What Happened To My 500 HP BMW 330i?

[@juancarlosathome101]

I still can't believe this is happening!! 😆😆 It's been an honor and a privilege to be able to have been such a part of this process, and guys, there's SO much more coming. You'll see me speak on this particular subject in an upcoming video, but for what it's worth, I understand and fully realize how incredibly fortunate I am to have been able to be a part of this in any way, and I understand the responsibility I have to the greater BMW enthusiast community to be as much a positive/motivated steward as I can be for all of us who've been influenced by Musa and this channel in any way. It's truly a privilege to be able to connect with all of you, and I can't wait for what's coming! 😁

[@bmwlane8834]

Looking forward to what you guys are going to put together!!! I've a 430i M sport same color Estoril. I'm blown away with it...stage 1 guns for me....I'm happy with it. It's a work car and my fun car!

[@VehicularDIY]

It was a blast having you! Thanks for spending the time and looking forward to seeing your reaction when your car is making north of 500 whp 😎

[@juancarlosathome101]

@@VehicularDIY Can't wait Musa!!!! This will forever be one of the greatest privileges I've ever been able to experience! I'm looking forward to ALL of it! ☺️☺️

[@zanarif8310]

Could you drop a list of all the upgrades to get where you are? Would like to do this in the uk on a 330e

[@tjmg6328]

You guys need to R&D this platform heavy! No one else is exploring this platform and i truthfully believe it can be a competitor with evos,subies,hondas due to the 4 cyl mutuality. They are light than its big brother chassis and engine wise and it does come AWD so...I honestly think with the right parts and tuning you can push impressive numbers. At the end of the day it is just a smaller B58...

[@MyDailyPerspective]

Thank you for keeping the updates and feedback coming.

[@zhihengli8051]

best channel for BMW

[@jks1311]

i think it's truly amazing you got that amount power out of the B46! However as long time BMW fanatic I'd never move away from the 6 cylinder power plant this is what sets BMW's apart from the rest, it's not only about speed and horse power the smooth acceleration and sound is what does it for me..

[@VehicularDIY]

For me its about that initial throttle tip in that you can only get from a 6 cylinder. I'm sure the hybrid assist fills that gap on the 330e but didn't get a chance to try that out.

[@ninjahr859]

Never doubted you! Hoping to do this to my G20 sometime soon. Hello from Carlsbad! Hoping one day I'll see this in person!

[@Csa-j7q]

The man the myth the legend thanks for coming back I can’t wait to tune my b46 g30 once the leaks are fixed lol. Water pump is getting replaced this week

[@juancarlosathome101]

@@Csa-j7q NICE!!! Do a pull for me when it's all done! 😁

[@AKBAKB-p7e]

@@Csa-j7q Im guessing it’s pre July 2020? What are you planning to do? Im trying to iron out the wrinkles in my 2022 g30. I have all the parts the legend opted for.

[@ПавелШурыгин-я3м]

Какой смысл на В48 такую мощность делать, трансмиссия не выдержит больше 350 лс 🥲, нужно ставить другую трансмиссию от 340 или 330д

[@SynDaKid]

What happened to your 500hp 330i? More like what happened to you. SERIOUSLY MIA.

[@juancarlosathome101]

@@SynDaKid We'll be diving into this, and the full story of what happened with the channel soon... 😎 For now though, know there's a LOT more content coming out! 😁😁

[@AKBAKB-p7e]

@@juancarlosathome101 That’s going to be AWESOME! Looking forward to it. I have purchased the exact same setup from IPOS MS for my 2022 530i. The DP, IntakeManifold, IM450 turbo, and the Port Injection Kit. I’m just having issues since my vehicle is newer with a lock on the DME. ECU-Tek cannot tune my car. Some platforms don’t support b48’s and misinformation upon misinformation. I have literally been going in circles for about 6 months with my parts just gathering dust (Except for the DP, the sound was worth the little CEL light on the dash LOL.) The car does bog down a little at various speeds tho.

