First ever? E90 M3 Microfilter cowl/covers on a 335i!!!!

Agent11br · 02-24-2014, 02:09 PM

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Originally Posted by 1QuikWS6

You can re-use your original hood seal - they are the same part number 64316935369

awesome, thanks!

I've had mine sitting since last fall to install. Hopefully things warm up here at some point in MI.

1QuikWS6 · 02-24-2014, 02:11 PM

I'm in the same boat here in Western PA - I got a boatload of shit setting here in boxes to install & parts to get painted - it's killing me looking at the stuff but having to wait

1QuikWS6 · 02-24-2014, 02:15 PM

After finding the M3 mod - I wish I would have waited on done it instead

But at this point I spent good $$ on CF Microfilter Housing, ECU Cover, & Brake Reservoir Cover + I just bought a new cowl base since those friggen clips that hold the bridge containing the cables all but one busted and the thing was hanging down onto the engine...

robc1976 · 03-23-2014, 02:34 AM

Old thread revival! I run without a cowl, main reason is for extra air flow and I like the sound. I gene no issues keeping engine bay clean...I have a few questions for those who have done this mod.

1. I would not use the hood seal since I want more air flow & sound...did this setup allow more sound and air?

2. When raining does it drain water? That is the only time I use my cowl lol!

lito · 03-23-2014, 07:46 AM

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Originally Posted by lito

heres mine I skinned with real cf. Dont mind the dull look, still need to clear coat them.

after clear coated and polished

robc1976 · 03-23-2014, 12:38 PM

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Originally Posted by lito

after clear coated and polished

That is sweet!

robc1976 · 03-29-2014, 12:34 AM

Are any of the plastic bolts needed for this mod? Do we must reuse our bolts?

robc1976 · 03-29-2014, 12:45 AM

I have ran without filters for about a year, I just want this for looks, can I run this without the filters if I wish?

Rob.K · 03-31-2014, 05:06 PM

Has anybody with a 135i tried this? I ask because the part numbers for the cowl piece are different for the 1 and 3 series. Thanks!

tinnsoldaten · 07-09-2014, 02:34 PM

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Originally Posted by lito

after clear coated and polished

This is what I will be aiming for , I got the Afe stage 2 cold sealed CAI.
And M3 strut brace

Love the CF layer on covers and intake snorkel+ duct

lito · 07-09-2014, 02:52 PM

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Originally Posted by tinnsoldaten

This is what I will be aiming for , I got the Afe stage 2 cold sealed CAI.
And M3 strut brace

Love the CF layer on covers and intake snorkel+ duct

This is how she looks now

robc1976 · 07-09-2014, 07:45 PM

Here is mine

ctglass · 07-10-2014, 09:45 AM

Does the cowl for the 335 serve any structural purpose? Am I losing anything by updating to the M3 cowl? Also, where do the 2 sensors go that sit in the 335 cowl? I believe they may be air temp and air pressure, but who knows?

dragazn · 07-10-2014, 01:45 PM

pulled the trigger on this as well, got parts from getbmwparts for 130.xx shipped and pick up mann filter from amazon for 50

robc1976 · 07-10-2014, 02:17 PM

One of my favorite mods

07-28-2014, 09:15 AM

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Originally Posted by E90Ryan

M3 cowl over the BMS filters, still keeps the factory look and improves it for us non-M owners. Pardon the dirty ass engine bay, spring cleaning soon..

Just to confirm, the BMS filters WILL fit under the M3 cowls? If so, is it a straight drop in or do the cowls and/or filters have to modified in any kind of way?

Thanks!

Agent11br · 07-29-2014, 11:12 AM

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Originally Posted by ctglass

Does the cowl for the 335 serve any structural purpose? Am I losing anything by updating to the M3 cowl? Also, where do the 2 sensors go that sit in the 335 cowl? I believe they may be air temp and air pressure, but who knows?

I don't believe it serves anything structurally, it's hard plastic. The pollen sensor (pass side) and hood sensor (drivers side, if you have an alarm) go back close to their respective places. The pollen sensor does need the wiring extended a bit.

