GB: RPI scoop for 545i, 550i (pre and LCI models)
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My Ride: 2004 545i
Production date: 02/04
Color: Black Sapphire Metallic
Trim: Anthracite
Options: Sport package with STEPTRONIC, Premium Sound, Rear Sunshade, Xenon
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Alright guys, just got back from RPI, The scoop from the M5 fits perfectly for the 545 
Got mine put in while i was there and took the longer way back to work
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There is definitely some difference after 50mph on the freeway and once you cross 70 the throttle response is completely different from before.
Also one thing i noticed was that it was holding the rpms better after 70mph
and if you shift down like calton mentioned make sure you have open road ahead of you because it just takes off.
I have to get a V1 now
Eloy is giving 40% off for the test fitters and he said the 545 single scoop will be up on the website for $99
Got mine put in while i was there and took the longer way back to work
,There is definitely some difference after 50mph on the freeway and once you cross 70 the throttle response is completely different from before.
Also one thing i noticed was that it was holding the rpms better after 70mph
and if you shift down like calton mentioned make sure you have open road ahead of you because it just takes off.
I have to get a V1 now
Eloy is giving 40% off for the test fitters and he said the 545 single scoop will be up on the website for $99
Ok folks, 545i volunteer has been fulfilled. We've got Tom (FLY550i) going there for a fitting. We still need a pre-LCI 550i. Any volunteers? Remember you're getting 40% off for volunteering. If you're (pre-LCI 550i) interested, call RPI - Eloy: 562-630-5966 for an appointment.
Thanks again.
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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
Suspension: Renntech Lowering Module
Wheels/Tires: Radenergie R10, Falken FK452 245/30/20, Yokohama ADVAN Sport 285/25/20
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2005 545i Sport SMG | Ti Grau | Schwarzes Dakota | Anthracite Maple | Logic 7 | Nav
Engine: Custom AFE CAI, Superchips ECU remap, Sprint Booster, RDSport Dual Exhaust Conversion with Quad Pipes and X-pipe, 3 resonators deleted, 90mm tips!
Exterior: M-Tech Aero kit | M5 Mirrors | M5 Rear Bumper | Trunk Lid Finisher | Vorsteiner decklid spoiler | 50% Formula One Pinnacle Tint
Suspension and Brakes: Bilstein PSS9 coilovers, JBT BBK: 16" cross-drilled rotors, 8 piston and 15" cross-drilled rotors, 4 piston
Wheels: VIP Modular VR 02 20x9F, 20x10R | Toyo T1R 245/30/20F, 285/25/20R
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MOST IMPORTANT: Hardwired V1; =)
ED Date: 4/7/05, Re-delivery date: 5/21/05
Originally Posted by navin' post='683740' date='Oct 2 2008, 10:46 AM
Alright guys, just got back from RPI, The scoop from the M5 fits perfectly for the 545
Got mine put in while i was there and took the longer way back to work ,
There is definitely some difference after 50mph on the freeway and once you cross 70 the throttle response is completely different from before.
Also one thing i noticed was that it was holding the rpms better after 70mph
and if you shift down like calton mentioned make sure you have open road ahead of you because it just takes off.
I have to get a V1 now
Eloy is giving 40% off for the test fitters and he said the 545 single scoop will be up on the website for $99
Got mine put in while i was there and took the longer way back to work
,There is definitely some difference after 50mph on the freeway and once you cross 70 the throttle response is completely different from before.
Also one thing i noticed was that it was holding the rpms better after 70mph
and if you shift down like calton mentioned make sure you have open road ahead of you because it just takes off.
I have to get a V1 now
Eloy is giving 40% off for the test fitters and he said the 545 single scoop will be up on the website for $99
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I just spoke to Eloy. He's currently out of the RPI scoop, but is in the process of manufacturing another batch. It should be available within 1-2 weeks. I'm waiting on a response from him regarding a group buy. I'm still waiting fitment results for the pre and LCI 550i.
So, if you're on this list and NOT interested, please reply and let me know so I can take you off. Ideally, I'd like to be able to give Eloy a list of folks who are interested in buying, that way we get first dibs when they're available.
-frank
So, if you're on this list and NOT interested, please reply and let me know so I can take you off. Ideally, I'd like to be able to give Eloy a list of folks who are interested in buying, that way we get first dibs when they're available.
- mrfva (545i)
navin (545i)done- Khooger (545i)
- Rizbel (545i)
- GQuK545i (545i)
- flyingpuck (545i)
- Hyper_545i (545i)
- DKNewYork (545i)
- advancedlogic (545i)
- jdhart73 (545i)
- pentiumpush (545i)
- brabusw209amg (545i)
- bleudyno (545i)
- Brit_in_NJ (545i)
- ShadeZeRO (545i)
- DRANGED (pre-LCI 550i)
- aznunknownx (LCI 550i)
- Ahsan (?)
tranman329 (550i, pre or LCI?)traded-up for an M5
-frank
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From: Newnan, Georgia
My Ride: 2004 545i
Production date: 02/04
Color: Black Sapphire Metallic
Trim: Anthracite
Options: Sport package with STEPTRONIC, Premium Sound, Rear Sunshade, Xenon
Originally Posted by navin' post='683782' date='oct 2 2008, 02:23 pm
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Forgot to add our LCI-550i volunteer, FLY550i ...
- mrfva (545i)
navin (545i)done- Khooger (545i)
- Rizbel (545i)
- GQuK545i (545i)
- flyingpuck (545i)
- Hyper_545i (545i)
- DKNewYork (545i)
- advancedlogic (545i)
- jdhart73 (545i)
- pentiumpush (545i)
- brabusw209amg (545i)
- bleudyno (545i)
- Brit_in_NJ (545i)
- ShadeZeRO (545i)
- DRANGED (pre-LCI 550i)
- FLY550i (LCI 550i)
- aznunknownx (LCI 550i)
- Ahsan (?)
tranman329 (550i, pre or LCI?)traded-up for an M5
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Originally Posted by mrfva' post='683802' date='Oct 2 2008, 12:01 PM
I just spoke to Eloy. He's currently out of the RPI scoop, but is in the process of manufacturing another batch. It should be available within 1-2 weeks. I'm waiting on a response from him regarding a group buy. I'm still waiting fitment results for the pre and LCI 550i.
So, if you're on this list and NOT interested, please reply and let me know so I can take you off. Ideally, I'd like to be able to give Eloy a list of folks who are interested in buying, that way we get first dibs when they're available.
-frank
So, if you're on this list and NOT interested, please reply and let me know so I can take you off. Ideally, I'd like to be able to give Eloy a list of folks who are interested in buying, that way we get first dibs when they're available.
- mrfva (545i)
navin (545i)done- Khooger (545i)
- Rizbel (545i)
- GQuK545i (545i)
- flyingpuck (545i)
- Hyper_545i (545i)
- DKNewYork (545i)
- advancedlogic (545i)
- jdhart73 (545i)
- pentiumpush (545i)
- brabusw209amg (545i)
- bleudyno (545i)
- Brit_in_NJ (545i)
- ShadeZeRO (545i)
- DRANGED (pre-LCI 550i)
- aznunknownx (LCI 550i)
- Ahsan (?)
tranman329 (550i, pre or LCI?)traded-up for an M5
-frank
Pricing of the ram air scoop is $99. The 40% discount ONLY applied to the first of EACH model that test fits. We will also dyno the cars. Since this is a very low cost item, we dont have too much room to play with as far as group buys so what I will do is offer free shipping within the continental US (UPS) and Canada (USPS). Initial production run will be only 25 units and they will be shipped in the order of this list.
