2009 335xi - Mods I'm Thinking Of

I've had my car for six months now and have put on about 14k miles. Love it so far.

I'm thinking about doing some performance upgrades and wanted to get peoples thoughts on the following. I've searched the threads regarding upgrades but didn't see anything regarding this particular combination.

Cold Air Intake System
http://www.ultimate-racing.com/xcart...?productid=105

Downpipes
http://www.ultimate-racing.com/xcart...?productid=101

Exhaust
http://www.ultimate-racing.com/xcart...&cat=33&page=1

Chip
http://www.burgertuning.com/jb3pnp.html

Is anyone familiar with the Intake/Downpipe/Exhaust manufacturer?
Also, regarding the chip, I'm not sure which one to get. I'm thinking why not just go with the Stage 3 PnP

Any suggestions for alternatives? Anything I should think about before doing this stuff?

Thanks for any advice!

WOW, 14k miles in 6 months!?! You must have really enjoyed your car! Good for you

Yes, I'm very happy with it so far. I'm on the road all the time and wanted something comfortable and sporty to drive, so this seemed like the perfect choice.

Had a HPFP replaced about a month ago, but other than that it has been great!

UR is a reputable brand, and I have JB+ from Burger. Are you worried about warranty? The JB3 can be popped in/out when you go in for service so no biggie there. The other stuff is gonna be hard to hide if you need service.

Make sure you don't cut up the factory exhaust too much if you don't have to.

MattieB - I'm not not worried about the warranty. At the rate I'm putting on miles the warranty will be up in 1.5 years. I was more just wondering if what I plan on doing is a good combination if I am looking for some more horsepower.

Someone mentioned that installing downpipes wouldn't make much difference if the stock exhaust is still on, which is part of the reason I thought I'd do the exhaust as well.

Oldtoe - I wouldn't mind trying to do this stuff myself. I have access to a lift and there are people at the shop who'll help if I need it. From what I've read, everything is bolt on, no welding required and the JB3 is just plug and play.

I've done some basic car work. Brakes, rotors, shocks. Replaced a transmission and engine in my old Saab. Would these mods be to ambitious to try myself? Any idea where I can find some helpful info?

Thanks!

Downpipes in the x-drive are a challenging install. From my understanding you need to drop the subframe and probably disassemble right drive shaft in order to remove OEM DPs (that or cut the stock DPs to get them out). I am considering doing this but am pretty intimidated by the install.

Adding a tune, upgrading the crappy OEM suspension with KW V3 (or similar coilover), adding aftermarket FMIC and a catback exhaust might be the most sensible route. Upgrading the suspension eliminates the annoying floaty suspension which is the achilles heal of the xdrive models, and is really important if you boost power output with a tune.

I agree. With an xi suspension is a must when it comes to the upgrade list. Should be very close to the top if not first.

I actually thought about the suspension. Wasn't sure if it would be more important to get to that before the upgrades or not, but from what I've read the general concensus seems to be that a better suspension is a must with upgrades.

Thanks for the responses.

I would love to know your real life numbers and feeling when these are done... Let us know.

Anyone out there know how to convert the sport supspension in the 335i to the 335xi. Is it very difficult? We just purchased a 335xi with sport but it did not have the same feel as the 335i with the sport package. Please advise.

We can help... What are your goals with the car?

What do you all think about the Dinan mods for the 335xi ? - ie. engine, suspension, brakes? I would probably go eisenmann racing quad tips for the exhaust. Honestly I would only do the rear section. I like it to be relatively quiet when cruising.