Another BMS Filter Review!

lm1z · 04-12-2008, 04:28 PM

Hey guys,

Just wanted to share my .02 on the BMS Filter product and install. First of all, thank you Terry for coming out with a quality product that doesn't burn a hole in your wallet

Even when the product was on backorder, I received my package in less than a week.

The install of the BMS Filter took about 30 minutes. I haven't worked under the engine bay of the 335i before (except for the installation of my SSTT), so next time around I would expect it to take half the time. The only few tricky parts to the install were figuring out how to remove the harness from the side of the airbox (pull each unit UP hard, don't pull outwards), loosening the clamp screw that is located behind the airbox (I believe it was a 6 or 7mm head), and then making sure the filter sat flush in the engine bay. However, none of these steps were difficult at all, and just like any other product, your learning curve shortens after you install it once. Piece of cake!

Performance wise I can definitely feel the increase in power up top. Even down low my car broke loose a little more wildly than usual. My butt dyno tells me it's about a 10-12rwhp gain, obviously with most of that feeling past 4k rpm. From my perspective it seems like the RPM's actually rev up a tad faster than stock.

The sound is great as everyone else has explained. Even when the windows are rolled up you can hear the diverter valves recirculate the air. It really does sound mildly like a BOV, even at stock boost.

IMO, this product is the best bang for the buck out there. Easy install, great sound, moderate gains and good customer service. Can't wait to install my new SSTT next week

I'll be posting dynos and videos within the next week or so.

SSTT UPDATE ON PAGE 2!

Lane

ChaneRZ · 04-12-2008, 04:34 PM

nice review!

mJ335 · 04-12-2008, 04:43 PM

Nice! Makes me even more convinced about purchasing this when I meet Terry next week

You'll love your SSTT even more bro..

drphil71 · 04-12-2008, 04:51 PM

Just installed. Agree with review completely. Took about 20 minutes for install. My car is stock right now but I should be getting and installing my Active Processor in the next couple of days so when I get that in I will post a more in depth review and post some vid's. Anyone who is on the fence about this mod............ORDER IT!!!!

BoostedBMW · 04-12-2008, 05:48 PM

Wow, it seems like Terry is selling quite a few of these.

I hope that he comes out with some type of airbox for his intake because I love the sound of it.

lm1z · 04-12-2008, 06:07 PM

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Originally Posted by BoostedBMW

Wow, it seems like Terry is selling quite a few of these.

I hope that he comes out with some type of airbox for his intake because I love the sound of it.

I agree. Honestly, though, it's not a huge deal at this point. I don't mind taking the filter out every couple thousand miles to clean it. I'm more concerned about a heat issue in the summer, but I guarantee Terry's on top of it

CarbonE39m5 · 04-12-2008, 06:27 PM

why havnt i got mine

De90man · 04-12-2008, 06:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lm1z

Hey guys,

Just wanted to share my .02 on the BMS Filter product and install. First of all, thank you Terry for coming out with a quality product that doesn't burn a hole in your wallet

Even when the product was on backorder, I received my package in less than a week.

The install of the BMS Filter took about 30 minutes. I haven't worked under the engine bay of the 335i before (except for the installation of my SSTT), so next time around I would expect it to take half the time. The only few tricky parts to the install were figuring out how to remove the harness from the side of the airbox (pull each unit UP hard, don't pull outwards), loosening the clamp screw that is located behind the airbox (I believe it was a 6 or 7mm head), and then making sure the filter sat flush in the engine bay. However, none of these steps were difficult at all, and just like any other product, your learning curve shortens after you install it once. Piece of cake!

Performance wise I can definitely feel the increase in power up top. Even down low my car broke loose a little more wildly than usual. My butt dyno tells me it's about a 10-12rwhp gain, obviously with most of that feeling past 4k rpm. From my perspective it seems like the RPM's actually rev up a tad faster than stock.

The sound is great as everyone else has explained. Even when the windows are rolled up you can hear the diverter valves recirculate the air. It really does sound mildly like a BOV, even at stock boost.

IMO, this product is the best bang for the buck out there. Easy install, great sound, modertate gains and good customer service. Can't wait to install my new SSTT next week

I'll be posting dynos and videos within the next week or so.

Lane

Terry just installed mine last night!!!! (Along with a JBX upgrade)....and I would write a review, but I am not calm enough to do so yet!!

