607AWHP/618AWTQ: TFT Inlets + RB Turbos + BQ/Wedge Tuning

JD75 · 03-01-2015, 08:33 AM

Hey guys,

a quick update with regards the RHD compatibility of the TFT intake/turbo inlet kit, I'm very happy to say that based on initial reports from a RB powered N54 owner in WA, the rear turbo inlet pipe whilst certainly being a tight fit was able to be installed without modification to the pipe, wow!

With some finessing of the rear turbo inlet snout silicone coupler as per Brian's recommendation, it would appear the RHD fitment concerns have been addressed. I am pretty shocked to say the least as Peter and I both thought that some relief of the rear pipe would be required as a minimum, but hey sometimes things just work out for the best, sweet!

Ian's car will be going into Advan performance soon for fitment of his TFT kit, I have a few install pics coming from the super keen first adopter in WA but I'll document the whole install process and finished result thoroughly once Ian's car goes under the knife. Whilst Ian had initially been lined up as the first RHD "guinea pig", due to a change of circumstances the first complete kit went to the WA customer, but I'm sure Ian will be very pleased to know that the install at Advan should be smooth sailing.

Thanks,

JD.

NewHotness · 03-01-2015, 04:22 PM

Thats awesome news! Well done to all involved.

Cant wait for pics and results.

JB4-335 · 03-01-2015, 06:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JD75

Hey guys,

a quick update with regards the RHD compatibility of the TFT intake/turbo inlet kit, I'm very happy to say that based on initial reports from a RB powered N54 owner in WA, the rear turbo inlet pipe whilst certainly being a tight fit was able to be installed without modification to the pipe, wow!

With some finessing of the rear turbo inlet snout silicone coupler as per Brian's recommendation, it would appear the RHD fitment concerns have been addressed. I am pretty shocked to say the least as Peter and I both thought that some relief of the rear pipe would be required as a minimum, but hey sometimes things just work out for the best, sweet!

Ian's car will be going into Advan performance soon for fitment of his TFT kit, I have a few install pics coming from the super keen first adopter in WA but I'll document the whole install process and finished result thoroughly once Ian's car goes under the knife. Whilst Ian had initially been lined up as the first RHD "guinea pig", due to a change of circumstances the first complete kit went to the WA customer, but I'm sure Ian will be very pleased to know that the install at Advan should be smooth sailing.

Thanks,

JD.

Well that was unexpected. Good to hear it works with RHD,

Brule · 03-01-2015, 10:51 PM

Very surprised. Thank god I don't have to buy from Vargass.

NewHotness · 03-01-2015, 10:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Brule

Very surprised. Thank god I don't have to buy from Vargass.

LMFAO !

_ink · 03-01-2015, 11:23 PM

This is awesome news and glad to hear it!

Let's not get too excited yet however, as 'clearance' means different things to different ppl. So Pete@advan may not be 100% happy with the clearance he see's.

Cannot wait!

DR-JEKL · 03-02-2015, 12:20 AM

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Originally Posted by _ink

This is awesome news and glad to hear it!

Let's not get too excited yet however, as 'clearance' means different things to different ppl. So Pete@advan may not be 100% happy with the clearance he see's.

Cannot wait!

G/L with it Ian, looking forward to seeing your results

CashedUpBogan · 03-02-2015, 12:54 AM

Now if only the upcoming RB Evos could be fit onto RHD

bradsm87 · 03-17-2015, 03:32 AM

Any pics of TFT intakes on RHD yet?

LotusBMW · 03-17-2015, 05:40 AM

Yes. Want news please.

Jackscolon · 03-27-2015, 03:55 AM

this is too cool, glad to see it is working on a RHD. Such a pitty about the Super RB's though

_ink · 03-27-2015, 04:08 AM

This rear inlet pipe is far from fitting, a solution is being worked on and developed as we speak... Which could also potentially address the compatibility for the RHD fitment for Super RB's.

CashedUpBogan · 03-27-2015, 11:56 AM

Justin, do you think a step auto can handle super RBs plus TFT?

