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12-12-2011, 02:49 PM | #1 |
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Best E90 M3 Exhaust for $1,500 and under?
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I've been doing a lot of with regard to a good exhaust. As great as the Akra is, my current budget has a tough time stretching past $1,500 for an exhaust system. I'm looking for:
At this time, I'm not looking to invest in the X-pipe yet. Saw a few videos but still torn as to what the best system would be. Some of the one's I've considered (assuming it meets my price requirements):
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12-12-2011, 02:57 PM | #2 |
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Modded OEM, weld on whatever tips you want. Sounds really, really good- better than Eisenmann, Remus, and Gintani IMO. The others I have not heard.
There are 3 ways to do it, from quietest to loudest: -Replace 1 set (large) perforated pipes with straight pipe -Replace both sets of perforated pipes with straight pipes (both sets) -Cut out internal pipes, eliminating the cross within the OEM muffler and have it go out the side Mine is done the first way and I love it, no drone. |
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12-12-2011, 03:00 PM | #3 |
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Most will be good and depending on how anxious you are, you can always find a deal on here.
Don't listen to anyone on here regarding sound as it is too subjective to make an informed decision. |
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12-12-2011, 03:25 PM | #4 |
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Used would be your best bet. It may be harder to find a used E90 system in that price range.
If you want new then go: Remus Sport Billy Boat B&B Tri Flow Borla UUC/Corsa
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12-12-2011, 03:35 PM | #5 |
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UUC/Corsa sounds bad ass. Heard it in person a few days ago. Eisenmann race would be my first choice but I can't justify the $$$. The AE sounds good too and is also in your price range.
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12-12-2011, 03:35 PM | #6 |
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+1 but remember some exhausts have adjustable tips so they work for both e90/92.
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12-13-2011, 08:57 AM | #8 |
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Just wait for the Megan Racing e90 fitment to come out. For the price you cant beat the sound if you dont want to have a modded stock exhaust.
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Also, Borlas ATAK mufflers sound absolutely awesome. I may want a set so my Megan could be up for sale soon (E92) though. Dave
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12-13-2011, 04:28 PM | #10 |
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Megan Racing exhaust OR I would spring for the MRF mid pipe - 26HP and 21lbs of TQ. while still retaining the stock exhaust. Sounds great too
- Megan Racing $550 to $600 depending on where you get it. - MRF Mid is $1500 I think (but I think they are having a Dec. Special) Personally, after doing all this research on the forums I really want to find the right mid section (or xpipe) that will make me happy with the HP gains and sound = more smiles per mile.
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One thing to note, the oem exhaust with an x pipe tends to get very raspy. |
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12-13-2011, 07:11 PM | #12 |
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Its a no brainer to try the OEM mod for 300 bucks. If you dont like it than go for something else.
Mine is less common mod with the middle cross-over pipes blocked off and each side of the muffler has a straight pipe going through. |
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12-13-2011, 08:50 PM | #15 |
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Billy Boat ftw!! I just put mine on last week-tips look great, sound is smooth as butta, no drone. I am super happy with it. I am in NJ if you are near-can't tell where you are..plate on the red E46 looks like PA.
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12-13-2011, 09:01 PM | #16 |
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autocoture does a great job doing custom stock exhausts.. they'll even throw new tips on, powdered coat it black, and it sounds sick! thats ur best bet and you'll have some $$ left over for more mods
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I really like my Magnaflow system.
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12-14-2011, 07:29 PM | #18 |
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I'm thinking of doing the same mod. It would be great if we could meet up so I can have a listen. Let me know if you're willing....I'm in San Ramon. Thanks. |
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