Recommendations for mods for 120i cabrio

[vone]

hi guys,

hopefully collecting my 120i by early ext month, can someone recommend some light mods to improve performance?

looking at improving intake , even ECU upgrade (just not sure anyone here has even tuned a 1 series)


Also PMLl says it will bring in the performance part package for the 1 series... wondering if they will fit my 4 pot , esp for the intake and exhaust ....

 

[hitmee]

Re: Recommendations for mods for 120i cabrio

slam it......change shoes.

DPE ai mai?

 

[xuexun]

Re: Recommendations for mods for 120i cabrio

hi guys,

hopefully collecting my 120i by early ext month, can someone recommend some light mods to improve performance?

looking at improving intake , even ECU upgrade (just not sure anyone here has even tuned a 1 series)


Also PMLl says it will bring in the performance part package for the 1 series... wondering if they will fit my 4 pot , esp for the intake and exhaust ....

From experience, i dont think PML will slap anything that improve preformance, esp for the intake and exhaust. Just the body kit and probably some accessories.

You buy 120i, think still N46 engine. Mod ecu also little power nia. Change engine la. Haha

 

[davidtch]

Re: Recommendations for mods for 120i cabrio

hi guys,

hopefully collecting my 120i by early ext month, can someone recommend some light mods to improve performance?

looking at improving intake , even ECU upgrade (just not sure anyone here has even tuned a 1 series)


Also PMLl says it will bring in the performance part package for the 1 series... wondering if they will fit my 4 pot , esp for the intake and exhaust ....

If u 1 2 mod, u got d wrong engine. IL-6 is easier 2 mod. Best 2 mode 135.

 

[jinooi]

Re: Recommendations for mods for 120i cabrio

hi guys,

hopefully collecting my 120i by early ext month, can someone recommend some light mods to improve performance?

looking at improving intake , even ECU upgrade (just not sure anyone here has even tuned a 1 series)


Also PMLl says it will bring in the performance part package for the 1 series... wondering if they will fit my 4 pot , esp for the intake and exhaust ....

congrats on your new ride! guess you will be one of the first few one series on the roads.

noticed that you have posted a few times asking for info...

1st question to ask yourself is - are you sure that you would want to mod to improve performance? that would effectively void your warranty.

aesthetic mods on the other hand would not...

that's y the so called 'performance package' from PML is confined to suspension, brake kit, sports seats, etc. - nothing that would effectively make your car go faster...

that's y the mod virus usually bites after 3 years of ownership.

however, if you are one of the brave souls who think 'to hell with the warranty' [**APPLAUSE**] there are many people here who would be more than glad to help you out.

 

[Herman]

Re: Recommendations for mods for 120i cabrio

Rims.
Bodykit.
Tints.
Exhaust.
Air Filter.
Spark Plugs.
Ignition upgrade @ Ron's.

And the list goes on...

 

[vone]

Re: Recommendations for mods for 120i cabrio

aiya, must do something to make it special mah.... ya i also know the 4 pot is not fantastic... but sigh.. fuel prices sky high....plus need the open top for the missus....

anyway, looking to do basic mods first.... air filter, spark plugs, maybe the sprint booster, insulate the intake chamber........ all these 3 won't void warranty hor....

 

[Azrielsc]

Re: Recommendations for mods for 120i cabrio

U can download the BMW Performance catalog over here:

Catalog transation by pousa13:

Catalog contains:
- Aerodynamics
BMW Performance aerodynamic package
BMW aerodynamic components
- Drive and under-carriage
BMNW Performance braking system
BMW Performace Alloy rims doublespoke Styling 269
BMW Performance sport suspension
BMW Performance strut brace
- Powertrain
BMW Performance air intake
BMW Performance exhaust system
- Interieur
BMW short shift kit
BMW carbon fiber interieur parts
BMW alloy pedals and footrest
BMW Performance sports seats
BMW Performance steering wheel


BMW aerodynamic package
aviable for E81,82,87,87 LCI,E88
including:
-frontbumper
-side skirts
-M rear bumper
-front grill black (felt and right)

BMW aerodynamic components-cabron fiber mirror caps
-cabron fiber trunk lid spoiler
-carbon fiber rear diffusor for M-bumper
-cabron fiber front splitter


BMW Performance braking system
6 piston brake caliper
brake disc is perforated and grooved
including:
-brake discs
-brake caliper (yellow) (not necessary for 135i)


BMW Performance sport suspension
aviable for E81,82,87,90,92
rideheight will be lower than with m-sport suspension
including:
-2x compression leg
-2x shock absorber
-2x anti-roll bar
-rubber bearing for front and rear anti-roll bar
-2x strut support bearing
-4x additional shock-absorber
-small parts (screws...)

BMW Performance alloy rims
weightsaving about 1kg to a same sized rim
18" for E85/86
18" for E81,82,87,88
18" for E46
19" for E90,91,92,93 (except xDrive)

BMW Performance strut brace (carbon fiber)
aviable only for inline 6 M54,4 cylinder diesel,6 cylinder petrol (NOT 135i/335i)


BMW Performance air intake
up to 25% better airflow
better sound in passenger compartment

BMW Performance exhaust system
stainless steel
better exhaust flow
sportier sound inside and outside

BMW short shift kit
reducing shiftling travel by 25%
new alcantara gearknob
including:
-gearshift lever
-gearknob
-alcantara application
-gearshift arm (only 335i)

carbon fiber interieur parts
aviable for 1 series, 3 series

BMW sports seats
weights ~3kg/seat less than sport seats
can be connected with heated seat controlling
aviable for 1 series and 3 series (excluding convertibles)
not for US sales!

BMW Performance steering wheel
fitting E9x,E8x
for controlling the display, the steeringwheel is equipped with two buttons hidden under the alcantara
the buttons are located in the area of the thumb rest
the display features the folowing informations:
-stoppwatch
-stoppwatch race (1/100s), up to 10 interim times,
launch command via symbolic traffic light, reaction timer, maximum speed, top score will be saved automatically
-Quatermile race via symbolic traffic light, times for 1/8 mile, 1/4 mile
-acceleration timer 0-40km/h,0-60km/h,...up to 400 meters
-g-meter (transverse & straight acceleration)
-engine & oil temperature
-shiftlights - 2x5 LEDs

 

[vone]

Re: Recommendations for mods for 120i cabrio

Hah... yup... eyeing the CF bits, even the intake and exhaust.. provided it fits the 120i....

The steering wheel looks shiok!!! but no paddle shift? means not made for Autos?

 

[VolanteDB9]

Re: Recommendations for mods for 120i cabrio

Shoes first...

DPE~~~

and now we have bros here whom can do it with much better prices than in e past and without much hassle...

DPE~~~

 

[vone]

Re: Recommendations for mods for 120i cabrio

What is DPE ah.. sorrie newbie here..... searched , but no results using forum search function

 

[Mockngbrd]

Re: Recommendations for mods for 120i cabrio

Dynamic Performance Engineeering