Helix FMIC Install Video ?

Spydeputy · 03-02-2010, 05:04 AM

Getting ready to installl my Helix FMIC. Anyone know if there is a video on this? just post the link please, and I'll keep searching.

Chefcg1 · 03-02-2010, 06:10 AM

I just used the DIY guide for the sperco install, it is similar. I would say get help; an extra set of hands would be very very useful. I did the install of mine yesterday and I have a couple things I would suggest. Wear safety classes!!! I did not at first and when I pulled the old intercooler out I got a face full debris. Later that evening I ended up having to go to the doctor because I couldn’t get it all out of my eye, not fun!

I would also say don’t waste time trying to separate the one time use OEM hose clamps. Just carefully cut them with a dermal tool. My side mounts did not line up with the factory screw holes. I just have it sitting there for now and after it warms up some this spring I’ll go back and do some trimming to get it to line up. I think it will be fine the way it is as it is pretty much sealed up there because of the undercover. Good luck and I hope you have a catch can installed as you will see all the oil in the OEM pipes.

Spydeputy · 03-02-2010, 06:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Chefcg1

I just used the DIY guide for the sperco install, it is similar. I would say get help; an extra set of hands would be very very useful. I did the install of mine yesterday and I have a couple things I would suggest. Wear safety classes!!! I did not at first and when I pulled the old intercooler out I got a face full debris. Later that evening I ended up having to go to the doctor because I couldn’t get it all out of my eye, not fun!

I would also say don’t waste time trying to separate the one time use OEM hose clamps. Just carefully cut them with a dermal tool. My side mounts did not line up with the factory screw holes. I just have it sitting there for now and after it warms up some this spring I’ll go back and do some trimming to get it to line up. I think it will be fine the way it is as it is pretty much sealed up there because of the undercover. Good luck and I hope you have a catch can installed as you will see all the oil in the OEM pipes.

googled it no results for serpico, link ?

Sal G@Camber-Toe · 03-02-2010, 08:24 AM

let me know how you like the fmic!

Chefcg1 · 03-02-2010, 10:25 AM

Here is the link, I did not take my bumper off when I did mine
http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...cooler+install

SfValley335i · 03-02-2010, 11:33 AM

prepare to trim...

If you can you should take pictures of the areas you had to trim while doing the install.

edo · 03-02-2010, 12:12 PM

There are some pictures of the Helix FMIC install process in my thread (link in my signature, page 4). I had to trim. I'm not sure about present, but back then Helix claimed that no trimming was needed. After quite a few reviews and complaints, they changed their claims to "no trimming needed for most of the cars".

yamsta · 03-02-2010, 02:28 PM

http://www.billswebspace.com/335HelixIntercoolerDIY.htm

Spydeputy · 03-02-2010, 03:59 PM

thanks all, got it. Yamata, thanks again. good to a good home.
install tomorrow afternoon.

Sniz · 03-02-2010, 07:16 PM

if you need help with the install let me know. My car is off the lift at Adams garage and we could get you up there and installed in an hour or so.

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Chefcg1 Major 69 Rep 1,137 Posts Drives: 2008 BMW 335i Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Mount Airy, NC iTrader: (6)	I just used the DIY guide for the sperco install, it is similar. I would say get help; an extra set of hands would be very very useful. I did the install of mine yesterday and I have a couple things I would suggest. Wear safety classes!!! I did not at first and when I pulled the old intercooler out I got a face full debris. Later that evening I ended up having to go to the doctor because I couldn’t get it all out of my eye, not fun! I would also say don’t waste time trying to separate the one time use OEM hose clamps. Just carefully cut them with a dermal tool. My side mounts did not line up with the factory screw holes. I just have it sitting there for now and after it warms up some this spring I’ll go back and do some trimming to get it to line up. I think it will be fine the way it is as it is pretty much sealed up there because of the undercover. Good luck and I hope you have a catch can installed as you will see all the oil in the OEM pipes. __________________ 2008 335i coupe AW 6AT, RB Turbos, PROcede 2.5 V5, Alpina Flash, Injen Intake, VK MW DP . Helix IC, Vishnu PnP Meth(M10 nozzel), M3 sides, OEM Aero Lip, VMR V710 Midnight Blue, LUX H8, HID Fogs, M3 front bits, D2 Coilovers, Whiteline Rear Bushing inserts, Custom M3 Steering Wheel, Cyba scoops, M2 Performance Exhaust
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Chefcg1 Major 69 Rep 1,137 Posts Drives: 2008 BMW 335i Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Mount Airy, NC iTrader: (6)	Here is the link, I did not take my bumper off when I did mine http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...cooler+install __________________ 2008 335i coupe AW 6AT, RB Turbos, PROcede 2.5 V5, Alpina Flash, Injen Intake, VK MW DP . Helix IC, Vishnu PnP Meth(M10 nozzel), M3 sides, OEM Aero Lip, VMR V710 Midnight Blue, LUX H8, HID Fogs, M3 front bits, D2 Coilovers, Whiteline Rear Bushing inserts, Custom M3 Steering Wheel, Cyba scoops, M2 Performance Exhaust
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edo ****** 54 Rep 886 Posts Drives: E92 335i Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: hell iTrader: (1)	There are some pictures of the Helix FMIC install process in my thread (link in my signature, page 4). I had to trim. I'm not sure about present, but back then Helix claimed that no trimming was needed. After quite a few reviews and complaints, they changed their claims to "no trimming needed for most of the cars". __________________ Mods: RB turbos, JB4, BMS DCI, Scoops, Forge DVs, ar design catless DPs, Milltek exhaust system, Helix FMIC, Quaife LSD, VK MotorWerks OC Kit, Bilstein B16 PSS10
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Sniz Lieutenant General 661 Rep 10,587 Posts Drives: e92 335 - gone // e36 M3 turbo Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Ellicott City, MD iTrader: (1)	if you need help with the install let me know. My car is off the lift at Adams garage and we could get you up there and installed in an hour or so. __________________
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