ESS Tuning DME upgrade for M Coupe

MTHEORY · 09-06-2008, 06:08 PM

Just got my DME computer back from ESS. Did the install and have driven the car twice.

My first impression was that the engine revved much "smoother" through the entire rpm range. It seems more "elastic". There is definitely more power, especially at low RPM. The power increase is not drastic, but it is clearly there. The thought I had was "wow, this is how the S54 should run!" I haven't tested my new 8200 RPM deadline, but like the fact that it's there. Also, the limiter is gone, but I'm not planning to test that out any time soon either.

This is definitely a great mod. The car runs flawlessly. I'm glad I did it.

Dammmittt · 09-06-2008, 06:37 PM

Glad you like it...it's about 900, right?

sales@ESSTuning · 09-06-2008, 11:39 PM

Glad you like it Gabe

Pricing is $795

MMMazing07 · 09-07-2008, 12:01 AM

i really want to get tuned by ESS but havnt grown the balls to send my ECU across the country

HBspeed · 09-07-2008, 12:23 AM

which if any intake are you running with the tune? I can't remember what mods you said you already had done when I met you at Mfest. glad to hear its running like OJ to you for legal advice

sales@ESSTuning · 09-07-2008, 12:38 AM

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Originally Posted by MMMazing07

i really want to get tuned by ESS but havnt grown the balls to send my ECU across the country

Its easy

MTHEORY · 09-07-2008, 02:42 AM

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Originally Posted by HBspeed

which if any intake are you running with the tune? I can't remember what mods you said you already had done when I met you at Mfest. glad to hear its running like OJ to you for legal advice

My two main performance mods are a Supersprint powerloop cat back exhaust and the RPI scoop.

The ESS tune is definitely worth it. I highly recommend it. For example, when I spent $2000+ on the exhaust, it looked and sounded better than stock, but any performance gains were more "butt dyno" psychology than real. On the other hand, for less than a grand, the DME tune will actually add very noticeable power and "refinement" to the S54.

MTHEORY · 09-07-2008, 02:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Rom3n

Glad you like it Gabe

Pricing is $795

Thanks for the info at MFest Roman, I'm happy you convinced me to do it. The ESS tune is definitely "as advertised".

MTHEORY · 09-07-2008, 02:48 AM

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Originally Posted by MMMazing07

i really want to get tuned by ESS but havnt grown the balls to send my ECU across the country

1. Take the DME out on Monday (5 minutes)
2. Fedex it to ESS
3. Wait it out Tuesday
4. Get your Fedex back on Wednesday
5. Reinstall it and drive your new car.

It's really no big deal.

killjohnnyforan · 09-07-2008, 03:38 AM

will this void warranty?

Dammmittt · 09-07-2008, 09:04 AM

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Originally Posted by killjohnnyforan

will this void warranty?

It only voids the warranty if it causes a failure, and the only way for the dealer to know it's there is if you tell them.

MTHEORY · 09-07-2008, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Dammmittt

It only voids the warranty if it causes a failure, and the only way for the dealer to know it's there is if you tell them.

EXACTLY!

F360C · 09-07-2008, 12:07 PM

Well I am sold on this! I have finally got the balls to do this.... I am going to have the secondary o2 sensors turned down and install a set of headers.

killjohnnyforan · 09-07-2008, 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by F360C

Well I am sold on this! I have finally got the balls to do this.... I am going to have the secondary o2 sensors turned down and install a set of headers.

thats exactly what the guys at rogue told me to do! i think im sold on this as well

Chuck I · 09-07-2008, 01:20 PM

Do you have a Link to this mod? I see the info on the Super chargers, but not on the DME mod... Thanks Chuck I

Dammmittt · 09-07-2008, 03:41 PM

There should be thread on this in the engine/drivetrain topic area.

