help with n55 down-pipes

MartinWake · 01-17-2019, 03:25 PM

Hey guys I have a 2011 335i and I wanted to put a downpipe but I am not sure which one to get I saw some people say the 4" one is good but I do not know what difference it would make, if someone can help me and explain it to me and recommend me one I would really appreciate it!

SeanFabspeed · 01-17-2019, 04:43 PM

https://www.ecstuning.com/b-wagner-t...500001005~wgt/

MartinWake · 01-18-2019, 12:10 AM

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Originally Posted by SeanFabspeed

https://www.ecstuning.com/b-wagner-t...500001005~wgt/

700$?!?!? I saw some cheap ebay ones for 90 I thought they might be 250-300 but 700 damn

jeffzzz · 01-18-2019, 12:36 AM

.5" isn't going to make that much of a difference. VRSF is the current go to for price.

https://www.vr-speed.com/vrsf-3-5-st...-bmw-135i.html

racermp · 01-18-2019, 06:36 AM

vrsf!

MartinWake · 01-18-2019, 10:46 AM

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Originally Posted by jeffzzz

.5" isn't going to make that much of a difference. VRSF is the current go to for price.

https://www.vr-speed.com/vrsf-3-5-st...-bmw-135i.html

yeah thats the one I was thinking of that price is better and the brand is good too

Turbod · 01-18-2019, 02:14 PM

If you're shopping used and come across the N54tuning pipe it was the best pipe for the price when it was still offered. Otherwise I would go with the VRSF but make sure it is the newer version.

Tiago@VRSF · 01-18-2019, 04:45 PM

The VRSF offers a cast merge collector for the smoothest possible transition from the downpipe to the mid pipes and we offer free ceramic coating. There isn't an option out there that can compete, especially when considering the price.

3.5" is enough to flow up to 800whp without imposing any restriction

MartinWake · 01-18-2019, 05:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Tiago@VRSF

The VRSF offers a cast merge collector for the smoothest possible transition from the downpipe to the mid pipes and we offer free ceramic coating. There isn't an option out there that can compete, especially when considering the price.

3.5" is enough to flow up to 800whp without imposing any restriction

Yup I have always kept my eye on that one there is just one question I am kinda confused to which one I need exactly because I have the 335i e92 with the N55 engine year 2011.

Tiago@VRSF · 01-18-2019, 06:14 PM

N55EX100 is the part number you need

rborane · 01-18-2019, 06:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Tiago@VRSF

N55EX100 is the part number you need

When is the updated N55 catted dowpipe coming out that is guaranteed CEL Free?

Turbod · 01-19-2019, 02:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Tiago@VRSF

There isn't an option out there that can compete, especially when considering the price.

Since Mike is no longer making his I agree.

LGCubana · 01-19-2019, 09:37 AM

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Originally Posted by MartinWake

yeah thats the one I was thinking of that price is better and the brand is good too

I have a VRSF N55EX100 (that I only used for a couple months) for sale. I'm usually in Pembroke Pines on Sundays.

PM me, when you're ready to go catless.

///M-N55 · 01-19-2019, 10:39 AM

Just got my VRSF down-pipe on 2 weeks ago now and man they don't disappoint . It sounds AMAZING and you can feel it in the pedal the Throttle kicking in it's a little less laggier

Azines · 02-12-2019, 10:58 PM

I agree with everyone here, VRSF is the way to go in terms of price/quality. If we're talking catless, it's just a pipe, no complaints on the cast/welding and it gets the job done.

I myself was worried about the "smell" of catless and waited and searched the forums back and forth for about 3 months before finally pulling the trigger. Unless you are standing directly behind the car or are in an enclosed parking garage you won't smell a thing.

philgli · 02-13-2019, 09:41 AM

living in GA and going catless means i would have to uninstall and reinstall once a year. Unless the DP fix works for emissions and not just stopping the CEL??...

Does having MHD help? i know i could clear the code, but will it constantly re-appear?

same n55 engine...

