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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Can you drive with a broken charge pipe BMW?
you should be fine IMO I’ve driven with a popped IC line and the car just drove without boost, don’t see how the engine could have got damaged. unless something fell in there but if something fell in there you WILL notice the engine damage. As long as the engine didn’t ingest anything you should be fine.
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.
Does charge pipe Add HP?
No performance benefits other than being stronger than it’s plastic counterpart and recommended for those running tunes (higher boost). No performance benefits other than being stronger than it’s plastic counterpart and recommended for those running tunes (higher boost).
Is the N54 and N55 charge pipe the same?
They are the same pipe. Only difference is the DV/BOV option for N54.
What happens when charge pipe fails?
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.
How long does it take to replace charge pipe?
Charge pipe takes like 20 minutes, so do that yourself. Downpipe on an x-drive can be tricky, but 3 hours is a good starting point. he is adding a BOV with his charge pipe installation and removing the DVs.
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.
Are charge pipes legal?
As mentioned above it is 100% legal , people change it because when you raise the boost the stock charge pipe fails.
Do charge pipes need a tune?
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.
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.
How much HP does downpipe add N55?
The N55 can handle around 550whp and 550wtq on the stock engine block and internals.
Does N55 have wastegate rattle?
Summary on N55 Downpipes Catless downpipes are the least restrictive and offer the most performance benefit, at approx. 25whp for tuned vehicles.
How do I know if my charge pipe is cracked?
It rattles a little bit when full warmed up. Mine does it on startup as well. It takes about 15-30 seconds or so before the rattle noise goes away and the exhaust note changes.
How much is a charge pipe?
Loss of power. Loss of responsiveness. CEL. Limp might be possible.
What is the most common cause of pipe failure?
A chargepipe install shouldn’t cost more than $150 to install at a reputable shop.
What does a upgraded charge pipe do?
The most common reason for a pipe failure is corrosion. As water flows from the municipal water system into and through your Chicago building’s plumbing pipes, the chemicals and impurities in the water react with the metal of the plumbing pipes.
Does N55 need BOV?
Performance Benefits of an Upgraded Chargepipe Most of the aftermarket upgrades will have slightly larger diameter piping which can hold more air and has been claimed to increase throttle response. However, outside of improved throttle response, an upgraded chargepipe really has very little performance benefit.
What connects a charge pipe?
There is no BOV. The N55 has a built in diverter valve, which is similar.
What makes a turbo whistle more?
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.
How do I get my turbo to flutter?
What causes turbo whistle? Turbo whistle is the sound of the compressor inside the turbocharger speeding up (also known as ‘spooling up’, which is why it kicks in at the boost threshold (when the turbo starts to kick in) as you accelerate up the rev range.
How can I make my turbo super loud?
What’s the difference between charge pipe and downpipe?
Turbo flutter, also known as compressor surge, occurs when you step off the accelerator after achieving peak boost. While the engine shuts off airflow, all the pressure from the turbo is still there — looking for somewhere to escape.
Where is the charge pipe BMW?
Downpipes should lower back pressure and EGTs, so the system will be more efficient. At the same time you’ll very likely be boosting more with more load and timing, so it’s all relative. Chargepipe has nothing to do with saving your turbos, it’s just for piece of mind. Completely your call if you want to upgrade.