02 325xi - Performance/Necessary Upgrades

irish4life2687 · 03-11-2011, 06:42 PM

Hey i've tried posting this on here before an cant remember so much what feedback i got so im trying again.

The only catch this time is that im currently deployed so doing the research is difficult an i could use some help as well as advice from you guys who knw alot more bout this crap then me haha

I have an 02 325xi n have done the following so far

- Shark Injector
- Short ram intake
- replaced the stock exhaust pipe from just under the engine to out the back with 2.25in pipe n a RE Ikon Exhaust
- have aftermarket rims

i have the springs to lower the car n in addition to that im going to replace the shocks with Bilstein Sport shocks an those run bout 450 for the whole set, from wat ive found

some things that ive seen online are
-Rogue Engineering Power Pulleys
-Performance ignition coils (bavauto.com)

i cannot for the life of me find an affordable header, now after my deployment im having a kid literally 2-3 weeks when i get back so my hope for my bmw is to upgrade it performance wise as well as replace things that would help it to last well beyond the 120,000 miles it has on it now.

If anyone can let me know what additional changes would be the most beneficial as well as where exactly i can find the parts then i would appreciate the help

SamDoe1 · 03-11-2011, 07:36 PM

I would honestly not bother with trying to upgrade the performance much more than what you've already done. Yes, do the suspension but save your money for both the kid and any unforeseen maintenance/repair issues which will inevitably come up. You aren't going to see a hugely noticeable increase in power with either of those mods.

Dreamliner330 · 03-11-2011, 07:52 PM

Yeah, I really wish I would have kept my car stock, would have saved me a whole lot of money.

Rickna · 03-11-2011, 08:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dreamliner330

Yeah, I really wish I would have kept my car stock, would have saved me a whole lot of money.

I've said that so many times. Once you get started, you know it's impossible to stop.

theviking · 03-11-2011, 10:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rickna

I've said that so many times. Once you get started, you know it's impossible to stop.

+1

Bimmer Dude Xi · 03-12-2011, 10:23 AM

Stop modding the car, performance upgrades are a waste

Quote:

I've said that so many times. Once you get started, you know it's impossible to stop.

I stopped becuz I have something else to mod

but you my fellow fanatic is having a child and that's where your money should go to mainly and maintenance as well.

mujjuman · 03-12-2011, 12:04 PM

turbo or supercharger is the only way to go. along with upgraded mounts, clutch, suspension bushings, and coilovers. and exhaust.

Kubica · 03-12-2011, 04:10 PM

I actually like the power pulleys. They tighten up the steering and you can tell a difference at higher rpm. Pulleys, performance friction z-compound pads, nice tires for those hopefully light aftermarket wheels, Stewart waterpump, redline driveline fluids, and some powerflex fcabs and rtabs are all worth the time and money in my opinion.

You can get bilsteins for under $400 now. HnR springs on bilstein sports won't be baby friendly, however. Eibach springs are the way to go. Bilstein hd with stock springs also give a nice ride.

03-11-2011, 06:42 PM	#1
irish4life2687 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Telford, PA Posts: 18 My Ride: 02 BMW 325XI View My Garage	02 325xi - Performance/Necessary Upgrades Hey i've tried posting this on here before an cant remember so much what feedback i got so im trying again. The only catch this time is that im currently deployed so doing the research is difficult an i could use some help as well as advice from you guys who knw alot more bout this crap then me haha I have an 02 325xi n have done the following so far - Shark Injector - Short ram intake - replaced the stock exhaust pipe from just under the engine to out the back with 2.25in pipe n a RE Ikon Exhaust - have aftermarket rims i have the springs to lower the car n in addition to that im going to replace the shocks with Bilstein Sport shocks an those run bout 450 for the whole set, from wat ive found some things that ive seen online are -Rogue Engineering Power Pulleys -Performance ignition coils (bavauto.com) i cannot for the life of me find an affordable header, now after my deployment im having a kid literally 2-3 weeks when i get back so my hope for my bmw is to upgrade it performance wise as well as replace things that would help it to last well beyond the 120,000 miles it has on it now. If anyone can let me know what additional changes would be the most beneficial as well as where exactly i can find the parts then i would appreciate the help

03-11-2011, 07:52 PM	#3
Dreamliner330 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Minnesota Posts: 2,825 My Ride: 330xi View My Garage	Yeah, I really wish I would have kept my car stock, would have saved me a whole lot of money. __________________ *-Nick* *I got your stimulus package...right here.* *Let us join together and participate in collecting FREE mod's in one place...(clicky)* ***WTB: TIAG SEDAN FACELIFTED HOOD / SIDESKIRTS / BUMPER*** e46 xi extensive suspension overhaul replacement parts list.

03-12-2011, 12:04 PM	#7
mujjuman Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: New York Posts: 3,339 My Ride: not an E46 View My Garage	turbo or supercharger is the only way to go. along with upgraded mounts, clutch, suspension bushings, and coilovers. and exhaust. __________________ mujjuman 2003 325xi 5MT Jet Black, ZSP, ZPP, ZCW, OEM Xenon ^^RIP sig by Solidjake

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03-11-2011, 07:36 PM	#2
SamDoe1 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Minnesnowta Posts: 2,532 My Ride: 2004 330xi, 3 pedals View My Garage	I would honestly not bother with trying to upgrade the performance much more than what you've already done. Yes, do the suspension but save your money for both the kid and any unforeseen maintenance/repair issues which will inevitably come up. You aren't going to see a hugely noticeable increase in power with either of those mods.

03-12-2011, 04:10 PM	#8
Kubica Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Boston Posts: 3,904 My Ride: 2003 325xi View My Garage	I actually like the power pulleys. They tighten up the steering and you can tell a difference at higher rpm. Pulleys, performance friction z-compound pads, nice tires for those hopefully light aftermarket wheels, Stewart waterpump, redline driveline fluids, and some powerflex fcabs and rtabs are all worth the time and money in my opinion. You can get bilsteins for under $400 now. HnR springs on bilstein sports won't be baby friendly, however. Eibach springs are the way to go. Bilstein hd with stock springs also give a nice ride.