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Dinan software upgrade for 2009 535? by dexinsd
Mar 24, 2009 (12:31 pm)
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Does anyone out there have any experience to share with the Dinan Stage 1 or 2 upgrade for a 2009 535i? Supposedly it significantly boosts the HP and torque by increasing the turbo boost. Cost is $2K for the Stage 2 and $1,500 for Stage 1. Dinan provides the warranty equivalent to BMW 4 yr/50K mi.
 
Thoughts or recommendations?
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Re: Dinan software upgrade for 2009 535? [dexinsd] by roadburner
Mar 24, 2009 (3:41 pm)
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Replying to: dexinsd (Mar 24, 2009 12:31 pm)

I know Steve Dinan, and the products that he sells are first-rate- no question. But they do tend to be expensive. Will Turner has an ECU upgrade for the N54; you might want to give him a call. I've had good service from his shop as well.
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Horn went off by its self by galama
Apr 14, 2009 (6:45 am)
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I got 2002 bmw 530i was driving and horn went off few times on its own 30 sec. later again 20 sec. later went on and it stayed on. i took fuse out now my memory seats don't work normal my strering wheel does not move up when i turn my key off and when i tryed to put my fuse back in and horn went off again and stays on.. can anyone help please. tx Joe
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run flat vs. regular by zoelman
Jul 03, 2009 (11:02 am)
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i have a 2004 545i with sports package and run-flat tires and the tires are close to needing replacement. I have the Dunlop SP Sport 01 DSST on now.
 
have other BMW drivers switched from run-flats to regular tires and what were their experiences, better, worse? are the run-flats worth the huge price difference? i am really leaning toward regular UHP tires as i live in southern california.
 
also, by current tires are 93Y rated, can i go with a 93W and is there much difference?
 
tires i found on tirerack that look good are Bridgestone Potenza RE760 and the Dunlop Direzza DZ101. the Michelins are so expensive, nearly as much as the run-flats so i didn't want to go that way if i could help it.
 
thanks for any help.
 
brian
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Re: run flat vs. regular [zoelman] by shipo
Jul 03, 2009 (1:50 pm)
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Replying to: zoelman (Jul 03, 2009 11:02 am)

I've been following the RFT debate since its inception, and over the years I've heard reports from well over 100 folks who've thrown their RFTs in the trash (often before they're worn out) and replaced them with Gets Flat Tires (GFTs). Guess what? Not a single one of them has even remotely considered switching back. Why? GFTs cost less, ride better, handle better, are often much quieter, and they usually last longer.
 
Best regards,
Shipo
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Re: run flat vs. regular [zoelman] by roadburner
Jul 03, 2009 (6:17 pm)
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Replying to: zoelman (Jul 03, 2009 11:02 am)

I'd go with the Direzzas- you'll increase comfort and grip.
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Re: run flat vs. regular [shipo] by erickpl
Jul 06, 2009 (8:06 am)
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Replying to: shipo (Jul 03, 2009 1:50 pm)

Just make sure you make accomodations for a flat should it happen. Portable air compressor, a can of fix-a-flat, and perhaps a simple repair kit would be cheap, easy investments...
 
That's what I did in my 6 Series.
 
-Paul
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Premium sound pkg vs Logic sound?? Whats the Dif? by gardis
Jul 08, 2009 (9:50 am)
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Guys,
I have a 2007 530i with premium sound pkg. I notice some of you talking about "logic" sound. What's the difference? Is that an additional package?
Just curious, thanks.
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Re: run flat vs. regular [shipo] by zoelman
Jul 08, 2009 (3:08 pm)
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Replying to: shipo (Jul 03, 2009 1:50 pm)

thanks for the tips guys! i think i will definitely be going with the GFTs and get some fix a flat and compressed air can.
 
how much stock can you put in those tire tests.....as the Bridgestones i mentioned had higher marks (wet, dry traction, handling, etc.) than the Direzzas, but then i am getting a good recommend on this site for the Direzzas? which i do appreciate as i was leaning toward the Direzzas except for the test scores on tirerack.
 
brian

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