Need help decding which FMIC to get

xVeNoMx · 07-09-2010, 11:05 AM

ok so i am thinking of adding a fmic to my car but i am not sure which one to get. Which one would be most reliable?, which one gives better performance?
Three that i found were Evolution Racewerks, Active Autowerke, and RPi intercooler. Those are the ones i found on mod bargains. I also saw Stett's FMIC so these are the ones im trying to decide from. Pros and cons of all would be great

dzenno · 07-09-2010, 11:09 AM

take a look at Helix as well...i've got that one...they just recently did a redesign as well which looks even better...

xVeNoMx · 07-09-2010, 11:23 AM

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Originally Posted by dzenno

take a look at Helix as well...i've got that one...they just recently did a redesign as well which looks even better...

yes i knew i was forgetting one how do you like yours? do you think it was worth it?

dzenno · 07-09-2010, 11:28 AM

was definitely worth it...there are a huge number of independent reviews on this forum as well as a pretty in-depth thread on the shootout between different FMICs and Helix came out on top...that was a while back though...

if I was buying one today I'd consider the newly redesigned Helix first and the HPF second..

SV Concepts III · 07-09-2010, 12:33 PM

Active and AMS are solid choices. I prefer Active as it's a bit larger than others but does require trimming the bumper on some cars.

import36 · 07-09-2010, 12:37 PM

was going to say you left off two great choices in AMS and HPF.

ModBargains.com · 07-09-2010, 12:45 PM

Make sure to also check out the AMS intercooler as well

dzenno · 07-09-2010, 12:48 PM

wow, look at the vultur...ahemm, vendors in here

:thubmsup:

bro, read some independent reviews and make an educated purchase...not saying these vendors are misleading you in any way but you'll need to read up a bit...ton of threads on here...in any case, don't think you'll go wrong on any of these: Helix (especially redesigned, personally think nothing beats it right now), AMS, HPF, AA

GaryS · 07-09-2010, 12:57 PM

I've never seen a credible comparison. Enough people have tested the Helix to convince me that it helps; and my own experience convinces me that my cp-e FMIC helps. But I think that's about as good as the data gets.

yandy · 07-09-2010, 01:12 PM

Evolution Racewerks FTW!

vasillalov · 07-09-2010, 01:38 PM

I am surprised you have not considered HPF? I don't think anything else comes even close to their stuff:

http://www.horsepowerfreaks.com/part...nt_Mount/16586

Ooh, and its capable of 650 whp...

Clap135 · 07-09-2010, 01:53 PM

Take what you read on here with a grain of salt. These personal reviews are done by Joe smoe who doesn't know his ass from his elbow. The venders will push whatever they stock. I would avoid intercoolers with shit end tank design that look like someone welded Lego blocks together.

Mike@N54Tuning.com · 07-09-2010, 02:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dzenno

wow, look at the vultur...ahemm, vendors in here

:thubmsup:

bro, read some independent reviews and make an educated purchase...not saying these vendors are misleading you in any way but you'll need to read up a bit...ton of threads on here...in any case, don't think you'll go wrong on any of these: Helix (especially redesigned, personally think nothing beats it right now), AMS, HPF, AA

LOL

I was going to post but then saw this so thought twice, but just want to offer advice

I have sold/carry many brands but I would say the two I like the most and my customers like the most are the AMS and Helix. Both are great units and fitment is spot on!

Mike

lyndon_h · 07-09-2010, 03:00 PM

so we have effectively named every FMIC on the market for the e9x. I think we made the OP's decision a little easier. LOL

rismo · 07-09-2010, 05:09 PM

I can't complain about the Helix, excellent IAT's both on the track as on the street.. but I have to be honest, my reference is the standard BMW IC...

There is a comparison on the board somewhere, Helix jumped out in ways of IC performance, pretty sure the others will do a good job too! Just be sure that you do not by chines crap or similair.. Constructing a good IC is a specialist job.

Go with a proven specialist! ;-)

klipseracer · 07-09-2010, 05:14 PM

I'll sell you my AMS right now for 650 shipped. Comes with 3" intercooler piping and silicon couplers and T-Bolt clamps. Only has a few thousand miles on it.

ETS Michael · 07-09-2010, 05:39 PM

http://www.extremeturbosystems.com/p...duct_info.html

We have a pre order group buy going on for $599.00 shipped. They won't be ready to ship tell the end of the month start of next month. Only $200.00 to reserve your spot.

