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There was a thread where someone had the full do88 coolers - oil and intercooler. They still got the engine too hot, and the car started to pull power. FTP hot and cold line pipes aren’t better than the stock parts, when is the last time anyone mentioned they failed? The FTP inlet is the same size as stock, a true upgrade and power adder. Just assuming because it’s a X brand doesn’t guarantee anything is actually good |
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12-28-2019, 09:13 AM | #398 | |
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12-29-2019, 03:36 AM | #401 | |
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The quality of the intercooler they sent to me was really excellent. Not sure if it is the same person you are referring to, but there was a guy that had higher coolant temps after fitting do88 parts, but that was later confirmed to be a bleeding issue - once re-bled, temps were good (in track conditions): https://f87.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...&postcount=333 Agree that the FTP inlet probably isn't worth it, compared to Pure's (which I plan to fit at some point). Can't comment on the FTP cp and boost pipes, but any CP is better than the stock item to avoid a blow out. |
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12-29-2019, 07:42 AM | #402 | |
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This was the thread on the Do88 stuff - https://f87.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...7#post24952747 Last edited by AmuroRay; 12-29-2019 at 08:01 AM.. |
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12-29-2019, 08:53 AM | #403 |
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My questions are more about the difference in prices between brands. Intercoolers range from $300 to $800.
Other than users comments, there is no way to determine why such huge disparities. And even then it is more about preferences. I would look toward a vendor like EPH to help clear up this. In addition if EPH considers one brand inferior then I would hope they stop selling it. |
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Truth is, cheaper intercoolers do not target the same audience as the more expensive ones. It depends on your mods, HP, etc... Thats why companies like VRSF and Wagner Tuning offer different tiers of intercoolers. If you need help picking the correct intercooler, send me your modifications and i can provide you with a few options
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12-29-2019, 05:00 PM | #405 |
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Do88 seems good for £550. Before that was going to go CSF.
What I meant by listing all the brands is if they are OEM copy at the attachment/mounting ends are they all inherently compatible with each other? Can I just do charge pipe and turbo inlet or should I also do turbo to Intercooler while at it? |
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12-30-2019, 03:14 AM | #406 | |
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Most people just do the charge pipe and don't change the stock boost pipe. (I have this setup now) However, if you are doing the inlet, then you really are trying to maximise all air flow, so an aftermarket boost pipe would ensure the least restriction out of the turbo and the best setup. |
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12-30-2019, 09:16 AM | #407 | |
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I've never heard or seen anyone show the a aftermarket boost pipe is larger/better flowing than stock. |
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12-30-2019, 10:36 AM | #408 | |
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12-30-2019, 10:51 AM | #411 | |
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I've been waiting for an answer to the charge pipe size a long time. Still waiting. A more efficient FMIC makes sense. Colder air is better. Thermodynamics 101. |
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12-30-2019, 12:59 PM | #413 | |
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The VRSF intercooler probably doesn't heat soak as quick as the Wagner Evo comp 2, but once it is heat soaked it should take longer to cool down. For me I was most concerned about turbo lag and liked that the Wagner would cool reasonably quick when air flowed through it when not in throttle. I hear the ATM intercooler is great though as well. |
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There's nothing worse than having your vehicle down and having to sit on your hands for an e-mail, sometimes for days.
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12-30-2019, 02:08 PM | #415 | |
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Which one is the best out of the 3? |
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12-30-2019, 05:56 PM | #416 | |
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I was comparing the different intercoolers within the same brand. Wagner EVO I performance intercoolers does not target the same audience as the Wagner EVO II Comp intercooler Wagner EVO I is the better option for a stock car, Wagner EVO II is the better option for a stage 2 . Wagner EVO III is best for upgraded turbo. Being more expensive does not mean its better. Different intercoolers are meant for different applications.
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12-31-2019, 01:41 PM | #418 |
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Just wanted to update everyone before the new year, if anyone is looking for the best performing intercooler available in terms of heat dissipation, please note that the VRSF 6.5" Race HD currently holds the N55 world record in the 1/4 mile.
Logs below, thanks to Juan over at BigBoost for trusting us with his 10 second monster. @bigboostturbo |
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