Dinan

Gossamer · 05-22-2008, 05:05 PM

I've scheduled my Dinan flash for next week and am wanting some input. For those of you with the flash, how many miles were on your car before you had it done and how many miles have you put on since the flash? Also, any issues of any kind that might make a guy second guess doing it?

As an FYI, my local BMW shop does not have any affiliation with Dinan and the closest rep is 40 miles away. That makes it a little difficult to have work done if BMW decides to deny work due to modifications.

Warranty isn't a giant concern for me but the recent "sky is falling" banter has caused it to settle in the back of my mind.

Kadarin · 05-22-2008, 07:53 PM

I had the Stage 2 flash done this past Tuesday, with about 850 miles on the car. I've now got about 970, and the car feels great with no issues (though I haven't floored it since I'm still in the break-in period). I can hear the turbos more clearly now.

I had it done at Dinan in Mountain View, CA, and also had them install their exhaust kit at the same time.

Wires · 05-22-2008, 08:25 PM

Leased the car with 0 miles on it, has around 1600 now. Only downfall is the face cramps from the giant grin from ear to ear, and the stiff neck from watching the mirror looking for the boys in blue when the right pedal gets a little aggressive.

If I had the choice again, I'd do it in an instant.....

If you want a comparison, consider how awesome the brakes are compared to other vehicles. This does the same complement in the acceleration department.

stressdoc · 05-22-2008, 10:33 PM

I'm in the same boat. 120+ miles from the closest Dinan dealer, and my local dealer, who I really like, is very cold towards the Dinan flash. So if something goes wrong, what to do? Too far to take it to the Dinan dealer, who I'd prefer not to deal with anyway. But I guess anyone faces this problem when they drive their car on a trip away from home. Anyone have experiences with how non-dinan dealers treat you?

vase330 · 05-23-2008, 12:36 AM

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Originally Posted by stressdoc

I'm in the same boat. 120+ miles from the closest Dinan dealer, and my local dealer, who I really like, is very cold towards the Dinan flash. So if something goes wrong, what to do? Too far to take it to the Dinan dealer, who I'd prefer not to deal with anyway. But I guess anyone faces this problem when they drive their car on a trip away from home. Anyone have experiences with how non-dinan dealers treat you?

I have one by me now, they don't care. Its your car anyway, why should they care? Going there tomorrow for oil (forgot to change it. Was pre-occupied with flash issues).

twin turbo · 05-23-2008, 12:55 PM

I had the flash done at 15,000 miles, now I have 25,000 miles. No problems whatsoever. Worth every penny IMHO.

orosie · 05-23-2008, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Gossamer

I've scheduled my Dinan flash for next week and am wanting some input. For those of you with the flash, how many miles were on your car before you had it done and how many miles have you put on since the flash? Also, any issues of any kind that might make a guy second guess doing it?

As an FYI, my local BMW shop does not have any affiliation with Dinan and the closest rep is 40 miles away. That makes it a little difficult to have work done if BMW decides to deny work due to modifications.

Warranty isn't a giant concern for me but the recent "sky is falling" banter has caused it to settle in the back of my mind.

Got the stage 2 with 750 miles...have 4500 on it now.....flawless.

I too got it at Dinan in Mountain View. Gotta love being so close to them.

stressdoc · 05-23-2008, 01:07 PM

I guess it boils down to time & $. We have some excellent options now, and my thought is that even more options will crop up once the Shark hits the street, or maybe even BMW performance finally offers a fix. Or the tii. So maybe wait a few months and save some $. But life is short, eh? And summer is here!!!

purplewidow · 05-23-2008, 01:09 PM

exhaust is louder, more power, with a warranty, no issues..what more could you ask for? this tune ROCKS and i haven't even gotten the update. your gonna love it!!!

had it done around 8k i think now 13k and not one issue..hell the only problem i have had was a rear right bulb holder..and the lights worked..but they replaced it and still no issues..car is FLAWLESS!!! i am in bmw heaven i love it!!!

Wires · 05-23-2008, 04:00 PM

Ok, there is only one downfall, and that's a design limitation of the car.

Those silly excuses for cup holders are insufficient to hold any vessel during hard acceleration.

Be prepared to unload them in the passenger compartment.

