CA: Engine Performance (see also forced induction & remapping sections)

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AFE have an excellent reputation on road and track for high quality, effective intake systems that not only look and sound good, but also (unlike many competitors) actually produce extra power.

Most applications are avaiable in Stage 1 and Stage 2 formats

All AFE intakes CA supplies include the option of upgraded Pro 5 R filter element and ram ducts ( wheer available) for` maximum effectiveness and performance; in other words all the aFe kits CA offer are the highest version of the specification options offered by aFe.

Please refer to the Variations section by using the red link button at top right to acess detaisl fro your particular model.

AFE intake kist are available for :

- 135 i stage 2

- E46 6 CYL Stage 1
- E46 M3 Stage 1
- E46 M3 Stage 2

- E90/92/93 - 06-08 L6-3.0L (non-turbo) Stage 2
- E90 M3 Including Ram Ducts x 2 Stage 2 Including Ram Ducts
- E9X 335 I Stage 2 Including Ram Ducts

- E39 525 528 530 540 Stage 1
- E39 M5 Stage 2

- E60 / 63 / 64 545 / 550 Stage 2
- E60 6 CYL 525 / 530 Stage 2
- E60 M5 Direct Fit larger volume filters and also Stage 2

- E65 745 Stage 2

- Z4 2.5 / 3.0 M54 Stage 1
- Z4 2.5 / 3.0 M54 Stage 2
- Z4M Stage 2

Estimated Product Shipping Weight inc Packaging: 1.00 Kg

AFE INTAKES PRICE LIST

Product Code: jlessisfe46m3

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An aFe Super Stock Intake system for your BMW is a more conservative way to increase your car's performance. An aFe High Flow Intake Filter replaces your restrictive factory filter element, allowing for 25% increased air flow, and resulting in more horsepower. At the same time, an upgraded intake scoop and pipe frees up the engine for some fresh air.

aFe Super Stock Intake System Benefits:

- Adds 8.8 Horsepower and 10 lb-ft of Torque (manufactures figures)
- Outflows stock intake system by 24%
- More of an upgrade than a filter replacement, while not as aggressive as a full Stage 1 or 2 intake system
- 100% polyurethane construction for a flawless fit
- Five layers of progressively finer cotton ensures filtration
- Washable & Reusable filters
- Upgraded intake pipe and snorkel improve airflow
- Filter cleaning & restore kit included

Installs in less than 10 minutes, just like OEM

The aFe High Flow Intake Filter is Offered is:

AFE Pro 5 R (pre-oiled)
Blue Air Filter
Average of 75% better air flow over stock filter element
98.6% filtration

Estimated Product Shipping Weight inc Packaging: 15.00 Kg

Product Code: bmcrpfoem

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E60 M5 KIT
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High flow / high performance air filters that simply replace the factory original versions within the factory airbox.

PERFORMANCE
BMC air filters are designed and produced to ensure a higher air flow than original paper filters. In F1, for example, BMC cotton filters minimize the loss of air flow pressure passing through the air filter; this way ensures the best conditions for full exploitation of maximum power. Therefore the benefits of replacing the original paper filter with BMC cotton air filter, produced using the same technology and materials as the F1 air filters, are evident.

DESIGN AND MATERIALS
Qualified engineers using advanced software and expert technicians using the latest technologies produce BMC air filters. An F1 filter must be very light, must be made of the best raw materials and must improve performance. For this reason we use only alloy mesh with epoxy coating to ensure protection from petrol fumes and from oxidization due to the humidity of the air. The filtering material is composed of a special cotton gauze soaked with low-viscosity oil to give you the best air permeability.

ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY
BMC technical staff has developed a particular production system based on soft rubber moulding which produces the familiar BMC red filters. They are made in one single piece with no welded joints in the corners, thus avoiding breaking risks. This system, called "Full Moulding" comes from R&D in F1 and it is significant of BMC air filters' technical and quality specifics.

PLEASE REFER TO EXCELL PRICE AND APPLICATION LIST BY CLICKING THE LINK BELOW.

BMC DIRECT REPLACEMENT PANEL FILTERS PRICE LIST

Product Code: cacaraaiintake

HIGH GRADE CARBON FIBRE
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SMOOTHED AIR INLET SURFACES
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VEL. STACK DIAMETER MATCHED TO OEM
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Real carbon fibre construction, replaces standard intake system entirely.
True Ram air function, enhances throttle response, induction note and power ( + 8 bhp Dyno verified).

There are many similar systems on the market but far as we are aware only this version has the following unique features:

1. smoothed surface to front air inlet scoop for better air flow / speed
2. velocity stack tube ( intake sectionwhere the OEM mass air meter sensor is fitted to) is same diameter as the OEM version, thus eliminating the flat spots in power delivey typical of other versions.
3. K & N type cotton gauze air filter, NOT the "look - a - like" or corrugated fibre or paper elements often used in other versions.
4.blue anodised velocity stack, as seen in bottom two images on the right (depending on availability at time of order) at no extra charge.

