My E90 LCI 320d Called Denise

[FZainol]

How much u get it mark? N hoe long does it take to arrive?

 

[Mavik]

How much u get it mark? N hoe long does it take to arrive?

Price is as stated in the website. Took about 2 weeks for it to arrive.

 

[Mavik]

After 3 years of usage, the front bumper was wearing out due to the numerous stone chips on it. Decided to respray the bumper and also since I had to remove my old front carbon splitters, decided with something a little different this time. Saw a post on Facebook regarding this product and decided to get it installed on my car.

The product is called Samurai Rubber Skirt.

Before the product is applied, the bottom portion of the bumper was cleaned and had a primer applied (both the cleaner and primer comes with the product).

Once the shape and fitting is good (a few rounds of checks and adjustment), then only would the rubber be pressed firmly to the bumper.

And voila, the finished product at the end of the day.

I think it is a practical mod, since it is rubber, if I scrape it against bumps or curbs, it doesn't really harm the material. Overall very satisfied with the product.

 

[casper909]

Looks great mark! Nice mod and welcome back to the matte black grill!

 

[Prinze]

Looks cool. Mind sharing where you got this from? Wondering how it will look like on my pre LCi.

 

[YK9]

Mavik, very nice. where is the shop and how much?

 

[SilverBullet]

Good stuff Mavik... :rock:

Waiting to install mine today

 

[FZainol]

How much is it? Can we make it look glossy?

 

[Mavik]

Looks cool. Mind sharing where you got this from? Wondering how it will look like on my pre LCi.

Mavik, very nice. where is the shop and how much?

How much is it? Can we make it look glossy?

I got the guy's contact from Facebook. He came to my house to install it. Give him a call to find out best place for installation.

Kit - 012-342 9029

Cost for the strip is RM150

Since its rubber, can't make it look glossy unless you spray some kind of rubber treatment on it I guess.

 

[SilverBullet]

Installed the "samurai burger" on my front bumper, side skirt and part of the rear diffuser...not bad for its value for money...and most importantly is the practicality and flexibility of the material ensuring passing thru bumps and basement parking a non-heartbreaking experience...



*P/s: Sharing the photo as reference, if would like the photo to be removed do let me know. Thanks

 

[FZainol]

Thanks Mavik for sharing. Just make appointment tomorrow at my office parking basement. Very easy to deal

 

[FZainol]

Mark can u share more review on ur ecu remap pls? How the transmission shift, daily driven feel compared to stock & the extra power. Im looking forward to remap my car as well but couldnt found any review..

 

[Mavik]

Mark can u share more review on ur ecu remap pls? How the transmission shift, daily driven feel compared to stock & the extra power. Im looking forward to remap my car as well but couldnt found any review..

Personally I find that the power is there, transmission shift isn't affected but honestly I never liked the original BMW shifting to begin with (especially on track). The issue i have with the automatic gearbox is that even in Manual mode, it truly isn't as it tends to shift the gears automatically and still has a bit of lag when shifting gears.

In terms of driveability, the main thing you would notice is more power over stock. For example, stock wise my car did 170ps on the dyno machine. After the remap, it achieved 205ps. That is 35ps more on wheel so the power is definitely there!

 

[FZainol]

Yes agreed on our transmission lag...seems it takes time to figure out on which gear to shift everytime lol

 

[SilverBullet]

Bros, I have updated the gearbox software on my previous 335i and current car. It does make a difference in terms of smoother gear change and gear learning especially on downshifts. For the 335i, there is a special Alpina gearbox software that offers:

- Faster shifts
- Almost no loss of power in between shifts
- Almost no torque limiter
- Faster launches
- Faster paddle response times
- Center cluster will now show D1,D2,D3,D4,D5,D6 rather then just D

Maybe can check if it is also applicable for 320d or if not find something similar. Anyway happy modding bros.

 

[SilverBullet]

The issue i have with the automatic gearbox is that even in Manual mode, it truly isn't as it tends to shift the gears automatically and still has a bit of lag when shifting gears.

Bro, just to check does your car still shifts gear upwards even in Manual mode? Do u have paddle shifters?

