BEST N55 Intercooler | Wagner Tuning vs VRSF

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  • Comparing the Wagner Tuning Evo2 Intercooler with VRSF is simply tube and fin vs bar and plate. In this video we find out which is best for the BMW N55 m235i.
    Wagner Evo2 Competition Intercooler: bit.ly/35h2wOe
    Wagner EVO2 Competition Intercooler (E Chassis): bit.ly/3L7XL9L
    VRSF Intercooler: tinyurl.com/n55VRInt
    Charge Pipe: tinyurl.com/reytwpe
    Boost Pipe: tinyurl.com/n55boostpipe
    Small Jack: amzn.to/3LrVOFp
    Main Jack: amzn.to/3uwP571
    Jack Stands: amzn.to/3L9KTQt
    Picks: amzn.to/3I6fOev
    Drill: amzn.to/3H6bnPw
    Bits: amzn.to/35g49eE
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    00:00 Intro
    00:44 Intercoolers Types & benefits
    01:29 Price & Weight
    02:12 Intercooler Uninstallation
    03:42 OEM vs Wagner vs VRSF
    04:58 Intercooler Installation
    05:59 Test Results
    07:12 Identifying a tube and fin intercooler from bar and plate
    08:22 Closing thoughts
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  • @bradenmcg
    @bradenmcg 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    *Incredibly* well-made video. Great audio levels, music isn't too loud, and you've got helpful voiceover during the b-roll / installation pieces. I have an M2 but yours is one of the more informative intercooler videos I've found so far. Thank you!

  • @cuttingedgecool7235
    @cuttingedgecool7235 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for going through the trouble to make this video, I liked and subscribed.

  • @nadia878
    @nadia878 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for providing this video and information in it....made it easier as to what i should get.

    • @FritzRamos
      @FritzRamos  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Your welcome. Glad I could help

  • @stephenlozano2816
    @stephenlozano2816 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another awesome video 👍🏼

    • @FritzRamos
      @FritzRamos  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for the support 🙏

  • @jovichen8335
    @jovichen8335 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice comparison, my M235i also installed the EVO 2 Competition intercooler and N55 catted downpipe from Wagner Tuning.

    • @FritzRamos
      @FritzRamos  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nice? How long have you had it in and how is it holding up?

    • @jovichen8335
      @jovichen8335 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FritzRamos I've had them installed since Feb 2021, along with ER charge pipes, Quaife LSD, ARMASPEED air filter, Bootmod3 Stage 2 91 octane.
      Daily driving most of the time, occasional drifting around the track, and it's working fine so far.
      The recent daily driving water temperature is about 95 degrees Celsius, and about 110 degrees Celsius after half an hour of mid-low speed drift.

  • @connormcfarlane2335
    @connormcfarlane2335 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Perfect timing. Just swapped out my upgraded cooler and went with the Wagner Evo2 comp. You deserve way more subs 🤙🏻🤙🏻

    • @FritzRamos
      @FritzRamos  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you. What did you have before?

  • @FiftyCalFit
    @FiftyCalFit 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Another great video. I’ve had the EVO and VRSF on my m235i honestly for daily driving can’t go wrong with either one.

    • @FritzRamos
      @FritzRamos  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you. What did you end up with?

  • @CarswithCam
    @CarswithCam ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the color of your car man. Great video.

    • @FritzRamos
      @FritzRamos  ปีที่แล้ว

      Appreciate it! Hope it was helpful

  • @eddiereyes3235
    @eddiereyes3235 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great vid Fritz along with the thorough comparison. I am more sure of the one I need for my app (tube fin). Thanks a lot!

    • @FritzRamos
      @FritzRamos  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, that's awesome. Happy to help

    • @eddiereyes3235
      @eddiereyes3235 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Photos coming soon...

    • @FritzRamos
      @FritzRamos  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@eddiereyes3235 awesome! hit me up on IG. @vroomtuber

  • @williamwade7059
    @williamwade7059 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent video

  • @majidsiddiqui2906
    @majidsiddiqui2906 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another excellent video, much appreciated. I have the same brand of intercooler for the F32 and need figure out If I should fit it or give it to a shop to to do.

  • @daveyvdbeek
    @daveyvdbeek ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Fritz, Wich one did you keep on the car? Did you also try logging the car with WOT and checking the IAT's? Can't make up my mind wich one to get for my M235i. Keep up the good work!

  • @yungceze92
    @yungceze92 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’m having slight trouble of picking witch one. So living in Connecticut in the New England area, the Wagner Would be ideal for me then sense it takes shorter time to warm up and cool down if I am trying to achieve colder temps sooner do to the climate that I live in. The vsrf would be better in colder climates do to the ambient air being colder to achieve longer cold air longer, right?

