Received My Bms Down Pipes Today - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

2mchbst · 01-29-2013, 08:18 PM

Got my BMS down pipes in today, really nice looking product, welds are nice and thick flanges, looks like a really high quailty pieces. Ill keep you guys posted on fitment and power increase from them. I will also be adding a full ETS catback exhaust and injen intake.

E90Company · 01-29-2013, 08:29 PM

Very nice! I have the same ones. Fitment was perfect to give you the heads up. No rust either

Just to let you know these are "very similar" to the Macht Schnell downpipes (if you catch my drift)

2mchbst · 01-29-2013, 08:31 PM

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Originally Posted by E90Company

Very nice! I have the same ones. Fitment was perfect to give you the heads up. No rust either

Just to let you know these are "very similar" to the Macht Schnell downpipes (if you catch my drift)

haha cool, thanks for the info

bigdaddycane · 01-30-2013, 08:27 AM

BMS makes quality stuff....my next N54 will have these

SfValley335i · 01-30-2013, 09:16 AM

Love my bms downpipes... fit without issue, zero rubbing.

hellomyBMW · 01-30-2013, 09:18 AM

I just purchased one of these bad boys my self yesterday and it should arrive sometime next week. Can't wait 'till I install it and hear her rumble as I gently press down on her. lol
Have you installed it yet? Keep us posted for I will be installing mine soon too!
Are you installing it your self? If so, I would love to hear your feedback what to do and what NOT to do, tips and such.

MurderedBeemer · 01-30-2013, 09:59 AM

Insane welds! If only they made them for xdrive

BMW_Alex · 01-30-2013, 10:19 AM

Seems to me that these BMS pipes are the best bang for the buck pipes and im sure they will hold up just fine. Definitely my next power adder in addition to my JB4 and Meth set up

onebamf335i · 01-30-2013, 03:00 PM

These DPs look great...in for updates once they're installed. Wonder if they make these catted, as well?!

bigdaddycane · 01-30-2013, 03:40 PM

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Originally Posted by onebamf335i

These DPs look great...in for updates once they're installed. Wonder if they make these catted, as well?!

I think BMS said they were not going to do a catted version.

Catted DPs are overrated....you can still get CEL's and the dealer is still going to bust your balls if they find them during a warranty issue. C@tlless is the way to go....more power as well.

Jeff@TopGearSolutions · 01-30-2013, 03:55 PM

I think the only reason people want a catted version is for emissions purposes in some states or to reduce the smell/noise/raspy tones.

I agree the catted versions should be avoided, they tend to fail over-time, and really defeat the purpose of replacing the downpipes, which is to remove the biggest restriction, the cats.

bigdaddycane · 01-30-2013, 04:10 PM

I feel they are thinking of emissions primarily, but don't realize they can fail with the catted DPs....and yes, the main cats are huge restrictions.

You (Jeff) know this, but (for others) if you leave the secondary cats in place the rasp really isn't present and the smell is minimal.

ihc95 · 01-30-2013, 04:59 PM

Can you post a pic of the gaskets it comes with?

2mchbst · 01-30-2013, 07:59 PM

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Originally Posted by hellomyBMW

I just purchased one of these bad boys my self yesterday and it should arrive sometime next week. Can't wait 'till I install it and hear her rumble as I gently press down on her. lol
Have you installed it yet? Keep us posted for I will be installing mine soon too!
Are you installing it your self? If so, I would love to hear your feedback what to do and what NOT to do, tips and such.

lol i hear ya man. Im having my friends shop install them but i will be there and ill keep you posted

2mchbst · 01-30-2013, 08:09 PM

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Originally Posted by ihc95

Can you post a pic of the gaskets it comes with?

gasket and bolts pics

hellomyBMW · 01-31-2013, 01:01 PM

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Originally Posted by 2mchbst

lol i hear ya man. Im having my friends shop install them but i will be there and ill keep you posted

Yeah please keep me posted and please note what to watch out for!
I've seen some instruction videos and you gotta move aside steering rods and stuff which I really don't want me messing around with...

Thanks in advance!

