BMW Performance Intake

mikekilpatrick · 08-19-2010, 04:25 AM

Ahh what a pretty site I had arrive today. BMW OEM performance intake to match my BMW performance Exhaust. Tischer has it on sale for 725.00 SHIPPED right now!

The exhaust has really made the car get up and go and has greatly eliminated the "lag" in the drive train. Should really have some kick with the combo!

Now if only a performance tune would be available for less than 1000.00 that does not require hard wiring a box to the ECU!

Don't have Dyno results yet, but found a place that does all wheel drive cars for 125.00 for 3 passes.

By the way, the US performance intake DOES seem to use the K&N Filter in the kit from BMW.

Warranty for 4 more years and performance to boot! Only 1500.00 for both!

Chewy734 · 08-19-2010, 08:42 AM

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Originally Posted by mikekilpatrick

Now if only a performance tune would be available for less than 1000.00 that does not require hard wiring a box to the ECU!

Don't have Dyno results yet, but found a place that does all wheel drive cars for 125.00 for 3 passes.

Good choice on the intake. Isn't the BMS Power Box only like $180? You can also get an LET tune for much less than $1k and not have to worry about any wires... it seamlessly just remaps your ECU through the ODB-II port.

BMCoupe_782 · 08-19-2010, 08:56 AM

intake and exhaust combo is killer. get the PBX - you won't regret it.

mikekilpatrick · 08-19-2010, 07:12 PM

The thing that bothers me about the power box is that A: You have to tie it into your wiring harness (which I don't like since I am CPO for 4 years) and B: It has no way of identifying WHAT mode you are in! What don't they make an LED display showing what map you are on and why don't they build a plug in wiring harness for the 328 like they do for a 335?

What is a LET tune? I have not seen that anywhere on the forums. How much does it run? Are their dyno results for it?

Mike

mikekilpatrick · 08-19-2010, 07:18 PM

I have also added: Performance Pedals for gas/brake/footrest, OEM rear spoiler, Sunroof windscreen, Sirius radio module, alarm module, Complete LED interior from Autohaus, wrapped steering wheel with leather, Beltronics RX75 Remote Radar Detector, Mud Flaps, OEM Front Bra (Only on Long trips for bugs and rocks), Trunk Mat to protect carpet.

I have a set of HID lights in the garage that I purchased converted, but not real happy with the way they were wired, so I will rewire them professionally and put those in soon as well.

mikekilpatrick · 08-21-2010, 12:05 PM

A few pics from the install. Took about 1.5 hours, but I also cleaned the Throttle body of carbon build up while I had the intake out. The only pita on this job was a retainer clip up by the strut mount that MUST be snapped in for proper sealing of the intake. I ended up loosening the two screws on the intake cover (they come preinstalled) in order to lower the retainer clip enough to snap into place.

mikekilpatrick · 08-21-2010, 12:07 PM

Oh yeah, and it IS an K&N filter that comes with the kit. I have not noticed a large increase in sound coming from under hood, but the car seems to max out the RPMS a bit higher now and there is a really nice power curve above 4000 rpms. Also, the secondary intake by the front windshield seems to benefit from passing at higher speeds of 40mph +

spdy330 · 08-21-2010, 12:13 PM

I too have not noticed any sound from the hood either. Why would we though as it is still a closed intake. All the intakes you hear sounding aggressive are open system. My throttle responce lag seems to have gone away after I got mine a few weeks back. Looking good OP!

bavarian19 · 08-22-2010, 12:44 PM

I noticed a small increase in engine noise with the intake. Very subtle, but noticeable.

BMCoupe_782 · 08-22-2010, 05:35 PM

noise is not noticeable at all - it's mainly a nice, clean pull without lag from higher rpms

mikekilpatrick · 08-22-2010, 10:51 PM

Well I have the Performance exhaust so if there was an increase of sound from the intake, I can't hear it. I definitely notice a better pickup at the higher rpms, the engine just seems to "breath" better.

Its really nice when you are doing like 50-55 and nail it to pass someone or get back up to the speed limit, you are doing 90 in a blink of an eye it seems.

03SG///M3 · 08-24-2010, 09:10 AM

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Originally Posted by mikekilpatrick

Well I have the Performance exhaust so if there was an increase of sound from the intake, I can't hear it. I definitely notice a better pickup at the higher rpms, the engine just seems to "breath" better.

Its really nice when you are doing like 50-55 and nail it to pass someone or get back up to the speed limit, you are doing 90 in a blink of an eye it seems.

Is there any kind of BMW performance software update when getting the BMW performance intake and or exhaust installed?

spdy330 · 08-24-2010, 06:43 PM

No

Chewy734 · 08-24-2010, 07:14 PM

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Originally Posted by mikekilpatrick

What is a LET tune? I have not seen that anywhere on the forums. How much does it run? Are their dyno results for it?