05-22-2008, 05:05 PM	#1
Gossamer Private First Class 8 Rep 115 Posts Drives: 2008 335i Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Middle of the road iTrader: (0)	Dinan I've scheduled my Dinan flash for next week and am wanting some input. For those of you with the flash, how many miles were on your car before you had it done and how many miles have you put on since the flash? Also, any issues of any kind that might make a guy second guess doing it? As an FYI, my local BMW shop does not have any affiliation with Dinan and the closest rep is 40 miles away. That makes it a little difficult to have work done if BMW decides to deny work due to modifications. Warranty isn't a giant concern for me but the recent "sky is falling" banter has caused it to settle in the back of my mind.
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Kadarin Ambassador of Crunk 17 Rep 606 Posts Drives: SG/blk '08 E92 M3 Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: San Jose, CA iTrader: (0)	I had the Stage 2 flash done this past Tuesday, with about 850 miles on the car. I've now got about 970, and the car feels great with no issues (though I haven't floored it since I'm still in the break-in period). I can hear the turbos more clearly now. I had it done at Dinan in Mountain View, CA, and also had them install their exhaust kit at the same time.
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Wires Brigadier General 1646 Rep 4,877 Posts Drives: 2016 340i xDrive Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Calgary iTrader: (0)	Leased the car with 0 miles on it, has around 1600 now. Only downfall is the face cramps from the giant grin from ear to ear, and the stiff neck from watching the mirror looking for the boys in blue when the right pedal gets a little aggressive. If I had the choice again, I'd do it in an instant..... If you want a comparison, consider how awesome the brakes are compared to other vehicles. This does the same complement in the acceleration department.
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stressdoc Moderator 618 Rep 10,855 Posts Drives: BMW i8; Toy 4runner TRD pro Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Waco TX iTrader: (0)	I'm in the same boat. 120+ miles from the closest Dinan dealer, and my local dealer, who I really like, is very cold towards the Dinan flash. So if something goes wrong, what to do? Too far to take it to the Dinan dealer, who I'd prefer not to deal with anyway. But I guess anyone faces this problem when they drive their car on a trip away from home. Anyone have experiences with how non-dinan dealers treat you? __________________ My recent ED photos: http://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1026808 my not-so-recent ED: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=31829 Please join BMWCCA http://bmwcca.org/index.php?pageid=c...&ref_by=300279
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twin turbo Second Lieutenant 36 Rep 276 Posts Drives: 2020 M340i xdrive Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Denver, CO iTrader: (0)	I had the flash done at 15,000 miles, now I have 25,000 miles. No problems whatsoever. Worth every penny IMHO. __________________ 2020 BMW M340i xdrive 2016 BMW M4 (sold) 2015 BMW M4 (sold) 2014 Audi RS5 (sold) 2012 Audi TT RS (sold)
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stressdoc Moderator 618 Rep 10,855 Posts Drives: BMW i8; Toy 4runner TRD pro Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Waco TX iTrader: (0)	I guess it boils down to time & $. We have some excellent options now, and my thought is that even more options will crop up once the Shark hits the street, or maybe even BMW performance finally offers a fix. Or the tii. So maybe wait a few months and save some $. But life is short, eh? And summer is here!!! __________________ My recent ED photos: http://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1026808 my not-so-recent ED: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=31829 Please join BMWCCA http://bmwcca.org/index.php?pageid=c...&ref_by=300279
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purplewidow Lieutenant Colonel 51 Rep 1,928 Posts Drives: e92 335 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Chicago iTrader: (2)	exhaust is louder, more power, with a warranty, no issues..what more could you ask for? this tune ROCKS and i haven't even gotten the update. your gonna love it!!! had it done around 8k i think now 13k and not one issue..hell the only problem i have had was a rear right bulb holder..and the lights worked..but they replaced it and still no issues..car is FLAWLESS!!! i am in bmw heaven i love it!!!
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Wires Brigadier General 1646 Rep 4,877 Posts Drives: 2016 340i xDrive Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Calgary iTrader: (0)	Ok, there is only one downfall, and that's a design limitation of the car. Those silly excuses for cup holders are insufficient to hold any vessel during hard acceleration. Be prepared to unload them in the passenger compartment.
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