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PAPER OR PLASTIC => Vendors / GB => Topic started by: MarkD on June 05, 2007, 07:51:32 AM
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How many of you would like one of my e30 318is chips? I will be happy to run some sort of group buy.
How about:
5 to 9 orders = 10% off
10 to 19 orders: 15% off
more than 20 orders: 18% off the posted price!
It would run like this: Order your chip from the site, quote this sale code: M42CLUB-GB
and soon after the sale ends, I'll tally up how many sales came in and send the discounts. I can also post every week how many orders arrived with the sale code so you have an idea where the discount is heading.
This group buy will run from now till July 5.
This a great deal and I doubt I'll repeat these prices.
MarkD
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edit: never mind
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very interested, as well
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What about shipping costs to Finland?
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Just one week after I got my fleabay dinan clone.
Mark, what is the price before discount and do you have any dyno graphs you can show us?
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Yes please! Chip for standard '91 318is + 93 Octane.
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Just one week after I got my fleabay dinan clone.
Mark, what is the price before discount and do you have any dyno graphs you can show us?
His website is in his sig.
Take a look there, I believe they're $230.
I remember back in the day when I jumped in on the bimmerforums group buy.
I scored mine for $190. Hopefully it'll happen again!
Mark,
Post this up on R3V, there may me be a couple of m42 owners over there that still haven't discovered this goldmine :)
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Depending on price and delivery cost to Australia.
Also Mark can you tell me if you do anything for 95 octane fuel or if the 91 chip will need amendment to get the most out of 95.
The 91 stuff here in Oz is real rough (suitable for cleaner) and I only run my goggo mobile on 95 or better.
Thanks
Cristian
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You wouldn't happen to have any dyno graphs would you? Im sure your do if you doing all of the tunning, a stock and your chip plot would be great.
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Depending on price and delivery cost to Australia.
Also Mark can you tell me if you do anything for 95 octane fuel or if the 91 chip will need amendment to get the most out of 95.
The 91 stuff here in Oz is real rough (suitable for cleaner) and I only run my goggo mobile on 95 or better.
Thanks
Cristian
we use different ratings, RON vs MON. our 98 would probly be equivalent to the US 93 etc.
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What about shipping costs to Finland?
I'll ship it by airmail for $5 more.
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Depending on price and delivery cost to Australia.
Also Mark can you tell me if you do anything for 95 octane fuel or if the 91 chip will need amendment to get the most out of 95.
The 91 stuff here in Oz is real rough (suitable for cleaner) and I only run my goggo mobile on 95 or better.
Thanks
Cristian
$5 extra for delivery if outside the USA. It's usually included when you pay the regular price.
(it's included for all USA customers even with this sale)
95 RON = 91 AKI.
So my chip which is tuned for 91 AKI will work with your 95 RON. :)
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You wouldn't happen to have any dyno graphs would you? Im sure your do if you doing all of the tunning, a stock and your chip plot would be great.
Yes I did all the tuning, but no UI don't have a dyno plot.
Why? because I tuned this one on the street and track, as the dyno was not available then. What's important is that the AFR is good.
At least 30 people use this chip and they are all happy campers.
If I can locate a 318iS here, I'll arrange some dyno testing but it would be at least a month from now. The dyno will not show you the much better part throttle response and that is where these chips shine.
Add your name here if you are interested in this GB, so we can see what the interest is.
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I may not answer email, PM's and any posts when I am in Chicago starting June 8.
Mark
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Yes I did all the tuning, but no UI don't have a dyno plot.
Why? because I tuned this one on the street and track, as the dyno was not available then. What's important is that the AFR is good.
At least 30 people use this chip and they are all happy campers.
If I can locate a 318iS here, I'll arrange some dyno testing but it would be at least a month from now. The dyno will not show you the much better part throttle response and that is where these chips shine.
Add your name here if you are interested in this GB, so we can see what the interest is.
1.Blackice :D #1 Baby !
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I may not answer email, PM's and any posts when I am in Chicago starting June 8.
Mark
# 1 Baby !
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His website is in his sig.
Take a look there, I believe they're $230.
I remember back in the day when I jumped in on the bimmerforums group buy.
I scored mine for $190. Hopefully it'll happen again!
Mark,
Post this up on R3V, there may me be a couple of m42 owners over there that still haven't discovered this goldmine :)
I'm not a sponsor there so I don't think I should post it, but maybe one of you could do it. I know that Sam does'nt mind me posting here.
Mark
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I'm not a sponsor there so I don't think I should post it, but maybe one of you could do it. I know that Sam does'nt mind me posting here.
Mark
No problem Mark.
I'll send you a link of the post.
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Great product. I really like mine.
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Add your name here if you are interested in this GB, so we can see what the interest is.
1. Blackice
2. 16v of Fury
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Yes I did all the tuning, but no UI don't have a dyno plot.
Why? because I tuned this one on the street and track, as the dyno was not available then. What's important is that the AFR is good.
At least 30 people use this chip and they are all happy campers.
If I can locate a 318iS here, I'll arrange some dyno testing but it would be at least a month from now. The dyno will not show you the much better part throttle response and that is where these chips shine.
I can do a side by side if you want to send me a chip. I have a dyno at my disposal and scouts honor Ill give it back in a timely fashion. I can even do stock chip, your chip, and Dinan's chip in one sitting for a real comparison.
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Add your name here if you are interested in this GB, so we can see what the interest is.
1. Blackice
2. 16v of Fury
3. Silverblades181
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Btw, whats the rev limit?
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I'll ship it by airmail for $5 more.
More to what? I looked into your website and I did not find any shipping costs to anywhere? Could you please tell what are the total shipping costs to Finland?
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Are there 93 Octane and 91 Octane versions of these chips? Or just the one version? The website shows only one version, and only for 175 ECU's.
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I only saw the 91 version. Is there much of a difference between the 91 and the 93.
BTW I belive all of the e30 318's are 175-code ECU's.
Still debating on whether or not to take the plunge...
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Are there 93 Octane and 91 Octane versions of these chips? Or just the one version? The website shows only one version, and only for 175 ECU's.
*EDIT*
Mark doesn't sell a 93 chip anymore.
I believe all of our ECU's are 175... I could be wrong though.
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I would also like to know the difference between the 91 and 93 octane chip.
BTW Mark, the PayPal description for the chip says 92 octane:
E.A.T. Ultrachip for 2291 318iS M42 using 92 octane, DME175.7K1
Item #E30-175.7K1
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Gotta get my school money and I'll pop my name in this GB.. damn bank is taking a while to disperse... :(
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When is this going to happen? And when will we need to pay?
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I'm in too...what's taking so long?
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Guys the group will run until July 5th...meaning that the chips won't be sent out anytime before then!
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Count me in as well for the group buy. 1990 318is
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silverblades181
Add your name here if you are interested in this GB, so we can see what the interest is.
1. Blackice
2. 16v of Fury
3. Silverblades181
4. manuel 1990 318IS
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Btw, whats the rev limit?
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More to what? I looked into your website and I did not find any shipping costs to anywhere? Could you please tell what are the total shipping costs to Finland?
Frankie,
in the past I've usually included shipping by airmail to any country outside the USA for free, but was thinking of charging $5 for it when I have a sale. I thought about it after I posted the response to you, and figured I'll include shipping for the sale at no extra charge.
Mark
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Guys the group will run until July 5th...meaning that the chips won't be sent out anytime before then!
I could send them out all as the orders come in. In that case you would have to pay full price, and on July 6 or so I'll tally up all the orders and refund the appropriate amount. That's what I often do with other sales. If you choose to do this, please mention M42CLUB-GB in the PayPal comments field and I'll know you are in on the GB.
All orders received by any Friday will be shipped Monday by USPS if you are in the USA. Orders to other countries are shipped twice a week, usually Saturday and Wednesday.
Mark
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I would also like to know the difference between the 91 and 93 octane chip.
