Superchips/DMS or Evolve?

jamiesecker · 12-01-2018, 03:25 AM

Hello there, looking to get a remap and wanted to ask what the best options and opinions are?
I have used Superchips for many years and always been pleased with the results.
I am not after the most power but a reliable amount (535 ish ) as I do concider the warranty side of things.
Appreciate any feedback.
Would have gone with ACS but the cost is simply ridiculous IMOP.
Cheers
J

1888ray · 12-01-2018, 03:39 AM

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Originally Posted by jamiesecker

Hello there, looking to get a remap and wanted to ask what the best options and opinions are?
I have used Superchips for many years and always been pleased with the results.
I am not after the most power but a reliable amount (535 ish ) as I do concider the warranty side of things.
Appreciate any feedback.
Would have gone with ACS but the cost is simply ridiculous IMOP.
Cheers
J

Like yourself have used superchips from the cosworth days in the 80s and never a problem

SteveChester · 12-01-2018, 05:16 AM

I've used Bootmod3 from Pro Tuning Freaks myself today it took about 5 mins and I applied the GTS settings as well.

You do it via your laptop literally takes 5 mins and you can revert to stock as well.

I originally had an ECU out remap from MoreBHP but it got wiped out by the dealer and I couldn't be arsed having to go back to get it physically remapped.

It's got the Stage 1 98 RON map applied and I'm going to get it decatted shortly then go Stage 2

Tengocity · 12-01-2018, 12:17 PM

A good remap will always be the better solution for power, smoothness and drivability. Remaps all seem to be about the 520-530bhp mark compared to around 500ish with boxes.

A box works fine, and possibly better from a warranty perspective as you can remove for service work. But could be more problematic if you have a breakdown and get recovered directly to a dealer. The M4 access points for a 4 channel box are an absolute bitch to get at compared to my 330e.

lethbridge · 12-01-2018, 12:31 PM

I'd recommend taking a good look at BM3 before considering the other remap options (wouldn't contemplate a box on an F8X). Keeps you in full control to apply/remove/tweak/experiment. I haven't used it myself as I don't want to mess with my new car yet (though did contemplate it for sorting the cold start) but it is the way I would go. I have used DMS in the past, but I like the flexibility BM3 offers.

jamiesecker · 12-02-2018, 03:32 PM

Cheers for the info guys, appreciated

dsmclark · 12-04-2018, 05:31 AM

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Originally Posted by jamiesecker

Cheers for the info guys, appreciated

I have bm3 and I am in Hampshire if you need any help. I did look at DMS when I had my F10 M5 but it was silly money (if you ask me) and I like that I can tune it back to stock when ever I like. I picked up a used Licence for £250

jamiesecker · 12-07-2018, 05:51 PM

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Originally Posted by dsmclark

I have bm3 and I am in Hampshire if you need any help. I did look at DMS when I had my F10 M5 but it was silly money (if you ask me) and I like that I can tune it back to stock when ever I like. I picked up a used Licence for £250

Cheers as I may take you up on that.👍

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jamiesecker First Lieutenant 65 Rep 386 Posts Drives: M4 CP Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: hants iTrader: (2)	Superchips/DMS or Evolve? Hello there, looking to get a remap and wanted to ask what the best options and opinions are? I have used Superchips for many years and always been pleased with the results. I am not after the most power but a reliable amount (535 ish ) as I do concider the warranty side of things. Appreciate any feedback. Would have gone with ACS but the cost is simply ridiculous IMOP. Cheers J __________________ BMW E36 M3 Track car, Safety Devices role cage, Recaro Pole position seats, Bilstien Suspension, BBK, Poly bushed.(in factory white). BMW F10 M5 Dailey driver.
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SteveChester Brigadier General 2472 Rep 4,653 Posts Drives: F82 M4 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Chester iTrader: (0) Garage List 2014 BMW F82 M4 [0.00]	I've used Bootmod3 from Pro Tuning Freaks myself today it took about 5 mins and I applied the GTS settings as well. You do it via your laptop literally takes 5 mins and you can revert to stock as well. I originally had an ECU out remap from MoreBHP but it got wiped out by the dealer and I couldn't be arsed having to go back to get it physically remapped. It's got the Stage 1 98 RON map applied and I'm going to get it decatted shortly then go Stage 2 __________________ Steve Roberts UK F82 M4 I'm running the 2024 London Marathon for the British Forces Foundation - https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/sr5/
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Tengocity General 8566 Rep 19,982 Posts Drives: 911, Cayenne Turbo, Disco 4 Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Crieff, Perthshire, Scotland iTrader: (0)	A good remap will always be the better solution for power, smoothness and drivability. Remaps all seem to be about the 520-530bhp mark compared to around 500ish with boxes. A box works fine, and possibly better from a warranty perspective as you can remove for service work. But could be more problematic if you have a breakdown and get recovered directly to a dealer. The M4 access points for a 4 channel box are an absolute bitch to get at compared to my 330e. __________________ Current: Porsche 911 991 C4S, Porsche Cayenne Turbo, Land Rover Discovery 4. Gone...G01 X3 M40i, Cayman S 987, F31 340i, Cayman GT4, F82 M4 CP, Lotus Exige V6, G20 330e, F30 330e, Boxster S 987, F31 335d, Mini Cooper SD, E89 Z4, E90 330d 320d, E60 520d, E46 330d 320d, MX5s, E30 325i
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lethbridge Captain 470 Rep 783 Posts Drives: 2018 F80 M3 CP YMB Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: United Kingdom iTrader: (0) Garage List 2018 BMW M3 CP [10.00]	I'd recommend taking a good look at BM3 before considering the other remap options (wouldn't contemplate a box on an F8X). Keeps you in full control to apply/remove/tweak/experiment. I haven't used it myself as I don't want to mess with my new car yet (though did contemplate it for sorting the cold start) but it is the way I would go. I have used DMS in the past, but I like the flexibility BM3 offers. __________________ Current: 2018 F80 M3CP YMB. Previous: 2015: F34 335d GT M Sport+; 2012: F07 535d GT M Sport; 2008: 335d SE; 2005: 530d; 2003: 330d; 2002: 330i; 1999: 523i
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jamiesecker First Lieutenant 65 Rep 386 Posts Drives: M4 CP Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: hants iTrader: (2)	Cheers for the info guys, appreciated __________________ BMW E36 M3 Track car, Safety Devices role cage, Recaro Pole position seats, Bilstien Suspension, BBK, Poly bushed.(in factory white). BMW F10 M5 Dailey driver.
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