|
|
|
|
Post Reply |
|
Thread Tools | Search this Thread |
04-02-2012, 04:27 PM | #1 |
Captain
69
Rep 967
Posts |
What is required to make a BIG TOM FMIC fit on the n55 135i?
I am in the market to buy a BIG TOM FMIC for my 2012 135i. I have searched the forums and found a lot of DIY posts on the Big Tom, but not really showing what's required to make them fit? I know you will need some piping and a lot of cutting. Can anybody tell me what's required to make them fit and what piping i need, thanks.
(And can anyone confirm that this FMIC is the Big Tom?) : http://www.ebay.com/itm/CXRacing-Tur...21e255&vxp=mtr |
04-02-2012, 04:29 PM | #2 |
Brigadier General
480
Rep 4,154
Posts
Drives: 1/18 Monte Carlo Blue E92 M3
Join Date: Apr 2011
Location: Los Angeles
|
Alot of work.
N54: http://www.n54tech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=10144 Similar but would need different piping. |
Appreciate
0
|
04-03-2012, 08:21 AM | #4 |
Lieutenant Colonel
117
Rep 1,664
Posts
Drives: E82 N55 DCT
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: STL, MO
|
Just go with the CX Racing one. It's almost as big as the Big Tom. The kit for the N55 comes with all the required plumbing.
__________________
|
Appreciate
0
|
04-03-2012, 12:35 PM | #5 |
Colonel
57
Rep 2,251
Posts |
__________________
-------------------------------------
BMW 135i/6 Speed/Montego Blue/Formula One Ceramic Tint/JB4 G4/AA Sport Intercooler/19 inch Iconz 880Z(19X8.5 & 19X10)/PSS 225/35 & 265/30/E93 M3 front sway bar/TRW front and rear Control Arms/BMS Drop In Filter/Dinan Exhaust/BlackLines/Upgraded \\\M RSFB |
Appreciate
0
|
04-03-2012, 09:58 PM | #6 |
Lieutenant
12
Rep 437
Posts |
This is the big tom.. Its a few inches bigger overall. Note that the piping for the one you linked and this one would be slightly different due to placement. I think the one from KL Racing in Sweden has different sized inlet/outlet 3" and 2.5" I think, the Godspeed in the link is 2.5" on both.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/GODSPEED-FMI...35830368146789 you can always source your silicone couplers, aluminum pipes, t-bolt clamps locally. From what I've seen on vendor websites, once they turn into a "kit" the prices seem to jump up a few $100. Oh and also... Last edited by JefryHorizon; 04-03-2012 at 10:06 PM.. |
Appreciate
0
|
04-03-2012, 11:39 PM | #8 |
Lieutenant
12
Rep 437
Posts |
The Kit from the vid above is probably the most reasonably priced out there. A good choice for anyone who just wants the components without the headache of hosing fitment and sizing issues.
|
Appreciate
0
|
04-04-2012, 12:39 AM | #9 | |
Brigadier General
138
Rep 4,053
Posts |
Quote:
I think this FMIC is for the guys who want an open no grille aggressive intercooler look which I am going for.. but because of that there is a decent amount of trimming as per the vid and what others have said.. |
|
Appreciate
0
|
04-05-2012, 12:31 PM | #10 |
Private First Class
15
Rep 187
Posts |
I did the cxracing IC (not the kit) for an N54. The trimming was pretty straightforward and simple with a Dremel. I just followed the DIY from Active Autowerke but didn't remove the bumper bar.
Mocking up the plumbing is more of a PITA. A 45 degree worked perfectly on the hot side but the 90 degree for the cold side wasn't quite so easy to get right. At first I kinked the rubber piece on the end of the chargepipe. I got it fixed but I'm still not that happy with that side. I really need a 60 degree with long legs to replace that rubber piece. The only place I can find them ships from England and it looks like a month or so wait. Here is a picture of where I had the tabs mounted. There is already a hole on the front of the bumper bar. I just had to extend the hole on the back over a little more with the Dremel. I was able to bolt it up pretty easily. I wouldn't suggest zip strips but it's up to you. I couldn't really understand how they did it that way. I did this for an N54 car but I think they are the same with regard to ICs. I could be mistaken. |
Appreciate
0
|
04-05-2012, 11:18 PM | #12 | |
Lieutenant
12
Rep 437
Posts |
Quote:
Also.. you can get the silicone couplers, clamps, and piping from theses places I found. http://www.frsport.com/index.php?tar...oupler&x=0&y=0 http://www.hps-siliconehoses.com/ They're not that far from OC so you shouldn't have a problem asking them to put together a kit for you. @SSSnakeman DUDE! That thing looks insane with the headlights the way they are. Nice job!! Were the mounting points welded on? or does the CX come with them as is? |
|
Appreciate
0
|
04-06-2012, 01:29 AM | #13 | |
Private First Class
15
Rep 187
Posts |
Quote:
I just bought the intercooler from cxracing, not the kit. I had the tabs welded on. I wanted to post a picture in case anyone wanted to have it welded and ready to go before tearing the car apart. The way I did it with the tabs in that position was really easy. I ended up spending maybe $375 for everything. |
|
Appreciate
0
|
04-09-2012, 01:09 AM | #14 |
Banned
39
Rep 315
Posts |
Wow.
Spend the extra money and get a hpf inter cooler. Way better fit than the junk I've seen linked in this thread. Installation required minor trimming of the plastic shroud and it makes maximum use of the available surface area. No dropping the bumper, no zip ties holding your undertray on, nothing. Hell they even have a version that works perfectly with the factory ic piping connectors. |
Appreciate
0
|
04-09-2012, 06:09 AM | #15 | |
Colonel
85
Rep 2,438
Posts |
Quote:
|
|
Appreciate
0
|
04-09-2012, 11:42 AM | #16 | |
Private First Class
15
Rep 187
Posts |
Quote:
|
|
Appreciate
0
|
04-09-2012, 02:38 PM | #17 | |
Captain
69
Rep 967
Posts |
I could spend the extra money for an hpf, but i want an aggressive looking fmic, not a stockish looking one. Plus, i don't mind trimming, etc. Just because a big tom isn't to your liking, it's not "junk". Keep these type of comments to yourself, after all this thread is called "What is required to fit a Big Tom FMIC on an N55 135i", not; "What intercooler do you guy's prefer".
Quote:
|
|
Appreciate
0
|
Post Reply |
Bookmarks |
|
|