06:49 PM

Gentlemen, I just install the RaceChip Ultimate module on my M235i. I disconnected the battery as suggested before installing the unit. I have two silly questions,

The car is telling me to set the time and date but when I go to the setting screen, the mode is set to something like auto time .....

The other is, my M235i no longer blinks the turn signals when I activate the alarm. Do you guys know where can I find the way to set that setting?

AlexGT · 03-31-2015, 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by jmr0311

Gentlemen, I just install the RaceChip Ultimate module on my M235i. I disconnected the battery as suggested before installing the unit. I have two silly questions,

The car is telling me to set the time and date but when I go to the setting screen, the mode is set to something like auto time .....

The other is, my M235i no longer blinks the turn signals when I activate the alarm. Do you guys know where can I find the way to set that setting?

Sorry but, who suggested you to do that? I was not suggested by anyone at RaceChip to disconnect my battery. I installed it and immediately got results. I'm sorry you're having these problems because of this. I'm sure that some of our experts friends here will be of assistance .

chaddy74 · 04-01-2015, 12:11 AM

all in the idrive settings menu basic resets and part of setup !

Quote:

Originally Posted by jmr0311

Gentlemen, I just install the RaceChip Ultimate module on my M235i. I disconnected the battery as suggested before installing the unit. I have two silly questions,

The car is telling me to set the time and date but when I go to the setting screen, the mode is set to something like auto time .....

The other is, my M235i no longer blinks the turn signals when I activate the alarm. Do you guys know where can I find the way to set that setting?

chaddy74 · 04-01-2015, 12:12 AM

I suggest always disconnecting the battery on the installation of any tune

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Originally Posted by AlexGT

Sorry but, who suggested you to do that? I was not suggested by anyone at RaceChip to disconnect my battery. I installed it and immediately got results. I'm sorry you're having these problems because of this. I'm sure that some of our experts friends here will be of assistance .

Den07 · 04-01-2015, 12:26 AM

Sorry can't help but interested to know your feelings on the Rc about to pull the trigger myself

jmr0311 · 04-01-2015, 08:48 PM

I found where in the BMW iDrive I do the changes to those settings. Thanks very much for the words of advice.

I haven't took her to the edge yet, just waiting few more miles before doing so but the car kind of feels faster in all modes.

I don't have a "High Flow" intake, so do you guys think that I should be cautious about not pushing her too hard.

FSociety · 04-01-2015, 08:50 PM

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Originally Posted by jmr0311

I found where in the BMW iDrive I do the changes to those settings. Thanks very much for the words of advice.

I haven't took it to the edge yet, just waiting few more miles before doing so but the car kind of feels faster in all modes.

I don't have a "High Flow" intake, so do you guys think that I should be cautious about not pushing her too hard.

In your stock setting just drive it and enjoy it as you would normally would, after 150-200 miles or a tank lets say increase the setting 1 notch if you feel like it.
I increase just for testing purpose to see how and where it feels better and looking at my MPG etc.

Your location of the RC unit has me worried though!

AlexGT · 04-01-2015, 09:45 PM

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Originally Posted by chaddy74

I suggest always disconnecting the battery on the installation of any tune

Quote:

Originally Posted by AlexGT

Sorry but, who suggested you to do that? I was not suggested by anyone at RaceChip to disconnect my battery. I installed it and immediately got results. I'm sorry you're having these problems because of this. I'm sure that some of our experts friends here will be of assistance .

Is that "really" necessary chaddy? I didn't do that with before RaceChip, nor the ER downpipe and the results are there

chaddy74 · 04-01-2015, 10:08 PM

I Always like to do it mate !! not 100% required !! Just me being me

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Originally Posted by AlexGT

Is that "really" necessary chaddy? I didn't do that with before RaceChip, nor the ER downpipe and the results are there

Luminous · 04-02-2015, 09:09 AM

I have for sale a brand new, never installed racechip ultimate for the M235i. I'm willing to sell it for $625 shipped if anyone is interested.

cgeaves · 04-02-2015, 09:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Luminous

I have for sale a brand new, never installed racechip ultimate for the M235i. I'm willing to sell it for $625 shipped if anyone is interested.

Why are you selling?

pikcachu · 04-02-2015, 10:09 AM

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Originally Posted by cgeaves

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Originally Posted by Luminous

I have for sale a brand new, never installed racechip ultimate for the M235i. I'm willing to sell it for $625 shipped if anyone is interested.

Why are you selling?

I think he installed the Manhart first and is happy with it.

