REFITTING MY 17T CHINA TURBOS & PORT INJECTION DILEMMA 

WE BACK BOYSSSSSSSSS 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

Yes!!! you wouldn't believe how long I've been looking forward to some N54 content 🎉🎉🎉

Good to see the n54 content back

Great to see the 17T's putting in some work again, even better to be back to the N54 content mate! Honestly if Dylan wants to take it to that next level and have 600whp+ to play with on the fly, Reflex is still the current "best" option - I say that so hesitantly as my own experience with Reflex and said company was a complete nightmare (as you know), E content analyser issues, wiring issues on the harness, poor/non-existent FAQ/Troubleshooting guides from the manufacturer, super slow support from the company and owner - it was 6 months of throwing money at the car and frustrating emails to that business to get anywhere. Eventually the only thing that resolved it was having other third parties get involved (my tuner) to get me a new controller unit sent out under warranty, even then the "new" harness still had crimping issues on the CANBUS wires (no crimp to wire connection) which would have caused the DME to never communicate with the Reflex had I not of been vigilant enough to check it and sort that out myself. Once it was all said and done swapping the old unit and harness out and getting the new stuff in and fully soldered up - forget those silly T-Taps - took me a week, I ran it straight out of the box with my tuner's BIN file, don't try to update or flash the Reflex, just upload the BIN, test the inputs/outputs and send it! (check every wire end to end on the harness with a multimeter and solder in the DME connections) The other option is to wait a little longer and see what the new "Bavic" unit coming out of Europe will do, seems similar in price and capability to the Reflex. Either way expect Dylan to have to spend $3k+ AUD to get PI operational with controller and new tune, more if he needs Stg3+ LPFP still. Reflex alone for me was $1800 AUD. Or better yet wait another month or two for Stock DME DI delete, go PI only and gather all the other hardware/parts to do everything a Reflex would do, without the Reflex. (Flex, 2nd LPFP trigger, etc - MHD ECA, Speedsty EKPM). But again you already know this lol. Let me know when you want to see and hear a running JMC Single back in the shop :P

It is so nice to see you back up again. My niece who is a very talented and famous tattoo artist is moving to Australia and I plan on taking a vacation to go visit once she gets settled in. My 16ts are still making proper boost 4 years and 40k miles later. Thank you for the inspiration to do the hard work and make my Bmw a beast cheers mate

I’ve been running my 17ts now for over 4 years. Had no issues still. Done about 30,000kms.

I am sticking to DI only on my single car until Nexsys release the stock DME DI delete, simplifying the setup as much as possible is the best way IMO

Agree with Reflex+ Ken’s hybrid maps are awesome.

I am so glad you are doing N54 content again. Your videos inspired me. I am running 19Ts and KingTec rods and pistons. Best of luck!

So stoked with the 17t’s !!! 🙏🏽😁

I like accelerating to nearly the speed limit too haha! And I’ll be putting some used 17t’s on soon and I’m currently on the v5 e40 map with the stock turbos!

Please get Ken to map it !!!! You’ll not regret it he did mine and it’s epic, truly transformed the car for me !!! Fantastic to see n54 content again 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

FINALLY, literally have been waiting all this time to see this, so happy to see your car Andrew

Hello from France! Subscribed to the channel since the start of N54 content, I am very happy to see that you are coming back in 2024, with something new for fans of this platform. Strength to yourself in your plans for 2024.

Back in N54 business , Thanks Andrew, please do us a reflex video pls

I have done it both ways sub in an out..not a huge difference here but y’all’s driving on the wrong side 😂..lol and just a follow up I’m still running the FRB+s at 28lbs..😮although I may or may not of had to replace the engine one more time 😮😮..Welcome back 🎉

Great to see you back on here creating more n54 content! A local friend finally just recently got himself an n54 so this has been super helpful in talking him into port injection. Also, definitely best to drop the subframe instead of struggling with the lack of space down there. Especially on xdrive models.

Nice Andrew!!!! Let us know if the v5 E40 OTS map works for you guys. As you may know it stopped working for Christian's 335 after the initial crazy times with that map!!!! Also install a manual boost gauge!!

Somehow....EVERYTHING seems to be right with the world again!!! Hallelujah!!!

Super nice to see the N54 content again, thought it was an old video till I saw the upload date. Built my 17T car following your videos back then.

I replaced my twins with a complete set not just the chra part I went from above and below. You will need swivel joints extensions of wobble angle for hex torx and Es to get to the hard to reach places. If you have those tools you don't need to touch the subframe. Everything is reachable and you can apply torque easily at any odd angles. For the coolant tube I use sikaseal appliance seal. Best price for an rtv seal and you get heaps at Bunnings. 50k kms since my install with a tune so far no leaks of oil or coolant.

