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To all NX 200T owners, we are FTP Motorsport, introducing the first charge pipe upgrade for the Lexus NX 2.0T (8ARFTS) engine. This product is compatible with 2015+ Lexus NX200t.
Who are we?
FTP Motorsport is a sub division of Space Gear Industrial Ltd. Space Gear Industrial Ltd. is a superior exporter from year 1997. It’s registered in Taiwan; doing manufacturing and trading in Auto Parts and Accessories business.
What is a charge pipe?
A charge pipe is part of the intake system located between the turbo and intercooler. This part usually sustains a lot of stress as it’s filled with boost pressure. However, most of automakers on the market choose to make this part in plastic instead of metal due to manufacturing cost. As a result, a failed charge pipe is a very common problem for force induction engine vehicle due to heat, ECU tuning with higher boost, and wear and tear under normal usage.
Where is the charge pipe located?
Diagram below shows the location of the charge pipe. You should be able to find its location once you open the engine hood.
Benefits of replacing the OEM pipe with FTP charge pipe
Looks interesting but I have a few questions:
1) Can you provide pictures of all the pieces not installed? I can't tell if the second half of the charge pipe goes all the way to the intercooler or attaches to the OEM part #17342D.
2) Why does the pipe stop at the top instead of just one piece going all the way to the intercooler?
2) What size is the pipe versus the OEM plastic pipe?
3) Mandrel bends? How thick is the piping?
Looks interesting but I have a few questions:
1) Can you provide pictures of all the pieces not installed? I can't tell if the second half of the charge pipe goes all the way to the intercooler or attaches to the OEM part #17342D.
2) Why does the pipe stop at the top instead of just one piece going all the way to the intercooler?
2) What size is the pipe versus the OEM plastic pipe?
3) Mandrel bends? How thick is the piping?
Thank you,
Sorry for the late reply here,
I have just received a shipment for this product as I was down in LA for business meeting for the past one week. I did take a pic of the product.
2)The pipe did not stop at the top as there is also a small pipe inlet connected to the intercooler. It's a two pieces piping just like the OEM one.
3) The pipe sizes are the same as the OEM one both are 60mm in dimension
Thank you for the response and picture. To clarify one of my questions, I was wondering why there were two pieces rather than just one long pipe. And I forgot one question since it's not on the FTP website, what is the price?
Thank you for the response and picture. To clarify one of my questions, I was wondering why there were two pieces rather than just one long pipe. And I forgot one question since it's not on the FTP website, what is the price?
it's 269.99. Luke gave me a Black Friday price for 199. As for this product, there is only 2 member on here who has it. Me and bman
Thank you for the response and picture. To clarify one of my questions, I was wondering why there were two pieces rather than just one long pipe. And I forgot one question since it's not on the FTP website, what is the price?
I spoke with the engineer who designed the product. One of the reasons is to stick with the OEM design which is also a two pieces pipes. Also it's also easier to install with two separate pipes given the engine bay is kinda crowded.
Awesome! I am interested in purchasing. Can you provide an CARB EO#? Thanks...
The CARB is more for exhaust products. This product does not make any difference on the CO2 emissions. This product is making air flow better to get a better throttle response and prevent piping from cracking due to wear and tear. If you are planning to tune ECU in the future which I believe it will be out very soon I would suggest to replace the OEM piping.
11-17-16, 04:05 PM
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