BMP BMW N54 N55 S55 1/2 inch Manifold Phenolic Spacer
Get cooler, denser intake air and reduce heat soak on your turbo BMW with the BMP 1/2 inch intake manifold phenolic spacer for N54, N55 and S55 engines. This thermal barrier spacer sits between the cylinder head and the intake manifold to cut heat transfer, lower intake air temperatures and help reduce the chance of detonation. Perfect for street and track cars including BMW 135i, 335i, 435i, 535i, 640i, 740i, M135i, M2, M235i, M3, M4, X1, X3, X4, X5, X6 and Z4.
We have fitted this phenolic spacer on customer N54, N55 and S55 builds and the feedback has been excellent. Simple to install, reliable sealing with factory O-rings and proven heat reduction make it a must-have upgrade for metal performance intake manifolds. Works without stud extensions for many aftermarket manifolds including all BMP intake manifolds.
Why choose a phenolic spacer
- Thermal insulation between cylinder head and intake manifold to reduce heat soak
- Lower intake air temperatures for cooler, denser charge air
- Helps reduce the likelihood of knock and detonation under boost
- Designed to reuse factory manifold O-rings for a clean, airtight seal
- Ideal for performance and track-driven turbo BMWs
Key features
- 1/2 inch thick canvas phenolic composite spacer for maximum thermal isolation
- Factory-spec O-ring sealing for easy fitment and removal
- Rockwell Hardness: 100 for durability and stability
- Thermal conductivity rating: 2.03 to minimise heat transfer
- No stud extensions required for many metal performance manifolds including BMP
Specifications
- Engine fitment: BMW N54, N55, S55
- Spacer thickness: 0.5 inch
- Material: Canvas phenolic
- Seal type: Factory manifold spec O-rings
- Actual product weight: 0.65 lbs
- Part number: 501-0081
What’s included
- 1 x phenolic spacer plate
- 6 x O-ring seals
Additional O-rings and extended studs are available if needed. Contact us for details.
Compatibility
This BMP BMW intake manifold phenolic spacer suits a wide range of turbo BMW models using N54, N55 and S55 engines, including:
- BMW 135i 2007 to 2013
- BMW 135is 2013
- BMW 1M 2011
- BMW 335i 2006 to 2015
- BMW 335i GT xDrive 2014 to 2016
- BMW 335i xDrive 2009 to 2015
- BMW 335is 2011 to 2013
- BMW 335xi 2007 to 2008
- BMW 435i 2014 to 2016
- BMW 435i Gran Coupe 2015 to 2016
- BMW 435i xDrive 2014 to 2016
- BMW 535i 2008 to 2017
- BMW 535i GT 2011 to 2017
- BMW 535i GT xDrive 2011 to 2017
- BMW 535i xDrive 2009 to 2016
- BMW 640i 2012 to 2018
- BMW 640i Gran Coupe 2013 to 2017
- BMW 640i xDrive 2014 to 2017
- BMW 640i xDrive Gran Coupe 2014 to 2017
- BMW 740i 2011 to 2015
- BMW 740Li 2011 to 2015
- BMW 740Li xDrive 2013 to 2015
- BMW ActiveHybrid 3 2013 to 2015
- BMW M135i 2013 to 2016
- BMW M2 2016 to 2020
- BMW M235i 2014 to 2016
- BMW M235i xDrive 2015 to 2016
- BMW M3 2015 to 2018
- BMW M4 2015 to 2020
- BMW X1 2013 to 2015
- BMW X3 2011 to 2017
- BMW X4 2015 to 2016
- BMW X4 2017 to 2018
- BMW X5 2011 to 2018
- BMW X6 2008 to 2017
- BMW Z4 2009 to 2014
Fitting and support
Professional installation recommended. For fitting in the UK, choose Nforcd in Warwickshire. Request a fitting quote at Sales@nforcd.com and we will be happy to help with advice on O-rings and stud lengths for your specific manifold setup.
Compatibility check
We run a compatibility check before dispatch to ensure the part fits your vehicle. Provide your registration number for UK cars or the last 7 digits of your VIN at checkout.
Manufactured by
BMP
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