Keep it MHD 2+, reflex. Steer clear of JB. Ive got all the bolt ons sitting in boxes, waiting for my waste gate rattle to get unbearable, then I’m getting 17ts getting to work on my stock e92. Love seeing you back Andrew

It's amazing to me that these turbos are still pulling their weight in power to money all the way! I love it!! WELCOME BACK!!!!! Oh and IMHO MHD is the way to go! They're doing so much more with the platform and I think a lot more is yet to come! The multi map feature as well as the Anti Lag (Which works GREAT with the 17T's from my own time messing with it that it just is the way to go! I know JB4 has had lots of things in the past that are great but the future belongs to MHD I believe.

Well, when i had my Hydra Performance twin HP800 turbos installed, the team at Hydra had to pull the motor and subframe out because i chose to have the whole thing go through preventative maintenance before giving it the sauce. Put around 20k on them at 21 psi (600ish whp) with not one hiccup. Maintenance is key on these platforms! If it's just turbos install, the fastest route in my opinion is to drop the subframe and install them..

Andrew it seems the 17t is the sweet spot , I have lost 2 rear turbo turbines on my viv 19 tees

I will always love this channel.

Yes, finally N54 content. Thanks guys. Dutch regards, Nico.

glad to see you back, missed this series!! no jb4!

took the rear turbo of my old 535i which is basically heading for the scrap yard because i wanted the rear turbo to mock up charge pipes for the s55 water to air intercooler on a spare engine. basically, i did not care about getting it out the right way and sawzalled the factory outlet out of the way, along with the down pipe vband clamp haha. gave me access to the other vband clamp which i did unbolt, cut the lines for the oil and coolant and unbolted the turbo from the head and it literally flopped out on to the ground. but i do think i have the rear 535i turbo fitted up to the spare engine along with a front, i sacrificed some high flow aluminum outlets and cut the ends off and bought a 2" mandrel bend intercooler pipe kit and have the routing pretty much figured out.

Andrew you gotta start working with Viv V4 19Ts man really! ❤️

My 17T's have over 20k miles 0 wastegate rattle,0 smoke,0 issues,FAPOMOTO FTW !

Zero to Sixty N54 content!!!! Late Chrissy present! Great to see you out n about Andrew

BEEN TOO LONG MAN I LOVE THIS CONTENT!!! Ditch the JB4 and dont look back. Reflex is king now

Subframe out. Once you do it a few times, it's easy, and it gives you full access to the entire assemblies without interference. You just need the overhead engine support bar in place.

Welcome back

Happy New Year. Glad you guys are back. I cast my vote for motiv reflex with mhd. Even though jb4 works its just so outdated. I have daw stage 3+( that's what Shawn said.) He said they perform much better than the stage 3's. I already have the pi installed, I just need the motiv to run it. That's my next project on the table. Please keep up the n54 content

I have never removed the subframe when doing turbos. Pull the front turbo from the top and rear from the bottom. You can use a engine support and lower the frame and you’ll have ample space.

I miss seeing these videos on the n54s man love your content wish i could meet you in person.

I am currently running 19ts as they have a bigger back housing. Would be cool to see what kind of differences it makes compared to the stock frame 17ts! I also had better luck on the v10 2+ map on flex at e50. I was running a knock off 3.5bar sensor off of ebay and it would never give me a throttle closure. Compared to the v5 map the v10 had much more torque and faster spool as well as the same if not more top end.

On the topic of Chinese parts, how have the Dicase brake kits been since your last video covering them? Just wanted to check on their longevity from your experience. Your videos on them have pushed me to get in contact with them for a Subaru application. Thank you so much for the informative videos! Love from the Philippines.

Cheapest is JB4 with high flow backend flash from JB4's website (I did a 11.7 1/4 19T's) , But I'd recommend Maxxecu with port injection and E85, But the transmission will need changing unless it's a DCT, to a 8HP70

Jb4 with mhd bef. Been working well w/ my 17ts w/ port injection. 7.72s 60-130

May not be faster but it’s much easier on your body and patience to drop the subframe with engine or take off the front and pull engine out depending on if you have a lift or not.

Everyone having so much fun with their N54s... while mine only has problems and i own it since day 1 and it gets amazing maintenance. Nearly everything brand new from Injectors to pumps, now my batterie isnt charging correctly and i have 15v on the battery while the car is running, flickering lights, cant find a ground problem, no carshop can find any problem, its a nightmare and i love the car so much and dont wanna sell it. Amazing stuff, you do, but the best is that 8hp ^^ every car needs an 8hp.

