janix's X5 4.6is Home 

This web page is a collection of modifications I performed to my X5 and I hope you find it useful to start work on your own car. If you have any comments/remarks please feel free to contact me via email at any time. Below you will find a list of modification I performed on my car and via the navigation on top you can view some of the more detailed reports.

 Upgrades and Modifications

• Full Dinan S2 Upgrade
• AC Schnitzer Type IV Racing Wheels
• AC Schnitzer Sport Suspension
• Dinan Camber Plates for more negative camber
• Dinan Foot Rest and Pedals
• Retrofit of BMW Bluetooth Kit
• ///M steering wheel with SMG pedal shift retrofit
• ///M Engine Management Upgrade by ///M Technik GmbH
• Extensive aftermarket stereo/DVD/TV system
• AUX Input installation and DVD in Stereo Upgrade
• Clear bulbs for indicators front, side and rear (no egg yolk effect anymore)
• Driver side keyhole cover
• Stealth Valentine1 integrated into the overhead console and Stealth1 display
• BMW Sirius Radio retrofit integrated with the factory radio/head unit
• HID Fog Light Conversion
• Black shadow trim for kidney grills
• In car Internet and Fax connectivity
• M5 rearview mirror
• Carbon Fiber coated trim (in process)
  • Interior trim (dashboard trim, door trim inserts, middle console)
  • Door handles
  • Engine and valve covers
• Extended Alcantara Interior (OEM color matched)
  • Headliner
  • Sun visors
  • A/B/C Pillars
  • Door Handles

Dinan S2 Upgrade

• Stage 4 Transmission Software Upgrade
• Stage 4 Engine Management Software
• High flow throttle body
• Dinan airflowmeter
• Dinan exhaust with factory tips installed
• In addition a modified DME from ///M GmbH has been installed (custom fuel/air field)
• Dyno results are showing an increase to ~377bhp and ~400lb/ft

Audio/DVD/TV system installation

• NAV-TV tuner in factory location
  • Display via factory head unit
  • Audio in Stereo for DVD via AUX Input and TVonNAV adapter
• Front and rear door speakers have been upgraded with MB Quart QSD 216
• Subwoofer in custom enclosure in right rear panel using JL Audio w6v2 12”
• Phoenix Gold amplifiers
  • 500.4 for the front and rear door speaker (4 x 100W)
  • 800.1 for the subwoofer (~900W)
  • Phoenix Gold capacitor
• DSP integration via custom adapter (hidden under factory mounting location)
• Alpine DVD changer installed in the factory location underneath the factory CD changer
• BMW Factory Bluetooth hands-free kit integrated into the audio system
• BMW Sirius retrofit integrated into the factory head unit and aftermarket stereo system
• iPOD AirClick integration into  ///M steering wheel

A few nice shots of my X5

 

Folks whom I wanted to thank

• Sound in Motion in Allston/MA, especially Derek, Jim(x2), Alan and Cliff for their outstanding work and great craftsmanship. If you ever need an aftermarket stereo system, multimedia or any other electronic gadget give them a call
• Tulley BMW Nashua/NH,  in particular Bryan, Jay, Nick, Kevin and not to forget all the other folks I've not mentioned who've been great in taking care of my car and accommodating my special requests
• The folks at Turner Motorsports and Kevin Holmes who always have been willing to share their advice and recommendations
• The folks from Bimmian, they've always been very helpful in accommodating my 'special' requests and I can highly recommend them and you should check out their webpage
• Sal Zaino and his whole Zaino Product Line are just outstanding and if you haven't used it yet you definitely should. It will give you the longest lasting shine there is.
• JD from AutoSalonDetailing in Winchester/MA. If you ever want to have your car detailed by someone who takes great pride in their work JD is your man
• Tim and his father from Automotive Specialist for always being willing to help and offer their services. Tim is also a great detailer if ever need your car to look like new
• For the best microfiber towels and great service check out Waynes Towels . He has a great selection of towels and offers outstanding service
• The HID Fog Light conversion can be ordered from Umnitza