Performance Chips

Beemeup

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I have a 2002 Z3 with a 2.5L.
I am seriously considering a Performance Upgrade ( Shark Injector ).
Has anyone gone this route, and if so, what were the ups and downs if any.

Thanks !

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Pros:

Higher rev limit
Custom map software with other upgrades

Cons:

Technically supposed to use more gas



Honestly, I dont believe Shark Injectors actually give you power like the OBDI chips. Only thing I see good about them is raising your redline.
 

Big Daddy

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I had a Conforti chip in my 318is and it was great. I have a Dinan software upgrade in the roadster and while I can tell the difference it is not a pronounced as the 318 was. That may be 160hp 4 cyl V 240 hp 6, I do not know for sure.
 

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Dinan is a total waste of money as compared to the alternatives. Mark D (Dsylvia-Tech), Conforti, and one other I'm forgetting about are the good chips.


B M W said:
Cons:

Technically supposed to use more gas
Actually the great majority of people would agree the chip raises gas mileage. Mine went up 1 mpg, and that was while driving the car harder. The chip simply allows the engine to run more efficient.
 
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EPJ3, although I have heard many stories, I think many chip users are just overly happy about their product. If you look at the basic principles of how a chip works, it's maximizing the use of higher octane BUT still putting more gas into the engine. The basic dynamics say it's going ot use more gas.
 
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www.turnermotorsport.com

They have evrythign you need in nice packages. They also sell Shrick cams. They custom program their own chips and make some of the best chips around. Look at them> I suggest you save your money and do a lot of mods at once if you are working on the negine in order for them to custom produce or give you the best chip possible. Check the website and give them a call also. They are really helpful!
 


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