[335 oClock]

Review:

Having had this charge pipe on for a couple of months now, I decided it definitely needs a review.

Charge pipes are usually not considered a major part of modifying a car, and some people believe "anything would work, a charge pipe is a charge pipe." I beg to differ!

I chose to go with the stealth anodized black look, but it is also offered in polished. You can also get none, one, or two meth bungs, I chose to go with one 8).

The charge pipe comes with everything needed for install including four clamps, two silicone housings, cover the pipes nicely and definitely enough to ensure no leak.

I have been able to tell an increase in throttle response as well as less turbo lag with the change of my stock charge pipe to the ER pipe. The throttle response is definitely and immediately noticeable with this pipe. Its 3" aluminum piping allows for maximum flow without having to worry about any "cracks" or "leaks" from the pipe.

With or without a tune or any modifications, I would most definitely recommend this... as some peoples stock pipes are cracking with no mods! When you remove your old pipe and compare it to the ER pipe, you will know exactly what I mean. Stock pipe is too flimsy, I would say even for stock boost levels.

Install was extremely easy and it took about 40 minutes... its nice to have somebody there to hold a light while you work but it can be done alone.

The charge pipe uses the factory c-clip as well as a replica MAP sensor flange that utilizes the same factory o-ring seal, so it really is a pop out and pop in process. A couple things in the way of course, which will need to be moved/removed first.


Here are a few easy steps to install the pipe

!!!)So important it comes before #1!!! ) Take the time to remove anything that may be in your way of having good clearance and comfort in changing/modifying anything. Have proper tools. These two things cause a lot of head ache if the time isn't taken to do and will extend your head ache and your time of install by a ton!

The steps begin with the install of a new charge pipe, not removal of stock/previous charge pipe

1) fit the silicone housing (will refer to as SH) on the tube connected to your FMIC, that tube gets a bit thicker and stops the SH, slide it down until that point and stop. don't try to push it over that point, make sure all the way around it touching that point
2) put the both clamps over it (do not tighten it)
3) while holding the pipe connected to your FMIC, insert the charge pipe to the other end of the SH and adjust it by turning it to make sure that you are getting the screw place matching as well as the other end in the correct position to be put in (do not put it in yet)
3.5) this is only if you want to do it, I did not do it this way but it may help make sure the screw will be screwed in. Put either the mid-pipe support screw or some long screw in the hole made in the CP and your car to give the pipe less wiggle room
4) while holding the hose connected to your FMIC, press your charge pipe into the silicone (put some pressure in pushing back against this with the hose connected to FMIC as well to get tight fitment)
5) plug in MAP sensor
6) see that things are still aligned, pop the other end of your charge pipe in (T-Body)
7) feel around on the SH to make sure you feel both pipes are inside as much as they could be
8) clamp it down as TIGHT as you can on the charge pipe end, and as tight as you can on your FMIC pipe end (this is plastic, so be cautious)
9) tighten middle screw
10) plug in MAP sensor
11) Re-install all parts taken out or moved to do this install
12) Smile !

**I'm not responsible for any damage prior/during/after installation, or any decisions made to modify the car. Work at your own risk and a professional is always recommended. This is just my "2 cents" of the install

[PR3CI5N]

ER +1

[CPWINCH]

i think im gonna order one. Im still on my stock cp!

[335 oClock]

Originally Posted by PR3CI5N

ER +1

Originally Posted by CPWINCH

i think im gonna order one. Im still on my stock cp!

cpwinch full bolt on no charge pipe?!?! essential! you will notice your throttle response change immediately.. i could install it for you ;

btw im tryin to get a small meet in glendale area next tuesday night if you guys could make it

[CPWINCH]

Originally Posted by 335 oClock

cpwinch full bolt on no charge pipe?!?! essential! you will notice your throttle response change immediately.. i could install it for you ;

btw im tryin to get a small meet in glendale area next tuesday night if you guys could make it

that would be great. Ill let you know when i get it! I am always down. I can come with a couple of my buddies

[pjdizzle94]

Love the chargepipe never have to worry about it cracking like the stock chargepipe

[335 oClock]

Originally Posted by CPWINCH

that would be great. Ill let you know when i get it! I am always down. I can come with a couple of my buddies

sounds good- are ur buddys on the forums? post up in my thread syin ull come lets get a few cars !

[amanuuh]

man thanks to you bro i regret getting a ETS charge pipe. i think im gonna move over to ER. when i ordered my ets charge pipe they never said they wouldnt be giving me something to cover the meth bung. they said that they think people are gonna get meth right away but many people get a meth bung just in case for the future.plus they sent me a wrong size clamp.

youve sold me lol

[Tony135]

I harrassed Fred all day every day last summer for these and got them the first day it came in. I've been running it since July and love it! Top notch stuff.

