GB: RPI scoop for 545i, 550i (pre and LCI models)
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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
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ED Date: 4/7/05, Re-delivery date: 5/21/05
Hollywoodtrash came by RPI this afternoon with his pre-LCI 550i. New scoops will have to be fabricated b/c it can't use the existing M5 scoop like the 545i.
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Originally Posted by vegastrashed' post='684819' date='Oct 3 2008, 06:07 PM
Hollywoodtrash came by RPI this afternoon with his pre-LCI 550i. New scoops will have to be fabricated b/c it can't use the existing M5 scoop like the 545i.
Will Eloy continue with the fabrication?
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From: San Diego, CA
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
Lights: PIAA 4150K Xtreme White Plus fog lights, AIB v3
MOST IMPORTANT: Hardwired V1; =)
ED Date: 4/7/05, Re-delivery date: 5/21/05
Fabrication for the pre-LCI 550i will start next week or the week after.
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Originally Posted by unknown' post='683887' date='Oct 2 2008, 04:55 PM
just a thought on design, shouldnt these scoops have a curve to them. instead of a sharp 90 degree turn in like an L shape, but more of a curved ( without the sharp edge at the turn in. i think the air would flow more smoother?
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Originally Posted by unknown' post='684910' date='Oct 3 2008, 11:05 PM
RPI, any thoughts on the quote above?
I may even rip out my clothes dryer duct and try it myself...there's another post about something like that on here.
we can then try out all 3 designs to see whats most effective.
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Both added.
The 545i has been test fitted and fits well (same as the M5 model, except single scoop).
Pre-LCI 550i models required further modification, which will begin in 1-2 weeks.
LCI 550i model will be test fitted next week.
Price will be $99 across all models. RPI will keep us posted.
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The 545i has been test fitted and fits well (same as the M5 model, except single scoop).
Pre-LCI 550i models required further modification, which will begin in 1-2 weeks.
LCI 550i model will be test fitted next week.
Price will be $99 across all models. RPI will keep us posted.
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still waiting on how to works with afe intake. and i live in NYC where there's rain and snow. will the scoop guide the rain and snow into the intake? i'm afraid that the intake will suck in water and i dont really believe that a non-turbo engine will burn off the water that easily.
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Originally Posted by brabusw209amg' post='685240' date='Oct 4 2008, 01:53 PM
still waiting on how to works with afe intake. and i live in NYC where there's rain and snow. will the scoop guide the rain and snow into the intake? i'm afraid that the intake will suck in water and i dont really believe that a non-turbo engine will burn off the water that easily.
But I'll let the others with experience chime in.