THE Chargepipe (VRSF) Issues continue

AsianBill · 10-03-2018, 01:42 PM

So I got my replacement VRSF chargepipe after waiting 2 and a half months. The fitment is still off. If my experience has told me anything avoid this company at all costs. I'm not even going to attempt to get another replacement, and will just have the part machined to fit properly. I wanted to let everyone know my experience and warn everyone of the issues I've been having

Noelified · 10-03-2018, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by AsianBill

So I got my replacement VRSF chargepipe after waiting 2 and a half months. The fitment is still off. If my experience has told me anything avoid this company at all costs. I'm not even going to attempt to get another replacement, and will just have the part machined to fit properly. I wanted to let everyone know my experience and warn everyone of the issues I've been having

Sorry to hear your patience has not paid off. How far off was it and at what end? I was really hoping and had faith they would get it corrected.

Killakittie · 10-03-2018, 02:39 PM

I'm still waiting for my refund from Mike at Extreme Powerhouse for my defective VRSF chargepipe.... Been about two months now.

AsianBill · 10-03-2018, 03:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Noelified

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Originally Posted by AsianBill

So I got my replacement VRSF chargepipe after waiting 2 and a half months. The fitment is still off. If my experience has told me anything avoid this company at all costs. I'm not even going to attempt to get another replacement, and will just have the part machined to fit properly. I wanted to let everyone know my experience and warn everyone of the issues I've been having

Sorry to hear your patience has not paid off. How far off was it and at what end? I was really hoping and had faith they would get it corrected.

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Originally Posted by D041987

Always use new gaskets or it will leak 100% as those a crush and one time use only.

Any pics of where the fitment was off? I am guessing right at the Turbo side. Seems like some companies have had fitment issues here and there with some batches so not just VRSF. Also my stock downpipe had a leak on the bottom section where it slips into the exhaust from factory and still did even after 2 new downpipes etc... Went custom and all was solved, haha.

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Originally Posted by Noelified

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Originally Posted by AsianBill

So I got my replacement VRSF chargepipe after waiting 2 and a half months. The fitment is still off. If my experience has told me anything avoid this company at all costs. I'm not even going to attempt to get another replacement, and will just have the part machined to fit properly. I wanted to let everyone know my experience and warn everyone of the issues I've been having

Sorry to hear your patience has not paid off. How far off was it and at what end? I was really hoping and had faith they would get it corrected.

The issue was initially loose fitment with the upper pipe connecting to the throttle body. This time around the issue was in the same area, but one of the cuts in the pipe to hold the pipe in place with a set of prongs was cut too small. I don't have any pictures as the shop went straight to cutting and machined it to fit.

AsianBill · 10-03-2018, 03:17 PM

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Originally Posted by D041987

Always use new gaskets or it will leak 100% as those a crush and one time use only.

Any pics of where the fitment was off? I am guessing right at the Turbo side. Seems like some companies have had fitment issues here and there with some batches so not just VRSF. Also my stock downpipe had a leak on the bottom section where it slips into the exhaust from factory and still did even after 2 new downpipes etc... Went custom and all was solved, haha.

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Originally Posted by D041987

Always use new gaskets or it will leak 100% as those a crush and one time use only.

Any pics of where the fitment was off? I am guessing right at the Turbo side. Seems like some companies have had fitment issues here and there with some batches so not just VRSF. Also my stock downpipe had a leak on the bottom section where it slips into the exhaust from factory and still did even after 2 new downpipes etc... Went custom and all was solved, haha.

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Originally Posted by Noelified

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Originally Posted by AsianBill

So I got my replacement VRSF chargepipe after waiting 2 and a half months. The fitment is still off. If my experience has told me anything avoid this company at all costs. I'm not even going to attempt to get another replacement, and will just have the part machined to fit properly. I wanted to let everyone know my experience and warn everyone of the issues I've been having

Sorry to hear your patience has not paid off. How far off was it and at what end? I was really hoping and had faith they would get it corrected.

