[JunkyardDogg]

So I'm still under warranty and I don't want the dealer to say anything, but I've been contemplating a Cobb tune without any other mods. Is it a worthwhile mod on stock? I just plan to disconnect when I take it to the dealer.

[mmorrismm]

Very much worth it. It will wake up your car like you would not belive. And if you can get 93-94 octane you can run agressive tune. Gotta warn you though this is where the mod bug will get you. Next will be Downpipes, Intercooler, Intake till you get to Full Bolt on status. Modding is very addictive.

Regarding the dealer. Yea the beauty of Cobb is ability to unis tall in seconds and put back to a stock tune. Cobb also has valet so if a valet or someone nerds to use your car it tunes it way down and will not rev very high.





QUOTE=JunkyardDogg;16568627]So I'm still under warranty and I don't want the dealer to say anything, but I've been contemplating a Cobb tune without any other mods. Is it a worthwhile mod on stock? I just plan to disconnect when I take it to the dealer.[/QUOTE]

[MasterYoda]

Originally Posted by JunkyardDogg

So I'm still under warranty and I don't want the dealer to say anything, but I've been contemplating a Cobb tune without any other mods. Is it a worthwhile mod on stock? I just plan to disconnect when I take it to the dealer.

Definitely. That's all I'm running. I plan on adding an ETS FMIC this fall. Go for a Cobb Protune from ProTuningFreaks. You will not be dissapointed

[DerekGates]

Originally Posted by MasterYoda

Definitely. That's all I'm running. I plan on adding an ETS FMIC this fall. Go for a Cobb Protune from ProTuningFreaks. You will not be dissapointed

This.

I purchased a Protune from PTF and the car is beyond what I expected. The results are practically a 'new car' due to how fast and smooth it is. The N54 is an amazing engine.

Keep in mind that while a COBB will enhance the car without any other mods, the stock FMIC is quite undersized and the car will start pulling back the power after the stock FMIC heatsoaks. You can witness this by watching the Charge Temp; ideal is <= 100*F (really, lower is better). The stock unit on my car would hit over 130 after one pull. I purchased a COBB stepped FMIC and it rarely hits 130* unless I am running the car extremely hard in the middle of a summer day. It keeps the car happy.

[Asian Sensatian]

I've been thinking about the cobb tune too, just bought my car and still owe a good chunk on it, don't want anything bad to happen already lol..

[JunkyardDogg]

Wow you guys really convinced me now. I'd be scared about overheating though on a stock fmic. Will the temps hit that high on all maps or just aggressive? I get 93 octane here in nj no problem.

[335isHawaii]

Hello Everyone

I recently got a 2012 335is with less than 3,000 miles.

I have driven other 3 series before, but the 335is definitely feel like the "ultimate driving machine", car is a dream, absolutely love driving the thing, steering feel, handling and exhaust note are the best features of the car, not to mention the brutal acceleration once the turbos kick in . ''

[SCCThree]

Nice IS. Only 3k miles!

[Asian Sensatian]

Mine:




















HDR:

[BMOEW]

I love my car definitely a head turner. Don't debage an IS it's
Special

[BMOEW]

Originally Posted by Asian Sensatian

Mine:




















HDR:

Aw FTW. Same combo but
Coral red. Enjoy it man and welcome

[///ADMAN]

Never understood why BMW put such bland looking brakes on this model.

[ashmostro]

More importantly, the fact that they are sliding calipers makes them feel absolutely horrible. Really bad brake feel out of the box... even after a proper gravity bleed.

Stoptech BBK fixed all that

[Asian Sensatian]

Originally Posted by BMOEW

Aw FTW. Same combo but
Coral red. Enjoy it man and welcome

Thanks! That's he only thing I wish I had different but I can't complain. Loving this car!

[JunkyardDogg]

Is anyone running size 255/35/19 tires in the rear? The tires that I want don't come in the oem 255/30/19 size. Will going with the 35's be an issue? I asked a rep from tire rack and he said to just pick a different tire.

[Asian Sensatian]

Originally Posted by JunkyardDogg

Is anyone running size 255/35/19 tires in the rear? The tires that I want don't come in the oem 255/30/19 size. Will going with the 35's be an issue? I asked a rep from tire rack and he said to just pick a different tire.

I have 255/35/18 in the rear, no problems

[mmorrismm]

You can also do 265/30/19 and 275/30/19
That's what I plan to do when I move away from RFT's.

Originally Posted by JunkyardDogg

Is anyone running size 255/35/19 tires in the rear? The tires that I want don't come in the oem 255/30/19 size. Will going with the 35's be an issue? I asked a rep from tire rack and he said to just pick a different tire.

[11LMBiSTT]

So I just put on a Performance exhaust with no other mods but a DCI and I don't like the sound at all compared to the original iS exhaust. Its actually tamer believe it or not. It almost purrs similar to a stock 370z or g37s but not as loud. No more gurgles and pops, barely. I am very disappointed. Will have to slap my DP's back on and see if I like it then. Sigh.

[///ADMAN]

I doubt you'll even notice the difference...
+1 on just going with a wider tire.

[11LMBiSTT]

Originally Posted by ///ADMAN

I doubt you'll even notice the difference...

What are you referring to? The tire size or RFT to non? Or my PE post?

*edit* nvm you clarified.

[///ADMAN]

Fixed.

[mmorrismm]

Wow no kidding, Yes you have to love the 'is' exhaust. Bout the best OEM I have ever heard. I am dealing with to much rasp on mine after putting catless down pipes on. So debating if catted down pipes will make a difference or not.

Cobb just released there N54 catted down piples and they look awesome with 200 CEL cats.

Does anyone think it is worth trying these vs the catless?

Thanks,

Originally Posted by illistt

So I just put on a Performance exhaust with no other mods but a DCI and I don't like the sound at all compared to the original iS exhaust. Its actually tamer believe it or not. It almost purrs similar to a stock 370z or g37s but not as loud. No more gurgles and pops, barely. I am very disappointed. Will have to slap my DP's back on and see if I like it then. Sigh.