|
|
|
2010 2011 BMW 5 Series Forum F10 2011 535i Pneumatic Wastegate tuning options. |
|
Post Reply |
|
Thread Tools | Search this Thread |
04-09-2024, 02:57 PM | #1 |
New Member
39
Rep 17
Posts
Drives: 2011 BMW 535i Xdrive
Join Date: Oct 2023
Location: Clemson SC
|
2011 535i Pneumatic Wastegate tuning options.
Good afternoon, I have a 2011 535i Xdrive, with the Pneumatic wastegate. I was entertaining an ECU reflash or piggyback, leaning toward Dinantronics. This was until I was informed Dinan does not support cars using the Pneumatic wastegate. I have not been able to see if Dinan has an old controller for the PWG cars. Does anyone have any suggestions or knowledge on the topic of the PWG cars?
Cheers! -Mike |
04-09-2024, 04:49 PM | #2 |
DIY Mechanic
113
Rep 144
Posts
Drives: 2012 BMW 535i xDrive
Join Date: Nov 2023
Location: Ellsworth AFB, SD
|
MHD and BM3 both support PWG for tuning.
__________________
You can live in a car but you can’t race a house.
|
Appreciate
1
ctcarbonari414.00 |
04-10-2024, 07:44 AM | #3 | |
Lieutenant Colonel
587
Rep 1,907
Posts |
Quote:
Most flash tune development is obviously on the newer engines, but several major updates have dropped which have enabled customization features which I have enjoyed (setting coolant temperature targets, using the steering wheel controls to change maps etc...) To my knowledge, no issues have been created by MHD. I am not in the "gained" power very often. I am, however, always enjoying the options which can be set (like linear throttle pedal response). I don't think I would bother considering anything but an ECU reflash in 2024. |
|
Appreciate
0
|
04-10-2024, 10:38 AM | #4 |
Captain
222
Rep 683
Posts |
I agree with Surly! I too have a PWG N55 and when I began tuning I went for the JB4. It worked well for me, but it is limited in the options. Knowing I would eventually go custom tuning with it, I sold it and went to MHD flash tuning. That was 4 yrs ago and zero regrets.
__________________
I'm on the YouTubez now!! Check it out -> https://www.youtube.com/@turbospool
2011 F10 Shuenk N55+ Turbo'd is SOLD. Building a 2018 Golf R! |
Appreciate
0
|
04-10-2024, 01:53 PM | #5 |
Joint Chiefs of Staff
26061
Rep 194,417
Posts |
I recommend Bootmod3
__________________
Check out our current sale by clicking on this link!
https://x-ph.com/sale/ Phone number 702-494-9435 |
Appreciate
0
|
05-02-2024, 04:12 PM | #6 |
New Member
3
Rep 13
Posts |
I'm running Bootmod3 Stage 1 (91 Octane here in CO) on my '14 535, which does have the PWG. It's got 163,000 miles now and runs beautifully. I've changed the charge pipe, intake, and various other components. Recently needed to have a full transmission service down with a new pan after running over a piece of metal debris on the highway. (All the fluid leaked out - had it towed and just needed the pan, filter and fluid changed. Whew!)
The mid-range power increase is noticeable, and I've found I'm rarely giving it more than 1/4 throttle driving around town. In manual mode on the highway at 65+ I can keep it in 8th gear and it'll pull hard enough to accelerate and pass. Comparable to downshifting to 7th gear prior to the tune. It REALLY loves the colder, dry temps we get up here. Still getting low-30's MPG on the highway. No real loss around town, either. |
Appreciate
0
|
Post Reply |
Bookmarks |
|
|