*** $1,500 CF Airbox with HP benefits ***
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2003 E55 AMG
Come on guys.. Who said anything about making them solid?? I know that the engine flexes and that the tubes cant be solid... On page 3 of this thread I posted a pic of the type of tube that would be constructed.. this should jog some memories..
You have a stock airbox so yours will be part of the next shipment that is coming.
I'll have timeline in the next day or two.
Originally Posted by bleek
Hmmm...... C/F breaking and cracking, wow! So what would happen is the motor ingested some C/F, everything should be ok right?
Originally Posted by kompressed55
I was under the impression that the accordian section of the plastic air tube ALSO allows the tube to compensate for engine movement. If it didn't, the hose could possibly dislocate at the inlet scoops or air box.
The engine slightly rotates when the accelerator is blipped, and the engine is not rigidly mounted to the subframe. I would think any rigid CF tubes would have to allow for some flex and movement of the engine (and with it, the lower air boxes). The engine is definitely not static when it's operating and on the road. But I'm sure your engineer already is considering this. Isn't he?
The engine slightly rotates when the accelerator is blipped, and the engine is not rigidly mounted to the subframe. I would think any rigid CF tubes would have to allow for some flex and movement of the engine (and with it, the lower air boxes). The engine is definitely not static when it's operating and on the road. But I'm sure your engineer already is considering this. Isn't he?
Originally Posted by jparch
i would have to agree with you also, the air tubes are engineered to flex; to compensate for engine movement while allowing airflow to enter the airboxes. i would have to think that by making those air tubes solid would result in something somewhere breaking/cracking.....
Originally Posted by sporters78
Vic,
when will the second shipment come in?
when will the second shipment come in?
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Thanks! I'm getting some sleep.. 
I'll be able to get more sleep once these airboxes are out of here and in your hands.. LOL.. 
Had a hell of a time with Canada customs and the damn custom airfilters for some reason. I guess they didnt like where the came from or something.. who knows...
They are expected to release the filters to us this morning anytime now.. Once that happens they'll go into the boxes and the remaining 4 stock TB airboxes will be shipped out.
I havent taken any more deposits on the tubes; only the engine cover right now. Hmm.. I think you are paid up on the deposit for that.. but.. I'll check.
LOL.. I can put you on a pre-authorized debit every month for mods if you want.. They'll just show up at your door..
I'll be able to get more sleep once these airboxes are out of here and in your hands.. LOL.. Had a hell of a time with Canada customs and the damn custom airfilters for some reason. I guess they didnt like where the came from or something.. who knows...
They are expected to release the filters to us this morning anytime now.. Once that happens they'll go into the boxes and the remaining 4 stock TB airboxes will be shipped out.
I havent taken any more deposits on the tubes; only the engine cover right now. Hmm.. I think you are paid up on the deposit for that.. but.. I'll check.
LOL.. I can put you on a pre-authorized debit every month for mods if you want.. They'll just show up at your door..
Originally Posted by FlyByNight
when can we place deposits on the tubes? Or did I already? Too many VRUS paypal transactions to keep track of. Time for a merchant visa / mc account for you Victor...
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Customs FINALLY released my bloody custom airfilters...
Boxes were packed and picked up by Fedex.. I had them sent NEXT DAY AIR for you guys so you would get them before the weekend.. (That's on me.)
The 4 lucky guys are:
- E55 Killer
- DSC
- mstenberg
- bfnnrgn
Please post your honest opinions once you receive it.. I would like to hear your feedback. I hope you enjoy them!
I'll post more info on the next shipment as soon as they give me an update.. Hopefully by tomorrow.
Boxes were packed and picked up by Fedex.. I had them sent NEXT DAY AIR for you guys so you would get them before the weekend.. (That's on me.)
The 4 lucky guys are:
- E55 Killer
- DSC
- mstenberg
- bfnnrgn
Please post your honest opinions once you receive it.. I would like to hear your feedback. I hope you enjoy them!
I'll post more info on the next shipment as soon as they give me an update.. Hopefully by tomorrow.
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S211 AMG
Thanks guys for the kind words! It is much apreciated.
Status
- 10 airboxes landed (6 for stock TB, 4 for 80mm TB).
- 1 went out to Vader
- 4 more airboxes for stock TB cars are going out today.. The last one is being held for 2ManyCars until he returns from his trip.
- The remaining 4 airboxes for the 80mm TBs: we are waiting on the sealing rings.
Status
- 10 airboxes landed (6 for stock TB, 4 for 80mm TB).
- 1 went out to Vader
- 4 more airboxes for stock TB cars are going out today.. The last one is being held for 2ManyCars until he returns from his trip.
- The remaining 4 airboxes for the 80mm TBs: we are waiting on the sealing rings.
How are you Dad? Just getting on your case to find out about the 80mm sealing rings. Any news? Finally getting around to dump EVERYTHING under the bonnet next week so I'm chomping at the bit. Top job BTW, the pics look fab.
