[venom3469]

Ok, so I'm very new to this forum and I was trying to get some good opinions on what to do. I actually don't have a BMW yet but I was planning on purchasing a 2007 BMW 335i. I was looking for a fast affordable luxury car with ok gas millage. Any way to cut to the point I'm selling my supercharged mustang and R6 to buy a 335i. (R6 sales money goes to all mods)

NX NITROUS PROTON FLY BY WIRE NITROUS SYSTEM W/ 10LB BOTTLE- $541.91

10-15LB HEAVY DUTY FULLY AUTOMATIC BOTTLE HEATER (D-4) 14AMPS- $247.41

Maximizer 3 Progressive Nitrous Controller- $369.99

NITROUS PURGE SYSTEM W/ D-4 MANIFOLD- $128.84

AUTOMATIC REMOTE BOTTLE OPENER- $268.87

Ultimate Racing High-Flow Catless Downpipes-
$676.95

cp-e™ BMW 135i/335i Core™ Front Mount Intercooler- $948.00

JB4 PNP (N54 Stage 3)- $479.00

Injen SP-Series Cold Air Intake- $395.60
Sub-Total $4,056.57
Taxes $283.96
Total $4,340.53

This is just a list I came up with doing some research. I still have a lot to research to do but was hoping for your input to clear up some things. I am still looking for an exhaust system that I like that's why its not on the list yet.

Thank you for reading I'm looking forward to your responses!

[werke-t]

what are your power goals? 400WHP? 500WHP?

Why run nos when you can run meth instead?

You should also read up on the tuning options before you jump the gun.

-Travis

[venom3469]

My goal is about 450WRHP. I have done very little research on meth vs nos. I know about nos with its pros and cons. If you could explain to me why meth over nos I would greatly appreciate it. Also I have done some research with tunes like Cobb, Dinan, JB, and some others. I think that the JB4 is the best bang for your buck. I am very open to opinions so I wont mind rebuttals...

[venom3469]

Wish there were more replies...

[Syndicategt]

Tune dual cone intake meth for about $2000 and 125 hp. FMIC and downpipes will add another 30-40 hp but will cost another $1500-2000.

[venom3469]

JW but some tuners say they give you 80-100 rwhp and meth kits like 100 I think (just started doing research on meth). Thats like 180-200 hp for under 2k that is ridiculous.

[venom3469]

I see people with tunes and meth kits with other bolt-ons claiming under 200 hp gains it just doesn't add up to me..

[Brian135i]

You can get a Procede V5 tune, AR downpipes, ETS FMIC, any meth kit and a intake for about $3000 dollars or less. With that you will be at around 420-440whp.

[venom3469]

Originally Posted by Brian135i

You can get a Procede V5 tune, AR downpipes, ETS FMIC, any meth kit and a intake for about $3000 dollars or less. With that you will be at around 420-440whp.

Thanks, that helps a lot...I think Ill be looking more into the methanol option now instead of NOS.

Also what is the HP integrity rating for these E90 motors?

[Brian135i]

Originally Posted by venom3469

Thanks, that helps a lot...I think Ill be looking more into the methanol option now instead of NOS.

Also what is the HP integrity rating for these E90 motors?

The HP rating on these N54 motors are unknown. Some people have Dynoed well over 500whp with nitrous or upgraded turbos.

[venom3469]

Good to know. It's kinda cool not knowing what the true potential of these motors are but also scary.

I have a friend since high school we have been messing with our cars to see who has the faster nicer car. Good friendly game to push each other to achieve more hp out of our cars. Anyway he has a 07 CTS-V now and im looking to get this 335i and racing him stock for stock. (I think a close race) Then mod vs mod. Hopefull, it will be the bimmer on top!

[MKE_M3]

chech out Vishnu's new meth, dual cone intake, tune setup (under $2k and you should have ~400WHP). downpipes, exhaust, intercooler should get you the rest you are looking for.

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=527169

I think you'll find a lot of people who really respect waht Vishnu produces, including myself.

[venom3469]

Originally Posted by jdemetry

chech out Vishnu's new meth, dual cone intake, tune setup (under $2k and you should have ~400WHP). downpipes, exhaust, intercooler should get you the rest you are looking for.

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=527169

I think you'll find a lot of people who really respect waht Vishnu produces, including myself.

Thanks for the input. I did already read though that post it looks like a good setup.

Also I have been looking on Procedetuning.com I like a lot of the products they make. Nice power gains at good prices.

[venom3469]

Except for their exhaust system they are kinda high in price in my opinion.

[Brey335i]

Originally Posted by venom3469

JW but some tuners say they give you 80-100 rwhp and meth kits like 100 I think (just started doing research on meth). Thats like 180-200 hp for under 2k that is ridiculous.

a meth kit does not add another 100 hp.

It all depends on how much you want to spend. But the best bang for the buck is tune, dual cone intake, and meth. That will get you about 400 whp or so if you're lucky.

[venom3469]

Originally Posted by Brey335i

a meth kit does not add another 100 hp.

It all depends on how much you want to spend. But the best bang for the buck is tune, dual cone intake, and meth. That will get you about 400 whp or so if you're lucky.

Yeah I didn't think Methanol would do that much of a difference.

I have however been reading up on people running meth and nos and the same time. Do you think that is a good idea? It seems like it would work well with other bolt-ons. Maybe a 50-75 shot I'm looking for that 450RWHP sweet spot.

[Syndicategt]

Originally Posted by venom3469

Except for their exhaust system they are kinda high in price in my opinion.

Exhaust will only net you around 10-15 hp. Bad option for someone on a budget

[Brey335i]

Originally Posted by venom3469

Yeah I didn't think Methanol would do that much of a difference.

I have however been reading up on people running meth and nos and the same time. Do you think that is a good idea? It seems like it would work well with other bolt-ons. Maybe a 50-75 shot I'm looking for that 450RWHP sweet spot.

Bad idea lol. I'd go with full bolt ons and meth if I were you. You should be able to hit about 450 whp with that, but without the risk of running nitrous

[venom3469]

Originally Posted by Syndicategt

Exhaust will only net you around 10-15 hp. Bad option for someone on a budget

Yeah I'm on a little bit of a budget but ill net about 3k selling my 09 R6. Plus Ill use about a grand or so from just working that ill put into it.

I have about 4k-4.5k I can do in mods. I wouldn't mind to get 500RWHP but with not a lot of people knowing the motors potential is I don't wont to risk it.

It's going to be my everyday car but if I can safely achieve 500RWHP with that budget....I wont to know how!

[gtenedio]

If u have that much money to apend on mods now..i say u get a tune, the dci, and some rb turbo's. That should be around 4-5....then worry about the little stuff here and there

[venom3469]

Originally Posted by gtenedio

If u have that much money to apend on mods now..i say u get a tune, the dci, and some rb turbo's. That should be around 4-5....then worry about the little stuff here and there

Unfortunately, I do have a price range tis about 4k-4.5k.

I have been looking at the RB turbo upgrade in this enormous 100 something long thread. (I have been skimming through it)

I would like to upgrade but how much would all of that cost. (instillation, accessories, whatever it takes to get it all done) Plus I have been tying to look and find out what the exact numbers the for HP and TQ gains he achieved off just the turbo upgrade.

I did find out however the Helix N54 Turbo Upgrade Kit fully done is $3,200.(I think) It's gains are 120+ HP and 140+ TQ.

So which turbo upgrade is better and is 120hp and 140tq worth $3,200?

Also I'm not trying to hate on anyone upgrading. You guys are going to be the next people to see what these 335i's can really do. (or find our motor integrity. ) Hopefully it wont be any time soon though.

[venom3469]