AMS intercooler design for the 335/135 - Page 3 - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

Nebster · 02-16-2009, 06:58 PM

was just there today and saw the styrafoam / cast ends and this is a bulky little piece. Engineering said it was about 3 months out which puts us right at summer.

I'll let eric talk about it though

JoosyJoos · 02-24-2009, 10:40 PM

Any updates for this week?

kenneth · 02-24-2009, 10:47 PM

There is a Helix group buy going on in the Sponsors section! sorry AMS can't wait.

lostkhan · 02-25-2009, 02:39 PM

anything to take away the limp mode

A418t81 · 02-25-2009, 06:39 PM

Looking forward to completion, I'll be picking one up. Enjoyed my AMS 35R setup on my previous Evo.

Eric@AMS · 02-27-2009, 11:27 AM

As Nebster said we are planning on having this available in the next three months. Casting takes a while so as much as I would love to get one quicker...its just not likely.

Eric

NMS335 · 02-27-2009, 12:50 PM

Eric, is there any chance of you guys doing a group buy + discount if you buy your exhaust/dp combo and intercooler all at once? Do you think any of this could include free installation if we were to bring our cars up to the shop?

Eric@AMS · 02-27-2009, 03:35 PM

possibly, as we get closer to releasing them I will work something up for everyone.

Eric

AV9 · 02-27-2009, 09:13 PM

i think i'll wait for this IC...although the helix one is pretty tempting...i just hope this product exceeds my expectations!

kkajvr6 · 02-27-2009, 10:40 PM

Intercoolers are the hot item this year so far. Should be interesting to see when it all finished.

Eric@AMS · 04-10-2009, 05:15 PM

Well we got out test core in and our cast end tank prototypes are almost done. Sometime next week we hope to have them welded up and installed on the car for a test. If all goes well we might have units to sell is as early as 6 weeks.

Me holding up the core with Drew (engineer) Showing his approval

(please excuse the candid setting that is my office haha)

Beefy CORE! 6" x 6" and 20" wide. based on volume is should support over 500whp or up to 650 engine HP.
(probably should not of used my bear paws as an example lmao!)

Cast End tank sample shots sent to us from our foundry. The design was changed a bit as you can see as now we have monster 3" entry and exit pipes. This should allow us to run some larger IC piping

We also went down to a 20" wide core as the extra core width was really not needed at at 20" it fits in there nice and snug

I am starting to get excited. This coupled with a new upper IC pipe and upgraded BOV/diverter should give our project 335i a good kick in the pants and prepare it for the upgraded FP turbos

335SWEETNESS · 04-10-2009, 05:28 PM

Good Stuff AMS...... Keep up the good work!

335iheLLraiseR · 04-10-2009, 05:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Eric@AMS

I am starting to get excited. This coupled with a new upper IC pipe and upgraded BOV/diverter should give our project 335i a good kick in the pants and prepare it for the upgraded FP turbos

huh? what upgraded turbos from FP?

CanadianTSi · 04-10-2009, 05:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 335iheLLraiseR

huh? what upgraded turbos from FP?

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=242805

GGreek5 · 04-10-2009, 05:46 PM

SICKKKKKKK!! Cant wait. Nice colors in your ink Eric.

Eric@AMS · 04-10-2009, 05:49 PM

lol, thanks. When most people meet me for the first time they are usually shocked that I have two sleeves but they get used to it quick.

The left arm is all auto orientated. piston, rod, Drag tree, Road race burms, Autocross cones, gas can, Turbo, Exhaust valve etc etc its still just a work in progress. Lots more hours ahead of me in that arm. Just the outline and blue race gas (background) is done on the arm.

RiXst3r · 04-10-2009, 06:06 PM

Very nice... looking forward to this and all your products.

Its nice to see this level of attention to detail in 335 mods... why settle for anything less than CAD 3d designed cast parts. It will make this kit rock solid with zero inconsistencies between units... I like...

this is a BMW after all... it should have perfect fit and finish... so far that looks to be the case

midlife · 04-10-2009, 06:17 PM

quick question guys:

your IC is small enough to run fine with stock turbos, but large enough to handle 650 crank HP ?
i would be very curious to see your pressure drop numbers at say 425 crank hp and 650 crank hp.

.

A418t81 · 04-10-2009, 06:27 PM

Look forward to it

GQ 335i · 04-11-2009, 10:47 PM

^ +1

Spydeputy · 04-12-2009, 05:45 AM

let us all know ASAP, this is a Hot Topic, and many are ready to buy now. as you can read if anyone has been following this forum lately. it seems it is all anyone is writing about. your target group is right on for me, and i guess many other. running stock Turbo's, w/ no tune, or slight tune upgrades. and w/ the warmer weather comming we want our BMW's running cool as can be.

remember price is going to play a big part too, a good intro price will be warmly welcomed
completion is a healthy environment, keep up the great work.

