Best Intecooler

vikram1127 · 10-16-2008, 12:02 PM

Which intercooler provides the most hp/tq gains and does not require any cutting to the existing lines. Does aftermarket intercooler woid warranty.
Thanks

vegasspeed · 10-16-2008, 12:31 PM

all will void it except the Dinan FMIC.

SV Concepts III · 10-16-2008, 12:33 PM

I have heard good things about the Active Autowerke Intercooler. We are going to do this on our 335 so hopefully we will have a review rather soon for you guys.

Any aftermarket intercooler will effect the warranty only in the event that the dealer can prove that the aftermarket modification caused an issue with the car. They cannot refuse to honor the warranty just because you have aftermarket parts installed, the burden of proof is on them.

Sniz · 10-16-2008, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by vegasspeed

all will void it except the Dinan FMIC.

false

vegasspeed · 10-16-2008, 01:03 PM

How is that a false statement? Let's put it this way. The only one that guarentees you still have the warranty after installation is the Dinan intercooler. I mean you could have a fuel pump problem and if they want to be jerks they can blame that as the issue at hand. So how is it false again?

JoosyJoos · 10-16-2008, 01:12 PM

Stupid question I'm sure but what COULD an intercooler cause to break? Or in essence... what could they blame it for. And on a scale of 1-10 how dick would they have to be to void it for that reason.

RedlineMotorworks · 10-16-2008, 01:14 PM

We carry the Race Precision FMIC and have had lots of success with it.
No cutting is required & the gains are very good. Contact me for a quote.

down4it · 10-16-2008, 01:24 PM

Spearco/Turbonetics was the best! But because they no longer sell it to the public you can buy mine for $5,000,000!!!

Alex@AKMotorwerk · 10-16-2008, 01:27 PM

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Originally Posted by down4it

Spearco/Turbonetics was the best! But because they no longer sell it to the public you can buy mine for $5,000,000!!!

e.n335 · 10-16-2008, 01:32 PM

AA, Helix, Spearco, RPI, ... all good intercoolers. They are different though ( installation, design, performance ). Do a search and choose the one you prefer.

cipher5 · 10-16-2008, 01:35 PM

Dinan will void your BMW factory warranty (if there is an issue). However, the difference between Dinan and others is, Dinan will warranty an issue with the engine. With that said, AA is nice

e.n335 · 10-16-2008, 01:37 PM

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Originally Posted by cipher5

Dinan will void your BMW factory warranty (if there is an issue). However, the difference between Dinan and others is, Dinan will warranty an issue with the engine. With that said, AA is nice

Dinan is a modified Spearco design.

aut0sh0cker · 10-16-2008, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by down4it

Spearco/Turbonetics was the best! But because they no longer sell it to the public you can buy mine for $5,000,000!!!

Sorry to lowball, but how about $3.5 mil and a case of beer? I'm a little tight on cash right now....

down4it · 10-16-2008, 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by aut0sh0cker

Sorry to lowball, but how about $3.5 mil and a case of beer? I'm a little tight on cash right now....

I'll cut you a deal at $3.6 mil and bottle of Crystal! Cant say no to that!!

superlubricity · 10-16-2008, 01:54 PM

You certainly have to cut for the Dinan.

One thing I noticed is the Dinan IC has custom shrouding in the front.

Looks like it's designed to direct more air through the cooler; sorta like a scoop. Do other ICs have this same feature?

e.n335 · 10-16-2008, 02:05 PM

^ Great unit. The Spearco IC is the same unit without a shroud.

HP Autosport · 10-16-2008, 02:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by down4it

Spearco/Turbonetics was the best! But because they no longer sell it to the public you can buy mine for $5,000,000!!!

Spearco/Turbonetics is now Code3/Spearco, same exact design, but with better hardware and fitment for the automatic 335i and 135i(both manual and auto).

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=156745

HP Autosport · 10-16-2008, 02:41 PM

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Originally Posted by HP Autowerks

Spearco/Turbonetics is now Code3/Spearco, same exact design, but with better hardware and fitment for the automatic 335i and 135i(both manual and auto).

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=156745

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=156481

down4it · 10-16-2008, 02:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HP Autowerks

Spearco/Turbonetics is now Code3/Spearco, same exact design, but with better hardware and fitment for the automatic 335i and 135i(both manual and auto).

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=156745

Code3 is an independant comapny that makes an intercooler using a spearco/turbonetics core... It is not a spearco/turbonetics product intercooler from what i know, so you can all still buy my Genuine Spearco FMIC for $5,000,000.00 with a buy it now option!