BTW Mark, the PayPal description for the chip says 92 octane:
E.A.T. Ultrachip for 2291 318iS M42 using 92 octane, DME175.7K1
Item #E30-175.7K1
I made a new version that is tuned for 93 octane. (it was made last July).
It may work in some cars with 92, but it's a more potent chip than what I shipped as the 92 octane chip before July, 2006. It's best to use 93 octane with it. I need to update the website.
Mark
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I made a new version that is tuned for 93 octane. (it was made last July).
It may work in some cars with 92, but it's a more potent chip than what I shipped as the 92 octane chip before July, 2006. It's best to use 93 ocatne with it. I need to update the website.
Mark
Is it a big advantage over the 91 octane one...because always gasing up with 94 can get expensive. Those are the only 2 options here in Quebec.
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Is it a big advantage over the 91 octane one...because always gasing up with 94 can get expensive. Those are the only 2 options here in Quebec.
It is a noticeable difference but if you are concerned about the fuel costs, get the 91 octane chip. It works well.
Mark
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I'll take a 93 Octane chip, thanks!
Any dyno graphs, Mark?
Just wanted to mention that I've always heard awesome things about your chips - can't wait to put one in my car!
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Mark, will you apply the discount once the group is over or should i put my name on the list?
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1. Blackice
2. 16v of Fury
3. Silverblades181
4. manuel 1990 318IS
5. dude8383 - 93 Octane
6. 16v of Fury
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1. Blackice
2. 16v of Fury
3. Silverblades181
4. manuel 1990 318IS
5. dude8383 - 93 Octane
6. 16v of Fury - 93 Octane
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Usually e30 m42 dynofigures are around 140-150 at stock. I dynoed mine week ago and it was 144hp. Only mod was the cat-back which gives maybe 3-4hp or actually weakens the performance since the dynograph shows that the exhaust manifold flows too much.
http://www.m42club.com/forums/showpost.php?p=27827&postcount=23
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1. Blackice 93 Octane
2. 16v of Fury
3. Silverblades181
4. manuel 1990 318IS
5. dude8383 - 93 Octane
6. 16v of Fury - 93 Octane
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I see 16v of Fury on the list twice. In for two?
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I see 16v of Fury on the list twice. In for two?
hehe, he probably didn't notice.
can't wait to get my refund from miller. i want this chip! this weekend i will be installing my lightened flywheel :D
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Oops. Shit. Sorry.
Revised!
1. Blackice 93 Octane
2. 16v of Fury - 93 Octane
3. Silverblades181
4. manuel 1990 318IS
5. dude8383 - 93 Octane
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I'm interested. How much shipping to Montreal and do we have to pay the taxes?
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How will this work with me running catless to a dynamax superturbo? I Would end up doing the 93 since gas stations in the chicagoland area go 87 90 93. And can I use visa gift cards and my debit card with paypal?
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I'm interested. How much shipping to Montreal and do we have to pay the taxes?
I'll take care of the tax and shipping if you pay the $229 USD in the Canadian dollars equivalent. So, you pay $245 Canadian and I'll take care of shipping and taxes.
(and I'll send the refund in $ Canadian also)
Live rates at 2007.06.21 05:45:16 UTC
229.00 USD = 244.299 CAD
United States Dollars Canada Dollars
1 USD = 1.06681 CAD 1 CAD = 0.937376 USD
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Mark,
Can you tell me how this would go with a bigger TB.
I run 95 RON fuel only (I think that is the same as your 93) but am just trying to work out if I can use your chip with a bigger TB or if I should wait and get a custom chip done locally.
Thanks
Cristian
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Revised!
1. Blackice 93 Octane
2. 16v of Fury - 93 Octane
3. Silverblades181
4. manuel 1990 318IS
5. dude8383 - 93 Octane
6. robin 91 octane
Count me in for a 91 octane chip. Are we ordering them now, getting the chip now and then a refund come July, or are we waiting for everyone before placing an order?
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1. Blackice 93 Octane
2. 16v of Fury - 93 Octane
3. Silverblades181
4. manuel 1990 318IS
5. dude8383 - 93 Octane
6. robin 91 octane
7. Intense -91 octane, I think
we have 93 around here, but I don't want to go on a roadtrip and find out I can't get 93 anywhere.
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Come on guys, lets get 10 people on this thing!
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1. Blackice 93 Octane
2. 16v of Fury - 93 Octane
3. Silverblades181
4. manuel 1990 318IS
5. dude8383 - 93 Octane
6. robin 91 octane
7. Intense -91 octane, I think
8. achtunge30 - 93 octane
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1. Blackice 93 Octane
2. 16v of Fury - 93 Octane
3. Silverblades181 - 93 Octane
4. manuel 1990 318IS
5. dude8383 - 93 Octane
6. robin 91 octane
7. Intense -91 octane, I think
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How will this work with me running catless to a dynamax superturbo? I Would end up doing the 93 since gas stations in the chicagoland area go 87 90 93. And can I use visa gift cards and my debit card with paypal?
Answer? I would like to buy one
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I'd like to know how to order the 93 octane one. I'd like to order asap
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1. Blackice 93 Octane
2. 16v of Fury - 93 Octane
3. Silverblades181
4. manuel 1990 318IS
5. dude8383 - 93 Octane
6. robin 91 octane
7. Intense -91 octane, I think
8. roelpeeters -91 octane
I'm going to order today.
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Just to straighten this out-
Do you want us to mantion which version we would like in the Comments area? Also, you mentioned earlier that the site needs to be updated from saying 92 octane one the buying page. Is the chip 93 octane or 91?
Thanks
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1. Blackice 93 Octane
2. 16v of Fury - 93 Octane
3. Silverblades181
4. manuel 1990 318IS
5. dude8383 - 93 Octane
6. robin 91 octane
7. Intense -91 octane, I think
8. roelpeeters -91 octane
9. GearheadE30 - tentatively 93 octane
Lets got one more person!!!
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1. Blackice 93 Octane
2. 16v of Fury - 93 Octane
3. Silverblades181
4. manuel 1990 318IS
5. dude8383 - 93 Octane
6. robin 91 octane
7. Intense -91 octane, I think
8. roelpeeters -91 octane
9. GearheadE30 - tentatively 93 octane
10. kramerica5000 - 91 octane
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sweet!
how many people have PAID so far?
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I havn't...I'm waiting for the 93 octane to be put on the website.
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Same here.
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Same Here, 2ea. / 93 Needed
1. Blackice 93 Octane
2. 16v of Fury - 93 Octane
3. Silverblades181
4. manuel 1990 318IS
5. dude8383 - 93 Octane
6. robin 91 octane
7. Intense -91 octane, I think
8. roelpeeters -91 octane
9. GearheadE30 - tentatively 93 octane
10. kramerica5000 - 91 octane
11. Wise Old Dog-tentatively 93 octane
12. Wise Old Dog-tentatively 93 octane
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Mark, I would like to know if the chip works for 95 octane as well, here we only have 95 and 98 octane?.
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There were posts about this earlier in this thread. Your 95 should be about equal to US 91 iirc.
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I'd like to know how to order the 93 octane one. I'd like to order asap
Please specify "93 octane" in the comments field and I'll know to send that one out.
I'll update the website later with the 93 octane chip.
Mark
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Mark, I would like to know if the chip works for 95 octane as well, here we only have 95 and 98 octane?.
yes it will, your 95 RON is 91 AKI.
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I havn't...I'm waiting for the 93 octane to be put on the website.
When my PC crashed 3 months ago, I lost the free version of WS_FTP which I used to upload files to my webpage. I'll have to get another program before I can add that to my site.
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sweet!
how many people have PAID so far?
Only one! :(
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Mark,
Can you tell me how this would go with a bigger TB.
I run 95 RON fuel only (I think that is the same as your 93) but am just trying to work out if I can use your chip with a bigger TB or if I should wait and get a custom chip done locally.
Thanks
Cristian
I have not tried it with a bigger TB. 95 RON is 91 AKI, not 93.