Zeph · 04-12-2009, 12:15 PM

I am sooo close to possibly buying the Helix unit, still kinda waiting on this AMS one for testing and installation instructions... but it is getting pretty warm outside and I just don't know if it is going to really be worth the wait for a more expensive FMIC that may or may not really perform any better. Just dunno? Quality is very important to me but I just don't see any problems with the Helix product for reliability, etc.

02-16-2009, 06:58 PM	#45
Nebster Brigadier General Drives: E92 BMW 335i Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Plainfield, IL Posts: 3,608 iTrader: (4)	was just there today and saw the styrafoam / cast ends and this is a bulky little piece. Engineering said it was about 3 months out which puts us right at summer. I'll let eric talk about it though __________________ detailing in the greater chicago area. Legal Disclaimer: Anything I or anyone else says about my vehicle on this website, pertaining to modifications does not actually represent anything actually existing on my car, and thus, cannot be held against me in any issues, i.e. warranty claims, that may arise.

02-24-2009, 10:40 PM	#46
JoosyJoos Major Drives: 2008 335i Coupe Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Johns Creek, GA Posts: 1,271 iTrader: (1) Garage List 2008 BMW 335i [0.00]	Any updates for this week? __________________ Active Autowerkes Tuned 335i 1995 M3 - Work in progress track toy

02-24-2009, 10:47 PM	#47
kenneth Major General Drives: 335i Sedan Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Montreal Posts: 8,378 iTrader: (12)	There is a Helix group buy going on in the Sponsors section! sorry AMS can't wait. __________________ SB, Terra, 6MT. Only a few mods here and there.....nothing extreme!

02-25-2009, 06:39 PM	#49
A418t81 Major Drives: E92 335 M Sport 6MT Join Date: May 2007 Location: Birmingham Al Posts: 1,184 iTrader: (1) Garage List 2007 BMW E92 335 [0.00]	Looking forward to completion, I'll be picking one up. Enjoyed my AMS 35R setup on my previous Evo. __________________ 09 E92 335 M tech 6MT, Titanium Gunmetal Alufelgen SF 71s, Helix FMIC, JB4 / 2010 GTR bolt-ons, 10.72 @ 132 so far Prev: 07 Z06, 07 FBO E92 335, GT35R Evo 8

02-27-2009, 12:50 PM	#51
NMS335 NA Convert Drives: 2008 335i Coupe Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Cincinnati Posts: 190 iTrader: (1)	Eric, is there any chance of you guys doing a group buy + discount if you buy your exhaust/dp combo and intercooler all at once? Do you think any of this could include free installation if we were to bring our cars up to the shop? __________________ "Ex Vi Termini : With Strength Comes Limits"

02-25-2009, 02:39 PM	#48
lostkhan Second Lieutenant Drives: 135i Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: newyork Posts: 289 iTrader: (0)	anything to take away the limp mode

02-27-2009, 11:27 AM	#50
Eric@AMS Captain Drives: 2007 335i Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: West Chicago, IL Posts: 726 iTrader: (5)	As Nebster said we are planning on having this available in the next three months. Casting takes a while so as much as I would love to get one quicker...its just not likely. Eric

02-27-2009, 03:35 PM	#52
Eric@AMS Captain Drives: 2007 335i Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: West Chicago, IL Posts: 726 iTrader: (5)	possibly, as we get closer to releasing them I will work something up for everyone. Eric

02-27-2009, 09:13 PM	#53
AV9 Brigadier General Drives: 2009 e92 m3 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: OC Posts: 4,278 iTrader: (7)	i think i'll wait for this IC...although the helix one is pretty tempting...i just hope this product exceeds my expectations!

02-27-2009, 10:40 PM	#54
kkajvr6 Chief Drives: Dinan Stg II E90 335i '07 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 231 iTrader: (1)	Intercoolers are the hot item this year so far. Should be interesting to see when it all finished. __________________ 07' E90 335i ZSP, Step, Dinan Stg II, Forge DV, SS Brake lines, H&R Sways, KW V1, M-Tech, Black BBS CH, Alum pedals, CF, M3 spoiler, PIAA AE, GP Thunder, Blacklines, BMW Alarm, V1, EBC, RiXst3r's Boost Gauge

