VRSF Chargepipe install help

Bpdev · 01-13-2019, 10:11 PM

Hi, I'm attempting to install a VRSF Chargepipe in my 2015 335xi. I was able to get the stock Chargepipe out through the top, but I can't get the new one in through the top or bottom. I can't seem to get enough clearance to get it in. Any suggestions? Thanks.

upsidedownfunnel · 01-14-2019, 03:39 AM

You should install the top half first from the top, then attach the lower half to it through the bottom. I detached a hose down there for clearance, though I don't remember which one exactly.

Tchao · 01-14-2019, 01:17 PM

^ Yup.

Install the top and bottom separately, then tighten the T bolts on the silicone coupler.

mike@x-ph.com · 01-14-2019, 04:32 PM

All good OP?

Bpdev · 01-15-2019, 10:07 PM

Yup, thanks guys! It was much easier to install by installing the top half first and then connecting the bottom.

I also ordered and installed the vrsf 5" FMIC. My only complaint is I ordered it in December and still got a defective one with Fan tabs too long and no screws included. I was able to bend the tabs in good enough though.

Tiago@VRSF · 01-15-2019, 11:00 PM

Sorry to hear that OP, can you shoot over your order number so we can assist/verify authenticity?

Bpdev · 01-16-2019, 06:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Tiago@VRSF

Sorry to hear that OP, can you shoot over your order number so we can assist/verify authenticity?

Sure thing, but I ordered from kiesmortorsports which I believe drop ships, will that suffice?

Mike@N54Tuning.com · 01-16-2019, 09:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Bpdev

Hi, I'm attempting to install a VRSF Chargepipe in my 2015 335xi. I was able to get the stock Chargepipe out through the top, but I can't get the new one in through the top or bottom. I can't seem to get enough clearance to get it in. Any suggestions? Thanks.

Are you sure you ordered the XI version as its very different then the RWD one.. I would just double check that first.

Mike

Bpdev · 01-16-2019, 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Mike@N54Tuning.com

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Originally Posted by Bpdev

Hi, I'm attempting to install a VRSF Chargepipe in my 2015 335xi. I was able to get the stock Chargepipe out through the top, but I can't get the new one in through the top or bottom. I can't seem to get enough clearance to get it in. Any suggestions? Thanks.

Are you sure you ordered the XI version as its very different then the RWD one.. I would just double check that first.

Mike

Thanks, I was able to get it installed. Just had to install it in parts. I did confirm it is an xi chargepipe as well.

wdeerfield · 01-16-2019, 01:51 PM

yea. i ran in to the same thing. i fished it down from the top with the silcone sleeve loose and then from the bottom reached up to rotate the clamps around to tighten down enough.

if i had to do it again id do the two piece and be done in half the time.

Mike@N54Tuning.com · 01-16-2019, 02:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Bpdev

Thanks, I was able to get it installed. Just had to install it in parts. I did confirm it is an xi chargepipe as well.

Awesome.. Glad you got it installed..

Mike

fandango202 · 01-16-2019, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Mike@N54Tuning.com

Are you sure you ordered the XI version as its very different then the RWD one.. I would just double check that first.

Mike

What makes them so different? I'm starting to think I might have an issue with mine due to this.

Jeff@TopGearSolutions · 01-17-2019, 04:35 PM

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What makes them so different? I'm starting to think I might have an issue with mine due to this.

Vacuum ports and slight orientation differences IIRC.

Tiago@VRSF · 01-17-2019, 04:50 PM

Vacuum port locations, pipe routing and a few other details differentiate the four different styles of F chassis N55 cars which is why unfortunately we're limited to 4 different pipes for one car.

We're actually in the process of compiling multiple 3d scans of each engine bay in order to find a one pipe fits all solution and I'm happy to say we're pretty close launch. We'll have an update shortly!

Mike@N54Tuning.com · 01-18-2019, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by fandango202

What makes them so different? I'm starting to think I might have an issue with mine due to this.

The shape and the size of the upper / lower pipe.. Very different.