No pictures since the piece was cut to fit immediately after I found the problem. It was the upper pipe connecting to the throttle body where I had a similar issue on my first pipe. I'm slowly learning that custom work seems to be the best bet for my car as well haha

Noelified · 10-03-2018, 08:19 PM

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Originally Posted by D041987

Always use new gaskets or it will leak 100% as those a crush and one time use only.

Any pics of where the fitment was off? I am guessing right at the Turbo side. Seems like some companies have had fitment issues here and there with some batches so not just VRSF. Also my stock downpipe had a leak on the bottom section where it slips into the exhaust from factory and still did even after 2 new downpipes etc... Went custom and all was solved, haha.

You're totally right, but he is referring to a CP fitment and not DP.

mike@x-ph.com · 10-03-2018, 08:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Killakittie

I'm still waiting for my refund from Mike at Extreme Powerhouse for my defective VRSF chargepipe.... Been about two months now.

Can you please send me an email so i can check the status of the order?

rackjuediger · 10-04-2018, 03:15 PM

VRSF has some SERIOUS issues to fix. I don't understand how they're making any money whatsoever

BunkerJ · 10-05-2018, 08:46 AM

Tiago@VRSF

Rokoz · 10-05-2018, 09:33 PM

Very glad I dodged them. Ended up going with CSF for an intercooler. I did recently have a friend install the CP and FMIC from VRSF and it went well. They are just too inconsistent to chance it imo, especially if you aren't doing it yourself

s3ri3s1 · 10-09-2018, 10:05 AM

Ok so which chargepipes should we go with? I am thinking I need to pick one up

mike@x-ph.com · 10-09-2018, 02:12 PM

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Originally Posted by s3ri3s1

Ok so which chargepipes should we go with? I am thinking I need to pick one up

Our most popular is VRSF or you can go with the Evolution Racewerks pipe.

perryo91 · 10-09-2018, 03:06 PM

Mine was fine, ez install. Until we get some pictures I don't think we should start bashing VRSF as a company... Quality control issues aren't very common on metal pipes.

Killakittie · 10-09-2018, 04:10 PM

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Originally Posted by perryo91

Mine was fine, ez install. Until we get some pictures I don't think we should start bashing VRSF as a company... Quality control issues aren't very common on metal pipes.

Did you even read the thread.. There's videos showing the fitment issues.

Noelified · 10-09-2018, 09:15 PM

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Originally Posted by s3ri3s1

Ok so which chargepipes should we go with? I am thinking I need to pick one up

Still hoping VRSF fixes their CP issues, but I went with ER for $80 more and fit was tight to factory TB and VRSF 5" HD FMIC. I couldn't be happier. I also painted before bolting up.
As seen here https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...4&postcount=10

perryo91 · 10-10-2018, 10:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Killakittie

Did you even read the thread.. There's videos showing the fitment issues.

Yeah I did mang, I just searched "f30 335 vrsf chargepipe fitment" on youtube and nothing came up. Would you mind showing me some examples?

Noelified · 10-10-2018, 10:35 AM

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Originally Posted by perryo91

Yeah I did mang, I just searched "f30 335 vrsf chargepipe fitment" on youtube and nothing came up. Would you mind showing me some examples?

https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...4&postcount=10
Sorry, but you do realize we are discussing a 328 not 335 right?
Maybe VRSF has spot on 335 CP.

Killakittie · 10-11-2018, 09:09 PM

Well I'm going to update this thread. I received my ER charge pipe in the mail today. Fucking fantastic. Unlike the VRSF charge pipe which arrived in a box with no paperwork, no receipt, and no instructions.. Nothing. Just the two pipes and clamps. The ER pipe arrived (way ahead of schedule) in a box and included a list of parts to verify in the box, a nicely typed up (color) set of instructions, and a receipt. Oh man so nice what a couple extra bucks gets ya.