I could add about 2% more fuel at WOT for your bigger TB.
Mark
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I'm interested. How much shipping to Montreal and do we have to pay the taxes?
It actually costs me twice as much to ship in Canada as it does to ship by USPS Prioity Post in the USA!
Please send me an email, I'll tell you how much to send me in Canadian dollars. (I have to calculate it). Then I don't lose out on the bad exchange rate from PayPal. I'll take care of the taxes somehow.
Mark
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Hey Mark,
Whats the current discount price?
I may go ahead and add myself to the list of people that have PAID!
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Hey Mark,
Whats the current discount price?
I may go ahead and add myself to the list of people that have PAID!
:)
There are currently 12 orders on the list so if that really goes through, the discount level is 15% off $229, = $194.65 !
If you order, you'll be the second person to actually pay.
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There are currently 12 orders on the list so if that really goes through, the discount level is 15% off $229, = $194.65 !
If you order, you'll be the second person to actually pay.
Done :)
Payment was sent through my other email.
oreshkhin@optonline.net
Except I just realized that I sent you the full $229!!
Shit!
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If you order, you'll be the second person to actually pay.
So what's the additional discount for being the first to pay? ;)
If you received my order and paypal last Friday, which I hope you did, any idea as to when I should be checking my mailbox? I can't wait to get my hands on this thing.
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.... thought all you guys allready payed and that discounts were refunded after the ending of the GB?!
@robin I also ordered mine Friday, so i guess we'll have to fight to make out who was first...:D
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I'll probably send the $194.65 later tonight.
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Email sent to your gmail, Mark.
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Ditto. Money sent for 93 octane chip, under name Rick Huibregtse.
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Hi Mark is it possable for me to wire the funds to you ? If so I will pay for my chip today.
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actually I believe you send the full amount and Mark'll reimbourse according to how many chips were bought.
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I ordered my chip today!! Cmon people!!
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actually I believe you send the full amount and Mark'll reimbourse according to how many chips were bought.
Fair enough :)
I hope we get commited buyers!
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c'mon people! July 5th is rapidly approaching...
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Ditto. Money sent for 93 octane chip, under name Rick Huibregtse.
Thanks,
I got it.
Mark
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Hi Mark is it possable for me to wire the funds to you ? If so I will pay for my chip today.
Where are you? I am only set up for PayPal.
I can send banking info if you would like to send it directly to my account.
Please email me if you would like that info.
Thanks
Mark
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Email sent to your gmail, Mark.
I saw an email with an address, but I didn't see any payment in PayPal. Someone with the same first name who is in the USA ordered an M42 chip but I assume that's not you as you are in Canada.
Since all your email contained was an address and nothing else, I wasn't sure what to do. I sent a response earlier today.
Mark
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Mark - What kind of performance difference is there between the 91 Octane and 93 Octane M42 chips... ?
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Mark - What kind of performance difference is there between the 91 Octane and 93 Octane M42 chips... ?
A very noticable one. But even the 91 octane chip is quite good.
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Where are you? I am only set up for PayPal.
I can send banking info if you would like to send it directly to my account.
Please email me if you would like that info.
Thanks
Mark
E mail sent
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My 318 just got a little faster.....
(http://img242.imageshack.us/img242/146/eatchipgx5.jpg)
Come one guys, only a few days left on the group buy! Get one!
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Mark - I shot you a PM about a "custom" chip... :D
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Just an FYI Mark, the end of this GB is right after the 4th, when I'm assuming many people are on vacation. If you extend the GB a little bit longer, possibly into the weekend, you may get more sales.
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Oh good god....this thing is awesome. If BMW sold the 318 like this from the factory, they never would have sold any M3s. Gobs more torque down low, part throttle is much better, and you can't help but hit 7k on damn near every shift. Good work, Mark.
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Oh good god....this thing is awesome. If BMW sold the 318 like this from the factory, they never would have sold any M3s. Gobs more torque down low, part throttle is much better, and you can't help but hit 7k on damn near every shift. Good work, Mark.
Hi Robin,
I'm glad you like it.
It sure has taken a long time to get this GB going, maybe if you had ordered and posted your feedback 3 weeks ago these guys would have been a bit quicker to order the best M42 chip on the planet. :D
Mark
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Just an FYI Mark, the end of this GB is right after the 4th, when I'm assuming many people are on vacation. If you extend the GB a little bit longer, possibly into the weekend, you may get more sales.
I had picked that date as I thought I'd end it on July 4th. I guess I could end it on Tuesday July 9, and see what happens. I don't think it will make much difference, considering that the GB was announced quite a few weeks ago.
Mark
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I had picked that date as I thought I'd end it on July 4th. I guess I could end it on Tuesday July 9, and see what happens. I don't think it will make much difference, considering that the GB was announced quite a few weeks ago.
Mark
I think a lot of people were waiting to see if enough interest would be generated to make a difference in the price. I know I was.
Shot you a second PM in regards to that "custom" chip I asked you about!
Thanks for all the effort, Mark - everyone I know w/ a MarkD chip loves it.
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Lucky I caught the end of this one! Chip ordered and paid for. Any additional help with the discount would be appreciated by those thinking about it;)
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Well, I'm off to Michigan. Hopefully I'll have a nice new MarkD chip waiting for me when I get back ;)
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I just ordered mine as well. Can't wait!
Mark, I ordered a 91 chip, but I noticed some raves about the 93 chip. Gas stations around here have 93 octane, but what would happen if you had a 93 chip had to fill it up with 91 in a pinch? Could I possibly receive a 93 chip instead of the 91 chip?
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I just ordered mine as well. Can't wait!
Mark, I ordered a 91 chip, but I noticed some raves about the 93 chip. Gas stations around here have 93 octane, but what would happen if you had a 93 chip had to fill it up with 91 in a pinch? Could I possibly receive a 93 chip instead of the 91 chip?
I responded to your email earlier today. Sure I will send you a 93 octane chip if you want one of those.
If you could not get 93 and have that chip, put in as little fuel as possible (don't fill the tank) so you can fill up with higher octane ASAP. Also, you should drive without accellerating hard so you don't put a big load on the motor. You'll be fine as long as it doesn't ping/detonate.
Mark
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Payment sent for a 93 Octane chip!
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I sent my payment today. I can hardly wait :cool:
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Just got my MarkD chip today...can't wait to install it!! Shipping was fast too, thanks Mark.
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Just got my MarkD chip today...can't wait to install it!! Shipping was fast too, thanks Mark.
Sweet! I hope to be getting mine soon as well..
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Sweet! I hope to be getting mine soon as well..
Silverblades is in Canada and I ship all those plus orders going anywhere outside the USA.
The USA orders are usually shipped via USPS Priority Post every Monday from Columbus, Ohio. So they should start arriving next Wednesday or Thursday.
Thanks to everyone who ordered.
Mark
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Silverblades is in Canada and I ship all those plus orders going anywhere outside the USA.
The USA orders are usually shipped via USPS Priority Post every Monday from Columbus, Ohio. So they should start arriving next Wednesday or Thursday.
Thanks to everyone who ordered.
Mark
You're the man Mark!
Thanks for setting this up for us!
How many people have paid thus far?
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You're the man Mark!
Thanks for setting this up for us!
How many people have paid thus far?
A total of 9 people bought 10 chips.
The distribution by country is:
USA: 5 people bought 6 chips
CANADA: 2 chips
AUSTRALIA: 1 chip
Netherlands: 1 chip
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Sweet! I was hoping we'd get at least 10 committed buyers.
Are you going to be sending a refund for the percentage off?
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Sweet! I was hoping we'd get at least 10 committed buyers.
Are you going to be sending a refund for the percentage off?
Mark - More importantly, what was the final total for the chip? If the discount was less than anticipated, and therefore I underpaid, I would like to pay you the amount you're due.
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Am I too late to get in on this group buy?
I sure hope not.