FSociety · 04-02-2015, 10:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Luminous

I have for sale a brand new, never installed racechip ultimate for the M235i. I'm willing to sell it for $625 shipped if anyone is interested.

You can return it for 14-days refund too, no?

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Originally Posted by cgeaves

Why are you selling?

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Originally Posted by pikcachu

I think he installed the Manhart first and is happy with it.

^^ Yeah saw his post on Manhart

Luminous · 04-02-2015, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by ROBNYC

You can return it for 14-days refund too, no?

^^ Yeah saw his post on Manhart

Yea except they want a 20% restocking fee which I feel is absurd. I figured with all this racechip interest someone from the forum would be happy to pick this up at a reduced cost.

FSociety · 04-02-2015, 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Luminous

Yea except they want a 20% restocking fee which I feel is absurd. I figured with all this racechip interest someone from the forum would be happy to pick this up at a reduced cost.

Yea someone will grab it sooner or later, O.o I saw you're selling the dinan too lol u tried them all.

Seeing manhart looks like the speed-buster box and just like the ActiveAutowerke box seems solid to me. Same numbers manhart has for racechip too.
Congrats we shall meet soon since we're both in NYC

Morne235 · 04-04-2015, 01:30 PM

Has any one have some dino figures with the RC ultimate and a DP?

FSociety · 04-05-2015, 12:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Delnari

In my dealings with 4 various Stage 1 tunes thus far I have experience different results; 2 of which I have documented with Dyno's runs against the base. At this point I don't need to prove to myself that my latest trial with the RC Ultimate is giving me the most satisfaction to date. If someone really wants emperial data, feel free to go out and purchase a box of your choice and do a factory baseline and a dyno run with the device to see what difference it makes for you. It has taken me more than a few efforts to finally find a device that is giving me what I want out of the M235i. I'm truly happy and done looking.

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Originally Posted by chaddy74

Well said !! There is a night a day difference between other tunes and the RC !!For the dollars its amazingly great

AlexGT

jmr0311 · 04-06-2015, 03:11 PM

ROBNYC,

I missed to notice that you had some concerns on the locations I choose to install the Race Chip.

Would you mind sharing your concern if you don't mind me ask you? and in your opinion where it will be the best place for it.

kdog26372 · 04-06-2015, 03:56 PM

I'll get my new M235 this week. I had the BMW stage 1 on my X3 which required airbox removal to install the tune. Is airbag removal needed for the M235, or just pop off engine cover to expose wires?

Thanks

Delnari · 04-06-2015, 04:00 PM

I can jump in on this one. Please get the RC box away for the direct engine heat. Either mount it under the vent on the drivers side, or you can zip tie it to the fuse box top like I did. Too much plastic to be putting right up next to the engine IMO.

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jmr0311 Lieutenant 251 Rep 431 Posts Drives: 22' G82Cx Velvet Blue Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: San Antonio iTrader: (0)	I found where in the BMW iDrive I do the changes to those settings. Thanks very much for the words of advice. I haven't took her to the edge yet, just waiting few more miles before doing so but the car kind of feels faster in all modes. I don't have a "High Flow" intake, so do you guys think that I should be cautious about not pushing her too hard.
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Luminous Captain 743 Rep 895 Posts Drives: 2019 M5 Competition Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Westchester County, NY iTrader: (2)	I have for sale a brand new, never installed racechip ultimate for the M235i. I'm willing to sell it for $625 shipped if anyone is interested.
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jmr0311 Lieutenant 251 Rep 431 Posts Drives: 22' G82Cx Velvet Blue Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: San Antonio iTrader: (0)	ROBNYC, I missed to notice that you had some concerns on the locations I choose to install the Race Chip. Would you mind sharing your concern if you don't mind me ask you? and in your opinion where it will be the best place for it.
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kdog26372 Lieutenant 244 Rep 447 Posts Drives: 2015 M235xi BSM Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Chicago iTrader: (0)	I'll get my new M235 this week. I had the BMW stage 1 on my X3 which required airbox removal to install the tune. Is airbag removal needed for the M235, or just pop off engine cover to expose wires? Thanks __________________ '15 M235xi \| BSM/Oyster/Aluminum \| Black Kidneys \| RW Carbon Mirror Caps \| 40% tint
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Delnari Major 258 Rep 1,040 Posts Drives: 2014 MG F22 Auto Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Alexandria, VA iTrader: (2)	I can jump in on this one. Please get the RC box away for the direct engine heat. Either mount it under the vent on the drivers side, or you can zip tie it to the fuse box top like I did. Too much plastic to be putting right up next to the engine IMO.
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