Should I attempt to do install myself?

maxihari · 10-02-2019, 12:15 PM

What do you guys think:
RWD e90:
Turbo stage 1, DV and Inlet tube install.
Amateur skills.

My original installer can't do it, shops are either super expensive or far.

Kinda stuck... Almost wanna say, fcuk it, lift the sucker and start working.

(another problem - no you tube videos)
DYI are pieced together and not in full detail..

Supermoon · 10-02-2019, 12:27 PM

TheGoodTheBadTheUgly · 10-02-2019, 12:52 PM

You have a RWD so already your job is much easier than our bulky xDrive cars.

I would say that if you have time and don't need to use the car right now, attempt it. It shouldn't be that hard if you are patient and take your time to understand what to do!

Just make sure you have the proper tools for that job because if you don't, then it is a whole different story.

maxihari · 10-02-2019, 02:49 PM

@ Supermoon - link is F30, X, Stage 2 turbo. Prob can follow along up to a point? Appreciate it still

@ I could probably do a weekend - week without it. Am sure that would suffice.. Pictures and labeling etc.

Turbod · 10-02-2019, 09:34 PM

I didn't know what I was doing when I took on the PS2 install. The PS1 is easier aside from disassembling the turbo to install the new compressor side. If you feel confident with that part then I say go for it.

cranelec · 10-15-2019, 07:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Turbod

I didn't know what I was doing when I took on the PS2 install. The PS1 is easier aside from disassembling the turbo to install the new compressor side. If you feel confident with that part then I say go for it.

I agree with Turbod. I went the PS2, FMIC, DV, and down pipe route two summers ago & it was a nightmare.
Why it sucked?
- My car is AWD. I did it on four jack stands in my driveway. It absolutely sucked.
- No garage. Always at the mercy of the weather.
- Foolishly believed that performance parts suppliers actually kept stock on hand. Spent seven weeks waiting for all the parts to arrive

The scope of your project (PS1 RWD) should be pretty easy provided you have a garage or live in the southwest.

DiFFv1 · 10-30-2019, 06:55 AM

Be ready for any uncontrollable issues, And make sure you have everything for the job all the way down to the oil,oil filters and coolant. Took me 3 days (in between working) to completely install the kit i purchased. Good Luck bro

Chris1337 · 10-31-2019, 12:31 AM

Make sure you replace all seals you remove as well. That way if and when they go bad you don't need to bust a mission. Just preventative maintenance

Vulcan50 · 10-31-2019, 01:33 AM

I went stage 1 turbo, and fbo on jack stands. It's not nearly as bad as everyone makes it out to be. Fortunately I wasn't dependent on the car, with kids I could only do bits at a time

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TheGoodTheBadTheUgly Captain 287 Rep 692 Posts Drives: 2011 E90 335i xDrive Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Gatineau iTrader: (0)	You have a RWD so already your job is much easier than our bulky xDrive cars. I would say that if you have time and don't need to use the car right now, attempt it. It shouldn't be that hard if you are patient and take your time to understand what to do! Just make sure you have the proper tools for that job because if you don't, then it is a whole different story. __________________ TOTALED \| 2011 E90 335i xDrive - BMS Cold Air Intake - ETS Charge Pipe - ETS 7" FMIC - MHD Stage 2+ - GFB DV+ - PE Mod - VRSF Catless Downpipe - xDelete - xHP Stage 3 2015 E84 X1 35i M-Sport
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maxihari Second Lieutenant 47 Rep 265 Posts Drives: 2011 335i MSport 6spd Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Chicago iTrader: (0)	@ Supermoon - link is F30, X, Stage 2 turbo. Prob can follow along up to a point? Appreciate it still @ I could probably do a weekend - week without it. Am sure that would suffice.. Pictures and labeling etc. __________________ 2011 MSport 6spd FBO, Pure Stage 1, JB4, and MHD - custom tune
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Turbod Major 400 Rep 1,210 Posts Drives: 2014 E84 X1 35i M Sport Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Oregon iTrader: (0)	I didn't know what I was doing when I took on the PS2 install. The PS1 is easier aside from disassembling the turbo to install the new compressor side. If you feel confident with that part then I say go for it. __________________ 2011 E92 335i \| 11.7@125 SOLD 2017 Camaro SS \| 12.7@114 SOLD 2019 Audi TT RS \| 10.5@130 SOLD 2020 F97 X3M \| 11.0@123 2023 G80 M3 xDrive
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DiFFv1 Captain 93 Rep 627 Posts Drives: 335i l 328xi l X5M Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Hell's Kitchen iTrader: (0)	Be ready for any uncontrollable issues, And make sure you have everything for the job all the way down to the oil,oil filters and coolant. Took me 3 days (in between working) to completely install the kit i purchased. Good Luck bro __________________ "Proud Waitress At Gapplebees"
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Chris1337 First Lieutenant 30 Rep 290 Posts Drives: 2012 e92 335i Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Miami, FL iTrader: (0)	Make sure you replace all seals you remove as well. That way if and when they go bad you don't need to bust a mission. Just preventative maintenance
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Vulcan50 Captain 434 Rep 780 Posts Drives: e92 335i Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Peoria, IL iTrader: (0)	I went stage 1 turbo, and fbo on jack stands. It's not nearly as bad as everyone makes it out to be. Fortunately I wasn't dependent on the car, with kids I could only do bits at a time
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