Superb looks, accurate fit.

CA AUTO TECH logo is optional !

Fitting Time: 1.15 hours.
Estimated Installation Cost at CA Workshops: £65.00 inc. VAT
Estimated Product Shipping Weight inc Packaging: 5.00 Kg

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** This page lists the airbox for the E46 M3, please refar to Variations section ( use red link button to the right) for E36 and Z3M versions.

A popular modification in Europe for years now, these airboxes provide a larger, more free flowing intake and plenum, greatly improving your M3's power, throttle response, under bonnet appearance and engine note.

Made in GERMANY from mostly 100% pre preg carbon fibre, at 2.25 Kgs these also offer a significant weight reduction over the OEM plenums.

What sets our airbox apart from many other similar items on the market is that it is an exact replica of the Genuine BMW CSL airbox…BMW spent tens of thousands of Euros developing this item, so it would be arrogant of us tuners to claim to have improved it ! Like the genuine item it uses an INTERNAL air filter for best performance ( boxes with external cone filters never run 100% right).

It is important to note that we have also replicated the INSIDE of the BMW airbox too, (funnels, spacing, air seperator rods etc) as THIS is what makes the difference.

Like the genuine BMW CSL, this airbox eliminates the restrictive M3 OEM mass Air Meter and runs on a modified Alpha N type software. However we also offer a version for those that prefer to keep the Mass Air Meter and use an air external filter.

This kit includes :

- Carbon Airbox
- Silicone connectors
- Internal CSL Air filter

NOTE : Dyno charts shows power increase of + 32 bhp , measured on 2004 E46 M3 with 100cell catalysts, Eisenmann rear exhaust and this CA carbon airbox and software.

VIDEO Here.

Fitting Time: 4.50 hours.
Estimated Product Shipping Weight inc Packaging: 3.00 Kg

Exploded View of CSL Airbox Kit
Internal Plug'n'Play Air Meter Sensor (Optional Item)
385 BHP Z4M With CA Carbon Airbox, Video

Product Code: oemcslab-2

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PART NUMBERS INCLUDED 1 OF 2
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OEM PART NUMBERS INCLUDED 2 OF 2
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This kit uses only genuine BMW CSL parts, allowing you to fit the comlplete CSL carbon airbox asembly to your "normal" E46 M3. Consists of:

- complete carbon airbox components and filter, every last nut and screw, AND the CSL oil dipstick assembly.

- all mounting hardware

- software additional cost

IMPORTANT NOTES:

1. the quoted cost for this kit is for manual transmission cars. For SMG cars you will also require to purchase at extra cost the genuine CSL SMG reservoir kit.
2. the original CSL airbox motorised flap is DELETED from this kit and compensated for in the new supplied software. The cost to integrate the flap into this conversion would be prohibitive, and offer no significant advantage on the non - CSL cars.
3.If you have a genuine or replica CSL front bumper we can also supply you the genuine BMW ducting parts to connect from the new airbox to the circular bumper intake opening, at extra cost.
4. you can retain the original BMW oil dipstick but it must be bent around to clear the CSL airbox. Alternatively you can also opt for the genuine CSL dipstick sensor and instrument cluster at extra cost so the oil level would be displayed electronically on the instrument cluster same as on the CSL.
5. If you also wish to use the CSL spec camshafts we can provide suitable software.
6. you must send us your ECU for remapping for this conversion

Estimated Product Shipping Weight inc Packaging: 5.00 Kg

OEM CSL PARTS PRICE LIST

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*Please refer to Variations Section (by using red link button on the right) to see details and prices for your particular model.

These top of the range "High-End Intake Systems" is made without compromise to maximize the overall performance of air intake systems as one complete unit. Conical air filter, placed within the inner and outer of center cone, controls air turbulences that in turn forces the speed of airflow to accelerate. Each carbon intake is custom made specially to meet the specification of the individual car .Other mechanisms within the systems, such as heat insulation and air-cooling, are also carefully designed to work in synergy to produce the superlative performance of the whole unit.

The system isolates the engine heat, delivering cool air to the filter, and performs the function of an air chamber, giving priority to intake efficiency The shape is specially designed for each model, taking into consideration the engine characteristics and the character of the vehicle.

In order to achieve even better air-intake rectification, center cones have been installed in the filter tops and inners.

The filter has multiple layers of natural cotton, strengthened using stainless steel mesh. It is a wet type using special oil. It is accordion-shaped, maintaining an enlarged air-intake area with control of any deformation due to the negative pressure. With a grid structure, the filter rectifies the air-intake while filtering.

**Please NOW refer to variations section for your model.

GRUPPE M PRICELIST + APPLICATIONS

Product Code: mg46m3cfrce-2

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The ultimate carbon fibre plenum / airbox / intake system ?

