bootmod3 second round beta

[proTUNING Freaks]

Originally Posted by iamvietness

anyone in the dallas area that can do the unlocking?

Unfortunately not at this moment but more shops are constantly reaching out and inquiring on details so things change on that front almost daily.

Originally Posted by Reach

I've sent in an order, paypal, and email with the requested details. Looking forward to this.

Originally Posted by terahertz

Is UIF still a thing with these cars? I remember with winkfp you could choose not to write it. If one were to flash GTS then flash back, would the dealer know?

UIF is still a 'thing' yes. Dealers have their ways always but its unlikely anyone there would know what a UIF even stands for You can always flash back to the factory TCU flash as well.

Originally Posted by mrgicm

I made a preoder and payment. Cant wait.

To me as a consumer its not so important how to swich maps or to have mobile functions, the most important thing is that your OTS stage 2 map is quality and how that power is spread over the curve. ☺

Originally Posted by ricerx1

Is the BM3 Device just an ethernet to wifi adapter? or is there something special about it?

No, its a mini computer running our OBD Agent software that connects your car with the bootmod3 cloud. Its a laptop replacement in the car that can be hidden out of sight. Helps especially when doing WOT pulls as you don't have to worry about your laptop sliding off the seat when you hit the breaks or at the track making a corner while datalogging or say running the Live Dash.

Originally Posted by apexit

Are there any shops in the NY/ NJ/ CT area that I can drive to and leave the same day with your tune? Or is this not available yet on Beta?

Unfortunately not at the moment but hopefully soon.

Originally Posted by bd307

For those who are interested, do not forget there is a cost for unlocking the DME which is at $100 - PTF makes it clear this is a pre-requisite to their tune and you need to pay a shop or them to unlock the DME. They make this very clear with pricing.

Another expense for those who do not take their locked DME out and install back by themselves is the labor to a shop. The place I am going charges $160 for this.

That's the pricing when the car comes to our shop here and has the DME pulled or if the DME is mailed to us. Its also suggested pricing to unlock dealers but its best to contact them for pricing directly as it may vary.

Originally Posted by chewbakam4

Everyone should at least try to pull their own DME. Not rocket science guys.

Originally Posted by soobieajax325

The TCU flash works via mobile app and laptop, correct? It only stated "via mobile app" on your website.

Yes. Everything is done via the mobile app. Laptop/device just run the OBD agent software which is the same for both.

Originally Posted by 4everkidd

So much want... but this is my first BMW and the loss of warranty (and crank hub failures '15 production DCT) scares me

I'm Lexus reliability spoiled

Very understandable. If warranty is of primary concern we suggest not modifying at all. Every tune and hardware modification out there is on pretty much equal footing when it comes to the powertrain portion of your warranty.

[proTUNING Freaks]

For those that have purchased a device along with their bootmod3 license, they're ready to go and ship out today. Godspeed everyone!

[V3rbatim]

Do you have a pic of said device?

[ronanz]

Originally Posted by V3rbatim

Do you have a pic of said device?

check their website...

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[V3rbatim]

Originally Posted by ronanz

check their website...

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I did..all i see is a black module of some sort. I know its suppose to replace the use of a laptop. Does that module have a monitor of some sort to see live dash such as boost?afr? Etc.

[dmk08]

Originally Posted by V3rbatim

I did..all i see is a black module of some sort. I know its suppose to replace the use of a laptop. Does that module have a monitor of some sort to see live dash such as boost?afr? Etc.

Pretty sure it relays data to your phone device right? Android only at this point.

Does that mean the box would be useless for iPhone owners at this point?

[zackf80m]

Originally Posted by dmk08

Pretty sure it relays data to your phone device right? Android only at this point.

Does that mean the box would be useless for iPhone owners at this point?

That's my understanding, until an iOS option is available!

[ronanz]

Originally Posted by V3rbatim

I did..all i see is a black module of some sort. I know its suppose to replace the use of a laptop. Does that module have a monitor of some sort to see live dash such as boost?afr? Etc.

eskimodmk


THIS should answer a few questions.....


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[ptper]

Originally Posted by paikman

Tuners in the maryland /virginia area? This is great news!

I don't think this question was answered

Sorry for the ignorant questions:

DME = ECU?

Can somebody compare this to the Audi tuning world for me? I used to have an OBD Flash tune (Stage 2 + pulley). It had a few different maps (stock, 93, race). Is bootmod3 just the vehicle (excuse the pun) to run another tuner's maps? If so, why doesn't the tuner come up with that too?

