[Puerto Rican 335d]

As i have mentioned before I replaced my OEM HVAC Filters with the JB Cowl filters and trust me a HUGE differance in the A/C , before the change to get my car to get cold I had to click it at 70-72 degrees Fahrenheit, after the Mod(btw very easy) I have at 76 degrees cause it gets to DAMN cold for my old ass. Here are the pics some blurry but viewable as you will see the OEM HVAC filter is DIRTY and of course BMW has not changed it in 38k, so word to the wise verify your HVAC filter and your air intake filter cause mines have not been changed ok!!

[dixy2k]

I would be more concerned about the rain or water from washing my car going in there, than saving a few pounds of weight.

It seems that a lot of parts are being exposed by removing that black tray.

[dixy2k]

Then there is that long black tube across the engine that normally would be attached to that tray. How did you keep it off the engine?

[Puerto Rican 335d]

dixy YOU dont save 10 lbs you remove the top cover and the bottom tray stays, NO WATER as of yet splashed inside, our cars are different that what Terry has displayed, the cars displayed are 335i 328 etc

[Puerto Rican 335d]

BTW the HOOD cover up and over plus RUBBER gasket protects it

[Hoooper]

Originally Posted by dixy2k

Then there is that long black tube across the engine that normally would be attached to that tray. How did you keep it off the engine?

its just a battery cable and there is a fair amount of slack. You could just let it hang on the engine cover or if you want it could be zip tied up by the firewall

[dixy2k]

I would probably replace just the top housing for the air cabin filters, not the entire tray. It looks like a whole lot of stuff would be exposed to the elements that way.

[Puerto Rican 335d]

dixy thats what I DID left the bottom tray in its place

[dixy2k]

that seems to be a better choice. What the pictures showed didn't attract me.

[Puerto Rican 335d]

car is in the shop send me a txt at 787-459-4518 later and when i get my car I'll send you a pic to post it for me ok

[Hoooper]

Originally Posted by dixy2k

that seems to be a better choice. What the pictures showed didn't attract me.

I agree. I wouldnt remove that tray either. Unless you are planning on dumping a bunch of other parts also to add up weight, that 10 lbs doesnt amount to anything and it provides good peace of mind and possibly some rigidity. Also probably helps keep the incoming cabin air a little bit cooler by not pulling straight from the engine compartment

[Puerto Rican 335d]

Guys the so called 10 lbs are for other 3 series

[Hoooper]

Originally Posted by Puerto Rican 335d

Guys the so called 10 lbs are for other 3 series

its the same tray, if you remove it youre going to lose that weight

[dixy2k]

No issues so far with the rain?

[Puerto Rican 335d]

ONLY the TOP tray is REMOVED!!! amigos no rain has gone in as of yet and its been raining the whole year and more so the last month here in Puerto Rico my car sits almost 10 hrs. in the Rain and sun 5 days a week

[FormerRotor]

Hey, guys, FYI, for those who want the extra room but a more OEM look, this is another option (sorry, I'll try to take a better pic in the daytime tomorrow)…


I had to replace my carbon filters anyway, so I retrofitted in the M3 cowl. It supposedly loses 5 of the 10 lbs lost by the Burger Cowl Filters, gives you the peace of mind of knowing that no water is going anywhere its not supposed to (although I understand that this is probably a non-issue), and definitely frees up some space for access to hard to reach bits (i.e. that one engine acoustic cover bolt) or accessories being mounted into the engine bay. *cough...catch can...cough cough*

[JDG]

how much did that run you I like that better

[JDG]

found it http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...=228781&page=2

[FormerRotor]

Originally Posted by JDG

found it http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...=228781&page=2

Yup, that's the retro (with real pics). Price was about $100 +filters (100 for OEM or 40 for Mann-Hummell)

Note that you need two extra screws and you may want to install a new steal (or at least reinstall the old) which looks to be left out in that pic

[GreekboyD]

Hey FR. Where did you get that air intake from? Notice any gains?

[JDG]

well I just ordered this

1 Collision Catalog - 2008 - BMW - M3
body hardware, cowl, side cover w/M3 Left $0.00 $7.90
1 Collision Catalog - 2008 - BMW - M3
body hardware, cowl, side cover w/M3 Right $0.00 $7.90
1 Collision Catalog - 2008 - BMW - M3
body hardware, cowl, filter housing upper, w/M3 Right $0.00 $18.76
1 Collision Catalog - 2008 - BMW - M3
body hardware, cowl, filter housing upper, w/M3 Left $0.00 $18.76
1 Collision Catalog - 2008 - BMW - M3
body hardware, cowl, filter housing lower, w/M3 Right $0.00 $26.93
1 Collision Catalog - 2008 - BMW - M3
body hardware, cowl, filter housing lower, w/M3 Left $0.00 $26.93
1 OEM Catalog - BMW
PLASTIC BOLT $0.00 $0.60
Sub Total: $107.78
Tax $0.00
Standard Ground - US Only - Shipping $12.95
Handling Fee $2.95
Total: $123.68

part numbers:
64-31-6-958-817
64-31-6-958-818
64-31-6-958-815
64-31-6-958-816
64319144869
64319144870

filters off ebay for 40$

total about 165. a bit more than the BMS filters but all oem stuff.

[FormerRotor]

Originally Posted by GreekboyD

Hey FR. Where did you get that air intake from? Notice any gains?

AEM dryflow (off amazon). No gains; just freeing up room as I try to figure out spacing for some things. The noises are purdy, though. I have mixed feelings about it from a design standpoint, but no losses according to TDIs logs.