Removing exhaust tips, rivetS?

ChrisK · 02-07-2011, 07:38 PM

I used a small air angle dill and got the rivets out without taking off the bumper.

MK599 · 02-07-2011, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by ChrisK

I used a small air angle dill and got the rivets out without taking off the bumper.

but did you remove the exhaust?
any pics of the tool or your diy?
and how did you install the tips back on?

ChrisK · 02-08-2011, 07:20 AM

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Originally Posted by mk599

but did you remove the exhaust?
any pics of the tool or your diy?
and how did you install the tips back on?

I didn't remove the exhaust. Putting the rivets back in was easy.

ChrisK · 02-10-2011, 05:22 PM

BTW the genuine BMW rivets are pretty cheap at Tischer.

BMWNTHZST · 12-12-2011, 11:01 AM

Just thought I'd update this thread.

I just had my new CYBA Black Chrome exhaust tips installed by the pros. It took them a half hour from start to finish and the end product turned out amazing

I suppose this could be done as a DIY however much easier and faster with air tools and a hoist as well as dropping the exhaust a bit.

abugiacomo · 12-16-2011, 04:25 PM

any particular size drill bit you use to drill the rivets out when uninstalling?

abugiacomo · 12-16-2011, 04:30 PM

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Originally Posted by BMWNTHZST

I just had my new CYBA Black Chrome exhaust tips installed by the pros.

do you know if cyba has black chrome tips for e90 m3s, or just e92/3?

gazosnic · 01-03-2014, 05:36 PM

Im not sure how you guys are getting these off its a pain in the ass. Been drilling forever and still working on tip 1 lol

M3AG · 01-03-2014, 09:09 PM

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Originally Posted by gazosnic

Im not sure how you guys are getting these off its a pain in the ass. Been drilling forever and still working on tip 1 lol

Use Cobalt drill bit.

dparm · 01-03-2014, 10:34 PM

If that shop only took a half hour, I'd just tell others to go to a professional too. That's only like $50 to save you the aggravation of getting said tools, unbolting the exhaust, etc.

MasterP · 01-04-2014, 12:01 PM

I actually don't recommend nice bits. You'll make them dull and useless. So buy the cheap multipacks and toss them when you're done.

You don't need to drop the exhaust completely, you can just disconnect most of the mounting points. But, dropping the rear section really isnt that hard if you have the right equipment.

An Angle drill is highly recommended for the rivets topside. And it should take you 30 minutes if you have all the proper tools.

gazosnic · 01-04-2014, 02:36 PM

I am working on extending the stock tips. Finally got one extended....but it is taking me FOREVER. Any other tips to get these off / drill through this hard metal? I have tried a cordless drill as well as a powerful drill hammer. All w titanium tips or cobalt tips.

Here is a pic of the one tip extended. I want to do the rest... but almost ready to give up unless I find a faster solution.

JerezBlkM3 · 04-11-2015, 08:35 PM

Just removed the stock tips today after reading this post and watching the YouTube video below which made everything easy. I really appreciate whoever made the video as that technique worked like a charm getting these off. I'm not sure if they are a fellow forum member, but cheers! Thank you.

M3Bimmer77 · 07-13-2015, 01:13 PM

Guys really sorry to tell this, but if you can't take the rivets off don't even try more. You might be the guy that's going to drill himself and end up spin the hospital. Get a handy friend or your wife. Sorry guys but don't do stupid things.

duvinclunk · 02-11-2016, 11:19 PM

Can anyone confirm actual size of rivets needed?

duvinclunk · 02-12-2016, 02:34 PM

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Originally Posted by duvinclunk

Can anyone confirm actual size of rivets needed?

Nevermind. Just went ahead and bought the crazy expensive OEM rivets to be safe.

rpl77 · 02-23-2017, 09:17 AM

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Originally Posted by gazosnic

I am working on extending the stock tips. Finally got one extended....but it is taking me FOREVER. Any other tips to get these off / drill through this hard metal? I have tried a cordless drill as well as a powerful drill hammer. All w titanium tips or cobalt tips.

Here is a pic of the one tip extended. I want to do the rest... but almost ready to give up unless I find a faster solution.

Did you extend the tips since you have a diffuser in place?

gazosnic · 02-23-2017, 10:37 AM

yes I extended them all. Did all that work and then ended up selling this exhaust and now have a Megan.

cmtemauricio · 02-24-2017, 05:01 PM

Here are my tips.

Stronie · 03-14-2017, 01:06 PM

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Originally Posted by cmtemauricio

Here are my tips.

Nice I got the same ones. I welded mine.

XIX · 07-30-2017, 09:32 AM

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Originally Posted by cmtemauricio

Here are my tips.

Hi, where did you buy these ?

cmtemauricio · 07-30-2017, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by XIX

Quote:

Originally Posted by cmtemauricio

Here are my tips.

Hi, where did you buy these ?

Ebay

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gazosnic Major 107 Rep 1,042 Posts Drives: bmw m3 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: chicago iTrader: (3)	Im not sure how you guys are getting these off its a pain in the ass. Been drilling forever and still working on tip 1 lol
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MasterP Colonel 721 Rep 2,342 Posts Drives: All the M's Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Where do you want me? iTrader: (8)	I actually don't recommend nice bits. You'll make them dull and useless. So buy the cheap multipacks and toss them when you're done. You don't need to drop the exhaust completely, you can just disconnect most of the mounting points. But, dropping the rear section really isnt that hard if you have the right equipment. An Angle drill is highly recommended for the rivets topside. And it should take you 30 minutes if you have all the proper tools.
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gazosnic Major 107 Rep 1,042 Posts Drives: bmw m3 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: chicago iTrader: (3)	I am working on extending the stock tips. Finally got one extended....but it is taking me FOREVER. Any other tips to get these off / drill through this hard metal? I have tried a cordless drill as well as a powerful drill hammer. All w titanium tips or cobalt tips. Here is a pic of the one tip extended. I want to do the rest... but almost ready to give up unless I find a faster solution.
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JerezBlkM3 Private 5 Rep 67 Posts Drives: 2011 BMW M3 Coupe Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Abingdon, MD iTrader: (0)	Just removed the stock tips today after reading this post and watching the YouTube video below which made everything easy. I really appreciate whoever made the video as that technique worked like a charm getting these off. I'm not sure if they are a fellow forum member, but cheers! Thank you.
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M3Bimmer77 Captain 340 Rep 947 Posts Drives: 2011.5 M3 E90 Jet Black Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: West Palm Beach iTrader: (2)	Guys really sorry to tell this, but if you can't take the rivets off don't even try more. You might be the guy that's going to drill himself and end up spin the hospital. Get a handy friend or your wife. Sorry guys but don't do stupid things.
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gazosnic Major 107 Rep 1,042 Posts Drives: bmw m3 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: chicago iTrader: (3)	yes I extended them all. Did all that work and then ended up selling this exhaust and now have a Megan. __________________
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