Flex68 · 03-27-2015, 04:25 PM

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Originally Posted by JD75

Hey guys,

with the first couple of TFT intake/turbo inlet kits leaving the US in the next week or so, I thought it would be a good time to post some cool pics of the polished 304 stainless version Brian is now considering offering.

Nothing better than sexual quality welds

_ink · 03-27-2015, 09:21 PM

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Originally Posted by CashedUpBogan

Justin, do you think a step auto can handle super RBs plus TFT?

Mate, the super RB's will replace the inlets - so you won't need the TFT kit here.

The good thing about the step auto, is that you can build and upgrade this, so you'll be fine.

Brule · 03-27-2015, 11:02 PM

Whats the "step auto"?

harms · 03-27-2015, 11:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Brule

Whats the "step auto"?

Steptronic i assume

Brule · 03-28-2015, 03:30 AM

Sorry I have a manual, wasn't sure what you were talking about.
I didn't think there was a auto upgrade that can handle 650 hp

JD75 · 03-28-2015, 04:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NewHotness

Thats awesome news! Well done to all involved.

Cant wait for pics and results.

Well unfortunately mate the "awesome news" was in the end NOT so awesome.

Literally the night prior to Ian's car going into Advan I received an email from the guys in WA stating that they had made an error with regards their fitment assessment and in short the rear turbo inlet pipe would not fit without extensive modification.

Anyway not to worry as I never thought it would work and as previously stated I was somewhat shocked to hear that it was sorted, so easy come easy go.

JD75 · 03-28-2015, 05:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CashedUpBogan

Now if only the upcoming RB Evos could be fit onto RHD

With regards the Super RB Evolution turbochargers Rob has gone on to say that whilst he will supply the Super RB Evo kit to RHD customers he will not be held responsible for associated fitment issues and should by some small miracle the turbo inlet and compressor discharge plumbing fit without modification, the onus is on the customer to ensure suitable steering assembly clearance as the kit was not intended for use in a RHD application.

Given the substantially increased pipe diameter associated with the true TD04 compressor housing I don't see how Rob's turbo inlet pipe and compressor discharge plumbing solution will bolt up without fouling on the steering assembly.

The way to go about RHD fitment would be to bolt up the Super RB Evo turbocharger hardware (minus the plumbing) to the cylinder head and fabricate an inlet and discharge pipework solution from scratch.

JD75 · 03-28-2015, 05:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bradsm87

Any pics of TFT intakes on RHD yet?

There is not much to be seen as yet mate, the kit save the rear section of the rear turbo inlet pipe will be identical to the pics that have previously been posted in this thread.

JD75 · 03-28-2015, 05:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jackscolon

this is too cool, glad to see it is working on a RHD. Such a pitty about the Super RB's though

Please refer to my recent posts regarding TFT RHD fitment and Super RB Evo compatibility.

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JD75 JDTuning 216 Rep 907 Posts Drives: G20 M340i xDrive,G80 M3 xDrive Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Sydney iTrader: (1)	Hey guys, a quick update with regards the RHD compatibility of the TFT intake/turbo inlet kit, I'm very happy to say that based on initial reports from a RB powered N54 owner in WA, the rear turbo inlet pipe whilst certainly being a tight fit was able to be installed without modification to the pipe, wow! With some finessing of the rear turbo inlet snout silicone coupler as per Brian's recommendation, it would appear the RHD fitment concerns have been addressed. I am pretty shocked to say the least as Peter and I both thought that some relief of the rear pipe would be required as a minimum, but hey sometimes things just work out for the best, sweet! Ian's car will be going into Advan performance soon for fitment of his TFT kit, I have a few install pics coming from the super keen first adopter in WA but I'll document the whole install process and finished result thoroughly once Ian's car goes under the knife. Whilst Ian had initially been lined up as the first RHD "guinea pig", due to a change of circumstances the first complete kit went to the WA customer, but I'm sure Ian will be very pleased to know that the install at Advan should be smooth sailing. Thanks, JD.
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