Evolution Racewerks:

Turn up the boost with a tune and find that your $400.00 factory charge pipe has broken apart? You are not alone, as this is a common situation for many BMW N55 enthusiasts, and sometimes you don't even in this situation. The factory charge pipe is made out of plastic and was not designed to handle the higher boost levels. Well, fear not! The solution is here! Replace it with a higher flowing, stronger aluminum charge pipe! Made 100% of 6061 high grade aluminum, this will never happen again (backed by Evolution Racewerks' Limited Lifetime Warranty)! The OEM Charge Pipe equipped on the N55 was never designed to hold high boost. Once the car is tuned the stock Charge Pipe will begin to leak, losing your boost and your horsepower. Evolution Racewerks has addressed this problem with their new N55 Charge Pipe.

Charge Pipe Color Options:

• Mirror Finished Polished

• Hard Black Anodized

• Brushed Aluminum

Evolution Racewerks has finally released their N55 Charge Pipe! ModBargains is proud to have been one of the first to offer it to our customers. The Charge Pipe Upgrade Pipe is available in the same 2 finish.  It is available in a mirror polish finish and is also available in Evolution Racewerks' Type III Hard Black Anodizing for the guys that want the stealthy, factory look.  An added benefit of the Type III Hard Black Anodizing is that it hardens the aluminum piping and makes it more durable against accidental damage (like dropping the pipe).

Design

Often ignored, charged intake airflow characteristics greatly affect throttle response, turbo lag and ultimately maximum power potential. Smooth bends and minimal obstructions are ideal. ER used 6061 aluminum (lightweight) mandrel bent piping to ensure smooth transitions. The upper pipe features 3"" piping to match up to the factory throttle body (factory pipe is 2.5""), ensuring maximum flow without obstruction.
 

Evolution Racewerks' testing of the N55 F30 charge pipe had shown it could hold quite a bit of boost. During our testing, we had pressure tested this connection up to 25 PSI. The reason why they stopped at 25 PSI was because at 25 PSI, one of the intake pipes on the turbo blew off and we could not test any higher. However, we were confident that it would easily hold over 25 PSI as the throttle body flange showed no signs of failing. Also, keep in mind, this type of connection is used throughout the engine, in many crutial areas like the coolant radiator system as well as the clutch system. If BMW did not believe in the durability of this type of connection, they would not use it in such important areas.

Key Features:

• Increase throttle response and decreases turbo lag

• Lightweight High Grade 6061 Aluminum Piping

• Throttle body matched 3"" piping

• Retains factory style o-ring throttle body lock flange.  Precision CNC machined throttle body flange ensures leak free connection to throttle body.  Quick and easy connection and disconnection to throttle body.  Ideal connection compared to the silicone hose and hose clamp connection found in all other aftermarket charge pipes available in the marketplace

• Precision CNC machined MAP sensor flange ensures leak free connection

• Factory sound baffle, which causes turbulence in the factory pipe, is removed

• Optional Type III Hard Black Anodizing (for stealth and OEM look).  Hard anodizing helps improve durability of intercooler piping - Resists bent or dented piping

• Includes all hardware for complete installation

• Limited Lifetime Warranty