[Vecchio Engineering]

Apologies for the time it has taken to create this filter. I had originally anticipated a few weeks (this was some time before Christmas). However, we now have the prototype that has been confirmed for production. Please note the prototype pictured is just that and in a sorry state. The production ones will be perfect. Incidentally this filter is completely different to that of the R53. This filter has moulded polyurethane ends so it is able to sit perfectly inside the housing. Prices will be confirmed by the end of the week. We anticipate having the first production batch within 2 weeks.

If you are interested in the ITG filter for the R56 JCW please confirm.

Regards

Leo

[neilobe]

Might be interested depending on pricing..

[kevkbuk]

I'm interested. Before and after dynos would be good... but first hand impressions of the noise increase (if any?) over standard would be more important to me.

[Vecchio Engineering]

Price has now been confirmed. They will retail at £55 (Inc vat). There will not be a huge noise increase as the JCW airbox is completely sealed. Expect sharper throttle response and inproved pick-up through the gears.

[neilobe]

What would be the consequences then of leaving the lid off the air box? Or is this not recommended ?

[kevkbuk]

Only reason I ask is that the JCW kit I initially test drove sounded nicer than my own, and after posting on here it seems the noise I experience on my car is normal for the kit.

The car I test drove had more of an induction growl and you could hear the stock blow off more. It could have been something silly like the airbox wasn't connected correctly or something, I never did get to the bottom of it. Just wondered if changing the filter could produce a similar result....

[Vecchio Engineering]

You cannot leave the JCW lid off the airbox as it is an integral part of the design and holds the filter. As for induction noise it will be definitely greater compared to that of the standard paper element.

[Jonny Crisp]

Interested. Went to your website but only saw the one for the R53. When, how do I order one?

[Vecchio Engineering]

Jonny Crisp, This is only a "prototype" as soon as I have the first production batch which will be 2-3 weeks, I will put the filter on our site. You can pay through our site or by phone.

[J1JPE]

Have an R56 Cooper with the itg panel filter & throttle response, torque, fuel economy are all much improved - at +15% mpg it'll pay for itself in no time

U cant lose & wont regret it, you'll just wish you'd got one sooner ;}

[Japper]

I'll be wanting one

Are they in stock yet ?.

[Vecchio Engineering]

As soon as they are released I'll make an announcement.

[Japper]

Quote: Originally Posted by Vecchio Engineering (original)

As soon as they are released I'll make an announcement.

Any update?. Your site has been down for a few days so don't know if it's been added.

[Vecchio Engineering]

We are waiting for the filters to arrive. Soon as there here I'll start a new thread. (By end of the week!)

[Japper]

Quote: Originally Posted by Vecchio Engineering (original)

We are waiting for the filters to arrive. Soon as there here I'll start a new thread. (By end of the week!)

Excellent

BTW: Put one aside for me please

Do members get any discount with your company?.

[Vecchio Engineering]

Japper I'll reserve one for you. The filters will retail at £55(Inc vat). This is a cheap price; please bear in mind the tooling costs for the polyurethane ends which cost thousands.

[Japper]

Quote: Originally Posted by Vecchio Engineering (original)

Japper I'll reserve one for you. The filters will retail at £55(Inc vat). This is a cheap price; please bear in mind the tooling costs for the polyurethane ends which cost thousands.

Thanks

( no problem - if you don't ask, you don't get)

[Vecchio Engineering]

At least you tried!