[trur1]

Hey everyone. Did a search to see if a thread like the one I am making already exists, but didn't see it.

Anyway, I am curious What mods would you do and in what order?
I am looking to keep it fairly simple. (IE: Bolt-ons, Minor cosmetics, etc.)

I have had my 335i for nearly 2 years now and I haven't done anything to it. Now I am approaching 50k miles and decided it may be about that time.
So far the wheels are ordered and afterward getting the tint done.

1. 19" wheels
2. Window Tint
3. Chip
4. Intake
5. Exhaust
6. Intercooler


Not really sure if i will follow this order or not. Trying to read about product information and expectations. What would(did) you do and why?

[JayKay335i]

Learning to search better mod

[W.WCherry]

That's definitely a good start. Would recommend HID fog lights and Lux AEs (relatively cheap). When you do the software tune, get the intercooler at the same time. Intake is on the bottom of my list to do.

[trur1]

Originally Posted by B.Corso

That's definitely a good start. Would recommend HID fog lights and Lux AEs (relatively cheap). When you do the software tune, get the intercooler at the same time. Intake is on the bottom of my list to do.

fog lights really arent a priority of mine. I honestly rarely use them anyway.
Is there a heating issue accompanied with a chip? most i read, seems that you are good with factory. Besides I wanted the intake mainly for cooler air and less resistance from the engine wanting more air. Not really worried about the power gains.


JayKay335i: Learn to search better?

thanks for the tip BRO!

[QC335]

A picture of your car would get you many more opinions.

[trur1]

Originally Posted by QC335

A picture of your car would get you many more opinions.

Here you go. Bought Miro type 111 wheels in 19's. Not in yet though.

[QC335]

Love the color, if you are into tint I think that would help show off the cars curves. Not a fan of tinted taillights either. Also, take a look at some of the front lips people are using.

[trur1]

Originally Posted by QC335

Love the color, if you are into tint I think that would help show off the cars curves. Not a fan of tinted taillights either. Also, take a look at some of the front lips people are using.

I'll probably do 20% all around. Not really into limo tint. Ill probably replace the grilles with all black ones.. just not sure if they make strips that are black to remove the chrome. Not sure really just speculating. I dont really think i would mess with the tail lights. Maybe try and remove the yellow sidemarkers, but thats about it.

[QC335]

Are you stick our auto?

[hipnotic]

wheels make the biggest difference.

[trur1]

Originally Posted by QC335

Are you stick our auto?

auto

[JayKay335i]

I wouldn't suggest purchasing Miros. They are cheap as dirt for a reason.

[Mr.E92]

Originally Posted by JayKay335i

I wouldn't suggest purchasing Miros. They are cheap as dirt for a reason.

Damn Bro! You always have something negative to say?


OP Love that Color. Some Tint and wheels are a great way to start.

Post some pics when those mods are done.

[h0ffman]

if thats my car i will start to put M-technics bumpers and side skirts.
after that, a 19' CSL rims and a black grills...

[JayKay335i]

Originally Posted by Jayxx19

Damn Bro! You always have something negative to say?


OP Love that Color. Some Tint and wheels are a great way to start.

Post some pics when those mods are done.

Damn bro! Do you like reading the same threads created by different people every day?

The car has been out since 06'. Its as if there arent hundreds of thousands of posts about the subject.

[Wickede92]

Originally Posted by JayKay335i

Damn bro! Do you like reading the same threads created by different people every day?

The car has been out since 06'. Its as if there arent hundreds of thousands of posts about the subject.

ouch!

[Eric335]

Originally Posted by JayKay335i

Damn bro! Do you like reading the same threads created by different people every day?

The car has been out since 06'. Its as if there arent hundreds of thousands of posts about the subject.

then get off the forum, or move yourself to the F series forums. This IS an e9x forum, isnt it? The e9x has been out since 06, why r u still here then?

dont act like they are holding you against your will to post



whats the point of a forum, if everything in the world has been answered already?

[Ricer X]

You both have a point. I only had to page to the next page to find this:

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=541233

Don't even have to search. It's not an exact match but gives a good idea.

He could have been a bit nicer though. I support his comment on Miro's though, but if that's all op can afford, so be it.

[Ricer X]

I would also suggest maybe going throught the tuning forum and photos. Then seeing posters cars that you like and checking out their garages.

[panicos81]

since you went with 19" wheels i would suggest a drop and the mtech or performance package..

[Thumperx]

X2 on the Mtech components. Looks more aggressive. If you're planning performance, then look into: intake, tuner, and springs.

[Syndicategt]

Originally Posted by trur1

Is there a heating issue accompanied with a chip? most i read, seems that you are good with factory. Besides I wanted the intake mainly for cooler air and less resistance from the engine wanting more air. Not really worried about the power gains.
thanks for the tip BRO!

Not sure about heat but "chips" usually give me gas Yes a "tune" will not create heat directly but the turbos will be cranking out more boost and generating more heat.


What year is your car? You may or may not have a factory oil cooler.

I highly suggest you read/search around on the "N54 / N55 Turbo Engine and 335i - 335d Tuning / Drivetrain / Exhaust Modifications" section. These questions you ask have been answered hundreds if not thousands of times in the past. If you want to lower IATs, get a FMIC and Meth, your intake will not help much with this.