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Sweet! I was hoping we'd get at least 10 committed buyers.
Are you going to be sending a refund for the percentage off?
Yes, but on Monday or Tuesday. I've been really busy today and won't be able to do it on Sunday.
Mark
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Am I too late to get in on this group buy?
I sure hope not.
No... but hurry! ;)
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Ballin' ;)
can't wait for it to get here, but my engine is still lying in pieces across the garage floor while I wait for the last Pelican order to come in....Being that I am only 1 state away from Ohio, I'll probly get the chip before my engine is done...
It's gonna be like having a whole new car!!!
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I've been trying to find the torque/hp increase numbers for the markd chips. can someone help me with this? i would need to get the 91 octane one.
Thanks, and by the way I am a new 318is owner and am looking forward to seeing what this car can do.
-Daniel
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I installed my 93 octane chip last night...wow. It's like having a whole new engine. It pulls strong all the way to 7000rpm. Thanks Mark!
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My chip came in the mail today, can't wait to install it. Just finished a whole timing system rebuild, so I know my car can stand 7000 rpm ;). Now I just have to run all of the old 91 octane out. Good excuse for having a lead foot, I suppose :)
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No... but hurry! ;)
Payment was sent. I did not see a field to enter the group buy code. Payment was sent under email rabbit gti 1984 at yahoo dot com.
Later!
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Got my chip today!
Going to install tomorrow night :)
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your 93 octane is the same as 98 ron octane?
Perhaps I will buy a chip later, would like to see some performance figures. My car doesn't drive yet, just finished an M42 swap this weekend :)
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your 93 octane is the same as 98 ron octane?
yes.
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I know Im probably really late on this GB
but I would love to purchase a 93 octane chip...is there anyway I could get it at the discounted price...or I mean received the refund?? I have the money now so please let me know.
maybe I should email MarkD
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WOW! My engine has never run this smooth before. Better idle, more power throughout. Nice job Mark!
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I know Im probably really late on this GB
but I would love to purchase a 93 octane chip...is there anyway I could get it at the discounted price...or I mean received the refund?? I have the money now so please let me know.
maybe I should email MarkD
Sure. Just order from the site.
I'm sending out refunds later today or Saturday.
MarkD
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Sure. Just order from the site.
I'm sending out refunds later today or Saturday.
MarkD
Yea I just ordered mine!
How many orders have you had now Mark?
You can put me down on the people that have paid list!
My paypal email is scooterpatch6465@peoplepc.com though
not my normal email address.
I went ahead and payed the full 230$ as it says you will just
send the discounts back. Are you going to do that via
paypal? Orrrr some other way?
Thanks!
~Sheldon
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Yea I just ordered mine!
How many orders have you had now Mark?
You can put me down on the people that have paid list!
My paypal email is scooterpatch6465@peoplepc.com though
not my normal email address.
I went ahead and payed the full 230$ as it says you will just
send the discounts back. Are you going to do that via
paypal? Orrrr some other way?
Thanks!
~Sheldon
I'm sending them back via PayPal. I had planned to do it this past week but had a bunch of work to do. I have to count up the total, and I'll post it here. I think I just got one or two more. The discounts will definitely go out this weekend.
Mark
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I'm sending them back via PayPal. I had planned to do it this past week but had a bunch of work to do. I have to count up the total, and I'll post it here. I think I just got one or two more. The discounts will definitely go out this weekend.
Mark
Great! Yea this is my first part/mod or heck anything Ive purchased for this car. Ive only owned it for about 2 weeks haha...
Is it hard at all to install the chip??? And does it come with instructions?
I know that sounds like a huge newb question being that I already bought the chip but I am a very new to this car and BMW's.
Cant wait to get the chip though...should I be checking the mail for it sometime this week??
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Great! Yea this is my first part/mod or heck anything Ive purchased for this car. Ive only owned it for about 2 weeks haha...
Is it hard at all to install the chip??? And does it come with instructions?
I know that sounds like a huge newb question being that I already bought the chip but I am a very new to this car and BMW's.
Cant wait to get the chip though...should I be checking the mail for it sometime this week??
Its pretty easy, but your fingers have to work a bit more gingerly than when you are, say, yanking out a tranny, and you do want to be careful because you can mess up some electronics if you do something wrong. Here's some good write-ups:
http://www.bmwe30.net/cgi-bin/datacgi/database.cgi?file=articles&report=view&ID=00076&Section=03
http://www.pelicanparts.com/BMW/techarticles/JF-Tech/BMW_E30_3_Series_performance_chip_install.htm
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Great! Yea this is my first part/mod or heck anything Ive purchased for this car. Ive only owned it for about 2 weeks haha...
Is it hard at all to install the chip??? And does it come with instructions?
I know that sounds like a huge newb question being that I already bought the chip but I am a very new to this car and BMW's.
Cant wait to get the chip though...should I be checking the mail for it sometime this week??
In addition to the two links to instructions posted above, there is this one:
http://www.bavauto.com/Assets/inst_pages/m42m50ChipInstruct.pdf
MarkD
(was away Sunday so just getting ready to process the refunds now)
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Wow doesnt seem hard at all now :)
Cant wait to install mine!
Thanks again Mark on informing me of the GB in one of my threads on Bimmerforums.com
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Wow doesnt seem hard at all now :)
Cant wait to install mine!
Thanks again Mark on informing me of the GB in one of my threads on Bimmerforums.com
Your welcome, Sheldon.
I also sent all the discounts out this morning via PayPal, so you should have yours also.
Mark
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I just got my chip today in the mail!!! WOOHOOO!!! Thanks Mark...very quick shipping!
I am going to wait till after work tomorrow to install it as I think I still have 91 in my tank but Im soooooo excited! I think Im also going to do my oil change tomorrow as well as a good o'l tune up! :D
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Chip is here and installed. 93 octane. Got the refund as well. Thanks for hosting the GB Mark, it has been a pleasure working with you.
As for the chip, midrange is infinitely better, and I can keep up with traffic without going over 3k rpm (not that I ever drive that slow ;) ). Fuel economy seems to be about the same. The best part is being able to spin the wheels going into second ;) as well as the 7k rpm redline. It's like a whole new car!!
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Chip is here and installed. 93 octane. Got the refund as well. Thanks for hosting the GB Mark, it has been a pleasure working with you.
As for the chip, midrange is infinitely better, and I can keep up with traffic without going over 3k rpm (not that I ever drive that slow ;) ). Fuel economy seems to be about the same. The best part is being able to spin the wheels going into second ;) as well as the 7k rpm redline. It's like a whole new car!!
Oh man your making me want to go install mine right now!!! Ughhh I need to get all of that 91 crap out of my gas tank :rolleyes:
Yes it was very nice doing business with you Mark and thanks a bunch for informing me on this GB. I will post up my thoughts on it after I install it but Im sure I will be supremely impressed! Oh man I need some suspension now!
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Mark, you're the man :)
Lots of happy customers, including myself!
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Well i installed my Chip today Mark! Took me about 25 minutes because of all the annoying clips on the Motronic box lol...But man its a very noticeable difference over stock! It idles very smooth upon start and all throughout smooth revving...Big power gain it felt like too:D And yes I decided to test the rev limiter at 7150 (although it scares me to rev that high) and it came on right after the 7k mark and bounced nicely for about a second then I stopped cuz I felt like I was hurting my car haha...all in all I absolutely love the chip and I cant wait for suspension and other mods!
Thanks Mark!:D
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id like one as well. I was on your site about to roder one, but then decided to check on this site and here is this thread. Im sure the GB is long gone, but if possible could you still do something for me? On your site i only see the 91 octane chips and i would like a 93 octane one.
thanks
-Vlad
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id like one as well. I was on your site about to roder one, but then decided to check on this site and here is this thread. Im sure the GB is long gone, but if possible could you still do something for me? On your site i only see the 91 octane chips and i would like a 93 octane one.
thanks
-Vlad
Hi Vlad,
thanks for your order. I'll give you 10% off. This applies to anyone else who didn't get in on the GB action and get 15% off also.