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Originally Posted by FCobra94

Just to confirm, the BMS filters WILL fit under the M3 cowls? If so, is it a straight drop in or do the cowls and/or filters have to modified in any kind of way?

Thanks!

Assuming you are referring to the dual cone filters and NOT the BMS cowl filters. Yes, they will fit. You can an incredible amount of more room in the engine bay and do not have to remove the cowl anymore to get access to the rear filter clamp, an OCC if you are running one, etc.

mustangivore · 08-26-2014, 11:48 PM

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Originally Posted by E90Ryan

M3 cowl over the BMS filters, still keeps the factory look and improves it for us non-M owners. Pardon the dirty ass engine bay, spring cleaning soon..

So I discovered this thread AFTER I already ordered the BMS Cowl Filters. Are you saying I could still use the BMS Cowl Filters under the M3 cowl, and not have to buy separate filters specific for the M3 Cowl?

If so, would I still need all six of these parts?
64-31-6-958-817 Filter housing lower, w/M3 Left $26.56
64-31-6-958-818 Filter housing lower, w/M3 Right $26.56
64-31-6-958-815 Filter housing upper, w/M3 Left $53.49 higher than expected
64-31-6-958-816 Filter housing upper, w/M3 Right $53.49 higher than expected
64-31-9-144-869 Side cover w/M3 Left $7.92
64-31-9-144-870 Side cover w/M3 Right $7.92

Are the side covers really necessary? Do they help the housing to lock in? At first I thought they covered the DME and Brake Fluid reservoir similar to the OEM covers, but a closeup on ecs shows otherwise (looks sort of like outer shell like a license plate holder).

Anyway, total is a bit high at ~ $170. Maybe good X-mas gift from the wife...For now, I may stick to the BMS Cowl Filters and leave the OEM side covers in place with the HVAC system (my only concern is water getting in DME area if by chance it's not perfectly sealed with the JB4 harness installed). Should still remove some obstruction for increased sound. Opinions?

UMich_335i · 09-09-2014, 01:40 PM

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Originally Posted by robc1976

Here is mine

robc1976 · 09-09-2014, 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by UMich_335i

Thanks!

Greatdane84 · 10-03-2014, 04:43 PM

Hmm...

I'm on Tomkinsonbmwparts site and i'm getting close to $200 BEFORE filters for this retrofit.. Anyone able to point me in a direct closer to $100...

linn · 12-02-2014, 09:07 AM

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Originally Posted by RunFat

So I discovered this thread AFTER I already ordered the BMS Cowl Filters. Are you saying I could still use the BMS Cowl Filters under the M3 cowl, and not have to buy separate filters specific for the M3 Cowl?

If so, would I still need all six of these parts?
64-31-6-958-817 Filter housing lower, w/M3 Left $26.56
64-31-6-958-818 Filter housing lower, w/M3 Right $26.56
64-31-6-958-815 Filter housing upper, w/M3 Left $53.49 higher than expected
64-31-6-958-816 Filter housing upper, w/M3 Right $53.49 higher than expected
64-31-9-144-869 Side cover w/M3 Left $7.92
64-31-9-144-870 Side cover w/M3 Right $7.92

Are the side covers really necessary? Do they help the housing to lock in? At first I thought they covered the DME and Brake Fluid reservoir similar to the OEM covers, but a closeup on ecs shows otherwise (looks sort of like outer shell like a license plate holder).

Anyway, total is a bit high at ~ $170. Maybe good X-mas gift from the wife...For now, I may stick to the BMS Cowl Filters and leave the OEM side covers in place with the HVAC system (my only concern is water getting in DME area if by chance it's not perfectly sealed with the JB4 harness installed). Should still remove some obstruction for increased sound. Opinions?

