Evolution Racewerks FMIC Intercooler – BMW 228i / 320i / 328i / 428i (N20 / N26)

OVERVIEW

The Evolution Racewerks Competition Series Front Mount Intercooler was developed over more than a year of testing on a stable of test cars in different racing conditions, and is designed specifically to fit — and look right on — the BMW 228i, 320i, 328i and 428i with the N20 or N26 engine. The core measures 20" x 11" x 3", or 26" x 11" x 3" including the end tanks, and uses Evolution Racewerks' high density bar and plate construction in place of the factory tube and fin core.

Fin density is what makes the core work. The fins are the main heat transfer surface, so more fins per square inch means more real surface area. Most quality cores use 12 to 14 fins per square inch and inexpensive overseas cores use 8 to 10, which is why a large cheap core can still perform poorly. Evolution Racewerks cores run 18 to 20 fins per square inch, giving the same efficiency in roughly half the core size of a cheap overseas core. The finished intercooler carries 660 cubic inches of high density bar and plate core against the factory's 425 cubic inches of less efficient tube and fin, a 35% increase in core volume.

Cast end tanks improve durability and internal flow, and the intercooler uses factory style connectors so it works with the factory charge piping or aftermarket piping that uses factory style connectors, including the Evolution Racewerks charge pipe upgrade. All factory components are retained, no modification is required, and the kit is 100% bolt on.

SPECS

• Core dimensions: 20" x 11" x 3" (26" x 11" x 3" including end tanks)
• Core volume: 660 cubic inches versus the factory 425 cubic inches, a 35% increase
• Core type: high density bar and plate, replacing the factory tube and fin core
• Fin density: 18 to 20 fins per square inch (typical quality cores run 12 to 14, cheap overseas cores 8 to 10)
• Cast end tanks for improved durability and internal flow characteristics
• Factory style connectors; compatible with factory or aftermarket piping using factory style connectors, and with the Evolution Racewerks charge pipe upgrade kit
• Retains ALL factory components; no modifications required; 100% bolt on
• Finish: brushed as standard
• Optional polished finish
• Optional Type III hard black anodizing on the intercooler, end tanks and all piping, which also improves fin resistance to road debris damage
• Developed and tested for over a year under racing conditions
• Limited Lifetime Warranty

PARTS INCLUDED

• Competition Series bar and plate front mount intercooler with cast end tanks
• All hardware needed to install

TECH RESOURCES

Additional Parts Required

• None. Evolution Racewerks specifies no additional hardware for this intercooler — it retains all factory components, requires no modifications and is 100% bolt on.
• Optional companion part: Evolution Racewerks BMW N20 / N26 (F30) Charge Pipe, which uses the same factory style connectors.
• Installer supplies normal hand tools and a vehicle lift or stands; front bumper removal is required for access.

Installation

• Evolution Racewerks does not publish a downloadable installation guide for this intercooler. It installs in the factory intercooler location using the supplied hardware, with no trimming or modification of factory parts.
• Contact Speed Logic if you need installation support or a recommended installer.

Notes

• Only the finish is selected at checkout. Confirm your exact configuration with Speed Logic before ordering.

PART NUMBER

• BM-FMIC006S1 — brushed finish
• BM-FMIC006P1 — polished finish
• BM-FMIC006B1 — Type III hard anodized black

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