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08-21-2012, 08:15 AM | #1 |
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New owner, first mods, few questions
Hello all,
I picked up a 2012 E92 M3 earlier this month and have started individualizing it already. My first step, though it wasn't intended to be, was a Macht Schnell Stage 2 intake. I read that they actually give 10 or so HP, and I found a low mileage used one on this forum, so I started there. My next step was supposed to be a set of underdrive pullies and install an Akra Evo in the spring. However, I found another good deal, this time on an Active Autowerke Signature exhaust (rear section.) I liked the sound from all the videos I heard, and the price was much cheaper than the Akra, so I could afford to do it now, which fixes my immediate issue of my M3 being too quiet. That said, from everything I read, the real power in an exhaust is made in the midpipe, catless or high flow. Is it probable or possible to get the same power out of a quality 100 cell cat midpipe such as the Challenge Sport using my Active Autowerke rear exhaust and a tune, or should I, when funds permit, purchase an Akra Evo and sell my AA? So I guess the summarized version of my question is this: if I replace my midpipe with a quality midpipe and get a proper tune, would there be any compromize in performance vs getting a full Akra Evo? Thanks! -Bob |
08-21-2012, 09:39 AM | #2 |
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The x-pipe is definitely the big power adder on this car. The Akra will likely not make any more power than the Challenge or similar setup.
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08-21-2012, 10:12 AM | #3 |
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the one thing you will be happy is the Akra Evo... the rest of the mods you posted is bleh... then do exterior mods after exhaust, wheels and drop... after that you can start playing around with mods and see.. get an intake BMC or other filter brand they are all the same... and this is because of sound..
Get the Akra just because its light... also get a tune from MIKE BENVO you can contact the TECH as well... this mod alone is a night and day difference... so i suggest get this first before anything else.
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You will just want a tune specific to a high flow or catless setup with considerations for the Akra if you go that route. Can be made and installed before or after you get the exhaust.
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