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      01-19-2019, 10:37 PM   #639
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I got my Stage 2 and I was just wondering how much of a difference is there to the 2+ catted version? I mean the Stage 2 has already blown the socks off me and I would like to know more about those who have the S2+ version.

I plan to run the S2 during long road trips when fuel octane availability might not be the best and S2+ when driving locally as we have widespread access to 98 across the island.

Appreciate some thoughts on this. I also hope to get some video tutorial on the changing of maps as I did not receive any link to this. It would be good to alternate between 2 maps as needed instead of troubling Alex all the time. Also, the AMS app seems to have expired on my PC past 12/31/2018.
I just switched from S2 to S2+ with stock exhaust. to Alex. the car is a beast. huge difference to me, absolutely love it. Alex will send you the link to install the updated AMS when you get the flash.
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      01-21-2019, 04:33 PM   #640
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order passed Friday received Monday in France very fast.
I made the flash myself it's very easy.
A big thank you to Alex very fast response
in stage 2 + the top
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      01-21-2019, 05:49 PM   #641
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Got mine in the mail today! Super fast shipping.

1/24 Update:
e-mailed Alex and he made time at the end of his day to tune mine. I've been slammed with work and a sick wife so I'm Mr Mom too....was unsure when I was going to be able to carve out enough time but Alex was flexible. Tuning went great and got the coding I wanted as well. Alex was also a pleasure to talk to afterwards. Lastly, I drove the car down the road and back before bed and I'm very pleased. Tune is very well done (stage 2 for me)!

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      01-27-2019, 12:01 AM   #643
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First off I want to say thank you to Alex for this tune. He's very professional and communicative. Always replies back to texts and emails same day if you have any questions or issues. At first I was very skeptical on getting a tune on a bone stock car, but with Alex's good reviews and pricing, I chose the Alpine stage 2+ w/ no upgraded down pipes. The things I love the most about this tune is there's no jerkyness in 1st gear or any gears, drives smooth and power is felt when you want it. I just can't believe how much better it is to drive in sport + with this tune than it was stock. I can't compare to other tunes out there because I did not try anybody else. This review is strictly from my experience with the Alpine tune and Alex being an awesome tuner. If you're on the borderline of pulling the trigger on this tune, do it. One main thing I always look at is how safe the tune is and how reliable my vehicle will be with the tune. The shop I take my cars to for dyno's said that this tune is definitely well done and safe. Adds fuel where it needs to be, not going all out to get the most power. But I posted a baseline dyno, a corrected and uncorrected dyno sheets, all SAE. Bone stock with just the Alpine stage 2+ tune, no mods or upgraded dps.






this is stage 2+? its showing only a 30hp gain? 412 to 443
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First off I want to say thank you to Alex for this tune. He's very professional and communicative. Always replies back to texts and emails same day if you have any questions or issues. At first I was very skeptical on getting a tune on a bone stock car, but with Alex's good reviews and pricing, I chose the Alpine stage 2+ w/ no upgraded down pipes. The things I love the most about this tune is there's no jerkyness in 1st gear or any gears, drives smooth and power is felt when you want it. I just can't believe how much better it is to drive in sport + with this tune than it was stock. I can't compare to other tunes out there because I did not try anybody else. This review is strictly from my experience with the Alpine tune and Alex being an awesome tuner. If you're on the borderline of pulling the trigger on this tune, do it. One main thing I always look at is how safe the tune is and how reliable my vehicle will be with the tune. The shop I take my cars to for dyno's said that this tune is definitely well done and safe. Adds fuel where it needs to be, not going all out to get the most power. But I posted a baseline dyno, a corrected and uncorrected dyno sheets, all SAE. Bone stock with just the Alpine stage 2+ tune, no mods or upgraded dps.






this is stage 2+? its showing only a 30hp gain? 412 to 443
You can look at the other pages in the thread. People have pulled 90+ wheel. I am not sure what stage he was running, but dyno conditions and other factors might've played a roll to lower readings
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      01-30-2019, 02:25 PM   #646
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I need to go dyno mine...
there's NO WAY it's just 30-40 hp .... the car is like night and day from stock to 2+ feels more like 70-90 to my foot dyno
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Passage to the power bank in stage 2 + with just BMC air filter

résultat 538.9cv et 699.5 nm
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      01-31-2019, 07:47 PM   #649
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���������� ( same tune level and drop ins as mine )
I am having upgraded charge pipes + BMS Drop-ins as well.
Alex uploaded Stage 2+ into my car early this morning and dayummmmmmmmm the car is bat out of hell. Pedal is alot more sensitive but I can get used to it. Just need to micro manage the pedal travel over Stage 2.

I like how it is incredibly linear yet the power is just there. I have not yet tried to max out the car here as I just lost my license a few months ago speeding. I may need to try it across the border.

Incredibly impressed! Extremely glad I went with Alex. He just has everything at his fingertips. I just got my car from the dealer yesterday after getting my MPE installed and with Stage 2+ uploaded, the car sounds so different. The MPE really complements the tune so well! GTS Startup roar really sounds like a thunderous lion!

Thanks again Alex!
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Long overdue report on Alex's tune.
In a word Impressive!!!

I've had the tune for just over a year (Stage 2+) in my 2015 M3 6spd. It has run flawless!

With the 6 spd manual, initial takeoff was a bit touchy in sport mode but ok in comfort and sport +.

Alex worked with me on a couple tweaks and the end result was OEM throttle / clutch operation in stop and go traffic.

The power difference is HUGE and feels very linear. Absolutely no complaints.
I may get a Dragy soon to get some numbers.

As others have said, his support is exemplary. He is always available and works with you.

I also did the custom coding which i highly recommend.

Of note, I recommend the GTS differential coding as well as GTS steering, the CS EDC, and Euro MDM, it totally transforms the car. Even if you don't do the tune for the added power or choose lower stages, this coding is a must.

It's night and day when you go back to stock for taking it back to the dealer which by the way all was undetectable or at least it was never brought up by the dealer.

I highly recommend for anyone on the fence.
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Long overdue report on Alex's tune.
In a word Impressive!!!

I've had the tune for just over a year (Stage 2+) in my 2015 M3 6spd. It has run flawless!

With the 6 spd manual, initial takeoff was a bit touchy in sport mode but ok in comfort and sport +.

Alex worked with me on a couple tweaks and the end result was OEM throttle / clutch operation in stop and go traffic.

The power difference is HUGE and feels very linear. Absolutely no complaints.
I may get a Dragy soon to get some numbers.

As others have said, his support is exemplary. He is always available and works with you.

I also did the custom coding which i highly recommend.

Of note, I recommend the GTS differential coding as well as GTS steering, the CS EDC, and Euro MDM, it totally transforms the car. Even if you don't do the tune for the added power or choose lower stages, this coding is a must.

It's night and day when you go back to stock for taking it back to the dealer which by the way all was undetectable or at least it was never brought up by the dealer.

I highly recommend for anyone on the fence.
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Passage to the power bank in stage 2 + with just BMC air filter

résultat 538.9cv et 699.5 nm
what is this in Hp?
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what is this in Hp?
According to google....531hp
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Passage to the power bank in stage 2 + with just BMC air filter

résultat 538.9cv et 699.5 nm
Do u have a stock dyno chart so we can see how power was made over stock ?
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Where is Alex located? Can we come to him and have him flash the car?
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Where is Alex located? Can we come to him and have him flash the car?
Yes, message him for a time, i believe he's in Culver City, CA.
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