Charge Pipe Upgrades N55

harry.h · 08-16-2021, 09:23 AM

I'm looking for some upgraded charge pipe options for my M235i, considering between the few popular UK brands Forge, Masata and MTC? Not sure if there's anyone from the UK here that could share some thoughts?

Car is just stock now but I'm getting a BM3 tune soon so figured its best to get an upgraded CP along with that. More plans to come too, probably an intercooler

KennyFSU · 08-16-2021, 11:07 AM

I have the VRSF on mine, fitment is great and has been holding up fine for the past few years.

Info@mad-us.com · 08-16-2021, 08:07 PM

We have a great fitting charge pipe and currently on sale

We also have two intercooler options as well 5 inch stepped core and 7 inch stepped core.

stardustin86 · 08-16-2021, 09:10 PM

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Originally Posted by harry.h

I'm looking for some upgraded charge pipe options for my M235i, considering between the few popular UK brands Forge, Masata and MTC? Not sure if there's anyone from the UK here that could share some thoughts?

Car is just stock now but I'm getting a BM3 tune soon so figured its best to get an upgraded CP along with that. More plans to come too, probably an intercooler

I dont think we have the same models, but since I stumbled upon this thread I'll share my thoughts haha!

I was also deciding on CPs a few weeks back, finally got it direct off the Masata website. They offer free delivery, and it arrived next day after I made payment. Service was also excellent, so I would highly recommend.

I have also heard good things about Forge through my research, so that's another potential option. Not too sure about MTC, never heard of it tbh!

harry.h · 08-16-2021, 11:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Info@mad-us.com

We have a great fitting charge pipe and currently on sale

We also have two intercooler options as well 5 inch stepped core and 7 inch stepped core.

Thanks for sharing, Just had a look at your website, prices aren't too bad but shipping is a pain though

harry.h · 08-16-2021, 11:45 PM

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Originally Posted by stardustin86

I dont think we have the same models, but since I stumbled upon this thread I'll share my thoughts haha!

I was also deciding on CPs a few weeks back, finally got it direct off the Masata website. They offer free delivery, and it arrived next day after I made payment. Service was also excellent, so I would highly recommend.

I have also heard good things about Forge through my research, so that's another potential option. Not too sure about MTC, never heard of it tbh!

Thank you! Have you got the chance to fit them yet? How's the fitment of the Chargepipe and the quality overall?

Yeah from what I've heard around the Forge and Masata ones are most popular in the UK.

ax2r · 08-17-2021, 12:08 AM

I've got the Forge ones on mine, fitment is great.

Some of my friends went with the Masata charge pipe and no problems so far. I think they got it from ML Performance and even had the Masata N55 intercooler installed.

stardustin86 · 08-17-2021, 07:32 AM

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Originally Posted by harry.h

Thank you! Have you got the chance to fit them yet? How's the fitment of the Chargepipe and the quality overall?

Yeah from what I've heard around the Forge and Masata ones are most popular in the UK.

Yeah fitment is great and the quality is pretty solid

I'd say it's better than the VRSF ones I previously had when I was in the states.

mike@x-ph.com · 08-17-2021, 09:20 AM

check out our website, we offer low-priced brands with aggressive shipping.

harry.h · 08-18-2021, 12:30 AM

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Originally Posted by ax2r

I've got the Forge ones on mine, fitment is great.

Some of my friends went with the Masata charge pipe and no problems so far. I think they got it from ML Performance and even had the Masata N55 intercooler installed.

Cool! Do you have fitted photos that you could share?

harry.h · 08-18-2021, 12:33 AM

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Originally Posted by stardustin86

Yeah fitment is great and the quality is pretty solid

I'd say it's better than the VRSF ones I previously had when I was in the states.

Cool, do you possibly have fitted photos? Where did you get it from?

Saw some people saying they had fitment issues with the VRSF ones lol

harry.h · 08-18-2021, 12:35 AM

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Originally Posted by mike@x-ph.com

check out our website, we offer low-priced brands with aggressive shipping.

