ESS in detail by IND.

Nate@IND · 12-29-2010, 06:44 PM

One of the most common topics of conversation when talking about a supercharger kit is the simplicity of it’s design. Many can design a complex system, but it is much more difficult to design a product that is elegant in it’s simplicity. After many requests, we finally have a detailed exploded view of the ESS kit.

mastek · 12-29-2010, 06:58 PM

Wow - check out those high-quality, performance zip-ties ... lol

Seriously tho, looks like a nice kit and a lot of ESS SC owners seem to love it.

808E90 · 12-29-2010, 08:11 PM

Did you paint those injectors red?

AJ@ESS · 12-29-2010, 08:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 808E90

Did you paint those injectors red?

No, they come red in some versions of the kit.

808E90 · 12-29-2010, 08:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AJ@ESS

No, they come red in some versions of the kit.

Oh sweet ... Guess its time to upgrade

Bob86GN · 12-29-2010, 09:18 PM

The red plenum looks awesome! And there lies 600 hp...

ersin · 12-29-2010, 09:35 PM

Sexy! Anyone have ten grand laying around they want to give me? No, I didn't so.

Cheers.

m33 · 12-29-2010, 09:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 808E90

Oh sweet ... Guess its time to upgrade

was thinking the same thing ..

BimmerM · 12-30-2010, 06:24 AM

Wow, nicely done. The exploded view sure puts things into perspective. Looks well engineered.

mikewads · 12-30-2010, 06:48 AM

I like to being able to look at all the parts when buying a kit like this.

gixxer_kidd · 12-30-2010, 11:16 AM

I like! Thanks for posting.

Bob MG · 12-30-2010, 01:02 PM

I miss my SC M3 so much.

Need to get a new project going, I'm thinking a 4,6 low comp high boost SC project

Any ideas Nate?

Will need 8psi at least which will mean a 80mm pulley and that will need 8 rib belt so custom pulley and separate belt to drive SC

tha_good_life · 12-30-2010, 01:05 PM

Straight porn right there.

m33 · 12-30-2010, 02:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bob MG

I miss my SC M3 so much.

Need to get a new project going, I'm thinking a 4,6 low comp high boost SC project

Any ideas Nate?

Will need 8psi at least which will mean a 80mm pulley and that will need 8 rib belt so custom pulley and separate belt to drive SC

no body does it like you , bring it on .....

AJ@ESS · 12-30-2010, 02:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bob MG

I miss my SC M3 so much.

Need to get a new project going, I'm thinking a 4,6 low comp high boost SC project

Any ideas Nate?

Will need 8psi at least which will mean a 80mm pulley and that will need 8 rib belt so custom pulley and separate belt to drive SC

We have custom belt drive systems available for higher boost on in-house custom built engines.

And I recommend max 4.4L on high boost SC. Leave stock bore.

duk · 12-30-2010, 03:13 PM

bigger block and SC'd... sounds like someone's car i know!

808E90 · 12-30-2010, 04:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bob MG

I miss my SC M3 so much.

Need to get a new project going, I'm thinking a 4,6 low comp high boost SC project

Any ideas Nate?

Will need 8psi at least which will mean a 80mm pulley and that will need 8 rib belt so custom pulley and separate belt to drive SC

What did I miss ... What did you do with your M3?

Bob MG · 12-31-2010, 01:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 808E90

What did I miss ... What did you do with your M3?

I sold it last month :
Bought a X6M which is currently waiting for some goodies from Nate

I needed a more comfortable DD.
Next M3 project will be a weekend toy, and a little more hardcore

Thanks AJ, I will probably buy an older M3 DCT with mileage and then rebuild motor as per above. Will be in touch with you for ideas on how to proceed.
Maybe its better to just import a rebuild motor from you guys with all software etc, otherwise you coming here to get it running. Isnt there a swap out option?

808E90 · 12-31-2010, 01:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bob MG

I sold it last month :
Bought a X6M which is currently waiting for some goodies from Nate

I needed a more comfortable DD.
Next M3 project will be a weekend toy, and a little more hardcore

Thanks AJ, I will probably buy an older M3 DCT with mileage and then rebuild motor as per above. Will be in touch with you for ideas on how to proceed.
Maybe its better to just import a rebuild motor from you guys with all software etc, otherwise you coming here to get it running. Isnt there a swap out option?

Nice ... I was thinking of doing the same but I can't seem to get myself to let the M3 go.

Bob MG · 12-31-2010, 01:50 AM

Some food for though if m3 isn't your DD which makes it much mire cost effective and more bang for your buck
1. High mileage cheaper PP m3
2. No Idrive
3. New BMW performance seats which makes interior feel new
4. Remove rear seats
5. Put in roll cage
6. Respray custom colour or full wrap
7. KW clubsport suspension
8. Akrapovic catless full system
9. BBS F1 in 9x19 and 10,5x19
10. BMW ZCP boot lid spoiler
11. Challenge front lip spoiler
12. 4,4 ltr low compression motor
13. ESS high boost SC
14. Lots of power, low comfort level, big smiles

Done

m33 · 12-31-2010, 05:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bob MG

Some food for though if m3 isn't your DD which makes it much mire cost effective and more bang for your buck
1. High mileage cheaper PP m3
2. No Idrive
3. New BMW performance seats which makes interior feel new
4. Remove rear seats
5. Put in roll cage
6. Respray custom colour or full wrap
7. KW clubsport suspension
8. Akrapovic catless full system
9. BBS F1 in 9x19 and 10,5x19
10. BMW ZCP boot lid spoiler
11. Challenge front lip spoiler
12. 4,4 ltr low compression motor
13. ESS high boost SC
14. Lots of power, low comfort level, big smiles

Done

I like the way you think, I'm thinking the same thing In buyin a used one rather than going in to the motor of my new M....

Kyoshi71 · 12-31-2010, 05:33 PM

Looks Easy Nate!!!

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ersin Brigadier General 126 Rep 4,144 Posts Drives: 17 YMB F80 M3 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Maryland iTrader: (1)	Sexy! Anyone have ten grand laying around they want to give me? No, I didn't so. Cheers. __________________ 2017 F80 YMB.
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Bob MG Moderating 418 Rep 2,047 Posts Drives: like a muppet Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Dubai iTrader: (0)	I miss my SC M3 so much. Need to get a new project going, I'm thinking a 4,6 low comp high boost SC project Any ideas Nate? Will need 8psi at least which will mean a 80mm pulley and that will need 8 rib belt so custom pulley and separate belt to drive SC
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Bob MG Moderating 418 Rep 2,047 Posts Drives: like a muppet Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Dubai iTrader: (0)	Some food for though if m3 isn't your DD which makes it much mire cost effective and more bang for your buck 1. High mileage cheaper PP m3 2. No Idrive 3. New BMW performance seats which makes interior feel new 4. Remove rear seats 5. Put in roll cage 6. Respray custom colour or full wrap 7. KW clubsport suspension 8. Akrapovic catless full system 9. BBS F1 in 9x19 and 10,5x19 10. BMW ZCP boot lid spoiler 11. Challenge front lip spoiler 12. 4,4 ltr low compression motor 13. ESS high boost SC 14. Lots of power, low comfort level, big smiles Done
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