Benefits of metal charge pipe?

harveyb_79 · 08-19-2021, 01:21 AM

Hey, I have a BMW 435i, and was wondering if there is any real world benefits of upgrading the stock charge pipe to a metal chargepipe?

Appreciate any feedback and recommendations.

Thanks!

celsdogg · 08-19-2021, 09:59 PM

the main benefit is not being stuck on the side of the road or limping home.

KevM · 08-23-2021, 12:53 AM

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Originally Posted by harveyb_79

Hey, I have a BMW 435i, and was wondering if there is any real world benefits of upgrading the stock charge pipe to a metal chargepipe?

Appreciate any feedback and recommendations.

Thanks!

Completely agree. Should really just go for it before your charge pipe blows. If you're planning to get on any mods, a chargepipe upgrade is one of the first things you should do.

I know VRSF is pretty popular in the states, but some say fitment sometimes become an issue. FTP is another popular one. I've got the Masata ones which are quite popular here in the UK, fitment is perfect for the N55. Other brands like Forge and MTC are quite well known too. Not sure if you have access to these brands?

harveyb_79 · 08-23-2021, 08:46 AM

Hey thanks for the suggestions. Been doing my own research and it looks like that would be the first thing I upgrade as well as a new intake. I dont want to have to deal with limp mode when the stock pipe burst.

I will definitely look into the Masata charge pipe you mentioned. Any ideas on where you can purchase them here in the States?

KevM · 08-24-2021, 02:05 AM

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Originally Posted by harveyb_79

Hey thanks for the suggestions. Been doing my own research and it looks like that would be the first thing I upgrade as well as a new intake. I dont want to have to deal with limp mode when the stock pipe burst.

I will definitely look into the Masata charge pipe you mentioned. Any ideas on where you can purchase them here in the States?

Most people do charge pipe upgrades with the intercooler instead. Intakes are generally just for sound, so I recommend getting the chargepipe and intercooler together. I think its generally better to run the same brand as a combo for better fitment too.

I'm not too sure about Masata in the US, maybe you could hit some dealers up? I think xph or kies might bring them in if you try? They do intercoolers too. Pretty sure shipping from the UK is crazy

jeffm82 · 08-24-2021, 09:42 AM

Would love to know where you can get the Masata in the US.

cfm56d7b · 08-24-2021, 10:46 AM

Evolution Racewerks charge pipe has been one of the more popular choices as well. Suggest to consider it.

johnung · 08-24-2021, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by harveyb_79

Hey thanks for the suggestions. Been doing my own research and it looks like that would be the first thing I upgrade as well as a new intake. I dont want to have to deal with limp mode when the stock pipe burst.

I will definitely look into the Masata charge pipe you mentioned. Any ideas on where you can purchase them here in the States?

No reason to look for a UK chargepipe in the US. Zero advantage in doing that. Buy an FTP or Evolution Racewerks.

KevM · 08-26-2021, 01:07 AM

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Would love to know where you can get the Masata in the US.

I have a couple of friends in the states that checked with Masata, seems like they're finding a US dealer soon

KevM · 08-26-2021, 01:10 AM

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Originally Posted by jeffm82

Would love to know where you can get the Masata in the US.

I have some friends from the states who checked with Masata recently, seems like they're getting a US dealer soon

BMWApp · 09-03-2021, 11:09 PM

I have the FTP charge pipe on my 435. I got it for a little over $200 from Extreme Powerhouse. They provide great service and have the best prices, including 10% off this weekend.

F32Fleet · 09-04-2021, 07:25 AM

For a stock vehicle? Not much. The stock pipe was revised. If your current pipe fails at say 80k miles why use anything but the stock setup? Will you hold on to the vehicle for another 100k miles?

Randy Johnson · 09-14-2021, 06:13 PM

Also the metal pipe just looks cooler!

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harveyb_79 Registered 4 Rep 3 Posts Drives: F32 435i Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: South Carolina iTrader: (0)	Hey thanks for the suggestions. Been doing my own research and it looks like that would be the first thing I upgrade as well as a new intake. I dont want to have to deal with limp mode when the stock pipe burst. I will definitely look into the Masata charge pipe you mentioned. Any ideas on where you can purchase them here in the States?
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BMWApp First Lieutenant 224 Rep 327 Posts Drives: 2024 X5 M60i, 2015 435i Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Charlotte, NC iTrader: (2)	I have the FTP charge pipe on my 435. I got it for a little over $200 from Extreme Powerhouse. They provide great service and have the best prices, including 10% off this weekend. __________________ 2019 X3 M40i Alpine White/Black Vernasca stock 2015 435i Alpine White/Black Dakota FTP chargepipe, Dinan intercooler, M Performance exhaust, Carbahn Stage 2 tune
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F32Fleet Lieutenant General 3570 Rep 10,350 Posts Drives: 2015 435i Join Date: May 2005 Location: Southeastern US iTrader: (0)	For a stock vehicle? Not much. The stock pipe was revised. If your current pipe fails at say 80k miles why use anything but the stock setup? Will you hold on to the vehicle for another 100k miles? __________________ "Drive more, worry less. " 435i, MPPK, MPE, M-Sport Line
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Randy Johnson M340i 392 Rep 967 Posts Drives: BMW M340i Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: South FLA iTrader: (1) Garage List 2021 BMW M340i [10.00]	Also the metal pipe just looks cooler!
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