Mike

Mike,

Check the master thread for it (read the first page, and the last 5 or so pages)...
http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=250489

mikekilpatrick · 08-26-2010, 03:08 AM

Cool, thanks for the thread pointer.

apfelkatze · 09-06-2010, 05:07 PM

Nice install. Have you seen any improvements in fuel economy?

RaPiDneSs · 09-06-2010, 06:25 PM

you guys think the bmw performance exhaust is worth 900 bucks? i found some for that price. i want to get it but just want to make sure that i wont find it somewhere else for less.

c_jeong89 · 09-06-2010, 08:22 PM

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Originally Posted by RaPiDneSs

you guys think the bmw performance exhaust is worth 900 bucks? i found some for that price. i want to get it but just want to make sure that i wont find it somewhere else for less.

900 is around the price for a new one. There is someone selling a used one for 700 shipped on the FS section if u don't mind it being used.

BlackBimmer1991 · 09-06-2010, 08:25 PM

725 on getbmwparts.com

c_jeong89 · 09-06-2010, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by BlackBimmer1991

725 on getbmwparts.com

he was talking about exhaust not intake in the post above.

mikekilpatrick · 09-06-2010, 09:11 PM

Got the exhaust for 800 on ebay from Morristown BMW. They were asking 899 or best offer and I have to say I really am enjoying the exhaust/intake combo. Still wish the Power Box would get a little more sophisticated and have a true plug and play option, like they have for the 335 model. Also would like some sort of feedback so you know what performance stage you are in.

DimSum · 09-07-2010, 02:56 AM

Has anyone dyno'ed this intake yet...
What is the difference from a stock intake box with a K&N filter, compared to the BMWP Intake?