[@BrokeMahWallet]

Facts bro disappeared for a bit 😭😭

[@juancarlosathome101]

@@AKBAKB-p7e Yeah--that locked DME thing is going to be a real "built not bought" killer as the years go on... Musa and I were actually just talking about this--I feel that in the near future, because of so much regulation/soulless-ness (EVERYTHING will be made by robots, EVERYTHING will need to abide by the same rules, EVERYTHING will be so monitored that modifications of any kind will be next to impossible, EVERYTHING will be made illegal... etc etc etc), the nostalgia wave is what's coming. People are going to crave a more raw, more organic, more connected, less refined feel to their cars, and the only way to do that will be to go back in time with what you buy... I'll definitely see if Musa can comment on this too to see if he can offer any workaround suggestions... 🙂

[@juancarlosathome101]

@@BrokeMahWallet He's back now!!! 😁

[@bmwlane8834]

I have one complaint on the channel.....I want a weekly show! Lol

[@juancarlosathome101]

Yesssssssss!!!! 😭😭😭

[@daftyop2714]

Ive been waiting man glad to see you back.

[@tony_soprano1076]

FINALLY I MISSED UUU. please stay consistent. loving the 330i content

[@juancarlosathome101]

Musa'll be posting for sure a vid/month minimum for the foreseeable near future... 😁😁

[@Reaper_f30]

ive began collecting all my parts for the forged im500 build man, your videos have been the reason ive decided to do it, taking my b48A to a forged b48B (compression drop to 330i) rods, bearings pistons etc, will be alot of fun thanks to you :D

[@VehicularDIY]

Right on! Good luck with the project, sounds like you're building a monster.

[@Gambino2298]

Glad you’re back man, excited to see this.👍

[@Nico_335i_DCT]

Great to see you back Musa. Great plans! I'm hyped and looking forward to the content. Thanks for sharing, Dutch regards, Nico.

[@VehicularDIY]

Thanks Nico, always nice to see your comments. I'll go in to a lot of detail as I know most viewers like that.

[@noahsussman7713]

More content please please please!!!! Go through everything you have done and what you have learned!!

[@rocketrob3324]

Love you working on the B46/48 platform! Thanks Guys

[@notyourfathersgarage1305]

Love this guy only reason I’ve been able to manage to keep my beamers on the road thank you man

[@marti74f]

Good to see you back man

[@zoober2217]

Glad to see you uploading again!! I missed your videos. Absolutely love the format of your videos! Greetings from Bulgaria.

[@VehicularDIY]

Thank you!

[@bamboozledbox]

Its good to see another upload welcome back :)

[@VehicularDIY]

Thanks!

[@Santiago-cv6ej]

Bro I’m so glad you’re back, I been stalking your page everyday month since the last vid thinking where is this guy at but man it feels great to have you back.

[@iwishihadramenrightnow]

Can't wait get the turbo replacement for my 330i. Glad to see you back

[@STAyTHIrstyMyFREind]

Great video as always! Just dealt with this exactly on the M340.

[@StealthyG42]

Nice update! Ill be following your build on my 230i xDrive eventually, but all i want is 380-400hp and reliability.

[@VehicularDIY]

You should be able to get that on just the turbo upgrade and down pipe on pump gas.

[@alerosale5090]

We seriously need a pov drive video on a private track or maybe in Mexico. Love your work!

[@Smartrior]

Every video you make is a celebration for me :D

[@SsBmWVader]

İn my country because of the excessive taxes BMW offers b48 1.6 liter 170hp 250 nm torque. İt's power increases after stage one soft mod 250 hp 350 nm torque. Ur doing outstanding job after modding 4 cylinder Bmw which figures m4 performance. Superb .

[@huh0123]

Is it a 4 cylinder? Because that sounds like the B38 3 cylinder at only 1.6L displacement.

[@Sunny-jl6mr]

@@huh01233 cylinder bmws don’t exist in USA, only 4, 6 and 8 cyls. Y’all EU guys have the different trims too, we don’t have no 320d or b38 or none of that, just a standard 330 base which has a b48-46, 340 has b58 and m3 w the s58

[@Mad_Rass.mk6gli]

@@Sunny-jl6mrwe do have the b38 in the US. It was used the I8, x2, base F56 mini’s and couple others.

[@ryanhumphrey9037]

Glad to see you’re making content again. Get another n54!!!

