VRSF Race top heat exchanger, BMW M3 / M4 / M2 Competition (S55 engine)

VRSF intercooler kits for high power BMW’s.

BMW intercooler (FMIC)
In BMW turbo engine, like in all turbo engines the intake air temperature is absolutely significant. With every degree up or down, you will lose or gain that previous horsepower. Hot air is less dense and oxygen rich by nature (resulting in less power output), but in addition to that your Engine Control Unit will actively limit the engine power whenever the IAT shows any signs of rising.

Therefore a high performance intercooler is always a beneficial upgrade, even in stock engine.

VRSF intercoolers are designed specifically for each BMW model and engine to offer an efficient solution.

BMW M2 Competition, M3 and M4 models with S55 engine

This top mount heat exchanger kit offers a superior cooling capacity compared to the OEM core. In S55 the charge cooling is done via water-to-air cooling system, for minimal turbo lag and efficiency. In a system like this, the ways to improve cooling capacity include replacing the smaller heat exchanger core on top of the engine, or the main core behind front bumper. Whatever gets that heat off from charge air, will improve your engines output and lower the sensitivity for knocking and detonation.

For optimal results, consider the additional front core from attached dropdown menu.

Installation

All needed accessories are included, to make installation possible even in home garage if you will. Normal tools and equipment with some extra time should be enough.

This kit doesn’t need modifications for bumper or structures.

Depending on your trim level and model, it’s always good to be prepared for some minor trimming or honing for that perfect fitment.

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Keypoints

• Bolt-on fitment, all needed accessories included.
• 62% higher capacity over the OEM intercooler.
• Checked and pressure tested high quality cores.
• This kit doesn’t need engine tuning (although it will increase the benefits)

Confirmed fitment for following models:
2015 – 2019 F82/F83 BMW M3 S55
2015 – 2019 F82/F83 BMW M4 S55
2018+ F82 BMW M2 Competition S55

Most of the common BMW intercoolers are stocked locally in our warehouse in Finland. We get weekly shipments from the manufacturer for optimal delivery times with backordered items.

Tip: Have a look at aluminium charge pipes for BMW in our selection as well.

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How intercooler works and why? Youtube animation:

Youtube pick, Engineering Explained / Jason and few words about intercoolers: