FTP Motorsport

kroe · 10-16-2021, 11:04 AM

Any issues after the install of the intake pipe? I currently have the ftp intake pipe for my F30 b46 engine. After installation, I have noticed that as the car gets warm, the intake pipe has been making a sound after letting go of throttle, kind of like blowing on an empty bottle, or an owl hooting sound ish. I put the stock intake pipe back and the sound disappeared, so I'm sure that this is coming from the intake pipe. Not sure if this is normal or if something is up with my pipe, like maybe the o ring.

redEYEjedi · 10-16-2021, 11:21 AM

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Originally Posted by kroe

Any issues after the install of the intake pipe? I currently have the ftp intake pipe for my F30 b46 engine. After installation, I have noticed that as the car gets warm, the intake pipe has been making a sound after letting go of throttle, kind of like blowing on an empty bottle, or an owl hooting sound ish. I put the stock intake pipe back and the sound disappeared, so I'm sure that this is coming from the intake pipe. Not sure if this is normal or if something is up with my pipe, like maybe the o ring.

Your o ring might be installed the wrong way, but sounds like you have a leak from the install.

kroe · 10-16-2021, 11:34 AM

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Your o ring might be installed the wrong way, but sounds like you have a leak from the install.

That's what I'm thinking too. I'm quite certain the install is good though just because I installed the stock one back and there's no issue with that. The o ring however was preinstalled when I got my pipe.

redEYEjedi · 10-16-2021, 11:36 AM

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Your o ring might be installed the wrong way, but sounds like you have a leak from the install.

That's what I'm thinking too. I'm quite certain the install is good though just because I installed the stock one back and there's no issue with that. The o ring however was preinstalled when I got my pipe.

My O ring was flipped and installed the wrong way when I had a turbo leak. Ended up being an easy fix

kroe · 10-16-2021, 11:37 AM

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My O ring was flipped and installed the wrong way when I had a turbo leak. Ended up being an easy fix

I might have to try that. Thanks for the response!

redEYEjedi · 10-16-2021, 11:39 AM

No problem. There's only so many parts to fail. Either connections or the o ring. Hope that helps!

F25_x3 · 10-16-2021, 03:09 PM

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I just bought the Charge pipe combo kit and the Inlet pipe was only a dollar to add to the order so $351.00 + shipping for the kit and inlet pipe.

Where did you buy from i need this deal!!!

Mike at x-ph has this deal. So does top gear solutions. Check the forum vendor section

Cool i went to the website and the total was like 540? Could you send me a link to it? Thanks, cole

sqwinny · 10-17-2021, 08:20 AM

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I just bought the Charge pipe combo kit and the Inlet pipe was only a dollar to add to the order so $351.00 + shipping for the kit and inlet pipe.

Where did you buy from i need this deal!!!

Mike at x-ph has this deal. So does top gear solutions. Check the forum vendor section

Cool i went to the website and the total was like 540? Could you send me a link to it? Thanks, cole

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

mike@x-ph.com · 10-17-2021, 10:35 AM

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Sweet can you hook me up with a deal?

your account does not accept private messages, if you wish to place an order, please call me at 702-494-9435

StealthF32 · 10-17-2021, 09:41 PM

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We have the FTP chargepipe (black coated) and our performance shop said it was one of the nicest chargepipe he's seen.
Can't speak for their FMICs though.

Which shop/distributor, did you source the (FTP) charge pipe from?

F25_x3 · 11-18-2021, 11:13 PM

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i utilize ftp charge and tic pipes(combo kit), works good.

i'm not sure how beneficial the inlet(intel) pipe is, but the FTP turbo inlet(intel) pipe looks better than the offering from MST. i might get it at some point.

there's more than a few members utilizing FTP products on their M cars. taiwan makes good stuff...

They actually drop ship the inlet pipe from allibaba

mike@x-ph.com · 11-22-2021, 09:44 AM

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Which shop/distributor, did you source the (FTP) charge pipe from?

We stock FTP products in our Las Vegas warehouse

cedaj · 11-22-2021, 11:51 AM

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My O ring was flipped and installed the wrong way when I had a turbo leak. Ended up being an easy fix

Is this on an N20 or B48? I have the same flutter/owl sounding issue.

cedaj · 11-22-2021, 11:56 AM

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I might have to try that. Thanks for the response!

Did you end up figuring the howling issue out?

F25_x3 · 11-23-2021, 11:03 AM

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Which shop/distributor, did you source the (FTP) charge pipe from?

We stock FTP products in our Las Vegas warehouse

Looks like alilbaba

mike@x-ph.com · 11-23-2021, 03:42 PM

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Looks like alilbaba

spot-on fitment, never had an issue one.

If you want a better looking part, there's always Evolution Racewerks

redEYEjedi · 11-23-2021, 07:04 PM

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My O ring was flipped and installed the wrong way when I had a turbo leak. Ended up being an easy fix

Is this on an N20 or B48? I have the same flutter/owl sounding issue.

I have an N20.

dís_f30 · 11-28-2021, 10:44 AM

I upgraded my turbo inlet, charge and boost pipes with FTP and VRSF. It makes a big difference. Like previously mentioned, make sure your seals are good and put in the right way and go ahead and get a diverter valve upgrade while you're at it.

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kroe New Member 3 Rep 5 Posts Drives: F30 330i Join Date: Oct 2021 Location: San Diego iTrader: (0)	Any issues after the install of the intake pipe? I currently have the ftp intake pipe for my F30 b46 engine. After installation, I have noticed that as the car gets warm, the intake pipe has been making a sound after letting go of throttle, kind of like blowing on an empty bottle, or an owl hooting sound ish. I put the stock intake pipe back and the sound disappeared, so I'm sure that this is coming from the intake pipe. Not sure if this is normal or if something is up with my pipe, like maybe the o ring.
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redEYEjedi Lieutenant Colonel 769 Rep 1,755 Posts Drives: G05 / F31 / E91 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (11)	No problem. There's only so many parts to fail. Either connections or the o ring. Hope that helps! __________________
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dís_f30 G 129 Rep 162 Posts Drives: 2013 BMW 328i F30 Luxury Line Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Florida, United States iTrader: (0) Garage List 2013 BMW 328i F30 [0.00]	I upgraded my turbo inlet, charge and boost pipes with FTP and VRSF. It makes a big difference. Like previously mentioned, make sure your seals are good and put in the right way and go ahead and get a diverter valve upgrade while you're at it.
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