I updated my site today and you can order the 93 octane version from there now.
My site will be completely renovated in September!
Mark
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Now since many of you have your chips, please go and dyno your chips --> before and after -style
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I maybe doing a couple dyno runs here in following months...so I'll definitely do some with and without the chip. Dont get mad if it takes me awhile though as Im doing it with a bunch of AWD guys when they go so I dont have to pay as much :)
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I maybe doing a couple dyno runs here in following months...so I'll definitely do some with and without the chip. Dont get mad if it takes me awhile though as Im doing it with a bunch of AWD guys when they go so I dont have to pay as much :)
The Metric Mechanic guys use a dyno in Springfield at a place that specialises in Saab (I think) Is that were you are going?
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Hi Vlad,
thanks for your order. I'll give you 10% off. This applies to anyone else who didn't get in on the GB action and get 15% off also.
I updated my site today and you can order the 93 octane version from there now.
My site will be completely renovated in September!
Mark
Is there anything specific we need to send you in order to get the discount?
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Now since many of you have your chips, please go and dyno your chips --> before and after -style
Why? You drive on a road, not a dyno. And they work just fine on the road.
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Is there anything specific we need to send you in order to get the discount?
That GB anded over a month ago. If a few people want to get in let me know. Mention "M42-GB" to get $17 refunded after placing your order via PayPal. Only till the end of August!
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It has been a while since I installed the 93 octane chip in to my 318i. And yes, I am sure that nothing new will be said here..... But I thought it was important to say how impressed I am with this chip.
This chip has changed my car. It is like there is a new engine under the hood. smother idle, much better low end, improved mid range, and snappier throttle response. All in all, a much nicer car to drive around town.
Always thinking that a chip would be in my future, since I want to do some auto cross, I never gave a thought to how it would improve the car for the day to day drive. But the changes it made to the daily commute, has made this, my best purchase to date.
Thanks Mark !
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It has been a while since I installed the 93 octane chip in to my 318i. And yes, I am sure that nothing new will be said here..... But I thought it was important to say how impressed I am with this chip.
This chip has changed my car. It is like there is a new engine under the hood. smother idle, much better low end, improved mid range, and snappier throttle response. All in all, a much nicer car to drive around town.
Always thinking that a chip would be in my future, since I want to do some auto cross, I never gave a thought to how it would improve the car for the day to day drive. But the changes it made to the daily commute, has made this, my best purchase to date.
Thanks Mark !
Your welcome! It's always good to hear positive feedback.
Anyone else interested in a chip? I can't beleive how slow sales have been this year.
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im intrested but moneys tight and subfram bushig are needed first doy have hp gain numbers i havent seen any but everyone says this cip is the best one to get
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I was curious if anyone had emission test problems after installing the chip. In other words, will I have to swap back to the stock chip for the test?
Thanks,
Steve
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is there is significant performance difference between the 91 and 93 octane chips? we have 92 octane here, but i travel to places where there is only 91. it seems like most people have been getting the 93, though. so, is there a big diff?
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is there is significant performance difference between the 91 and 93 octane chips? we have 92 octane here, but i travel to places where there is only 91. it seems like most people have been getting the 93, though. so, is there a big diff?
Page two of this thread has your answer.
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Page two of this thread has your answer.
It's not a good idea to use the 93 octane chip on 91 octane.
Is anyone else looking for a chip? I'be received a few emails from people saying they would like one and missed that GB. I can only take $10 off now as the exchange rate is already taking off about $130 CAN from my revenue compared with two years back. :eek:
Two years ago, $229 USD = approx. $350 CAN :)
Now:
Live rates at 2007.10.19 11:55:17 UTC
229.00 USD = 221.355 CAD :(
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where im at all i can get is 93. how much does this bump the revs? and how will if affect hp?
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New rev limit is 7100 or 7150 rpm, although I only ever go to about 6700, which is the stock limiter. I don't know exact numbers, but there is a significant increase in low speed torque and high-end power.
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It's not a good idea to use the 93 octane chip on 91 octane.
Is anyone else looking for a chip? I'be received a few emails from people saying they would like one and missed that GB. I can only take $10 off now as the exchange rate is already taking off about $130 CAN from my revenue compared with two years back. :eek:
Mark, I am interested in a 91 chip but unfortunately will have to wait until spring to make the purchase. and yes, i will actually buy one in the spring, regardless of whether you offer $10 off or not. save one for me!
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If you still have them 30 days till I purchase mine.
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is there still a deal going on cause i wanna get one?!
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is there still a deal going on cause i wanna get one?!
Hey -- this isn't "eric16v" as in Eric Thomas is it?
Anyways, I am interested in a group buy if there is one as well (for the 93 octane chip).
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i am also interested in a 93 chip
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If this deal is still live, i am in for a 93, cash on the barrelhead.
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I am also looking for one...or maybe two even. I would want one for 93. Is there a very big difference/increase between the 91 and the 93 chip?
Jake
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im in on the 93' also!!!
whats gonna be the gb price?
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I also want one. These positive comments are really killing me!
Want chip and beat friends stock 318is :D
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if its still good ill be in for a 93 chip.
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looks like we have 8 people interested, that should be enough for a group buy dont you think? someone needs to tell mark to look at this thread.
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I'd be interested in a 91 octane chip. Will have money in two weeks.
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im off the list as i ordered mine already from his site.
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Hello Everyone,
I haven't been on here since early November 2007 as I had a contract job which kept me very busy until last week. I was at the client's site each day and spent 10 days in Detroit in Late Jan / early Feb. (it was an automotive project)
Sure if there is enough interest I'll run a GB, just sign up here and I'll work out a discount. It probably won't be as big as past discounts only because of the bad $USD/$CAN excahnge rate, but I will make it worth your while to order one.
And if you ordered a chip from me in 2008, I'll send you the discount also!
MarkD
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woo im still waiting for mine
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Im in for the group buy. I have emailed you a few times and have had no reply.
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Im in for the group buy. I have emailed you a few times and have had no reply.
Can you please send me another email so I can check if your previous ones arrived?
Please click the link on my CONTACT page to send email, that way it is sent to my gmail address also. It's true I sometimes miss responding due to all the emails I get and due to the fact I was working at a client's site for the past 4 months, but I'm back at my home office and will attempt to respond to all emails.
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OH boy my chip was in the mailbox today.. if i only had the time
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lets get a list going of everyone that wants one. list which chip and how many.
1.Adam c. 1-93octane
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im in for a 91 oct. chip
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1.Adam c. 1-93octane
2.eric16v 1-91octane
3.tauremini 1-91octane
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i just installed my 93 o chip and i must say it is unbelievable.. and i only drove it 10 minutes
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I am in for two, both 93 octane
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it might be easier if those that want 2 chips put there name on the list twice, once for each chip
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what do we to get our chips? how do we pay and what not?
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we will finish the list, then as we pay mark can check us off the list. unless mark wants us to do it another way?
btw, here is the updated list:
1.Adam c.-93octane
2.eric16v-91octane
3.tauremini-91octane
4.jakeb-93octane
5.jakeb-93octane
6.
7.
8.
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10.
im guessing we only need 5 more.
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what do we to get our chips? how do we pay and what not?
Put your name on the list, when there are at least 10 chips wanted you can send the funds. (send $229 minus the 10% discount, which equals $206.10 )
PayPal is the best Payment method, unless you are picking it up in Toronto.
I'll send each order out by USPS Priority post from Ohio. Chip orders are usually mailed out on Monday mornings.
Orders outside the USA and Canada are shipped by SMALL PACKETS from Canada.
MarkD
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A quick question. Is there a very big difference between the 91 and the 93 octane chip?
I can get 93 where I live with no problem but just wondering if I am on a trip or something if there will be an issue if I can only find 91.
either way i want 2 chips.
