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JimPastell · 09-17-2012, 02:34 AM

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Havent had any time to log the IAT but the butt-dyno shows great results

135IS · 09-17-2012, 02:37 AM

PunjabiM3 · 09-17-2012, 02:34 PM

I think I am more stunned that this was done outside on a gravel surface. WOW!

Tuned1M · 09-17-2012, 07:30 PM

So you basically removed the whole shroud? How long did it take you to install?

phrenetiK · 09-18-2012, 12:07 AM

my install took 4 hours but i didnt remove the front clip...

JimPastell · 09-18-2012, 01:59 AM

My local BMW mechanic is also a childhood friend so I went up to his place and did the install there. It took 1 hour and the install was very straight forward.
But there where one little compatibility problem...
My 2012 1M has a different OEM charge pipe than the 135/335 N54.
If you look at part number 18 in this picture:

You see that the lower charge pipe is made out of two 90 degree pipes.

But the one on my car looks like this:
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I solved it by cutting down the included silicone hose to one little straight bit. I then took that bit and used it to connect the charge pipe to the IC.
This is a temporary solution until I have bought a new charge pipe.

The VRSF 7" IC can be ordered with factory-like connectors for 25$ extra so this doesn't have to be a problem and you can of course change the charge pipe to one that is not crappy plastic

carchrism5 · 09-21-2012, 07:14 PM

Was any cutting of the bumper required?

JimPastell · 09-22-2012, 03:52 AM

No cutting of the bumper, its only the cutting that you see when comparing picture 1 and 2.

bklounge · 09-22-2012, 10:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PunjabiM3

I think I am more stunned that this was done outside on a gravel surface. WOW!

That's where I installed my akra evo, kw v3, and helix fmic

Looks good op!

HondaGoneRogue · 09-23-2012, 06:12 AM

^^For the love of God tell me those aren't VMR's on your 1M.

Edit: Wedsports. Whewww. Carry on and sorry for the thread jack.

frank35 · 10-24-2012, 04:53 PM

There is a solution to the intercooler pipe to charge pipe?

robertm · 10-25-2012, 06:35 AM

Curious why'd you take the front bumper off? I didn't remove mine, just came at it from below. It looks like romving it might make things easier with it removed though. Was it a pain to get the bumper off?

You could really tell a difference seat of the pants once installed? I didn't notice any change. Was hoping so but honestly couldn't tell any difference.

09-17-2012, 02:34 AM	#1
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09-17-2012, 02:37 AM	#2
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09-17-2012, 02:34 PM	#3
PunjabiM3 Lieutenant Colonel Drives: VO 1M Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 1,673 iTrader: (1)	I think I am more stunned that this was done outside on a gravel surface. WOW! __________________ New ride ETA 2 weeks 2012 Audi A6 Prestige, Moonlight Blue 2009 Lexus ES350, Sparkling Graphite (wife's) Previous: 11 e82 1M, 07 997TT, 08 e92 M3, 06 997 C2S, 05 e46 M3 coupe, 03.5 e46 M3 cabrio

09-17-2012, 07:30 PM	#4
Tuned1M Brigadier General Drives: ANAW1M Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Earth Posts: 3,141 iTrader: (1)	So you basically removed the whole shroud? How long did it take you to install? __________________ MY 1M IS FOR SALE: http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=814303

09-18-2012, 01:59 AM	#6
JimPastell Powered by ///M Drives: Matte white 1M Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Stockholm Posts: 72 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2012 BMW 1M Coupé E82 [5.00]	My local BMW mechanic is also a childhood friend so I went up to his place and did the install there. It took 1 hour and the install was very straight forward. But there where one little compatibility problem... My 2012 1M has a different OEM charge pipe than the 135/335 N54. If you look at part number 18 in this picture: You see that the lower charge pipe is made out of two 90 degree pipes. But the one on my car looks like this: I solved it by cutting down the included silicone hose to one little straight bit. I then took that bit and used it to connect the charge pipe to the IC. This is a temporary solution until I have bought a new charge pipe. The VRSF 7" IC can be ordered with factory-like connectors for 25$ extra so this doesn't have to be a problem and you can of course change the charge pipe to one that is not crappy plastic __________________ My cars

09-18-2012, 12:07 AM	#5
phrenetiK Banned Drives: 08 135i Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 357 iTrader: (4)	my install took 4 hours but i didnt remove the front clip...

09-21-2012, 07:14 PM	#7
carchrism5 Captain Drives: 1M, Z4 35is, R32 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: CT Posts: 910 iTrader: (3)	Was any cutting of the bumper required?

09-22-2012, 03:52 AM	#8
JimPastell Powered by ///M Drives: Matte white 1M Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Stockholm Posts: 72 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2012 BMW 1M Coupé E82 [5.00]	No cutting of the bumper, its only the cutting that you see when comparing picture 1 and 2. __________________ My cars

09-23-2012, 06:12 AM	#10
HondaGoneRogue They like my Swag... Drives: 08 AW 135i Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Germany Posts: 3,471 iTrader: (4) Garage List 2008 135i [4.33]	^^For the love of God tell me those aren't VMR's on your 1M. Edit: Wedsports. Whewww. Carry on and sorry for the thread jack. __________________ 2008 AW 135i, Whats a mod?

10-24-2012, 04:53 PM	#11
frank35 Private Drives: 335I JB3 DCI Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: SF Posts: 61 iTrader: (0)	There is a solution to the intercooler pipe to charge pipe?

10-25-2012, 06:35 AM	#12
robertm Captain Drives: BSM 1M Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: dfw Posts: 741 iTrader: (0)	Curious why'd you take the front bumper off? I didn't remove mine, just came at it from below. It looks like romving it might make things easier with it removed though. Was it a pain to get the bumper off? You could really tell a difference seat of the pants once installed? I didn't notice any change. Was hoping so but honestly couldn't tell any difference.

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