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JB+ or JB4 for Stage 1?
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12-29-2017, 02:59 AM | #1 |
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JB+ or JB4 for Stage 1?
Hello all, I've been researching the market for a tune and don't know whether to go with JB stage 1 or get the full JB4. I have an afe stage 2 intake which probably has me making 300 hp so I'm looking for a tune that'll take me to 350-370 hp. I highly doubt I'll add any more performance bolt ons besides the intake (car came with a DINAN exhaust). Which of the two should I go with? There's also the option to get my car custom tuned for around 250 but not sure what the hp gains are from that.
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12-29-2017, 04:31 PM | #3 |
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JB+ is just a boos scalar, not a tune. It raises boost 3-5 psi. That's it.
If it's between JB+ and JB4 just go with JB4, a lot more control, functionality, features and power potential. |
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12-29-2017, 08:56 PM | #4 |
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I just installed a JB+ on my son's 335xi (2010) along with a Burger (Phoenix) charge pipe. We put the JB+ on 100% (purchased it second hand).
Love it. No codes. Noticeable power increase. Have no reference to any other mods. Couldn't be happier. On the other hand, I am still reading all of the threads covering the higher level mods..... |
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12-29-2017, 09:25 PM | #5 |
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JB4 is a fun starter tune with a lot of features, and unlike flash maps, includes resale value.
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12-30-2017, 02:34 PM | #7 |
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Would I be able to use JB4 Map 2 with just the intake?
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12-30-2017, 03:09 PM | #8 |
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JB4 has a Map 5 which auto-adjusts based on conditions: your other mods, air temps, etc. All I have is an intake and JB4 and I am getting around 15psi on Map 5 with cool air temps. I am very happy with it, and it is waaay smoother than the JB+. I started with the JB+ and outgrew it in two months.
IMO, the JB4 is worth it alone for the simple fact that you are also getting a code reader (if you dont already have one). I love knowing why my Service Engine Soon light comes on, and whether it is something worth taking the car to a mechanic for. If its not, clear the codes with the JB4 and move on with your life. Its great. |
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If you dont have more than $199 to spend on mods, JB+ offers a lot of value for the price
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