VRSF 7" intercooler received and installed

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!

TunedM2C · 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.

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JimPastell Private First Class 150 Rep 182 Posts Drives: BMW iX3 G01 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Stockholm iTrader: (0) Garage List 2023 BMW iX1 U11 [0.00]	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
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