[335 oClock]

mike, can you please PM me where I could get the software to check codes via usb and also how to use the software, thanks.

would this be able to check problems in the CP? I dont see anything by looking at it..

[SflBimmer8484]

Originally Posted by Sara504

Will I notice it break right when it happens? Like if Im driving over the bridge will I just lose engine power and my car go into limp mode? Or will I have time to drive it home or to a safe place to park without damaging the engine.

Thats exactly what happened to me racing up a bridge then psshhh No power no codes just limp home with no boost.


Pm mike for a Quote

[mrj25]

Originally Posted by Sara504

How much is the charge pipe and am I going to be able to install easy?

I heard ETS is good, though I have ER and so far it's doing good. Installation is really easy. Have Phuoc do it for you

[Jeff@TopGearSolutions]

Originally Posted by ronny214

Not sure about this one. Luck to not have it happen to me yet. As for your second reply about the metal one, I think that would apply to any aftermarket CP, or at least some of the more popular ones. ETS and ER seem to be the two big ones, but some people say the ER doesn't install as easy, costs a little more, the coupling if not tightening really really well can come off, and the fit is a bit stretched. I personally have not tried the ER or the ETS, so I'm just going off the reviews I've read.

The ER fits just fine its just such a perfect fit that it makes it a little harder then its charge pipe counterparts that use only silicon couplers, which can have the tendency to slip off easier if not tightened correctly.

Any charge pipe that uses the factory c clip should theoretically never come off when installed correctly, I never had a problem personally on my ER CP.

[SMOKE EM IF U GOT EM!!]

Originally Posted by Army335xi

+1 to this (because the F10 and E70 share similar hardware components) would be nice if this fits the F10 and E70 platforms...

We're getting no love here on our end. Funny cause this is the first tuneable motor I've owned and don't have much besides stage 1 tune and k&n drop in. Magnaflow muffler's been busting my balls to get it aligned properly. So yea we new to start a revolution.

[Mike@N54Tuning.com]

Originally Posted by Sara504

How much is the metal one?

You can PM me for CP prices on a few options.. They are less expensive then the N54 versions as don't require a BOV or DVs.

Mike

[Mike@N54Tuning.com]

Originally Posted by Jeff@topgearsolutions

The ER fits just fine its just such a perfect fit that it makes it a little harder then its charge pipe counterparts that use only silicon couplers, which can have the tendency to slip off easier if not tightened correctly.

Any charge pipe that uses the factory c clip should theoretically never come off when installed correctly, I never had a problem personally on my ER CP.

+1 on the big advantage of ER using the factory C-clip. Makes install a breeze and fits like a glove. Its just one of the reasons its the most popular CP on the market..

Mike

[Mike@N54Tuning.com]

Originally Posted by 335 oClock

mike, can you please PM me where I could get the software to check codes via usb and also how to use the software, thanks.

would this be able to check problems in the CP? I dont see anything by looking at it..

Are you referring to the JB4 software?

Mike

[hetzle]

So I'm getting JB4 installed next Saturday, my car has only 15k miles but I don't have enough cash to get a CP for at least a month, does anyone know roughly how long a stock CP will last with normal/occasional spirited driving?

My car is also under warranty, so I was thinking if one broke maybe I could just remove the JB4 and get a new stock CP for free, but from what I've read it seems that if your CP blows you could end up stranded?

[Mike@N54Tuning.com]

Originally Posted by hetzle

So I'm getting JB4 installed next Saturday, my car has only 15k miles but I don't have enough cash to get a CP for at least a month, does anyone know roughly how long a stock CP will last with normal/occasional spirited driving?

My car is also under warranty, so I was thinking if one broke maybe I could just remove the JB4 and get a new stock CP for free, but from what I've read it seems that if your CP blows you could end up stranded?

There is no specific timeline for failure.. Some will last forever some will fail quickly. We've seen many fail on stock cars so there is no rule of thumb. Enjoy the JB4 and just monitor the CP and you should be okay, but the point of the thread is not for everybody to buy a CP now, but just that it should be in your long term modding plan, and you should monitor your stock CP periodically.

Mike

[mashimarho]

Any broken aftermarket CPs ever happen?

[335 oClock]

Originally Posted by Mike@N54Tuning.com

Are you referring to the JB4 software?

Mike

yessir

[turugara]

Originally Posted by hetzle

So I'm getting JB4 installed next Saturday, my car has only 15k miles but I don't have enough cash to get a CP for at least a month, does anyone know roughly how long a stock CP will last with normal/occasional spirited driving?

My car is also under warranty, so I was thinking if one broke maybe I could just remove the JB4 and get a new stock CP for free, but from what I've read it seems that if your CP blows you could end up stranded?

I had about 10 track days with stage 2 jb4 on stock charge pipe and it was fine. Mine broke during daily driving.
Undoubtedly stock cp was weakened during hard tracking

[Sara]

Originally Posted by turugara

I had about 10 track days with stage 2 jb4 on stock charge pipe and it was fine. Mine broke during daily driving.
Undoubtedly stock cp was weakened during hard tracking

Did it leave you stranded or did you make it home?

[turugara]

Originally Posted by Sara504

Did it leave you stranded or did you make it home?

I made it home on limp mode. Changed my charge pipe next day. I had ordered it in anticipation of it breaking and never got around to installing

[Mike@N54Tuning.com]

Originally Posted by mashimarho

Any broken aftermarket CPs ever happen?

Nope...

Mike

[SflBimmer8484]

Originally Posted by Sara504

Did it leave you stranded or did you make it home?

It shouldn't leave you stranded but its not very safe to drive around with either as debris could easily enter.

[Mike@N54Tuning.com]

Originally Posted by Sara504

Did it leave you stranded or did you make it home?

Most CP failures aren't catastrophic but we've seen a few like the pic posted completely shatter at the throttle body connection.

Usually you can limp home.

Mike

[Sara]

Originally Posted by Andrew@ActiveAutowerke

It shouldn't leave you stranded but its not very safe to drive around with either as debris could easily enter.

Originally Posted by Mike@N54Tuning.com

Most CP failures aren't catastrophic but we've seen a few like the pic posted completely shatter at the throttle body connection.

Usually you can limp home.

Mike

Ok so to put this into Sara term:

The ER pipe is like Burberry the ETS pipe is like Wal-Mart? Why such a price difference?


**Maybe this is why Im single. I ask too many damn questions**

[SflBimmer8484]

They didn't go with a stock type connection which uses the C clip. I personally like that type of connection much better than a silicone coupler.

On the other hand they will both perform the same function but going with a coupler style will save you a few bucks.

[torqnDC]

Haven't installed an ETS CP, but the ER one clips right on using the stock clamp and feels real solid.

As someone who has had seals for hoses/pipes loosen, disconnect or warp during different load conditions of increased boost, I can tell you the ER has held up well. Put that on as a preventative measure and never looked back.

[Sara]

Originally Posted by Andrew@ActiveAutowerke

They didn't go with a stock type connection which uses the C clip. I personally like that type of connection much better than a silicone coupler.

On the other hand they will both perform the same function but going with a coupler style will save you a few bucks.

Ahh. Ok gotcha.