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Why is this intercooler so much cheaper?
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01-08-2013, 05:56 PM | #1 |
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Why is this intercooler so much cheaper?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/GSP-V1-FMIC-...00323597333%26
Would you guys own this one? My buddy has it who is a 335i nut and reads up on parts extensively but Im just curious what makes this one so much cheaper than others? |
01-08-2013, 06:02 PM | #2 |
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Where its made makes quite a difference, which will effect the quality of the core as well as the craftsmanship and weld quality.
Worm clamps are junk so you will need to replace those. Will it work, probably. Is there better, definitely. Would I buy it, never. |
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01-08-2013, 06:14 PM | #4 |
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Well then guys point me in the right direction. And this is my first vehicle with a turbo and need for intercooler. I do have a duramax but no need to mod that stuff just turn up my tuner lol
So please tell me what all the benefits to an upgrade intercooler are please |
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01-08-2013, 06:20 PM | #6 |
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This one?
http://www.vr-speed.com/performance/...-e90-e92.html? Not bad price and barely cost more than that one on ebay. Anyone have anything to say about this brand? |
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May need a built trans (auto) or clutch if you are manual though. I have no dog in the fight of intercoolers so I can't just name one out of the respect of the many manufacturers I sell for. I'll shoot you a PM with some options though. |
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01-08-2013, 07:19 PM | #11 |
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AMS is a good option as well and IMO the best FMIC on the market right now is the ER Competition FMIC (anodized black for the sexy look)
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I'm not going to be the one to start a war on which is best or better in the realm of intercoolers.
All I'm going to say is there has yet to be an aftermarket intercooler that performed worse than the OEM one our cars come with. Even the 'worse' aftermarket one still beats the OEM one by a mile. Just saying. Like Mike and Jeff have said though, you pay for what you get. |
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01-08-2013, 08:32 PM | #17 |
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If you plan on doing any type of power modding beyond stg1 type maps, either a fmic or meth is basically a must. The oe unit is insufficient.
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theres deffinitely better stuff out there save up a little and go for quality your bmw will thank you
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Question is thought are these tested to perform close to or just as good as the more expensive ones What other mods can lower engine temps or intake temps? Other than meth though |
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How so? I go to steak houses if I want a steak instead of some classy resturant where Im paying $30 for a 9oz steak, if that makes any sense.
Just cause I have the money to get the pricey ones doesn't mean I want to pour it all into mods if theres something out there that can perform and is cheaper. |
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In the end its your decision, if it was me id choose the VRSF or Helix depending upon how much i want to spend. I still havent decided lol
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