2mchbst · 01-31-2013, 01:54 PM

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Originally Posted by hellomyBMW

Yeah please keep me posted and please note what to watch out for!
I've seen some instruction videos and you gotta move aside steering rods and stuff which I really don't want me messing around with...

Thanks in advance!

yea i dont think you have to move any of that

cwarren · 02-01-2013, 12:17 AM

Just unbolt steering rack is all and very simple.

Hierlevelz · 02-01-2013, 03:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Jeff@TopGearSolutions

I think the only reason people want a catted version is for emissions purposes in some states or to reduce the smell/noise/raspy tones.

I agree the catted versions should be avoided, they tend to fail over-time, and really defeat the purpose of replacing the downpipes, which is to remove the biggest restriction, the cats.

That reminds me of a couple years ago when I was still somewhat into the Audi scene and I was helping my brother diagnose an issue with his B5 A4 QT.He was having low boost issues and blowing white smoke. Pulled the turbo several times and found nothing wrong with it. It was a brand new ATP turbo that we installed a couple thousand miles prior to the issues. We checked several other things including changing injectors etc. and could not diagnose the issue. Even enlisted the help of some of his local friends who were supposed to Audi gurus. I mentioned to them that I thought the HFC may be the problem and they all dismissed me. Well after pulling the turbo a final time we decided to remove the HFC and inspect it. Upon a visual inspection we found the honey comb material completely FUBARD. It pretty much became dislodged and clogged the exhaust path and melted. This caused the back pressure which ion turn resulted in low boost and seals blowing oil.

I'm going to have to bookmark these bms dp. I love the quality of the tig welds but I'm not ready to go catless just yet bc of the smell and I'm also still under warranty. I have heard allegedly thought that with a quality protune you can minimize the obnoxious gasses.

junitos · 02-01-2013, 04:23 AM

downpipes look's good.

Cant wait to hear about the power you'll make. keeps us posted on the smell 2 for i am just about ready to pull the trigger on a new set of dp's .

GiorgioIr · 02-01-2013, 06:34 AM

are those true 3" all the way?

straightcashhomie · 02-01-2013, 08:45 AM

hmm BMS or VRSF... ill be in the market soon

01-29-2013, 08:18 PM	#1
2mchbst Private Drives: 2009 335i coupe 6 speed Join Date: May 2012 Location: long island Posts: 52 iTrader: (1)	Received My Bms Down Pipes Today Got my BMS down pipes in today, really nice looking product, welds are nice and thick flanges, looks like a really high quailty pieces. Ill keep you guys posted on fitment and power increase from them. I will also be adding a full ETS catback exhaust and injen intake.
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01-29-2013, 08:29 PM	#2
E90Company Major General Drives: E90 335i Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: SFL Posts: 5,531 iTrader: (2)	Very nice! I have the same ones. Fitment was perfect to give you the heads up. No rust either Just to let you know these are "very similar" to the Macht Schnell downpipes (if you catch my drift) __________________ FBO N54 6AT

01-30-2013, 08:27 AM	#4
bigdaddycane "Her vajine hang like sleeve of wizard..." Drives: 2007 335i Sedan Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Northern Va Posts: 1,812 iTrader: (29) Garage List 2007 BMW 335 [0.00]	BMS makes quality stuff....my next N54 will have these __________________ JB4\|CP-e\|ITG\|ER\|Forge DVs\|KW V1\|M3 Sways\|BBS CH\|BMS\|

01-30-2013, 09:16 AM	#5
SfValley335i Colonel Drives: Current:135i Sold:335i sedan Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: City of Angels Posts: 2,004 iTrader: (7)	Love my bms downpipes... fit without issue, zero rubbing. __________________ Made 417whp/403wtq in 2008 no meth/nos

01-30-2013, 09:59 AM	#7
MurderedBeemer MurderedOut Drives: 2013 c63 AMG Coupe Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Montreal Posts: 241 iTrader: (0)	Insane welds! If only they made them for xdrive __________________ 2013 C63 AMG COUPE

01-30-2013, 09:18 AM	#6
hellomyBMW Private First Class Drives: 2013 BMW 335is Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Michigan Posts: 131 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2013 BMW 335is [5.00] 2008 BMW X5 4.8i (S ... [0.00]	I just purchased one of these bad boys my self yesterday and it should arrive sometime next week. Can't wait 'till I install it and hear her rumble as I gently press down on her. lol Have you installed it yet? Keep us posted for I will be installing mine soon too! Are you installing it your self? If so, I would love to hear your feedback what to do and what NOT to do, tips and such.

