OMG!! For those RPI Scoop non-believers..
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From: Frankfurt/Main/Germany,originally from south Italy
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Hey Guys,
on every pic I see that you removed the air flaps, so that you can look through the kidney grills directly on your radiator.
Is this stock in USA? I have these ugly flaps on my 525D.
Can I use the scoop whith these flaps? You know, I would like to resell my car when time has come for an EMMY and I don't think that the dealer will appreciate the loss of these flaps --> loss of value.
BTW, Do you tested the scoop with Diesel cars?
Tschuess,
Ivano
on every pic I see that you removed the air flaps, so that you can look through the kidney grills directly on your radiator.
Is this stock in USA? I have these ugly flaps on my 525D.
Can I use the scoop whith these flaps? You know, I would like to resell my car when time has come for an EMMY and I don't think that the dealer will appreciate the loss of these flaps --> loss of value.
BTW, Do you tested the scoop with Diesel cars?
Tschuess,
Ivano
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Originally Posted by pdawg74' post='917250' date='Jun 19 2009, 01:10 PM
Has anyone done this to an '08 528i? How many horses will it add to the straight 6?
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Thanks for the info. But it would be cool if you also added in, it adds XXHP and XXtorque.. Or maybe direct me and others to the website with more details.
Anyway, if it only helps at 60+ mph I don't see how this is useful or a must have mod.. could someone enlightened me?
Anyway, if it only helps at 60+ mph I don't see how this is useful or a must have mod.. could someone enlightened me?
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From: Originally from Koeln, Deutschland. Enjoying it in Bonita Springs, Florida Now :)
Originally Posted by Trinity Autosport' post='921232' date='Jun 23 2009, 03:37 PM
The scoop works around 50-70mph +
You would usually gain about 3-7HP depending on the model of your E60.
You would usually gain about 3-7HP depending on the model of your E60.
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I have a quick question about the RPI Scoops. Is there a concern if driving at highway speeds in a heavy rain downpour? Is there a chance that water could get sucked into the intake? I only ask becasue we have had a lot of rain recently. And can I use a K&N with the RPI or do I need the BMC for the power gains quoted? I am probably one of the original AFE Guys and am ashamed to say I still have it installed. 
I have heard the horror stories about the AFE Intakes, but I will be honest, my car pulls hard with it.
I have heard the horror stories about the AFE Intakes, but I will be honest, my car pulls hard with it.
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Originally Posted by Hyper_545i' post='921524' date='Jun 23 2009, 08:05 PM
I have a quick question about the RPI Scoops. Is there a concern if driving at highway speeds in a heavy rain downpour? Is there a chance that water could get sucked into the intake? I only ask becasue we have had a lot of rain recently. And can I use a K&N with the RPI or do I need the BMC for the power gains quoted? I am probably one of the original AFE Guys and am ashamed to say I still have it installed. I have heard the horror stories about the AFE Intakes, but I will be honest, my car pulls hard with it.
I have heard the horror stories about the AFE Intakes, but I will be honest, my car pulls hard with it. . Please PM Joe or Nerweezy at Trinity. 
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From: Originally from Koeln, Deutschland. Enjoying it in Bonita Springs, Florida Now :)
Originally Posted by Hyper_545i' post='921524' date='Jun 23 2009, 08:05 PM
I have a quick question about the RPI Scoops. Is there a concern if driving at highway speeds in a heavy rain downpour? Is there a chance that water could get sucked into the intake? I only ask becasue we have had a lot of rain recently. And can I use a K&N with the RPI or do I need the BMC for the power gains quoted? I am probably one of the original AFE Guys and am ashamed to say I still have it installed. I have heard the horror stories about the AFE Intakes, but I will be honest, my car pulls hard with it.
I have heard the horror stories about the AFE Intakes, but I will be honest, my car pulls hard with it. there also is a little drain in the bottom of the airbox.Also, my sisters C230 has a scoop from the factory. Merc wouldn't put a scoop into a car if it was prone to water intrusion.