02-29-2024, 05:07 PM | #1 |
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x5 35d intercooler testimonials?
I'm considering an intercooler upgrader in conjunction with a tune and delete. Anyone have a testimonial to share? ATM offers a nice looking one, but ebay also has a kit for considerably cheaper and with more complete looking piping... Please help.
Ebay link: https://www.ebay.com/itm/285569156592 ATM link: https://www.atmspeedshop.com/collect...x5-intercooler |
02-29-2024, 09:55 PM | #2 |
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The popular belief is that you don't need an intercooler upgrade unless you are making BIG power. A regular tune/delete will be completely fine w/ stock. You will get boost leaks though, so the stock turbo outlet and charge air hose will need to be upgraded.
That being said, the cheapo versions get a lot of love in the NABDOG group on FB. The ATM one I'm sure is great too but you might get it in six months or so. |
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03-01-2024, 04:31 AM | #3 |
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While the ebay intercooler itself should work the charge pipe looks like its for an N55. Based on that I would assume the hot side piping is also for N55. Not sure how a rigid pipe would work with mounting on the hot side anyway, the flexible one is already a pain.
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