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04-22-2013, 01:54 PM | #1 |
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Question about M Performance Exhaust
Can't seem to get a clear answer here:
Does this exhaust come with connecting pipes or not? Some sources indicate it is bolt on with no modifications required, others indicate that you must cut the stock exhaust off and either weld or clamp... What's the verdict? |
04-22-2013, 05:55 PM | #4 |
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That is good to hear!
I checked with three vendors today, 2 told me it was a cut and clamp system, muffler only... the third one said it was bolt on and then changed his mind and said it was cut and clamp! Can either of you/anyone who has purchased this system confirm it 100 percent? |
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04-22-2013, 06:25 PM | #5 |
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Check out this pic, seems like it comes with the piping
http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthr...rmance+exhaust Sounds like the vendors you spoke to may not know what they are selling! |
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04-22-2013, 08:10 PM | #8 |
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I had Mperformance (new not used) for a bit. It came with connecting pipes
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04-24-2013, 10:09 AM | #9 |
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How does it sound compared to stock? Any drone noise?
I'm in the market to get an exhaust but I've listened too many of them and still can't make a decision... I'd like to get something mild (not too loud, "euro V8" pitch, and minimal drone noise) for a E93. I don't like the "nascar" sound on some exhaust systems. What's your personal experience with it? |
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04-27-2013, 08:23 AM | #10 | |
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I am having a tough time deciding between this and the active autowerke exhaust. Also not looking for a boomy exhaust, but also don't want to be in a situation where I spend 3k+ for an exhaust and can barely tell there is something different back there! |
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04-27-2013, 10:23 AM | #11 | |
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If you're looking for performance gains you're better off going with a full-system including x-pipe with HFC's or no cats but be prepared for a relatively loud setup. I've run catless in my previous car and don't think I'll go back down that path with my M. Last edited by MPower29; 04-27-2013 at 02:42 PM.. |
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04-27-2013, 01:36 PM | #12 |
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I love my MPE and it is a direct bolt on as others have stated.
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04-29-2013, 07:13 PM | #16 | |
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That said, it would have been nice if it was a factory-installed accessory/option like the CF spoiler. |
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100% correct. I made the switch just a few days ago from my AA rear + Dinan Xpipe (totally catless) to M performance Rear + ACM Testpipes. M performance is so much better for daily use and keeps the car sounding classy IMO. Has more of an exotic mild tone than the all out race car sound of the AA setup. I am shocked but very pleased that I experience absolutely no drone even with the test pipes! The AA drone was felt under ~2krpm which sucked around town and definitely drew the wrong attention from cops. Keep in mind I had a catless Xpipe as well. I daily drive 3000 / month and the AA setup started to give me a headache. I have heard the M performance unit with stock midsection and it was a very subtle increase from stock. Too subtle for my taste but definitely a nice sound. Pair it with test pipes and not only will you get better sound but a nice performance boost as well. Any future car I get for daily use will have whatever OEM performance exhaust exists + test pipes for performance. If you want to keep the mid stock I would suggest ACM modded rear. Cheaper than M perf and sounds better if not going the test pipe route.
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