Mike

Mike@N54Tuning.com · 01-18-2019, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Tiago@VRSF

We're actually in the process of compiling multiple 3d scans of each engine bay in order to find a one pipe fits all solution and I'm happy to say we're pretty close launch. We'll have an update shortly!

This is amazing.... Great idea..

If you get this done that will be awesome.. Always great to have a universal fit.. Both from a vendor and end user perspective.

Mike

wdeerfield · 01-30-2019, 06:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Tiago@VRSF

We're actually in the process of compiling multiple 3d scans of each engine bay in order to find a one pipe fits all solution and I'm happy to say we're pretty close launch. We'll have an update shortly!

Brilliant idea! so long as the sensor and vacuum line locations fit without adding anything that would be awesome. Im not sure how a rwd and xi would be able to use the same since all the awd components create an issue. Curious to see the outcome of this.

bmwfanatic92 · 02-10-2019, 11:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Bpdev

Hi, I'm attempting to install a VRSF Chargepipe in my 2015 335xi. I was able to get the stock Chargepipe out through the top, but I can't get the new one in through the top or bottom. I can't seem to get enough clearance to get it in. Any suggestions? Thanks.

How long start to finish did the chargepipe take for install?

Mike@N54Tuning.com · 02-11-2019, 10:19 AM

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Originally Posted by bmwfanatic92

How long start to finish did the chargepipe take for install?

Should be about an hours work.

Mike

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Bpdev New Member 3 Rep 6 Posts Drives: 2015 335xi Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Morgantown iTrader: (0)	VRSF Chargepipe install help Hi, I'm attempting to install a VRSF Chargepipe in my 2015 335xi. I was able to get the stock Chargepipe out through the top, but I can't get the new one in through the top or bottom. I can't seem to get enough clearance to get it in. Any suggestions? Thanks.
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upsidedownfunnel Colonel 1996 Rep 2,499 Posts Drives: 2014 335i Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: SoCal iTrader: (4) Garage List 2014 BMW 335i [0.00]	You should install the top half first from the top, then attach the lower half to it through the bottom. I detached a hose down there for clearance, though I don't remember which one exactly.
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Tchao Boost Addict 334 Rep 349 Posts Drives: E30, E82, F30, F87 Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Charleston iTrader: (0)	^ Yup. Install the top and bottom separately, then tighten the T bolts on the silicone coupler. __________________ S55 M2C \| Three Pedal Club \| E30TU
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Bpdev New Member 3 Rep 6 Posts Drives: 2015 335xi Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Morgantown iTrader: (0)	Yup, thanks guys! It was much easier to install by installing the top half first and then connecting the bottom. I also ordered and installed the vrsf 5" FMIC. My only complaint is I ordered it in December and still got a defective one with Fan tabs too long and no screws included. I was able to bend the tabs in good enough though.
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wdeerfield A family of bimmers 2745 Rep 7,741 Posts Drives: '18 G01 X3M40i Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Clifton Park, NY iTrader: (0)	yea. i ran in to the same thing. i fished it down from the top with the silcone sleeve loose and then from the bottom reached up to rotate the clamps around to tighten down enough. if i had to do it again id do the two piece and be done in half the time. __________________ 2018 PB/Black G01 X3M40i \| 699M \| ZDA \| ZPP \| ZPX \| Maxton front lip \| X3M vents \| 15mm Spacers \| Diamond G20 style grills
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Tiago@VRSF 2093 Rep 43,350 Posts Drives: F90 M5 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Doral, FL iTrader: (99) Garage List 2014 F30 328xi [0.00] 2015 F82 BMW M4 [0.00] 2013 Ducati 1199 Pa ... [0.00] 2008 BMW 335i [0.00]	Vacuum port locations, pipe routing and a few other details differentiate the four different styles of F chassis N55 cars which is why unfortunately we're limited to 4 different pipes for one car. We're actually in the process of compiling multiple 3d scans of each engine bay in order to find a one pipe fits all solution and I'm happy to say we're pretty close launch. We'll have an update shortly! Last edited by Tiago@VRSF; 01-17-2019 at 06:09 PM..
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