I've been searching the site for as much info as I could find on the different LICPs available. It seems AMS and Buschur are the two more popular ones. I was wondering if there are others out there that are well made, and worth considering. I'm looking at fit and finish first. Any info you guys provide would be greatly appreciated. Don't want upper pipe because I'm trying to keep it stealth. Plus the top pipe seems like a waste.

 

I don't think you can go wrong with the two you posted. I will be getting the AMS licp sometime soon. I think they sell it to evonm memebers for $200.

 

My friend got the Fighter's Garage one, but we had a little trouble making it fit properly. I got the AMS one and it is absolutely perfect. I installed it in less than an hour.

 

AMS is what I have. I would reccomend it to anyone. I also am not changing out my upper, no gains.

 

Ams

 

i think the buschur licp only fits with the stock IC. the buschur piece is SS, and the AMS one is aluminum.

i have an AMS one and it fits perfectly and the craftmanship is very nice. however, be careful when tightening your clamps on it, as it is prone to warping. i'd probably get a buschur one if i had my stock IC.

 

AMS...perfect

 

Had it on my VIII - will not be putting one on my IX

 

I have an AMS Lower IC pipe that I am thinking about selling. It is new in the wrappers. Never installed. The AMS pipes are very nice. I need to get injectors more than I need this pipe, so it is up for sale. PM if anyone is looking for one.

 

Mine is for sale also, slightly used. Contact TURBODAWG for more info.

 

My AMS fit the stock intercooler perfect, and also fit the RNR race FMIC. The silicon couplers that come with the kit are long enough to give you major flexibility for fitment issues.

But looking at the lower stock IC piping vs. the AMS or anyone else's, I don't see how it can free up 10 whp. I think the claim is overstated, the stock piping isn't that bad compared to the aftermarket ones. They all neck down to fit the turbo outlet, and are pretty smooth from there. Regardless, AMS and Buschur's are top notch.

 

+1

 

Nisei is what I have and its quality is TOP NOTCH and fitment is just PERFECT.

 

Agreed, check out the colors.