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DISCUSSION => Engine management => Topic started by: Leo_328i on April 05, 2009, 06:07:12 PM
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Hey guys,
I've been in contact with Mark D through e-mail in the last few days and he said hes going to have a SPRING CHIP SALE!
He said if 15 people order a chip he'll give 15% off. But if its less than 10 people he'll give 10% off anyway :)
Just thought I'd spread the word ;)
Leo.
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I'm so in on this!
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That's a great deal; I bought mine through a similar GB. Do it :). BTW I have the 93 octane version.
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what the price on a markD chip anyways?
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From his website, http://www.dsylva-tech.ca/
$229 USD, not sure if that includes S&H or not.
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besides increase in hp/torque, whats the gain in fuel economy? (on stock injectors and 91 octane)
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I've heard 2-3mpg, but obviously no personal experience.
Is this m42 only? Any chance we can repost this over at r3v for more exposure? I'm ready to buy today--the sooner the better.
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From his website, http://www.dsylva-tech.ca/
$229 USD, not sure if that includes S&H or not.
That includes shipping.
No clue how much better mileage you get. 2-3mpg sounds reasonable.
The power gain from this chip (even just the 91 octane chip) is considerable. My butt dyno isn't very well calibrated to this car yet, but I took my dad (previous owner for 15+ years) for a ride and he was blown away with the difference. It's not just hype, this thing makes a real difference.
It's also cool watching the tach go off the end of the scale. :cool:
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Yes, the MarkD chip is very worthwhile. I have the 91octane version and it almost seems as if my car is running smoother with the chip than when it was stock. Well, I have an intake cam, so maybe that is the reason.
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what luck- i just bought a spare ECU so I could easily swap one of his chips in/out.
so who's organizing the group buy? i'm in for a 91-octane m42 chip.
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I've heard 2-3mpg, but obviously no personal experience.
Is this m42 only? Any chance we can repost this over at r3v for more exposure? I'm ready to buy today--the sooner the better.
Sure, you can create a thread on another forum if you like.
To keep track of how many are interested, it's probably best to only have one list so I'll start it here, but if it makes more sense to have another for members of another forum, then go for it. Please add GB-M42club or GB-R3V in the comments when you order as I like to see where the orders come from.
During my last big Thanksgiving sale, I sent a discount even to people who just ordered from my site and were not aware of the sale and I'll do the same now also.
Here is the list, please add your name here if you are interesed, and also if you are one of the two who just ordered m423 chips.
I'll pick April 18 as the last date for this sale, but may extend it one more week if that's not long enough.
Mark
1. enter your name here
2. enter your name here
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1. BraveUlysses | M42 | 91octane
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1. BraveUlysses | M42 | 91octane
2. dk | M42 | 91octane
posted this on e30tech as well, Mark.
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1. BraveUlysses | M42 | 91octane
2. dk | M42 | 91octane
3. Leo_328i | E30 318iS | 93 Octane
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Hey guys in the UK we have 95 RON fuel standard and it's also common for 98 RON, even 99 RON (in Shell stations only) to be available.
I believe the AC Schnitzer chip takes advantage of 95 RON fuel, but I've not come across anything for 98 RON (we call it super over here). Anyone have any info on chips suitable for 98?
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Arent the ebay chips just as good for $50?
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Arent the ebay chips just as good for $50?
maybe, if you want to give your money some jackoff using an EEPROM reader to duplicate and resell other people's software rather than the guy actually developing it. and even then it's a maybe... never know what you're getting with an ebay chip.
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The American fuel ratings are different to the European and Australian ratings.
Europe and Australia use RON and America uses AKI. Basically this is the conversion.
US 91 = 95 RON
US 93 = 98 RON
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318idol / M42 / 91 Octane
Count me in...
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1. BraveUlysses | M42 | 91octane
2. dk | M42 | 91octane
3. Leo_328i | E30 318iS | 93 Octane
4. 318idol | M42 | 91 Octane
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Common guys!!! We need more of you!
