W212 E63 intake hose replacement

[Fulla]

Hi I have a split intake hose on my E63. It has the standard factory fit items which look like they are made out of a fabric or cardboard.
As 1 has split I'd like to look at my options to upgrade to a better option that will last longer.
Can anyone recommend what options I have please?

 

[AMGeed]

Black Boost silicone air intake replacement pipes.

MERCEDES AMG M157 / M278 (212/218) AIR INLET DUCT OEM (LH/RH) - BlackBoost- Global

This specific generation of OEM Mercedes air inlet pipes, were made from a delicate fabric wrapped around a nylon coil, while this is great to keep intake air temperatures down, it cannot handle the wear and tear of daily use as the fabric dries up and tears over time. Disrupting the cold air...

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[Bobby Dazzler]

Hi I have a split intake hose on my E63. It has the standard factory fit items which look like they are made out of a fabric or cardboard.
As 1 has split I'd like to look at my options to upgrade to a better option that will last longer.
Can anyone recommend what options I have please?

The standard ones are a bit rubbish. They seem to last 8 or 9 years. They’re not very expensive though, and take moments to fit.

 

[Fulla]

wow, that is expensive. Maybe I'll stick with the OEM for the time being.

 

[Fulla]

I went stock which cost me £44.52. I am happy with that if they last as long as the originals.