E46 325 Supercharger System by VF Engineering 2001>03

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BMW 3 Series Superchargers 
Models: 323/325/328/330
Engines: M52TU/M54
ECU: MS42/MS43/MS45

VF-Engineering chose to supercharge the BMW E46 3 Series to improve throttle response and mid-to-top end power with the centrifugal Vortech supercharger. With the 3.0 liter version being a bored and stroked upgrade of the 2.8 motor, both variations are otherwise virtually identical. Maintaining the the original BMW quality, smoothness and reliability were the key factors in the VF design. This is where the VF software comes into full play. VF have harnessed reliability of Vortech superchargers and quality of VF custom software with their 10 years of supercharging experience and worldwide OEM supply contacts to create the ultimate supercharger system for the ultimate driver’s car.

All key components are 100% made in California. This system has been fully road tested and dyno tuned on both the Mustang MD500AWD and in-house Dynojet 224XLC dynamometers with and without engine load. All kits are setup at 6 psi and create as much, if not more, power than similar products running greater levels of boost.

VF engineers spent over 12 months software testing the BMW Bosch and Siemens ECUs and resolved stalling and MAF issues faced by other supercharger systems. Software flash technology and latest BMW file versions have all been employed to provide the cleanest and the most reliable method of software installation. VF engineers extensively re-wrote the ECU software using their own binary, assembly and disassembly algorithms written from scratch. Testing the software included extensive road and dyno test cycles, with acceleration and deceleration tests for driveability smoothness and ECU fuel management. All test cars were put through long term full throttle testing in conditions varying from wet cold climates to hot dry Arizona desert temperature for safe-optimal air fuel ratios and knock activity monitoring. Competently-written ECU software has allowed VF to fully explore the potential of the BMW engine, making over 40% more power in most applications.

 

VF chose to mount the Vortech supercharger with an in-house CNC machined aluminum bracket system. The unit is positioned in line with the original serpentine belt which is replaced with a longer OEM belt. The key to this design is that the OEM active-spring belt tensioner remains fully functional and eliminates belt slip or the need to manually tension the belt. The supercharger air ducts are custom molded in-house from plastic to give an OEM appearance, quality and fit. The incorporated Bosch boost overrun system is designed for smooth off-throttle cruising and deceleration with clean emissions. The crankcase ventilation system is designed to cope with positive pressure and high flow OEM injectors are supplied to fit as direct replacements without modification to the injector rail.  A removable plastic air box is provided with the K&N induction filter for those who use their vehicles in persistently wet climates.The VF supercharger system remains fully OBD2 compliant and is supported by a 1 year unlimited mileage warranty on the product only. Installation can be performed in approximately 8 hours and is non-intrusive, allowing it to be fully reversible.

  • Vortech V3 Si-Trim supercharger
  • Hard anodized 6061-T6 aluminum bracket
  • Chrome moly support bracket
  • Polypropylene air charge pipes
  • K&N Induction filter
  • High capacity fuel injectors
  • Crankcase ventilation system
  • Bosch bypass valve circuit
  • OEM serpentine belt
  • K&N induction filter with splash resistant sock
  • Hex Flash ECU tuning programming cable (optional)
  • Install time approx 8 hours
  • Fully reversible
  • Made in California, USA

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Tracking is automatically sent to your email address or mobile address or both once the order has been processed for shipping. You will then typically receive a 1-hour delivery window on the day.


United Kingdom Non-Mainland 

Within the United Kingdom Non-Mainland, we use DPD Local. This service is a next working day or 2 working day service. For orders which are in-stock and make the 2PM same-day shipping cut-off, they will be delivered the following working day or the second working day. A working day is Monday - Friday only. 


Europe 

For Europe, we use DHL. Your delivery location will determine the transit time. Orders in-stock and placed before 2PM will ship the same working day. A working day is Monday - Friday only. 


Tracking is automatically sent to your email address or mobile address or both once the order has been processed for shipping. You will then be able to track your order and see an estimated delivery date. 


Tracking is automatically sent to your email address or mobile address or both once the order has been processed for shipping. You will then typically receive a 1-hour delivery window on the day. 


Rest of World (ROW) & Oversize 


For ROW and oversize items, we typically use DHL Express. Your delivery location will determine the transit time. Orders in-stock and placed before 2 PM will ship the same working day. A working day is Monday - Friday only. 


Tracking is manually sent to your email address once your order has been processed for shipping. You will then be able to track your order and see an estimated delivery date. 


Please note: The above is a general guide to how we plan to ship your order. From time to time this may change and we may decide to ship with other couriers.