[AndreM818]

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/FMIC-...item3a699fa358


Has anyone tried this one thats 4 inches thick. I knwo theres the 3.5 Wonderin if this will perform just as good as BT

[Big Tom]

Originally Posted by AndreM818

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/FMIC-...item3a699fa358


Has anyone tried this one thats 4 inches thick. I knwo theres the 3.5 Wonderin if this will perform just as good as BT

It looks like the BTIC except that it only has 2.5" connections instead of the 3" connections that's on the BTIC.

[AndreM818]

Originally Posted by Big Tom

It looks like the BTIC except that it only has 2.5" connections instead of the 3" connections that's on the BTIC.

Aw yes, I forgot about that. Do you think that will affect the volume of the intercooler or make a noticeble difference in performance

[Big Tom]

Originally Posted by AndreM818

Aw yes, I forgot about that. Do you think that will affect the volume of the intercooler or make a noticeble difference in performance

It will work well, no doubt about it.

[blackedout335i]

oh yea that intercooler is nice.. they have 3 inch inlet for 250 as well

[blackedout335i]

cheapest AA intercooler i found:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...#ht_2809wt_972

[thebigragu99]

Originally Posted by blackedout335i

cheapest AA intercooler i found:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...#ht_2809wt_972

Actually I hears aa uses this intercooler in this kit.If I was on a budget build,I would consider this core for sure.

[dzenno]

Isn't the stock piping hot and cold side 2.5"??

[Jj335i08]

I just did a custom job on mine the intercooler dimensions were 31x12x4 with 3" inlets an outlets on the left and right instead of the rear. The core was 24x12. It's very original haven't seen another with my setup. I ended up just doing reducers from 3" to 2 1/2" for fitment purposes but end result was awesome.

[blackedout335i]

nice i just got the AA intercooler good enough for me!

[dzenno]

I don't see a point in 3" in/out on the fmic if the piping to/from it is 2.5"...am I missing something? 2.5" in/out would be just fine

[MikeyComputers]

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/FMIC-...item3a699fa358

or
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...#ht_2809wt_972


im unsure which one are we buying... i wanan buy it now

will the big one fit?

[Haus_07]

Originally Posted by dzenno

I don't see a point in 3" in/out on the fmic if the piping to/from it is 2.5"...am I missing something? 2.5" in/out would be just fine

+1111 That was my thinking when I bought my Godspeed V-mount. Same dimensions as Big Tom's (except 3.5" core), with 2.5" inlet/outlet. Since the stock piping is 2.5", why would you buy 3" and reduce it? That's money wasted on 2 extra parts that aren't required?????? I bought a 45 degree, 90 degree, 2 stainless steel couplers, and a 3' straight piece for the rest. All 2.5", and it fits terrific!!!

[Haus_07]

Originally Posted by MikeyComputers

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/FMIC-...item3a699fa358

or
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...#ht_2809wt_972


im unsure which one are we buying... i wanan buy it now

will the big one fit?

This is what I put in my 335. Same thing as the CX, but doesn't have "fits BMW E90X" in the title. If your going for a budget build, you can't beat this price!!!

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/GODSP...#ht_4763wt_803

Also, try these guys for all your silicone pipes and adaptors. Super selection and fast shipping.

www.allpurposepipes.com

My entire intercooler upgrade project cost me right about $300 to my door!!

[blackedout335i]

its a perfect intercooler i posted.. get it install it PICS

[Lspear817]

agree, keep up posted on it. I am on the edge of doing the one that BigTom 's BMW.

I actually tried to order it, but failed due to huge language barrier- there was no shipping option... lol

[PlutoniumTans]

3 inlet and out I think is unnecessary for our cars I know cars above 600 whp run 2.5 with out a single issue, 2.5 is more than enough

[FirstBMWLA]

Originally Posted by Haus_07

1111 That was my thinking when I bought my Godspeed V-mount. Same dimensions as Big Tom's (except 3.5" core), with 2.5" inlet/outlet. Since the stock piping is 2.5", why would you buy 3" and reduce it? That's money wasted on 2 extra parts that aren't required?????? I bought a 45 degree, 90 degree, 2 stainless steel couplers, and a 3' straight piece for the rest. All 2.5", and it fits terrific!!!

Would you mind describing your connections. I think it's something like this.
Drivers side: straight hose off intercooler to SS joiner to 90deg. From there is it just inserting stock pipe into 90 and clamping?

Passenger: 45deg straight from intercooler to SS joiner to straight hose to stock piping with clamp?

Does that sound right?
Thanks for help!

[Haus_07]

Originally Posted by FirstBMWLA

Would you mind describing your connections. I think it's something like this.
Drivers side: straight hose off intercooler to SS joiner to 90deg. From there is it just inserting stock pipe into 90 and clamping?

Passenger: 45deg straight from intercooler to SS joiner to straight hose to stock piping with clamp?

Does that sound right?
Thanks for help!

Yup! You got it!! That's exactly how I set mine up, and it works great. Make sure to get the "T bar" type clamps instead of the worm drive. Not only do the T clamps hold better, they won't tear up your hoses like the worm drive. GL!!!

[FirstBMWLA]

Originally Posted by Jj335i08

I just did a custom job on mine the intercooler dimensions were 31x12x4 with 3" inlets an outlets on the left and right instead of the rear. The core was 24x12. It's very original haven't seen another with my setup. I ended up just doing reducers from 3" to 2 1/2" for fitment purposes but end result was awesome.

Love to see pics of this.

[FirstBMWLA]

Originally Posted by Haus_07

Yup! You got it!! That's exactly how I set mine up, and it works great. Make sure to get the "T bar" type clamps instead of the worm drive. Not only do the T clamps hold better, they won't tear up your hoses like the worm drive. GL!!!

How did you secure your intercooler? Not sure if I'm down for the zip tie approach.

[Haus_07]

Originally Posted by FirstBMWLA

How did you secure your intercooler? Not sure if I'm down for the zip tie approach.

I made 2 L-angles out of aluminum and had a shop weld them onto the intercooler, then drilled and tapped 2 holes on the bottom of the bumper support. Attached the angles with fine thread screws and lock washers. Solid as can be!!