thnking of buying a STETT FMIC...need feedback

original786 · 08-29-2009, 07:41 PM

so im thinking of buying a STETT FMIC, what do you guys think of it?

is it worth the money?

is it as good as other ones out in the market such as rpi? helix?

my warranty will definitly be voided wouldnt it be if i do take it back?

gains?

over all is it worth the money or go another route or get another mod??

Thanks

retrodrive · 08-29-2009, 08:00 PM

It is good.

HurleyBMW · 08-29-2009, 11:03 PM

thinking about getting one myself, either that or Helix

persian54 · 08-30-2009, 03:26 AM

Depends on your other mods or your planned mods

since I only have a dci and jb+, and I'm satisfied for now, I have no need for an upgraded fmic

but if you feel your mods call for it, I've never heard anyone complain about a fmic upgrade

original786 · 08-30-2009, 12:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by got psi

Love my STETT FMIC. Def. felt a difference on the butt dyno.

how hard was the install??

is there a DIY self thread and do you recommend?

is it direct bolt on or do you have cut and stuff to make it fit?

do u suggest getting another mod to go with it to make run more efficient?

Craig@SupremePower · 08-30-2009, 03:34 PM

I have a Helix and i'm very happy with it..

Quote:

Originally Posted by HurleyBMW

thinking about getting one myself, either that or Helix

TurboSid · 08-30-2009, 06:54 PM

im happy with the stett... cant wait to get downpipes and exhaust.

ToadHollow · 08-30-2009, 07:46 PM

Love my Helix & the install was definitely much less obtrusive than the pics shown above ........

Helix FTW

jaza45 · 08-30-2009, 08:08 PM

both helix and stett are great Intercoolers , cant go wrong with any of them...

roozie2001 · 08-30-2009, 09:13 PM

dude u wont go wrong with an intercooler period. Anyone will do well. Just kinda gotta go after what u feel comfortable with. If ur in a lease u dont want any cutting...price..etc. But STETT is a good one

original786 · 08-31-2009, 12:40 AM

what exactly are you cutting off??

original786 · 08-31-2009, 01:04 PM

and do yu have to take front bumper off??

original786 · 08-31-2009, 01:05 PM

if i install this, is a aftermarket oil catch neccesary?

original786 · 08-31-2009, 06:43 PM

THANKS..

WHAT IF i want to put the stock intercooler back,
the piece i cut of the oem, to make the stett fit

then how will the oem intercooler fit if i want to put it back to stock if i cut out oem pieces.

what do i do then

Viper3812 · 08-31-2009, 08:55 PM

You leave it. The only reason your cutting it is to fit the Stett FMIC because it is taller than OEM. The stock cooler will still mount back in place. If anything buy a new shroud.

original786 · 09-01-2009, 12:53 PM

do i need to do modification to front oem bumper

original786 · 09-01-2009, 04:18 PM

i wish they had a chart with all the aftermarket intercooler
to shows pros and cons

Yinger · 09-01-2009, 04:24 PM

There's really no cons to any of the aftermarket intercoolers from this forum with the exception of trimming.

Zeph · 09-01-2009, 04:54 PM

I would like to see a weight comparison between the stock and aftermarket FMIC's. I would also like to see a power handling comparison... I have seen a few say "it is good for 550 RWHP" etc. and I would like to see those comparisons as well. I was always a big fan of the Helix but now the AMS seems to be a good alternative as well (not too big, not too small) and with the 3" inlet/outlet ports it might be the better option on down the road for an upgrade to a larger single turbo (my goal). However the Helix is still larger... so will it perform better at say 600 RWHP? Or is the AMS alot lighter with the cast end tanks and more able to hold that kind of power without literally breaking?

TONS of questions, I know... but these are my thoughts...

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original786 Major 70 Rep 1,468 Posts Drives: 2007 335i Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Atlanta iTrader: (11)	thnking of buying a STETT FMIC...need feedback so im thinking of buying a STETT FMIC, what do you guys think of it? is it worth the money? is it as good as other ones out in the market such as rpi? helix? my warranty will definitly be voided wouldnt it be if i do take it back? gains? over all is it worth the money or go another route or get another mod?? Thanks
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persian54 Lieutenant General 923 Rep 15,818 Posts Drives: M760/G83M4 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: The Valley, SoCal iTrader: (298)	Depends on your other mods or your planned mods since I only have a dci and jb+, and I'm satisfied for now, I have no need for an upgraded fmic but if you feel your mods call for it, I've never heard anyone complain about a fmic upgrade
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roozie2001 Just some guy 49 Rep 1,531 Posts Drives: 2008 White 335i sedan Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Houston, TX iTrader: (4)	dude u wont go wrong with an intercooler period. Anyone will do well. Just kinda gotta go after what u feel comfortable with. If ur in a lease u dont want any cutting...price..etc. But STETT is a good one __________________ 2008 BMW 335i/Sedan/Alpine White/Terra/Steptronic/Premium Package/Sports package/Comfort Access/USB/Sirius
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original786 Major 70 Rep 1,468 Posts Drives: 2007 335i Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Atlanta iTrader: (11)	what exactly are you cutting off??
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original786 Major 70 Rep 1,468 Posts Drives: 2007 335i Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Atlanta iTrader: (11)	and do yu have to take front bumper off??
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original786 Major 70 Rep 1,468 Posts Drives: 2007 335i Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Atlanta iTrader: (11)	if i install this, is a aftermarket oil catch neccesary?
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original786 Major 70 Rep 1,468 Posts Drives: 2007 335i Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Atlanta iTrader: (11)	THANKS.. WHAT IF i want to put the stock intercooler back, the piece i cut of the oem, to make the stett fit then how will the oem intercooler fit if i want to put it back to stock if i cut out oem pieces. what do i do then
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Viper3812 Banned 20 Rep 483 Posts Drives: M Coupe Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Fl. iTrader: (0)	You leave it. The only reason your cutting it is to fit the Stett FMIC because it is taller than OEM. The stock cooler will still mount back in place. If anything buy a new shroud.
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original786 Major 70 Rep 1,468 Posts Drives: 2007 335i Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Atlanta iTrader: (11)	do i need to do modification to front oem bumper
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Yinger Lieutenant 17 Rep 415 Posts Drives: 2009 335i e92 6MT Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Irvine, CA iTrader: (14) Garage List 2009 e92 335i [10.00]	There's really no cons to any of the aftermarket intercoolers from this forum with the exception of trimming.
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Zeph Major 27 Rep 1,410 Posts Drives: 2008 E92 335i 6MT SGM CR/BD Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Southeast USA iTrader: (0)	I would like to see a weight comparison between the stock and aftermarket FMIC's. I would also like to see a power handling comparison... I have seen a few say "it is good for 550 RWHP" etc. and I would like to see those comparisons as well. I was always a big fan of the Helix but now the AMS seems to be a good alternative as well (not too big, not too small) and with the 3" inlet/outlet ports it might be the better option on down the road for an upgrade to a larger single turbo (my goal). However the Helix is still larger... so will it perform better at say 600 RWHP? Or is the AMS alot lighter with the cast end tanks and more able to hold that kind of power without literally breaking? TONS of questions, I know... but these are my thoughts...
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