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Old 02-06-2010, 12:32 PM
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All I did was install a KN drop in filter, remove the charcol filters... Seems to work good
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All I did was install a KN drop in filter, remove the charcol filters... Seems to work good
is it louder? or does it respond faster?
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Originally Posted by zhuskers1
The 2008 650i has a hose that runs from the OEM box to the front of the vehicle. Do you add the RP scoops in addition to the OEM hose?

the Race Precision ram air scoops go behind the grill. The scoops force are through the hose and air box adding approximately 6-10 whp.
http://shoprpi.com/index.php?cPath=21_22_29_38
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Originally Posted by louiemC
is it louder? or does it respond faster?
Tad louder, maybe improved gas milage, improved throttle response... or maybe I am trippin lol
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Originally Posted by tbal
Tad louder, maybe improved gas milage, improved throttle response... or maybe I am trippin lol
I just took off the charcoal filter and yeah youre right dude. It does feel a lot better. Throttle response and MPG did increase. Im not so sure about MPG but Response is crazy improvement
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