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1.Adam c.-93octane
2.eric16v-91octane
3.tauremini-91octane
4.jakeb-93octane
5.jakeb-93octane
6.Koko (Indonesia) - 93 octane
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come on guys. we only need 4 more!
1.Adam c.-93octane
2.eric16v-91octane
3.tauremini-91octane
4.jakeb-93octane
5.jakeb-93octane
6.Koko/wadhip(Indonesia) - 93 octane
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Sign me up!
1.Adam c.-93octane
2.eric16v-91octane
3.tauremini-91octane
4.jakeb-93octane
5.jakeb-93octane
6.Koko/wadhip(Indonesia) - 93 octane
7.E30well - 91 octane
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Two more left!
1.Adam c.-93octane
2.eric16v-91octane
3.tauremini-91octane
4.jakeb-93octane
5.jakeb-93octane
6.Koko/wadhip(Indonesia) - 93 octane
7.E30well - 91 octane
8.ezbst - 91 octane (i will pick it up as i live in toronto)
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10.
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is there already somewhere a print out from a test bank run with this chip?
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For some strange reason I can't seem to get on your site mark.
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fror some reason I can't get on the markd site.
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1.Adam c.-93octane
2.eric16v-91octane
3.tauremini-91octane
4.jakeb-93octane
5.jakeb-93octane
6.Koko/wadhip(Indonesia) - 93 octane
7.E30well - 91 octane
8.ezbst - 91 octane (i will pick it up as i live in toronto)
9.scorptrigger-91 octane
10.
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great! we only need one more!
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great! we only need one more!
im here.
1.Adam c.-93octane
2.eric16v-91octane
3.tauremini-91octane
4.jakeb-93octane
5.jakeb-93octane
6.Koko/wadhip(Indonesia) - 93 octane
7.E30well - 91 octane
8.ezbst - 91 octane (i will pick it up as i live in toronto)
9.scorptrigger-91 octane
10.avus3-93 octane
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your the man! ok mark, tell us what you would like us to do next?.?
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I'm in also. Why the heck not, just bought the dang car yesterday... keep the bleeding going!
1.Adam c.-93octane
2.eric16v-91octane
3.tauremini-91octane
4.jakeb-93octane
5.jakeb-93octane
6.Koko/wadhip(Indonesia) - 93 octane
7.E30well - 91 octane
8.ezbst - 91 octane (i will pick it up as i live in toronto)
9.scorptrigger-91 octane
10.avus3-93 octane
11.applecran - 91 octane (in vancouver)
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sweet, we have enough. what is next? Can someone get a hold of mark?
Mark if you read this what is the HUGE difference between the 91 and the 93 octane chip. Is there a very big increase with the 93 over the 91. I can get 93 without an issue but in case I am on a trip and can only find 91 i am questioning it. If there is a not a huge difference then it might be better to stick with the 91. But if it is worth it then 93 it is.
I only put 93 in now anyway.
Also one of these will be used with the m42 in my 2002. That m42 does not run AC or power steering and it does not have a cat. Will this chip still be good for that engine?
Jake
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sweet, we have enough. what is next? Can someone get a hold of mark?
Mark if you read this what is the HUGE difference between the 91 and the 93 octane chip. Is there a very big increase with the 93 over the 91. I can get 93 without an issue but in case I am on a trip and can only find 91 i am questioning it. If there is a not a huge difference then it might be better to stick with the 91. But if it is worth it then 93 it is.
I only put 93 in now anyway.
Also one of these will be used with the m42 in my 2002. That m42 does not run AC or power steering and it does not have a cat. Will this chip still be good for that engine?
Jake
i guess we just wait for mark to take a look at this thread.
and to answer your other question, i think i remember him saying that the 93 is a pretty noticable difference from the 91. what im going to do when i go on trips is just bring or install my stock chip.
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I can only get 91 octane around here but it would sure be nice to get the performance of the 93 chip. Does anyone know if there is a reasonably cheap octane booster that i could buy in bulk and count on to provide the extra 2 octane without spending too much in the long run? Would this be safe?
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I'm in also. Why the heck not, just bought the dang car yesterday... keep the bleeding going!
1.Adam c.-93octane
2.eric16v-91octane
3.tauremini-91octane
4.jakeb-93octane
5.jakeb-93octane
6.Koko/wadhip(Indonesia) - 93 octane
7.E30well - 91 octane
8.ezbst - 91 octane (i will pick it up as i live in toronto)
9.scorptrigger-91 octane
10.avus3-93 octane
11.applecran - 91 octane (in vancouver)
12. ApocolypseAutoengineering -93octane
I'm in and sending payment now!!
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how did you guys pay? from his web site?
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how did you guys pay? from his web site?
Please pay on the website, and put M42CLUB-GB in the comments, that will remind me to send you a 10% refund. I'll send the refund within 24 hours of seeing your order. That's a bit easier than making individual PayPal "request to pay" invoices for each of you. If you happen to forget to mention the group buy when you order, you can send me an email and mention the discount code in the subject line.
My shipper in the USA has alsmost run out of the small black antistatic boxes which we ship the chips in and they are on backorder for about 2 more weeks, so we will be use an antistatic tube to ship these chips. (only applies to USA orders). The tube will be sent in a USPS Priority Post envelope. He usually processes the orders on the weekend.
Just email if you have specific questions, or post here if they may apply to others also.
Thanks
Mark
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I can only get 91 octane around here but it would sure be nice to get the performance of the 93 chip. Does anyone know if there is a reasonably cheap octane booster that i could buy in bulk and count on to provide the extra 2 octane without spending too much in the long run? Would this be safe?
No, don't use octane booster. (unless you are adding 102 AKI race gas) :)
Yes there is a quite noticeable difference between the two chips, but don't worry about it, the 91 octane chip works very well also.
And for people outside the USA, I'll mention again that 91 AKI is close to 95 RON, and 93 AKI is around 97 RON.
Mark
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sweet, we have enough. what is next? Can someone get a hold of mark?
Mark if you read this what is the HUGE difference between the 91 and the 93 octane chip. Is there a very big increase with the 93 over the 91. I can get 93 without an issue but in case I am on a trip and can only find 91 i am questioning it. If there is a not a huge difference then it might be better to stick with the 91. But if it is worth it then 93 it is.
I only put 93 in now anyway.
It's a very noticable difference in torque, but if you are worried about finding 93 on occasion, I'd suggest getting the 91 octane version. ANother thing you can do: if you are forced to use 91 temporarily, don't accellerate hard as that puts a bigger load on the motor. Just take it easy and you will probably not hear any pinging, and will be able to drie till you find 93 again.
Also one of these will be used with the m42 in my 2002. That m42 does not run AC or power steering and it does not have a cat. Will this chip still be good for that engine?
Jake
Do you have the O2 sensor installed and working? Then you should be OK. The chips are made for stock motors and exhausts, but small deviations in the exhaust are usually OK. Reducing backpressure requires more fuel, but I doubt it will be running too lean as I richen up the fuel compared to stock.
Mark
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alright thanks
I will place the order tonight.
My 2002 with a m42 does have a working o2 sensor and it also is running a resonator and a muffler so it should be fine.
I will think about the 93 vs 91 before I order. I will probally go with the 93 as it is usually never an issue to get it. And if there is a big difference then it is worth it.
Does the chip affect mpg all that much? At least in cruise conditions. I understand I will more than likly want to push it more so that will affect the mpg....
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WOOT!!! Can't wait for my chip!
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you have my payment! thanks alot mark
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you have my payment! thanks alot mark
You're welcome.
Only 2 people have sent payment so far, those chips will be sent out this weekend. We have shipping containers to sent out 7 chips, and more will be arriving soon, so the rest of you should send in your payment if you want to have the chip sent out this weekend.
Mark
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Payment sent! i emailed you mark because i forgot to mention the GB.
thanks mark for the deal! i cant wait to get it installed
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Hi Mark, payment already sent.
Please check your account.