Thanks! Just had a look, and the FTP ones including shipping isn't too bad, but was wondering if it's a good charge pipe? Were there any complains about fitment issues for these?

Also, how many days does it take for shipping to the UK?

Efftooto · 08-18-2021, 07:20 AM

I've acquired all my upgraded tuning parts from Extreme Power House. CP, FMIC, DP and bm3. All came reasonably quickly despite the nightmare shipping scenario surrounding the Covid Pandemic. I'm in Logistics so I know.... And for reference I can usually count on a 2 day delivery to the UK with FedEx International Priority. Can't speak for the Economy level as my company gets a sweet deal on the Priority service. And as long as the CP isn't plastic you should be good to go. I've got the VRSF one for the N55 and it fits fine.

Chris

mike@x-ph.com · 08-18-2021, 08:19 AM

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Originally Posted by harry.h

Thanks! Just had a look, and the FTP ones including shipping isn't too bad, but was wondering if it's a good charge pipe? Were there any complains about fitment issues for these?

Also, how many days does it take for shipping to the UK?

FTP charge pipes are high quality

shipping time depends on the service you choose, but even the cheapest one is quick (5-10 days)

harry.h · 08-19-2021, 12:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Efftooto

I've acquired all my upgraded tuning parts from Extreme Power House. CP, FMIC, DP and bm3. All came reasonably quickly despite the nightmare shipping scenario surrounding the Covid Pandemic. I'm in Logistics so I know.... And for reference I can usually count on a 2 day delivery to the UK with FedEx International Priority. Can't speak for the Economy level as my company gets a sweet deal on the Priority service. And as long as the CP isn't plastic you should be good to go. I've got the VRSF one for the N55 and it fits fine.

Chris

Thanks Chris, which intercooler did you go for? might be getting one after the charge pipe

Efftooto · 08-19-2021, 06:47 AM

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Originally Posted by harry.h

Thanks Chris, which intercooler did you go for? might be getting one after the charge pipe

Hi. I got the CTS Turbo intercooler and high flow downpipe.

Chris

mike@x-ph.com · 08-19-2021, 09:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Efftooto

Hi. I got the CTS Turbo intercooler and high flow downpipe.

Chris

AmuroRay · 08-19-2021, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Efftooto

Hi. I got the CTS Turbo intercooler and high flow downpipe.

Chris

I hope it was a race model, because the standard CTS intercooler is garbage.

celsdogg · 08-19-2021, 04:51 PM

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Originally Posted by harry.h

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Originally Posted by mike@x-ph.com

check out our website, we offer low-priced brands with aggressive shipping.

Thanks! Just had a look, and the FTP ones including shipping isn't too bad, but was wondering if it's a good charge pipe? Were there any complains about fitment issues for these?

Also, how many days does it take for shipping to the UK?

I've installed 2 FTP CPs and they've been great! Easy to install and comes with all new seals.

mike@x-ph.com · 08-20-2021, 09:45 AM

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Originally Posted by celsdogg

I've installed 2 FTP CPs and they've been great! Easy to install and comes with all new seals.

123Britt · 08-21-2021, 11:06 AM

I think it is a good idea to match your Charge Pipe Brand to the same as your intercooler Brand --- ensures good fitment.

Just a thought.

mike@x-ph.com · 08-21-2021, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by 123Britt

I think it is a good idea to match your Charge Pipe Brand to the same as your intercooler Brand --- ensures good fitment.

Just a thought.

that's always the safe way to go or you can check with your vendor/forum members for tested combinations

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Efftooto Private 44 Rep 87 Posts Drives: '16 M235i Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: Ontario, Canada iTrader: (0)	I've acquired all my upgraded tuning parts from Extreme Power House. CP, FMIC, DP and bm3. All came reasonably quickly despite the nightmare shipping scenario surrounding the Covid Pandemic. I'm in Logistics so I know.... And for reference I can usually count on a 2 day delivery to the UK with FedEx International Priority. Can't speak for the Economy level as my company gets a sweet deal on the Priority service. And as long as the CP isn't plastic you should be good to go. I've got the VRSF one for the N55 and it fits fine. Chris
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