ATM or CP-e FMIC for my build?

BMW135pls · 08-20-2015, 07:13 PM

I'm looking to upgrade my FMIC very soon, and I'm trying to decide between the ATM and CP-e models. I need the unit to be compatible with my Cobb CP, I know some FMIC units use replacement pipes, so I don't know what is compatible or not. I know that I really like what I'm reading about the ATM unit in particular, it sounds like a winner, plus I like the way that it looks. The ATM unit has 2.5" pipes, and I can't find stats on the CP-e, but this is an important stat to me.

I want a high flowing IC that's not going to leak boost pressure or be too restrictive, as the rest of my build is prioritizing airflow volume into/out of the engine and reducing restriction wherever possible. Cooling is important to me obviously, however, I will be installing a meth injection system next spring, so it wouldn't make sense to have a super cold intake that leaks boost pressure. Not sure if any of that is applicable to either of these FMICs, but it's something I'm thinking about.

gemini.m3 · 08-20-2015, 07:15 PM

I have the ATM, and I love it.

BMW135pls · 08-20-2015, 07:22 PM

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Originally Posted by thrilla135

I have the ATM, and I love it.

How was the installation process, difficult?

houtan · 08-20-2015, 08:18 PM

ATM or Wagner competition version 2. I have the ATM and love it. Solid review on the Wagner comp ver 2 as well but I think it has some cutting for it to fit. Two different cores, one is bar and plate and one is tube and fin.

ayoustin · 08-20-2015, 08:44 PM

Cp-e has published great white papers on their FMIC. http://cp-e.com/tech/n54FMIC.pdf

They also offer an upgraded oil cooler for $110 that bolts to the the intercooler. I feel that Cp-e is a very overlooked option but I think they make great products. Definitely don't count it out.

BMW135pls · 08-20-2015, 09:27 PM

Holy crap, I just realized that of all places, ATM seems to be located no joke, 10 minutes from my house. I sent him an email, and if he's cool with it, I guess I'd be able to drive there and pick it up in person and save on shipping. Man that's cool.

So apparently now I live 10 minutes from Ambient Thermal Management, and 20 minutes from East Coast Superchargers

Guess this is a good area for car modding, because it's the middle of nowhere for everything else

08-20-2015, 07:13 PM	#1
BMW135pls First Lieutenant 90 Rep 341 Posts Drives: Bucket of screws and sadness Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: NJ, USA iTrader: (0)	ATM or CP-e FMIC for my build? I'm looking to upgrade my FMIC very soon, and I'm trying to decide between the ATM and CP-e models. I need the unit to be compatible with my Cobb CP, I know some FMIC units use replacement pipes, so I don't know what is compatible or not. I know that I really like what I'm reading about the ATM unit in particular, it sounds like a winner, plus I like the way that it looks. The ATM unit has 2.5" pipes, and I can't find stats on the CP-e, but this is an important stat to me. I want a high flowing IC that's not going to leak boost pressure or be too restrictive, as the rest of my build is prioritizing airflow volume into/out of the engine and reducing restriction wherever possible. Cooling is important to me obviously, however, I will be installing a meth injection system next spring, so it wouldn't make sense to have a super cold intake that leaks boost pressure. Not sure if any of that is applicable to either of these FMICs, but it's something I'm thinking about. __________________ Model: '08 135i N54 6AT Coupe ///M Sport - E85 + 93 = E30 Mods: AA DPs + Gen I - BMS JB4 (Race + Map 2) + DCI + OCC - Cobb CP - ///M RSFB + Front Control Arms - Koni Yellow - Swift Spec R - Vorshlag camber plates - MPSS 225/255 - x-ph Angel Eyes 160w
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gemini.m3 Major 1496 Rep 1,297 Posts Drives: 2022 M3 xDrive comp Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Miami, FL iTrader: (8)	I have the ATM, and I love it. __________________ 2022 M3 xDrive Comp 2020 M2 CS (retired) 2018 M3 Comp (retired) 2015 335i (retired)
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houtan Colonel 707 Rep 2,446 Posts Drives: 2011 135i Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: socal iTrader: (17) Garage List 2011 135i [9.80]	ATM or Wagner competition version 2. I have the ATM and love it. Solid review on the Wagner comp ver 2 as well but I think it has some cutting for it to fit. Two different cores, one is bar and plate and one is tube and fin.
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ayoustin Private 8 Rep 55 Posts Drives: 2010 135i Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Chicago iTrader: (0)	Cp-e has published great white papers on their FMIC. http://cp-e.com/tech/n54FMIC.pdf They also offer an upgraded oil cooler for $110 that bolts to the the intercooler. I feel that Cp-e is a very overlooked option but I think they make great products. Definitely don't count it out. __________________ 2010 135i Crimson Red
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BMW135pls First Lieutenant 90 Rep 341 Posts Drives: Bucket of screws and sadness Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: NJ, USA iTrader: (0)	Holy crap, I just realized that of all places, ATM seems to be located no joke, 10 minutes from my house. I sent him an email, and if he's cool with it, I guess I'd be able to drive there and pick it up in person and save on shipping. Man that's cool. So apparently now I live 10 minutes from Ambient Thermal Management, and 20 minutes from East Coast Superchargers Guess this is a good area for car modding, because it's the middle of nowhere for everything else __________________ Model: '08 135i N54 6AT Coupe ///M Sport - E85 + 93 = E30 Mods: AA DPs + Gen I - BMS JB4 (Race + Map 2) + DCI + OCC - Cobb CP - ///M RSFB + Front Control Arms - Koni Yellow - Swift Spec R - Vorshlag camber plates - MPSS 225/255 - x-ph Angel Eyes 160w
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