[FuzzyFish]

Hi guys,

I have a RWD manual 335i and is looking for a charge pipe. With so many different options out there, are there some that are better than the rest and some to avoid? I know Evolution Racewerks is very popular, but also one of the most expensive.

So here are my questions.

1) There are some that have 2 aluminum pipes connected by a silicon coupler, like these:

https://burgertuning.com/products/bm...14559281643635

https://amtuning.ca/cts-turbo-f20-f3...t-for-rwd.html

https://www.ecstuning.com/b-vrsf-par...t~dk/?pdk=AgEB

https://www.armmotorsports.com/produ...harge-pipe-rwd

Then there are the ones with an aluminum pipe and a long silicon pipe:

https://www.ecstuning.com/b-turner-m...024592tms01kt/

https://www.protuningfreaks.com/coll...13-n20-n26-n55

Which is better? Does one type fit better than the other? Does it even matter?

2) Does the size of the piping matter? Some like the VRSF, ARM and Pro Tuning Freaks's pipes are 3", while others like the Turner one is 2.85".

3) With those questions asked, which brand should I consider and which to avoid? Any experience with fitment for any of these pipes?

Thanks everyone!

[alohasurftoad]

FTP Motorsport

[thejeremyman9]

The last two you linked are the newest and the rarest. Very little user feedback on those.

From a flow perspective you want the largest diameter possible. No idea why turner would make theirs smaller.

Your links also dont consider FTP, which is a pretty common low price option, or MAD, which is a newer option that is cheap but less user feedback.

[AmuroRay]

ER or Mad

[thejeremyman9]

Originally Posted by AmuroRay

ER or Mad

+1 for the gold heat wrap.

[FuzzyFish]

Thanks for all the feedback guys!

[dangerus_car]

Originally Posted by AmuroRay

ER or Mad

Originally Posted by thejeremyman9

+1 for the gold heat wrap.

why? is it expensive?

[mike@x-ph.com]

The best one is the Evolution Racewerks charge pipe - it's the only one made in the US, and the quality of its finish is unparalleled.

You might want to consider the MAD charge pipes for the best value. It's the least expensive option with a lifetime warranty and proven fitment.

Several other excellent options exist, including those from BMS, FTP, and PTF.

Unfortunately, I'm not as familiar with the additional options you mentioned.

[thejeremyman9]

Originally Posted by dangerus_car

why? is it expensive?

huh? the gold heat wrap is not expensive but i dont think that's what you were asking