Which ic is best if I dont want to hack up my car

matty088 · 03-27-2014, 09:03 PM

I wanna run stage 2 aggressive +

I currently have Cobb. Catless dps. Drop in kn. so I guess I need a fmic to be able to run the 2+.
The last thing I want to do is hack up my car even a little. Any suggestions? Additionally Do I have that right in terms of what's needed for 2+?

I refuse to get a catback. I dont want noise.

Ty

chiaobaby · 03-27-2014, 09:05 PM

http://www.wagner-tuning.com/BMW-135...ines_p_42.html

E92-N54 · 03-27-2014, 09:12 PM

http://www.mishimoto.com/bmw-335i-07...tercooler.html

Allen@MOTIV · 03-27-2014, 09:18 PM

The Cobb stepped core FMIC is the best plug and play option available. Even better, with the stepped core design it means that no cutting is required.

FriedPiston · 03-27-2014, 09:18 PM

Go 5" VRSF and call it a day.

blaster3500 · 03-27-2014, 10:10 PM

Helix stepped core no cutting required and great quality.

gtaccord · 03-27-2014, 10:33 PM

Wagner. Cheaper than cobb or helix but basically same design.

mike@x-ph.com · 03-27-2014, 10:54 PM

Not sure what you mean by hack your car but ER,VRSF, AA and ETS all have great FMIC.
AA have lowered their prices last month and ER are giving a free CP with the purchase of their FMIC

Lunatic Fringe · 03-27-2014, 11:52 PM

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Originally Posted by mike@x-ph.com

Not sure what you mean by hack your car but ER,VRSF, AA and ETS all have great FMIC.
AA have lowered their prices last month and ER are giving a free CP with the purchase of their FMIC

He's looking for a FMIC that doesn't require any cutting.

SoCalHarley · 03-28-2014, 12:00 AM

I just installed a Wagner and the whole install tool about an hour. Amazingly easy and perfect fit. Factory connections fit just like the OEM intercooler.

mike@x-ph.com · 03-28-2014, 12:03 AM

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Originally Posted by SoCalHarley

I just installed a Wagner and the whole install tool about an hour. Amazingly easy and perfect fit. Factory connections fit just like the OEM intercooler.

Oh i see thanks

stanlalee · 03-28-2014, 12:22 AM

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Originally Posted by matty088

The last thing I want to do is hack up my car even a little
Ty

Sounds to me like he doesn't want to cut the factory connectors or trim to fit an intercooler. That leaves only a few choices: Mishimoto, Forge and Wagner (and eBay knock offs). And I don't want to start a pissing match so lets just say just because something is popular, not cheap or has name recognition doesn't mean it has the best of craftsmanship or function so do due diligence when selecting and make sure your getting the quality your paying for.

Forge

Mishimoto

Wagner

SeriousE92 · 06-30-2014, 02:41 PM

Has anyone tried a Mishimoto on a 2011 e90?

Tiago@VRSF · 06-30-2014, 09:22 PM

We offer a 5" stepped core option that removes the restrictive 2" oem connections and doesn't require trimming

Miller335 · 06-30-2014, 09:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Tiago@VRSF

We offer a 5" stepped core option that removes the restrictive 2" oem connections and doesn't require trimming

That's the route I'm going.
Just need to get a clutch first.

007_e350 · 06-30-2014, 11:44 PM

why isnt anyone saying 7" vrsf

Miko226 · 07-01-2014, 12:02 AM

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Originally Posted by 007_e350

why isnt anyone saying 7" vrsf

Requires some trimming if you dont want trimming i would go with the new VRSF 5" stepped core requires no trimming.

http://www.vr-speed.com/vrsf-7-front...2-e90-e92.html

007_e350 · 07-01-2014, 12:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Miko226

Requires some trimming if you dont want trimming i would go with the new VRSF 5" stepped core requires no trimming.

http://www.vr-speed.com/vrsf-7-front...2-e90-e92.html

shroud removal isn't any serious trimming as I understand, correct me pls

Tiago@VRSF · 07-01-2014, 12:34 AM

The 7" requires about 1.5" of the black plastic shroud behind the bumper removed. Personally I'd do that before going with a 5" alternative since it's light trimming but some people don't feel comfortable cutting a bit of plastic.

TotalBlackout · 07-01-2014, 01:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Tiago@VRSF

The 7" requires about 1.5" of the black plastic shroud behind the bumper removed. Personally I'd do that before going with a 5" alternative since it's light trimming but some people don't feel comfortable cutting a bit of plastic.

I went with stepped 5" because adaptive cruise. I'd rather have a larger core, but not comfortable displacing the sensor.

Jeff@TopGearSolutions · 07-01-2014, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by SeriousE92

Has anyone tried a Mishimoto on a 2011 e90?

It only fits N54, 2007-2010.

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