Mike at XP thank you.. For helping me right this mess my car is finally as I was hoping it would be three months ago. Charge pipe is top notch construction and fit with zero issues.

SFV818 · 02-28-2021, 03:54 PM

What I have learned today on the forums is that I should not be cheap and should just spend the extra couple dollars on ER products instead of VRSF for my N26. I was going to go VRSF fmic, catless downpipe, and chargepipes. Now I am going to go Evolution Racewerks catted downpipe and chargepipes. I'm worried the ER fmic will be too big and will give me some lag. Would Active Autowerks be any better?

rcaso26 · 02-28-2021, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by SFV818

What I have learned today on the forums is that I should not be cheap and should just spend the extra couple dollars on ER products instead of VRSF for my N26. I was going to go VRSF fmic, catless downpipe, and chargepipes. Now I am going to go Evolution Racewerks catted downpipe and chargepipes. I'm worried the ER fmic will be too big and will give me some lag. Would Active Autowerks be any better?

Get a GPlus intercooler on amazon/eBay. More than enough unless you plan on tracking the car.

alohasurftoad · 02-28-2021, 04:20 PM

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Originally Posted by SFV818

What I have learned today on the forums is that I should not be cheap and should just spend the extra couple dollars on ER products instead of VRSF for my N26. I was going to go VRSF fmic, catless downpipe, and chargepipes. Now I am going to go Evolution Racewerks catted downpipe and chargepipes. I'm worried the ER fmic will be too big and will give me some lag. Would Active Autowerks be any better?

nothing wrong with ER but there are other brands which are very high quality fit and finish. also, it is not necessary to run everything of the same brand. with the exception of the catless downpipe and adding the turbo inlet pipe, i have linked what i have and been using for over three years. also the N20 chargepipe does not have failure issues like the N55, so it is not necessary but if you desire it anyway, go for it.

back in the day i bought direct from FTP and CTS Turbo, however Mike at X-PH and Turner has these stuff on sale, i believe it's free shipping as well.

https://x-ph.com/cts-turbo-bmw-f20-f...it-direct-fit/

https://x-ph.com/cts-turbo-4-catless...2-f30-f32-f36/

https://x-ph.com/ftp-f2x-f3x-n20-cha...st-pipe-combo/

https://x-ph.com/ftp-f-n20-air-intak...2-13717605638/

SFV818 · 02-28-2021, 05:33 PM

Im actually looking at ordering the following bundle from x-ph for my N26 except I wanted the ER hiflow catted downpipe not the catless. Also not sure if I need the turbo gasket and clamp. Guess I would order both just to be safe. Do you think I could order the FTP pipes with no logo from x-ph or are they easy to remove? Want chargepipe to look stock.

https://x-ph.com/f-chassis-n20-n26-b...ue-combo-deal/

I haven't really heard anything about the MAD intercooler either so still kinda leaning towards the AA fmic w/ ER cp and dp and putting together my own kit instead of the above.

