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Old 12-20-2007, 10:12 AM
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I have a 525i 6 speed manual.
I am in market for cold air intake.
I don't believe changing cold air will noticeably increase the power.
Instead I am looking more into better reving sound from when I drive.
Which brand do you recommend?
Where can I install them if I purchase it online?

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Old 12-20-2007, 11:37 AM
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Brand: AFE

Install: Your local mechanic can do it. Mine charged me $50.

Where to buy online: AutoAnything.com.
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Originally Posted by soliterry' post='508854' date='Dec 20 2007, 11:12 AM
I don't believe changing cold air will noticeably increase the power.
Cooler do have rooms for more power according to thermodynamic... more air intake make rooms for more gas to burn. Which again for more power but it require proper mapping.
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thanks for the helpful info
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with the intake alone here's an idea of the gain according to european car: http://forums.e60.net/index.php?showtopic=41411&hl= .
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Originally Posted by C's Bimmer' post='508874' date='Dec 20 2007, 04:37 PM
Brand: AFE

Install: Your local mechanic can do it. Mine charged me $50.

Where to buy online: AutoAnything.com.

100% correct answer above, exactly what I had done on mine. I love the result, sound is great above 3000 RPM..
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I can't find anyone that makes one for a '04 530i. Do you guys know of anyone?
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