I would be interested in this surprised a vendor hasn't offered it.

[shazzy04]

I'm in.

[ddanj]

How about just using something like http://amzn.to/1j7Waeh and just cutting it to the right length?

[bimmerquick43321]

Originally Posted by ddanj

How about just using something like http://amzn.to/1j7Waeh and just cutting it to the right length?

60$, looks like I was way off with my ~30$ lol

[PHXE90]

Originally Posted by ddanj

How about just using something like http://amzn.to/1j7Waeh and just cutting it to the right length?

Because the price will be the same and the fit will be like OEM. No guess work or mistake cutting a $60 piece of silicone.

[pinoye90]

Originally Posted by mecbain

60$, looks like I was way off with my ~30$ lol

I was thinking the same thing. I use to have a 06 si and had the same company hpf or hps intake boot which improved flow and heat temp. this would be perfect for 328i NA guys in combination with
euro intake,
afe header,
afe midpipe,
PE exhaust,
mishimoto 335 6mt performance radiator (still in testing)
3IM... my perfect setup!!!!!

[Mike.]

Originally Posted by pinoye90

I was thinking the same thing. I use to have a 06 si and had the same company hpf or hps intake boot which improved flow and heat temp. this would be perfect for 328i NA guys in combination with
euro intake,
afe header,
afe midpipe,
PE exhaust,
mishimoto 335 6mt performance radiator (still in testing)
3IM... my perfect setup!!!!!

with all that you're half way to the supercharger kit

[benzo23]

^ Lmao

[cdgatti]

this hose would have to be the stupidest thing to risk a warranty on that I have ever seen.

[Dracon]

Originally Posted by 1QuikWS6

Not to downplay your efforts for a complete silicone replacement, but actually, there is a DIY for a silicone hose coupler/smooth elbow replacement for the OEM intake hose

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...hlight=spectre

DIY shows using a chrome elbow, personally, I didn't want chrome - painted the elbow satin black...

Yeah, but it's a pain in the ass to get in there just right.

If he could have a silicone made that's the same angle/bend as the OEM one so it lines up perfectly, it's would be much easier and greatly welcomed imho.

[PHXE90]

Originally Posted by cdgatti

this hose would have to be the stupidest thing to risk a warranty on that I have ever seen.

No different than the charcoal filter delete, CDV delete or muffler delete. Most of our cars are out of warranty anyways. If +6hp gain is seen on E46 M3, why not give it a shot on our engines?

[pinoye90]

Originally Posted by Emozoo

with all that you're half way to the supercharger kit

I do all my own installs so it would not cost me as much as ssc?
SSC is still in testing and we have mag+aluminum block not a great combo...think before you speak!!!!
3IM 1700 with tune
afe header 1300
PE 1000
euro intake 400
performance radiator 400
total of 4k?? AND ITS RELIABLE?? my bmw is DD...corrected!!!!!

[AlpineSwift]

Originally Posted by mt145

Part number on that, or a link? I googled it and got a few different products to come up.

This is the one: http://www.spectreperformance.com/se...aspx?prod=8741

It isn't glamorous looking or the "smoothest" design out there, but it works and honestly with an engine bay that is covered in black plastics you don't really even notice it's there.

[DaanBMW]

Originally Posted by AlpineSwift

This is the one: http://www.spectreperformance.com/se...aspx?prod=8741

This Spectre hose says 3" and above OP said he's working from a 3.25" ? (I've no idea what the actual size is). Did you used hose adapters/couplers ?

Your gains of 5hp & 10tq w/ the hose & muffler delete are noteworthy, granted your is the N54. I do wonder which of the 2 mods did the most... other then the silencer port and that other round imprint the OE hose is not that contorted.

[PHXE90]

Originally Posted by Dracon

Yeah, but it's a pain in the ass to get in there just right.

If he could have a silicone made that's the same angle/bend as the OEM one so it lines up perfectly, it's would be much easier and greatly welcomed imho.

Great to hear that from a vendor. There is almost always a cheaper alternative out there for most mods. I am going for an exact fit replacement similar to what samco or other silicone companies are doing. Should have a better idea about pricing in a couple weeks. Glad most of you guys are interested.

[pinoye90]

just purchased the hps intake boot from amazon.. i will be doing a review on the install process as i recieve the product... stay tuned!!

[PHXE90]

Originally Posted by pinoye90

just purchased the hps intake boot from amazon.. i will be doing a review on the install process as i recieve the product... stay tuned!!

PM me when you receive it. I am local, I'd love to check it out.

[pinoye90]

Originally Posted by PHXE90

PM me when you receive it. I am local, I'd love to check it out.

I just recieved it and It wont fit the angle is 90 degree to the intake from the manifold.
I was thinking of the(HPS 3.25' (83mm) 4-ply Reinforced High Temp 90 Degree Elbow Coupler Silicone Hose Black) but when I measured the oem cone it measures 14 inches and this hps 90 is only 9inches...anyone have any ideas?

[pinoye90]

You guys think this will fit or is too short http://www.amazon.com/dp/B009AFWDK6/...uctDescription

[PHXE90]

Originally Posted by pinoye90

You guys think this will fit or is too short http://www.amazon.com/dp/B009AFWDK6/...uctDescription

I think the straight ends need to be longer in order for that one to work. Looks like it may be a little short based on the measurements.

UPDATE: Pipe has been sent out, waiting on reply from manufacturer.

[pinoye90]

Originally Posted by PHXE90

I think the straight ends need to be longer in order for that one to work. Looks like it may be a little short based on the measurements.

UPDATE: Pipe has been sent out, waiting on reply from manufacturer.

I agree it only measures 3 1/4 inch in length on both straight section. I measured the oem and ut was about 14 in. Cant wait for your product!!!

[PHXE90]

Originally Posted by pinoye90

I agree it only measures 3 1/4 inch in length on both straight section. I measured the oem and ut was about 14 in. Cant wait for your product!!!

PM me your contact info so I can have you one as soon as they arrive