Alberta Owners-Dinan Tune

M2point5 · 01-18-2009, 03:48 PM

Has anyone priced any of the Dinan tunes at Alberta Dealers? I'm looking to do my 135i this spring and I was wondering which shops were responsive to doing the mod.

Price isn't the only factor as long as the shop is williing to stand behind the work.

ZIPNBYE · 01-18-2009, 06:16 PM

Both Edmonton BMW and Bavaria BMW do it...and stand behind it.

The ECU tune is a down-time of 10 days, as they send your ECU via courier to Dinan, who in turn sends it back. YES, that's correct! I found it surprising too, but already inquired...so factor that into your plans.

While no affect on Dinan parts, labour rates and standard parts are cheaper at both dealerships with a Northern Alberta BMW Club membership. The link in my sig line will get you to the club's website.

raisemyrent · 01-18-2009, 08:30 PM

I wonder if anyone has it.... that would be one 135i to be scared off (off the line on a safe location for a sprint)

never · 01-18-2009, 08:34 PM

Both of the Calgary dealers do it too...it was around $2000 for Stage II...not sure if it has changed in the past six months though.

M2point5 · 01-19-2009, 12:59 AM

Thanks guys. I'll make some calls this week to inquire over price. I knew there would be the down time. Only hard part is being 5 hours away to drop the car off for that long. Wonder how hard it is to pull the ECU while its down for winter storage?

Richard, did you ever get a ball park price out of the both. Looking forward to joining the NA BMW club this spring. Can't come soon enough.

ZIPNBYE · 01-19-2009, 09:21 AM

Yes, I did...can't recall what it was though...I'll look once at home again (posting through work on this reply).

It is higher than $2,000, and I would despute the Calgary price posted one higher...as being out of date, given the latest dollar to dollar fluctuations as of late. It may have been that low when we were at a $1.10 US, but now that it's nearer to $0.80 US, it's gone up.

As to joining the NABMWClub...you can do it online (hopefully fixed now, as it was down in December) or via the mail...why wait until spring specifically?

alimjessa · 01-19-2009, 09:40 AM

Hey guys, I have the Stg 2 here in Calgary. I got mine done at RCTS. They are a Dinan dealer here and will get the job done quicker and better then both dealers in Calgary. I have dealt with them in the past and Rej is a great guy. They convert the exchange rate when you get the tune done. Based on your EMU, they might have to send it to the states for the tune. I have a Feb production and EMU80 so I did not have to send mine in. It's a great product and you should fly after that.

ZIPNBYE · 01-19-2009, 10:33 AM

Feb production? 2008 car? How can a person determine their car's software?

M2point5 · 01-19-2009, 01:35 PM

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Originally Posted by ZIPNBYE

Yes, I did...can't recall what it was though...I'll look once at home again (posting through work on this reply).

It is higher than $2,000, and I would despute the Calgary price posted one higher...as being out of date, given the latest dollar to dollar fluctuations as of late. It may have been that low when we were at a $1.10 US, but now that it's nearer to $0.80 US, it's gone up.

As to joining the NABMWClub...you can do it online (hopefully fixed now, as it was down in December) or via the mail...why wait until spring specifically?

I'm up to my eyeballs in work! I'll look to join sooner, but the car is a little off in my thoughts now.

My car is a pre-feb production as well. Does that mean it won't have to be sent out to be done? I'm trying to make some calls this week. I'll post how it goes.

I don't have much faith in the west side Edmonton service department as I stopped in on my only road trip of the summer and the passenger window was not closing (know what it is from this site) and he hadn't heard anything about it. Said they may have to lubricate the sills to fix it, but I reminded him its a frameless window! I stood at the service area for 10 minutes while 3 reps typed away before anyone said anything to me. They were too busy talking to one another and gushing all over one customer who put winter tires on his X6.

I'm leary to do the upgrade outside of the dealers as I don't want them to blame the flash for every future problem. I can see the conversations now. "your washer fluid tank has cracked, you didn't have someone do a custom tune did you?"...

ridsama · 01-20-2009, 02:30 PM

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Originally Posted by alimjessa

Hey guys, I have the Stg 2 here in Calgary. I got mine done at RCTS. They are a Dinan dealer here and will get the job done quicker and better then both dealers in Calgary. I have dealt with them in the past and Rej is a great guy. They convert the exchange rate when you get the tune done. Based on your EMU, they might have to send it to the states for the tune. I have a Feb production and EMU80 so I did not have to send mine in. It's a great product and you should fly after that.