64-31-6-958-817 Filter housing lower, w/M3 Left $26.56
64-31-6-958-818 Filter housing lower, w/M3 Right $26.56
64-31-9-144-869 Side cover w/M3 Left $7.92
64-31-9-144-870 Side cover w/M3 Right $7.92

This is what I'm thinking about doing since I just ordered the BMS cowl filters.

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1QuikWS6 No 55mph 1621 Rep 8,476 Posts Drives: F32 435ix MSport Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Blitzburgh, PA iTrader: (113) Garage List 2022 BMW M440ix Vert [0.00] 2015 BMW 435ix MSport [0.00] 2000 Pontiac Trans Am [0.00]	After finding the M3 mod - I wish I would have waited on done it instead But at this point I spent good $$ on CF Microfilter Housing, ECU Cover, & Brake Reservoir Cover + I just bought a new cowl base since those friggen clips that hold the bridge containing the cables all but one busted and the thing was hanging down onto the engine... __________________ F32 435ix//MGM//M Sport-Prem-Tech-Driver Assist-Lighting-Cold Weather-Dyn Handling Pkgs//M4 Black Lthr Int w/M4 Alum Blade Trim//HK w/Bavsound Stg3//763M//M4 Euro LCI Tails//M4 Mirrors w/CF Covers//AWCarbon CF F/R Spoilers-Side Splitters-Diffuser 6WB/ID6 HU+HUD/IND M4 Alcantara Armrest//PURE S2 Turbo//AA FMIC+DP//ER CP+TIC//3.5bar TMAP/TS DV//AWE Tuning Exh w/Blk Tips//Turner MS CF Intake//BM3 Cary Jordan Tune//MPerf Diff//PrecRW Ignition Kit
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03-23-2014, 02:34 AM	#114
robc1976 DIYER 614 Rep 5,521 Posts Drives: E90 335i Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Illinois iTrader: (14)	Old thread revival! I run without a cowl, main reason is for extra air flow and I like the sound. I gene no issues keeping engine bay clean...I have a few questions for those who have done this mod. 1. I would not use the hood seal since I want more air flow & sound...did this setup allow more sound and air? 2. When raining does it drain water? That is the only time I use my cowl lol! __________________ JB4 G5, Stage 3 LPFP, Stage 2 MOTIV PI, VM 6466 ST, Custom OCC W/ SS lines, ER FMIC, ER CP W/HKS BOV, M3 control arms, M3 guide rods, M3 upper links, M3 front & rear sway-bars, HPA rear toe arms, Wavetrac LSD, HPF Gen 2, DEFIV kit, KW clubsport, Delrin solid SF bushings, stoptech rotors, Rogue Tranny Mounts, 1M bumper, M3 CF hood, M3 fenders, M3 OEM sideskirts, Mtech rear bumper, CSL trunk, MORR VS8.2 rims 245/295
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03-29-2014, 12:34 AM	#117
robc1976 DIYER 614 Rep 5,521 Posts Drives: E90 335i Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Illinois iTrader: (14)	Are any of the plastic bolts needed for this mod? Do we must reuse our bolts? __________________ JB4 G5, Stage 3 LPFP, Stage 2 MOTIV PI, VM 6466 ST, Custom OCC W/ SS lines, ER FMIC, ER CP W/HKS BOV, M3 control arms, M3 guide rods, M3 upper links, M3 front & rear sway-bars, HPA rear toe arms, Wavetrac LSD, HPF Gen 2, DEFIV kit, KW clubsport, Delrin solid SF bushings, stoptech rotors, Rogue Tranny Mounts, 1M bumper, M3 CF hood, M3 fenders, M3 OEM sideskirts, Mtech rear bumper, CSL trunk, MORR VS8.2 rims 245/295
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03-29-2014, 12:45 AM	#118
robc1976 DIYER 614 Rep 5,521 Posts Drives: E90 335i Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Illinois iTrader: (14)	I have ran without filters for about a year, I just want this for looks, can I run this without the filters if I wish? __________________ JB4 G5, Stage 3 LPFP, Stage 2 MOTIV PI, VM 6466 ST, Custom OCC W/ SS lines, ER FMIC, ER CP W/HKS BOV, M3 control arms, M3 guide rods, M3 upper links, M3 front & rear sway-bars, HPA rear toe arms, Wavetrac LSD, HPF Gen 2, DEFIV kit, KW clubsport, Delrin solid SF bushings, stoptech rotors, Rogue Tranny Mounts, 1M bumper, M3 CF hood, M3 fenders, M3 OEM sideskirts, Mtech rear bumper, CSL trunk, MORR VS8.2 rims 245/295
