What turbo upgrade have you done and are you happy with it

Jnat · 07-04-2015, 08:55 AM

I'm in the beginning stages of thinking about a turbo upgrade and i'm looking for all and any feedback from those that have done it already, are in the same boat as me or other. What type of feddback am i looking for, any and all@!

Bme30 · 07-04-2015, 10:14 AM

I have the fftec900 (6466) and LOVE IT!!!!!! The car is just amazing to drive!!

robc1976 · 07-04-2015, 11:29 PM

VM 6466 and love it!

135Pats · 07-06-2015, 10:03 AM

MOTIV 3586 Tial. Pretty darn happy with it.

mike@x-ph.com · 07-06-2015, 12:58 PM

Depends on your power goals.
If you want max power, get a single turbo . Lots of good options available , 3 already mentioned in this post.
If you want faster power delivery for a fun daily driver, get the RB turbos.
Keep in mind that because you have AT, you want to keep torque below 550

335NJ · 07-06-2015, 01:13 PM

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Originally Posted by robc1976

VM 6466 and love it!

I'd certainly hope so, that's gotta be the prettiest snail I've ever seen.

robc1976 · 07-06-2015, 02:41 PM

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Originally Posted by 335NJ

I'd certainly hope so, that's gotta be the prettiest snail I've ever seen.

I appreciate that.

robc1976 · 07-06-2015, 02:44 PM

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Originally Posted by mike@x-ph.com

Depends on your power goals.
If you want max power, get a single turbo . Lots of good options available , 3 already mentioned in this post.
If you want faster power delivery for a fun daily driver, get the RB turbos.
Keep in mind that because you have AT, you want to keep torque below 550

Terry has some be firmware and my 6466 is damn near spooling like RB's, its instant

335NJ · 07-06-2015, 03:01 PM

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Originally Posted by robc1976

Terry has some be firmware and my 6466 is damn near spooling like RB's, its instant

I'm on mobile, but it looks like you're hitting your target peak boost in only 5-600RPM?! If that's right, that's insane.

robc1976 · 07-06-2015, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by 335NJ

I'm on mobile, but it looks like you're hitting your target peak boost in only 5-600RPM?! If that's right, that's insane.

no lol, try around 2200, I was stupid abd hit it then let off then hit again because a idiot got in front of me lol! Here is log before new firmware (a bit slower spool but still fast), New stuff spools way faster.

335NJ · 07-06-2015, 03:48 PM

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Originally Posted by robc1976

no lol, try around 2200, I was stupid abd hit it then let off then hit again because a idiot got in front of me lol! Here is log before new firmware (a bit slower spool but still fast), New stuff spools way faster.

That makes more sense

Give_Em_The_DD · 07-06-2015, 06:58 PM

RBs + TFT inlets- love the combo- extremely fast spool, and the power doesn't taper off at redline.

whosdady · 07-06-2015, 07:53 PM

I couldn't be any happier with my RB evos. They have serious low end tq with lightning quick spooling. Not to mention plenty of top end power. My goal is 750rwhp once I get PI.

I've already upgraded my axles and installed a larger radiator with a larger tranny cooler. I also have the Alpina flash. Unfortunately this will not be enough...

n54gte · 07-06-2015, 08:08 PM

auto tranny? i'd go with rb/stage 2+. single turbo in an auto is just weird to me lol

robc1976 · 07-06-2015, 08:20 PM

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Originally Posted by n54gte

auto tranny? i'd go with rb/stage 2+. single turbo in an auto is just weird to me lol

single turbo is easier on the tranny that twins due to torque curve. Auto Will always be faster than manual until shift bog is figured out.

deltalima0 · 07-06-2015, 10:28 PM

RBs with TFT inlets, more than happy with it and I daily drive her. I am fast with a quick spool.

Brule · 07-08-2015, 06:07 AM

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Originally Posted by whosdady

I couldn't be any happier with my RB evos. They have serious low end tq with lightning quick spooling. Not to mention plenty of top end power. My goal is 750rwhp once I get PI.

I've already upgraded my axles and installed a larger radiator with a larger tranny cooler. I also have the Alpina flash. Unfortunately this will not be enough...

Have you got the same set-up that's pictured everywhere? Hows spool compared to normal rbs? Are you going to get any data of your setup?

Jnat · 07-08-2015, 06:57 AM

I'm thinking RB right now, seems to offer what i'm looking for. I'd go single if money were'nt an object but it is so.

scottp999 · 07-08-2015, 07:35 AM

Rob Beck Turbos - My car is an occasional weekend car, and the RBs are fantastic in terms of hitting about 480whp conservatively for a fun time with no need for clutch, diff bushing, or axle upgrades.

whosdady · 07-08-2015, 08:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Brule

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Originally Posted by whosdady

I couldn't be any happier with my RB evos. They have serious low end tq with lightning quick spooling. Not to mention plenty of top end power. My goal is 750rwhp once I get PI.

I've already upgraded my axles and installed a larger radiator with a larger tranny cooler. I also have the Alpina flash. Unfortunately this will not be enough...

Have you got the same set-up that's pictured everywhere? Hows spool compared to normal rbs? Are you going to get any data of your setup?

My set up is different. (I was the original tester) Spool is like stock. I will be getting some data out soon. I've done a lot of other modifications since the install and ran into some problems with another manufacturer. (My axles)

My car feels amazing. If I had to do it over again regardless of cost, (turbo wise) I would change nothing.

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Give_Em_The_DD Banned 260 Rep 1,084 Posts Drives: 2010 black 335xi coupe Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: IL iTrader: (2)	RBs + TFT inlets- love the combo- extremely fast spool, and the power doesn't taper off at redline.
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whosdady Major 136 Rep 1,075 Posts Drives: 335i Coupe Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: STL iTrader: (10)	I couldn't be any happier with my RB evos. They have serious low end tq with lightning quick spooling. Not to mention plenty of top end power. My goal is 750rwhp once I get PI. I've already upgraded my axles and installed a larger radiator with a larger tranny cooler. I also have the Alpina flash. Unfortunately this will not be enough...
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