CSF 2014+ BMW M3 / M4 (F8X) Top Mount Charge-Air-Cooler – Crinkle Black (CSF 8082)

Description

The CSF 8082 Top Mount Charge-Air-Cooler is a high-performance upgrade for 2014+ BMW F80 M3 and F82/F83 M4 models equipped with the S55 twin-turbo engine. Designed to combat heat soak and improve charge-air cooling efficiency, this unit delivers more consistent intake air temperatures and sustained power under aggressive driving.

The factory top mount charge cooler can struggle to keep intake temperatures stable during repeated pulls, track sessions, or on tuned vehicles running elevated boost. The CSF 8082 addresses these limitations with a significantly upgraded high-efficiency bar-and-plate core engineered for improved thermal transfer and optimized coolant flow.

Manufactured by CSF Radiators, this charge-air-cooler features precision TIG-welded aluminum construction and a durable crinkle black finish for a stealth OEM-plus appearance. The improved core design increases cooling capacity while maintaining proper airflow characteristics, helping reduce heat soak and maintain consistent performance.

For tuned, high-boost, or track-focused S55 builds, upgrading the top mount charge cooler is one of the most effective ways to stabilize intake air temperatures and protect engine performance.

Features and Benefits

• Direct-fit top mount charge-air-cooler for S55-powered F8X models
• High-efficiency bar-and-plate core design
• Increased cooling capacity over factory unit
• Helps reduce intake air temperatures under boost
• Minimizes heat soak during aggressive driving and track use
• Precision TIG-welded aluminum construction
• Durable crinkle black finish for OEM-plus appearance
• Ideal for tuned and high-performance applications

Vehicle Fitment

BMW F8X models equipped with the S55 engine.