Description
Upgrade the turbocharger airflow system of your BMW N55 with the DCE Parts BMW N55 Aluminum Turbo Inlet Pipe. Designed as a direct replacement for the factory turbo inlet pipe, this upgraded component features durable aluminum construction and an increased-flow design to provide improved airflow to the turbocharger.
The factory BMW N55 turbo inlet pipe can become a potential weak point, particularly on tuned engines operating at increased boost levels. The DCE Parts N55 Turbo Inlet Pipe replaces the factory plastic component with a more durable aluminum alternative, providing improved reliability while optimizing the airflow path into the turbocharger.
Its increased pipe size and less restrictive design help reduce airflow turbulence and support more efficient airflow into the turbocharger. This can help improve throttle response and turbocharger response, making it a practical upgrade for both stock and modified N55 applications.
Key Features
- High-Quality Aluminum Construction – Replaces the factory plastic turbo inlet pipe with a stronger and more durable aluminum design.
- Increased Airflow – Larger pipe dimensions help improve airflow into the turbocharger.
- Less Restrictive Design – Increased flow capacity helps reduce restrictions in the turbocharger inlet system.
- Reduced Turbulence – The increased pipe size helps promote smoother airflow.
- Direct OEM Replacement – Designed to replace the factory N55 turbo inlet pipe.
- Increased Durability – Aluminum construction provides a more robust alternative to the factory plastic component.
- Improved Throttle Response – Enhanced airflow characteristics can help support improved throttle response.
- Reduced Turbo Lag – The upgraded inlet design is intended to support improved turbocharger response.
- Improved Reliability – Helps address a potential weak point in the factory N55 intake system.
- Suitable for Tuned Applications – Ideal for N55 vehicles running increased boost and engine modifications.
Why Upgrade the BMW N55 Turbo Inlet Pipe?
The factory N55 turbo inlet pipe is constructed from plastic and can become susceptible to failure over time, especially when exposed to the increased boost pressure associated with tuned engines. Upgrading to the DCE Parts N55 Aluminum Turbo Inlet Pipe provides a stronger and more durable alternative.
The increased pipe size improves the airflow path to the turbocharger and helps reduce turbulence and restriction. This makes the DCE Parts turbo inlet pipe a useful upgrade for BMW enthusiasts seeking improved turbocharger airflow, durability, and response.
Fitment by Series
BMW 1 Series
- F20 M135i
- F21 M135i
BMW 2 Series
- F22 M235i
- F23 M235i
BMW 3 Series
- F30 335i
- F31 335i
- F34 335i
BMW 4 Series
- F32 435i
- F33 435i
- F36 435i
BMW M Series
- F87 M2
Compatibility
- Engine: BMW N55
- Drivetrain: Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
- Transmission: Automatic Transmission
- Application: BMW N55 turbocharged models listed above
Important Fitment Note
This product is specified for BMW N55 engines with rear-wheel drive and automatic transmission. Please verify your vehicle's chassis, engine, drivetrain, and transmission configuration before ordering.
Product Summary
The DCE Parts BMW N55 Aluminum Turbo Inlet Pipe is a direct OEM replacement designed to improve the durability and airflow of the N55 turbocharger inlet system. Its increased-flow, less restrictive aluminum design helps reduce turbulence and supports improved throttle response and turbocharger response, making it an ideal upgrade for BMW M135i, M235i, 335i, 435i, and F87 M2 applications.
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