540i xDrive Stage 2+ BM3

Junebug85 · 09-07-2021, 03:54 AM

The car is now Stage 2.

VRSF Catted Downpipe
Evolve Automotive Tune
Masata Charge Pipe
XHP Stage 2

The car wasn't 'slow' when stock but now it has transformed into something else! The power is crazy! It just pulls and pulls. Need to get it on a Rolling Road and get some Draggy times going. The charge pipe was added to ensure more reliability. I've heard mixed comments saying the stock charge pipe is fine and others have said it needs to be replaced. For piece of mind I decided to replace it.

Driving the car now - it feels like a new car and I haven't stopped smiling! The noise it now makes too, is great. I have had the backbox and resonator modified by PCW a while ago which just added to how good it sounds. Maintenance wise, I'm due to do an interim oil change in 3,000 miles or so and may look at changing the spark plugs to NGK 94201's gapped to .022

Really pleased with what Evolve did. I've dealt with them a few times in the past and as always, great service. They give you that confidence that you can trust them with your pride and joy!

I'll upload some sound clips/videos on my IG soon.

Few pics below (not that it shows much as most of it is underneath

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bigscore · 09-09-2021, 05:47 PM

Congrats!

Ictus · 09-24-2021, 02:54 AM

You don't need chargepipe with stock turbo if you not running WMI through it. But if you later go Stage3 it's a really good choice!
And what about your times? 0-100,100-200,1/4?

Junebug85 · 10-07-2021, 05:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Ictus

You don't need chargepipe with stock turbo if you not running WMI through it. But if you later go Stage3 it's a really good choice!
And what about your times? 0-100,100-200,1/4?

I've heard mixed comments on whether it's needed or not. I got it for a decent price at the time so went for it. Right now it's mainly there for piece of mind. Also one less thing to do if I do go stage 3.

Not done any draggy times yet. Hopefully soon and I will share them.

buddyboy · 11-15-2021, 07:26 AM

Your car looks great! How are you finding the car with the stage 2 life? I have an m140i and I'm looking to size up the the 540i and can transfer my stage 2 bits across most likely.

The snappy m140i life is getting a bit boring at this stage, i wouldnt mind something with a bit more comfort and traction!

Junebug85 · 11-15-2021, 03:34 PM

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Originally Posted by buddyboy

Your car looks great! How are you finding the car with the stage 2 life? I have an m140i and I'm looking to size up the the 540i and can transfer my stage 2 bits across most likely.

The snappy m140i life is getting a bit boring at this stage, i wouldnt mind something with a bit more comfort and traction!

Thanks mate

I'm loving it

- It just pulls and pulls. Sounds good too!

xDrive helps a great deal too - gives you that confidence push it more in the bends.

The 140i must fly with all that power as it weights less and is RWD compared to the 540!

mike@x-ph.com · 11-16-2021, 09:05 AM

Nice

Bernina5 · 11-16-2021, 03:29 PM

Beautiful car my friend, drive in good health!

Junebug85 · 11-16-2021, 04:20 PM

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Originally Posted by mike@x-ph.com

Nice

Thank you.

Tempted to get an MST intake from you this Black Friday...

Junebug85 · 11-16-2021, 04:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Bernina5

Beautiful car my friend, drive in good health!

Thank you

mike@x-ph.com · 11-16-2021, 05:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Junebug85

Thank you.

Tempted to get an MST intake from you this Black Friday...

10% OFF, let's do it

buddyboy · 11-19-2021, 08:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Junebug85

Thanks mate

I'm loving it

- It just pulls and pulls. Sounds good too!

xDrive helps a great deal too - gives you that confidence push it more in the bends.

The 140i must fly with all that power as it weights less and is RWD compared to the 540!

Its does fly, but even with the MPerformance LSD fitted, it feels like the chassis is a bit overwhelmed, 450bhp in a little 1 series, you need to be paying attention when going for it, i need to check if my VRSF sports cat fits the 540i also, so i can bring it across if i do find a nice 540i to move up to.

Have you looked into using any of the ethanol blend maps yet? I run the MHD stage 2 e30 during the milder months and the extra grunt it provides is very impressive

Junebug85 · 11-19-2021, 03:38 PM

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Originally Posted by buddyboy

Its does fly, but even with the MPerformance LSD fitted, it feels like the chassis is a bit overwhelmed, 450bhp in a little 1 series, you need to be paying attention when going for it, i need to check if my VRSF sports cat fits the 540i also, so i can bring it across if i do find a nice 540i to move up to.

Have you looked into using any of the ethanol blend maps yet? I run the MHD stage 2 e30 during the milder months and the extra grunt it provides is very impressive

The one I have is this one...

https://www.vr-speed.com/vrsf-4-5-ca...0i-xdrive.html

Doesn't list the 140i but does list all the other 40i models...

I haven't yet... I'm guessing you have to calculate the amount of ethanol you need to put in depending on the amount of fuel you have in the tank?

I have started to look at HPFPs. Dorch stg2 possibly but will be next year if I do go down this route.

G50 · 11-20-2021, 02:12 AM

How did the sound of the car change when you fitted the VRSF? Presuming you ran the PCW mod before the Downpipe was fitted...

Junebug85 · 06-19-2022, 06:35 PM

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Originally Posted by G50

How did the sound of the car change when you fitted the VRSF? Presuming you ran the PCW mod before the Downpipe was fitted...

Apologies for the delayed response - only just seen this. Adding on the sports cat and stage 2 tune woke up the exhaust. When I just had the PCW mod, it was loud on the cold start but then it was just normal. Once the tuning was done (with subtle burbles etc) it made it sound more aggressive and from what my wife tells me - more loud

I'm removing the PCW modded backbox in the next month or so and replacing it with a Remus axel back system. I didn't go for the cat back as my resonator has already been modified so will leave that in place and see how it sounds.

