Ad: VTT Product annoucement - Billet / Silicone N54 coolant hose kit
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I would still argue against buying the csf radiator, even though it has aluminum end tanks etc. There's really nothing wrong with the stock radiator imho. It is just way too small. 2100cm2 for N54 without aux rad vs 3200cm2 total for S55 incl one aux.
This fundamental problem is not solved by swapping to a slightly thicker radiator.
The VTT offerings here are nice because they make it easier and safer to implement actual cooling improvements through increased cooler area from aux radiators.
Fair enough. If I purchase one, it would be to rid myself of the plastic end tanks and any additional cooling efficiency would be a plus. But nonetheless, these products will definitely be a good idea.
... anyone work fitment for E89 Z4?
Okay okay I know ... we're driving the oddball girl's car with the N54 engine with half-hacked almost E90 parts. But hey ... I GOTTA ASK
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Just got done replacing all those hoses! Damn. Awesome work. Looks beautiful.Hey guys, as always we have been at work looking at what we feel is needed for the N54, and one of the least addressed issues on the platform is cooling. The factory plastic coolant connectors are prone to breaking over time, and the hoses are just your standard run of the mill coolant hose. We wanted to provide an upgrade to both areas. What we came up with is Billet 6061-T6 connectors anodized black for corrosion resistance, and 6 ply silicone molded silicone hoses in the factory shapes. Currently, we only have the sample set in which are black (the logo is going to change as well) but we will be offering the hoses in Black with blue liner, Red with Black Liner, and Blue with Red liners. Custom colors will be available at an additional cost and lead time.
We should have these live on the site after the new year. Estimated 3 weeks.
Currently, these fit most all N54 applications E92, E90, E82, E60, etc. They may not fit some models, we have not test fit on all models. If you have a specific model and which to have us make your hoses let us know!
We went ahead and got these added to the site so people can take advantage of the Xmas sale code XMAS10. This is our last sale of 2019. Please note, these are NOT in stock. Will ship when they arrive.
VTT Billet / Silicone N54 coolant hose kit
VTT is proud to announce our N54 Billet/Silicone coolant hose upgrade kit! The factory plastic coolant connectors are prone to breaking over time, and the hoses are just your standard run of the mill coolant hose. We wanted to provide an upgrade to both areas. What we came up with is Billet...vargasturbo.com
We will be offering them in a variety of ways.
Full hose kit: $399.00
Radiator Hose Kit: $249.00
- Upper Radiator hose
- Lower Radiator hose
- Cylinder head outlet hose (Mickey Mouse hose, this hose is notorious for breaking when removed)
- Upper vent hose (this hose is also notorious for breaking as stock the center is plastic that crumbles when moved)
- Water pump inlet hose (Horse Shoe hose)
Individual hoses:
- Upper Radiator hose
- Lower Radiator hose
As always email for more questions [email protected]
- Upper Radiator hose - $149.00
- Lower Radiator hose - $149.00
- Cylinder head outlet hose (Mickey Mouse hose, this hose is notorious for breaking when removed) - $79.00
- Upper vent hose (this hose is also notorious for breaking as stock the center is plastic that crumbles when moved) - $59.00
- Water pump inlet hose (Horse Shoe hose) - $39.00
- Billet Cylinder head outlet adapter with O-ring and clamp (no hose) $25.99
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Fine, I use it everywhere for my two auxiliary coolers. It is oil that weeps through silicone.
Oh wow, just now noticing this (Whoops). This will be on my list for sure, after my car gets used so it can wear out first.
Hybrid Water Pump Stage 2 GC?
Hybrid Water Pump Stage 2 GC?
They have not made their way into the wild yet, still waiting on the finished production hoses and fittings.
What's the time frame looking like?
Any idea what the weight Delta is by these and stock hoses?
No such thing as a stupid question. Won't have any issues running aluminum fittings on the aluminum radiator.
Sorry, didn't think you were serious about that. Didn't do a delta weight comparison. In general hoses/lines are fairly light weight items and not a great spot to look for weight savings/penalties.
Because race car dude! If seriously chasing weight though, the XRP hose is supposed to be the lightest and tightest bend ratio out there. Saw something on fittings too, but canāt remember which ones they were. Some oversized with full hose sized ID on them. Of course that will apply more to fuel and oil lines.
Ok ok, we can post some weights once final production units are received. Haha
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