How much did it cost you?

alimjessa · 01-20-2009, 08:59 PM

I paid $2150.00 with install. However at that time we were slighter over par. It probably would be more now. However if you get it done by the end of Feb, you get 15% off, that should compensate for the exchange differance.

ZIPNBYE · 01-21-2009, 07:04 AM

Per my inquiry with Edmonton BMW a few weeks back, re: the Stage 2 tune, here's the response:

Quote:

Thank you for your inquiry.

Your evhcile would be down for aprox 10 days. the DME is shipped to Dinan for programming and then returned.

Currently, the Stage 2 option is $2875 + GST which includes duty, shipping, conversion & install. Also, for a limited time, Dinan is offering a factory rebate of aprox $300US which is currently equivalent to $375CDN

Farouk Lila

You can reach Farouk, who is the Dinan rep at Edmonton BMW at flila@edmontonbmw.com.

M2point5 · 01-21-2009, 01:43 PM

Thanks again Richard. Nice to have a number to index off.

Speed Cat · 02-01-2009, 10:46 PM

Calgary BMW was $2500.00ish installed.. It was $2000.00 when the dollar was good.

YYC135 · 06-19-2009, 04:53 PM

I just booked my 135 into Cagary BMW for the Stage 2. The quote was for $2,385 (taxes in) + installation at $135 - I believe. They are booking about a 8 business days out and need the car for the day.

Hope this helps.

ZIPNBYE · 06-23-2009, 01:57 PM

I think you're a decimal point off on the installation cost...it's over $1,000.

Canuck · 07-18-2009, 01:42 AM

I had the stage 2 upgrade done at Edmonton BMW about 3 weeks ago. They can now flash the ECU inhouse. I dropped my car off in the morning and picked it up at noon. Cost was $2630.00 + gst. (2500.00 for the "part" and 130.00 for labor) The smile just gets bigger and bigger.............