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03-31-2014, 05:06 PM	#119
Rob.K Private First Class 92 Rep 181 Posts Drives: 08 135i, 08 4.8i X5 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Edmonton, AB iTrader: (3)	Has anybody with a 135i tried this? I ask because the part numbers for the cowl piece are different for the 1 and 3 series. Thanks! __________________ 2008 135i 6MT \| - Current 2007 335xi AT \| 12.1@117 - Sold
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07-09-2014, 07:45 PM	#122
robc1976 DIYER 614 Rep 5,521 Posts Drives: E90 335i Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Illinois iTrader: (14)	Here is mine Attached Images __________________ JB4 G5, Stage 3 LPFP, Stage 2 MOTIV PI, VM 6466 ST, Custom OCC W/ SS lines, ER FMIC, ER CP W/HKS BOV, M3 control arms, M3 guide rods, M3 upper links, M3 front & rear sway-bars, HPA rear toe arms, Wavetrac LSD, HPF Gen 2, DEFIV kit, KW clubsport, Delrin solid SF bushings, stoptech rotors, Rogue Tranny Mounts, 1M bumper, M3 CF hood, M3 fenders, M3 OEM sideskirts, Mtech rear bumper, CSL trunk, MORR VS8.2 rims 245/295
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07-10-2014, 09:45 AM	#123
ctglass Second Lieutenant 12 Rep 216 Posts Drives: '08 335xi e90 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Northern Virginia iTrader: (5)	Does the cowl for the 335 serve any structural purpose? Am I losing anything by updating to the M3 cowl? Also, where do the 2 sensors go that sit in the 335 cowl? I believe they may be air temp and air pressure, but who knows?
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07-10-2014, 01:45 PM	#124
dragazn Major 43 Rep 1,071 Posts Drives: i Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: "" iTrader: (1) Garage List 2008 BMW 335i [5.76]	pulled the trigger on this as well, got parts from getbmwparts for 130.xx shipped and pick up mann filter from amazon for 50
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07-10-2014, 02:17 PM	#125
robc1976 DIYER 614 Rep 5,521 Posts Drives: E90 335i Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Illinois iTrader: (14)	One of my favorite mods __________________ JB4 G5, Stage 3 LPFP, Stage 2 MOTIV PI, VM 6466 ST, Custom OCC W/ SS lines, ER FMIC, ER CP W/HKS BOV, M3 control arms, M3 guide rods, M3 upper links, M3 front & rear sway-bars, HPA rear toe arms, Wavetrac LSD, HPF Gen 2, DEFIV kit, KW clubsport, Delrin solid SF bushings, stoptech rotors, Rogue Tranny Mounts, 1M bumper, M3 CF hood, M3 fenders, M3 OEM sideskirts, Mtech rear bumper, CSL trunk, MORR VS8.2 rims 245/295
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10-03-2014, 04:43 PM	#131
Greatdane84 Leeeroy Jankins 31 Rep 423 Posts Drives: 335i e90 LCI Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: SW Florida iTrader: (2) Garage List 2009 335i [10.00]	Hmm... I'm on Tomkinsonbmwparts site and i'm getting close to $200 BEFORE filters for this retrofit.. Anyone able to point me in a direct closer to $100... __________________ e90 LCI w/ -= VRSF 7" FMIC =- -= Cobb: Stg1 +FMIC Aggressive ST =- Last Install: BMS DCI + Caliper/Drum Paint "If you're not 1st, you're last" -Ricky Bobby
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