F01/F10 3L Diesel no cost mod = noticable increase in torque

F01/F10 3L Diesel no cost mod = noticable increase in torque

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Vergis

Original Poster:

549 posts

241 months

Tuesday 2nd August 2016
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Though I would share this with everyone since I have been running my car this way for 6 months and 10k miles.

1. Remove top engine cover and remove oval air filer.
2. Strip off the loose net that surrounds the filter element. It serves no filtration purpose.
3. Remove the air filter plastic insert base until you can see the the left side air pipe entry point.
4. Remove the plastic square grid that takes up about 15% of air flow out of the engine. This can be done by using a mini screwdrive and prying off on side. It will then come off easily.
5. Replace everything.

There you go. You will notice an increase in torque and acceleration will be smoother.


HoHoHo

14,974 posts

249 months

Tuesday 2nd August 2016
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Vergis said:
Though I would share this with everyone since I have been running my car this way for 6 months and 10k miles.

1. Remove top engine cover and remove oval air filer.
2. Strip off the loose net that surrounds the filter element. It serves no filtration purpose.
3. Remove the air filter plastic insert base until you can see the the left side air pipe entry point.
4. Remove the plastic square grid that takes up about 15% of air flow out of the engine. This can be done by using a mini screwdrive and prying off on side. It will then come off easily.
5. Replace everything.

There you go. You will notice an increase in torque and acceleration will be smoother.
Can I ask what model you have and why do you think BMW don't do this already confused

Vergis

Original Poster:

549 posts

241 months

Wednesday 3rd August 2016
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F01 730D

1. The cover provide a very small degree of noise insulation and decoration of an ugly engine
2. The grill on the air pipe is in case someone removes the air filter and leaves fall into the air pipe.


There are many reasons these cars a detuned or performance retarded. Product extension (i.e. special editions in the future with more power) or making sure that the car is not harmed if serviced by a less capable person etc.

Its interesting that British forums always have an air of negativity and cynicism when making recommendations. American forums are a lot more positive and curious.

MrBarry123

6,025 posts

120 months

Wednesday 3rd August 2016
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With you around, if I was BMW M or AC Schnitzer, I'd be stting myself about now.

smashy

3,030 posts

157 months

Wednesday 3rd August 2016
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MrBarry123 said:
With you around, if I was BMW M or AC Schnitzer, I'd be stting myself about now.
What an unpleasant post ...this defines everything I despise regarding Piston Heads all in around 15 words well done.
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HoHoHo

14,974 posts

249 months

Wednesday 3rd August 2016
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Vergis said:
F01 730D

1. The cover provide a very small degree of noise insulation and decoration of an ugly engine
2. The grill on the air pipe is in case someone removes the air filter and leaves fall into the air pipe.


There are many reasons these cars a detuned or performance retarded. Product extension (i.e. special editions in the future with more power) or making sure that the car is not harmed if serviced by a less capable person etc.

Its interesting that British forums always have an air of negativity and cynicism when making recommendations. American forums are a lot more positive and curious.
Thanks for your reply, not sure I was being negative but simply asking a genuine question - I have nothing against modding at all.

MrBarry123

6,025 posts

120 months

Wednesday 3rd August 2016
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smashy said:
What an unpleasant post ...this defines everything I despise regarding Piston Heads all in around 15 words well done.
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I sincerely apologise for my horribleness and for upsetting you. From this moment forward, I'll try* to always evaluate the potential upset my words could cause before I post on this forum.

*no promises

smashy

3,030 posts

157 months

Wednesday 3rd August 2016
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MrBarry123 said:
I sincerely apologise for my horribleness and for upsetting you. From this moment forward, I'll try* to always evaluate the potential upset my words could cause before I post on this forum.

*no promises
I was chatting to my neigbours psychiatrist about you today ( I live in Broadmoor) he said your are not a one off as you probably think you are your are just another Forum passive aggressive carry on.

R66bby

145 posts

131 months

Thursday 25th August 2016
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Vergis said:
F01 730D

1. The cover provide a very small degree of noise insulation and decoration of an ugly engine
2. The grill on the air pipe is in case someone removes the air filter and leaves fall into the air pipe.


There are many reasons these cars a detuned or performance retarded. Product extension (i.e. special editions in the future with more power) or making sure that the car is not harmed if serviced by a less capable person etc.

Its interesting that British forums always have an air of negativity and cynicism when making recommendations. American forums are a lot more positive and curious.
Did you notice any difference in MPG? Out of interest what MPG are you getting? Iv decided to pull the trigger on a f01 in the spring smile so all the research starts.