Launching the 335d

neovb · 09-07-2011, 06:24 PM

Hey all,

I've never actually tried launching the 335d from a stop. Usually I just work the gas pedal to make sure I dont lose traction in 1st (or 2nd). I would think that holding the brake while bringing the RPMs up to 2500ish (and then letting go) may work.

Anyone have any experience?

DieselDiner · 09-07-2011, 07:11 PM

There are a few diesel heads that have strip experience with the car, so hopefully they will chime in. I *think* second gear starts are the preferred method, but I can't remember what I've read. If you're in the mood to search around, poster Ron1n has done some strip work.

SomeRandomer123 · 09-08-2011, 09:20 AM

Did a 2nd gear WOT from stop from idle in the '30d. Was very quick and no traction loss but the road was excellent and on a very slight incline - obviously aiding RWD. It was warm too.

Ron1n · 09-08-2011, 10:23 AM

Brake boost to 2k RPM (with DSC off) and let fly. Do it in DS or manual. Be prepared to shift quickly if you want the optimal experience (for 1st and 2nd, 4k is the best time to shift, as that's where the greatest amount of torque..there is a slight loss after, and it is noticeable when shifting). It takes some practice, but once you get it down, it's a blast.

If 1st goes too fast for you to shift, try a 2nd gear launch instead.

hotrod182 · 09-24-2011, 11:03 PM

My runs were all 2nd gear launches, and brake boosting between 2000-2500 rpm. Traction control off. I just let the car shift by itself in the manual mode..but I don't think mine goes to redline anyways.

cssnms · 09-25-2011, 08:27 AM

Brake boost in M2, DS launches in 1st. Better times starting in M2.

GlobalHobo · 09-26-2011, 10:29 PM

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Originally Posted by hotrod182

My runs were all 2nd gear launches, and brake boosting between 2000-2500 rpm. Traction control off. I just let the car shift by itself in the manual mode..but I don't think mine goes to redline anyways.

This is what works for me.

335D2009Man · 11-11-2012, 09:58 PM

Everytime i launch in M2 with brake boosting it always shifts it back into 1st when it takes off? anyone getting this problem? is it because i pushed the pedal down until it clicks?

FormerRotor · 11-17-2012, 11:56 AM

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Originally Posted by 335D2009Man

Everytime i launch in M2 with brake boosting it always shifts it back into 1st when it takes off? anyone getting this problem? is it because i pushed the pedal down until it clicks?

Yup; don't kick-down the kick-down and you'll be all set.

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neovb Private 13 Rep 79 Posts Drives: 2011 BMW 335d Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Arlington, VA iTrader: (1)	Launching the 335d Hey all, I've never actually tried launching the 335d from a stop. Usually I just work the gas pedal to make sure I dont lose traction in 1st (or 2nd). I would think that holding the brake while bringing the RPMs up to 2500ish (and then letting go) may work. Anyone have any experience?
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DieselDiner Lieutenant Colonel 505 Rep 1,614 Posts Drives: 335d Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Home iTrader: (2)	There are a few diesel heads that have strip experience with the car, so hopefully they will chime in. I think second gear starts are the preferred method, but I can't remember what I've read. If you're in the mood to search around, poster Ron1n has done some strip work.
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SomeRandomer123 Colonel 328 Rep 2,612 Posts Drives: F30 328i Luxury - Sport Auto Join Date: May 2011 Location: Lancashire, North West England, UK iTrader: (0)	Did a 2nd gear WOT from stop from idle in the '30d. Was very quick and no traction loss but the road was excellent and on a very slight incline - obviously aiding RWD. It was warm too. __________________ Gone: 2006 BMW E60 520d SE 6MT Gone: 2009 BMW E90-LCI 330d SE 6MT Current: 2012 F30 328i Luxury 8AT On Order: 2015 Audi A6 Avant Ultra, Black Edition (sorry!)
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Ron1n Speed Demon 222 Rep 3,690 Posts Drives: 2021 M5C Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Irvine iTrader: (6) Garage List 2021 M5 Competition [0.00] 2016 BMW 550i [0.00] 2011 335is [0.00] 2009 E93 M3 [10.00] 2010 335d [9.50]	Brake boost to 2k RPM (with DSC off) and let fly. Do it in DS or manual. Be prepared to shift quickly if you want the optimal experience (for 1st and 2nd, 4k is the best time to shift, as that's where the greatest amount of torque..there is a slight loss after, and it is noticeable when shifting). It takes some practice, but once you get it down, it's a blast. If 1st goes too fast for you to shift, try a 2nd gear launch instead. __________________ Current: '21 M5C, '15 X6 50i Previous: '18 M550i, '16 550i, '11 335is, '09 E93 M3 DCT, '10 E90 335d, '07 E90 328i
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hotrod182 . 1009 Rep 4,028 Posts Drives: 2023 i4 M50 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: California iTrader: (0)	My runs were all 2nd gear launches, and brake boosting between 2000-2500 rpm. Traction control off. I just let the car shift by itself in the manual mode..but I don't think mine goes to redline anyways. __________________ 2011 Alpine 335d M-Sport 12.34 @ 110.48mph 2019 i3s Terra, 2008 Black 335i Sedan. 11.11@ 129.47 mph 2008 Monaco Blue JB3 2.0 335i Coupe. 11.33 @ 132.77 mph, 60-130mph: 6.95 seconds 2023 i4 M50 11.48 @ 121.56mph, 3.43 0-60 (dragy)
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cssnms Brigadier General 219 Rep 3,174 Posts Drives: 2011 BMW 335d Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Murland iTrader: (4)	Brake boost in M2, DS launches in 1st. Better times starting in M2.
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335D2009Man New Member 0 Rep 5 Posts Drives: 2009 335D Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Mamaroneck new york iTrader: (0)	Everytime i launch in M2 with brake boosting it always shifts it back into 1st when it takes off? anyone getting this problem? is it because i pushed the pedal down until it clicks?
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