E90 N55 Filtered Air Pipe?

fmarsjr · 05-06-2020, 11:04 AM

From my search, there appears to be no aftermarket alternative, maybe some of you can help me out.

I am currently in the process of going FBO, and to avoid cracked pipes in the future, my goal is to upgrade all intercooler/intake piping.

I ordered the VRSF 7.5" Intercooler kit, Chargepipe, Outlet, and Inlet, along with a BMS Intake. What I came to realize is that it seems the only thing left is the pipe labeled as #6 in the diagram I attached.

Does anyone know of an aftermarket/upgrade for this pipe?

Also, if I am missing anything else please feel free to chime in, any helpful input would be appreciated!

ewicky · 05-06-2020, 11:16 AM

If your only concern is cracked pipes, then you don't have to worry because that pipe isn't pressurized. Just sayin

JUMAS · 05-06-2020, 11:54 AM

you can get an injen intake if youre that concerned about it, idk that you can find any options where they're just selling you the pipe.

TheGoodTheBadTheUgly · 05-06-2020, 12:17 PM

No point in switching this pipe since it is used to circulate air at atmospheric pressure in the compressor inlet, meaning in no way it can crack.

While the Injen Intake replaces that pipe, it is also a fully metal pipped one, thus increasing the heat accumulation along the whole intake conduit.

Keep that in mind and proceed to what choice you think is good for you.

fmarsjr · 05-06-2020, 12:26 PM

Good points, I'll leave it as is, thanks.

Another quick question, does the VRSF inlet/outlet require any modification? Or are they direct bolt on's?

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fmarsjr New Member 7 Rep 20 Posts Drives: 2011 BMW 335i Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: NY iTrader: (0)	E90 N55 Filtered Air Pipe? From my search, there appears to be no aftermarket alternative, maybe some of you can help me out. I am currently in the process of going FBO, and to avoid cracked pipes in the future, my goal is to upgrade all intercooler/intake piping. I ordered the VRSF 7.5" Intercooler kit, Chargepipe, Outlet, and Inlet, along with a BMS Intake. What I came to realize is that it seems the only thing left is the pipe labeled as #6 in the diagram I attached. Does anyone know of an aftermarket/upgrade for this pipe? Also, if I am missing anything else please feel free to chime in, any helpful input would be appreciated! Attached Images
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ewicky Lieutenant 204 Rep 525 Posts Drives: '07 335xi 4D AT Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Seattle, WA iTrader: (0)	If your only concern is cracked pipes, then you don't have to worry because that pipe isn't pressurized. Just sayin
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JUMAS Private First Class 39 Rep 161 Posts Drives: 2011 335i Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Tampa iTrader: (0)	you can get an injen intake if youre that concerned about it, idk that you can find any options where they're just selling you the pipe.
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TheGoodTheBadTheUgly Captain 256 Rep 672 Posts Drives: 2011 E90 335i xDrive Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Gatineau iTrader: (0)	No point in switching this pipe since it is used to circulate air at atmospheric pressure in the compressor inlet, meaning in no way it can crack. While the Injen Intake replaces that pipe, it is also a fully metal pipped one, thus increasing the heat accumulation along the whole intake conduit. Keep that in mind and proceed to what choice you think is good for you. __________________ TOTALED \| 2011 E90 335i xDrive - BMS Cold Air Intake - ETS Charge Pipe - ETS 7" FMIC - MHD Stage 2+ - GFB DV+ - PE Mod - VRSF Catless Downpipe - xDelete - xHP Stage 3 2015 E84 X1 35i M-Sport
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fmarsjr New Member 7 Rep 20 Posts Drives: 2011 BMW 335i Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: NY iTrader: (0)	Good points, I'll leave it as is, thanks. Another quick question, does the VRSF inlet/outlet require any modification? Or are they direct bolt on's?
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