What FMIC is best for my soon to be 2011 E90 335i?

stupy · 08-25-2021, 03:59 PM

I plan on running stock turbo for a while FYI.

Yotaismygame · 08-25-2021, 05:27 PM

The ARM 5" intercooler is a direct bolt on deal. Worked fine for me on stage 2+. Lot of options out there.

stupy · 08-25-2021, 06:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Yotaismygame

The ARM 5" intercooler is a direct bolt on deal. Worked fine for me on stage 2+. Lot of options out there.

I’ll be sure to check out ARM! Thank you! With the 5’ FMIC, you didn’t need to cut any factory parts in order to fit it in?

Yotaismygame · 08-26-2021, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by stupy

I’ll be sure to check out ARM! Thank you! With the 5’ FMIC, you didn’t need to cut any factory parts in order to fit it in?

Nope. Straight bolt on, super easy install.

mike@x-ph.com · 08-26-2021, 10:49 AM

Our most popular choice currently is the MAD intercooler. They are offered in 5" and 7.5" race core

The second most popular are the Wagners

Third, are the ARM intercoolers

We have got all three brands in stock

Info@mad-us.com · 08-26-2021, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by stupy

I plan on running stock turbo for a while FYI.

Check out our 5 Inch intercooler it's got a high density core and direct replacement fitment. As a bonus it's also currently on sale with free shipping!

5 inch stepped core

https://mad-us.com/mad-013-mad-bmw-e...-stepped-core/

7 inch stepped core

https://mad-us.com/mad-bmw-7-5-stepp...55-135-1m-335/

Ozzie335i · 08-27-2021, 06:17 PM

stupy, unless you are going to go all hog wild on the power upgrades, the 5" will suffice.

mike@x-ph.com · 08-28-2021, 10:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Ozzie335i

stupy, unless you are going to go all hog wild on the power upgrades, the 5" will suffice.

+1

RegWavy · 08-28-2021, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by mike@x-ph.com

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Originally Posted by Ozzie335i

stupy, unless you are going to go all hog wild on the power upgrades, the 5" will suffice.

+1

FMIC for sale if interest

whyzee125 · 08-28-2021, 12:52 PM

The CXracing intercooler is the best one out there for IATs.

wheela · 08-28-2021, 10:15 PM

I got the wagner evo 1 and am happy with it. It fit well, no cutting or trimming required. A trade off with intercoolers is that bigger units present a bigger air volume to pressurize between your turbo and your cylinders = laggier. You might not notice, but unless you plan on driving really aggressively for extended periods (tracking) your probably better off not getting a gigantic intercooler.

mike@x-ph.com · 08-29-2021, 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by wheela

I got the wagner evo 1 and am happy with it. It fit well, no cutting or trimming required. A trade off with intercoolers is that bigger units present a bigger air volume to pressurize between your turbo and your cylinders = laggier. You might not notice, but unless you plan on driving really aggressively for extended periods (tracking) your probably better off not getting a gigantic intercooler.

+1 for Wagner EVO I for a daily driver , one of the most popular intercoolers

Welcome to NBA Jam · 08-29-2021, 10:06 AM

Go with the one easiest to install. You'll never know the difference when driving, but you'll drive yourself nuts during the install trying to cut things off and get a good seal with silicone couplers. Get something that literally snaps in with the OEM connections. If I had to do it all over again I would do that instead.

mike@x-ph.com · 08-31-2021, 08:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Welcome to NBA Jam

Go with the one easiest to install. You'll never know the difference when driving, but you'll drive yourself nuts during the install trying to cut things off and get a good seal with silicone couplers. Get something that literally snaps in with the OEM connections. If I had to do it all over again I would do that instead.

+1 a direct-fit 5" intercooler will be a major upgrade over stock and is very easy to install.

Some of the options:

Wagner EVO 1
MAD 5"
ARM 5"
BMS replacement intercooler
CTS Intercooler

BazIRL · 09-05-2021, 02:53 PM

Got a CSF from X-PH, temps never rise on a pull and decrease a couple of degrees in colder weather. Anything is better than stock really

mike@x-ph.com · 09-06-2021, 08:27 AM

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Originally Posted by BazIRL

Got a CSF from X-PH, temps never rise on a pull and decrease a couple of degrees in colder weather. Anything is better than stock really

Glad you are happy with the CSF intercooler

WOT808 · 09-13-2021, 10:07 AM

VRSF or BMS 7.5" will keep IATs in check. They require a little more cutting to the plastic shroud above the stock FMIC than other options but totally worth it. The only FMIC you'll need.

mike@x-ph.com · 09-13-2021, 11:53 AM

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Originally Posted by WOT808

VRSF or BMS 7.5" will keep IATs in check. They require a little more cutting to the plastic shroud above the stock FMIC than other options but totally worth it. The only FMIC you'll need.

the 7"+ intercoolers are great for stage 2+ applications, MAD Race with their high-density core and Wagner Tuning EVO III are great options as well for that kind of power

E90335iM · 09-16-2021, 10:59 AM

CSF isnt a good choice?

mike@x-ph.com · 09-16-2021, 11:48 AM

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CSF isnt a good choice?

its actually a really good cooler, it's ~5.5"

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wheela Captain 267 Rep 683 Posts Drives: 2015 BMW X1 35i M-sport Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: Twin Cities MN iTrader: (0)	I got the wagner evo 1 and am happy with it. It fit well, no cutting or trimming required. A trade off with intercoolers is that bigger units present a bigger air volume to pressurize between your turbo and your cylinders = laggier. You might not notice, but unless you plan on driving really aggressively for extended periods (tracking) your probably better off not getting a gigantic intercooler.
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Welcome to NBA Jam Is it the shoes!? 3884 Rep 5,112 Posts Drives: (Sold) 2011 E92 335i ZMP 6MT Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: USA iTrader: (1)	Go with the one easiest to install. You'll never know the difference when driving, but you'll drive yourself nuts during the install trying to cut things off and get a good seal with silicone couplers. Get something that literally snaps in with the OEM connections. If I had to do it all over again I would do that instead.
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BazIRL New Member 5 Rep 8 Posts Drives: 2010 E92 335i DCT Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Ireland iTrader: (0)	Got a CSF from X-PH, temps never rise on a pull and decrease a couple of degrees in colder weather. Anything is better than stock really
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WOT808 Private 214 Rep 96 Posts Drives: F80 and F15 Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: NC iTrader: (0)	VRSF or BMS 7.5" will keep IATs in check. They require a little more cutting to the plastic shroud above the stock FMIC than other options but totally worth it. The only FMIC you'll need.
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