01-18-2009, 03:48 PM	#1
M2point5 Private 9 Rep 59 Posts Drives: Join Date: Apr 2008 iTrader: (0)	Alberta Owners-Dinan Tune Has anyone priced any of the Dinan tunes at Alberta Dealers? I'm looking to do my 135i this spring and I was wondering which shops were responsive to doing the mod. Price isn't the only factor as long as the shop is williing to stand behind the work.
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ZIPNBYE Let's save military ranks for those who earn it! 45 Rep 1,161 Posts Drives: ...on the Ragged Edge Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Edmonton, AB, Canada iTrader: (6) Garage List 2013 BMW e92 M3 Cou ... [7.50] 2013 BMW e84 X1 xDr ... [7.00]	Both Edmonton BMW and Bavaria BMW do it...and stand behind it. The ECU tune is a down-time of 10 days, as they send your ECU via courier to Dinan, who in turn sends it back. YES, that's correct! I found it surprising too, but already inquired...so factor that into your plans. While no affect on Dinan parts, labour rates and standard parts are cheaper at both dealerships with a Northern Alberta BMW Club membership. The link in my sig line will get you to the club's website. __________________ Richard 2013 BMW M3 Individual -- Fire Orange (sold) 2013 BMW X1 xDrive35i M-Sport -- Valencia Orange (sold) 2011 BMW 1-series M Coupe (#205/220) -- Valencia Orange (sold) 2009 BMW 135i M-Sport Coupe -- Space Grey (sold)
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01-18-2009, 08:30 PM	#3
raisemyrent Captain 43 Rep 910 Posts Drives: Black Sapphire 428i xD GC Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Vancouver, BC iTrader: (0)	I wonder if anyone has it.... that would be one 135i to be scared off (off the line on a safe location for a sprint) __________________ 435i Coupe Estoril Blue on Black X Drive, M Sport Package Stage II, Premium Package
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01-18-2009, 08:34 PM	#4
never driver 1 Rep 142 Posts Drives: not a 135 anymore Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Canada iTrader: (0)	Both of the Calgary dealers do it too...it was around $2000 for Stage II...not sure if it has changed in the past six months though.
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M2point5 Private 9 Rep 59 Posts Drives: Join Date: Apr 2008 iTrader: (0)	Thanks guys. I'll make some calls this week to inquire over price. I knew there would be the down time. Only hard part is being 5 hours away to drop the car off for that long. Wonder how hard it is to pull the ECU while its down for winter storage? Richard, did you ever get a ball park price out of the both. Looking forward to joining the NA BMW club this spring. Can't come soon enough.
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ZIPNBYE Let's save military ranks for those who earn it! 45 Rep 1,161 Posts Drives: ...on the Ragged Edge Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Edmonton, AB, Canada iTrader: (6) Garage List 2013 BMW e92 M3 Cou ... [7.50] 2013 BMW e84 X1 xDr ... [7.00]	Yes, I did...can't recall what it was though...I'll look once at home again (posting through work on this reply). It is higher than $2,000, and I would despute the Calgary price posted one higher...as being out of date, given the latest dollar to dollar fluctuations as of late. It may have been that low when we were at a $1.10 US, but now that it's nearer to $0.80 US, it's gone up. As to joining the NABMWClub...you can do it online (hopefully fixed now, as it was down in December) or via the mail...why wait until spring specifically? __________________ Richard 2013 BMW M3 Individual -- Fire Orange (sold) 2013 BMW X1 xDrive35i M-Sport -- Valencia Orange (sold) 2011 BMW 1-series M Coupe (#205/220) -- Valencia Orange (sold) 2009 BMW 135i M-Sport Coupe -- Space Grey (sold)
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alimjessa Private 0 Rep 57 Posts Drives: BMW 135 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Calgary iTrader: (0)	Hey guys, I have the Stg 2 here in Calgary. I got mine done at RCTS. They are a Dinan dealer here and will get the job done quicker and better then both dealers in Calgary. I have dealt with them in the past and Rej is a great guy. They convert the exchange rate when you get the tune done. Based on your EMU, they might have to send it to the states for the tune. I have a Feb production and EMU80 so I did not have to send mine in. It's a great product and you should fly after that.
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alimjessa Private 0 Rep 57 Posts Drives: BMW 135 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Calgary iTrader: (0)	I paid $2150.00 with install. However at that time we were slighter over par. It probably would be more now. However if you get it done by the end of Feb, you get 15% off, that should compensate for the exchange differance.
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M2point5 Private 9 Rep 59 Posts Drives: Join Date: Apr 2008 iTrader: (0)	Thanks again Richard. Nice to have a number to index off.
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YYC135 Registered 0 Rep 4 Posts Drives: 2009 135i SGM Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Calgary iTrader: (0)	I just booked my 135 into Cagary BMW for the Stage 2. The quote was for $2,385 (taxes in) + installation at $135 - I believe. They are booking about a 8 business days out and need the car for the day. Hope this helps.
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ZIPNBYE Let's save military ranks for those who earn it! 45 Rep 1,161 Posts Drives: ...on the Ragged Edge Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Edmonton, AB, Canada iTrader: (6) Garage List 2013 BMW e92 M3 Cou ... [7.50] 2013 BMW e84 X1 xDr ... [7.00]	I think you're a decimal point off on the installation cost...it's over $1,000. __________________ Richard 2013 BMW M3 Individual -- Fire Orange (sold) 2013 BMW X1 xDrive35i M-Sport -- Valencia Orange (sold) 2011 BMW 1-series M Coupe (#205/220) -- Valencia Orange (sold) 2009 BMW 135i M-Sport Coupe -- Space Grey (sold)
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Canuck Enlisted Member 3 Rep 31 Posts Drives: 08 135i Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Edmonton, Alberta iTrader: (0)	I had the stage 2 upgrade done at Edmonton BMW about 3 weeks ago. They can now flash the ECU inhouse. I dropped my car off in the morning and picked it up at noon. Cost was $2630.00 + gst. (2500.00 for the "part" and 130.00 for labor) The smile just gets bigger and bigger............. __________________ 135i 6M Sedona Coral M Sport Pkg Premium Pkg
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