Looking for plug and play fmic

wobbles1 · 09-24-2014, 12:00 AM

Anybody using a Fmic on there 1m that requires no cutting and doesn't have the pressure drop of the wagner? Already tried mishimoto. That didn't fit. Or is wagner the way to go for using stock couplings?

1'M Blue · 09-24-2014, 12:45 AM

How about ETS .. ?

Aussie_in_London · 09-24-2014, 03:17 AM

Forge

ozinaldo · 09-24-2014, 04:08 AM

Above mentioned two, plus Evolve.

MDORPHN · 09-24-2014, 08:36 AM

Any particular reason you want to retain the stock fittings? I ask because they are restrictive and hurt performance.

FWIW, I run a Helix intercooler and am very pleased with it. Cobb also makes a superior intercooler.

Neil

Slow///1 · 09-24-2014, 08:49 AM

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Originally Posted by MDORPHN

Any particular reason you want to retain the stock fittings? I ask because they are restrictive and hurt performance.

FWIW, I run a Helix intercooler and am very pleased with it. Cobb also makes a superior intercooler.

Neil

+1 I ran the helix and was pleased. Mine is currently for sale in classifieds.

wobbles1 · 09-24-2014, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by MDORPHN

Any particular reason you want to retain the stock fittings? I ask because they are restrictive and hurt performance.

FWIW, I run a Helix intercooler and am very pleased with it. Cobb also makes a superior intercooler.

Neil

im not looking for for over 400hp. Plus i want to be able to just throw it back in fast if i ever decide to sell it.
didnt you use to run a wagner?

MDORPHN · 09-24-2014, 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by wobbles1

im not looking for for over 400hp. Plus i want to be able to just throw it back in fast if i ever decide to sell it.
didnt you use to run a wagner?

But, intercoolers don't create more hp. As you probably know, they help ward off heatsoak so the dme can run optimal timing (i.e., advance).

In other words, it helps you retain power. And an intercooler without the stock fittings will do this better.

I've always run the Helix and prefer the stepped design.

Neil

wobbles1 · 09-24-2014, 02:00 PM

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Originally Posted by MDORPHN

But, intercoolers don't create more hp. As you probably know, they help ward off heatsoak so the dme can run optimal timing (i.e., advance).

In other words, it helps you retain power. And an intercooler without the stock fittings will do this better.

I've always run the Helix and prefer the stepped design.

Neil

I just drive my car around town. don't race it at all. not to worried about the restriction of stock connectors as much as i am the ability to quick switch. but looking into the helix. the forge for $1100 is just way to much for me. just bought a bunch of other stuff like a house:0

wobbles1 · 09-24-2014, 02:28 PM

did you have to cut anything to fit the helix?

MDORPHN · 09-24-2014, 03:32 PM

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Originally Posted by wobbles1

did you have to cut anything to fit the helix?

Yes, the stock connecter and some minor trimming (easily done with a dremel).

Neil

wobbles1 · 09-24-2014, 04:32 PM

Just ordered a wagner. will give that a shot. thanks for the input.

jim_aci · 09-29-2014, 08:16 AM

You could try a vrsf front mount 5 inch, they also make a 7 inch one which is great but it requires some cutting

mike@x-ph.com · 09-29-2014, 02:10 PM

VRSF 5"and ETS 5" are both plug and play.
AA FMIC requires minimal cutting

1&done · 10-01-2014, 04:28 PM

HPF, no cutting and good data, only disadvantage is the weight, however, that's also the design advantage.

Roadsterdoc · 10-03-2014, 07:29 PM

Wagner. Stepped core design and no cutting. Only available in black. Excellent design, construction, & price point.

wobbles1 · 10-04-2014, 12:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Roadsterdoc

Wagner. Stepped core design and no cutting. Only available in black. Excellent design, construction, & price point.

Yep ordered one already

1&done · 10-04-2014, 09:16 PM

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Originally Posted by 1&done

HPF, no cutting and good data, only disadvantage is the weight, however, that's also the design advantage.

I stand corrected, slight cutting on the 1M ONLY, just the sides where the OEM torx screws fit...no issues on my 135i, however, the 135 was trimmed to fit the Dinan, which was TOO big for the 1er. My HPF is now for sale as I do not want to cut anything

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