Dinan D-Tronics for M6

VintageFerrari · 06-25-2014, 01:36 PM

It looks like the Dinan D-Tronics Performance Tuner is now available for all the M6 variants (F06/12/13):

http://dinancars.com/product/d440-16...ries&mid=1172/

bigbrian · 06-25-2014, 02:02 PM

Bluetooth and warranty are pretty cool features. I just don't know if it does more (if any) than a $450 Burger Tune.

Brian

Tuskir · 06-25-2014, 05:28 PM

610hp is pretty laughable IMO. Isn't that what these cars make stock?

Jeff73 · 06-25-2014, 06:37 PM

I think the gain in torque is rather significant
610 HP, 605 lb-ft of torque. A gain of 50 HP and 105 lb-ft of torque over stock. I'm scheduled to install the D-TRONICS Performance Tuner in a couple of weeks. The gain in torque should add considerable low-end power...

M6-Coupe · 06-25-2014, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Tuskir

610hp is pretty laughable IMO. Isn't that what these cars make stock?

No... they gain 10 HP

Tuskir · 06-25-2014, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Jeff73

I think the gain in torque is rather significant
610 HP, 605 lb-ft of torque. A gain of 50 HP and 105 lb-ft of torque over stock. I'm scheduled to install the D-TRONICS Performance Tuner in a couple of weeks. The gain in torque should add considerable low-end power...

Torque is also underrated, and how much more low-end power do you really need? The car already smokes tires in the first 3 gears. If anything, we need more hp on top, not more low end torque.

I'm really disappointed with this Dinan "D-Tronics" (fancy name for piggyback tuner). If they took so long to come up with this and priced it so high, at least it should've been an actual software tune and not something BMS already came up with a year ago for 1/6 the price.

bigbrian · 06-25-2014, 10:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Tuskir

Torque is also underrated, and how much more low-end power do you really need? The car already smokes tires in the first 3 gears. If anything, we need more hp on top, not more low end torque.

I'm really disappointed with this Dinan "D-Tronics" (fancy name for piggyback tuner). If they took so long to come up with this and priced it so high, at least it should've been an actual software tune and not something BMS already came up with a year ago for 1/6 the price.

^^ what he said!

jnkirk1974 · 06-25-2014, 11:27 PM

The real question here is......how much of this power will be usable? Normally, I'm a "more is better" kind of guy. However, will any of this torque actually translate into faster times (at least, 0-60 wise). Rear-wheel drive and over 600lbs of torque? Could be a new definition for "going nowhere fast".

Any guesses on what the numbers (0-60, etc) will be, with this tune?

One thing is for sure, brake pads will be worn out even faster, thanks to traction control (which will almost be a necessity ALL of the time).

Twitch Massacre · 06-25-2014, 11:34 PM

Probably not worth the money over other piggybacks but I must admit, I'm curious.

Jeff73 · 06-26-2014, 07:20 AM

I thought this was a full software upgrade? I must be confused!

Jeff73 · 06-26-2014, 08:43 AM

Has anyone used the Burger Tune?

Twitch Massacre · 06-26-2014, 09:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Jeff73

Has anyone used the Burger Tune?

Yes, many of us have, many are currently running it.

JOHNBMWM5 · 06-26-2014, 09:50 AM

Complete rip-off.

Jeff73 · 06-26-2014, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Twitch Massacre

Yes, many of us have, many are currently running it.

How do you like it, significant difference? I'm still planning on Dinan due to history and performance

Twitch Massacre · 06-26-2014, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Jeff73

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Originally Posted by Twitch Massacre

Yes, many of us have, many are currently running it.

How do you like it, significant difference? I'm still planning on Dinan due to history and performance

I sold mine. Definitely a difference but not something I was willing to risk my warranty over.

Jeff73 · 06-26-2014, 12:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Twitch Massacre

I sold mine. Definitely a difference but not something I was willing to risk my warranty over.

That's why Dinan may be a better move. Although the price could be the warranty...

diononiz · 06-26-2014, 01:11 PM

To me the Dinan is a much better move. Keeping the warranty intact is a huge concern for me. Replacing engine parts on these cars would be very expensive with no warranty!

Jeff73 · 06-26-2014, 01:34 PM

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Originally Posted by diononiz

To me the Dinan is a much better move. Keeping the warranty intact is a huge concern for me. Replacing engine parts on these cars would be very expensive with no warranty!

I'd have to agree! I will post my observations following installation in a couple weeks.

jnkirk1974 · 06-30-2014, 08:20 PM

Will Dinan be posting any performance specs on this or will that be up to the early adopters?

Jeff73 · 07-01-2014, 03:58 PM

Have not seen any specs as of yet...

EuroKar · 07-02-2014, 01:24 PM

Anyone in Southern California interested in a D-tronics setup should message me.

Jeff73 · 07-09-2014, 10:09 AM

Decided to wait on stage 1. Very few have installed the tune in either the M5 or M6...I think I'll let someone else make the performance upgrade first.

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