 

[Mavik]

Bros, I have updated the gearbox software on my previous 335i and current car. It does make a difference in terms of smoother gear change and gear learning especially on downshifts. For the 335i, there is a special Alpina gearbox software that offers:

- Faster shifts
- Almost no loss of power in between shifts
- Almost no torque limiter
- Faster launches
- Faster paddle response times
- Center cluster will now show D1,D2,D3,D4,D5,D6 rather then just D

Maybe can check if it is also applicable for 320d or if not find something similar. Anyway happy modding bros.

That is awesome bro, can I ask where did you get the person who flashed your gearbox for you? I know Alpina also made a Diesel version of the E90 (D3 bi-turbo) which also uses the same 6-speed automatic gearbox. I would love to have a better software for the current gearbox.

Bro, just to check does your car still shifts gear upwards even in Manual mode? Do u have paddle shifters?

Yes it shifts gear upwards even in manual mode. No paddle shifters. You should see the faces of my track instructors when they take turn 9 for the first time in my car haha. From downshifting to 2nd gear, the moment we want to power out of the corner, it brings it back to 4th.

 

[FZainol]

Mark pls update here once u find someone who can update our gbox software. I know ure good in hunting skills

 

[SilverBullet]

That is awesome bro, can I ask where did you get the person who flashed your gearbox for you? I know Alpina also made a Diesel version of the E90 (D3 bi-turbo) which also uses the same 6-speed automatic gearbox. I would love to have a better software for the current gearbox.

Hi bro. There is a DIY (for 335i) for this gbox flash using WinKFP. The link can be referred here (http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=873746) and I have also pasted the basic guides below.

Alternatively since this is the software for Alpina B3 335i, unless the same software is compatible, you would need the Alpina D3 software for diesel. Hence you can contact Freddie from Obermaier Jalan Ipoh (012-3335011) for his expert services he offered last time.

Yes it shifts gear upwards even in manual mode. No paddle shifters. You should see the faces of my track instructors when they take turn 9 for the first time in my car haha. From downshifting to 2nd gear, the moment we want to power out of the corner, it brings it back to 4th.

Oh I used to feel that nuisance too when first driving the 335i, until I discovered need to put the gear stick in DS mode and then use paddle shifters to play with the gears manually, then the gear would hold irregardless of the rpm. Not sure on 320d without paddle shifters tho.



The DIY Guides:

I have posted this on other forums and finally had the chance to broadcast this on E90post.com

This guide is intended for personal use and anything that happens to your car is done soley by your choice.. This guide just provides the instructions on how to flash the software. I do not hold any responsibility if you damage your car.


Alpina B3 Flash DIY using WinKFP

DIY Guide to Flash Alpina B3 Flash:


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WARNING...If you dont know what your doing, dont be brave and blindly go into this advanced flashing of software into the TCU module.. If your not too confident in doing this, either pay someone or just do without it.....WinKFP is a very dangerous tool but yet its awesome and in terms of coding its pretty advanced.. Proceed after reading this warning if you choose to do so...

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This flash will make the transmission run smoother, gear change will be more precise and crisp, rev match downshift is unbelievable, rev limiter is increased and overall driveability is increased. You will have a new indicator for gear selection in D mode which display D1, D2, D3 ,D4, D5 and in DS mode you will see S1, S2, S3, S4, S5 and the same for the M mode. This single flash will make the car change gears more refined and crisp. You will no longer feel the lurching when the tranny shifts and it goes through the gears without even the slightest hesitation. It is indeed a must have flash if you own a E9x with a N54 engine...


This Alpina TCU flash works for model years 3/07 till present N54/N55 engine (some N55 engines which are rare, exhibit the rpms jumping down to zero on each shift but acts normal in every other way..This can be addressed if you update your DME version if you have this erratic rpm issue after flash). If your production date is before 3/07, your out of luck and cant flash your car! Before you attempt this you should have some knowledge in coding and setting software. You need to confirm INPA software is working and communicating with car. If you dont have INPA communicating, dont move beyond this point and go back and do some more research on getting it to work.. There are plenty of DIY guides for setting up INPA, Ediabas, NCSexpert and WinKFP,


You can purchase a proven cable that works...Please dont ask will this one work as it is cheaper if so.. Buy one that is proven and it will save you alot of headaches!

http://www.one-stop-electronics.com/...&product_id=16



Once you have configured your laptop properly with INPA, NCSexpert and WinKFP, you need to download Spdaten 53.0 which I have provided a link to download a condensed form for the strict purpose of this Alpina flash. The link for the SPdaten 53.0 is not the entire version and doesnt have the other data files needed to flash other modules if you need them, this is strictly for Alpina flash which makes the download much quicker...If you have any quesitons, call or text me 1917-939-4980 or even email me Ccnoner@aol.com or need assistance to remote flash it

https://www.dropbox.com/s/sb0bm1he0j7hto9/53.0.rar


Follow the guide how to import the SPdaten 53.0 data into Winkfp by downloading the PDF I have provided below..Once you have the data imported into Winkfp then you need to configure the Winkfp..follwo this:




Once Winkfp is configured correctly your ready to begin the flash of your new Alpina B3 software into your car!!


