M5 compared to dinan 540i supercharged page 2 bmw m5. This 540i is natural inspired raw v8 power not be found in newer bmws. Only 3,203 6mt e34 540is were made, 1,524 of which came to the us. Apr 23, 2018 the dinan s1 m550i xdrive rides on a set of forgeline ar1 wheels, which are wrapped in michelin pilot sport 4s rubber measuring 26530r20 up front and 29530r20 in the rear. The transmission shift speed and throttle response were definitely improved and it felt stronger at higher speeds. The software also provides firmer and quicker shifting, further improving acceleration. From the very first e28based, which was introduced in 1985, the e39 540i has always represented eyeopening performance and technological specification with a practical and understated sedan package. I dont know what the differences would be between the different dinan stages and the conforti shark injector, but ive heard many good things about conforti from 528i owners, so.
High flow air mass meter and free flow exhaust recommended. Ess naturally aspirated optimized ecu software is a result of 100s of dyno runs and exact calibration of all parameters to allow maximum performance gains with improved driveabilityfuel consumption and stock engine longevity. To fully utilize the extra power extracted by dinan engine performance products the transmission software raises the shift points to a higher rpm for faster acceleration in both the sport and. Bmw dinan high flow air mass meter dinan corporation d763. Dinan had installed new software for the engine and transmission, but the parts for the coldair intake had not yet arrived so they gave me back the car while we waited. Dinan stage v software download engine dinan full stage transmission software download. Your 97 540i could have either the a5s440z or the a5s560z transmission, depending on your specific production date. Dinan cold air intake dinan high flow throttle body dinan 3. I just bought an 03 540i sport auto with the same issue.
The fully independent suspension features a dinan stage 3 upgrade that includes new springs and shocks, and a pair of beefier sway bars front and rear. And the stock exhaust on the 540i is fine if your retired, going to the golf course everyday but im a 16 year old kid that loves the sound of a v8, and is the dinan exhaust pretty loud just the way it is as a slip on. Price break down and specs on 540i dinan at some point during the month of august the roadfly forums are going to become archive only. Ultimate 485hp dinan supercharged bmw 540i e39 comapare. Now this car was one bad ass sleeper sedan especially for its day built in honour of the early amg hammer sedans with its 438hp supercharged engine and 190mph top speed. The 540i included a slickshifting 6speed manual transmission, but dinan upgraded the rear end to one lifted from an m5 with heavy duty axles and 3. Finally is the dinan transmission chip for the automatic or standard. Founded in 1979, dinan is well established as north americas premiere bmw tuner. A5s560z 540i through 1296 production date early production 97 models if. Nicely loaded from bmw including the rare factory msport option with the mtechnic aero package, sport seats, m steering wheel, m badging and shadowline trim. Jan 19, 2017 ive noticed in the bmw discussion forums for my m5 that there is plenty of hate, or distaste for dinan tuning. I dont know what the differences would be between the different dinan stages and the conforti shark injector, but ive heard many good things about conforti from 528i owners, so im waiting for the v8 application to be released. Dinan cai, engine software, transmission software and exhaust with 2. Cold start 540i straight pipes and dinan cai youtube.
Dinan modificationspackage motorsport wheels, and steering wheel 3 owner car vin. All available dinan parts were installed on this e39 540i touring when the car was new. The dinan transmission software also provides the driving enthusiast with a revised manual mode that is better suited to performance driving. I understand that the 2000 bmw 540i generally delivers. My dad is currently looking at a car locally that seems to tick all of his boxes. One of 180 blackblack 540i msport 6speeds imported to north america in 2003.
The software provides the same benefits in both the automatic and manual shifting modes. Sporty acceleration is no longer the sole domain of those who like to shift gears. Dinan transmission download this is one of my favorite dinan features. I have a problem with my transmission in my 2000 m5, i came across a thread where a transmission from a 540i will work. Dinan stage 45 automatic transmission software 1997.
Dinan corporation dinan high flow air mass meter call 8882807799. Best mods, upgrades, and maintenance for the bmw e39 540i. Dinan automatic transmission software welcomes you to the performance zone. According to realoem and few places its the same part number, same transmission with few different internal parts. Dinan performance automatic transmission software 19972003 bmw 540i 740ix5. Dinan high flow intake manifold for bmw 540i 9903 bmw. This means that the ability to write new posts and access various member features will go away. The dinan s1 m550i xdrive rides on a set of forgeline ar1 wheels, which are wrapped in michelin pilot sport 4s rubber measuring 26530r20 up front and 29530r20 in the rear. Dinan performance automatic transmission software 19972003 bmw 540i740ix5. Dinan rear subframe differential reinforcement kit for bmw. Only 59,000 miles, always garage kept, recent cooling system overhaul, pixel repair done, new dinan air filter with sock, michelin pilot sport tires. Dinan performance automatic transmission software 2000 bmw 328i19962000 528i. Bmw b58 340i 540i x3 m40i performance obd flash tuning. This 1995 bmw 540i is a 6speed car badged as a dinan 5 due to that companys supercharger being fitted to its m60b40 v8.
This version of the transmission software is for use with dinan high flow air mass meter andor intake manifold as well as stage 4 or 5 engine software. We went to look at the car today and it looks flawless. Jimmys ultimate 485hp bmw 540i e39 the dinan experience. To fully utilize the extra power extracted by dinan engine performance. Here is my take on dinan, and whether or not its worth the money matts video on the. In recent years dinan has further expanded its portfolio to include other european marques such as mini and mercedes benz. For all makes, dinan develops, manufactures and markets a comprehensive line of high performance products and systems, distributed through a worldwide network of authorized dinan performance centers that include new car dealerships as well as independent servicehigh performance facilities.
No, dinan is the only company i know of that does the transmission software. Dinan stage 3 ecu software, dinan transmission software, dinan cai, dinan high flow throttle body, dinan 3. The bmw e39 is one of the perfect combinations of everything bmw does well in creating an engaging, comfortable, versatile, and powerful luxury sedan. I learned that the dinan software will take care of the issue. Ive noticed in the bmw discussion forums for my m5 that there is plenty of hate, or distaste for dinan tuning. Jan 14, 2015 1999 bmw 540i sport steptronicauto dinan upgrades. It is pure driving fun to the ultimate level with a budge not.
This is a rare opportunity to have e39 m5 power in wagon. I talked to jimmy, he said he used a mix of race fuel 104107 octane and pump gas to get his results. There are no dinan authorized dealerships near me, so i sent my dme out to dinan to have the software loaded. Dinan performance automatic transmission chip 19941995. The transmission software also provides the driver with dinan s version of a manual mode. The car looks well kept inside and out, and mileage is given as k. Listing all of the options, configurations, and the differences between the preceding and successive generations is a job for wikipedia, though. Bmw e39 540i automatic transmission fluid bavarian. The car has 74000 miles, the current owner is the second owner, he bought the car from a good friend. The transmission software also provides the driver with dinans version of a manual mode. Whether it be through an ecu flash, a chip, or a separate control module.