Description
Charge air routing with the Mishimoto Intercooler Pipe Kit Silverstone F80 M3 M4 restores boost reliability by replacing the stock charge pipes that can split under pressure while maintaining a color-matched factory look.
This kit addresses a common weak link in the 2015+ BMW F8X M3/M4 air-to-water intercooler system: while the intercooler keeps intake air temperatures (IATs) low, the stock charge pipes can fail once boost pressure rises. The Mishimoto solution is engineered to integrate with that system and reduce the risk of pressure-related failures.
- Color-matched finish — Preserves the visual cohesion of the engine bay and matches the Silverstone trim for a factory-alike appearance.
- Replaces factory weak points — Directly addresses the tendency for stock charge pipes to split under boost, improving long-term reliability.
- System-focused design — Designed to work with the air-to-water intercooler architecture used on F8X M3/M4 models, maintaining low IATs while ensuring robust charge routing.
- Mishimoto brand engineering — Backed by Mishimoto’s experience in thermal and charge-air components for performance applications, providing a purpose-built aftermarket option.
Installation replaces the original charge pipes to restore dependable boost delivery and reduce the likelihood of pressure-induced splits. The result is a more reliable charge path that supports the intercooler’s role in managing intake temperatures.
What this kit delivers: consistent charge-air routing, a color-matched engine-bay appearance, and a targeted improvement to a known factory weakness on 2015+ F8X M3/M4 models.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-2020 | BMW | M2 | Competition |
| 2015-2018 | BMW | M3 | Base |
| 2015-2020 | BMW | M4 | Base |
| 2019-2020 | BMW | M4 | CS |
| 2016 | BMW | M4 | GTS |