AFE XP Stage 2 CAI Installed!
10-19-2007, 05:58 AM
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My Ride: 2008 Silverstone II E60 M5 2012 E70 AW X5 50i Sport w/ LCI Aero Kit and Rocker Panels
I finally had my AFE CAI installed this morning. I went ahead with the High Performance, Blue Filter, even though there was talk of the oil causing build up on the MAF sensor.
All I can say is WOW! It's a shame the car doesn't come this way to begin with. It's hands down ANOTHER great addition to the peformance of the car. The car pulls better, breathes better and it sounds AMAZING!
I've attached some pix and a video clip. However, I might do a clip on the outside of the car. Not sure if this video does it justice.
Let me know what you think.
Enjoy!
/C
PS - No high heels this time, so don't go looking for it in the clip.
All I can say is WOW! It's a shame the car doesn't come this way to begin with. It's hands down ANOTHER great addition to the peformance of the car. The car pulls better, breathes better and it sounds AMAZING!
I've attached some pix and a video clip. However, I might do a clip on the outside of the car. Not sure if this video does it justice.
Let me know what you think.
Enjoy!
/C
PS - No high heels this time, so don't go looking for it in the clip.
10-19-2007, 06:17 AM
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Originally Posted by 5er Sport' post='483477' date='Oct 19 2007, 10:13 AM
Looks awesome C! 
Was it easy to install?
Was it easy to install?I took it to a local guy and he did the whole job in 45 minutes. He charged me $50, which I thought was great.
Get this mod Rich! Get it now!
10-19-2007, 06:31 AM
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My Ride: 2004 E60 530i, 2012 E70 X5 35i
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Freaking sweet... I kind of want to get it.. but don't know if I want to use all the money for just an intake.
so how much was total for you?
Also, since my car is a 2004 530i, I think they would have to customize it to fit my year... bah.
MK
so how much was total for you?
Also, since my car is a 2004 530i, I think they would have to customize it to fit my year... bah.
MK
10-19-2007, 06:41 AM
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Originally Posted by 5er Sport' post='483481' date='Oct 19 2007, 10:32 AM
C. I have 1 sitting @ home waiting to be installed. I was going to give it a try to install it over the weekend.
Oh, 5er Sport, Where did you get the intake? and how much?
I too also have a 2004 530i... If its easy to install and a good enough price.. I might just get it. =)
10-19-2007, 06:45 AM
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Congrats!! That would look good in my car, too!
Originally Posted by C's Bimmer' post='483476' date='Oct 19 2007, 06:58 AM
I finally had my AFE CAI installed this morning. I went ahead with the High Performance, Blue Filter, even though there was talk of the oil causing build up on the MAF sensor.
All I can say is WOW! It's a shame the car doesn't come this way to begin with. It's hands down ANOTHER great addition to the peformance of the car. The car pulls better, breathes better and it sounds AMAZING!
I've attached some pix and a video clip. However, I might do a clip on the outside of the car. Not sure if this video does it justice.
Let me know what you think.
Enjoy!
/C
All I can say is WOW! It's a shame the car doesn't come this way to begin with. It's hands down ANOTHER great addition to the peformance of the car. The car pulls better, breathes better and it sounds AMAZING!
I've attached some pix and a video clip. However, I might do a clip on the outside of the car. Not sure if this video does it justice.
Let me know what you think.
Enjoy!
/C
10-19-2007, 07:05 AM
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Looks & sounds great but ahh.......where does the 'cold air' from, is there something that directs the outside air into the box? 
10-19-2007, 07:11 AM
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My Ride: 2007 E63 AMG | Obsidian Black | Schwarzes Nappa | Black BirdEye Maple | Premium II Package | Electronic Trunk Closer | Parktronic
Engine: RPi/Powerchips custom ECU tune, RPi Ram Air Kit (BMC filter, scoops), RennTech Sport exhaust, secondary cats, charcoal and resonator delete, custom AAA x-pipe
Exterior: 50% side windows / 35% rear window Formula One Pinnacle Series | Flat AMG hood emblem
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The AFE CAI uses the same air duct as the stock unit. As others have said in the past, with the hood closed a seal is created to prevent the hot air from the engine going into the CAI.
10-19-2007, 07:18 AM
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Originally Posted by vegastrashed' post='483490' date='Oct 19 2007, 11:11 AM
The AFE CAI uses the same air duct as the stock unit. As others have said in the past, with the hood closed a seal is created to prevent the hot air from the engine going into the CAI.