[bmtespar]

I installed my JB+ adapter today. My vehicle is completely stock otherwise and this is my first time modifying any aspect of the power train (other than an air filter kit). I followed a you tube video posted by the company on the installation. They recommend locking the vehicle and waiting 3-4 minutes to let the car go to sleep before installing. It was very simple and only took a few minutes. I've had a few hard pulls and you can definitely feel the difference. It isn't neck snapping performance but for the ease of installation, reliability and noticeable power gain, I'm very quite happy. The engine is still very smooth and drives very much the same under light load. I notice the intial turbo spool up which is nice but very brief which I appreciate. I left it on the factory settings for boost.

[ledpocket]

Nice!

I've got one waiting in my parts bin until I put a few more miles on the odometer.

Even though my M240 is already faster than I need, I couldn't resist throwing a couple hundred at "moar powa!!" Lol.

Posts like yours confirm my bias. Thanks!

[Tans2series]

Great Post, Installed mine a week ago and couldn't be more pleased. I noticed that it took a couple days of driving for the Ecu to adapt but man, it's noticeable. I would highly recommend this tune for anyone looking to gain an extra boost in power for cheap. The all around power increase throughout the rev range is extremely satisfying.

I'd also like to add that I put in extensive research on this product before purchasing, there is a thread that someone posted with Dyno numbers that confirm roughly a 30HP increase and 27TQ.... I believe it was on a 18' 330i and the dyno was run one week apart from install so the ECU had time to adjust!

Happy Hoonin'

[bmtespar]

Originally Posted by Tans2series

Great Post, Installed mine a week ago and couldn't be more pleased. I noticed that it took a couple days of driving for the Ecu to adapt but man, it's noticeable. I would highly recommend this tune for anyone looking to gain an extra boost in power for cheap. The all around power increase throughout the rev range is extremely satisfying.

I'd also like to add that I put in extensive research on this product before purchasing, there is a thread that someone posted with Dyno numbers that confirm roughly a 30HP increase and 27TQ.... I believe it was on a 18' 330i and the dyno was run one week apart from install so the ECU had time to adjust!

Happy Hoonin'

That's awesome. Thanks for sharing confirmed numbers. My guess is if the 230i does 0-60 in 5.2 (Car and Driver), with this adapter, you should get very close to 4.8. Ive seen another post with the same speculation.

[bmtespar]

Originally Posted by Tans2series

Great Post, Installed mine a week ago and couldn't be more pleased. I noticed that it took a couple days of driving for the Ecu to adapt but man, it's noticeable. I would highly recommend this tune for anyone looking to gain an extra boost in power for cheap. The all around power increase throughout the rev range is extremely satisfying.

I'd also like to add that I put in extensive research on this product before purchasing, there is a thread that someone posted with Dyno numbers that confirm roughly a 30HP increase and 27TQ.... I believe it was on a 18' 330i and the dyno was run one week apart from install so the ECU had time to adjust!

Happy Hoonin'

That's awesome. Thanks for sharing confirmed numbers. My guess is if the 230i does 0-60 in 5.2 (Car and Driver), with this adapter, you should get very close to 4.8. Ive seen another post with the same speculation.

[Tans2series]

You're correct however, I think those numbers from C&D are from a 230i Xdrive, mines only two wheel drive so I think I gain .20 to 60... Regardless it is a significant difference from stock! I am yet to test as I haven't used launch control since the install but I will most likely be doing so when I get a some free time this coming weekend!

Thanks again for original post as it was people like yourself that helped me make this decision in the first place... and I could never go back to stock now LOL

[bmtespar]

Originally Posted by Tans2series

You're correct however, I think those numbers from C&D are from a 230i Xdrive, mines only two wheel drive so I think I gain .20 to 60... Regardless it is a significant difference from stock! I am yet to test as I haven't used launch control since the install but I will most likely be doing so when I get a some free time this coming weekend!

Thanks again for original post as it was people like yourself that helped me make this decision in the first place... and I could never go back to stock now LOL

I should have mentioned mine is x drive. I've used launch control a few times now and it is amazing there is absolutely no tire spin launching around 3k rpm. It just hooks and goes. Glad to share and hopefully help.

[sandrik93]

Originally Posted by bmtespar

I installed my JB+ adapter today. My vehicle is completely stock otherwise and this is my first time modifying any aspect of the power train (other than an air filter kit). I followed a you tube video posted by the company on the installation. They recommend locking the vehicle and waiting 3-4 minutes to let the car go to sleep before installing. It was very simple and only took a few minutes. I've had a few hard pulls and you can definitely feel the difference. It isn't neck snapping performance but for the ease of installation, reliability and noticeable power gain, I'm very quite happy. The engine is still very smooth and drives very much the same under light load. I notice the intial turbo spool up which is nice but very brief which I appreciate. I left it on the factory settings for boost.

What about taking it to dealer for service? Do you unhook it every time? And no codes thrown?

[Tans2series]

I plan to remove it simply for peace of mind. It only manipulates Boost so its not likely any Dealer would spend the time / effort attempting to trace its presence... No codes here and I drive spirited to say the least... I read on one forum that someone had a Misfire code thrown but that was the only one I could find.

