XxChiliPalmerxX wroteThose are stock X5M Comp numbers so ... I think you're getting a bit more powerI feel as though it is giving me a bit more power.. I did not save it on Dragy, but the 0-60 time was 3.5s, and someone else posted his results at 3.6s.
hufington wroteLOL! Yes, I do like the power. As soon as I had the car delivered, I was installing it, so it seems normal to me.Thanks. You do not sound very enthused about the amount of extra power though.
elite-fusion wroteI believe that these are the ones that Huffington bought, but he mentioned he purchased in chrome and had them powder coated.@hufington, will these do the job?
https://a.co/d/3kaIrYS
elite-fusion wrote@hufington, will these do the job?
https://a.co/d/3kaIrYS
XxChiliPalmerxX wroteEbay ones are the ones I purchased.I believe that these are the ones that Huffington bought, but he mentioned he purchased in chrome and had them powder coated.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/264163523600
XxChiliPalmerxX wroteI would stay away from them as they sound not very knowledgeable to say the least.Strike One - have to find another shop
1. They were thinking if they removed the flapper, it would through an engine code. I was pretty sure it would not, but wanted to confirm.
2. To remove the exhaust insert, they were thinking it was part of the heat shield as well, so thought they had to drop the bumper to remove it all? Also thought the bumper would melt if the removed the shielding?
hufington wroteThat’s what I was thinking, but wanted to be positive. I will be looking for another place to have this done. Thank you!I would stay away from them as they sound not very knowledgeable to say the least.
1. No codes when removed.
2. Everything there can be removed pretty easily if you know what you are doing. The exhaust insert is part of the bumper that can be taken off easily when the car is on the lift. The heat shield is not a part of it. Removing the bottom plastic covers makes it easier to reach.
elite-fusionXxChiliPalmerxX wroteCongrats! Looking good and I know that it sounds good as well!Had to share, will get some sound clips a bit later, but sounds like a BEAST!!
SocietyDisillusioned wroteNo man, I didnt said anything about muffler delete. All those are with stock muffler. Only with DP and resonator.We’re all three with muffler deletes as well? The first video reminded me of a mercedes engine m278 or m157 AMG with: DP Xpipe resonator delete straight pipe with muffler delete
yoandry wroteThat’s why I was asking, when I see straight pipe and resonator delete I assumed it was muffler delete since many in the MB forums would post that way. Sounds killer though, and curious what a resonator delete with Xpipe and muffler delete would sound like. Love the driver feel of a BMW, but miss the raw Mercedes biturbo V8 sound. If I can obtain that then the best of both worlds.No man, I didnt said anything about muffler delete. All those are with stock muffler. Only with DP and resonator.
And the best so far, at lease for me is with the AA catted DP and stock resonator back. The X pipe didnt really improved anything. Video coming soon.
888RRE wroteI wonder if it will reduce the power or more fuel consumption.Resonator delete is enough, if your in Sydney, i highly recommend Lamros Kouriefs from HiTech Mufflers in Sydney.
The resonator delete makes a huge difference.
Ninefourteener wroteHave you installed the H pipes yet?So.... I've just watched a TON of videos.... and I think I'm ready to take the plunge on this. Honestly, I'm not crazy about the "pops and crackles" I'm hearing with straight pipes, and I'm not looking for the "raspiness" generally associated with X-pipes either..
With that said.... I'm going to go with an old-school H-pipe, and hopefully get more of a deeper "muscle car" sound, versus a modern European sound.
Nothing against anyone else's personal choices.... but I think an H-pipe is best for me.
I know the pipes are 3" ID..... but can anyone tell me about how LONG the resonator is? X pipes are so popular now, but H pipes are tougher to find, so I need to make sure I get one long enough to replace the resonator.
Anyone have their resonator removed, that can take a quick length measurement for me please?
Ninefourteener wroteThat sounds so so so so much better.Video is uploading to YouTube as we speak. Will post in a few minutes.
US spec (no OPF sensors or secondary cats) Stock downpipes, stock muffler with flapper valves welded open permanently.
Resonator deleted. Custom 3" double H-pipe installed, with cross sections 12" apart from one another. Cold start.
Happy with tone.. very rumbly and low
Happy with the lack of crackles and pops (I don't care for that)
Not as happy with "volume". I expected more. Barely noticeable inside the car. Zero drone whatsoever.
Noticeable 800-2000 rpms.... and at full acceleration. Otherwise, no difference in volume from stock.
Ninefourteener wroteOld post I know, but have you stayed with this double H pipe setup? I too do not like the raspy crackel and pop. You mentioned it wasn't as loud as you might have hoped. I wondr if a single H would make the difference in the volume you had hoped for.No problem. Hopefully it helps someone make a decision that suits whatever "they" want"
Resonator delete, dual straight pipes - louder, poppy, crackly
Resonator delete, H-pipes - not quite as loud, rumblier, no pops/crackles
Resonator Delete, X-pipe - Still waiting on sound clip