04-10-2009, 05:15 PM	#55
Eric@AMS Captain Drives: 2007 335i Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: West Chicago, IL Posts: 726 iTrader: (5)	Well we got out test core in and our cast end tank prototypes are almost done. Sometime next week we hope to have them welded up and installed on the car for a test. If all goes well we might have units to sell is as early as 6 weeks. Me holding up the core with Drew (engineer) Showing his approval (please excuse the candid setting that is my office haha) Beefy CORE! 6" x 6" and 20" wide. based on volume is should support over 500whp or up to 650 engine HP. (probably should not of used my bear paws as an example lmao!) Cast End tank sample shots sent to us from our foundry. The design was changed a bit as you can see as now we have monster 3" entry and exit pipes. This should allow us to run some larger IC piping We also went down to a 20" wide core as the extra core width was really not needed at at 20" it fits in there nice and snug I am starting to get excited. This coupled with a new upper IC pipe and upgraded BOV/diverter should give our project 335i a good kick in the pants and prepare it for the upgraded FP turbos

04-10-2009, 05:28 PM	#56
335SWEETNESS Watch This! Drives: 335i Coupe Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 649 iTrader: (4)	Good Stuff AMS...... Keep up the good work! __________________

04-10-2009, 05:46 PM	#59
GGreek5 Olimpiakos Drives: E90 335i Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Mass Posts: 1,242 iTrader: (10)	SICKKKKKKK!! Cant wait. Nice colors in your ink Eric.

04-10-2009, 05:49 PM	#60
Eric@AMS Captain Drives: 2007 335i Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: West Chicago, IL Posts: 726 iTrader: (5)	lol, thanks. When most people meet me for the first time they are usually shocked that I have two sleeves but they get used to it quick. The left arm is all auto orientated. piston, rod, Drag tree, Road race burms, Autocross cones, gas can, Turbo, Exhaust valve etc etc its still just a work in progress. Lots more hours ahead of me in that arm. Just the outline and blue race gas (background) is done on the arm.

04-10-2009, 06:06 PM	#61
RiXst3r Drives: www.p3cars.com Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Ohio Posts: 6,445 iTrader: (14)	Very nice... looking forward to this and all your products. Its nice to see this level of attention to detail in 335 mods... why settle for anything less than CAD 3d designed cast parts. It will make this kit rock solid with zero inconsistencies between units... I like... this is a BMW after all... it should have perfect fit and finish... so far that looks to be the case

04-10-2009, 06:17 PM	#62
midlife ocasionally in crisis Drives: '08 335i cabrio Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: .......... Posts: 2,361 iTrader: (0)	quick question guys: your IC is small enough to run fine with stock turbos, but large enough to handle 650 crank HP ? i would be very curious to see your pressure drop numbers at say 425 crank hp and 650 crank hp. . __________________ If your car isn't scary - it's just not fast enough ! RPI IC / UR catless DPs / JB3 2.0 beta / UR CAI / Quaife LSD / Snow Methanol Injection / VK oil cooler upgrade / Forge DVs / M3 rear sway / Riss catch can / Paddle shifting 6AT / M Sport steering wheel / Logic 7 / Dunlop Direzza Z1 255/235 /

04-10-2009, 06:27 PM	#63
A418t81 Major Drives: E92 335 M Sport 6MT Join Date: May 2007 Location: Birmingham Al Posts: 1,184 iTrader: (1) Garage List 2007 BMW E92 335 [0.00]	Look forward to it __________________ 09 E92 335 M tech 6MT, Titanium Gunmetal Alufelgen SF 71s, Helix FMIC, JB4 / 2010 GTR bolt-ons, 10.72 @ 132 so far Prev: 07 Z06, 07 FBO E92 335, GT35R Evo 8

04-11-2009, 10:47 PM	#64
GQ 335i Lieutenant Drives: Thinking Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Boostlandia Posts: 417 iTrader: (0)	^ +1 __________________ GQ. Look Sharp // Live Smart

04-12-2009, 05:45 AM	#65
Spydeputy Brigadier General Drives: 2012,E92,335is/2008,E90,335xi Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Harford County, Maryland Posts: 3,161 iTrader: (17) Garage List 2008 335xi [0.00] 2012 335is [1.00]	IC let us all know ASAP, this is a Hot Topic, and many are ready to buy now. as you can read if anyone has been following this forum lately. it seems it is all anyone is writing about. your target group is right on for me, and i guess many other. running stock Turbo's, w/ no tune, or slight tune upgrades. and w/ the warmer weather comming we want our BMW's running cool as can be. remember price is going to play a big part too, a good intro price will be warmly welcomed completion is a healthy environment, keep up the great work.

04-12-2009, 12:15 PM	#66
Zeph Major Drives: 2008 E92 335i 6MT SGM CR/BD Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Southeast USA Posts: 1,393 iTrader: (0)	I am sooo close to possibly buying the Helix unit, still kinda waiting on this AMS one for testing and installation instructions... but it is getting pretty warm outside and I just don't know if it is going to really be worth the wait for a more expensive FMIC that may or may not really perform any better. Just dunno? Quality is very important to me but I just don't see any problems with the Helix product for reliability, etc.

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