Which fmic is sufficient for me?

Forcefed3 · 10-26-2010, 07:38 PM

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Originally Posted by TTurboBullett

should be starting next week

Wow, maybe I should have looked at Helix. Any idea of the GB price?

Iwantm3 · 10-26-2010, 08:36 PM

Retarted prices , those fmic makers are out of their minds, someone needs to agree on the best design and mass produce them in china.

Bavarian E92 · 10-26-2010, 08:43 PM

Any of these intercoolers work with Oem-Mtech bumpers without cutting.

UltraRacer13 · 10-26-2010, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by gbreeE90

If you still have your warranty get HPF.

Why is this?

Forcefed3 · 10-26-2010, 08:56 PM

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Originally Posted by TXSailor

Why is this?

It uses the factory c-clips.

forza1976 · 10-26-2010, 09:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Bavarian E92

Any of these intercoolers work with Oem-Mtech bumpers without cutting.

Forge, ETS, Helix all fit with no mods. I have OEM mtech and Forge and it was a simple install with no mods.

kanecvl · 10-26-2010, 10:43 PM

I don't have a warranty but have been interested in the helix so a gb would be nice. I'm still trying to figure out if the difference in the performance only shows up during endurance?

kanecvl · 10-26-2010, 10:46 PM

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Originally Posted by TTurboBullett

should be starting next week

why wait?

mithiral67 · 10-26-2010, 11:07 PM

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Originally Posted by TTurboBullett

should be starting next week

another helix fmic group buy?

Brey335i · 10-26-2010, 11:48 PM

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Originally Posted by gbreeE90

If you still have your warranty get HPF.

Plenty of others are direct bolt ons with no modification

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Originally Posted by Clap135

Just out of curiosity, what fmic are you guys using on your BT car?

They are running the AMS FMIC if I remember correctly

Penn999 · 10-26-2010, 11:56 PM

After months of research and asking highly modded members of e90post I came to the conclusion that HPF is the best all around. HPF is known for TOP quality and big increases in hp and tq. I just ordered my black anodized today. I cant wait for it to come in. dyno proven for 25 hp at 11psi, not too shabby.

Iwantm3 · 10-27-2010, 12:34 AM

25whp ?

PKumarM3 · 10-27-2010, 12:43 AM

ETS has a gb for $650 right now

I chose them because of the competitive pricing and that i would not have to cut.

DefactoM6 · 10-27-2010, 02:21 AM

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Originally Posted by forza1976

Forge, ETS, Helix all fit with no mods. I have OEM mtech and Forge and it was a simple install with no mods.

Don't forget CP-E!

Big Tom · 10-27-2010, 02:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Iwantm3

Retarted prices , those fmic makers are out of their minds, someone needs to agree on the best design and mass produce them in china.

+1.

CT_335i · 10-27-2010, 03:10 PM

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Originally Posted by DefactoM6

Don't forget CP-E!

To add, I just did the CP-E and it fits a OEM M Tech (Sedan) with no cutting.

FLA 335 · 10-27-2010, 04:13 PM

there is a thread with all the detail info i believe... it may be a sticky... worth having a read to make your decision...

kanecvl · 10-27-2010, 04:34 PM

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Originally Posted by FLA 335

there is a thread with all the detail info i believe... it may be a sticky... worth having a read to make your decision...

Yeah I read it a couple times. Nothing that specified what kind of intercooler is ideal for street or track use. I think I got it figured out though and have made up my mind which route to take. All input is appreciated.

MKE_M3 · 10-27-2010, 08:01 PM

if you plan to EVER do a track day, either get the CP-E intercooler/oilcooler combo or plan to get any other intercooler and an extra oil cooler. The oil cooler is much more important for prolonged hard driving. It will be a lot safer. Who cares what peak hp you have if you have to use a weak map to not over heat (personal track experience) I bought the CP-E and have been happy. Check my thread on it.

Forcefed3 · 10-27-2010, 09:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Brey335i

Plenty of others are direct bolt ons with no modification

What brand? VK is the only other intercooler that uses the factory IC connections.

rex5272 · 10-27-2010, 10:13 PM

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Originally Posted by gbreeE90

If you still have your warranty get HPF.

Why? dont mean to

but is there any FMIC that dealers are cool with? I mean my dealer is pretty cool with mods but i dont want to push it.

Bimmer This · 10-28-2010, 12:20 AM

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Originally Posted by rex5272

Why? dont mean to

but is there any FMIC that dealers are cool with? I mean my dealer is pretty cool with mods but i dont want to push it.

Most dealers hate any kind of aftermarket parts.

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