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I've picked up my chip yesterday - thanks Mark! I can't wait to pop 'er in once the car's out of winter storage. :cool:
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hey mark, when should i be expecting my chip?
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When you say you richen it more than stock... What ratio are you running at during WOT?
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hey mark, when should i be expecting my chip?
I have not been home for the past 3 days during the day. I'll send all orders for the USA to my shipper tonight. He usually mails the orders out on Monday. Then you should have it by Thursday.
Mark
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Do you have the O2 sensor installed and working? Then you should be OK. The chips are made for stock motors and exhausts, but small deviations in the exhaust are usually OK. Reducing backpressure requires more fuel, but I doubt it will be running too lean as I richen up the fuel compared to stock.
Mark
What have you noticed in performance/tuning differences between cars w/a CAI & magnaflow? Just curious if you have a basemap you could burn me with those. Need every last HP for STS.
What is your opinion on a cold air intake with the M42 in the first place? I'm looking to max out area under the curve, and just curious if a CAI will do ANYTHING for power, or if its just a 7lb weight savings and a lot of noise.
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well i got my car dynoed today and did 120hp and 110 torque. all i have is the 93octane chip and a m20 flywheel.. a cammed untuned m42 that was running on a stock chip did 116.he should have been much higher though.
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How many miles do you have on the catalytic? It can make a big difference if its clogged or old.
BTW... anyone install their chip recently? How was it the first time you drove with it?
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Hi Guys,
the GB is over, please send the funds in so I can ship your order this weekend. Only about 5 people have paid so far, plus the one Toronto pick-up order. The people who paid should be getting their chips today or tommorrow via USPS.
Mark
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Yay my chip arrived... AT MY PARENT'S HOUSE 350MILES AWAY!! sigh, now I've got to wait for my dad to ship here to Gainesville.
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i got the chip and installed it today. im pretty happy with it, revving to 7k is much nicer though i expected to feel more of a power difference. i did manage to keep up with my friends integra rs until about 4th gear, then he pwnd me :-(. thanks for everything mark and i may be contacting you in the future when i need a re-tune after i go FI!
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Yay my chip arrived... AT MY PARENT'S HOUSE 350MILES AWAY!! sigh, now I've got to wait for my dad to ship here to Gainesville.
Sorry,
I sent my shipper the alternate address also but for some reason he sent to the original one.
Mark
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Sorry,
I sent my shipper the alternate address also but for some reason he sent to the original one.
Mark
Its alright at least it didn't go to some random dude.
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Does anyone Know if we can run 100 octane unleaded with the chip?
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You can run anything OVER what it's rated for.
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So anyways installed the chip and am very happy with results. Smoother running pulls all the way through 7 grand. BTW what a sound at that level. Any other inquiries?
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You can run anything OVER what it's rated for.
True, any octane over the required octane will be safe, but if you go too high, you can loose power as the fuel burns too slowly. I had someone call yesterday and tell me how well my 93 octane M20 chip worked in his racecar at mid-Ohio this past weekend with 109 octane! Now I was expecting it to lose power but he said it worked really well.
Mark
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Is this GB still alive?
I just got my 318iS last week, any discount (despite the lateness) would be appreciated!
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Is this GB still alive?
I just got my 318iS last week, any discount (despite the lateness) would be appreciated!
It ended 3 weeks ago but since I am the boss here at EAT chips I'll open it up again till April 26 with 8% off. ;)
MarkD
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It ended 3 weeks ago but since I am the boss here at EAT chips I'll open it up again till April 26 with 8% off. ;)
MarkD
Cool, just put an order in. Now I just need gas prices to level out.
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sold
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If it happens, I'm definitely in!
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darn it! any chance this could be opened up again? i just got my 318is two weeks ago...
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DANG!! i was so busy trying to make my car run i missed the buy again! no worries, from what ive heard about these chips, im willing to pay full.
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darn it! any chance this could be opened up again? i just got my 318is two weeks ago...
Sure I could probably open it up again, especially if 10 people were interested :D
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Sure I could probably open it up again, especially if 10 people were interested :D
Glad you're bringing this back...I see this thread get bumped weekly!
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Glad you're bringing this back...I see this thread get bumped weekly!
I had subscribed to this thread but somehow I am not getting any notifications. I'll just have to remember to visit here each week.
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I got lucky and bought a car with the 93 octane chip installed by the PO and I have to say that it's a very good thing. There's a very clear bump in power from 3500 rpm on up. My car is pretty well sorted and it's quite an entertaining ride while being entirely practical for commuting. I'm coming out of an M30 equipped E34 with a 5 speed and while I think the old 5 will still pretty easliy outrun the 318, I don't miss the big car that much. The little beast is suprisingly strong between 70-90mph, too. If your car has good brakes and the suspension is in order, I'd say that it's the next logical step.
Well done!
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Well I bought one from Mark's site before I knew about group buys... oh well you snooze you lose. But hey Mark... I still haven't seen my chip? I paid on 5/29 but so far no love. Hopefully it's on the way? I just put a new exhaust on the car, and just removed the throttle body heaters and am about to do a coil over ignition. Now I just need the 93 octane chip to finish the job!
Thanks!
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I am interested!
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Well I bought one from Mark's site before I knew about group buys... oh well you snooze you lose. But hey Mark... I still haven't seen my chip? I paid on 5/29 but so far no love. Hopefully it's on the way? I just put a new exhaust on the car, and just removed the throttle body heaters and am about to do a coil over ignition. Now I just need the 93 octane chip to finish the job!
Thanks!
Hi Adam,
my shipper was away last week, I only found out the chips were not shipped a week ago. He shipped yours, you will probably get it today or tommorrow.
I'll send you a GB discount anyway, so you don't lose. Now go back to sleep! :D
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hey mark, i got the chip yesterday. how about sending some GB discount love my way too?
by the way, the instructions you sent me were wrong - they were for the E36 318's. i spent half an hour trying to find the ECU through the hood firewall, only discover that it's only accessible through the glove box. i was finally able to take it out, but i got stuck because i didn't have a torx wrench handy.
to those of you who've done the installation - do i have to open it up via the torx screws, or can i open it up by bending back the tabs on the bottom?
thanks,
matt
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I want one!!!!!
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too late to jump on the Mark D(iscount) Chip Express Train? ... lemme know ... thanks
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too late to jump on the Mark D(iscount) Chip Express Train? ... lemme know ... thanks
No It's not too late. I'm sending the discounts out today for the recent orders.
MarkD
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I want a chip mark d. what kind of savings am i looking at have money in hand ready to go... oh yaa my car is 91 318is i wanted the 93 oct chip with 7200 rev limiter
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dave ... just paypal'd you for a 91 octane chip ... check your PM's ... thanks ... dom
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Mark, I'd like to get in on this group buy. 91 318iS, stock
Thanks
John Lassiter
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Hey, is it better to get in on the group buy or does the military discount still a better option.....
91 318i M42, 93 octane
I'm not expected huge power gains, but you're saying that the throttle response is where this software makes the greatest difference?
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I think militarty discount is 15% so unless we have atleast 20 people were not going to hit the 18% mark. from 10 to 19 people its 15% off soo you might be better off going with the military discount.. but I guess you'd have to speak with mark to find out how many people have alredy got a chip... and what discount we qualify 4. I've been waiting to hear from mark.. I am defently in on this G.B. hopefully he shows up soon. I want that chip already lol.. maybe i will send him a p.m.
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I think militarty discount is 15% so unless we have atleast 20 people were not going to hit the 18% mark. from 10 to 19 people its 15% off soo you might be better off going with the military discount.. but I guess you'd have to speak with mark to find out how many people have alredy got a chip... and what discount we qualify 4. I've been waiting to hear from mark.. I am defently in on this G.B. hopefully he shows up soon. I want that chip already lol.. maybe i will send him a p.m.
I built a new PC and set it up over the weekend so was not checking in here. What were you waiting to hear about?