[m4rawrr]

Still interested in doing the round 2 beta but are there any e85 OTS maps available? How much e85 are you able to run?

[mrgicm]

Any review on the OTS stage 2 map?

[Jaymax85]

Local reputable shops are charging 400 bucks to remove and replace the ecu ... that's not even for unlocking just removal and reinstallation

[dmk08]

Originally Posted by HELLOimJ

Local reputable shops are charging 400 bucks to remove and replace the ecu ... that's not even for unlocking just removal and reinstallation

$250 here

[proTUNING Freaks]

Originally Posted by V3rbatim

I did..all i see is a black module of some sort. I know its suppose to replace the use of a laptop. Does that module have a monitor of some sort to see live dash such as boost?afr? Etc.

Originally Posted by dmk08

Pretty sure it relays data to your phone device right? Android only at this point.

Does that mean the box would be useless for iPhone owners at this point?

Originally Posted by zackf80m

That's my understanding, until an iOS option is available!

Android only at this time as far as the mobile app is concerned. Device simply relays info to the app and doesn't care if the app is running on iOS or Android.

iOS app is pretty much done. Its the same as the Android app. The only missing piece is ability to upload new files/maps without which you can't load a map into bootmod3's cloud.

Originally Posted by ronanz

eskimodmk

THIS should answer a few questions.....


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Originally Posted by ptper

I don't think this question was answered

Sorry for the ignorant questions:

DME = ECU?

Can somebody compare this to the Audi tuning world for me? I used to have an OBD Flash tune (Stage 2 + pulley). It had a few different maps (stock, 93, race). Is bootmod3 just the vehicle (excuse the pun) to run another tuner's maps? If so, why doesn't the tuner come up with that too?

DME = Digital Motor Electronics = ECU

All the features of bootmod3 are listed on the product page including canned (OTS) maps. Loading 3rd party tunes is also one of them.

Originally Posted by m4rawrr

Still interested in doing the round 2 beta but are there any e85 OTS maps available? How much e85 are you able to run?

E85 beta OTS maps are available and are in constant testing. We haven't seen limitations so far up to 575-580whp on full E85 without blending on the S55. People in beta haven't pushed so far past that with full E85 so limits aren't known yet. This power was made at ~21psi from what we recall on a Pure Stage 2 S55 DCT car.

Originally Posted by HELLOimJ

Local reputable shops are charging 400 bucks to remove and replace the ecu ... that's not even for unlocking just removal and reinstallation

Originally Posted by dmk08

$250 here

Pricing will vary out there but 2.5 hours if you go by the book for re/re on the S55 DME without considering unlock work.

[soobieajax325]

Any OTS maps on full E85 with stock turbos?
proTUNING Freaks

[proTUNING Freaks]

Originally Posted by soobieajax325

Any OTS maps on full E85 with stock turbos?
proTUNING Freaks

Yes, see above.

[soobieajax325]

Originally Posted by proTUNING Freaks

Yes, see above.

I thought it was only on the pure turbos upgrade that i read in your post.
Thanks for clarifying that.

[CaryTheLabelGuy]

Originally Posted by soobieajax325

I thought it was only on the pure turbos upgrade that i read in your post.
Thanks for clarifying that.

His point in mentioning the Pure turbo's E85 success is because if it's possible on aftermarket turbos, it's even more imaginable on the stock turbos, which will require less fueling needs as compared to the Pure turbo setup.

[ricerx1]

Originally Posted by proTUNING Freaks

No, its a mini computer running our OBD Agent software that connects your car with the bootmod3 cloud. Its a laptop replacement in the car that can be hidden out of sight. Helps especially when doing WOT pulls as you don't have to worry about your laptop sliding off the seat when you hit the breaks or at the track making a corner while datalogging or say running the Live Dash.

Nice, does this mean datalogging is native to the box and logged onto the box and can be later retrieved by an android device. Or does the android device need to remain on and connected.

Got shipping confirmation over the weekend already. Very excited for this. Too bad car is going to the dealer for warranty repair work tomorrow, but will be making an appt with SSR as soon as the car is back.

I just learned that this is called "bootmode" not bootmod "three" for a while I was wondering what happened to 1 and 2. Now the name finally makes sense.

[swifty]

When can we expect Iphone compatibility?

[BuLoOoSki]

Originally Posted by swifty

When can we expect Iphone compatibility?

Two weeks.

*Sorry Dzenno, couldn't help it

[Reach]

I lol'd