[@VehicularDIY]

Still have one, the 135i. Still a lot of fun even stock.

[@altink8823]

Always good to see your videos

[@mickmini3846]

Hey man, glad to see you back, like many other people checked often for new content. and yes... though you were going to show a rod poking out of the block in the beginning haha

[@VehicularDIY]

haha seemed like the perfect opportunity.

[@Ukrainiancouple]

Hey Musa! I’ve been following your channel a while. I am also a Canadian and made my way into the US (Pennsylvania) . I was always a e36, e34 and e46 owner , both 4 and 6 cyl , and when it came time to buy a car, I ordered a 2024 230i, m sport and dynamic handling. Now I’ve done a jb4, will go for a catless downpipe, intake, and custom tune. I wish the car had more power up top and maybe I wish for a m240i but I think you shouldn’t just abandon the b48.. you should continue refining it. It’s a unique engine that has a place for tuners.. don’t just replace it with a b58. Cheers and thanks for your work

[@tobias6115]

You keep up the crazy work! Great! I want to see the manual swap! And you should do a brake upgrade.

[@juancarlosathome101]

@@tobias6115 It's like you're clairvoyant!!! 🤣🤣

[@VehicularDIY]

Yeah I miss the G80 brakes.

[@tobias6115]

​​​​​@@VehicularDIY Actually you already should have put bigger brakes on, with the 2l engine. Having over 400hp with the stock 330i brakes is a little scatchy. I guess the 374mm M Sport brakes should fit without a problem. And they are not crazy expensive. (At least not in Germany 😁)

[@kevinsmb]

Welcome back! I love your updates, please keep them coming 🙏

[@williamlau6590]

This is kinda better! It’ll be fun to watch the journey!

[@davidvatcher]

After watching this video keep my 2020 230i track pack have a little fun with it thank you

[@juancarlosathome101]

@@davidvatcher 100%!!! I'll see if Musa and I can talk on-channel about it more, but we literally just spoke about how 2020 is basically the end of the line for the "ease" factor in making a stock BMW fun. Locked ECUs (no more tuning)/insane emissions requirements (forced features like auto start-stop=you'll never be able to hear your engine idle anymore), etc... It's all, unfortunately, headed in that direction... Keeping that gem will be one of the best possible decisions you can make! 👍🏻😁

[@Itschaboylamari]

@@juancarlosathome101bimmercode ftw!

[@orlmont]

@@juancarlosathome101 i think you can code out the features like auto start stop and emissions stuff without getting your ecu unlocked, and for tuning its either going the jb4 route or spending 2 grand for getting the ecu unlocked by femto

[@davec5237]

Thanks for the update. 👍

[@Drd4all]

Oh boy, here we go 😅😅 Love you man.

[@noahsussman7713]

I have an almost identical spec 330 I just got used with 20k miles. Looking to upgrade it but going to stay with 93 pump gas since that’s all I have access too. Would love to see a lot more content with the car and how you like the m sport brakes and LSD and stock car itself and then content and pricing on the mods you did. Love to see some recognition for this car. These go for 30k with low miles and have all the technology and looks and comfort and super capable b48!!

[@VehicularDIY]

Yeah crazy bang for your buck if you want modern features on the cheap. M Sport brakes are pretty good, they can handle the 500 HP pretty adequately. LSD was a bit of a must given the torque this thing makes, I also heard the axles are stronger when you get the LSD. IPOS blew their stock axles on similar power with the sock diff and axles, they have a 2021 Supra 2.0L.

[@Respect_N55]

Cant wait for the N55 action! This B48 build is awesome!!

[@juancarlosathome101]

ME NEITHER!!!!! 🤣🤣

[@VehicularDIY]

Exciting stuff coming for the N55, guaranteed you haven't seen it before.

[@VehicularDIY]

I'm excited to hear how it sounds once we're done

[@juancarlosathome101]

@@VehicularDIY It's so crazy being on the "in" with all of this--Musa (as usual) is about to change the game of the N55 platform, and that is no understatement!

[@Respect_N55]

@@juancarlosathome101 Wow I caught my self watching this video again, you guys said it can do 580 torque!!! JEEEZZZZZ LUOISEEE that actually must feel insane. Im going to try to stand on my rear seats to test 🤣

[@edwardwerley8831]

Always the best and interesting content. Worth the wait!

