Bootmod3 B48 Tune Guide Bootmod3 (bm3) off-the-shelf flash tunes are quickly becoming one of the most popular BMW tuning options. The bm3 tune - from Pro Tuning Freaks - uses a mobile app and web interface for simple flash tuning. Their B48 tunes also offer a good selection of OTS flash maps loaded with great features. B48 owners in the market for a tune should definitely … [Read more...] about BMW B48 BM3 Tuning Guide – Info & Horsepower Gains
BMW B48 Charge Pipe Upgrade Guide
B48 Upgraded Charge Pipe Guide As a newer engine, B48 charge pipe (CP) failures appear less common than many of the other turbo BMW engines. However, this likely comes down to many being under warranty with few modded. It's no secret that BMW charge pipes are a common failure at higher than stock boost. In this guide, we will discuss a few of the best upgraded charge pipes for … [Read more...] about BMW B48 Charge Pipe Upgrade Guide
The 4 Most Common BMW S85 M5/M6 Engine Problems
BMW S85 M5, M6 Reliability & Common Problems The BMW S85 is an absolutely gorgeous 5.0L V10 engine. With 500hp and an 8,250 redline the S85 engine sounds insane. Even as an older engine, its 100hp per liter is among the best for NA engines. It's hard to hate a naturally aspired engine making 500hp and revving to 8,250. However, the S85 suffers a few common problems that … [Read more...] about The 4 Most Common BMW S85 M5/M6 Engine Problems
BMW N20 Charge Pipe Upgrade Guide
N20 Upgraded Charge Pipe Guide Factory charge pipes are a common failure point on many modern turbo BMW engines. A charge pipe (CP) is in part responsible for carrying charge air (boosted air) to the cylinders. Unfortunately, BMW decided to use a thin, weak plastic charge pipe. The N20 CP is prone to cracking and ultimately failing at higher than stock boost. It's also not … [Read more...] about BMW N20 Charge Pipe Upgrade Guide
BMW 135i 335i N54 Limited Slip Differential Guide
Guide to BMW 135i & 335i Limited Slip Differentials (LSD) Unfortunately, the 135i and 335i powered by the N54 received open differentials from BMW. It's a serious limiting factor for those looking to make more power and/or track their cars. A limited slip differential is an excellent mod to help put more power down. In this guide, we will discuss limited slip differentials … [Read more...] about BMW 135i 335i N54 Limited Slip Differential Guide