Definitely go PI. At about 20-22 PSI HPFP is maxed out and will risk lean condition. If he stays at 20 psi he’s still good for 460-475whp on 93OCT, 500-550whp e30. PI will net more boost and higher hp

Subframe out then just lower the motor a bit

Surely he should wait a few weeks for the Nexsys DI delete kit?

I am at the same crossroad with my car with 17T hybrids. I have the JB4, but the per cylinder PI control of reflex is what draws me towards it. However, this means another $700+... Custom tune will not be cheaper on reflex over jb...

He's back! Let's goooo

Good to see you back man. I’m actually up your way at the moment. Whatnare your thoughts on 19T over 17T? Would you go 11 blade or 6x6?

Reflex seems to be the new hotness

Yay, N54 content wooooooo!

Nexsys is apparently dropping Ecu tune to run w MHD and port injection . No added controllers . Hopefully be out soon

Even with a base map this thing will fly. Im at around 500 FWHP with 17T (UK dyno numbers!) But i still have more tuning left. Will be adding CP meth soon too. Hoping for a safe 550 at the fly

Jb4 gives electric nightmare mhd with motive is the best no issue with it

Hybrid turbos . Anything over low 20psi . You starting trouble . Hes a goat 🐐 for sure

reflex is the obvious and best choice.

Welcome back. Missed the BMW content. Also miss "Dave".

JB4 is JUNK all of the cars I build are MHD + Motive, I haven't used AIC but I've heard good things. Dont cheap out it'll make your life 100x easier in the future. P.S In my Opintion JB4 is a fosil

Try the Bavic. Claims to cover PI and should cost less than the Reflex. Might have to wait for a demo unit though as I don't think it's released yet.

JUST LIKE THE OLD DAYS

I literally just got my 335i E93 back up and running

Glad to have more N54 videos!

I would try the midnight Motorsport FOG’R and do some testing as it would be a budget friendly option and suit the power to size turbo

REFLEX! N54 content FTW!

Reflex is the only way to go. I’ve ran the JB4, AIC, and the Reflex and car never ran better than when on reflex

MHD+ is the way to go

Reflex only my guy reflex only

MHD and a reflex + for sure.

Something to do with sorghum and or corn would be my go to 😉🤔

Bro no don’t do the stage 2 tune with upgraded twins that’s how you make the ringlands go Bluetooth

Wedge Performance Tune

N54 content 😮🥺❤️

Where is some more N54 8HP content???? Im desperate to try convering my 2008 135i M/T to 8HP

Run MHD E30 and it will rip it still runs 18psi but ups the timing a bit , my manual 135 ran 11.8 1/4 times consistent and smooth, I think de sensitising might yield a bit more power

I gotta say after going ST; not having to deal with the bullshittery of wastegate rattles is something I could not live past now.

Best of luck with the N54. The final straw for me was a leaking injector taking out a cylinder.

YOOOOOOO LETS GO!!! WE’RE BACK! 🎉🎉🎉

subframe out for sure, their a pain in the ass even then lol

Refresh my memory, Are these the Viv 17t?

Go Haltech with the PI!!

Reflex for the win!

By right or buy twice. Reflex.

Woot, n54 content! I am looking to upgrade my twins and was looking at the RB 19t but now I am not sure if the 17t is a better option. Knowing what you know now, you would go 17t due to heat?

Would you recommend 17T's if I am just planning to run pump 91/93 as a Daily Driver. Or would you recommend I save up for a SpeedTech Top Mount kit with a 6266, my only issue is that I believe I won't reap the benefits of a ST setup on pump and possible lose the DD aspect?

Changing turbo with out dropping subframe would be a tight squeeze.

#teamN54 🔥🔥🔥

Reflex baby

Any feedback on the pulsar single please.hows the turbo holding up

DO NOT PUT A JB4 IN! Put a AIC or better less headache

Finally N54 work, bbbbbbbbessssssttttttt😅

Reflex

Faster just to pull the engine if you have the space. Just way less fiddly that way.

What happens with no DI, 22psi peak and tune around the HPFP pressure dip? Like 17.5 psi @ 4k.

Do you still have the friend with the f87?

You seem like a BMW guy…..do you know anyone locally who can unlock the 2020 onwards G30 ECM’s?

Remember when someone got oil to come out the exhaust just driving around normally >.>

Fastest way subframe in Edit: fastest on jack stands

hey brotha any thoughts on top end power 17t vs 19t turbos ? i plan to stay DI only, aiming for 550 wheel, maybe low 20s psi on e40. the reason i’m leaning towards 19t is because my priority is top end power, i don’t care too much for low end spool as that is what damages the motor anyways. i’d imagine 17t being smaller means it won’t hold as much hp and tq above 5.5-6k. any help you can provide would greatly help bro thanks!

Anyone knows what sound is the hissing on dyno pull at 2:10 my car makes the same sound and i thought its boost leak