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Maximize airflow with the VRP C63 (s) and GLC63 (s) 3" intake kit
The VRP 3" dual intake kit for the W205 C63, C63s, and GLC63 is here!
We are currently the only company to utilizing large 3″ tubing from filter to turbo to accommodate the some of the largest filters on the market!
This kit covers performance and aesthetic all in one go. These extra wide intakes will enhance the already incredible turbo spool sound in the M177 engine while providing a better throttle response and maximized airflow!
These intakes can be ceramic coated in a variety of colors for optimal heat resistance!
This kit includes large reusable and re-washable K & N filters! **These kits ship with K&N filters by default which do not require the Filter sensors shown in the photo
I'm very happy and paired mine with some turbo blankets and then gave the hot air a way out of the engine bay. After 20 minutes of hard, non stop driving, I can pull over and lay my hand right on the heat shield and not scream like a girl. Sitting still it takes 10-15 minutes to REALLY warm up the engine bay. Long story short, the intake is great, but the turbo blankets, trimming the rear seal(I originally had it completely off, but it looked like poop), and opening up as much of the front intake channels as possible for cool airflow into the engine bay is really what made this a winner. That rear gasket really seals up the engine bay as far as hot air, and it also mutes the $h1t out of the turbo sound into the cabin. You will be shocked when you feel the hot air coming from the back of the hood when the gasket is off. Turbo blankets are incredible at lowering underhood temps, and a no brainer for this set-up imo. Downpipes and a tune coming shortly.
Ordering a kit soon!
I'm going with the full ceramic coat heat protection on the heat shields and the intake pipes themselves.
Hope to make a difference.
Already have a turbo blanket, and my aluminum turbo cover plate will be ceramic coated for heat protection also.
AND....
My Pure 1000 turbos have the hot side ceramic coated also.
AND...
My Modalworks catted downpipes are also heat-shielded.
AND...
as soon as the CSF 3-piece intercooler upgrade kit is released, adding that.
AND...
next year before the summer: WMI.
So I plan to have the best heat-insulated/protected M177 in the USA.
I'm very happy and paired mine with some turbo blankets and then gave the hot air a way out of the engine bay. After 20 minutes of hard, non stop driving, I can pull over and lay my hand right on the heat shield and not scream like a girl. Sitting still it takes 10-15 minutes to REALLY warm up the engine bay. Long story short, the intake is great, but the turbo blankets, trimming the rear seal(I originally had it completely off, but it looked like poop), and opening up as much of the front intake channels as possible for cool airflow into the engine bay is really what made this a winner. That rear gasket really seals up the engine bay as far as hot air, and it also mutes the $h1t out of the turbo sound into the cabin. You will be shocked when you feel the hot air coming from the back of the hood when the gasket is off. Turbo blankets are incredible at lowering underhood temps, and a no brainer for this set-up imo. Downpipes and a tune coming shortly.
Thank you so much for your feedback! Your set up looks great and we're glad you're happy with the performance of your new intakes! Shoot an email to marketingmanager@vrpspeed.com and we can get you hooked up with your next upgrades!
Ordering a kit soon!
I'm going with the full ceramic coat heat protection on the heat shields and the intake pipes themselves.
Hope to make a difference.
Already have a turbo blanket, and my aluminum turbo cover plate will be ceramic coated for heat protection also.
AND....
My Pure 1000 turbos have the hot side ceramic coated also.
AND...
My Modalworks catted downpipes are also heat-shielded.
AND...
as soon as the CSF 3-piece intercooler upgrade kit is released, adding that.
AND...
next year before the summer: WMI.
So I plan to have the best heat-insulated/protected M177 in the USA.
You're definitely on the right track if that's your goal! We can't wait to see the end result!
Why does the BLUE version of the intake in your pictures above show the little "blue connector tubes" on each side forward of the intake pipes? None of the pictures of the other colors show that.
What's the difference there?
Was the blue just a "full install" and the others were "partial" installs?
Inquiring minds, etc.
Why does the BLUE version of the intake in your pictures above show the little "blue connector tubes" on each side forward of the intake pipes? None of the pictures of the other colors show that.
What's the difference there?
Was the blue just a "full install" and the others were "partial" installs?
Inquiring minds, etc.
The owner left the OE intake funnels in and modified them with round PVC type stuff and painted them the same color as the intake? I don't think that is any part VRP sells and was custom done by the owner. I was going to do the same, but found without the turbo sucking air through the tube, it was actually restrictive in letting cool air into the engine bay and to the filter.
Why does the BLUE version of the intake in your pictures above show the little "blue connector tubes" on each side forward of the intake pipes? None of the pictures of the other colors show that.
What's the difference there?
Was the blue just a "full install" and the others were "partial" installs?
Inquiring minds, etc.
They are actually some prototype pieces and a section of 3" aluminum tube ceramic coated to match. Not a product we offer currently, They are made to work with the head shields but stock tubes work aswell! Material cost ended up putting the tube pair in the $250 price range so we never brought it into production.
I really liked/wanted the Coolant Reservoir Cover With Builder badge holder when I got the intake, but there was no option for black?
I also need some catless shielded downpipes for my GLC. Can you guys help there?
I really liked/wanted the Coolant Reservoir Cover With Builder badge holder when I got the intake, but there was no option for black?
I also need some catless shielded downpipes for my GLC. Can you guys help there?
Thanks again!
I really liked/wanted the Coolant Reservoir Cover With Builder badge holder when I got the intake, but there was no option for black?
I also need some catless shielded downpipes for my GLC. Can you guys help there?
Thanks again!
Hey there! This customer bought a color but decided to take the color off completely so that's why it's black! Thank you for bringing it to my attention though, I will add that option to the listing.
Unfortunately, we currently don't have any downpipe options for the GLC.
I'm very happy and paired mine with some turbo blankets and then gave the hot air a way out of the engine bay. After 20 minutes of hard, non stop driving, I can pull over and lay my hand right on the heat shield and not scream like a girl. Sitting still it takes 10-15 minutes to REALLY warm up the engine bay. Long story short, the intake is great, but the turbo blankets, trimming the rear seal(I originally had it completely off, but it looked like poop), and opening up as much of the front intake channels as possible for cool airflow into the engine bay is really what made this a winner. That rear gasket really seals up the engine bay as far as hot air, and it also mutes the $h1t out of the turbo sound into the cabin. You will be shocked when you feel the hot air coming from the back of the hood when the gasket is off. Turbo blankets are incredible at lowering underhood temps, and a no brainer for this set-up imo. Downpipes and a tune coming shortly.
Looking at these for my 20 63s but what are turbo blankets? I know the heat shields/panels are on thing but didn't know what TB's were. Living in GA it gets hot here too and I daily mine.
Turbo blankets go under the turbo cover & do 2 great things for you:
1. Keep the turbo heat IN THE HOT V which helps the turbos perform better, and
2. Help keep that heat out of the engine bay, so that intake temps can remain low, which aids performance.
Mine stops about 200-230 degrees F from "coming up." I love it.
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