  • @8teate
    @8teate 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wow didn't know there was such a huge weight difference between VSRF and Wagner. I would go for Wagner anytime!

    • @FritzRamos
      @FritzRamos  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Since it at the very front it's pretty noticeable as well, especially on wider turns

    • @MyUniverseX
      @MyUniverseX ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FritzRamos just got my wagner evo 3 for my 335is n54

  • @hyde_official
    @hyde_official 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love you new style of video production. More outside setting. I love that.
    What tripod do you use?
    Also, kudos with black intercooler. It has proven that the black one performs better to silver "just that color finish" makes a huge difference. I have explained that a while ago. And, was proven by Mighty Car Mod.

    • @FritzRamos
      @FritzRamos  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! I did not know that. I'll have to check that out. Thanks for sharing!

    • @seancostello387
      @seancostello387 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      There are videos countering the MCM tests. th-cam.com/video/z_mmmXTbLP0/w-d-xo.html

  • @lucyferr5571
    @lucyferr5571 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Anything related to handling that you noticed differently because of the increased weight Vs the OEM?

  • @BruceWayne-dc3hy
    @BruceWayne-dc3hy ปีที่แล้ว

    Waiting to install the MMR performance intercooler, unfortunately cant find anyone else with it..

  • @NikkoGTI14
    @NikkoGTI14 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    La paramètre à prendre en compte est aussi le Lag turbo . Plus il est gros plus le Lag sera importent .

  • @Tight--LiNeZ
    @Tight--LiNeZ 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What size/model is the VRSF please? cos the links don't work anymore. What brand/type and size would you suggest? for 20% bumper to bumper traffic, then 50% slower but moving 30-40mph traffic, with 30% open road? Btw, I have VRSF charge and down pipe. Running MHD stage 2. With go to Stage 2+ when get intercooler and BMS intake. 98 octane zero ethanol gas. VRSF is a lot more common in New Zealand, and my local Euro place sells and installs them btw. Thank you heaps. p.s. My car is an M135i with EWG. So same N55 engine as yours.

  • @artienbraum
    @artienbraum 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I just bought a 2015 M235i with 101,000 miles on the clock. Single lower (middle aged lady) and very well taken care of, so it was a very easy decision to make. Onto my question... Why does my cluster look different than yours? I have a digital fuel consumption gauge under the RPM, but it looks like your larger center digital display is newer and provides a lot more information. What am I missing here? By the way, thanks for all the amazing videos you've made! I can't wait to get started working on my car. I'm not sure what was last serviced, so I'm thinking about just doing everything. Spark Plugs, Oil, Diff Fluid, Trans Fluid, all the different pipes you've mentioned in your previous videos. Let me know if there is anything else I should consider.

    • @KiNG-fr5ib
      @KiNG-fr5ib ปีที่แล้ว

      His cluster is the "basic" one, it has only a small digital display where it shows all the infos. Your 235i has the extended display.

    • @TheTruelakersfan
      @TheTruelakersfan 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Lol sure everyone selling their Bmw say that 😂

    • @artienbraum
      @artienbraum 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@TheTruelakersfan Well, it’s one thing when you can actually see the records 😉. Actually, since I’m here, I’ll update… 108,000, I noticed a small oil leak around the Valve Cover Gasket. Bought a new Valve Cover + Gasket + Spark Plugs + Coils and replaced it all with a friend for a total of $800. Now I’m at 111,000 and it has been smooth sailing. This is my second BMW with over 100K (previous 08 335i). These engines are like Porsche… they’ve been building them and perfecting them for a while now.

  • @jacksampson7711
    @jacksampson7711 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I have the VRSF and it seems to work fine for me. I love the look of the Wagner in black. Too bad rocks are going to chip all that paint off.

  • @kennyus2000
    @kennyus2000 ปีที่แล้ว

    what's the milage on your m235 as if right now?

  • @thomasdiersch1181
    @thomasdiersch1181 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for the info. Do you have stats on the aftermarket vs original part temps?

    • @FritzRamos
      @FritzRamos  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Thomas! I don't, but on forums I saw people reporting Temps ranging in the highs of 35-55 degrees celsius

  • @seancostello387
    @seancostello387 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I would watch out for those jack stands with the circular base. I've read they can be unsafe. Essentially if something happens that causes the stand to tilt it can end up rolling out the side causing your car to fall. Don't know how much it actually happens but it makes sense to me and I don't want to risk it. I have a similar style of stands but with a hexagonal base that should be less prone to rolling.

    • @FritzRamos
      @FritzRamos  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for looking out! 🙏 I will definitely keep an eye on that. That would definitely be a bad day.

  • @vasolazovic3670
    @vasolazovic3670 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    is this good for 700hp crank n54?

  • @cs_danny3897
    @cs_danny3897 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The link for the Wagner intercooler was for the e chassis in your bio would it fit the f chassis too?