The 15% military discount is the way to go if you qualify for it.
The current discount on the GB is 8%, as mentioned. You should look at it as more of an immediate 8% off, as I'll send the refund within a few days or receiving your order and your chip gets shipped out on the next shipping cycle. This way, nobody has to wait till the GB comes together. I think I only had enough people to offer a 10% discount last time, so 8% is still good. Don't forget to mention M42CLUB-GB in the comments field.
If people want to go for a true GB again, with slightly larger discounts and the discount sent at the end of the GB "buy window" let me know. You may save a few more $ but would have to wait longer to get the discount, (till the end of the buy window) so I know what discount to apply. There's probably only a small extra saving to do it that way.
Thanks,
Mark
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The 15% military discount is the way to go if you qualify for it.
Mark
Mark,
I corresponded with you earlier this year about the military discount, but we got disconnected somewhere.
Can we start up where we left off?:D
Keflaman
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Mark,
I corresponded with you earlier this year about the military discount, but we got disconnected somewhere.
Can we start up where we left off?:D
Keflaman
I was going to email you and say the same thing. I realised a few weeks ago that we had a disconnect. I think that was my fault. Is the garbage being picked up over there yet? The trash is probably so high that you can't drive anyway. :D
And for anyone who does not know of the stike which has been going on fo months, here is a link: http://www.orato.com/current-events/2008/05/29/stinky-naples-garbage-strike
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I was going to email you and say the same thing. I realised a few weeks ago that we had a disconnect. I think that was my fault. Is the garbage being picked up over there yet? The trash is probably so high that you can't drive anyway. :D
I'm not sure why the article you linked refers to the garbage situation as a "strike" as it's simply a matter of no place to put it. The landfills are full and whenever a site is proposed everyone screams NIMBY.
But if I can get a chip maybe I'll be able to outrun the rats and flies!:o
I'll pm you for details.
Thanks Mark.
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Anyone else interested in an M42 chip? I could run another sale ... let's call it the Labour Day sale. 9% off the regular $229 price, and you don't have to wait for a GB, just order and I'll ship it out, and refund the discount. Or, just send me $209 and mention the chip you want, and the discount code of M42-LDS
Are any of you going to be at Oktoberfest at Watkins Glen? I'll be there all week, and on the track on Wednesday. http://www.bmwccaofest.org/
MarkD
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Anyone else interested in an M42 chip? I could run another sale ... let's call it the Labour Day sale. 9% off the regular $229 price, and you don't have to wait for a GB, just order and I'll ship it out, and refund the discount. Or, just send me $209 and mention the chip you want, and the discount code of M42-LDS
Are any of you going to be at Oktoberfest at Watkins Glen? I'll be there all week, and on the track on Wednesday. http://www.bmwccaofest.org/
MarkD
I'm interested in the chip for my 91' 318i. would like the 91octane chip. Also i'm in the Toronto area.
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I'm interested in the chip for my 91' 318i. would like the 91octane chip. Also i'm in the Toronto area.
Give me a call and you can drop by to pick it up, if you still want one.
I'll be at Watkins Glen this coming week so yoiu can get it either before or after Oktoberfest.
Mark
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I am in the market for a EAT / Mark D chip, I spoke to Mark and he said he is OK to do another GB if we get 5 heads.
Anyone interested in going in? Mark states a 8% savings.
I have a Dinan chip now and want to try Mark's 93 octane chip :D
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Yeah, why not - I'm in.
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that makes it two, almost halfway there :)
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I'm committed for a 91AKI chip.
More than half-way there.
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Nice!
2 left :)
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I'll take one. 91 octane. I can be found on bf.c as a moderator or you can send an email to timrmoore at gmail.com when the time comes to order one. For some reason the PM system here usually doesn't get to me.
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Noted!
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Up to 4 on the GB, not far now :)
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It's good to see a bit of interest here as sales have been very slow, around 4 sales in the last 2 months.
Because the $CAN had dropped to around $0.79 USD (it was as high as $1.10 USD earlier in the year) I can offer the same (better) pricing I had a year ago!
5 to 9 orders = 10% off
10 to 19 orders: 15% off
And if I receive 5 or more orders paid for before Saturday at noon, I'll take off an extra 3% from those earlybird orders.
Have a great Thanksgiving!
Mark
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As a few more people have been showing up asking, we will keep our current GB heads and push for 10+ heads. I would bet in a week or two we can get something going with a few more kids :)
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Jumped in on the GB thread on R3V (http://www.r3vlimited.com/board/showthread.php?t=124397). I assume it's all part of the same deal since the quoted message from Mark is identical. :D
Tim
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Jumped in on the GB thread on R3V (http://www.r3vlimited.com/board/showthread.php?t=124397). I assume it's all part of the same deal since the quoted message from Mark is identical. :D
Tim
Me too! Looks like we are up to a 15% disc. I hope.
Merry Christmas to me! :D
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We have indeed decided to hold out for the 10 head discount.
I will go through the thread when it comes time and send everyone reminders that is in to pay Mark. While I am not sure he will have us do the same thing, the last time he had people just complete the checkout and he issued a partial refund.
I imagine we will hear from Mark sooner or later :)
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From what I just counted, I see five people (includes me) who are interested?
This would put us exactly half way :)
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There are 16 on r3vs group buy already.
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Nice, there have been two groups of 5 or so on here, I just found the thread and ressurected it. Mark seems to be down for another one :)
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I just paid with the r3v GB- gotta get that extra 3%.
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nice, is there a 18% off there?
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nice, is there a 18% off there?
For the "early birds":
I was thinking 10% off if I get 5 to 9 orders, 15% off if I get more than that, and and extra 3% if the order is received by Saturday.
Maybe you can still sneak in for the extra 3%?
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For the "early birds":
Maybe you can still sneak in for the extra 3%?
Originally, those discount levels were supposed to be "per forum". What I mean by that is if the M42club members bought 8 chips they would get 10% off and an extra 3% if they order by today. Meanwhile, if the R3V guys bought 12 chips they would get 15% off. Now I've deceided I better just combine the orders and give everyone the same discount. I'll tell you, I didn't expect the number of orders I have had in the last 3 days. I just got 18 orders in that time, and it usually takes 3 months to get that number of sales.
So everyone gets 15% of and a further 3% if the order arrives today. :)
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Originally, those discount levels were supposed to be "per forum". What I mean by that is if the M42club members bought 8 chips they would get 10% off and an extra 3% if they order by today. Meanwhile, if the R3V guys bought 12 chips they would get 15% off. Now I've deceided I better just combine the orders and give everyone the same discount. I'll tell you, I didn't expect the number of orders I have had in the last 3 days. I just got 18 orders in that time, and it usually takes 3 months to get that number of sales.
So everyone gets 15% of and a further 3% if the order arrives today. :)
Yay! Glad business is picking up for you. Did you happen to get my email ? I forgot to mention the group buy in my purchase, so I emailed you.
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Yay! Glad business is picking up for you. Did you happen to get my email ? I forgot to mention the group buy in my purchase, so I emailed you.
I got your order, but no email! I decided to give everyone who ordered the discount, whether or not they mention it. I don't think it's fair not to give them the deal, just becuase they don;t hang out here or on one of the other forums.
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Great to hear your business is picking up, it's rough right now for many :)
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Great to hear your business is picking up, it's rough right now for many :)
Thanks,
It's been slowing down each year for the last 3, and this year it got to the point that chip sales were becoming just a sideline. I had to go and find more contract firmware development. I realise that chip sales will never support me, each year there are less cars and more of those cars have the chips. But a little "flash in the pan" of sales always helps! :D
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Great to hear your business is picking up, it's rough right now for many :)
Happy Thanksgiving everyone. The sale went really well, breaking all previous GB sales records. I guess that's because so many from E30 and R3V also participated. I extended the early bird discount till today, so everyone ordering till today gets 21% off and if you after from Monday till Dec 5, it's 17% off.
Mark