[@juancarlosathome101]

I wholly agree--thank youuuuu!!!🙂

[@mikejoik6881]

Glad to see you back, looking forward for new content

[@pollo.888]

Really good content. I’ve been eyeing an msport rwd 330i and this makes it seem like a solid daily choice.

[@shotikoedisherashvili3834]

Absolutely needs more love on comfort mode side

[@Itschaboylamari]

Bro took so long i moved onto the f8X chassis 😭😭 still dope to see the b46 getting some love

[@VehicularDIY]

Lol F8X is the best bang for your buck chassis out there right now.

[@clueby4]

Glad you are back! Thanks heaps for your content, so informative and you make complex topics easy to digest!

[@bmwlane8834]

The supra guys are going nuts with HP and torque.

[@chikmnunget]

Fr bro with like very little effort too, MKV gotta be one of the best enthusiast cars ever made in

[@tjmg6328]

where? looking for more examples but seeing little to none just people with exhausts and cold air intakes

[@uagpat9870]

Welcome back🙏🏾

[@arunmaraj5211]

This is gonna be so good. I got the MSport 2018 330ix and my build is basically what you taught on this channel. I laughed when you brought out the B58 cuz my motto was if I do blow my b48 Ima put in a 58 haha

[@VehicularDIY]

Yeah in the back of my head whenever I was pushing this car I said worst case I'll just get a B58.

[@joshuamolina2986]

I can’t wait to see the N55 vids !!!

[@VehicularDIY]

Lots of interesting content coming for the N55!

[@sweckz9580]

HE'S BACK

[@laszlodoiron2737]

As a g20 330 owner I’ve been following this from the beginning waiting for an update I’m glad to see it’s taking it and I’m gonna go down this path myself but on the stock turbo I’m also ripping mounts every oil change pretty much I’ve tested BFI ones and they are way to harsh I’m gonna try out a set of inserts on the next set of mounts to see if it helps

[@VehicularDIY]

It looks like the M340i mounts I got would slot right in, wonder how much vibration there would be.

[@laszlodoiron2737]

@@VehicularDIY You are correct they fit perfectly I gave the inserts a try you can’t take take the 30i mounts apart without breaking the seal so I bought a set of M340i mounts after seeing this comment and the inserts fit them It’s a two-piece insert with only one piece in. There’s almost no vibration and it actually daily useable with both parts in its bad only at idle w a/c but still way better than BFI mounts now all that’s left is to see how long it lasts as this is the 6th set of mounts in 38k

[@nerso3450]

@@laszlodoiron2737 hey dude i think i wanna do the same are you sure the 340 mounts fit and can you send me the links for mounts/inserts?

[@ClaudBando]

@@laszlodoiron2737 link? Help us out

[@laszlodoiron2737]

@ sorry for the late reply but if you go on fcp euro and order them for a 2021 340 they will work they are a little stiffer so expect some vibrations at idle

[@Starscream8896]

I had to replace my motor mounts as well at 40k miles. Now I have a minor seep on vcg and leaking front main seal- getting them both replaced tomorrow then I go in with port injection

[@dsizzleee]

I thought you died. Good to see you back!

[@wrth]

the legend is back 😂

[@theque1539]

Amazin channel, thank you for all the content. I am learning so much from what your share.

[@Ultiferion]

I'm on a B48 group on facebook, apparently there is someone from Thailand that got around 800hp from a 330e with B48B20A and he is running with stock internals but mentioned something about ignition delaying...

[@GabrielJuarez-bg8hb]

Apparently, these engine mounts are prone to failure even on stock engines/tunes. They give out around the 40k mile mark (unsurprisingly around the time that most people's warranties are up lol) and even after replacement, they don't stand up well to the b48 4-cyl. Have already gone through a set and I am just barely crossing the 50k mark. Someone gave a recommendation to use aluminum inserts on the eBay engine mounts. I believe they're from Vargas Turbo Technology and are a bit pricey, but for 400-500+ whp goals, I would give this a consideration. Already ordered mine and don't want to ever really worry about these mounts giving out anytime soon.

