Mishimoto F8x Charge Pipes Review

[AlejoEvo]

Originally Posted by gprzybylski

So I got them power coated now for the install

Nice color! I think powder coated CP is now a thing!

[gprzybylski]

Install done and the OEM pipes were not cracked...

[BzsBimmer]

Originally Posted by DanMpower

Yes, I too had to use an 8mm wrench to tighten the bolt. It's like that on most aftermarket CPs I've tried when you use the factory bolt. The trick for me is to start turning them by hand, as you slide the CP down slowly continue finger tightening it. Once the pipe is flush, it should only need a couple turns with the 8mm to fully tighten it. Did yours have the mismatched texture finish as well on the pipes?

Bumping this.
I just tried to install mine today and had the same issue with the rear charge pipe where the bolt would not accept a socket. I tried several different ways and even tried a 8mm 12 pt wrench with no luck. Looks like the weld is too thick and or the pipe protrudes too much.

Watching their install video, there’s no mention of using a wrench etc so I’d imagine that this a manufacturing defect. I submitted a warranty claim which is frustrating for something that should have been a perfect fit.

Let’s see what Mishimoto says.

[DanMpower]

Originally Posted by BzsBimmer

Bumping this.
I just tried to install mine today and had the same issue with the rear charge pipe where the bolt would not accept a socket. I tried several different ways and even tried a 8mm 12 pt wrench with no luck. Looks like the weld is too thick and or the pipe protrudes too much.

Watching their install video, there’s no mention of using a wrench etc so I’d imagine that this a manufacturing defect. I submitted a warranty claim which is frustrating for something that should have been a perfect fit.

Let’s see what Mishimoto says.

Use the open-ended side of the wrench for the final tightening, start it by hand with your fingers while you slide the pipe down and turn the bolt as much as you can by hand. 12pt or 6pt wrench doesn't matter since again you'll be using the open-ended side. This will be the same procedure for almost all aftermarket charge pipes that I've installed. Tip, remove the intake tube between the charge pipes to gain more access, it's just a 10mm holding it down.

[BzsBimmer]

I wasn’t aware that you can use the open side of a wrench to tighten an etorx... never tried though. I’ll give it another go.

[DanMpower]

Originally Posted by BzsBimmer

I wasn’t aware that you can use the open side of a wrench to tighten an etorx... never tried though. I’ll give it another go.

Yes sir you can, give it another go.

[BzsBimmer]

Originally Posted by DanMpower

Yes sir you can, give it another go.

Thanks for the tip. Learn something new today. Usually I’ve used closed end on etorx. Never thought about open end!

So yeah, got it redone and works like a charm. I used an 8mm ignition wrench which was small enough to get at the rear.

Front charge pipe was never an issue. I’ll also add that both of my chargepipes are matching finishes.

Thanks!!

[MR RIZK]

Originally Posted by BzsBimmer

Bumping this.
I just tried to install mine today and had the same issue with the rear charge pipe where the bolt would not accept a socket. I tried several different ways and even tried a 8mm 12 pt wrench with no luck. Looks like the weld is too thick and or the pipe protrudes too much.

Watching their install video, there's no mention of using a wrench etc so I'd imagine that this a manufacturing defect. I submitted a warranty claim which is frustrating for something that should have been a perfect fit.

Let's see what Mishimoto says.

At the 4:40 mark it clearly shows how to tighten the bolt.

* EDIT you did say u tried a wrench. Maybe need a thinner one like a snap on etc *

[BzsBimmer]

Originally Posted by MR RIZK

At the 4:40 mark it clearly shows how to tighten the bolt.

* EDIT you did say u tried a wrench. Maybe need a thinner one like a snap on etc *

Yeah. Totally missed that 🤦*♂️

[BzsBimmer]

Going to be getting mine powder coated too. Call me inspired ;-)

[mike@x-ph.com]

Originally Posted by BzsBimmer

Going to be getting mine powder coated too. Call me inspired ;-)

Post pictures please

[BzsBimmer]

Originally Posted by mike@x-ph.com

Post pictures please

Of course!

[BzsBimmer]

Well looks like back to the color board.
All the samples I got don’t match very well.

[MR RIZK]

Originally Posted by BzsBimmer

Well looks like back to the color board.
All the samples I got don't match very well.

That's why the best colour is AW

Once u get the match I'm sure it will look awesome.

[LukeM15]

Just ordered these. Thanks for the review

[11LMBiSTT]

Does anyone know if the Wagner CPs fit perfectly like the Mishimoto?

[BzsBimmer]

Got the latest batches.


I think this is the closest match

[Rokoz]

Are you guys running the provided clamps and coupler? If you were to upgrade, what would you go with? Thinking I’m going to pick these up and go with polished silver

[BzsBimmer]

I’m using the supplied clamps and couplers.
Not sure I’d see a need to change them out

[jmciver]

Originally Posted by Rokoz

Are you guys running the provided clamps and coupler? If you were to upgrade, what would you go with? Thinking I’m going to pick these up and go with polished silver

Personally, I would go with the OEM style Norma clamps over the typical generic hose clamps that most aftermarket vendors provide. The Norma clamps are specifically designed for this application (and why the BMW engineers chose to use them over basic hose clamps).

[Rokoz]

Originally Posted by DanMpower

Super bored so I decided to spruce up the engine bay a little because of quarantine . Stripped and powder coated them white.

What did you do to strip these? Thinking about stripping them and doing a polished set. My pipes should come tomorrow

[DanMpower]

Originally Posted by Rokoz

What did you do to strip these? Thinking about stripping them and doing a polished set. My pipes should come tomorrow

Klean-Strip Aircraft Paint remover, the old formula.