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RPI Air ram scoop fitting
- pvr
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RPI Air ram scoop fitting
Got this kit from Race Precision in the US which claims to reduce the fuel consumption by about 2 mpg as well as increased performance due to the ram air effect.
The replacement filter was a simple swap for the old one, so lid off, remove old, replace with new. No pictures taken from that.
First insert the screws in the holes as they are otherwise very difficult to get in:
Old unit in place:
Old unit removed:
Where the old one used to be:
New one in place:
Use a small screwdriver to fix the top screw first as you still have movement to get your hand in. Use the long screw driver for the bottom and side screw:
Unit installed and seen from the side:
The replacement filter was a simple swap for the old one, so lid off, remove old, replace with new. No pictures taken from that.
First insert the screws in the holes as they are otherwise very difficult to get in:
Old unit in place:
Old unit removed:
Where the old one used to be:
New one in place:
Use a small screwdriver to fix the top screw first as you still have movement to get your hand in. Use the long screw driver for the bottom and side screw:
Unit installed and seen from the side:
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- pvr
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Re: RPI Air ram scoop fitting
Just did a test run. Bit more growl under load and a bit more responsive, felt and sounded great
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911-50 Black - unique spec
X5M - 575 hp of fun in a V8
Abarth 595 Comp.
Golf Clipper - collectors item
Z4 3.0si Black Sapphire
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Previous:
Z4M Silver Grey - non flimper spec (gone to Bing)
Z4 3.0 Toledo
911-50 Black - unique spec
X5M - 575 hp of fun in a V8
Abarth 595 Comp.
Golf Clipper - collectors item
Z4 3.0si Black Sapphire
VW ID.3
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Z4M Silver Grey - non flimper spec (gone to Bing)
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Re: RPI Air ram scoop fitting
With an air scoop like that , do you think there will be an issue with water getting in the air box, or it that taken care of with the scoop?
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Re: RPI Air ram scoop fitting
Water runs straight out again. On Bimmerfest there is a 30-odd page thread on this thing where someone has even put a garden hose up it to test.
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Z4 3.0 Toledo
911-50 Black - unique spec
X5M - 575 hp of fun in a V8
Abarth 595 Comp.
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Z4 3.0si Black Sapphire
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Re: RPI Air ram scoop fitting
Glad you fitted it and did not require the help of CJ engineering services...
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Re: RPI Air ram scoop fitting
Took 10 minutes, you could have done that whilst I was on the phone
Having said that, when I took the grill off I noticed that the paint was loose / peeling around the edge of the grill. Just been to the dealer, entire bumper respray now booked in.
Look closely at the picture of the grill removed, and look at the right top. You can see it there.
Having said that, when I took the grill off I noticed that the paint was loose / peeling around the edge of the grill. Just been to the dealer, entire bumper respray now booked in.
Look closely at the picture of the grill removed, and look at the right top. You can see it there.
Current:
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X5M - 575 hp of fun in a V8
Abarth 595 Comp.
Golf Clipper - collectors item
Z4 3.0si Black Sapphire
VW ID.3
Previous:
Z4M Silver Grey - non flimper spec (gone to Bing)
Z4 3.0 Toledo
911-50 Black - unique spec
X5M - 575 hp of fun in a V8
Abarth 595 Comp.
Golf Clipper - collectors item
Z4 3.0si Black Sapphire
VW ID.3
Previous:
Z4M Silver Grey - non flimper spec (gone to Bing)
Z4 3.0 Toledo
- IMZ4N
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Re: RPI Air ram scoop fitting
You guys know how some forums are. You just never know who is telling the truth and who is not. I also know I would get the straight answer here.pvr wrote:Water runs straight out again. On Bimmerfest there is a 30-odd page thread on this thing where someone has even put a garden hose up it to test.
Rumor has it, you can offset any labor charges if you buy a few beers.Glad you fitted it and did not require the help of CJ engineering services...
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Re: RPI Air ram scoop fitting
IMZ4N wrote: Rumor has it, you can offset any labor charges if you buy a few beers.
Arggh, is that where I went wrong. I brought wine ...
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Z4M Silver Grey - non flimper spec (gone to Bing)
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911-50 Black - unique spec
X5M - 575 hp of fun in a V8
Abarth 595 Comp.
Golf Clipper - collectors item
Z4 3.0si Black Sapphire
VW ID.3
Previous:
Z4M Silver Grey - non flimper spec (gone to Bing)
Z4 3.0 Toledo
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Re: RPI Air ram scoop fitting
Wine is good I just think that sat in the garden eating was easier for both of us on the day....
Strange that the paints pealing off.
Strange that the paints pealing off.
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Re: RPI Air ram scoop fitting
this can be fit on 2.5 or not and if yes it will work?
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Re: RPI Air ram scoop fitting
Depends on the age of the car (i.e. facelift or not). Have a look at the thread about this on bimmerfest, other guys have fitted it with non M cars
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911-50 Black - unique spec
X5M - 575 hp of fun in a V8
Abarth 595 Comp.
Golf Clipper - collectors item
Z4 3.0si Black Sapphire
VW ID.3
Previous:
Z4M Silver Grey - non flimper spec (gone to Bing)
Z4 3.0 Toledo
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Re: RPI Air ram scoop fitting
2.5 2005 model
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Re: RPI Air ram scoop fitting
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Re: RPI Air ram scoop fitting
Yes Blackadder ...
Current:
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X5M - 575 hp of fun in a V8
Abarth 595 Comp.
Golf Clipper - collectors item
Z4 3.0si Black Sapphire
VW ID.3
Previous:
Z4M Silver Grey - non flimper spec (gone to Bing)
Z4 3.0 Toledo
911-50 Black - unique spec
X5M - 575 hp of fun in a V8
Abarth 595 Comp.
Golf Clipper - collectors item
Z4 3.0si Black Sapphire
VW ID.3
Previous:
Z4M Silver Grey - non flimper spec (gone to Bing)
Z4 3.0 Toledo