VRSF 5" FMIC on n55?

MGallop · 03-07-2013, 05:58 PM

Anyone happen to know if the 5" fmic will swap right in for the n55 boys?

Tiago@VRSF has yet to test this on a n55 and I want to upgrade, and at this price its hard to pass.

If anyone can shed some light on this i would greatly appreciate it!

http://www.vr-speed.com/vrsf-7-front...2-e90-e92.html

b1aze · 03-07-2013, 06:42 PM

There is no reason it won't.

loesch · 03-07-2013, 07:06 PM

If you get the model that used the factory tubing then yes it will. The new batch that supposedly is going to be in on March 12th may or may not have the correct lower charge pipe as an option. I have been in correspondence with Tiago as well on this topic. His signature says "VRSF N54/N55 Intercooler" but the page that the link takes you to says N54. http://www.vr-speed.com/vrsf-7-front...2-e90-e92.html. They've pushed back the date so far that at this point I'm playing it safe and going with ETS.

MGallop · 03-07-2013, 07:06 PM

from Tiago...
"As of right now we only have confirmed fitment on the N54 due to not having a N55 available to fit. The only difference is the upper charge pipe which we do include as a replacement. for the OEM unit."

i just want plug n play with no surprises

Colt · 03-07-2013, 07:43 PM

this isn't out yet is it?

and does it come with piping on the cold side?

loesch · 03-07-2013, 07:45 PM

Like I said above, they are supposed to be available March 12 but they were also supposed to be available in mid February.

Bmwbreed · 03-07-2013, 07:53 PM

I just pulled the trigger on one after talking with Tiago for a few days about it. He believes with the replacement upper charge pipe they provide it should fit with no Issues. He offered to cut me a small break on price if I can confirm fitment with pics. So Ill be the guinea pig boys. Stay tuned.

PS I opted for the 5 inch as well because it requires no trimming and can slide in without removing the front bumper. Sense I dont have a lift to work with I wanted something that would slide right in with no fitment issues in the bumper as it would be kind of hard to trim in there lying on the ground with jackstands

loesch · 03-07-2013, 07:55 PM

Cool. Best of luck.

Cozy · 03-08-2013, 04:43 AM

The VRSF 5" intercooler looks like the most cost effective way to boost the cooling on my N54, even when considering import duty. I can't find much info on this 5" cooler but I am looking for a direct bolt in cooler (like Wagner) which utilises factory couplings and charge pipe. Does anyone know what the VRSP 5" kit actually comes with? I'd consider changing couplings if it's easy to do on jack stands but I've shyed away from 7" options due to the trimming.

FOACAD · 03-08-2013, 01:00 PM

Very interested in this.

If the 5" fits the N55 with no cutting I will be ordering one the second its confirmed.

MGallop · 03-08-2013, 01:26 PM

Tiago has been very honest and helpful in this matter...
Looks like we have a member who will be testing it out on his n55.
I hope it slaps in with no complications. Would love to get one for myself if it works out!

Ivan_Sal · 03-10-2013, 08:24 AM

Damn I hope does fit because I placed my order (7") February 1st from here in Afghanistan. One of his associates said it would fit the N55 but wasn't clear which version with the OEM connector or aftermarket one would fit. I'm gonna e-mail them again before they ship me the wrong one

Bmwbreed · 03-10-2013, 09:02 AM

As soon as it arrives I will let you guys know. Just waiting on it to show up. Hopefully it ships tomorrow

MGallop · 03-10-2013, 07:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bmwbreed

As soon as it arrives I will let you guys know. Just waiting on it to show up. Hopefully it ships tomorrow

Awesome, hope it all works out!! keep us posted.
thanks bud.

andnkuhn · 03-12-2013, 08:26 PM

any update?

FOACAD · 03-14-2013, 05:26 AM

The suspense is killing me, lol.

Hoping for good news soon so I can order one. The price on the 5" makes it hard to even think about going to a wagner or other until its confirmed this one doesnt work.

Bmwbreed · 03-14-2013, 05:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FOACAD

The suspense is killing me, lol.

Hoping for good news soon so I can order one. The price on the 5" makes it hard to even think about going to a wagner or other until its confirmed this one doesnt work.

IM still waiting on it to ship buddy. They were supposed to be ready begining of this month but then the date got pushed back to march 12th i believe for availability, which is today actually. So keep your fingers crossed it ships today or tomorrow!!!!!!!

MGallop · 03-15-2013, 06:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bmwbreed

IM still waiting on it to ship buddy. They were supposed to be ready begining of this month but then the date got pushed back to march 12th i believe for availability, which is today actually. So keep your fingers crossed it ships today or tomorrow!!!!!!!

any shipping info yet?

