08-10-2018, 08:50 AM | #1 |
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Bimmerlink to control exhaust valves
I just got my AWE switchpath installed...I dont want to unplug the valves as it defeats the whole purpose of the switchpath..but i was wondering do people still use bimmerlink to control the valves?
I know i can buy the burger tuning flap controller but thats another $300+ install $$ i dont want to spend.. I was reading an old thread that you can spend $30 on the bimmerlink app and $30 on the Carista OBD port and be able to control the valves via your phone... Anyone still do this? edit; and does anyone have a link for the OBD agent I would need to buy? thanks! |
08-10-2018, 09:17 AM | #2 |
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i could be wrong but i thought i read somewhere here that the app based solution for the exhaust valves is only temporary? Users said after driving for awhile the car reverts back to how the valves work stock.
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But i also read that the newer bluetooth agent saves ur preferences..not sure but i did find a video |
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Maybe someone can chime in on this |
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08-10-2018, 05:29 PM | #8 |
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I just unplugged the valves yesterday. Best decision I ever made. The car should sound like this stock without the valves opening and closing. Just my thoughts.
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08-10-2018, 07:56 PM | #9 |
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The cg valve controller is still the best option for valve over ride control
Doesn't occupy the obd port, and you can put the small wireless remote anywhere you find handy - mine is stuck down inside centre console ashtray (under hvac) You can also set it up to default valve open on start up if you want |
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OP I would just take the plunge and invest in a proper valve control unit. The ability to open/close on demand is great and both the VSC2 and BMS unit hold value well so you will recoup most of the cost if/when you want to get rid of it. |
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For now i just unplugged the valves..love the car so much more now..i come from V8s only in the past and it was getting annoying needed to be over 4-5K to hear the expensive exhaust i got on. |
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do not fiddle with the APP believe me...I even find the BMS Can flap intrusive
but in all seriousness shell out the cash for the can flap its worth it. provides useful coding. and no installation. You can score some great deals on the MS EVC on the member classifieds. But bite quick and don't lowball. they go quick. |
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I was previously controlling through the Can Flap, which I loved because it was super easy, but the app seems to offer some other bells and whistles I liked in addition to...thought about an OBD splitter if there's such a thing...but I'm not that fancy. |
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