[gaza01]

I've been doing some reading but can't decide if I should get it done or not. Currently have JB4 and DCIs fitted and soon to get my dps installed. I also have a LSD.

What can i expect? Would it really be worth the money? Let me hear your experiences.

[PR3CI5N]

Originally Posted by gaza01

I've been doing some reading but can't decide if I should get it done or not. Currently have JB4 and DCIs fitted and soon to get my dps installed. I also have a LSD.

What can i expect? Would it really be worth the money? Let me hear your experiences.

It cost me $125 to get the flash which included unlimited coding so yes it's worth the money. Once you get your DP's installed I'd highly recommend the flash because it helps with timing drops post shift. I had doubts like you but get the flash and you'll see.

[windymissile]

Are you close to Makkan? You could give it a go and see how you feel with it. It's always reversible.
I think it's superb. Transforms the drive. The changes are so much smoother and quicker.

WM

[M4rius]

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=874072

it's quite simple process, just try it

[windymissile]

Originally Posted by M4rius

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=874072

it's quite simple process, just try it

Agreed. But the cost of the cable is prohibitive for just the single flash job.

WM

[BI9J]

How much is this?

[-Ju-]

I think the majority of people who've had it done would say it's a must tbh, me included. D does change up a little earlier, which may not be to everyone's taste but I like it, S and manual modes really do show off how good the gearbox and engine combination can be even though it's a normal auto. Quick changes and perfect rev matching, the car feels like it's chomping at the bit to fly when provoked!
I've had 3 dsg equipped cars and the Alpina flash brings it up to almost dsg levels of quickness.
Its also nice to see the gear you are in at all times.
I bought a lead and did the flash myself, a little scary but actually straight forward with various guides on the net

[M4rius]

Originally Posted by windymissile

Agreed. But the cost of the cable is prohibitive for just the single flash job.

WM

No it's not, as it's the same cable you use for fault scanning and codding . I did quote a few m3 smg's and it's basically same shit as alpina flash

[gaza01]

M4rius
Thanks for the heads up. Will defo look into this.

Ju
My issue is that i dont want to use DS all the time so want D to have a bit of eagerness about itself as well. Suppose ideal for me is D stay as it is and DS and M get the flash!

Lol...i aint picky...honest!!

[-Ju-]

I believe there is a "sport" flash as well if the Alpina doesn't suit. I've no experience of that though as I'm more than happy with the Alpina

[Sparky68]

As Nike say "Just do It"

[gaza01]

Originally Posted by Sparky68

As Nike say "Just do It"

May just have to get it done then. One of those 'suck it and see' ones!!

[windymissile]

Originally Posted by M4rius

No it's not, as it's the same cable you use for fault scanning and codding . I did quote a few m3 smg's and it's basically same shit as alpina flash

So you are agreeing with me..... but you're not..?

I never saw the op mention anything other than the Alpina flash.

WM

[makkan00]

Originally Posted by gaza01

I've been doing some reading but can't decide if I should get it done or not. Currently have JB4 and DCIs fitted and soon to get my dps installed. I also have a LSD.

What can i expect? Would it really be worth the money? Let me hear your experiences.

You have spend a lot on your car bud. You could have opted for it when you were with me and if you did not like, I could have reverted it.

But give it at least 2 -4 weeks to see the real comparison.

[makkan00]

Originally Posted by windymissile

Are you close to Makkan? You could give it a go and see how you feel with it. It's always reversible.
I think it's superb. Transforms the drive. The changes are so much smoother and quicker.

WM

Thanks WM, always appreciate your kind words.

[gaza01]

Originally Posted by makkan00

You have spend a lot on your car bud. You could have opted for it when you were with me and if you did not like, I could have reverted it.

But give it at least 2 -4 weeks to see the real comparison.

Mak
I wasnt sure about it at the time as i explained. Im still not sure but i think i'll bite the bullet and see. I'll be in touch to organise a date when is convenient for you.

[Edinnit]

Would this flash be recognised by bmw if you took it in for any warranty work?
Or wouldnt they batter an eyelid if its an alpina thing?

[col2611]

Originally Posted by Edinnit

Would this flash be recognised by bmw if you took it in for any warranty work?
Or wouldnt they batter an eyelid if its an alpina thing?

This is something I would also like to know. Because I am seriously thinking about the flash then a jb4 in the future

[AYEDEE]

Hurry up and do it it's a must have!

[markymark34]

Trying to get this done over in NI, happy to pay someone to do it as i don't have the cable but can't find anyone to do it here.
Any cheap places to get the cable in the UK?

[themanthatcan]

I had the Alpina for several months and to be honest now I've gone back to standard I don't actually miss it.

I now have a useable D mode that doesn't change up 5 gears in the space of 5 seconds. I was constantly using Manual mode to change gear when I wanted. The gear shifts in the standard manual mode also don't seem any slower than the Aplina..certainly not noticeably anyway.

[gaza01]

Originally Posted by themanthatcan

I had the Alpina for several months and to be honest now I've gone back to standard I don't actually miss it.

I now have a useable D mode that doesn't change up 5 gears in the space of 5 seconds. I was constantly using Manual mode to change gear when I wanted. The gear shifts in the standard manual mode also don't seem any slower than the Aplina..certainly not noticeably anyway.

This is what im concerned but i will still try it and see! Its reversible so worst case i'll just revert back to normal!!