E90 320D Still a Good Buy?

[NikN47]

Hi All,

I have also purchased an e90 320d (08 model but with the N47 engine). I am currently based in northern JHB and would like to know which are the best workshops/mechanics that I can send my car to?

Thanks

 

[FILV]

Hi All,

I have also purchased an e90 320d (08 model but with the N47 engine). I am currently based in northern JHB and would like to know which are the best workshops/mechanics that I can send my car to?

Thanks

TuneTech
Ross Duncun
Dark Artz Performance

 

[NikN47]

TuneTech
Ross Duncun
Dark Artz Performance

Thanks, is Xcede also recommended?

 

[KPM3_30]

Thanks, is Xcede also recommended?

Yes, had good experiences at the Xcede workshop as well.

Ross Duncan is more convenient if based in Midrand.

 

[NikN47]

Yes, had good experiences at the Xcede workshop as well.

Ross Duncan is more convenient if based in Midrand.

Thanks a lot all, I'll go with Xcede as they're based closer to me.

 

[KingJonesXV]

Both are reliable, but the N47T is the one to buy if you envisage a 20d.

1. Power difference of 15kw and 40nm.
2. Issues leading to timing chain and turbo failures sorted with the N47, more over the with the N47T (Apr 2010 and onwards)
3. Preventive maintenance would be regular oil changes, egr-delete, swirl flap-blank and a decat on both platforms.

Hey

Interested in the above.

Why is it important to do these - egr delete, swirl dlap-bank and decat?
What was the cost at RK Motion?

Thank you

 

[DRCraig]

Hey

Interested in the above.

Why is it important to do these - egr delete, swirl dlap-bank and decat?
What was the cost at RK Motion?

Thank you

EGR delete stops soot clogging, cooler air, cleaner intake. Best is to physically clean intake manifold as well. Swirl flap delete removes parts that can break and kill engine.
Downpipe less back pressure, faster turbo spool, more power and some sound to it.

 

[KingJonesXV]

Thank you for the response.

Cost? Approximately for all this?

 

[DRCraig]

Thank you for the response.

Cost? Approximately for all this?

@Sherwin@xcede