Check out our site above for all the details on our FMIC.

Thanks!

Michael

cn555ic · 07-09-2010, 05:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Clap135

Take what you read on here with a grain of salt. These personal reviews are done by Joe smoe who doesn't know his ass from his elbow. The venders will push whatever they stock. I would avoid intercoolers with shit end tank design that look like someone welded Lego blocks together.

Can you let us know which one fits this Lego block endtanks that you are describing? Which ones you feel that are on the market today fits that description!

xVeNoMx · 07-09-2010, 07:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Clap135

Take what you read on here with a grain of salt. These personal reviews are done by Joe smoe who doesn't know his ass from his elbow. The venders will push whatever they stock. I would avoid intercoolers with shit end tank design that look like someone welded Lego blocks together.

yea man thats why i am asking this question in this thread i am trying to get multiple reviews of different FMIC so i can make a decision. But unfortunately i dont know which one to go with they all seem good and all claim about the same hp gain. But i dont know which to chose some are big some are small and so on and so forth. so any personal reviews would be helpful i will search for others as well on my own

illone · 07-09-2010, 07:41 PM

Helix is a solid choice.

I love mine.

I did buy the car from a close friend who already had it installed on the car, so it's not like I had a choice but Helix is a solid company and IC is a must do upgrade on this car.

Clap135 · 07-09-2010, 11:57 PM

Helix has by far the worse endtanks I have ever seen. Simply apply common sense when looking at the desgin of that intercooler......People who spend money on something will always tell you their brand is the best.

Seriously? Would you rather have airflow going through bends or 90 degree angles? Whats up with the outlet/inlet pipes simple welded to the center of a block? Its simply horrible and yet people who don't know any better believe marketing bs and say omg its the bestest eva! Think.

Incase you lack common sense, here are some facts
http://www.dvdtfab.com/intercoolertestlab.pdf

