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Originally Posted by opihi5
Try it out and let us know  Not sure if anyone has that setup here. |
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Originally Posted by yidgyi
I've had this for about two years. Loud? Yes. Drones? Sort of. It's not bad but sound is subjective. Anthing below 2k Drones depending on gas load. I usually drive in the 2.5k-3k RPM range and it's fine for me. I've actually cut the resonators out of the x-pipe and welded the entire exhaust up because clamps don't work on the x-pipe. I at least couldn't get it to work with various different sizes so I ran with a small exhaust leak for a couple months before I welded it up. Also, the catback curve/elbow near the diff fins for the catback might rest on it. When I had the resonators removed, I added an inch to clear the diff fins. I also wrapped that area in heat wrap because the stock system has heat shields near the diff. AND FOR THE LOVE OF GOD, DO NOT USE THE HEADER-TESTPIPE GASKETS IT COMES WITH! I had a terrible experience chasing false misfires / limp modes because of the gasket it comes with. Just get new ones from BMW.
For the price, and a little fab work I figured it's a no brainer. No complaints on quality. I get tons of compliments on the sound and its great to hear the V8 scream to redline. Why would I spend 4K+ on something that does the same thing? At least that is the way I looked at it.
I'm curious to know why the price fluctuates so much. Bought mine for $975, then saw it jump to $1,200 a few months later. Now its at $699. Cheers to you I guess. I might eventually get Becker's headers if I ever find time to install them. Hope this helped.
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Really appreciate the feedback! A little loud is ok by me, I only drive the car in weekends and with the intent of having fun and making a little noise!
I'll order gaskets at the same time. Definitely appreciate that input. Might take me a few but I'll post pics and sound video once it's done!
Cheers