[WDBi]

i live in florida and im getting the jb3 for my 2007 335i coupe im not going to be racing at a track or strip just spirited driving which is more worth it and what help better down here and i have warranty so i dont want anything that is too hard to take out that the dealer will get mad about

[Bimmer This]

DP's are the best bang for the buck. You will notice more gains. IC's are less noticeable and are easier to remove.

[WDBi]

yeah but ive heard alot of problems with the downpipes at the dealership and i really dont want to take out either the fmis or dp's everytime i got to the dealer but you can leave the intercooler in they dont car the downpipes they do

[stimpy]

Originally Posted by WDBi

yeah but ive heard alot of problems with the downpipes at the dealership and i really dont want to take out either the fmis or dp's everytime i got to the dealer but you can leave the intercooler in they dont car the downpipes they do

Downpies = More Power
Intercooler = Being able to sustain your power after several runs or hot temperature (heatsoak)

Yes downpipes are a bitch to remove - but don't fool yourself into thinking the dealership won't void your warranty claim or warranty in general for an intercooler. It's less likely of course but they certainly can.

[WDBi]

will i be happy in 100 degree heat in florida everyday driving with just a jb3 then

[Bimmer This]

You ask which one is better and I answered you. I also told you which one is easier to remove. Yes, IC is less noticeable then DP's but you will get the same hassle if they find out.

[WDBi]

ok thanks just jb3 for now it is

[fisherbln]

Originally Posted by WDBi

ok thanks just jb3 for now it is

Good choice. Get used to the JB3 and then decide if you need anything else or not.

[cn555ic]

Originally Posted by WDBi

yeah but ive heard alot of problems with the downpipes at the dealership and i really dont want to take out either the fmis or dp's everytime i got to the dealer but you can leave the intercooler in they dont car the downpipes they do

You just answered you own question!! lol

[WDBi]

haha i do this alot thanks for putting up with my stupidness everyone

[AlpineG05]

Both will void your warranty don't kid yourself

[Bimmer This]

Originally Posted by WDBi

haha i do this alot thanks for putting up with my stupidness everyone

that's what we are here for.

[PKumarM3]

considering you live in florida its quite the dilemma

downpipes - not sure what the emissions regulations are down there, but going catless just creates headaches - i am not sure if a tune can beat a sniffer test - i hope so, that way i can get some catless ones

front mount - you must go through some EXTREME heat - id go w/the FMIC intake and tune.

[themyst]

I'd go FMIC over DPs if I had to choose one over another.

[turb0mik3]

FMIC is the very first modification that everyone should do. The dealership won't void your warranty for an aftermarket IC, unless they are super super super picky and douchy. Get the fmic and intake before the jb3.

[Alex@Helix]

There wouldn't be any reason for a dealership to void a warranty as it helps the car run more efficiently. If they can prove that your intercooler caused a malfunction then they can give you some trouble but the only way that could happen is with a bad install.

Downpipes are notorious for getting dealerships pissed off. I know a lot of people who come in to the shop all the time because they need to get their stock downpipes back on because of warranty work.

[Irishace]

Neither, go with Meth and be done. Its the single best modification for this car after the tune.

[Minas335]

Intercooler for you I would say because you live in Florida with that weather I would say it would be much better running high levels boost and easier to remove.

[techlogik]

Originally Posted by PKumarM3

considering you live in florida its quite the dilemma

downpipes - not sure what the emissions regulations are down there, but going catless just creates headaches - i am not sure if a tune can beat a sniffer test - i hope so, that way i can get some catless ones

front mount - you must go through some EXTREME heat - id go w/the FMIC intake and tune.

There is no emission testing down in FL.

[jmar0351]

Originally Posted by Alex@Helix

There wouldn't be any reason for a dealership to void a warranty as it helps the car run more efficiently. If they can prove that your intercooler caused a malfunction then they can give you some trouble but the only way that could happen is with a bad install.

Downpipes are notorious for getting dealerships pissed off. I know a lot of people who come in to the shop all the time because they need to get their stock downpipes back on because of warranty work.

Dude, I don't mean to be a dick, but they will void your warranty for anything at all... do you think they want to pay for anything after you buy it?

No one could make a rational argument that a FMIC will not help the car run cooler, but once you mod you run the risk of voiding. Just because you wanna sell your product (that is really good, I'm not knocking it) don't tell others there is no risk.

[Daya]

since you are running higher boost and live in a warmer climate I would definitely recommend doing the FMIC first. You have already added a ton of power with the JB3, so I would priority using that power efficiently with consistent, lower temps. Once you get used to the power then you can DP later for another bump in HP

[WDBi]

Whets the best/ for the money intercooler