Junebug85 · 06-19-2022, 06:45 PM

Update - Car is now Stage 2+ with BM3

Looking back at the date, it's coming up to 9 months since I had the car tuned to stage 2. It's been great and suffered no issues. With the desire to push further, this weekend some more performance modifications were done on the car.

B58 TU Fuel Pump
B58 TU Spark Plugs (0.022" gapped)
Bootmod3 Stage2+ Tune

I had my previous tuner remove their stage 2 tune which then allowed for BM3 to be added on. I like the idea of being in control of the tuning and customisation which is why I opted for BM3. MHD and MG F were also considered but the amount of recommendations for BM3 helped me make my mind up. I haven't been able to 'test' out the car properly as I also had new brakes fitted - currently in the bedding in process. I already have XHP stage 3 on the car and looking forward to seeing how the car performs with all these changes.

wheresmy5 · 07-02-2022, 06:40 PM

How much does this entire package cost?

thecooltype · 07-02-2022, 10:18 PM

do you have any sound clip of the upshift with xhp? I want to know if the brap is loud. I have bm3 stage 2. I may get stage 2+ with the fuel pump upgrade at yr end...

Junebug85 · 07-05-2022, 11:45 AM

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Originally Posted by wheresmy5

How much does this entire package cost?

I'll send you a PM with the breakdown of the costs

Junebug85 · 07-05-2022, 11:46 AM

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Originally Posted by thecooltype

do you have any sound clip of the upshift with xhp? I want to know if the brap is loud. I have bm3 stage 2. I may get stage 2+ with the fuel pump upgrade at yr end...

No sound clips unfortunately. I'll try get some recorded!

It does sound good though!

BWilson263 · 07-05-2022, 03:30 PM

Have you done any 0-60 or 1/4 mile times?

trojanrock · 08-05-2022, 03:24 PM

Nice setup my guy.
I also Stage 2 tuned my 2018 540 and fitted a VRSF Catted downpipe...major boost. I have not dyno-d it but can tell its a considerable gain. Got her up to 161mph early on a Sunday morning at 6am, and she still had more to go but I backed out out of fear of being caught and arrested.
I like how you removed the auto open/close grill to reveal the struts up front.

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Junebug85 Colonel 1615 Rep 2,274 Posts Drives: BMW 540i xDrive - M Sport Plus Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	540i xDrive Stage 2+ BM3 The car is now Stage 2. VRSF Catted Downpipe Evolve Automotive Tune Masata Charge Pipe XHP Stage 2 The car wasn't 'slow' when stock but now it has transformed into something else! The power is crazy! It just pulls and pulls. Need to get it on a Rolling Road and get some Draggy times going. The charge pipe was added to ensure more reliability. I've heard mixed comments saying the stock charge pipe is fine and others have said it needs to be replaced. For piece of mind I decided to replace it. Driving the car now - it feels like a new car and I haven't stopped smiling! The noise it now makes too, is great. I have had the backbox and resonator modified by PCW a while ago which just added to how good it sounds. Maintenance wise, I'm due to do an interim oil change in 3,000 miles or so and may look at changing the spark plugs to NGK 94201's gapped to .022 Really pleased with what Evolve did. I've dealt with them a few times in the past and as always, great service. They give you that confidence that you can trust them with your pride and joy! I'll upload some sound clips/videos on my IG soon. Few pics below (not that it shows much as most of it is underneath ) Attached Images __________________ IG: project540ix G30 540i xDrive / Stage 3 via BM3 / xHP Stage 3 / Pure 800 Cast Turbo / 5" Catted Downpipe / MST Intake / Remus Exhaust / MSS Springs / 19" JR SL01 & Conti SC7 / 20" BBS CI-R & Michelin PS4S / F90 Sway Bars & Braces / Lots of Gloss Black Last edited by Junebug85; 06-19-2022 at 06:29 PM..
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Junebug85 Colonel 1615 Rep 2,274 Posts Drives: BMW 540i xDrive - M Sport Plus Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Update - Car is now Stage 2+ with BM3 Looking back at the date, it's coming up to 9 months since I had the car tuned to stage 2. It's been great and suffered no issues. With the desire to push further, this weekend some more performance modifications were done on the car. B58 TU Fuel Pump B58 TU Spark Plugs (0.022" gapped) Bootmod3 Stage2+ Tune I had my previous tuner remove their stage 2 tune which then allowed for BM3 to be added on. I like the idea of being in control of the tuning and customisation which is why I opted for BM3. MHD and MG F were also considered but the amount of recommendations for BM3 helped me make my mind up. I haven't been able to 'test' out the car properly as I also had new brakes fitted - currently in the bedding in process. I already have XHP stage 3 on the car and looking forward to seeing how the car performs with all these changes. Attached Images __________________ IG: project540ix G30 540i xDrive / Stage 3 via BM3 / xHP Stage 3 / Pure 800 Cast Turbo / 5" Catted Downpipe / MST Intake / Remus Exhaust / MSS Springs / 19" JR SL01 & Conti SC7 / 20" BBS CI-R & Michelin PS4S / F90 Sway Bars & Braces / Lots of Gloss Black
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trojanrock Registered 0 Rep 1 Posts Drives: BMW 540i Join Date: Aug 2022 Location: Houston iTrader: (0)	Nice setup my guy. I also Stage 2 tuned my 2018 540 and fitted a VRSF Catted downpipe...major boost. I have not dyno-d it but can tell its a considerable gain. Got her up to 161mph early on a Sunday morning at 6am, and she still had more to go but I backed out out of fear of being caught and arrested. I like how you removed the auto open/close grill to reveal the struts up front.
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