it is normal to hear more of the turbo sound when the upgraded charge pipe is larger than stock, but it can also be due to a boost leak.
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Does B58 need charge pipe?
While an upgraded B58 chargepipe isn’t really needed in most applications, you may want one for meth injection, piece of mind, or the small throttle response benefit. Our favorite chargepipe option for the B58 is the VRSF B58 chargepipe.
Does a charge pipe add horsepower?
No performance benefits other than being stronger than it’s plastic counterpart and recommended for those running tunes (higher boost).
Do you need a tune for a charge pipe BMW?
A chargepipe (imo) is pointless without a tune. The stock one should be fine for stock boost. Even a Stage 1 tune, it is not necessary. A downpipe + exhaust will give you some more power, and a lot more noise.
Does a charge pipe do anything?
what does a chargepipe do in a car??? It routes air from the turbo >> intercooler >> charge pipe >> engine. Basically carries the turbo’s / compressed air into the engine.
Does the B58 have an intercooler?
Yes, the B58 engine does have an intercooler. However, it is not the common intercooler setup you would see on most turbo vehicles. While most forced induction engines use “direct” air-to-air cooling, the B58 intercooler uses an “indirect” water-to-air cooling system.
Will a charge pipe void warranty?
Installing an aftermarket charge pipe will not “void your warranty” – if anything, you might get a warranty claim denied if there is some engine issue that is directly related to the charge pipe and they can prove that it caused the problem. The warranty stays intact for everything else.
Should I upgrade charge pipe?
If you aren’t leaking boost, your charge pipe could be made of solid platinum and it wouldn’t matter at all. People upgrade charge piping because the stock piping tends to leak at higher boost pressure. There is nothing magical about a metal pipe over a plastic one, it’s not a power mod or anything like that.
What does BMW charge pipe do?
Charge pipes are a common discussion on turbo BMW engines. The charge pipe (CP) is partly responsible for carrying charge air (or boosted air) to the engine. Unfortunately, BMW’s N55 engine uses a plastic charge pipe. The N55 charge pipe is prone to cracking and popping off at higher than stock boost levels.
What is a Stage 1 tune on a BMW?
By definition, a Stage 1 tune is designed to safely increase the performance of the engine without any hardware modifications. A Stage2 (or higher) tune requires prerequisite hardware modifications. There are two common mods needed.
Can I run a downpipe without a tune?
You can install the downpipe no tune without any issues. Just ignore the CEL . You can install downpipe, intercooler without a tune.
Is charge pipe and downpipe the same?
Charge pipe is not for performance just stronger than stock one. Downpipe will add 15-25HP depends on your mods plus your exhaust will sound louder (you will love it) also your turbo’s will spool faster (you’ll hear it) with downpipe.
How much is a charge pipe?
A chargepipe install shouldn’t cost more than $150 to install at a reputable shop.
What is a charge pipe on a turbo?
and the chargepipe is the pipe that’s connected to the intercooler piping and intake manifold and that’s what either the DV’s or BOV is connected to, our stock chargepipe is rubber so with higher boost they can bend and squeeze. all aftermarket pipes are either SS or aluminum.
What is port injection B58?
The Precision Raceworks B58 Port Injection kit with flex fuel compatibility is a necessity to safely and sufficiently support the power levels anyone needing additional fueling. This kit is capable of providing supplemental fueling to all BMW’s equipped with B58 Gen 1 engine (see fitment guide for full details).
What does bigger intercooler pipes do?
Now the downside of bigger intercooler piping is the same as an overkill intercooler. The bigger the piping, the bigger the volume of air between the turbo and the intake. This effectively means a slower spool because it just takes longer to build pressure in a bigger volume.
What is a charge air tube?
Air cooler hoses (also known as charge-air cooler hoses or CAC hoses) are used to connect turbo, supercharger, or intercooler systems to a vehicle’s charge cooler inlet. They are also used to connect the charge cooler inlet to the vehicle’s engine manifold.
What does a charge pipe do WRX?
The PERRIN Charge Pipe has a perfectly smooth interior, constant radii, and gradual bends, making for much more efficient air delivery. This all combines to increase horsepower and improve boost response.
Does coding your BMW void warranty?
The answer is: it depends. BMW iDrive coding tweaks the factory software of your BMW to unlock new features of your car. Because it’s basically overriding the factory settings, coding your BMW may void the warranty in some cases.
Do downpipes void warranty BMW?
Yes it can void your warranty if you get caught, they have to prove your DP broke whatever if you break something. A tune isn’t required but you’ll get a CEL and not using the DP to it’s full potential.
Will going Catless void warranty?
In and of itself, a cat less downpipe shouldn’t result in a denial of service claim made under your warranty unless whatever the claim is for can reasonably be attributed to the downpipe.
What is charge pipe and boost pipe?
Inlet pipe: from air intake to turbo. Boost pipe: from turbo to intercooler. Charge pipe: from intercooler to throttle body.
What is a charge pipe kit?
AEM charge pipes consist of free-flowing, mandrel-bent aluminum tubes that replace your vehicle’s restrictive factory intercooler piping. AEM charge pipes have been engineered to reduce turbo charged air pressure loss as well as dramatically increase air flow from the turbo to the intercooler.
Where is the charge pipe N55?
The charge pipe is directly connected to the throttle body.
What happens if charge pipe breaks?
Failure of this pipe will allow the pressure generated by the turbocharger to vent to the atmosphere instead of going into the engine. This results in very low power, and unfiltered air being drawn into the engine.