F54 :: Clubman Talk (2015+) MINI Cooper Clubman and Clubman S Discussion

JCW Burger JB4 Installed on JCW B48E

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Apr 23, 2021 | 04:29 AM
  #1  
CPWillys's Avatar
CPWillys
Thread Starter
|
2nd Gear
Joined: May 2018
Posts: 54
Likes: 49
From: Minnesota
Burger JB4 Installed on JCW B48E

I Installed the JB4 tuner last night and everything went together with relative ease.

Installation:
The installation document isn't great, the video and PDF don't show all the work involved to install the device. To do the job right you have to remove the battery but they don't prepare you for that.

The sensors plugin easily, note there is an extra pair for the Electronic Waste Gate but it is not utilized on the JB4.

Once you have the intake box and cowl plastic off you need to remove this battery cover:


Now you can remove the battery mount and pull the battery out.


Now you have access to the firewall to run the wire to the OBII Port:


And here is where you can go through:


And on the inside:


I split the cover to maintain a semi-sealed hole.


Then I learned on reassembly that the strut brace should be removed to slide the battery cover in and out.


After install, the car started right up, and the JB4 firmware updated automatically through the phone app. I am really impressed with the speed of the data on the app, very quick to respond.

 
Reply
Old Apr 24, 2021 | 06:43 PM
  #2  
CPWillys's Avatar
CPWillys
Thread Starter
|
2nd Gear
Joined: May 2018
Posts: 54
Likes: 49
From: Minnesota
With the tune I added the wagner intercooler this morning.

Some trimming had to be done to make it fit but it wasn't terrible.






 
Reply
Old Apr 24, 2021 | 07:02 PM
  #3  
MaChefAi's Avatar
MaChefAi
1st Gear
Joined: Apr 2021
Posts: 38
Likes: 12
Nice work, thx for posting! But I guess this answers my question on whether or not that Bluetooth dongle was worth it! Haha

How does it run with the jb4?
 
Reply
Old Apr 25, 2021 | 05:59 AM
  #4  
CPWillys's Avatar
CPWillys
Thread Starter
|
2nd Gear
Joined: May 2018
Posts: 54
Likes: 49
From: Minnesota
Originally Posted by MaChefAi
Nice work, thx for posting! But I guess this answers my question on whether or not that Bluetooth dongle was worth it! Haha

How does it run with the jb4?
The acceleration feels really good, there are two maps/tunes to choose from, +4 psi and +6 psi. There is a noticeable improvement over stock.

The tune can be changed with the dash controls or the app via the Bluetooth dongle. It also gives you control over the exhaust valve via the BC button on the turn signal, it’s really nice to keep it closed.

 
Reply
Old Apr 25, 2021 | 09:13 AM
  #5  
Masada's Avatar
Masada
3rd Gear
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 221
Likes: 82
These install threads are great, thanks for posting. Any other plans for parts to help you get more out of the tune?
 
Reply
Old Apr 25, 2021 | 09:43 AM
  #6  
CPWillys's Avatar
CPWillys
Thread Starter
|
2nd Gear
Joined: May 2018
Posts: 54
Likes: 49
From: Minnesota
Originally Posted by Masada
These install threads are great, thanks for posting. Any other plans for parts to help you get more out of the tune?
Likely not too much, the car has plenty of power but JB4 has the ability to add on Water/Meth and compensate for E85 blends. Once they show functionality for the B48E I wouldn't mind adding on one or the other.

I plan on testing the car's capability in a more extreme environment, there is an open track day in June that we are headed to. The Clubman did great last year so it will be exciting to see how well it does with more power and better tires/pads.
 
Reply
Old Apr 28, 2021 | 05:28 AM
  #7  
CPWillys's Avatar
CPWillys
Thread Starter
|
2nd Gear
Joined: May 2018
Posts: 54
Likes: 49
From: Minnesota

They just updated the tune/map options on the phone app. This is exactly what it needed.
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
mmcverry
How to
29
Aug 5, 2021 04:30 PM
roadrunner255
R56 :: Hatch Talk (2007+)
10
Dec 5, 2017 11:38 AM
Braldee
1st Gen Countryman (R60) Talk (2010-2015)
4
Jul 14, 2015 05:01 PM
OctaneGuy
Electrical
7
Jan 17, 2009 07:16 AM
OctaneGuy
Stock Problems/Issues
5
Oct 10, 2004 02:29 PM




All times are GMT -7. The time now is 10:36 AM.