mkiv · 07-10-2010, 03:17 AM

+100 for ets

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07-09-2010, 11:09 AM	#2
dzenno Banned 273 Rep 5,876 Posts Drives: Join Date: Feb 2006 iTrader: (1)	take a look at Helix as well...i've got that one...they just recently did a redesign as well which looks even better...
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dzenno Banned 273 Rep 5,876 Posts Drives: Join Date: Feb 2006 iTrader: (1)	was definitely worth it...there are a huge number of independent reviews on this forum as well as a pretty in-depth thread on the shootout between different FMICs and Helix came out on top...that was a while back though... if I was buying one today I'd consider the newly redesigned Helix first and the HPF second..
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SV Concepts III Lieutenant General 375 Rep 17,017 Posts Drives: BMW Duh Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Santa Clara iTrader: (13)	Active and AMS are solid choices. I prefer Active as it's a bit larger than others but does require trimming the bumper on some cars.
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import36 Burrito bowl connoisseur 124 Rep 3,501 Posts Drives: 2015 Nissan GTR Black Edition Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Seven Cities iTrader: (1)	was going to say you left off two great choices in AMS and HPF.
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ModBargains.com Banned 475 Rep 13,583 Posts Drives: JB E92 335i Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: 1721 E. Lambert Rd #C, La Habra, CA 90631 iTrader: (51)	Make sure to also check out the AMS intercooler as well
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dzenno Banned 273 Rep 5,876 Posts Drives: Join Date: Feb 2006 iTrader: (1)	wow, look at the vultur...ahemm, vendors in here :thubmsup: bro, read some independent reviews and make an educated purchase...not saying these vendors are misleading you in any way but you'll need to read up a bit...ton of threads on here...in any case, don't think you'll go wrong on any of these: Helix (especially redesigned, personally think nothing beats it right now), AMS, HPF, AA
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07-09-2010, 12:57 PM	#9
GaryS Colonel 37 Rep 2,084 Posts Drives: 2009 135i 6MT Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Maryland iTrader: (0) Garage List 2009 135i [6.50]	I've never seen a credible comparison. Enough people have tested the Helix to convince me that it helps; and my own experience convinces me that my cp-e FMIC helps. But I think that's about as good as the data gets.
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yandy Lieutenant Colonel 108 Rep 1,973 Posts Drives: 2009 e92 MR "Civic" ///M3 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Miami, FL iTrader: (3) Garage List 2009 BMW M3 [0.00]	Evolution Racewerks FTW! __________________ \|\| DCT \| ESS Tune \| ACM Test-pipes \| AA Green Filter \| Swift Spec-R Springs \| Stoptech ST-40 F \|\| \|\| My Youtube Channel \|\|
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vasillalov Mad Linux Guru On The Loose 1121 Rep 5,396 Posts Drives: 2008 335i Sedan, 2023 M3 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Chicago, IL iTrader: (5) Garage List 2023 BMW M3 [0.00] 2008 335i E90 [8.00]	I am surprised you have not considered HPF? I don't think anything else comes even close to their stuff: http://www.horsepowerfreaks.com/part...nt_Mount/16586 Ooh, and its capable of 650 whp... __________________ 6MT \| COBB \| AR \| AE \| Forge DV \| HPF \| P3 Gauge \| Hybrid Intake \| O.S.Giken TCD \| All M3 bits \| TCKLine \| StopTech \| UUC \| ER \| SPEC
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Clap135 Brigadier General 102 Rep 3,460 Posts Drives: 2009 N54 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Sticky's Mom House iTrader: (1)	Take what you read on here with a grain of salt. These personal reviews are done by Joe smoe who doesn't know his ass from his elbow. The venders will push whatever they stock. I would avoid intercoolers with shit end tank design that look like someone welded Lego blocks together.
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lyndon_h Lieutenant Colonel 40 Rep 1,917 Posts Drives: e90 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Madagascar iTrader: (2)	so we have effectively named every FMIC on the market for the e9x. I think we made the OP's decision a little easier. LOL
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rismo Captain 76 Rep 911 Posts Drives: BMW E92 335 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Europe iTrader: (0)	I can't complain about the Helix, excellent IAT's both on the track as on the street.. but I have to be honest, my reference is the standard BMW IC... There is a comparison on the board somewhere, Helix jumped out in ways of IC performance, pretty sure the others will do a good job too! Just be sure that you do not by chines crap or similair.. Constructing a good IC is a specialist job. Go with a proven specialist! ;-) __________________ BMW 335 E92 09 - Full options - DKG - MHD by Buraq - RB Next Gen - RB Inlets/Outlet - Forge Diverter Valves - AR Catless DP - Afe Intake - Helix IC - FuelIT Stage 2 LPFP - Ar Oil Cooler - PPK Water Cooler - M3 Suspension - JRZ RS1 Shocks - Eibach Pro Springs - Drexler LSD - BMW IS Exhaust - Carbon Endurance Brake Pads - Stainless Steel Brake Lines - M101 Wheels - Michelin PS2 - M-Tech Body - M-Strutbar BMW M550i G30 2019 - BM3
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klipseracer Banned 219 Rep 3,012 Posts Drives: 2007 E90 335i, 05 E46 330i Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Arizona iTrader: (27) Garage List 2007 335i [0.00] 2005 330i [0.00]	I'll sell you my AMS right now for 650 shipped. Comes with 3" intercooler piping and silicon couplers and T-Bolt clamps. Only has a few thousand miles on it.
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ETS Michael Major 76 Rep 1,155 Posts Drives: 335i Join Date: May 2009 Location: Vancouver, WA iTrader: (4)	http://www.extremeturbosystems.com/p...duct_info.html We have a pre order group buy going on for $599.00 shipped. They won't be ready to ship tell the end of the month start of next month. Only $200.00 to reserve your spot. Check out our site above for all the details on our FMIC. Thanks! Michael
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07-09-2010, 07:41 PM	#20
illone Private 4 Rep 53 Posts Drives: e90 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: AZ iTrader: (1)	Helix is a solid choice. I love mine. I did buy the car from a close friend who already had it installed on the car, so it's not like I had a choice but Helix is a solid company and IC is a must do upgrade on this car.
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Clap135 Brigadier General 102 Rep 3,460 Posts Drives: 2009 N54 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Sticky's Mom House iTrader: (1)	Helix has by far the worse endtanks I have ever seen. Simply apply common sense when looking at the desgin of that intercooler......People who spend money on something will always tell you their brand is the best. Seriously? Would you rather have airflow going through bends or 90 degree angles? Whats up with the outlet/inlet pipes simple welded to the center of a block? Its simply horrible and yet people who don't know any better believe marketing bs and say omg its the bestest eva! Think. Incase you lack common sense, here are some facts http://www.dvdtfab.com/intercoolertestlab.pdf Last edited by Clap135; 07-10-2010 at 12:08 AM..
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