[@indyrock8148]

Just about to order the same turbo for my 530i 😁

[@Tuned_RWD]

Welcome back bro. Thank you so much for the update. Right now my 330 is at about 320 whp. I can't wait to hit at least 450.

[@meliodas_edits9399]

Bro is it stock ? Cuz mine says 320 and its stock😭😭 ( help me I am lost)

[@fr3sh929]

@@meliodas_edits9399 You're making 376hp to the crank stock???

[@meliodas_edits9399]

@@fr3sh929 320 to crank stock yes 😭

[@meliodas_edits9399]

@@fr3sh929 I am making 320 whp in a stock 330i i am lost 😭

[@muhammedkeremovet2255]

​@@meliodas_edits9399 Have you been using rocket fuel, brev? Cause that's about the only logical explanation.

[@joepaquette7435]

Good to see you again!

[@Speedbooost]

I love your videos & your build! I wish I can do the same to my bmw

[@brandonwallace9059]

Fuck the car “so happy it’s okay “ but fr tho i think we all Missed you man & glad you’re healthy

[@rlscustoms]

Great video, I was more thinking along the lines of doing what you did here to an F20 125i B48, lighter chassis, let’s party, I’m wondering how much lighter it is 🤔 But yeah looking forward to your 2 port swap this will be interesting!

[@TaylorD_Rides]

I've been wondering if the swap would work. Great to see someone try it.

[@NeeloTheCarGuy]

Cant wait to do this to mine😮‍💨😮‍💨😮‍💨

[@DefaultLoginDetaiIs]

You can solve the issues with comfort mode in the tuning. That turbo should be easy to get stock like driveability from. But I suppose it doesn't matter any more!

[@Dietcola1]

Finally an update on the 330i!!! 😢

[@cognition26]

You can tune the transmission as well. There are a few garages that do it.

[@PURCELLYOUTUBE]

missed opportunity to continue with the "first step remove your engine" meme but the engine mount troll got me good, i was like oh nooooo it threw a rod lol

[@VehicularDIY]

Yeah seemed like the perfect opportunity, couldn't help myself lol.

[@yusufgokce7524]

Love your videos!!!

[@nathanb5840]

A transmission to would fix a lot of of your issues Stefan tuning does work magic

[@VehicularDIY]

Yeah for now I just have XHP Stage 3.

[@nathanb5840]

@@VehicularDIY oh my B 58 I did the transmission tune after watching Kearns video and I swear to you it’s night and day with comfort mode mode now is awesome. Hell I don’t even need to go to sport mode most times, but if you do go past a certain percentage, it all automatically goes into sport mode now.

[@micraw714]

This is awesome and gives me hope on my goal to put a gen 1 B58 into a 2017 F31 330i 😁

[@manibanks9239]

Yo bro I’ve been thinking bout b58 swappin my 2019 530i

[@Funded...]

He’s BACK!!!!

[@n55tourist32]

welcome back!

[@VehicularDIY]

Thanks!

[@zadeh79]

The power delivery I don't like with the 330i . I prefer being able to cruise around 2K rpm and having the instant, linear, and smooth, response. WIth the 330i B48 I just haven't been able to get that, no matter what configuration I've tried. My car will power/torque on a dyno but is really disappointing daily driving - unless you are revving beyond 3k, you are not going anywhere.. I remember my Audi A4 had only around 285whp and was a blast in daily driving, even when you weren't pushing the car hard - much smoother and quicker off the line, and just slightly tipping in the throttle, you feel instant power - for example a pull from 1800 to 2200 rpm. In contrast, the 330i has to spike to 3K if you want to get anywhere quick. I don't know if this has something to do with the low 'load' the car is sensing or perhaps low manifold pressure (pre-boost) which makes my car less responsive. Sport+ is to 'heavy' feeling - always feels like you are always in a low gear. In my car (stage 2), the closest I can get to having relaxed, low end, response , comes with using a throttle booster with a very aggressive setting and setting Comfort+ mode. I really wish there was a solution to this.

