Bootmod3 B58 40i Tuning Guide Though bootmod3 (bm3) is a newer flash tuning option they have quickly become one of the most popular BMW tunes. Pro Tuning Freaks bm3 offers a web interface and mobile apps for simple flash tuning. Bootmod3 also offers a handful of off-the-shelf flash maps loaded with cool features. If you're in the market for a B58 tune the bm3 should … [Read more...] about BMW B58 BM3 Tuning Guide – Info & Horsepower Gains
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BMW B58 Upgraded Turbo Guide
BMW B58 Turbo Guide Some were pessimistic about the B58's tuning potential; especially after N55's took a step down from the N54. Fortunately, the B58 has exceeded the expectations of many. There are already a handful of B58 engines pushing into the 700-800+whp range. It makes sense the B58 is progressing quickly given the N54 and N55 helped the tuning and aftermarket scene. … [Read more...] about BMW B58 Upgraded Turbo Guide
BMW B58 Chargepipe Upgrade Guide
B58 Chargepipe Upgrade Guide The two predecessors to the B58, the N54 and N55, were notorious for busting chargepipes left and right. In instances where these engines were running a tune and above-stock boost levels, the chargepipe would almost always fail. One of the main reasons these chargepipes failed is that they were made out of plastic. The chargepipe is responsible for … [Read more...] about BMW B58 Chargepipe Upgrade Guide
BMW B58 Upgraded Downpipe Guide
When it comes to exhaust systems on turbocharged vehicles, specifically BMW turbo vehicles, everyone talks about the downpipe instead of the traditional cat-back system that people are most familiar with upgrading. That's because cat-back exhaust systems and expensive and don't really provide any power benefit. They sound great, but we're bargain performance guys here! The … [Read more...] about BMW B58 Upgraded Downpipe Guide
BMW B58 Intercooler & Heat Exchanger Upgrade Guide
B58 Intercooler & Cooling System Yes, the B58 engine does have an intercooler. However, it is not the common intercooler setup you would see on most turbo vehicles. While most forced induction engines use "direct" air-to-air cooling, the B58 intercooler uses an "indirect" water-to-air cooling system. The B58 intercooler is integrated into the intake manifold. Compressed … [Read more...] about BMW B58 Intercooler & Heat Exchanger Upgrade Guide