10-03-2018, 01:42 PM	#1
AsianBill Private First Class 74 Rep 142 Posts Drives: 2017 M240i xDrive Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Pittsburgh,PA iTrader: (0)	THE Chargepipe (VRSF) Issues continue So I got my replacement VRSF chargepipe after waiting 2 and a half months. The fitment is still off. If my experience has told me anything avoid this company at all costs. I'm not even going to attempt to get another replacement, and will just have the part machined to fit properly. I wanted to let everyone know my experience and warn everyone of the issues I've been having __________________ 2017 M240i CD919 Custom E40/flex fuel tune \| catless downpipe \| TU Pump \| XHP Stage 3 \| MHD flexfuel kit
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Killakittie Private 101 Rep 86 Posts Drives: 2023 M-Sport 330i Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Ca iTrader: (0)	I'm still waiting for my refund from Mike at Extreme Powerhouse for my defective VRSF chargepipe.... Been about two months now.
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rackjuediger Second Lieutenant 143 Rep 242 Posts Drives: 2013 328i 6mt Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Houston, Texas iTrader: (0) Garage List 2013 BMW 328i [0.00]	VRSF has some SERIOUS issues to fix. I don't understand how they're making any money whatsoever __________________ F30 328i 6mt Injen, ER, BM3, Solowerks, IND, BMS, BBS E46 M3 smg2 Bimmerworld, H
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BunkerJ Colonel 1032 Rep 2,382 Posts Drives: 2013 328i Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: San Diego, CA iTrader: (0)	Tiago@VRSF __________________ 2013 F30 328i: MHI Big Turbo, GFB DV+, Mishimoto CAI, ER TIC/CP/Catless DP, AWE Touring Quad Exhaust w/ Resonated Midpipe, NGK LI Plugs, BM3 with PTF Stage 2 91 AGG Tune, Fuel-it Stage 2 LPFP, Solowerks S1 Coilovers, and DEPO/M-Sport Retrofit
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Rokoz Lieutenant 293 Rep 495 Posts Drives: 2016 f80 M3 Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Vermont iTrader: (0)	Very glad I dodged them. Ended up going with CSF for an intercooler. I did recently have a friend install the CP and FMIC from VRSF and it went well. They are just too inconsistent to chance it imo, especially if you aren't doing it yourself __________________ Instagram: @f80ghost
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s3ri3s1 Second Lieutenant 188 Rep 253 Posts Drives: alpine white 328 Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Nashville iTrader: (1)	Ok so which chargepipes should we go with? I am thinking I need to pick one up
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perryo91 Captain 373 Rep 937 Posts Drives: 335 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Florida iTrader: (1)	Mine was fine, ez install. Until we get some pictures I don't think we should start bashing VRSF as a company... Quality control issues aren't very common on metal pipes. __________________ Hi
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Killakittie Private 101 Rep 86 Posts Drives: 2023 M-Sport 330i Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Ca iTrader: (0)	Well I'm going to update this thread. I received my ER charge pipe in the mail today. Fucking fantastic. Unlike the VRSF charge pipe which arrived in a box with no paperwork, no receipt, and no instructions.. Nothing. Just the two pipes and clamps. The ER pipe arrived (way ahead of schedule) in a box and included a list of parts to verify in the box, a nicely typed up (color) set of instructions, and a receipt. Oh man so nice what a couple extra bucks gets ya. Mike at XP thank you.. For helping me right this mess my car is finally as I was hoping it would be three months ago. Charge pipe is top notch construction and fit with zero issues.
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SFV818 Private 8 Rep 75 Posts Drives: 2016 328i - BM3 Stage 2 FBO Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Los Angeles, CA iTrader: (0)	What I have learned today on the forums is that I should not be cheap and should just spend the extra couple dollars on ER products instead of VRSF for my N26. I was going to go VRSF fmic, catless downpipe, and chargepipes. Now I am going to go Evolution Racewerks catted downpipe and chargepipes. I'm worried the ER fmic will be too big and will give me some lag. Would Active Autowerks be any better?
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SFV818 Private 8 Rep 75 Posts Drives: 2016 328i - BM3 Stage 2 FBO Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Los Angeles, CA iTrader: (0)	Im actually looking at ordering the following bundle from x-ph for my N26 except I wanted the ER hiflow catted downpipe not the catless. Also not sure if I need the turbo gasket and clamp. Guess I would order both just to be safe. Do you think I could order the FTP pipes with no logo from x-ph or are they easy to remove? Want chargepipe to look stock. https://x-ph.com/f-chassis-n20-n26-b...ue-combo-deal/ I haven't really heard anything about the MAD intercooler either so still kinda leaning towards the AA fmic w/ ER cp and dp and putting together my own kit instead of the above.
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