Try a search or PM Rom3n.

sales@ESSTuning · 09-07-2008, 04:55 PM

There is info on my site including DIY instructions to remove the DME.

www.ProjectZ4M.com click the furums link

MTHEORY · 09-07-2008, 06:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by F360C

Well I am sold on this! I have finally got the balls to do this.... I am going to have the secondary o2 sensors turned down and install a set of headers.

Watch out with the O2 sensors. I wanted to do the same thing and get a SS setup from the engine back, but my BMW Guru John Handal from European Motor Works advised against it. He said that you'll never get over the sensor problems. If you look on the Supersprint website, you'll notice it describes the headers as "off road or track" only. Basically, it's a matter of the performance gains not being worth the O2 sensor complications.

sales@ESSTuning · 09-08-2008, 11:40 PM

FYI I only have 2 more group buy software deals I can do so PM me if you want to get it done.

JCz04Bimmer · 09-09-2008, 08:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rom3n

FYI I only have 2 more group buy software deals I can do so PM me if you want to get it done.

PM sent...

F360C · 09-09-2008, 09:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MTHEORY

Watch out with the O2 sensors. I wanted to do the same thing and get a SS setup from the engine back, but my BMW Guru John Handal from European Motor Works advised against it. He said that you'll never get over the sensor problems. If you look on the Supersprint website, you'll notice it describes the headers as "off road or track" only. Basically, it's a matter of the performance gains not being worth the O2 sensor complications.

That why I plan on doing the ESS software so I don't get the check engine light. They turn down or completly off the secondary 02 sensors so the dme doesn't trip the check engine light.

F360C · 09-09-2008, 09:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rom3n

FYI I only have 2 more group buy software deals I can do so PM me if you want to get it done.

PM sent

09-06-2008, 06:08 PM	#1
MTHEORY Second Lieutenant 11 Rep 212 Posts Drives: 2003 996 Porsche GT2 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Las Vegas, Nevada iTrader: (0)	ESS Tuning DME upgrade for M Coupe Just got my DME computer back from ESS. Did the install and have driven the car twice. My first impression was that the engine revved much "smoother" through the entire rpm range. It seems more "elastic". There is definitely more power, especially at low RPM. The power increase is not drastic, but it is clearly there. The thought I had was "wow, this is how the S54 should run!" I haven't tested my new 8200 RPM deadline, but like the fact that it's there. Also, the limiter is gone, but I'm not planning to test that out any time soon either. This is definitely a great mod. The car runs flawlessly. I'm glad I did it.
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Dammmittt My favorite sign. 169 Rep 4,333 Posts Drives: 2007 M Coupe Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Der Autobahnen iTrader: (0)	Glad you like it...it's about 900, right? __________________ 07 ///M Coupe (Premium Package) Black Saphire Ext. Imola Red Int. Best Website EVER!
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F360C Major 366 Rep 1,373 Posts Drives: E86 S54 Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Hoboken, NJ iTrader: (2)	Well I am sold on this! I have finally got the balls to do this.... I am going to have the secondary o2 sensors turned down and install a set of headers. __________________ 07 Z4 M Coupe AW/IR
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Chuck I Second Lieutenant 20 Rep 259 Posts Drives: '03 Z4 + '07 ///M Roadster Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Stephens City, VA USA iTrader: (0)	Do you have a Link to this mod? I see the info on the Super chargers, but not on the DME mod... Thanks Chuck I
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Dammmittt My favorite sign. 169 Rep 4,333 Posts Drives: 2007 M Coupe Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Der Autobahnen iTrader: (0)	There should be thread on this in the engine/drivetrain topic area. Try a search or PM Rom3n. __________________ 07 ///M Coupe (Premium Package) Black Saphire Ext. Imola Red Int. Best Website EVER!
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sales@ESSTuning 391 Rep 3,149 Posts Drives: ESS M3 / M4 Join Date: May 2007 Location: AZ iTrader: (6)	There is info on my site including DIY instructions to remove the DME. www.ProjectZ4M.com click the furums link
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