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1. BraveUlysses | M42 | 91octane
2. dk | M42 | 91octane
3. Leo_328i | E30 318iS | 93 Octane
4. 318idol | M42 | 91 Octane
5. 1mochi | M20 | E30 88 325is | 91 Octane | Stock Injectors
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1. BraveUlysses | M42 | 91octane
2. dk | M42 | 91octane
3. Leo_328i | E30 318iS | 93 Octane
4. 318idol | M42 | 91 Octane
5. 1mochi | M20 | E30 88 325is | 91 Octane | Stock Injectors
6. fleece johnson | E30 318 | 91 Octane
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1. BraveUlysses | M42 | 91octane
2. dk | M42 | 91octane
3. Leo_328i | E30 318iS | 93 Octane
4. 318idol | M42 | 91 Octane
5. 1mochi | M20 | E30 88 325is | 91 Octane | Stock Injectors
6. fleece johnson | E30 318 | 91 Octane
7. seph429 | 91 E30 318iS M42 | 93 Octane
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1. BraveUlysses | M42 | 91octane
2. dk | M42 | 91octane
3. Leo_328i | E30 318iS | 93 Octane
4. 318idol | M42 | 91 Octane
5. 1mochi | M20 | E30 88 325is | 91 Octane | Stock Injectors
6. fleece johnson | E30 318 | 91 Octane
7. seph429 | 91 E30 318iS M42 | 93 Octane
8. cagedbunny l 91 318is l 93 octane
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1. BraveUlysses | M42 | 91octane
2. dk | M42 | 91octane
3. Leo_328i | E30 318iS | 93 Octane
4. 318idol | M42 | 91 Octane
5. 1mochi | M20 | E30 88 325is | 91 Octane | Stock Injectors
6. fleece johnson | E30 318 | 91 Octane
7. seph429 | 91 E30 318iS M42 | 93 Octane
9. cagedbunny l 91 318is l 93 octane
10.Fiftytakedowns|91 318is| 91 octane
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we skipped 8...
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In Oregon, we have 92 octane fuel. Would the 93 EAT chip work okay? Or should I stick with a 91? Just want to make the right decision.
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In Oregon, we have 92 octane fuel. Would the 93 EAT chip work okay? Or should I stick with a 91? Just want to make the right decision.
My uneducated two cents: stick with the 91. These are not like the stock chips, they are a little more aggressive and really need the right octane to work right. 93 *might* work but if it doesn't, you'll likely get predetonation and then you're stuck with either ruining your motor or a chip that's of no use to you.
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we skipped 8...
HA! That was me posting in a rush. Fixed..kinda
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My uneducated two cents: stick with the 91. These are not like the stock chips, they are a little more aggressive and really need the right octane to work right. 93 *might* work but if it doesn't, you'll likely get predetonation and then you're stuck with either ruining your motor or a chip that's of no use to you.
Or consider the possibility that if he were to ever to visit a different state/region that didn't sell anything over 91.
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During my last big Thanksgiving sale, I sent a discount even to people who just ordered from my site and were not aware of the sale and I'll do the same now also.
Hi Mark,
I ordered mine through your website last week without realizing the sale was going on (M42 91-oct, payment sent from "my name"@yahoo.com).
Could I get the discount when the number finalizes?
I'm in no hurry. Whenever you get around to it.
Thanks.
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Well that technically makes it 10 orders :) I'm going to go ahead and get mine sent in.
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What is the actual procedure to order and get the GB discount?
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I just went ahead and ordered, put "GB-M42Club" in the comments and I think Mark will refund the difference.
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1. BraveUlysses | M42 | 91octane
2. dk | M42 | 91octane
3. Leo_328i | E30 318iS | 93 Octane
4. 318idol | M42 | 91 Octane
5. 1mochi | M20 | E30 88 325is | 91 Octane | Stock Injectors
6. fleece johnson | E30 318 | 91 Octane
7. seph429 | 91 E30 318iS M42 | 93 Octane
9. cagedbunny l 91 318is l 93 octane
10. Fiftytakedowns|91 318is| 91 octane
11. bmwguru007 | E30 318iS M42 | 93 Octane
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1. BraveUlysses | M42 | 91octane
2. dk | M42 | 91octane
3. Leo_328i | E30 318iS | 93 Octane
4. 318idol | M42 | 91 Octane
5. 1mochi | M20 | E30 88 325is | 91 Octane | Stock Injectors
6. fleece johnson | E30 318 | 91 Octane
7. seph429 | 91 E30 318iS M42 | 93 Octane
9. cagedbunny l 91 318is l 93 octane
10. Fiftytakedowns|91 318is| 91 octane
11. bmwguru007 | E30 318iS M42 | 93 Octane
12. Nimble | E30 318is M42 | 91 Octane
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I think we are just waiting for the final day of the group buy, then the orders go through
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I think we are just waiting for the final day of the group buy, then the orders go through
Of note:
I have other things on my "need list" so unless we hit 15 and can get it at under $200 (15% off), I am not "in."
So let's get 15 fellas, or maybe Mark will give us the 15% at 12+?
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We're actually at 11 people, and 3 days past the end of the sale.
An 11 dollar difference is a deal breaker for you?
Really? :rolleyes:
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So how many people on the list have actually placed an order?
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Sent my order to Mark D.
