Zach is a BMW enthusiast with a passion for performance. With over 10 years of experience modifying and performing DIY work on BMWs, he’s developed a deep understanding of virtually every BMW engine. He’s also the proud owner of a 600whp N54 with upgraded twin turbos and an E30 325i drift car and has a particular affinity for the S58 engine. Zach is highly knowledgeable about all things BMW, but his expertise in tuning and performance mods sets him apart. His experience as an enthusiast, combined with his technical knowledge, makes him an essential resource for anyone looking to improve the performance of their BMW.
The BMW N20 is a 4-cylinder, turbocharged engine produced from 2011-2017, and was BMW’s replacement for the naturally aspirated 3.0L 6-cylinder N52/N53 engines. As the outgoing N52 and N53 were reliable engines, the BMW N20 had big shoes to fill, especially given its turbocharged design. Turbo engines are more complex and require several additional components,…
BMW’s N20 engine featured in the 228i, 328i, 428i, 528i, as well as other 28i variants, did not built up the greatest aftermarket and tuning reputation, as the engine has been touted as fragile. Although the N20 is not the strongest motor there is still plenty of power to be unleashed with a tune and…
For those in the market looking to purchase a BMW 135i, 335i, or 535i one important aspect to consider is reliability. In this post, we intend to highlight the most common N55 engine problems; please keep in mind – this is not an exhaustive list of every single potential problem. All cars and engines will…
We wrote a similar post for the N54, which seemed to be a popular and informative post for those looking to learn more about the engine’s capabilities. For those who read our post about the BMW N54, it should be noted the BMW N55 engine is not quite as capable as the N54, mod-for-mod, for…
Since the initial release of the N54 in 2007, BMW has earned a reputation for building a line-up of turbocharged engines that are capable of significant power gains with a tune and basic bolt-ons. The N20 was BMW’s first turbocharged, direct-injected 4-cylinder engine. From the factory the strongest version of the N20, found in 28i…
Let me grab my flame suit in advance as I have a feeling this may turn ugly rather quickly. When it comes to modern BMW engines (lets define modern as engines produced by BMW after the year 2000) there are two engines that stand out to me. Two engines that hopefully represent the future of…
Tires are arguably the simplest, most effective method to help your BMW perform better on the street or track. As we all know, tires are the only part of a vehicle that physically touch the road while driving (hopefully). Acceleration, braking, handling, steering, and comfort are all determined by your cars tires. For this reason,…
Before purchasing a turbocharged 135i, 335i or 535i it is important to consider the differences between the N54 and N55-powered BMWs. The N54 began production in 2006 and first appeared in the 2007 BMW 335i; in 2008, the N54 was introduced along with the 135i and 535i. BMW’s N55 engine began production in 2009 and…
Tuning is without question the most important modification when it comes to extracting maximum performance from your N54 engine. Before purchasing a tune for your N54 it is important to consider the pros and cons of the available tunes on the market. This post will highlight the differences between the common N54 tunes and hopefully…
A quick Google search will reveal that there is no shortage of debates regarding the use of ethanol fuel. However, most articles focus on the sustainability and feasibility of ethanol fuels. Although sustainability is important to consider, the real question is whether or not higher ethanol mixtures increase engine longevity and performance in the long-term….
First, I’ll lay out my current mods and then move onto a few of the mods I have planned for the future. It’s nothing crazy, but it’s an awesome car. N54 Engine Mods N54 Engine Maintenance In mid-2019 I decided I was keeping the 2007 335i alive for the long-run. It was time to get…
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