RPI Scoops, intake boot

**flow350** · Sat, Jan-15-2011, 04:39:29 AM

Now you are talking, the short shifter is a good 'mod' that you will appreciate. You won't notice a thing with a drop in filter and scoops, but you will notice a huge difference with the shifter.

Intake 'noise' is for the Honda boys...in my opinion.

Drew Stahlgrau · Sat, Jan-15-2011, 06:04:20 AM

I have the RPI scoops, BMC drop-in and a clean MAF.( w/stock boot.)

Yes, I felt a difference but here's why...

1. OEM filter was dirty..a clean filter vs. dirty should (theoretically)improve performance. The BMC filter showed dyno improvements(?) posted on this board;

2. Simultaneously, I cleaned the MAF..the improvement this makes on this car has been well documented on this thread post-cleaning. Use the search on this topic;

These three things made the car seem more willing to rev. The difference felt a like a "1/2 way" sport mode difference if I had to describe it in detail.

Personally, I think the clean MAF and filter made the difference. Scoops? well they look cool but......

mjg · Sat, Jan-15-2011, 06:33:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by flow350

Intake 'noise' is for the Honda boys...in my opinion.

Don't tell that to CSL owners.

FrankJones · Sat, Jan-15-2011, 09:23:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by trebm3

Short shifter is a great mod because you use it ALL THE TIME. Think of mods that you can take full advantage of because they affect the way you drive. Suspension, brakes, short shifter, nice speakers/deck. Modding a E46 M3 isn't cheap as I'm sure you know

I know it's off topic and I don't care cause I do love my SSK! I do, I do!!!
Ok I'm done...

MPOWERD · Sat, Jan-15-2011, 10:44:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by flow350

Now you are talking, the short shifter is a good 'mod' that you will appreciate. You won't notice a thing with a drop in filter and scoops, but you will notice a huge difference with the shifter.

Intake 'noise' is for the Honda boys...in my opinion.

E46M3BMW · Sat, Jan-15-2011, 07:52:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by flow350

Now you are talking, the short shifter is a good 'mod' that you will appreciate. You won't notice a thing with a drop in filter and scoops, but you will notice a huge difference with the shifter.

Intake 'noise' is for the Honda boys...in my opinion.

Yup. I doubt anyone is really going to notice 5wph if that.

**flow350** · Sat, Jan-15-2011, 10:09:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mjg

Don't tell that to CSL owners.

Very true, I stand corrected. The CSL intake swap is a real intake. I just do not think a drop in filter and elbow should be considered an intake...

MPOWERD · Sat, Jan-15-2011, 10:47:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by flow350

Very true, I stand corrected. The CSL intake swap is a real intake. I just do not think a drop in filter and elbow should be considered an intake...

Ah yes I agree with you, glad you clarified that...

silvr333 · Fri, Jan-28-2011, 10:31:53 PM

Thanks guys i pulled the plug on the Dinan short shift kit today and i love it.

Sat, Jan-15-2011, 04:39:29 AM	#11
flow350 Banned Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 530 Reputation: 0 Location: Atlanta	Re: RPI Scoops, intake boot Now you are talking, the short shifter is a good 'mod' that you will appreciate. You won't notice a thing with a drop in filter and scoops, but you will notice a huge difference with the shifter. Intake 'noise' is for the Honda boys...in my opinion.

Sat, Jan-15-2011, 06:04:20 AM	#12
Drew Stahlgrau Sienar Fleet Systems Inc. Join Date: Apr 2003 Posts: 196 In the garage: '08 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA '84 BMW 318 '02 BMW M3 Reputation: 0 Location: South Florida	Re: RPI Scoops, intake boot I have the RPI scoops, BMC drop-in and a clean MAF.( w/stock boot.) Yes, I felt a difference but here's why... 1. OEM filter was dirty..a clean filter vs. dirty should (theoretically)improve performance. The BMC filter showed dyno improvements(?) posted on this board; 2. Simultaneously, I cleaned the MAF..the improvement this makes on this car has been well documented on this thread post-cleaning. Use the search on this topic; These three things made the car seem more willing to rev. The difference felt a like a "1/2 way" sport mode difference if I had to describe it in detail. Personally, I think the clean MAF and filter made the difference. Scoops? well they look cool but...... __________________ Current Mods: Brembo GranTurismo BBK, Active Autowerke Exhaust,AR20,RPi Scoops,BMC Filter,H&R's,Konis, Maya RT5,Toyo T1R, Matte Black Grills,Monochrome "M3" badges, CF Valve Cover,Roundels & trim, Depo Smoked Corners,Stealthauto bulbs,New OEM H/L lenses, Lamin-X ,5k HID fogs, Khoalty AE,Keyhole Delete,"Mafioso" tint,OEM BMW Hanger,Slush Mats,Car Cover,Wet Okole "///M" Seatcovers,Stebel Nautilus horn, ClutchStop,-CDV,UUC clutch line, 330d shifter, ZHP knob, "///M" stitch boots,Kill Switch Coming Soon: Alcantara wheel,LED tails,more CF bits,BBS LM's, Recaro's,4.10's and a Ducati 848 Evo! Dream List: S85 conversion! 2002 M3 6MT, Jet Black/Black Nappa, Premium,HK,Rear Spoiler Delete Beater:1984 E30 318i 5MT Polaris/Cardinal,TSW Hockenheim, Hartge rear spoiler, Zender side skirts, Pfeba front.30 mpg &cold A/C! Psalms 56:11 "In God I have put my trust; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?"

Fri, Jan-28-2011, 10:31:53 PM	#19
silvr333 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Posts: 111 In the garage: '03 BMW M3 Reputation: 0	Re: RPI Scoops, intake boot Thanks guys i pulled the plug on the Dinan short shift kit today and i love it.

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