Taking the CSL airbox concept a whole step further, this air intake system was primarily designed for race cars, but can be used on street cars just the same, providing the following advantages over the OEM and most other aftermarket intake systems :

- True Ram Air operation, supplying a highly pressurised air supply
- Greater available air volume for instant throttle response
- Colder intake temps, the faster you go the colder the incoming air temps ( "wind chill" effect)
-More free flowing supply of air to the engine

All these factors combine to improve your M3's power, throttle response, under bonnet appearance and engine note. Made from 100% pre preg carbon fibre, at approx 2.5 Kgs this kit also offer a weight reduction over the OEM intake /plenum.

Power gains depend on many factors (such as condition of engine, quality of mapping, other mods to the car etc), but gains of 35 -50 Bhp are typical (E46M3, NOT CSL), particularly at speeds over around 100 mph where the ram - air pressurisation effect is most effective.

Typically this type of "CSL-style" air box is used without the factory standard Mass Airflow Meter (MAF) and with the car's software being converted to Alpha N system protocols, which we can also offer at extra cost, please enquire.

*(THIS WILL FIT S50 / S52 / S54 ENGINED E46 SHELLS)*

Estimated Product Shipping Weight inc Packaging: 5.00 Kg

ARTICLE ON CARBON FIBRE WRITTEN BY CA AUTOMOTIVE FOR PBMW MAG 2010

Product Code: mgslide

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Slide throttles operate just like they sound, in that the throttle plates slide sideways, instead of rotating about an axis as for butterflies in more traditional throttle body set ups.

Mainly used for racing, the advantage is that when the throttles are fully open, the plates are completely removed from the airflow, so there is no obstruction blocking the inlet path to the combustion chambers.

Currently availabble for S54 and some V8 engines, please enquire for details.

Estimated Product Shipping Weight inc Packaging: 4.00 Kg

Product Code: rogue46m3ie

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Improve the performance of your E46 M3 with the Rogue Engineering Performance Intake Boot. Made from high quality, 4-ply silicone, it removes the turbulent ribs of the factory plastic elbow and smoothes the air intake path to the intake manifold.

The E46 M3 boot fits 2001-06 E46 M3 (US and Euro, NOT CSL). It does not fit the MZ4 Coupe or Roadster.

The E46 M3 intake boot includes replacement clamps, as the factory ones are not large enough to fit around the larger OD of the replacement elbow.

Estimated Product Shipping Weight inc Packaging: 2.00 Kg

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RPi's Ram Air Induction converts your E46 M3's factory intake system into a ram air type for better performance.

Other aftermarket induction kits mostly suck in hot air causing a loss of performance. The use of heatshields are not very affective as heat shields mainly work to block radiant heat only.

Utilizing the factory intake boxes, expect a 6-10whp gain with 70mph airflow.

This kit includes:

- Hi Flow BMC panel filter
- RPI metal ram scoop
- Mounting hardware

This listing is for the complete ram kit, for scoop kit only without filter please refer to "Variations" section by using red link button at top right.

Estimated Product Shipping Weight inc Packaging: 2.00 Kg

Product Code: cam3bbtb

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These throttle bodies have a +1.5mm larger bore than factory versions, offering approx 12% more volumetric flow at 7000 rpm.

Ideal as part of a larger tuning package ( either naturally aspirated or force inducted) or as a standalone upgrade. ECU remapping is recommended for best results.

These are exactly same design, specification and quality as sold by other companies at almost twice the price.

Fits all S50 /52 /54 engines.

This item will "plug and play " as delivered and provide increased pick up and power in mid - high rev range, but for very best results a remap would be required ( but not essential).

NOTE: £200 REFUND IF YOU RETURN YOUR ORIGINAL THROTTLE BODIES AFTER.

Fitting Time: 4.00 hours.
Estimated Installation Cost at CA Workshops: £230.00 inc. VAT
Estimated Product Shipping Weight inc Packaging: 6.00 Kg

Product Code: rguee46m3is

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Real Power, Without a supercharger.

Know primarily for their force induction systems, VF Engineering has introduced their E46 M3 intake system.

Quality Construction

There are a number of features which make this system unique on the market.

- Compatible with all 2001-06 E46 M3s, including SMG.
- Intake housing is made entirely from plastic, like the factory system.
- Like the factory intake airbox, using plastic minimizes the engine compartment heat transfer into the airflow of the system.
- Billet aluminum MAF housing as well as using the stock MAF screen, one of the few aftermarket intake systems that do so.
- Cold air feed duct, minimizing hydro-lock possibilities (compatible with stock or CSL-style bumpers).
- Cleanable, multi-layer, velocity stacked air filter.
-Can be used with stock software or with popular aftermarket performance software (contact us for details).

Add even MORE bhp with the addition of RPI performance scoops.

Serviceable

The cotton/gauze filter use on the VFE intake is a cleanable filter. With an available revitalization kit, you can clean and re-oil the filter as often as necessary. These cleanable filters also offer more than 99% filtration.

Estimated Product Shipping Weight inc Packaging: 7.00 Kg