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i emailed him telling him i'd like to be in on the group buy, he responded "OK" and i told him i'd wait for his reply.
since then, i've learned he has a 15% military discount anyway, but i don't want to pull my name off the list and screw everyone else so i'll go with whatever the group buy price ends up being.
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You guys need to buy a chip first to get in on this. It isn't a traditional group buy where you pay after there are enough committed buyers. You place an order and Mark refunds the appropriate amount of $ based on the number of orders he receives in the time frame he has set. I hope this clears up some of the confusion.
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So I just place an order for the chip now and write M42club group buy
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So I just place an order for the chip now and write M42club group buy
Thats what I did. I'd be willing to bet that he'll still let those of you on the list that misunderstood the procedure in on this. Don't quote me on that though.
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Thats what I did. I'd be willing to bet that he'll still let those of you on the list that misunderstood the procedure in on this. Don't quote me on that though.
I had expected everyone to just put their name on this list for now, and then I'd figure out the discount. Anyway, I have to tally up the sales. I don't think there were 15, probably closer to 10. I've got to get a few other things done in the next 2 days, I'll count up the orders and post the discount, and send the refunds this week.
Mark
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So I guess I was quite confused on this group buy.
I can order today and send payment if I can still sneak in on the buy? (even at 10%, still a great discount).
Just let me know if that is possible, and I will order one off your site, thanks.
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So I guess I was quite confused on this group buy.
I can order today and send payment if I can still sneak in on the buy? (even at 10%, still a great discount).
Just let me know if that is possible, and I will order one off your site, thanks.
Sure you can. I was quite sure I'd get 15 people but I know that didn't happen. I'll go over to R#v and see if someone posted there as maybe there are people adding their names to a list there. Since sales were low, I'll extend it till at least Thursday evening. I guess low sales are due to all the clones on fleabay.
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In Oregon, we have 92 octane fuel. Would the 93 EAT chip work okay? Or should I stick with a 91? Just want to make the right decision.
My guess is that in the cooler climat you have there, you could probably get away with the 93 octane chip.
Mark
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Ok thanks, I will go place my order now.
I wish Hawaii had 93, we just have 92, so I will order the 91 I guess.
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just sent in my payment
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I'll go ahead and send payment this evening as well. So excited! :D
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Payment officially sent on my end. :)
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Payment officially sent on my end. :)
With the three orders that just came in, there are almost 15 sales. Iif I add in all sales this month, I just hit 15 but some of those are for other chips, not just 318 or 325 chips. I'd say we need 3 more orders to hit 15 E30 chips... getting close :D
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With the three orders that just came in, there are almost 15 sales. Iif I add in all sales this month, I just hit 15 but some of those are for other chips, not just 318 or 325 chips. I'd say we need 3 more orders to hit 15 E30 chips... getting close :D
Soo close. :D
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Popped my chip in last night and it's great!
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Some more orders came in last night so I'd say there are 15 now. To hit the 15, I had to include orders for other cars such as E34 M5's and E34 535. So to anyone still thinking about this, you will get 15% off. Next chance for this deiscount level will probably be during the BMWCCA Oktoberfest, or maybe not even till Thanksgiving!
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Are you still offering the 15% or am I too late?
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Am I too late to get in on this? if not what's the cost?
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He has them on his site for $229
http://www.dsylva-tech.ca/
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Are you still offering the 15% or am I too late?
I typically let anyone who missed the sale buy one at the reduced price for up to 10 or 15 days after the sale ends. So go ahead and order one, and please put SPRING-STIMULUS in the comments or you may not get the discount. :D
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I received my Paypal 15% refund yesterday, thanks again for this deal Mark.
Should I be looking for the chip in the USPS mail, or UPS/Fedex? Thanks.
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hope markD will make a chip (damn EWS)for me...
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I received my Paypal 15% refund yesterday, thanks again for this deal Mark.
Should I be looking for the chip in the USPS mail, or UPS/Fedex? Thanks.
When I got mine, it was through USPS.
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When I got mine, it was through USPS.
You are correct, it came today USPS.
I installed it, let the car warm up putsing around, then opened er up a bit. Wow.
The car is noticeably quicker now.
Great product. :)
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You are correct, it came today USPS.
I installed it, let the car warm up putsing around, then opened er up a bit. Wow.
The car is noticeably quicker now.
Great product. :)
I'm glad you like it, and thanks to everyone who bought one.
MarkD
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Guess I'm too late?
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got mine as well. thanks Mark.
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Guess I'm too late?
I'll give anyone who orders by the end of May 10% off instead of the 15% off during the sale.
Mark
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definitely feels like a new car.
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didnt see anything about the gains in here. Any dyno sheets??