MGallop · 03-20-2013, 12:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bmwbreed

IM still waiting on it to ship buddy. They were supposed to be ready begining of this month but then the date got pushed back to march 12th i believe for availability, which is today actually. So keep your fingers crossed it ships today or tomorrow!!!!!!!

i know they are in stock now... hopefully you got yours in now?

Colt · 03-20-2013, 12:37 PM

what's the inlet/outlet diameter size on the end tanks?

Bmwbreed · 03-20-2013, 02:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MGallop

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bmwbreed

IM still waiting on it to ship buddy. They were supposed to be ready begining of this month but then the date got pushed back to march 12th i believe for availability, which is today actually. So keep your fingers crossed it ships today or tomorrow!!!!!!!

i know they are in stock now... hopefully you got yours in now?

It shipped yesterday ;-)

shemeld_135 · 03-20-2013, 02:24 PM

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loesch Captain 129 Rep 917 Posts Drives: 2011 BMW 135i M Sport Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: State College, PA iTrader: (4)	If you get the model that used the factory tubing then yes it will. The new batch that supposedly is going to be in on March 12th may or may not have the correct lower charge pipe as an option. I have been in correspondence with Tiago as well on this topic. His signature says "VRSF N54/N55 Intercooler" but the page that the link takes you to says N54. http://www.vr-speed.com/vrsf-7-front...2-e90-e92.html. They've pushed back the date so far that at this point I'm playing it safe and going with ETS.
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MGallop Major 49 Rep 1,072 Posts Drives: 12' 135i Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: San Jose, California iTrader: (1) Garage List 2012 BMW 135i [10.00]	from Tiago... "As of right now we only have confirmed fitment on the N54 due to not having a N55 available to fit. The only difference is the upper charge pipe which we do include as a replacement. for the OEM unit." i just want plug n play with no surprises __________________ Matthew Gallop: '12 N55 Mods: JB4 Flex ISO \| iCarbon DP \| VRSF 5" FMIC \| BMS Intake \| ER Charge Pipe \| Race Axleback \| ST Coils \| Alufelgen CS7's \| iCarbon 3 fin Diffuser \| Blackline LCI \| CarbonFiber Spoiler \| Orion v4 AE's \| 30% tint \| red+blk roundels \| Cyba Scoops \| H-Style front Lip \| WeissLicht LED Smoked Sidemarkers \| Matte Grills \| Coded \| Last edited by MGallop; 03-07-2013 at 07:12 PM..
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Bmwbreed Major 60 Rep 1,198 Posts Drives: 2013 BMW 135i Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Rota Spain (US Forces) iTrader: (3)	I just pulled the trigger on one after talking with Tiago for a few days about it. He believes with the replacement upper charge pipe they provide it should fit with no Issues. He offered to cut me a small break on price if I can confirm fitment with pics. So Ill be the guinea pig boys. Stay tuned. PS I opted for the 5 inch as well because it requires no trimming and can slide in without removing the front bumper. Sense I dont have a lift to work with I wanted something that would slide right in with no fitment issues in the bumper as it would be kind of hard to trim in there lying on the ground with jackstands
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Cozy Major 111 Rep 1,487 Posts Drives: E82 135i Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Surrey, England iTrader: (0)	The VRSF 5" intercooler looks like the most cost effective way to boost the cooling on my N54, even when considering import duty. I can't find much info on this 5" cooler but I am looking for a direct bolt in cooler (like Wagner) which utilises factory couplings and charge pipe. Does anyone know what the VRSP 5" kit actually comes with? I'd consider changing couplings if it's easy to do on jack stands but I've shyed away from 7" options due to the trimming.
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FOACAD Airborne! 19 Rep 533 Posts Drives: 2012 AW/CR 135i Msport Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: KC, MO iTrader: (0)	Very interested in this. If the 5" fits the N55 with no cutting I will be ordering one the second its confirmed.
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MGallop Major 49 Rep 1,072 Posts Drives: 12' 135i Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: San Jose, California iTrader: (1) Garage List 2012 BMW 135i [10.00]	Tiago has been very honest and helpful in this matter... Looks like we have a member who will be testing it out on his n55. I hope it slaps in with no complications. Would love to get one for myself if it works out! __________________ Matthew Gallop: '12 N55 Mods: JB4 Flex ISO \| iCarbon DP \| VRSF 5" FMIC \| BMS Intake \| ER Charge Pipe \| Race Axleback \| ST Coils \| Alufelgen CS7's \| iCarbon 3 fin Diffuser \| Blackline LCI \| CarbonFiber Spoiler \| Orion v4 AE's \| 30% tint \| red+blk roundels \| Cyba Scoops \| H-Style front Lip \| WeissLicht LED Smoked Sidemarkers \| Matte Grills \| Coded \|
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