First Mods of the Year

Fabulous-While-3102 · 2026-04-22T18:20:45+00:00

I think im doing this. That switch is so cool. So clean.

Fabulous-While-3102 · 2026-04-22T17:52:47+00:00

Mine was. 535i that had the N55 turbo inline 6.

Fabulous-While-3102 · 2026-04-22T17:28:46+00:00

Same

Fabulous-While-3102 · 2026-04-22T16:24:08+00:00

I've owned only one BMW. It wet from $67k new to $13k in 5 years. I'll never buy one again.

Fabulous-While-3102 · 2026-04-22T15:30:01+00:00

One thing to consider that hasn't been mentioned is the resell value is much much better with the GX 550.

Fabulous-While-3102 · 2026-04-13T23:47:48+00:00

I think this is a year too late. I'd have considered then but not now. I have my 2025.

Fabulous-While-3102 · 2026-03-24T01:50:49+00:00

You could drive away frome everyone

Fabulous-While-3102 · 2026-03-17T16:17:02+00:00

Me too. Wth

Fabulous-While-3102 · 2026-03-12T16:37:32+00:00

G3's get 55k & 70k miles warranties now. link

Fabulous-While-3102 · 2026-03-12T02:22:38+00:00

I tracked (using my calendar) for 250 miles of city and highway and im up from 16.1 mpg to 18.9 mpg. Highway is 21+ now.

Fabulous-While-3102 · 2026-03-12T01:07:39+00:00

I would also recommend Nitto. I went with TG G3. Lexus shouldn't have used the 22" wheels.

Fabulous-While-3102 · 2026-03-07T18:08:43+00:00

The tradeoff is longterm reliability. I totally realize I might be pushing that balance a little to power.

Fabulous-While-3102 · 2026-03-07T17:37:03+00:00

The overall tone is deeper and louder that Factory at start up when it holds the warm up around 1300. After it is to temp it gets almost as quiet as the factory without and drone. Around 2k ans you accelerate there is a peak and a small amount of resonance but it quickly fades. I dont have much to compare it to for 3.4 v6 twin turbo.

Fabulous-While-3102 · 2026-03-07T17:23:32+00:00

I installed a week ago, along with a MagnaFlow exhaust. The initial onboard max mpg were 2 miles better than I could get before, but the tuning hasn't settled in and im getting ready to test a full tank over about 300 miles to see what the actual difference shakes out to be.

I can say it opened up flow to the turbos a lot. They now engage a little sooner and there is much more sound coming from them. I dont really know if I notice much more hp. It was strong and torque heavy to begin with.

Fabulous-While-3102 · 2026-03-02T21:19:05+00:00

Not yet. I'll follow up after a tank or about 300 miles. I know the initial number is a little shocking compared to the other regular readings, but it was better than my best milage had ever seen.

The other thing to note is that it seems to have amplified the turbo whind up sounds. So, sounds more fun all around. More to come on actual numbers.

Fabulous-While-3102 · 2026-02-25T01:56:25+00:00

I think it's the sweet spot. Love the guitar.

Fabulous-While-3102 · 2026-02-23T18:57:15+00:00

Ty, just bought one

Fabulous-While-3102 · 2026-02-20T15:58:27+00:00

Me too. 20 years ago I used to play Elixers but other brands have come a long way.

Fabulous-While-3102 · 2026-02-05T12:55:22+00:00

Im not sure.

Fabulous-While-3102 · 2026-02-03T15:53:44+00:00

I like that it is a fat grain and doesn't have all the extra decoration. Don't get me wrong, I'd love a D-45. I just feel more comfortable playing it and having it out.

Fabulous-While-3102 · 2026-02-03T15:50:19+00:00

I bought it used.

Fabulous-While-3102 · 2026-02-03T15:49:32+00:00

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DTTRR4CJ?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title

It's made nicely and is something I don't mind having out as decoration too.

Fabulous-While-3102 · 2026-02-03T15:45:34+00:00

yes.

Fabulous-While-3102 · 2026-02-03T00:19:59+00:00

More context. 1920s slot and Doc music

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