BMW performance update - yes or no?

[tonypap]

Thinking about the BMW performance update for my 2012 X6 5.0 I am fairly certain its a straightforward software update and supposedly adds 40 HP

Do it or don't do it?? Please share your thoughts.

[dmlgc]

I didn't think you could get this done to any X6 model after 2010 as it comes as an option starting in 2011 , 7R something.

[tonypap]

Service bulletin: I can now confirm that the performance upgrade is NOT compatible with the 2012 X6. The installation was attempted on my X6 this morning and failed. I give the dealer credit though, they gave it a valiant effort.


Dinan time?!?!?!?!

[JIMX681]

Originally Posted by tonypap

Service bulletin: I can now confirm that the performance upgrade is NOT compatible with the 2012 X6. The installation was attempted on my X6 this morning and failed. I give the dealer credit though, they gave it a valiant effort.


Dinan time?!?!?!?!

Most definitely, you won't regret it. Huge gains, the torque is amazing.

[tonypap]

Originally Posted by JIMX681

Most definitely, you won't regret it. Huge gains, the torque is amazing.

Is it worth doing if I don't plan on upgrading the exhaust? I'm leasing so I don't want to get too carried away. I can justify the cost for 70ish HP gain, but the exhaust (though I'd love to) is out of the question. So with that said, still do the flash upgrade? ::lease tell me it is:::

[JIMX681]

Originally Posted by tonypap

Is it worth doing if I don't plan on upgrading the exhaust? I'm leasing so I don't want to get too carried away. I can justify the cost for 70ish HP gain, but the exhaust (though I'd love to) is out of the question. So with that said, still do the flash upgrade? ::lease tell me it is:::

I like the tone of the factory exhaust. With the tune, between shifts it just rumbles. I think putting an exhaust on would make it too loud. I would rather spend the same money getting 100hp from a flash than getting 15hp from an exhaust

[tonypap]

Originally Posted by JIMX681

I like the tone of the factory exhaust. With the tune, between shifts it just rumbles. I think putting an exhaust on would make it too loud. I would rather spend the same money getting 100hp from a flash than getting 15hp from an exhaust

Thanks for the extra little push I needed.

[JIMX681]

Originally Posted by tonypap

Thanks for the extra little push I needed.

I'm here to help. I bet that 3k is just burning a hole in your pocket. I was in the same boat, 7RR or Dinan. The only difference is you only have one of these options. 70 lb-ft torque more than the M...

[tonypap]

Originally Posted by JIMX681

I'm here to help. I bet that 3k is just burning a hole in your pocket. I was in the same boat, 7RR or Dinan. The only difference is you only have one of these options. 70 lb-ft torque more than the M...

LOL...not quite burning a hole. But as I was saying with another member earlier today, this car just makes me want to add-on and upgrade, tune and modify. I feel like a teenager again. Thank G*d it's leased...if I actually owned it I'd go broke...brakes, exhaust, body kit, tigers and bears oh my!!

[tonypap]

When the Dinan upgrade is done does it need to be undone when taken in for service? Also does it ever get wiped when taking it for service? Sorry if these are obvious questions...I'm new to all this upgrading.

[JIMX681]

Originally Posted by tonypap

When the Dinan upgrade is done does it need to be undone when taken in for service? Also does it ever get wiped when taking it for service? Sorry if these are obvious questions...I'm new to all this upgrading.

I had a lot of error messages and lights come when I first got the car, for about a year. But I haven't seen one in a while, and all clear since the tune was done which was in January and about 10,000 miles ago. I just take it for service like nothing was done. I'm pretty sure it can be wiped if the dealer needs to install serious updates. Then you can have it flashed back.

[tonypap]

Originally Posted by JIMX681

I had a lot of error messages and lights come when I first got the car, for about a year. But I haven't seen one in a while, and all clear since the tune was done which was in January and about 10,000 miles ago. I just take it for service like nothing was done. I'm pretty sure it can be wiped if the dealer needs to install serious updates. Then you can have it flashed back.

If that happens is the re-flash no-charge?

[JIMX681]

If that happens is the re-flash no-charge?[/QUOTE]

I haven't had to deal with that yet, but I doubt it is no charge, unless you had the tune done at a BMW dealer, then you might have a chance.

[doug_999]

Originally Posted by tonypap

Service bulletin: I can now confirm that the performance upgrade is NOT compatible with the 2012 X6. The installation was attempted on my X6 this morning and failed. I give the dealer credit though, they gave it a valiant effort.

I think they pulled it starting in 2011 because of the new 8 speed trans. I'm hoping they bring it back after making sure the trans can handle it. Had a chance to pick up a 2010 with this option but it sold before I could even get to the dealer to test drive (one day).