Best modifications for new Z4 owner
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Its basically a device you attach to the throttle pedal to increase throttle response. It has 3 selectable modes Off/Normal, Sport (so I'm calling it) and race
Whilst it does absolutely nothing for power or torque, it takes away the slight delay from time you put your foot down to when the car responds. I wasn't expecting it to be so noticeable, but I really am impressed with it.
Took about 5 mins to instal.
Whilst it does absolutely nothing for power or torque, it takes away the slight delay from time you put your foot down to when the car responds. I wasn't expecting it to be so noticeable, but I really am impressed with it.
Took about 5 mins to instal.
nick_l said:
Now I'm confused the guy on the video says, you will get faster 0-60 times due to less delay / faster power delivery..... And
On the sprintboostersales.com website it says will NOT improve 0-60
If all it really does is boost the signal then just giving more right foot to begin with will have the same effect? Am I missing something here.
Can someone with this installed please put this to bed and do a 0-60 comparison. Can't find this anywhere.
I only know what I've read, but its not going to give more power - its just going to give a quicker throttle response, which may get you off the line a fraction quicker.
As nick_l says: Whilst it does absolutely nothing for power or torque, it takes away the slight delay from time you put your foot down to when the car responds. I wasn't expecting it to be so noticeable, but I really am impressed with it.
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As nick_l says: Whilst it does absolutely nothing for power or torque, it takes away the slight delay from time you put your foot down to when the car responds. I wasn't expecting it to be so noticeable, but I really am impressed with it.
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I have found a very well put together technical review paper online, the conclusion basically states that it improves the feel and that the only gain is the time it takes to max the peddle. It seems like a placebo that nothing more aggressive driving can replicate.
I really want to believe this works!! But evidence seems to the contrary.
For your perusal http://www.crosslake.net/~dbipes/sprintbooster/SprintBooster.pdf
I really want to believe this works!! But evidence seems to the contrary.
For your perusal http://www.crosslake.net/~dbipes/sprintbooster/SprintBooster.pdf
I've had it fitted a few weeks now and love it. It pretty much acts like the sport button, but only on what it does to the throttle.
It 100% does not add power. It just increases throttle response. Quite drastically when red or race as I call it is selected. 0-60 times I can't really comment on as I've not tested that out. I reckon it may increase times very very slightly as it opens the throttle quicker.
It 100% does not add power. It just increases throttle response. Quite drastically when red or race as I call it is selected. 0-60 times I can't really comment on as I've not tested that out. I reckon it may increase times very very slightly as it opens the throttle quicker.
LeeEdwards
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Hi all, ok I'm looking at purchasing a z4 in the next few weeks. All options considered it's going to be the best fit. Have around 10 - 12k to spend. Would like some information on what would be the best model to go.
kaderendall
New member
Hello everyone,
New to the Z4 community- coming from a mk 3TT.
Has anyone got a link to the 'stubby ariel' please- dont want to buy a dodgey one?
On a side note has anybody done the Sound generator mod?
Thanks in advance,
Kade
New to the Z4 community- coming from a mk 3TT.
Has anyone got a link to the 'stubby ariel' please- dont want to buy a dodgey one?
On a side note has anybody done the Sound generator mod?
Thanks in advance,
Kade
kaderendall said:
Search for the Citroen/Peugeot stubby aerial on eBay or from the dealers, about 7 quid, looks very similar to the BMW part, fits perfectly and is a lot cheaper.
I think most people here have taken at least 1 piece of foam out of the generator, I know my car came with only one installed from a previous owner.
Wow, you all have given me some more things to check, like the springs, there is a clunk when pulling out of the neighborhood.
I've already replaced the PVC hoses, oil, headlights, ignighters and ballasts. Had to seal the assemblies due to moisture.
Now I just have to clear up the lenses. And now it is getting to be time for a tune and all fluids.
Really not bad for a 2005 car with 137K miles on the odometer.
Thanks! 8)
I've already replaced the PVC hoses, oil, headlights, ignighters and ballasts. Had to seal the assemblies due to moisture.
Now I just have to clear up the lenses. And now it is getting to be time for a tune and all fluids.
Really not bad for a 2005 car with 137K miles on the odometer.
Thanks! 8)
