VRSF Charge Pipe Upgrade - BMW F22/F23/F30/F32/F33/F36/F87 (N55)
The factory charge pipe on F-chassis N55 BMWs is a known weak point, prone to cracking at both stock and tuned boost levels. VRSF's Charge Pipe Upgrade replaces it with mandrel-bent, T6061-grade aluminum piping and CNC billet aluminum flanges at the throttle body, intercooler, and vacuum connections, cutting turbo lag and sharpening throttle response.
Every pipe is TIG-welded, hand-finished, and tested on multiple fitment jigs before it ships, then finished in a durable wrinkle black powder coat that blends into the engine bay.
Features
- Mandrel-bent, T6061-grade aluminum construction, TIG-welded
- CNC billet aluminum flanges at the throttle body, intercooler, and vacuum connections
- Throttle-body-matched 3" piping
- Durable wrinkle black powder-coated finish
- Includes a plugged 1/8" NPT bung for water/meth injection or as a boost source
What's Included
- VRSF charge pipe
- 4-ply silicone couplers
- Stainless steel t-bolt clamps
Installation Notes
Select the option matching your transmission and drivetrain (RWD or xDrive, automatic or manual) at checkout.
Product Specifications
- Fits: 2012-2018 BMW 335i/335i xDrive (F30/F31), 435i/435i xDrive (F32/F33/F34 GT), 2014-2018 M235i/M235i xDrive (F22/F23), M135i (F20), 2016-2018 M2 (F87), N55
- Automatic RWD SKU / MPN: 10301050
- Manual RWD SKU / MPN: 10301050-6SPD
- Automatic xDrive SKU / MPN: 10301050-XI
- Manual xDrive SKU / MPN: 10301050-XI-6SPD
- Vendor: VRSF
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the factory charge pipe need replacing?
The factory plastic charge pipe is prone to cracking at both stock and tuned boost levels; this aluminum pipe replaces that weak point.
What is the NPT bung for?
The included 1/8" NPT bung can be used for water/meth injection, boost leak testing, or as a boost source; it ships plugged if you don't need it.
Which option do I order for an xDrive car?
Choose the xDrive (xi) variant that matches your transmission, automatic or manual.