Hey Alex, love seeing your content man keep it up. I have a saphire black m40i and absolutely love it. I was in the market for an X5, drove the X3M and eventually got the m40i - I like the low down torque and suspension much more than the S58. Been having a stage 2 on my ride for a few months now. The DP is a little too loud/metalic sounding. I got the stone-exhaust eddy. May need to do some work there, but I don't wanna restrict the airflow too much. Just started following you on Instagram
Turn the car on and Disconnect the FPC next time to de-pressurize the fuel system. Also remove and install the HPFP a few screw turns at a time to drive the unit in evenly.
When you use a steel bolt in an aluminum engine block, you can get galvanic corrosion. You're boy might also be right that the fuel is causing corrosion because aluminum and ethanol don't like each other. Just throw some zinc based Never Seez on steel bolts that go into aluminum and you should be good to go for a long time.
I have the same car with similar mods. I dragy tested it with stage 2 93. Then did the TU pump and flashed 2+ 93. There was no improvement in 0-60 or 1/4 mile. Did you do any testing between stage 2 93 and stage 2+ 93?
i didn’t but make sure your variables are as similar to testing original stage 2. this is making sure you’re in the same road/section/slope, similar humidity & temp, and weight in the car. Stage 2+ really makes a difference with e30. i believe you may be making 1-3psi more boost and a little bit more timing
@@alexleeteehee I'm limited to 93 octane around here. The conditions were the same, except the DA was +2,000ft. Still, BM3 claims +50hp and +130tq on 93 from stage 2 to 2+. Yet I actually lost 2 mph from stage 2 to 2+. I'm really trying to get into the 11's with 93. ua-cam.com/video/m1PT5zmcy8E/v-deo.html
you’re not gonna see much gain in mph bc you’ll always be capped by the limits of the turbo itself. need more exhaust flow and air in to increase fueling and timing for the upper ranges
Yo just subscribed and have watched a few of your videos , could you possible make one of how the cars treated you? And some pov shorties would be nice . I’m looking to possibly get one I just figured out about these not to long ago
@@user-hg2qj6ug7j ebay! just some $40 bumper trims for the car. granted, they’re from china and take a while to ship but worth it once you add some real 3m tape
@@alexleeteehee@alexleeteehee In the UK, there is no 540i (we only get 520i), so if you want something suitable for carrying passengers, the next option is the X3 M40i. BMW is trying to turn car enthusiasts into soccer moms.
You're one of the best to come out of your generation Alex.
Keep up the stoichism and thirst for knowledge!
thank you sir 🙏🏻
keep it coming finally x3 m40 content
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Htown here 🤟, keep the content coming . I need to start modding my m40i too
i miss htown man 😭😭😭
Hey Alex, love seeing your content man keep it up. I have a saphire black m40i and absolutely love it. I was in the market for an X5, drove the X3M and eventually got the m40i - I like the low down torque and suspension much more than the S58. Been having a stage 2 on my ride for a few months now. The DP is a little too loud/metalic sounding. I got the stone-exhaust eddy. May need to do some work there, but I don't wanna restrict the airflow too much. Just started following you on Instagram
preciate the kind words!!
Turn the car on and Disconnect the FPC next time to de-pressurize the fuel system. Also remove and install the HPFP a few screw turns at a time to drive the unit in evenly.
was gonna do that but we were too impatient 😭😂
When you use a steel bolt in an aluminum engine block, you can get galvanic corrosion. You're boy might also be right that the fuel is causing corrosion because aluminum and ethanol don't like each other. Just throw some zinc based Never Seez on steel bolts that go into aluminum and you should be good to go for a long time.
Generally a good idea, especially if there's a chance of salts coming into play! But he's probably okay in central Texas.
I have the same car with similar mods. I dragy tested it with stage 2 93. Then did the TU pump and flashed 2+ 93. There was no improvement in 0-60 or 1/4 mile. Did you do any testing between stage 2 93 and stage 2+ 93?
i didn’t but make sure your variables are as similar to testing original stage 2. this is making sure you’re in the same road/section/slope, similar humidity & temp, and weight in the car. Stage 2+ really makes a difference with e30. i believe you may be making 1-3psi more boost and a little bit more timing
@@alexleeteehee I'm limited to 93 octane around here. The conditions were the same, except the DA was +2,000ft. Still, BM3 claims +50hp and +130tq on 93 from stage 2 to 2+. Yet I actually lost 2 mph from stage 2 to 2+. I'm really trying to get into the 11's with 93. ua-cam.com/video/m1PT5zmcy8E/v-deo.html
you’re not gonna see much gain in mph bc you’ll always be capped by the limits of the turbo itself. need more exhaust flow and air in to increase fueling and timing for the upper ranges
Yo just subscribed and have watched a few of your videos , could you possible make one of how the cars treated you? And some pov shorties would be nice . I’m looking to possibly get one I just figured out about these not to long ago
To add to that , where did you get the carnards? (For future reference if I do go in with buying one)
thank you and for sure!
@@user-hg2qj6ug7j ebay! just some $40 bumper trims for the car. granted, they’re from china and take a while to ship but worth it once you add some real 3m tape
Nice
I just ordered this pump
I pretty much have the same bolt ons
let’s goooo!!!
@@alexleeteehee yes sirrrrrrrrrrr 😁
So with the 2020 m40 with b58tu I can use stage 2+ without touching my pump right?
correcto
Damn It’s Sounds nasty with the E30 mix. But maybe my ears were deceiving me
I have the same car as you and be careful I busted my driveshafts cuz of to many launches . I’d recommend upgrading it if your gonna launch
yeaaaa i’ve heard. i’m never really launching it (especially in this colder weather). but beating traffic and slow moms on the highway 😂
Dont start a 60-130 at 60
Start at 50'ish
fasho, friends all told me 😭. we live and we learn
what a are you wheels specs?
20x9+25
20x10+33
13mm or 11mm spacers all around
@@alexleeteehee sweet thanks! What size tires?
is an m40i a mom car?
suv=mom car
@@alexleeteehee@alexleeteehee In the UK, there is no 540i (we only get 520i), so if you want something suitable for carrying passengers, the next option is the X3 M40i. BMW is trying to turn car enthusiasts into soccer moms.
@@lgx2410 but yall also get the m340 touring 😭😭😭
I doubt the 0-60 measurement is accurate.