NRigs · 02-13-2019, 12:22 PM

I have had the VRSF DP fix on for over a year. My last emissions was January. I still have the OEM/catted downpipe box checked in MHD and I have not had an engine light pop up yet. Emissions are still passing.

philgli · 02-13-2019, 01:01 PM

That is a relief.

But if you are on catless DP but check the box for stock DP, are you losing the MHD power gain you would get from the DP? Not sure if that made sense

Had0uken! · 02-14-2019, 06:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Tiago@VRSF

N55EX100 is the part number you need

Would the VRSF downpipe fit a UK RHD 335i Convertible N55? and would it be the same part number?

Tiago@VRSF · 02-14-2019, 11:51 AM

We're working on a RHD model as we speak

Turbod · 02-14-2019, 04:51 PM

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Originally Posted by philgli

That is a relief.

But if you are on catless DP but check the box for stock DP, are you losing the MHD power gain you would get from the DP? Not sure if that made sense

The checkbox is only for the code. It doesn't change the tune parameters so there is no power loss by selecting it or leaving it unchecked.

Had0uken! · 02-18-2019, 03:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Tiago@VRSF

We're working on a RHD model as we speak

Any idea when this will be available and pricing? Assume the current one wouldn't fit without modification if your developing a specific Rhd one.

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Tiago@VRSF 2095 Rep 43,350 Posts Drives: F90 M5 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Doral, FL iTrader: (99) Garage List 2014 F30 328xi [0.00] 2015 F82 BMW M4 [0.00] 2013 Ducati 1199 Pa ... [0.00] 2008 BMW 335i [0.00]	The VRSF offers a cast merge collector for the smoothest possible transition from the downpipe to the mid pipes and we offer free ceramic coating. There isn't an option out there that can compete, especially when considering the price. 3.5" is enough to flow up to 800whp without imposing any restriction
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///M-N55 Private First Class 62 Rep 126 Posts Drives: 2013 E92 335i Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Houston Texas iTrader: (0)	Just got my VRSF down-pipe on 2 weeks ago now and man they don't disappoint . It sounds AMAZING and you can feel it in the pedal the Throttle kicking in it's a little less laggier
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Azines Private 4 Rep 58 Posts Drives: 2012 E92 335i Xdrive Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Chicago, IL iTrader: (0)	I agree with everyone here, VRSF is the way to go in terms of price/quality. If we're talking catless, it's just a pipe, no complaints on the cast/welding and it gets the job done. I myself was worried about the "smell" of catless and waited and searched the forums back and forth for about 3 months before finally pulling the trigger. Unless you are standing directly behind the car or are in an enclosed parking garage you won't smell a thing.
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philgli Lieutenant 69 Rep 491 Posts Drives: 2011 AW E92 Msport Join Date: May 2012 Location: Georgia iTrader: (0)	living in GA and going catless means i would have to uninstall and reinstall once a year. Unless the DP fix works for emissions and not just stopping the CEL??... Does having MHD help? i know i could clear the code, but will it constantly re-appear? same n55 engine... __________________ 2011 N55 e92 Msport -Alpine White AT MHD Stage 2+, ARM 5" stepped I/C, PPK (coded over), Cobb charge pipe, gutted Xi downpipe, BMS intake, ARM I/C hose upgrade, PE mod, ST coilovers, 18x9 Apex ARC8
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NRigs Lieutenant 94 Rep 321 Posts Drives: 2011 BMW 335xi Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Ma iTrader: (0)	I have had the VRSF DP fix on for over a year. My last emissions was January. I still have the OEM/catted downpipe box checked in MHD and I have not had an engine light pop up yet. Emissions are still passing. __________________ Current: 2011 BMW 335xi \| Wedge Tuned \| Meth \| VRSF DP \| VRSF 5" Intercooler \| VRSF Chargepipe \| BMS Intake \| xHP Stg 3 Totaled:2014 Audi A4 CTS K04 APR Tuned
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philgli Lieutenant 69 Rep 491 Posts Drives: 2011 AW E92 Msport Join Date: May 2012 Location: Georgia iTrader: (0)	That is a relief. But if you are on catless DP but check the box for stock DP, are you losing the MHD power gain you would get from the DP? Not sure if that made sense
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