Dinan Engine Software for the E63/E64 (regular and M6)

[BHR4CE1]

Dinan Engine Software for the E63 M6 raises the factory rev-limiter by 150 rpm (8400 rpm maximum), endowing the V-10 with a broader power band and greater road speed potential in each gear. The software also removes the top speed governor, enabling the cars to attain their "natural" top speed; and the V-10s WILL pull right to red-line in top gear! The software also speeds up throttle response, providing a sportier feel and improved modulation capabilities.

The combination of Dinan's re-calibration of ignition timing and air/fuel ratios, along with a simple modification to the stock air filter elements, produces a maximum gain of 15 hp @ 8100 rpm and 15 lb-ft torque @ just 3000 rpm. The modification consists of simply removing the charcoal filter from the stock air filter element, providing improved air flow.

Dinan's software also provides re-calibration of the factory "torque limiting" programming, ensuring that maximum power is available under varying driving conditions.

The software is easily downloaded directly through the factory port by your Authorized Dinan Dealer. There's no need to remove the computer and there's no "in-line" or "piggy back" device to accomplish the modifications. As you might expect, only Dinan loads the program in the same manner BMW intended. And with Dinan's matching new-car warranty coverage, there's no need to worry about hiding the software from your dealer or removing a device before taking your car in for service or repair for fear of affecting your warranty coverage. Performance without sacrifice!

Product Details:
Part #: D900-51M
Price: $999.00
Labor Units: 0.50
Emission Status: 49 State Emission Legal
Peak Horsepower Gain: 15 @ 8100 rpm*
Peak Torque Gain: 16 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm*

A Stage 2 version of the software has also been developed in order to take full advantage of the additional air-flow produced by the High Flow Throttle Bodies, optimizing both performance and drivability.


The new Dinan M6 Engine Software will be available at your local Authorized Dinan Dealer beginning August 10th.

[Enigma]

The new Dinan M6 Engine Software will be available at your local Authorized Dinan Dealer beginning August 10th.
Lord Bear, M6 only? :cry: What about the 650i? Any idea? :helpsign:
Thanks,
VR>

[boxboss]

The new Dinan M6 Engine Software will be available at your local Authorized Dinan Dealer beginning August 10th.
Lord Bear, M6 only? :cry: What about the 650i? Any idea? :helpsign:
Thanks,
VR>
It is suprising that Dinan would aim for the M6 market only. The potential buyer pool would be much larger in the non-M's.

[BHR4CE1]

Performance Engine Software is now available for the 645, extracting additional power as well as improving drivabiltiy. The software safely raises the rev-limiter by 250 rpm, enabling you to carry more road speed in each gear, as well as optimize shift points. The top speed governor has been removed, enabling the cars to reach their natural top speed. Revsised EML tuning provides improved drivability by speeding up throttle response.

The software is easily downloaded by your Authorized Dinan Dealer without removal of the computer or the need to send it to Dinan for initialization.

Additional stages of Dinan Engine Software are available for use with other Dinan products available for the cars in order to ensure maximum performance, reliability and drivability.

Part #: Price:
D900-456 $499.00
Labor Units: 0.5 hours
Emission Status: 49 State Emission Legal
Special Notes: K&N free flow air filter element recommended for optimum performance.
Peak Horsepower Gain: 8 @ 6500 rpm*
Peak Torque Gain: 6 lb-ft @ 6500 rpm*


*Dyno results when combined with a K&N free flow air filter (available at additional cost).

[Enigma]

Performance Engine Software is now available for the 645, extracting additional power as well as improving drivabiltiy. The software safely raises the rev-limiter by 250 rpm, enabling you to carry more road speed in each gear, as well as optimize shift points. The top speed governor has been removed, enabling the cars to reach their natural top speed. Revsised EML tuning provides improved drivability by speeding up throttle response.

The software is easily downloaded by your Authorized Dinan Dealer without removal of the computer or the need to send it to Dinan for initialization.

Additional stages of Dinan Engine Software are available for use with other Dinan products available for the cars in order to ensure maximum performance, reliability and drivability.

Part #: Price:
D900-456 $499.00
Labor Units: 0.5 hours
Emission Status: 49 State Emission Legal
Special Notes: K&N free flow air filter element recommended for optimum performance.
Peak Horsepower Gain: 8 @ 6500 rpm*
Peak Torque Gain: 6 lb-ft @ 6500 rpm*


*Dyno results when combined with a K&N free flow air filter (available at additional cost).
Thanks Lord Bear. Now, this is something I would consider (only if it doesn't void my warranty :contract: ).
VR>

[boxboss]

Peak Horsepower Gain: 8 @ 6500 rpm*
Peak Torque Gain: 6 lb-ft @ 6500 rpm*
*Dyno results when combined with a K&N free flow air filter (available at additional cost).
So, you buy the software, get a K&N filter, and manage an 8 hp gain? That's less than 2.5% in the 645. One would be better off to find ways to reduce excess weight, like tossing out a shotgun passenger on demanding roads! :shocked: :youbet:

[BHR4CE1]

So, you buy the software, get a K&N filter, and manage an 8 hp gain? That's less than 2.5% in the 645. One would be better off to find ways to reduce excess weight, like tossing out a shotgun passenger on demanding roads! :shocked: :youbet:


Yup, seems like a lot of $$ for a little gain. Just drive around with half a tank...that should save you some weight!

