Opinion on Exhaust setup needed...

Eugene-TAIWAN · 03-24-2010, 12:09 AM

I think to get 35-40% quieter

go stock or go akrapovic

aus · 03-24-2010, 12:09 AM

You may want to consider the Bastuck unit too. It doesn't drone at all with stock X-pipe.

baarii · 03-24-2010, 12:10 AM

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Originally Posted by xxe92xx

dayyuummm see i would have kept my GT2 if it actually gave me more than 5hp....but you cant live that insane of a sound for too long IMO

I agree it sounds great. Just too loud when paired with a catless x-pipe.

DevJ · 03-24-2010, 12:13 AM

You're car sounds good

Sure you can't live with its loudness?

xxe92xx · 03-24-2010, 01:47 AM

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Originally Posted by baarii

I agree it sounds great. Just too loud when paired with a catless x-pipe.

have you looked into the gintani sport?

Maseroche · 03-24-2010, 03:59 AM

Wow, sounds like a race car!

MMMorish · 03-24-2010, 06:41 AM

Baarii, our cars are identiclal! Down to the mods as well.. except I have a rear diffuser.

Anyhow, just saw your videos and I think it sounds amazing. It's loud, but amazing nonetheless.

How would it sound with a non-catless x-pipe?? Would it be as loud? Anyone?

MrHarris · 03-24-2010, 07:09 AM

Sounds pretty crazy. If you want something noticeably quieter but still sounds great I would look into the Gintani sport. It would also complete your exhaust setup

baarii · 03-24-2010, 08:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Alias

I have an Encore HFC system and I added 2 additional resonators. In terms on reducing the overall noise I can say count on at least 10-15%, but like others said is that it will help cut down some of the drone and raspyness.

I think whatever cat back system I go with I am def going to add 2 additional resonators, so it will be 4 resonators.

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Originally Posted by Eugene-TAIWAN

I think to get 35-40% quieter

go stock or go akrapovic

As of yesterday the Meisterschaft GTS is off. Stock is back on untill I make my pick.

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Originally Posted by aus

You may want to consider the Bastuck unit too. It doesn't drone at all with stock X-pipe.

I totally forgot about that one, I have heard it in person and it was def one of the quiter ones.

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Originally Posted by DevJ

You're car sounds good

Sure you can't live with its loudness?

Thank you! (sounded). Yes I could have lived with it, but didnt like the attention I got with it. I did get pulled over with the exhaust. The cop was giving a ticket, so he was out side his car. As soon as I passed him I saw him hurry back into his car and come after me.
Pulls me over.. "Do you know why I pulled you over..?"
Me: No clue officer.
PO: You'r car is pretty loud (with a serious face), but sounds great with a big smile, what kind of exhaust do you have?
Me: Gintani X-pipe (didnt mention the no cats part) + Meistershaft catback.
PO: Nice, my brother has E39 M5, he needs to hear your car. (Checked my license and registration and let me go) Be safe and have great night.
Me: Thank you. Good night

I am pretty sure if it was a VA State Trooper, It would have been a ticket instead of the compliment.

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Originally Posted by xxe92xx

have you looked into the gintani sport?

Yes that is one of the options I am leaning towards.

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Originally Posted by Maseroche

Wow, sounds like a race car!

Thanks!

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Originally Posted by MMMorish

Baarii, our cars are identiclal! Down to the mods as well.. except I have a rear diffuser.

Anyhow, just saw your videos and I think it sounds amazing. It's loud, but amazing nonetheless.

How would it sound with a non-catless x-pipe?? Would it be as loud? Anyone?

I noticed! Did you try painting the side gill markers? I cant decide which diffuser to get, I think I will after I pick the exhaust! I am guessing with a non-catless x-pipe or even high flow cats it will be considerably quiter.

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Originally Posted by MrHarris

Sounds pretty crazy. If you want something noticeably quieter but still sounds great I would look into the Gintani sport. It would also complete your exhaust setup

It did sound good!

I think if I had a poll to this thread, we all know what exhaust will get the most votes

baarii · 03-24-2010, 08:55 AM

What do you guys think of the AA with the Noise Reduction Chamber?

Ben335 · 03-24-2010, 08:57 AM

Just a suggestion Barii, decide on a cat back before dropping the 400-500 adding a additional set of resonators. That is money you can use toward the exahaust rather than just resonators. Remember, resonators, are there just for drone and raspiness.....depending on what exhaust you pick it may take of that for you without you having to add resonators.

In my situation, I was not going to switch exhausts, so my only option was to add resonators.

baarii · 03-24-2010, 09:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Ben335

Just a suggestion Barii, decide on a cat back before dropping the 400-500 adding a additional set of resonators. That is money you can use toward the exahaust rather than just resonators. Remember, resonators, are there just for drone and raspiness.....depending on what exhaust you pick it may take of that for you without you having to add resonators.

In my situation, I was not going to switch exhausts, so my only option was to add resonators.

Thanks for the suggestion, I guess I should. I am going to take you up on your offer to meet up and perhaps sit in your car and hear it from the inside. Are you going to the Skyline Run III?

Ben335 · 03-24-2010, 10:19 AM

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Originally Posted by baarii

Thanks for the suggestion, I guess I should. I am going to take you up on your offer to meet up and perhaps sit in your car and hear it from the inside. Are you going to the Skyline Run III?

Not sure about the run yet. PM me and we can meet up so you can take a ride inside the car and make a decision for yourself.

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Ben335 Captain 46 Rep 891 Posts Drives: 09 M3 Finally here Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Virginia iTrader: (2)	Just a suggestion Barii, decide on a cat back before dropping the 400-500 adding a additional set of resonators. That is money you can use toward the exahaust rather than just resonators. Remember, resonators, are there just for drone and raspiness.....depending on what exhaust you pick it may take of that for you without you having to add resonators. In my situation, I was not going to switch exhausts, so my only option was to add resonators. __________________ 09 SG E90, Black on Carbon Leather, Tech, Premium, Cold, iPod, Premium Sound, 19s, OEM Alarm, PDC, Moonroof, Sirius Eisenmann Sport / Eibach Springs / 35% F1 Pinnacle Tint / Macht Schnell Air Filter / LUX Angel Eyes / Black Grill / AA Pulley / Powerchip Stage II Tune / Fabspeed X-Pipe & HFC / RAC Monolites RG63
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