[bmtespar]

Originally Posted by sandrik93

What about taking it to dealer for service? Do you unhook it every time? And no codes thrown?

I agree with Tan2series. It's a very mild tune so it shouldn't be throwing codes. I plan to remove the adapter when I go in for service as it super simple to install and remove. That eliminates the prospect of the dealer seeing it and making a fuss. All it takes is a service tech in a bad mood to have that become part of your permanent service record.

On further evaluation after a few days, the turbo is a little laggy in comfort mood but nothing frantic and awful.

[sandrik93]

Originally Posted by bmtespar

I agree with Tan2series. It's a very mild tune so it shouldn't be throwing codes. I plan to remove the adapter when I go in for service as it super simple to install and remove. That eliminates the prospect of the dealer seeing it and making a fuss. All it takes is a service tech in a bad mood to have that become part of your permanent service record.

On further evaluation after a few days, the turbo is a little laggy in comfort mood but nothing frantic and awful.

Thank you for the reply. And I assume you got the JB vs Dinan simply due to price difference?

[bmtespar]

Originally Posted by sandrik93

Thank you for the reply. And I assume you got the JB vs Dinan simply due to price difference?

Primarily.

[mike@x-ph.com]

Congrats OP

[happyjack]

so this analogy may be too simplistic, but wondering how the performance feels relative to using sport mode vs. comfort mode on a stock car?

in my first year of owning my 228, i think i was probably driving 80/20 comfort mode to sport mode. in the last few months, i'm probably going 50/50...almost any time i'm not in heavy commuter traffic.

so is this tune a similar jump as comfort to sport...or is it more like a 2x or 3x jump?

[bmtespar]

Originally Posted by happyjack

so this analogy may be too simplistic, but wondering how the performance feels relative to using sport mode vs. comfort mode on a stock car?

in my first year of owning my 228, i think i was probably driving 80/20 comfort mode to sport mode. in the last few months, i'm probably going 50/50...almost any time i'm not in heavy commuter traffic.

so is this tune a similar jump as comfort to sport...or is it more like a 2x or 3x jump?

Much larger jump in performance than merely moving from comfort to sport. In normal driving it's not really noticeable but if you get into the throttle it's a very noticeable boost in power. 10-15 hp is hard to notice but this at 30hp at the wheels is definitely noticeable. You can purchase it try it out and return it if you don't like it. And if you love it and want more, they give you a year to upgrade and out the $200 purchase price toward the next level tune.

[Tans2series]

Bmtespar is dead on the money. It is a noticeable difference in every driving mode. I find myself using 3/4 throttle in comfort mode because of how much more torque I have accelerating now. Should you buy this you will notice the difference and it will be much greater than switching from comfort to sport!

[happyjack]

Originally Posted by bmtespar

Much larger jump in performance than merely moving from comfort to sport. In normal driving it's not really noticeable but if you get into the throttle it's a very noticeable boost in power. 10-15 hp is hard to notice but this at 30hp at the wheels is definitely noticeable. You can purchase it try it out and return it if you don't like it. And if you love it and want more, they give you a year to upgrade and out the $200 purchase price toward the next level tune.

Originally Posted by Tans2series

Bmtespar is dead on the money. It is a noticeable difference in every driving mode. I find myself using 3/4 throttle in comfort mode because of how much more torque I have accelerating now. Should you buy this you will notice the difference and it will be much greater than switching from comfort to sport!

thanks for the replies! i've never tuned a car in 35 years of driving, but i'm having so much fun this 2-series that i'd love to find an easy way to step it up even more.

[bmtespar]

Originally Posted by happyjack

thanks for the replies! i've never tuned a car in 35 years of driving, but i'm having so much fun this 2-series that i'd love to find an easy way to step it up even more.

Considering this is a faster install than a drop-in air filter it will be a super easy first mod.

[hwntime]

Originally Posted by happyjack

thanks for the replies! i've never tuned a car in 35 years of driving, but i'm having so much fun this 2-series that i'd love to find an easy way to step it up even more.

You might also want to consider the Dinan Sport Tune over the JB+. Yes, it is $80-$100 more but you have full control of boost via BT phone app. It lets you go from +4 race mode all the way down to -3 valet mode with the push of a button. If you plan on leaving it on +3 all the time, go JB+ but if you need to change things up on the fly, go with Dinan.

[happyjack]

Originally Posted by hwntime

You might also want to consider the Dinan Sport Tune over the JB+. Yes, it is $80-$100 more but you have full control of boost via BT phone app. It lets you go from +4 race mode all the way down to -3 valet mode with the push of a button. If you plan on leaving it on +3 all the time, go JB+ but if you need to change things up on the fly, go with Dinan.

hmmm. that type of control would definitely be useful since i have two teenaged drivers in the house.

[hwntime]

Originally Posted by happyjack

hmmm. that type of control would definitely be useful since i have two teenaged drivers in the house.

LOL yeah, most definitely go with the Dinan then! Just put it on valet mode when they borrow your car. Zero boost so it'll be like driving in ECO x10 haha