    • @FritzRamos
      @FritzRamos  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for catching that. This one is for the F Chassis bit.ly/35h2wOe

  • @brandenschmidt2707
    @brandenschmidt2707 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I still can’t manage to find a boost pipe and your link is giving me a 404 error. Anything else you could think of?

    • @FritzRamos
      @FritzRamos  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sorry about that. I helped my friend install another brands boost pipe and it went on just as smooth. Give this one a try: ebay.us/LNSxaT

  • @lut123
    @lut123 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Any change in the amount of turbo lag caused by larger FMIC when compared both?

    • @FritzRamos
      @FritzRamos  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      No turbo lag was experienced with either intercooler

    • @emilyhofland8219
      @emilyhofland8219 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's bullshit, that kids are running around saying... Because... Need for speed, I guess. It doesn't really work like that.
      If you apply overkill to your intercooler, the added weight is the only drawback.
      You wont get more lag, than you already had.
      I have the 7.5 vrsf, and it makes an incredible "whoosh" when I put boost through it. Heard even better with my open intakes and vented carbon fiber hood.

  • @spussego
    @spussego ปีที่แล้ว +1

    what are your thoughts on the CSF and Active Autowerke intercoolers?

    • @FritzRamos
      @FritzRamos  ปีที่แล้ว

      Sorry, I haven't had a chance to try them

  • @ohally1
    @ohally1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm looking to getting VRSF step 5, currently I am on stage 1 (BM3 tune) My question is I have a evolution racewerks charge pipe and wanted to know if the VRSF IC work well with it as far as fitment.

    • @FritzRamos
      @FritzRamos  ปีที่แล้ว

      If it mounts up fine to the OEM Intercooler then it should work

    • @ohally1
      @ohally1 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FritzRamos thank you

  • @mp235i9
    @mp235i9 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fritz do you think it’s worth the upgrade coming from the vrsf

    • @FritzRamos
      @FritzRamos  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I forgot to mention that I got this intercooler for 400 and I'm looking to drop more weight upfront for clearance issues. So based off of that it was worth it, especially since I can reuse the vrsf intercooler.

  • @lucaalux
    @lucaalux ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I did the upgrade on last week end. In conjunction of wagner evo 2, I installed ftp charge pipe, mst turbo inlet pipe, and DV+ gfb. I chose fin and tube design for the weight saving, for me is the most important factor, on stage 1. I love the quality of the wagner and ftp.

    • @Sam-dl3js
      @Sam-dl3js ปีที่แล้ว

      It's absolute cooling ability is lower

  • @lucyferr5571
    @lucyferr5571 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Like your videos but can you lower the background music while you speak

  • @Sam-dl3js
    @Sam-dl3js ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sorry, this is just not a good comparison. No one should be testing intercoolers this way, it should be Ambient temp vs IAT. Did you run any WOT logs to show what the delta was between the two? The VRSF can get within 10-20F of ambient, Vs the Wagner which is usually around 20F

  • @Junglecp
    @Junglecp 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Would this result also be on the 328i?

    • @FritzRamos
      @FritzRamos  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes. The n20/n26 uses the same intercooler

  • @IgorFeghali
    @IgorFeghali ปีที่แล้ว +1

    are you willing to sell any of those two ?

    • @FritzRamos
      @FritzRamos  ปีที่แล้ว

      Already sold sorry

  • @realtruth97
    @realtruth97 ปีที่แล้ว

    You ever noticed that the air going into the engine is not filtered?
    Think about it?
    The intake going to the engine is just a pipe that goes into the intercooler.
    And then intercooler doesn't have a filter to filter the air.
    So whatever gets in there goes in the engine cylinders.
    And there goes your engine in no time.

    • @FritzRamos
      @FritzRamos  ปีที่แล้ว

      The air passes through a filter in the air box

    • @realtruth97
      @realtruth97 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FritzRamos I looked at me new intercooler and didn't see any filter there.
      I even cleaned it.
      The water flowed freely thru the fins.
      Like nothing was there.
      The intake is for the turbo inlet.
      Not for the intake btw

    • @jimb12312
      @jimb12312 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@realtruth97 What the hell are you on about? The air goes into the air filter, then flows into the turbo, then flows through the intercooler into the engine. Air intake starts at the air filter.

    • @Horace1993
      @Horace1993 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Bro, the air initially enters the system through the air filter. Then it it is ejaculated by the turbo through the intercooler then to the intake manifold. That means all the air is filtered that enters the engine

  • @Effthree2oo-ul6vu
    @Effthree2oo-ul6vu ปีที่แล้ว

    Just done the stepped 6.5 vrsf and the fitting was kind of sh*tty. Would not buy vrsf again. Should have spent the extra butter and probably have gone csf or got one custom built.