[snowmuch]

Im getting a 535xi soon and would like to where should I start to upgrade? Such as Ecu and intake for example, please advice.

[r33_RGSport]

Originally Posted by snowmuch

Im getting a 535xi soon and would like to where should I start to upgrade? Such as Ecu and intake for example, please advice.

First to start that I usually recommend is BMS stage 1 or RaceChip Ultimate and BMS air intake.

[lsturbointeg]

Originally Posted by r33_RGSport

First to start that I usually recommend is BMS stage 1 or RaceChip Ultimate and BMS air intake.

Not to beat a dead horse from other threads about this but seems like the intake isn't really an improvement over factory? But since you being a sponsor here what r your opinions on this? I'm all for it but wondering if I'm just wasting money when it can be spent on something else?

[r33_RGSport]

Originally Posted by lsturbointeg

Not to beat a dead horse from other threads about this but seems like the intake isn't really an improvement over factory? But since you being a sponsor here what r your opinions on this? I'm all for it but wondering if I'm just wasting money when it can be spent on something else?

Air intake is more like a nose strip that the athlete uses. Does it give them more power? No. But it does help them getting better air flow when needed.
The other benefit ppl like is now you can hear the turbo sound.
I mean, for $199, it is much better than the other brands that boasting up to 35hp gain and cost more.

[snowmuch]

Originally Posted by r33_RGSport

First to start that I usually recommend is BMS stage 1 or RaceChip Ultimate and BMS air intake.

What kind of exhaust mod do you recommend? Coming from AMG I do miss that sound...

[T-Man]

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Hands down the best! Get ready to drop some cash though. BMS tune is great, don't waste the $200 on the intake. I did and ended up selling it, didn't see any improvement over the K&N drop in filter I already had. It also rips up the hood under lining if those things bug you. So best things to get your 535 up to speed is those 3 mods. If you have anymore cash laying around get some Morr wheels. Super light, perfect offsets and complete the car.

[r33_RGSport]

Originally Posted by snowmuch

What kind of exhaust mod do you recommend? Coming from AMG I do miss that sound...

Depends on your preference. I personally like either nice and smooth likes the AC Schnitzer muffler or loud like Eisennman.
The Meisterschaft is "Ok", the reason being I put them on "Ok" category because they are never give you the exact answer on when the muffler will be ready and when the customer will receive it. I got too many bad news regarding order fulfillment.

[mike@x-ph.com]

Performance wise get a Jb stage 1 if you are planning on keeping your car stock ( no downpipes). If you would like to add downpipes in the future, get the Jb4.
Intake will add horsepower if you car has downpipes , if not it will only be for sound.
As for exhausts, Remus and GTHaus are very popular for a reason

[snowmuch]

Originally Posted by mike@x-ph.com

Performance wise get a Jb stage 1 if you are planning on keeping your car stock ( no downpipes). If you would like to add downpipes in the future, get the Jb4.
Intake will add horsepower if you car has downpipes , if not it will only be for sound.
As for exhausts, Remus and GTHaus are very popular for a reason

I'm getting DP for sure.

[mike@x-ph.com]

Originally Posted by snowmuch

I'm getting DP for sure.

JB4 is the way to go then.
Check out the vendor section for some good combo deals.

[lsturbointeg]

Originally Posted by mike@x-ph.com

JB4 is the way to go then.
Check out the vendor section for some good combo deals.

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