01-30-2013, 10:19 AM	#8
BMW_Alex Enlisted Member Drives: 2007 E92 335I 6MT Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 47 iTrader: (0)	Seems to me that these BMS pipes are the best bang for the buck pipes and im sure they will hold up just fine. Definitely my next power adder in addition to my JB4 and Meth set up __________________ 07 E92 335I / 6MT /ALPINE WHITE & SADDLE BROWN / JB4G5 / BMS DCI / BMS DPs / BMS METH KIT / FSB / ETS CP / SYNAPSE BOV / BOOST GAUGE

01-30-2013, 03:00 PM	#9
onebamf335i Lieutenant Drives: '07 335i 6MT & '89 325i Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Swansea Posts: 553 iTrader: (4)	These DPs look great...in for updates once they're installed. Wonder if they make these catted, as well?! __________________ 2007 E90 335i 6MT \| BMWCCA #449180 \| SGM / Terra / Dark Burl Walnut \| M-Tech front \| Premium \| Cold \| PDC \| BMW SSK \| Alcantara Shift & Ebrake Boots \| BMW Performance Knob \| Matte Black Grilles \| Exhaust Valve Mod \| BMS DCI \| Cyba Scoops \| Headlight overlays \| Clutch Stop \| BC Coilovers

01-30-2013, 03:55 PM	#11
Jeff@TopGearSolutions BimmerPost Supporting Vendor Drives: C6 Z06, GSXR-750, 09 335i Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: TopGearSolutions.com Posts: 12,432 iTrader: (25)	I think the only reason people want a catted version is for emissions purposes in some states or to reduce the smell/noise/raspy tones. I agree the catted versions should be avoided, they tend to fail over-time, and really defeat the purpose of replacing the downpipes, which is to remove the biggest restriction, the cats. __________________ Latest Specials!! Email Me! Jeff@TopGearSolutions.Com Evolution Racewerks Charge Pipes and FMIC Sale ETS FMIC INTERCOOLER SALE! Cobb AP for BMW N54 & N55, Lowest Price! Like Us On Facebook For Discounts!

01-30-2013, 04:10 PM	#12
bigdaddycane "Her vajine hang like sleeve of wizard..." Drives: 2007 335i Sedan Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Northern Va Posts: 1,812 iTrader: (29) Garage List 2007 BMW 335 [0.00]	I feel they are thinking of emissions primarily, but don't realize they can fail with the catted DPs....and yes, the main cats are huge restrictions. You (Jeff) know this, but (for others) if you leave the secondary cats in place the rasp really isn't present and the smell is minimal. __________________ JB4\|CP-e\|ITG\|ER\|Forge DVs\|KW V1\|M3 Sways\|BBS CH\|BMS\|

01-30-2013, 04:59 PM	#13
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02-01-2013, 12:17 AM	#18
cwarren Second Lieutenant Drives: 08 e92 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: portland Posts: 222 iTrader: (1)	Just unbolt steering rack is all and very simple.

02-01-2013, 04:23 AM	#20
junitos wReCkz e93 Drives: T0PL3SS BIMM3R Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: VVest Coast Posts: 287 iTrader: (1)	downpipes look's good. Cant wait to hear about the power you'll make. keeps us posted on the smell 2 for i am just about ready to pull the trigger on a new set of dp's . __________________ 6 speed mt + turbo = Bimmerfest 2013 California sponsored by ESS Tuning Arrives on May 18, 2013! @ rose bowl

02-01-2013, 06:34 AM	#21
GiorgioIr 335 Drives: 335 Join Date: May 2012 Location: x Posts: 234 iTrader: (0)	are those true 3" all the way? __________________ My 335's thread.

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