[boxboss]

So, you buy the software, get a K&N filter, and manage an 8 hp gain? That's less than 2.5% in the 645. One would be better off to find ways to reduce excess weight, like tossing out a shotgun passenger on demanding roads! :shocked: :youbet:


Yup, seems like a lot of $$ for a little gain. Just drive around with half a tank...that should save you some weight!
But then again, I could put a "DINAN" emblem on the back... :shake:

[Richard in NC]

So, you buy the software, get a K&N filter, and manage an 8 hp gain? That's less than 2.5% in the 645. One would be better off to find ways to reduce excess weight, like tossing out a shotgun passenger on demanding roads! :shocked: :youbet:


Yup, seems like a lot of $$ for a little gain. Just drive around with half a tank...that should save you some weight!
But then again, I could put a "DINAN" emblem on the back... :shake:

The DINAN badge adds about 5 more HP but costs $10k in mods before you can get one :(

[Kev946]

Here in the UK we have DMS Automotive. They offer an upgrade for the 650i that takes power up to 398bhp for similar money. They seem to do alot of diesel upgrades for BMW's, particularly the 3.0d. They offer there own warranty and claim they re-mapping can't be detected. However, there has been some cases where dealers have spotted it due to performance and the date on the mapping, i.e. later than on the dealers record.

See http://www.dmsautomotive.com/index.asp?upid=16&msid=3

[Enigma]

For my daily commute, I'm happy with what I've got (there is no way I could do 0-60 in the "parking lots" that we have here on our highways). Now, if one is to take their 6er to track, that's different story. But then again, how many people buy 6ers to race them. I'm not a ricer, so I :dunno: Just my .02c
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[cobradav]

I suppose I should post this OLD data. I have not tried to update for some time. I came close a couple of times of doing the Upsolute, but just never got roundtoit. To busy :race:

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[BHR4CE1]

I came close a couple of times of doing the Upsolute, but just never got roundtoit.

Consider yourself lucky!

I am not sure about Upsolute's quality when it comes to BMW, but I had their performance software installed in one of my Beetles ($600 :100: ) and it was one of the worst mistakes I have ever made.

The car ran like CR*P and felt like it was starved for fuel all the time.

When I contacted Upsolute, they told me it must be something else wrong with the car :jackit: and that it was just a coincidence. :blah:

After fighting with them for a week on it, I had APR install their software and it was like a new car. The car was lightning fast, and ran like a top. :mrgreen:

Upsolute would not give me ANY type of refund, even though it was less then 10 days old and it was it was obvious that it was their inferior product that made my vehicle run like SH*T! To Upsolute, I say :finger: :vomit: :chophead: :stick:

I have NEVER forgotten how they treated me, and will ALWAYS let people know.

[cobradav]

I came close a couple of times of doing the Upsolute, but just never got roundtoit.

Consider yourself lucky!

I am not sure about Upsolute's quality when it comes to BMW, but I had their performance software installed in one of my Beetles ($600 :100: ) and it was one of the worst mistakes I have ever made.

The car ran like CR*P and felt like it was starved for fuel all the time.

When I contacted Upsolute, they told me it must be something else wrong with the car :jackit: and that it was just a coincidence. :blah:

After fighting with them for a week on it, I had APR install their software and it was like a new car. The car was lightning fast, and ran like a top. :mrgreen:

Upsolute would not give me ANY type of refund, even though it was less then 10 days old and it was it was obvious that it was their inferior product that made my vehicle run like SH*T! To Upsolute, I say :finger: :vomit: :chophead: :stick:

I have NEVER forgotten how they treated me, and will ALWAYS let people know.

I think one of the things that put me off was how it was to be installed by a shade (shady) tree mechanic at his home. Also the price differential. Typically, in my line of work, you throw out the high and low bids and work with the ones clustered in a group. It generally means they "understand the problem."

I did have one positive on their work on a BMW, but much more on Wetterauer, and DMS (mostly from European users), but I appreciate your input.

[vegastrashed]

I have read this very same subject over on the M5board. Many think that the 15 hp gain is due to the removal of the charcoal filter. IMO, there isn't any power gain to be made from the Dinan software. At best it raises your redline and the speed governor is gone. There is better software than Dinan's as posted by Cobradav. I wouldn't be surprised if Dinan actually bought this from another vendor and calling it as their own. They have done this with some of their performance parts i.e. Dinan Big Brake Kit which is a rebranded Brembo BBK.

If there really is a power gain from the Dinan software then separate removing the charcoal filter and do a pre and post dyno run on Steven Dinan's personal M5.