08-19-2010, 04:25 AM	#1
mikekilpatrick Major 229 Rep 1,085 Posts Drives: 2013 BMW F10 550 Xdrive Msport Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Philadelphia (South-NJ) iTrader: (20)	BMW Performance Intake Ahh what a pretty site I had arrive today. BMW OEM performance intake to match my BMW performance Exhaust. Tischer has it on sale for 725.00 SHIPPED right now! The exhaust has really made the car get up and go and has greatly eliminated the "lag" in the drive train. Should really have some kick with the combo! Now if only a performance tune would be available for less than 1000.00 that does not require hard wiring a box to the ECU! Don't have Dyno results yet, but found a place that does all wheel drive cars for 125.00 for 3 passes. By the way, the US performance intake DOES seem to use the K&N Filter in the kit from BMW. Warranty for 4 more years and performance to boot! Only 1500.00 for both!
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BMCoupe_782 Bavarian Fever 34 Rep 1,108 Posts Drives: 08' e92 328xi TiAg Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Queens, NY / North NJ iTrader: (4)	intake and exhaust combo is killer. get the PBX - you won't regret it. __________________ \| ESS n52 Tune \| BMW Performance Intake/Exhaust \| LUX H8 v3 AE \| GP Thunder 8500K fogs/corners \| LED: signals/interior \| V1 hardwired \| debadge \| AC pedals \| Performance shift knob/boot \| CF e-brake \| Aero lip \| m3 side skirts/spoiler \| MB kidneys \| Strut brace \| Painted reflectors \| Painted Calipers/Hubs \| 35% 3M tint \| Smoked tails \| CF Roundels \| 19" Miro 942 \| Conti DWS \| H&R Springs for xi \| Bilstein Shocks\| Nxt: Alpine Subs/Amps
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mikekilpatrick Major 229 Rep 1,085 Posts Drives: 2013 BMW F10 550 Xdrive Msport Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Philadelphia (South-NJ) iTrader: (20)	The thing that bothers me about the power box is that A: You have to tie it into your wiring harness (which I don't like since I am CPO for 4 years) and B: It has no way of identifying WHAT mode you are in! What don't they make an LED display showing what map you are on and why don't they build a plug in wiring harness for the 328 like they do for a 335? What is a LET tune? I have not seen that anywhere on the forums. How much does it run? Are their dyno results for it? Mike Last edited by mikekilpatrick; 08-19-2010 at 07:21 PM..
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mikekilpatrick Major 229 Rep 1,085 Posts Drives: 2013 BMW F10 550 Xdrive Msport Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Philadelphia (South-NJ) iTrader: (20)	I have also added: Performance Pedals for gas/brake/footrest, OEM rear spoiler, Sunroof windscreen, Sirius radio module, alarm module, Complete LED interior from Autohaus, wrapped steering wheel with leather, Beltronics RX75 Remote Radar Detector, Mud Flaps, OEM Front Bra (Only on Long trips for bugs and rocks), Trunk Mat to protect carpet. I have a set of HID lights in the garage that I purchased converted, but not real happy with the way they were wired, so I will rewire them professionally and put those in soon as well.
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08-21-2010, 12:05 PM	#6
mikekilpatrick Major 229 Rep 1,085 Posts Drives: 2013 BMW F10 550 Xdrive Msport Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Philadelphia (South-NJ) iTrader: (20)	pics of install A few pics from the install. Took about 1.5 hours, but I also cleaned the Throttle body of carbon build up while I had the intake out. The only pita on this job was a retainer clip up by the strut mount that MUST be snapped in for proper sealing of the intake. I ended up loosening the two screws on the intake cover (they come preinstalled) in order to lower the retainer clip enough to snap into place. Attached Images
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08-21-2010, 12:07 PM	#7
mikekilpatrick Major 229 Rep 1,085 Posts Drives: 2013 BMW F10 550 Xdrive Msport Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Philadelphia (South-NJ) iTrader: (20)	Oh yeah, and it IS an K&N filter that comes with the kit. I have not noticed a large increase in sound coming from under hood, but the car seems to max out the RPMS a bit higher now and there is a really nice power curve above 4000 rpms. Also, the secondary intake by the front windshield seems to benefit from passing at higher speeds of 40mph +
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08-21-2010, 12:13 PM	#8
spdy330 Major General 530 Rep 6,149 Posts Drives: 05 Tundra, 15 FIT, 17 CRV Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Chino Hills, CA iTrader: (163)	I too have not noticed any sound from the hood either. Why would we though as it is still a closed intake. All the intakes you hear sounding aggressive are open system. My throttle responce lag seems to have gone away after I got mine a few weeks back. Looking good OP! __________________ If you will be purchasing ANY AT&T services online or in store could you mention that you were referred by me? My Employee Referral ID is eo4489. This would be a great help and it costs you nothing, thank you!
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08-22-2010, 12:44 PM	#9
bavarian19 General 517 Rep 18,858 Posts Drives: Car Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: VA iTrader: (23)	I noticed a small increase in engine noise with the intake. Very subtle, but noticeable.
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08-22-2010, 05:35 PM	#10
BMCoupe_782 Bavarian Fever 34 Rep 1,108 Posts Drives: 08' e92 328xi TiAg Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Queens, NY / North NJ iTrader: (4)	noise is not noticeable at all - it's mainly a nice, clean pull without lag from higher rpms __________________ \| ESS n52 Tune \| BMW Performance Intake/Exhaust \| LUX H8 v3 AE \| GP Thunder 8500K fogs/corners \| LED: signals/interior \| V1 hardwired \| debadge \| AC pedals \| Performance shift knob/boot \| CF e-brake \| Aero lip \| m3 side skirts/spoiler \| MB kidneys \| Strut brace \| Painted reflectors \| Painted Calipers/Hubs \| 35% 3M tint \| Smoked tails \| CF Roundels \| 19" Miro 942 \| Conti DWS \| H&R Springs for xi \| Bilstein Shocks\| Nxt: Alpine Subs/Amps
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08-22-2010, 10:51 PM	#11
mikekilpatrick Major 229 Rep 1,085 Posts Drives: 2013 BMW F10 550 Xdrive Msport Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Philadelphia (South-NJ) iTrader: (20)	Well I have the Performance exhaust so if there was an increase of sound from the intake, I can't hear it. I definitely notice a better pickup at the higher rpms, the engine just seems to "breath" better. Its really nice when you are doing like 50-55 and nail it to pass someone or get back up to the speed limit, you are doing 90 in a blink of an eye it seems.
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mikekilpatrick Major 229 Rep 1,085 Posts Drives: 2013 BMW F10 550 Xdrive Msport Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Philadelphia (South-NJ) iTrader: (20)	Cool, thanks for the thread pointer.
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09-06-2010, 05:07 PM	#16
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09-06-2010, 09:11 PM	#21
mikekilpatrick Major 229 Rep 1,085 Posts Drives: 2013 BMW F10 550 Xdrive Msport Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Philadelphia (South-NJ) iTrader: (20)	Got the exhaust for 800 on ebay from Morristown BMW. They were asking 899 or best offer and I have to say I really am enjoying the exhaust/intake combo. Still wish the Power Box would get a little more sophisticated and have a true plug and play option, like they have for the 335 model. Also would like some sort of feedback so you know what performance stage you are in.
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09-07-2010, 02:56 AM	#22
DimSum Banned 202 Rep 2,740 Posts Drives: SLOW Join Date: May 2008 Location: LITTLEBIMMER.COM iTrader: (10)	Has anyone dyno'ed this intake yet... What is the difference from a stock intake box with a K&N filter, compared to the BMWP Intake?
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