To Down Pipe or not to Down Pipe

GOTMH8N · 11-29-2012, 06:51 AM

Hmm I might just have to find a cheaper shop to cut the cats for now and do the DPs in the spring

Rotorocious · 11-29-2012, 07:21 AM

Didn't even read your post , just the title.
Do it and stop being a woman

Hellrot Sachin · 11-29-2012, 08:03 AM

is your goal better sound? if so, then avoid all of your hassles and just get an exhaust.

bigdaddycane · 11-29-2012, 09:10 AM

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is your goal better sound? if so, then avoid all of your hassles and just get an exhaust.

I agree as it would alleviate the potential problem below.

Also, I would only cut out the secondaries if you don't care about putting the car back to stock to sell later. This could be a real hassle down the road if you have to find a stock exhaust locally (shipping is not an option).

GOTMH8N · 11-29-2012, 09:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Hellrot Sachin

is your goal better sound? if so, then avoid all of your hassles and just get an exhaust.

Honestly, at the moment it really is. I'm pretty happy with how fast it is currently, it just needs more sound! I may look into the DPs this spring

ken1137 · 11-29-2012, 09:34 AM

Do the FMIC 1st and save for the VRSF DPs. I've heard of fewer fitment issues with the VRSF v Raceland. Of course, I highly recommend ARs if it is within your budget. GL.

Dextrek · 11-29-2012, 10:13 AM

Problem solved. Get your DP!!!

http://www.bmwblog.com/2012/08/16/n5...stegates-only/

ASAP · 11-29-2012, 10:17 AM

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Wastegate rattle is inevitable on this car, keeping that in mind, don't get downpipes if you dont want to hear it. Dp's give some decent power, but if you have a tune already you can actually gain more power with a good intercooler.

I think you mean more dyno or glory day power... certainly not in real life where it is currently 40 degrees almost everywhere and you arent tracking the car.

GOTMH8N · 01-24-2013, 03:53 PM

Well ladies I went for it! Found a set of Riss Racing 3" catless DPs

Sick335 · 01-24-2013, 05:42 PM

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Well ladies I went for it! Found a set of Riss Racing 3" catless DPs

Those look awfully familiar...)))

GOTMH8N · 01-24-2013, 08:15 PM

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Those look awfully familiar...)))

Haha do you also have riss racing?

Sick335 · 01-24-2013, 09:12 PM

No, but did u buy them from california?

GOTMH8N · 01-24-2013, 09:14 PM

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No, but did u buy them from california?

Yes lol

Eric335 · 01-24-2013, 09:16 PM

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Originally Posted by GOTMH8N

Well ladies I went for it! Found a set of Riss Racing 3" catless DPs

Well, those look....different.. Especially compared to my AAs

Sick335 · 01-25-2013, 10:34 AM

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Originally Posted by GOTMH8N

Yes lol

Proven to work well DPs, trust me

GOTMH8N · 01-25-2013, 10:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Sick335

Proven to work well DPs, trust me

That's what I want to hear! How was install?

Sick335 · 01-25-2013, 10:55 AM

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That's what I want to hear! How was install?

It's always better to have DPs professionally installed, but if you've got mechanic experience, should be a breeze.

GOTMH8N · 01-25-2013, 11:10 AM

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It's always better to have DPs professionally installed, but if you've got mechanic experience, should be a breeze.

I have some but more importantly I have access to a lift lol

Is it true moving the steering rack helps a lot?

Sick335 · 01-25-2013, 11:12 AM

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I have some but more importantly I have access to a lift lol

Is it true moving the steering rack helps a lot?

Your guess is as good as mine, paid 150 to get mine pro installed

subbie79 · 01-25-2013, 11:39 AM

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I have some but more importantly I have access to a lift lol

Is it true moving the steering rack helps a lot?

Yeah it does help. And it is only a couple of bolts and nuts.

GOTMH8N · 01-25-2013, 03:49 PM

Anyone kmow where the best place is to get some new gaskets for the DPs?

dicostal · 01-25-2013, 03:58 PM

Get the DP. BMW replaced my turbos pre DP and it was louder than ever... went ahead and got the DP anyway, When I installed the DP my waste Gate rattle was much louder, but I was lucky enough the shop who installed the DP was able to fix the rattle with a shaved down E clip so there would be more friction and little movement for rattle. I am blessed, I love the way my car sounds with no rattle

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ken1137 Brigadier General 89 Rep 3,732 Posts Drives: BMW S1000XR Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Gilbert, AZ iTrader: (7) Garage List 2009 e90 335i [6.40]	Do the FMIC 1st and save for the VRSF DPs. I've heard of fewer fitment issues with the VRSF v Raceland. Of course, I highly recommend ARs if it is within your budget. GL. __________________ BMWCCA member
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dicostal Lieutenant 54 Rep 495 Posts Drives: 2007 335i Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Italian in CT - USA iTrader: (0)	Get the DP. BMW replaced my turbos pre DP and it was louder than ever... went ahead and got the DP anyway, When I installed the DP my waste Gate rattle was much louder, but I was lucky enough the shop who installed the DP was able to fix the rattle with a shaved down E clip so there would be more friction and little movement for rattle. I am blessed, I love the way my car sounds with no rattle __________________ GIAC stage II\|AA DP\|AA Charge pipe and BOV\|AFE S2 Intake\|HELIX FMIC Last edited by dicostal; 01-25-2013 at 04:04 PM..
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