OVERVIEW

The aFe POWER BladeRunner GT Series intercooler replaces the restrictive factory unit on the turbocharged BMW F2x/F3x platform with a far larger bar-and-plate core. Where the factory intercooler uses a small tube-and-fin core, the BladeRunner uses a 5" bar and plate core that is 29% larger than stock, allowing greater airflow and far better heat dissipation. In aFe testing the unit showed flow gains of up to 17% over the factory intercooler while lowering manifold intake air temperature.

The end tanks are formed from 3/16" thick aluminum plate and TIG-welded inside and out by certified craftsmen for strength and resistance to stress cracking. Each end tank carries two 1/8" NPT ports for pressure sensors or water-methanol injection, and 2-1/2" billet aluminum inlet and outlet fittings retain the factory-style quick connections for the intercooler tubes. The complete assembly is pressure tested to 200 psi.

The intercooler uses the factory mounting locations, so no cutting or modification of the vehicle is required for installation.

SPECS

Outflows the factory intercooler by up to 17%
Lowers manifold intake air temperature
5" bar-and-plate core, 29% larger than the factory core
End tanks formed from 3/16" thick aluminum plate
2-1/2" billet aluminum inlet and outlet
Retains factory-style quick connections for the intercooler tubes
Two 1/8" NPT ports on the intercooler and tube for pressure sensors or water-methanol injection
100% TIG-welded inside and out
Pressure tested to 200 psi
Uses the factory mounting locations; no cutting or modification required
Not CARB exempt; not legal for sale or use in California

PARTS INCLUDED

BladeRunner GT Series intercooler
Intercooler tube (1)
Plugs (2)
Trim seal (2)

TECH RESOURCES

Additional Parts Required

None. aFe specifies no additional hardware for this part — it mounts in the factory locations and uses the factory-style quick connections, with no cutting or modification of the vehicle.

Installation

aFe POWER 46-20221 installation instructions (PDF)

Notes

Note: This intercooler kit is not CARB exempt at this time and is not legal for sale in California or use on vehicles registered with the California Department of Motor Vehicles.
Confirm your exact chassis and engine code with Speed Logic before ordering.

PART NUMBER

46-20221

VEHICLE APPLICATIONS

Make	Model	Chassis	Engine	Years
BMW	228i	F22/F23	N20 2.0L Turbo I4	2014–2016
BMW	228i xDrive	F22/F23	N20 2.0L Turbo I4	2015–2016
BMW	320i	F30	N20 / B48 2.0L Turbo I4	2012–2018
BMW	320i xDrive	F30	N20 / B48 2.0L Turbo I4	2013–2018
BMW	328i	F30	N20 / N26 2.0L Turbo I4	2012–2016
BMW	328i xDrive	F30/F31	N20 / N26 2.0L Turbo I4	2013–2016
BMW	328i GT xDrive	F34	N20 / N26 2.0L Turbo I4	2014–2016
BMW	420i (non-US model)	F32/F33	N20 2.0L Turbo I4	2014–2016
BMW	420i Gran Coupe (non-US model)	F36	N20 2.0L Turbo I4	2014–2016
BMW	428i	F32/F33	N20 / N26 2.0L Turbo I4	2014–2016
BMW	428i xDrive	F32/F33	N20 / N26 2.0L Turbo I4	2014–2016
BMW	428i Gran Coupe	F36	N20 / N26 2.0L Turbo I4	2015–2016
BMW	428i xDrive Gran Coupe	F36	N20 / N26 2.0L Turbo I4	2015–2016