[335 oClock]

Originally Posted by Amans_e90

man thanks to you bro i regret getting a ETS charge pipe. i think im gonna move over to ER. when i ordered my ets charge pipe they never said they wouldnt be giving me something to cover the meth bung. they said that they think people are gonna get meth right away but many people get a meth bung just in case for the future.plus they sent me a wrong size clamp.

youve sold me lol

Do it now!!!!!!!!! You will not regret it 8)

Originally Posted by Tony135

I harrassed Fred all day every day last summer for these and got them the first day it came in. I've been running it since July and love it! Top notch stuff.

Hahah yessir ! ER!

[PR3CI5N]

Sounds good. When and exactly where? This isn't a great weekend though since Mothers day is Sunday.

Originally Posted by 335 oClock

cpwinch full bolt on no charge pipe?!?! essential! you will notice your throttle response change immediately.. i could install it for you ;

btw im tryin to get a small meet in glendale area next tuesday night if you guys could make it

[335 oClock]

Originally Posted by PR3CI5N

Sounds good. When and exactly where? This isn't a great weekend though since Mothers day is Sunday.

what sunday ? June 3rd is the Dyno and Tuesday is the meet lol I didnt plan anything for sunday mothers day 8)

[Amlethae]

Couple of questions if anyone can chime in: With a pretty much stock car, would you see any major difference with this charge pipe? Also, is there a warranty concern with replacing the stock one with this?

[335 oClock]

Originally Posted by Amlethae

Couple of questions if anyone can chime in: With a pretty much stock car, would you see any major difference with this charge pipe? Also, is there a warranty concern with replacing the stock one with this?

Even with a stock - a charge pipe would help in throttle response as well as give you the security of your stock one not breaking - it is very easily installed and uninstalled without a trace - and I doubt any dealer would give you a problem for this part, ER offers it in black so you wont be able to tell unless you really focus on it

[eddi3B.]

i wanted to order my CP tomm. what would u guys prefer.. ER CP or BMS customworks CP?

[sy2767]

Bringing this old thread back to life, I installed my ER charge pipe today and I can't seem to get the screw into the mounting bracket so I didn't bother as I can see no harm in leaving it out. I have noticed ZERO difference in throttle response as the OP noted on his install. I did get a check engine light "half power" notice when I started my car, I checked my map connector and cleared the codes with my Accessport and when I restarted the car all was well, I guess the connector was not fully seated. Now I have no worries running Cobb and cracking the plastic stock CP.

[LMT0286]

Originally Posted by sy2767

Bringing this old thread back to life, I installed my ER charge pipe today and I can't seem to get the screw into the mounting bracket so I didn't bother as I can see no harm in leaving it out. I have noticed ZERO difference in throttle response as the OP noted on his install. I did get a check engine light "half power" notice when I started my car, I checked my map connector and cleared the codes with my Accessport and when I restarted the car all was well, I guess the connector was not fully seated. Now I have no worries running Cobb and cracking the plastic stock CP.

It sounds like you have a boost leak if you got a check engine light with half power.

[AGuyNamedGore_335i]

Originally Posted by 335 oClock

cpwinch full bolt on no charge pipe?!?! essential! you will notice your throttle response change immediately.. i could install it for you ;

btw im tryin to get a small meet in glendale area next tuesday night if you guys could make it

if your having a meet lemme know me and a few of my beamer buddys will def stop by

[mike@x-ph.com]

Thanks for the review OP
ER make a top notch charge pipe !!

[sy2767]

Originally Posted by LMT0286

It sounds like you have a boost leak if you got a check engine light with half power.

If I had a boost leak I'm assuming the check engine light would come on again after I had cleared it and tested the car again but it has not. Took it for a drive and was pretty hard on it and no reoccurring engine light so far.

[LMT0286]

Originally Posted by sy2767

If I had a boost leak I'm assuming the check engine light would come on again after I had cleared it and tested the car again but it has not. Took it for a drive and was pretty hard on it and no reoccurring engine light so far.

Yeah sounds like it's good to go then. I was under the impression you had only half engine power

[Jeff@TopGearSolutions]

Originally Posted by sy2767

If I had a boost leak I'm assuming the check engine light would come on again after I had cleared it and tested the car again but it has not. Took it for a drive and was pretty hard on it and no reoccurring engine light so far.

A minor boost leak won't show up. You need to be off a specific percentage of target boost for a sustained 3-4 seconds before it will trigger a CEL.