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#28 of 33 Re: autobahn [circlew] by Mr_Shiftright HOST Oct 21, 2007 (12:32 pm)
Replying to: circlew (Oct 21, 2007 12:03 pm) I don't think many Americans are competent enough to drive at high speeds. Anything approaching 70 mph is pushing many of their ability levels as it is to their limits. The idea of most Americans driving 100 mph gives me cold sweats. It would be carnage out there. Especially considering what piles of junk we are allowed to drive. Those heaps would be hauled off the road in Europe.   My sense of driving around Europe is that in some countries at least they are much more skillful drivers--certainly this was my experience in Germany and Italy. I really like driving there and one can see why BMWs are what they are when you drive their roads. Replies to this message: circlew (Oct 21, 2007 12:52 pm)
#29 of 33 Re: autobahn [Mr_Shiftright] by circlew Oct 21, 2007 (12:52 pm)
Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Oct 21, 2007 12:32 pm) Perhaps we need separate roadways where competency of both car and driver are kept at respectable levels and the other roads are "Pot Luck".   At one time in our past, I believe there was a plan for a separation of trucks from the non-commercial traffic nationwide. There are some non-commercial roads but ultimately, it's a mix between 2 points.   We could use the same separation requiring training and heightened vehicle capability requirements to allow more efficient transportation. Heck, I've seen some real winners pass re-inspection!   I hope this doesn't sound too elitist!   Regards, OW
#30 of 33 08 335i Sedan new owner by unclover63 May 04, 2008 (6:32 am)
Not sure if this thread is still active; however, I just wanted to ask if anyone knows about the latest regarding BMW and Dinan issue regarding Mar 08 and beyond 335i's and their incompatability with the Dinan flash. Any definitive insight or additional information from you seasoned BMW vets would be appreciated. Last week I ordered a 08 335i Sedan and the Leith BMW dealership in Raleigh NC said they no longer have a relationship with Dinan. Anyone no the whole story or close proximity to the "whole story". Thanks. Replies to this message: roadburner (May 04, 2008 10:19 am) unclover63 (May 05, 2008 4:35 am) pdude1 (May 05, 2008 6:54 am)
#31 of 33 Re: 08 335i Sedan new owner [unclover63] by roadburner May 04, 2008 (10:19 am)
Replying to: unclover63 (May 04, 2008 6:32 am) BMW NA has decided to offer its own line of "BMW Performance" parts- effectively cutting Dinan loose. That said, Dinan will continue to develop and offer ECU reflashes. I would expect that Steve will have the MSD v81.0 DME cracked within a couple of months. Turner is also offering comparable ECU flashes. Replies to this message: unclover63 (May 05, 2008 4:35 am) pdude1 (May 05, 2008 6:54 am)
#32 of 33 Re: 08 335i Sedan new owner [roadburner] by unclover63 May 05, 2008 (4:35 am)
Replying to: roadburner (May 04, 2008 10:19 am) Thanks. I guess I'll have to wait until BMW produces something worthwhile in order to maintain my warranty coverage. That said, I am sure an unmodified 335i will be plenty fast enough...for at least a while. Replies to this message: pdude1 (May 05, 2008 6:54 am)
#33 of 33 Re: 08 335i Sedan new owner [unclover63] by pdude1 May 05, 2008 (6:54 am)
Replying to: unclover63 (May 05, 2008 4:35 am) I would think so! I'm still waiting for my 1200 mi break in before I start seeing what she can do.

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