My intercooler just arrived!!!!

USAF Rick · 05-01-2013, 12:59 PM

Installed my VRSF 5" the other day too! It was definitely a breeze with the exception of the clam on the passenger side. I used a power tool grinder and angled it in there to grind the clamp off. I totally cut into the rubber factory rubber, but we wouldn't need it anyways. I also Reccomend using some sort of lube to get the hose in all the pipes as well. Have fun y'all!

HellsBells · 05-15-2013, 10:44 AM

Question: Is there any problems doing this on ramps?
I don't have access to a lift and it would seem like a PITA without one.

Thoughts?

2000max · 05-15-2013, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by HellsBells

Question: Is there any problems doing this on ramps?
I don't have access to a lift and it would seem like a PITA without one.

Thoughts?

I installed mine without jacking the car up. I'm at stock ride height however.

TurboPete · 05-15-2013, 11:13 AM

anyone dyno before + after VRSF 5" IC install ?

Acekid187 · 05-15-2013, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by 0_Turbz_0

anyone dyno before + after VRSF 5" IC install ?

didnt do a dyno before and after but had a temp readings done and it was deff cooler. And the butt dyno feels nice in mid to upper rpm range. Im looking to doing JB + and a set of VRSF down pipes next

TurboPete · 05-15-2013, 12:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Acekid187

didnt do a dyno before and after but had a temp readings done and it was deff cooler. And the butt dyno feels nice in mid to upper rpm range. Im looking to doing JB + and a set of VRSF down pipes next

very *cool*! Was wondering if there was noticeable difference so good info thanks!

oshusttoley · 05-15-2013, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by 0_Turbz_0

very *cool*! Was wondering if there was noticeable difference so good info thanks!

Don't expect that "wow" feeling when hitting the pedal. I have the 5inch. I will say when flooring it around constantly,my car didn't feel as sluggish after couple pulls. So to me it's worth it

YY335xi · 05-17-2013, 07:07 PM

mine is cobb FMIC , is that 5 or 7 ?

HellsBells · 05-18-2013, 07:14 AM

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Originally Posted by 2000max

I installed mine without jacking the car up. I'm at stock ride height however.

I'm lowered about an inch, so it seems like it wouldn't be much room to operate. I changed my oil last week and that was a PITA.

deemarr 335i · 05-19-2013, 10:54 PM

Quick question, I got a vrsf intercooler but weren't sent any screws for mounting it, can I just re-use the stock screws???

foghat · 05-19-2013, 11:00 PM

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Originally Posted by deemarr 335i

Quick question, I got a vrsf intercooler but weren't sent any screws for mounting it, can I just re-use the stock screws???

As I understand it, the screws that come with it are beefier than stock. At least for the 7" IC.

Get in touch with Tiago and he'll let you know what size screws - in case you want to pick a couple up on your own.

Double check everything though. Pretty sure mine were taped to something.

Tiago@VRSF · 05-19-2013, 11:11 PM

We tape the screws to the box or the lower charge pipe when shipping them out.

I'd definitely recommend using the larger screws, just shoot us an e-mail with your order number & we'll get a set sent out tomorrow morning

deemarr 335i · 05-19-2013, 11:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Tiago@VRSF

We tape the screws to the box or the lower charge pipe when shipping them out.

I'd definitely recommend using the larger screws, just shoot us an e-mail with your order number & we'll get a set sent out tomorrow morning

Found them

was tape to the bubble wrap for the intercooler.... I sent a email but disregard it

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USAF Rick Private First Class 16 Rep 162 Posts Drives: Montego Blue 08 335i e92 Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: San Diego/Riverside, CA iTrader: (4)	Installed my VRSF 5" the other day too! It was definitely a breeze with the exception of the clam on the passenger side. I used a power tool grinder and angled it in there to grind the clamp off. I totally cut into the rubber factory rubber, but we wouldn't need it anyways. I also Reccomend using some sort of lube to get the hose in all the pipes as well. Have fun y'all!
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HellsBells Private First Class 5 Rep 185 Posts Drives: 335xi Join Date: May 2011 Location: Maryland iTrader: (1)	Question: Is there any problems doing this on ramps? I don't have access to a lift and it would seem like a PITA without one. Thoughts?
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deemarr 335i Lieutenant 34 Rep 410 Posts Drives: e90 335i performance edition Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: westchester ny iTrader: (2)	Quick question, I got a vrsf intercooler but weren't sent any screws for mounting it, can I just re-use the stock screws???
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