[@G80tommy]

Sick video

[@federicotorresbordils7624]

BMW has nowadays the best and robust 4 cylinder engine worldwide. BimmerN53

[@liam7540]

lol i have had my motor mounts needing replaced twice already at 50k miles on my g20

[@WWade-cm8hx]

Glad you have a lift, I remember watching your videos with you working under jackstands and I just disagree with that because it's a pain in the butt.

[@uniwerksdesign]

All that power and Xdrive? Would it handle it? Also! I love your content. Fascinating. More please.

[@VehicularDIY]

Yeah the xDrive cars are pretty stout but can't say with certainty that the differentials would like it.

[@uniwerksdesign]

@@VehicularDIY Is there a "lite" version of this that you could recommend, in that case. I have a 21 330i Msport Xdrive, same Portimao blue as yours. 🙂

[@C63V8]

Excellent

[@giacomotedaldi5516]

I have a 2017 530i and I want to do the same build that you did. I want to know if from experience you’d think I’d be able to do the same turbo swap?

[@mechanicdudevlog8788]

Dude wanted a break from social media. Everyone has their lives to take care of stuff. None the less keep on keeping on brother

[@VicenzaBikeProject]

Man thank you so much for all your videos! You are a saver! Nobody talk about this new 4 banger from Bmw! I'm definitely going to mod my f20 120i with with the same turbo and intake manifold! After of course some better pistons, an LSD and a reinforced clutch. Do you know how to code out the E-lsd system on f20 platform? It would be awesome

[@Guenounovitch]

here is what happened. the guy tried to put 500hp on an engine that BMW engineers didn't even try on a B58. The end

[@nexus0038]

Look into sprint booster to help your throttle issues.. help me big time

[@Tuned_RWD]

@@nexus0038 do you have a website ?

[@VehicularDIY]

I was thinking it would still throttle close but couldn’t hurt trying.

[@yashsingh6189]

Keep updating G

[@ishmum_9958]

So excited 🎉

[@chrisperez5969]

Have you tuned the car yet? Maybe what it needs is a tune to help dial in the power with the upgraded turbo ?

[@demondmiller9862]

I was wondering 😮

[@demondmiller9862]

One of my good friends just brought a used 2020 530i with the executive package and I was telling him that y’all have the same motor what’s the potential of the motor

[@rellbarnes7555]

Did you use the 6 cylinder motor mount instead of the 4 cylinder mount I’m going through the same problem myself

[@BaxterCash]

Did you ever upgrade the tire sizes beyond 255 to handle 500+ hp? Also, does the M Track module work with a G20 without a HUD?

[@christianmirmo4942]

I think you may have single handedly helped the 330i hold its value 😂

[@Ro_CA]

Hello much respect for the work you’ve accomplished there! I have a question: where did you get the LSD for the 330? (I have a 2020 g20 330i Xdrive Msport, and BMW seems to offer it only for M340). Curious to see which one you’ve gotten. Thank you!

[@petrkovalev1926]

Super glad to see you back! Do you think the 51 transmission is good to handle that much torque? Maybe it’s a good idea to swap in the 71 transmission ?

[@VehicularDIY]

Yeah up until 650 WTQ, I might get the new spool stage 2 upgrade if we push the torque high enough.

[@juancyroman7108]

You should make a sole video of all the performance parts that u put it into her 330

[@VehicularDIY]

Yes I will cover them as a take it apart.

[@postalpancho]

I wouldn’t even blame the additional power, the motor mounts have been a known weak point for a while.

[@BassFraud]

From your experience what is better to work on ? A) 2 car garage with no lift B) Outside (Hot Humid) with lift

[@VehicularDIY]

I prefer outside with a lift even though it’s hot it’s not humid here so I use a swamp cooler to stay cool even outdoors.

[@lghazmat]

its been a while bro how you been, i was missing your contents ,

[@kreevey33]

Because they are transverse how much of this can transfer to b48Es? I saw ur comment about the dct in m135i being weaker, but technically u could use some of these mods for a 2020+ b48e?

[@anmoldhaliwal9272]

Have you thought about a manual swap?It would probably help with ur engagement in comfort mode. I have a 2020 230i so I would also just love to see it happen

[@VehicularDIY]

If this thing didn’t have assisted driving I would have considered it.