It's sensational!! The sound when you back of the throttle is addictive. And, people, especially enthusiasts, will KNOW there is something special happening underneath the hood. That, and the fact that you just de-atomized and reappeared five cars ahead

...

...see, I am not well enough to write a sane review...

Neema · 04-12-2008, 06:36 PM

will admit that that thing got hot as hell under the hood yesterday. . . . in 87 degree socal weather and after an hour of hard driving. My temps hit 260 after that type of driving, I have no oil cooler either (though this has nothing to do with an intake)

bimdaddy · 04-12-2008, 06:47 PM

Nice review. You have convinced me. I'll order one right now. Thanks

lm1z · 04-12-2008, 06:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Boost_Nation

will admit that that thing got hot as hell under the hood yesterday. . . . in 87 degree socal weather and after an hour of hard driving. My temps hit 260 after that type of driving, I have no oil cooler either (though this has nothing to do with an intake)

Yeah. That's bound to happen. We'll all be keeping an eye out for it. Honestly, I'm not too worried about a heat soak issue. I ran a polished short ram with no shield on my 2JZ and was completely fine.

lm1z · 04-12-2008, 06:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bimdaddy

Nice review. You have convinced me. I'll order one right now. Thanks

Awesome

You're going to love it.

PeeGoo · 04-13-2008, 09:22 PM

Too many good reviews. Just ordered mine. I hate you all.

e90AW335i · 04-13-2008, 09:24 PM

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Originally Posted by PeeGoo

Too many good reviews. Just ordered mine. I hate you all.

stimpy · 04-13-2008, 09:51 PM

Wonder how this will hold up in 120 degree Phoenix heat.

e90AW335i · 04-13-2008, 09:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stimpy

Wonder how this will hold up in 120 degree Phoenix heat.

It has held up great in 90 degree Houston weather already....

jcarlucci1 · 04-13-2008, 10:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by e90AW335i

It has held up great in 90 degree Houston weather already....

Do you still feel like its making power over stock even when its 90-95 degrees outside?

e90AW335i · 04-13-2008, 10:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jcarlucci1

Do you still feel like its making power over stock even when its 90-95 degrees outside?

Definitely! The point of this intake it that you are taking away the restriction of the stock airbox.

lm1z · 04-13-2008, 10:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by e90AW335i

Definitely! The point of this intake it that you are taking away the restriction of the stock airbox.

absolutely. the gains are def. there! add a tune and you'll be

oct1285 · 04-13-2008, 11:38 PM

damn you all. I just ordered one as well

bmwturbopower · 04-13-2008, 11:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by oct1285

damn you all. I just ordered one as well

whoop whoop!

you guys will love it!

drphil71 · 04-13-2008, 11:57 PM

Ill be posting some vid's on this thread in the next couple days, now that we convinced a few we must convince ALL!!

04-12-2008, 04:28 PM	#1
lm1z Major 202 Rep 1,278 Posts Drives: 2017 GT350 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Frisco, TX iTrader: (22)	Another BMS Filter Review! UPDATED WITH SSTT Hey guys, Just wanted to share my .02 on the BMS Filter product and install. First of all, thank you Terry for coming out with a quality product that doesn't burn a hole in your wallet Even when the product was on backorder, I received my package in less than a week. The install of the BMS Filter took about 30 minutes. I haven't worked under the engine bay of the 335i before (except for the installation of my SSTT), so next time around I would expect it to take half the time. The only few tricky parts to the install were figuring out how to remove the harness from the side of the airbox (pull each unit UP hard, don't pull outwards), loosening the clamp screw that is located behind the airbox (I believe it was a 6 or 7mm head), and then making sure the filter sat flush in the engine bay. However, none of these steps were difficult at all, and just like any other product, your learning curve shortens after you install it once. Piece of cake! Performance wise I can definitely feel the increase in power up top. Even down low my car broke loose a little more wildly than usual. My butt dyno tells me it's about a 10-12rwhp gain, obviously with most of that feeling past 4k rpm. From my perspective it seems like the RPM's actually rev up a tad faster than stock. The sound is great as everyone else has explained. Even when the windows are rolled up you can hear the diverter valves recirculate the air. It really does sound mildly like a BOV, even at stock boost. IMO, this product is the best bang for the buck out there. Easy install, great sound, moderate gains and good customer service. Can't wait to install my new SSTT next week I'll be posting dynos and videos within the next week or so. SSTT UPDATE ON PAGE 2! Lane Last edited by lm1z; 04-16-2008 at 02:56 PM..
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