IMPORTANT..For those using Procede or JB4 make sure the tune is set to VALET map 0 before you start the flash..

Here we go:

-Make sure your battery is good if not get a battery charger

-Open drivers door and turn ignition ON (cluster guage on) Basically hit the start button twice without starting car..

-connect cable to obd connector of car

-Load Winkpf software

-Press (F1) comfort mode

-Press (F3) Update ZUSB

-Choose ECU GKE215

-Press (F2) Choose ZUSB

-Choose ECU GKE215 and next to it there will be ZB-Numbers..Find 7615835

-Click ok

-If you have done it correctly so far you will see at the top Assembly Identification number 7615835 (Alpina software ) and it will automatically reference 7591971

-Press (F4) Enter VIN ( make sure you double check you have entered the correct VIN numbers)

-click ok

-Press DONE (F8)

-Press (F3) Program

-Pop up window will say you can code the ECU 63 more times, click ok

-Flashing begins and you will have to wait till it reaches 100% twice..The first bar will finish rather quickly and then another bar progress of 100% will take about 3-4 minutes
the most and it will be completed...


-If everything is done correctly, then you will get a pop up screen saying programming done, click ok

-Shut off car by taking key out. Lock car with key, wait 5 minutes and start the car..If everything works correctly you will not
have any warning signs or check engine lights...Enjoy your newly transformed AT Alpina B3 software

NOTE::::::

For newer build cars after the flash the paddle shifters no longer works...If this is the case you would follow part II of this DIY..

Alpina B3 flash Part II: DIY for NOT-working paddles shifters after flash


Alpina B3 flash Part II: DIY for NOT working paddles after flash

The Alpina B3 flash has been a huge success so far for performance gains as well as fixing many issues that has plagued the N54 platform for years. It has undoubtedly given the performance gains in which everyone could enjoy. The only minor glitch during the flashing was on new model years in which once the car is flashed the paddle shifters now longer worked, unlike the earlier build model years which didn't exhibit this. This was quite bothersome to me so I had to find a fix as it seemed unthinkable it wouldn't work. Here is your solution!


You guys need to use NCSexpert and have the latest SPdaten 49.3 or even 48.1 loaded up to both NCSexpert and Ediabas. There are tons of literature on this so do a search on it. If you not comfortable doing this or the actual coding, you can find a local coder and pay to have this coded....


Warning: If you dont have the Spdaten 48.1 or 49.3 updated correctly into Ediabas and NCSexpert, after doing this coding the car will be Dead and show a gear warning on cluster but this can be fixed by correctly updating the NCSexpert...


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Here is what you do:

0-Start ignition with cluster lights on

1-Load NCSexpert

2-File Use EXPERTMODE profile and click ok

3-(F1) Vin/ZCS/FA

4-(F3) SG ausw

5-Choose E89 chassis click ok

6-Choose CAS click ok

7-(F6) Back

8-Choose ECU and pick EGS

9-Press F3 (execute JOB)

10-After it says coding ended your done!

11-Close out NCSexpert

At this point 3 things can happen:


**A)There are no errors and the car starts fine and the paddle shifters are working and your happy!

**B)The car starts but then when you drive off, the shifting of gears are all screwy and changing incorrectly.

**C)The car starts but you get the dreaded GEAR error and it wont even go into drive at all..
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If you have either B or C then you issue is the update of the Spdaten 48.1 or 49.3 was incorrectly done...Go back and check installation and start again

Reverting back to stock software...

Anyone that wants to go back to stock software for whatever reason, its really simple to do...Follow the same procedure and choose 7601492 as the ZB number instead of the 7615835 (alpina software zb number).


Have fun modding!

 

[vincent]

intresting post! so far, thanks for the sharing, kindly update more , so what s the current state ?