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Wow, I was expecting a quality piece of work but didn't think I would be getting a work of art. You sure this is supposed to be hidden in an engine bay under the hood and not mounted on the wall in the living room over the mantle? 
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I was supposed to get a final answer on those sealing rings on Friday but I didn't get a return phone call.. I'll harass them tomorrow and try to find out.
I am so glad you like it!
Originally Posted by bfnnrgn
Wow, I was expecting a quality piece of work but didn't think I would be getting a work of art. You sure this is supposed to be hidden in an engine bay under the hood and not mounted on the wall in the living room over the mantle?
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2004 E55
Victor,
Wow, this thing is a show-piece!!! Absolutely beautiful
I was taking my sweet time getting it installed, probably spent a good 2.5 hrs trying to get it right. Finally I realized I most likely had it were it needed to be within the first 10 minutes...
I also kept the OEM TB cover in place since it didn't interfere with the air box, it was epoxied to the TB anyway and would have been a PITA to get off. I didn't see the need to dab any silicone sealant where a previous poster did. This is located at the bottom of the air box (dirty side of the filter) and should not have any effect on the filtered air entering the engine.
The only thing missing is a VRP logo
, I mean you can't build a beauty like this and not sign off on it. Perhaps a small plaque, signed "vrus" to match the one on the engine...
Anyway, Vic great job and I hope to see some more C/F pieces from you soon.
-Mattias
Wow, this thing is a show-piece!!! Absolutely beautiful
I was taking my sweet time getting it installed, probably spent a good 2.5 hrs trying to get it right. Finally I realized I most likely had it were it needed to be within the first 10 minutes...
I also kept the OEM TB cover in place since it didn't interfere with the air box, it was epoxied to the TB anyway and would have been a PITA to get off. I didn't see the need to dab any silicone sealant where a previous poster did. This is located at the bottom of the air box (dirty side of the filter) and should not have any effect on the filtered air entering the engine.
The only thing missing is a VRP logo
, I mean you can't build a beauty like this and not sign off on it. Perhaps a small plaque, signed "vrus" to match the one on the engine...Anyway, Vic great job and I hope to see some more C/F pieces from you soon.
-Mattias
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Sorry Guys,
But... if I read one more rank and rave
about these air boxes... I'm going to scream...
as I'm not one of the chosen ones...
to have one already.
But... if I read one more rank and rave
about these air boxes... I'm going to scream... as I'm not one of the chosen ones... to have one already.Victor,
Wow, this thing is a show-piece!!! Absolutely beautiful
I was taking my sweet time getting it installed, probably spent a good 2.5 hrs trying to get it right. Finally I realized I most likely had it were it needed to be within the first 10 minutes...
I also kept the OEM TB cover in place since it didn't interfere with the air box, it was epoxied to the TB anyway and would have been a PITA to get off. I didn't see the need to dab any silicone sealant where a previous poster did. This is located at the bottom of the air box (dirty side of the filter) and should not have any effect on the filtered air entering the engine.
The only thing missing is a VRP logo , I mean you can't build a beauty like this and not sign off on it. Perhaps a small plaque, signed "vrus" to match the one on the engine...
Anyway, Vic great job and I hope to see some more C/F pieces from you soon.
-Mattias
Wow, this thing is a show-piece!!! Absolutely beautiful
I was taking my sweet time getting it installed, probably spent a good 2.5 hrs trying to get it right. Finally I realized I most likely had it were it needed to be within the first 10 minutes...
I also kept the OEM TB cover in place since it didn't interfere with the air box, it was epoxied to the TB anyway and would have been a PITA to get off. I didn't see the need to dab any silicone sealant where a previous poster did. This is located at the bottom of the air box (dirty side of the filter) and should not have any effect on the filtered air entering the engine.
The only thing missing is a VRP logo
, I mean you can't build a beauty like this and not sign off on it. Perhaps a small plaque, signed "vrus" to match the one on the engine...Anyway, Vic great job and I hope to see some more C/F pieces from you soon.
-Mattias
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Then you had better stop reading cause I can guarantee you the reviews will be RAVING!!
By the way, I thought I was the first few to pay up. what happened to that? all of a sudden VADER gets a special drop ship just cause he lives in Chi town?
HAHA!!
By the way, I thought I was the first few to pay up. what happened to that? all of a sudden VADER gets a special drop ship just cause he lives in Chi town?
HAHA!!
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06 EuroElites E55
hey vic when do you think the bigger TB boxes gonna be sent out? im not in no rush but im takin my car to a show this weekend and it would of been nice to have taht piece showin off. oh well next time.
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2004 E55
Are you screaming yet? I received my air box and it's a beauty. Vic did a great job on presentation. No cheesy packaging and easy instructions. The box itself is VERY well done; I think everyone will be extremely happy with the quality. Time to mount it up.
