are intakes really worth it - Chime In

[bm5bullit]

Originally Posted by allmotor_2000

Nobody is arguing if modified intakes make power or not. I have verified that the stock box with charcoal and OEM filters is restrictive.

We are using the stock box w/charcoal delete and K&N as the baseline. This gains around 10-15whp depending on supporting mods.

Any gains from other intakes that cost more than the $100 required above needs to be substantial to validate the cost delta.

So to the OP - yes intakes are a must, but for most of the folks in the 700-800hp range, modified stock system appears to provide the best value.

Personally I place $0 value on sound, but that’s my own preference.

I agree with your assessment and your points for those forum members in the big HP league.

[KMORGSM5]

End of the day. Cost for power is better spent elsewhere.

If you like that sound well worth it.

As far as lowering AIT I have yet to see a difference that is worth the money.

[SalM]

I have the RK-Tunes (NOT RKAutowerks) Intakes and they are phenomenal. Cheaper than most brands and front mount! PM Me if youre interested in a set off their website, RKTunes.com The owner is a good buddy of mine !

[allmotor_2000]

So yesterday the BMS M5 ran a 169.8mph in the 1/2 mile with stock turbos, stock downpipes, stock exhaust.

Just the JB4, Meth and their intakes along with upgraded clutch packs.

I believe to date this is the 2nd quickest 1/2 mile trap that I am aware of and it’s phenomenal how little is modified. Maybe $5K total in parts?

[KMORGSM5]

Originally Posted by allmotor_2000

So yesterday the BMS M5 ran a 169.8mph in the 1/2 mile with stock turbos, stock downpipes, stock exhaust.

Just the JB4, Meth and their intakes along with upgraded clutch packs.

I believe to date this is the 2nd quickest 1/2 mile trap that I am aware of and it’s phenomenal how little is modified. Maybe $5K total in parts?

Wow that's fast. What tires was it running?

[Craze]

Ive ordered magnum afe pro dry filters

I dont expect much other than slightly better turbo response and maybe slight noise
I just like not replacing and only washing filters

[allmotor_2000]

Originally Posted by KMORGSM5

Wow that's fast. What tires was it running?

Stock...

[Mcc420]

Originally Posted by allmotor_2000

So yesterday the BMS M5 ran a 169.8mph in the 1/2 mile with stock turbos, stock downpipes, stock exhaust.

Just the JB4, Meth and their intakes along with upgraded clutch packs.

I believe to date this is the 2nd quickest 1/2 mile trap that I am aware of and it’s phenomenal how little is modified. Maybe $5K total in parts?

Wow that's fast. How much psi?

[allmotor_2000]

Originally Posted by Mcc420

Wow that's fast. How much psi?

Probably 26-27 which is the sweet spot on stock heads and turbos

[serhat06]

Originally Posted by HXS

My thoughts exactly and experience with the BMS the same. Do you have a link to the Project Gamma intake? No CEL with those?

here is the online check out or Instagram account
https://project-gamma.myshopify.com/

https://www.instagram.com/project_gamma/

[E F10 M5]

Originally Posted by serhat06

here is the online check out or Instagram account
https://project-gamma.myshopify.com/

https://www.instagram.com/project_gamma/

Interesting, intake made out of Silicone.

[TheHouseWon]

Makes me want to get into the intake biznezz for the F90...hmmm. Silicone tubes, clamps, k&n filters, and an Instagram account. 300% margin.

[PattyF10M5]

For a little more then the BMS intakes the Project_Gamma intakes look and sound awesome but are they safe? I really want to get them but I am worried there potentially dangerous for the engine. Someone convince me otherwise as I really want them for that sound.

[Pikey Motorsports]

Originally Posted by PattyF10M5

For a little more then the BMS intakes the Project_Gamma intakes look and sound awesome but are they safe? I really want to get them but I am worried there potentially dangerous for the engine. Someone convince me otherwise as I really want them for that sound.

There are 100’s running msr it’s the same setup, just maintain them regularly maybe even fit a filter sock in the winter, don’t drive in excessive rain and if you don’t live in the desert they will be fine

[steeve13m]

Originally Posted by PattyF10M5

For a little more then the BMS intakes the Project_Gamma intakes look and sound awesome but are they safe? I really want to get them but I am worried there potentially dangerous for the engine. Someone convince me otherwise as I really want them for that sound.

Personally I am not a fan of the intake with cones in the grill area.....over time the constant highway sandblasting will deteriorate the filter and just means larger dirt particles will enter the engine.....BMS is the best option in my opinion.

[Pikey Motorsports]

I think it’s down to how you use the car

If it’s not an everyday there’s not a prob with them being behind the grille, don’t forget you can fit filter socks aswell which will help from particles etc more

But if you are daily the car in all sorts of weather and you don’t want as much maintainence then probaly best with an enclosed intake or bms if you want sound

I’m running something similar to bms right now will report back how I like the change once the new intake is on

[747flyboy]

Originally Posted by epiphanyray

Just ordered on Amazon. My logs show 1050 kg/h air flow coming into the engine at redline in third gear. Just for the hell of it, will do a couple pulls once these K&Ns are in and see if my airflow increases. Will keep you guys posted.

I appreciate amazon order link.



Thank you

[theinfamousdrew]

I've been doing a good bit of research on intakes the past couple weeks.
After reading dozens of posts I think I'm going to tackle building a set on my own.

My design will be based off popular front mount systems.
We'll see how this goes.

[Pikey Motorsports]

Originally Posted by theinfamousdrew

I've been doing a good bit of research on intakes the past couple weeks.
After reading dozens of posts I think I'm going to tackle building a set on my own.

My design will be based off popular front mount systems.
We'll see how this goes.

I was going to do the same but couldn’t be bothered with getting the maf housing scaled up

[theinfamousdrew]

Originally Posted by Pikey Motorsports

I was going to do the same but couldn’t be bothered with getting the maf housing scaled up

Yea I realize that's going to be a challenge. My plan is to use the stock flex joint and do my best to mirror the exact location of the stock flange.
I've been taking all sorts of measurements hopefully to get it just right.

[MarcF10]

Originally Posted by steeve13m

Personally I am not a fan of the intake with cones in the grill area.....over time the constant highway sandblasting will deteriorate the filter and just means larger dirt particles will enter the engine.....BMS is the best option in my opinion.

Completely agree. They are wrong. The right approach is similar to OEM so either eventuri or aFe. The stock box is good but needs modifications as quite restrictive.

What I would like to find out is what happens to fuel efficiency post fitting a cold air intake. Is this something that improves or worsens the mpg?