HP Autosport · 10-16-2008, 03:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by down4it

Code3 is an independant comapny that makes an intercooler using a spearco/turbonetics core... It is not a spearco/turbonetics product intercooler from what i know, so you can all still buy my Genuine Spearco FMIC for $5,000,000.00 with a buy it now option!

Well, I'll tell you a little secret....they are the same and manufactured by the same people(can't tell you who they are).

Harold

Sniz · 10-16-2008, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by vegasspeed

How is that a false statement? Let's put it this way. The only one that guarentees you still have the warranty after installation is the Dinan intercooler. I mean you could have a fuel pump problem and if they want to be jerks they can blame that as the issue at hand. So how is it false again?

you are automatically voiding your warranty w/ the Dinan intercooler, you gain the Dinan warranty, but void your BMW warranty 100% of the time. Not a false statement at all.

with any other intercooler you have a very good chance that your BMW warranty will stay in tact. Any major problems, assuming you chose an intercooler that doesnt require major cutting, you can swap the stock one back in no problem.

for example - I still have my warranty and I have the Helix intercooler.

BaLLzZz · 10-16-2008, 05:29 PM

I have a rpi one available FS let me know

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vegasspeed Captain 80 Rep 761 Posts Drives: 335i 6MT coupe Montego Blue Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Las Vegas iTrader: (1)	all will void it except the Dinan FMIC. __________________ 335i coupe Montego Blue Dinan stage 3 tune, Advan RS wheels 350whp/365wtq 1994 Brooklands Green Acura NSX Comptech Supercharged 390whp/300wtq
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SV Concepts III Lieutenant General 375 Rep 17,017 Posts Drives: BMW Duh Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Santa Clara iTrader: (13)	I have heard good things about the Active Autowerke Intercooler. We are going to do this on our 335 so hopefully we will have a review rather soon for you guys. Any aftermarket intercooler will effect the warranty only in the event that the dealer can prove that the aftermarket modification caused an issue with the car. They cannot refuse to honor the warranty just because you have aftermarket parts installed, the burden of proof is on them.
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vegasspeed Captain 80 Rep 761 Posts Drives: 335i 6MT coupe Montego Blue Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Las Vegas iTrader: (1)	How is that a false statement? Let's put it this way. The only one that guarentees you still have the warranty after installation is the Dinan intercooler. I mean you could have a fuel pump problem and if they want to be jerks they can blame that as the issue at hand. So how is it false again? __________________ 335i coupe Montego Blue Dinan stage 3 tune, Advan RS wheels 350whp/365wtq 1994 Brooklands Green Acura NSX Comptech Supercharged 390whp/300wtq
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JoosyJoos Major 113 Rep 1,347 Posts Drives: 2011 335d Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Atlanta, GA iTrader: (1) Garage List 2008 BMW 335i [0.00]	Stupid question I'm sure but what COULD an intercooler cause to break? Or in essence... what could they blame it for. And on a scale of 1-10 how dick would they have to be to void it for that reason. __________________ 1997 M3 Coupe - BMWCCA I-Prepared #22 2006 M Roadster - 23,000 miles and slowly counting
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RedlineMotorworks Banned 189 Rep 2,502 Posts Drives: 6.2L F-150 Raptor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Redline Motorworks iTrader: (19)	We carry the Race Precision FMIC and have had lots of success with it. No cutting is required & the gains are very good. Contact me for a quote.
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down4it Banned 63 Rep 1,743 Posts Drives: E92 335i Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: SoCal iTrader: (3)	Spearco/Turbonetics was the best! But because they no longer sell it to the public you can buy mine for $5,000,000!!!
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e.n335 Moderator 270 Rep 4,481 Posts Drives: e93 ///M3 DCT, 07/2009 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Switzerland, ZH iTrader: (0)	AA, Helix, Spearco, RPI, ... all good intercoolers. They are different though ( installation, design, performance ). Do a search and choose the one you prefer.
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cipher5 506 Rep 3,469 Posts Drives: 2020 Donington Grey X3M Comp Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Chicago, IL iTrader: (12)	Dinan will void your BMW factory warranty (if there is an issue). However, the difference between Dinan and others is, Dinan will warranty an issue with the engine. With that said, AA is nice
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e.n335 Moderator 270 Rep 4,481 Posts Drives: e93 ///M3 DCT, 07/2009 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Switzerland, ZH iTrader: (0)	^ Great unit. The Spearco IC is the same unit without a shroud.
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