Custom CAI 545i
07-08-2007, 08:04 PM
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My Ride: 2004 545i, BMW Stainless Steel Pedals, #166 Rims
Well since no one makes a unit, I'm going to make my own. Looked over the oem intake and will order the custom carbon fiber unit this week. I expect to have everything together within the next 2-3 weeks. I also plan on using the oem pipe off the throttle body at this time and possibly upgrading it to carbon fiber down the road. In regards the MAS I plan on using the oem spec 3.25" after the sensor for about 3-4 inches to ensure the unit still reads correctly with the ecu. I'll post pictues of the CAI as the project moves along.
07-08-2007, 09:42 PM
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sirch , Can't wait. I know itll cut the cost in half or more . Im going to try it ofr my 530 as well. A K&N or AFE cone with a pvc or CF tube. please post the CF manufacturer thanks
07-09-2007, 09:15 PM
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My Ride: 2004 545i, BMW Stainless Steel Pedals, #166 Rims
I'm getting the carbon fiber from a custom RC company. I'm just getting a 90 angle and will be cutting it to get an nice tight fit. I also plan on using epoxy to apply on the mounting points and using the oem mounting points. In terms of making it seal I plan on using car door trim to seal the heatshield to the roof and sides to keep the hot air out.
I've thought about just taking the current unit apart and enlarging the pipe to it and possibly adding an additional pipe, like Dinan, but think that this method will look better, and it fun playing with the CF.
I've thought about just taking the current unit apart and enlarging the pipe to it and possibly adding an additional pipe, like Dinan, but think that this method will look better, and it fun playing with the CF.
07-09-2007, 10:06 PM
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My Ride: '05 545i - scheduled for ED pickup in Munich on 7/22!
sounds cool!
if it works out for you, maybe you can produce a few more and sell them to members here...
if it works out for you, maybe you can produce a few more and sell them to members here...
07-10-2007, 03:30 PM
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My Ride: 2004 545i, BMW Stainless Steel Pedals, #166 Rims
Bought the CF today from Road Race Engineering for $90. It should arrive to me within the next 3 days. It should look pretty cool under the hood 
Now I just need to go pick up the door trim and cone filter.
Now I just need to go pick up the door trim and cone filter.
07-10-2007, 05:33 PM
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My Ride: 08 550i sport
carbon black, on black with bamboo wood
sport package, head up display, active steering, comfort access, gps w/ real time triffic, lane deviation, cold weather package, premium sound, ipod and usb connection, power rear window shade, sirius radio.
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how about the afe intake? will that fit?
07-10-2007, 08:45 PM
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My Ride: 2004 545i, BMW Stainless Steel Pedals, #166 Rims
Originally Posted by 08.550i.sport.' post='445944' date='Jul 10 2007, 06:33 PM
how about the afe intake? will that fit?
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