Challenge Sport X-Pipe Install

ERinEC · 04-12-2013, 09:01 AM

I just dropped my car off at a muffler shop to have this installed on my 2011 E92 M3. The shop is claiming that the bracket used for the OEM x-pipe is tack welded and must be removed, sanded slightly, and then welded back on to accommodate the Challenge.

It was my understanding that the Challenge x-pipe is a direct bolt on to the rear OEM muffler section.

img · 04-12-2013, 09:10 AM

It is a bolt on Xpipe !

chris s · 04-12-2013, 09:10 AM

maybe your car was previously modded? are you the original owner?

ERinEC · 04-12-2013, 09:13 AM

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Originally Posted by chris s

maybe your car was previously modded? are you the original owner?

I highly doubt it, as I purchased the car with under 10,000 miles and have looked underneath as well and it looks stock.

1MOREMOD · 04-12-2013, 09:15 AM

strange shouldnt be.

j2m · 04-12-2013, 10:05 AM

Here is a pic of the bracket. You can see the 4 bolts holding it in place. This is how it should look if it hasn't been modified.
That piece is not welded on

ERinEC · 04-12-2013, 10:14 AM

Thanks for the input, guys.

Someone else at the shop just had a look and said no modification was necessary. I was told the first shop employee is new.

Can't wait to feel the additional power and see how this changes the exhaust sound!

j2m · 04-12-2013, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by ERinEC

Thanks for the input, guys.

Someone else at the shop just had a look and said no modification was necessary. I was told the first shop employee is new.

Can't wait to feel the additional power and see how this changes the exhaust sound!

That's good, last thing you want is a newb firing up a cutting torch on your car

1MOREMOD · 04-12-2013, 10:19 AM

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Originally Posted by ERinEC

Thanks for the input, guys.

Someone else at the shop just had a look and said no modification was necessary. I was told the first shop employee is new.

Can't wait to feel the additional power and see how this changes the exhaust sound!

you will like it. had it mated to stock rear and still sounded good.

ERinEC · 04-12-2013, 11:45 AM

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Originally Posted by 1MOREMOD

you will like it. had it mated to stock rear and still sounded good.

Cool, thanks. My only concern is some possible raspiness paired with the OEM exhaust. I'm waiting for a used Eisenmann Sport to be available. Hard to stomach the prices of aftermarket parts, especially when new, plus I want to get a tune.

When I started looking at exhaust parts there was some major sticker shock, especially coming from a 2000 S4 which I had modded. But, I tell myself ' hey, if that's what makes you happy and it's not interfering with house, family and other expenses, then go for it.'

Modena NYC · 04-12-2013, 04:35 PM

Subscribed to hear how it sounds with stock rear section. Hoping its still mature just with a little extra bite on wot

1MOREMOD · 04-12-2013, 04:39 PM

It does get more raspy but I really liked it. I had a used one I just sold.

mihink · 04-12-2013, 09:29 PM

Where in MD are you getting this done? I have been looking for good place to get the OEM exhaust mod at a reasonable price.

Moxie · 04-13-2013, 10:51 AM

You will like this paired with the E Sport -

Sirius Black · 04-13-2013, 12:00 PM

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Originally Posted by ERinEC

Cool, thanks. My only concern is some possible raspiness paired with the OEM exhaust. I'm waiting for a used Eisenmann Sport to be available. Hard to stomach the prices of aftermarket parts, especially when new, plus I want to get a tune.

When I started looking at exhaust parts there was some major sticker shock, especially coming from a 2000 S4 which I had modded. But, I tell myself ' hey, if that's what makes you happy and it's not interfering with house, family and other expenses, then go for it.'

Have you decided where to get your tune??? I can make a recommendation for a great tuner here in MD. I was amazed at the power my car picked up. Check out my mods, and final RWHP. He has it now installing the AA Stage 2 Gen 2 kit.

ERinEC · 04-13-2013, 02:55 PM

So far I'm pleased with a noticeable increase in power along with a little more agressive exhaust tone without being obnoxious. There's some raspiness as well, but it's not overbearing.

ERinEC · 04-13-2013, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by 1MOREMOD

It does get more raspy but I really liked it. I had a used one I just sold.

What did you switch to?

ERinEC · 04-13-2013, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Sirius Black

Have you decided where to get your tune??? I can make a recommendation for a great tuner here in MD. I was amazed at the power my car picked up. Check out my mods, and final RWHP. He has it now installing the AA Stage 2 Gen 2 kit.

Probably going with Mike Benivo, but I've heard good things about a guy who is Glen Burnie.

Where in MD do you live?

1MOREMOD · 04-13-2013, 03:14 PM

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Originally Posted by ERinEC

What did you switch to?

e46 track build in progress.

Sirius Black · 04-14-2013, 09:26 AM

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Originally Posted by ERinEC

Probably going with Mike Benivo, but I've heard good things about a guy who is Glen Burnie.

Where in MD do you live?

I've heard nothing but good things about them both. I live in Crofton.

Chriskm3 · 04-14-2013, 09:29 AM

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Originally Posted by ERinEC

Thanks for the input, guys.

Someone else at the shop just had a look and said no modification was necessary. I was told the first shop employee is new.

Can't wait to feel the additional power and see how this changes the exhaust sound!

I can't believe u let them work on your car after that comment

04-12-2013, 09:01 AM	#1
ERinEC Private First Class Drives: '11 AW E92 M3 Join Date: May 2012 Location: MD Posts: 109 iTrader: (0)	Challenge Sport X-Pipe Install I just dropped my car off at a muffler shop to have this installed on my 2011 E92 M3. The shop is claiming that the bracket used for the OEM x-pipe is tack welded and must be removed, sanded slightly, and then welded back on to accommodate the Challenge. It was my understanding that the Challenge x-pipe is a direct bolt on to the rear OEM muffler section.
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04-12-2013, 09:10 AM	#3
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img VT3 Drives: E36 M3 Track car,Ess E90 M3 DD Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: The Couch Posts: 5,866 iTrader: (5)	It is a bolt on Xpipe !

04-12-2013, 10:14 AM	#7
ERinEC Private First Class Drives: '11 AW E92 M3 Join Date: May 2012 Location: MD Posts: 109 iTrader: (0)	Thanks for the input, guys. Someone else at the shop just had a look and said no modification was necessary. I was told the first shop employee is new. Can't wait to feel the additional power and see how this changes the exhaust sound!

04-12-2013, 04:35 PM	#11
Modena NYC Private Drives: E90 Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: NYC Posts: 85 iTrader: (0)	Subscribed to hear how it sounds with stock rear section. Hoping its still mature just with a little extra bite on wot

04-12-2013, 04:39 PM	#12
1MOREMOD Major General Drives: at a moderate pace Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: garage Posts: 6,520 iTrader: (3)	It does get more raspy but I really liked it. I had a used one I just sold.

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04-13-2013, 02:55 PM	#16
ERinEC Private First Class Drives: '11 AW E92 M3 Join Date: May 2012 Location: MD Posts: 109 iTrader: (0)	So far I'm pleased with a noticeable increase in power along with a little more agressive exhaust tone without being obnoxious. There's some raspiness as well, but it's not overbearing.

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