Newest mod just arrived from the US

[JB4-335]

Finally I received my new ETS intercooler for my 135. I have kept many logs with my stock cooler so will be interesting to see what sort of drop in IAT's this ETS will provide. Will install over the weekend and keep you all posted as to how it all goes.

[Orlin]

nice work! I would be keen to see some comparison logs if you get time.

[JB4-335]

Damn that was quick Orl's.
I'll definitely let you know how it goes.

[TimMc]

Nice! I'm interested to read your interpretation of the slight lag/boost reduction that a bigger IC introduces. Is it really noticeable?

[Orlin]

Originally Posted by JB4135

Damn that was quick Orl's.
I'll definitely let you know how it goes.

lol I just noticed that! it was just that I logged on at the perfect time I swear I dont sit here pressing F5 every few seconds

[Liub]

Does installation require cutting? Very interested in a setup where cutting isn't required, even if the IC is a tad smaller!

[Unkie]

Yeah look forward to a local review on the ETS IC!

Make sure you shake out the foam from the tubing well haha

[JB4-335]

Originally Posted by TimMc

Nice! I'm interested to read your interpretation of the slight lag/boost reduction that a bigger IC introduces. Is it really noticeable?

I've done quite a lot of research into coolers and the ETS isn't all that much bigger than the stock cooler but it's more efficient and better flow.

[JB4-335]

Originally Posted by Liub

Does installation require cutting? Very interested in a setup where cutting isn't required, even if the IC is a tad smaller!

They say no trimming required but I'm not gonna take any chances so I'm definitely ready to trim is need be.

[JB4-335]

Originally Posted by Unkie

Yeah look forward to a local review on the ETS IC!

Make sure you shake out the foam from the tubing well haha

Will try to get a good review together for you boys.
LOL! When my 4 year old saw that foam he dived straight in, lucky I removed contents first. Kinda what I wanted to do this morning when it arrived on my doorstep.

[MikeVictor]

I've read most FMIC's require a bit of cutting, but some are very minor so as to be indistinguishable from stock unless you knew exactly what to look for. Have been eyeing off a HPF unit myself...

[JB4-335]

Hey Matty, I also was interested in the HPF large 7" but I don't really track the car so I decided against it. I'll know more details in a few days when I install.

[Orlin]

I can show you guys some HPF logs soon if you want.

[JB4-335]

So I couldn't wait for the weekend and installed the Intercooler last night. Mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm. Was interesting. They say it takes aprrox 1.5 hours so I figured I would double that just in case I run into any problems. Removing the old cooler only took about 30 minutes but trying to break those permanent clamps on each side was a hell of a job. 2 clamps took about an hour in total. Removing the original pipe leading to the charge pipe was another issue. It was so tight in there it took another 30 minutes to remove this pipe. The silicon couplers that it came with were really good and nice heavy duty clamps also. 'I thought there was no trimming' That's BS, as you can see in the images the amount of bumper support I removed. I got a little excited and removed more than what I needed but I thought while I'm there may as well. Now I had the couplers in place I used WD40 to lube them as I inserted the cooler. Cooler when in without much hesitation and secured it with the two torx screws on each side while I tighted the clamps. Finally after just over 4 hours I was done. Now the fun part, take her for a test drive. I hooked up the laptop and instantly the IAT was far less than usual even while cruising. As I knew I was getting a cooler I monitored my IAT's closely for over 6 weeks. I've attached a log with stock IC that I did about 3 days ago and one with ETS IC from last night. Weather was approx the same about 17 degrees outside. You can see the huge drop in IAT's with the ETS IC. I could definitely feel the diference with the new cooler. I think I may have gained about 15-20rwhp but it feels like a hell of a lot more. Next is the dyno.

[JB4-335]

Originally Posted by Orlin

I can show you guys some HPF logs soon if you want.

You B**CH!!! When did you get the HPF IC. Would love to see some logs Orl's.
You did this mod on the sly.

[MikeVictor]

Well congrats on the new mod, JB. I was considering the 5" as I think that'll be all I need even with the odd track day. I'll be measuring IAT's with the stock cooler in August when I next go around with the club.

[JB4-335]

Originally Posted by mattyv

Well congrats on the new mod, JB. I was considering the 5" as I think that'll be all I need even with the odd track day. I'll be measuring IAT's with the stock cooler in August when I next go around with the club.

Thanks Matty. This is the 5". I really think it's more than enough. No need to go for 7" unless your 1er lives on the track.

[WOPALX]

Core and tank ends look very similar to the VK Motorworks one I have (don't think they are sold anymore).

One thing I was always happy not to do was cut the OEM couplers, makes going back to stock a 10min job

[JB4-335]

Originally Posted by WOPALX

Core and tank ends look very similar to the VK Motorworks one I have (don't think they are sold anymore).

One thing I was always happy not to do was cut the OEM couplers, makes going back to stock a 10min job

I agree. Very similar to VK's coolers.

[Orlin]

Originally Posted by JB4135

You B**CH!!! When did you get the HPF IC. Would love to see some logs Orl's.
You did this mod on the sly.

lol only got it recently, I did dyno my car on map 2 with my listed mods less the fmic and it came in at 252kw atw. I am happy with that considering map 2 is 14.5psi. Our progress is actually pretty similar from what I can see I can only do some after logs but ill do them and send them your way soon.

[JB4-335]

Originally Posted by Orlin

lol only got it recently, I did dyno my car on map 2 with my listed mods less the fmic and it came in at 252kw atw. I am happy with that considering map 2 is 14.5psi. Our progress is actually pretty similar from what I can see I can only do some after logs but ill do them and send them your way soon.

I think we'll be putted down very similar numbers. I'm running map 6 with slightly lower boost values than default and it peaks at 15.5psi and feel very strong. You should try it.

[Jeef Beef]

Looks subtle but aggressive installed. Reading your build threads is bad for my wallet

IATs look pretty promising, but I'm wary on doing any trimming on my car. Going to meth anytime soon?