Which full catless exhaust set-up sounds better?

replicat · 07-01-2009, 04:58 PM

I Havent heard AAs exhaust in person so I cant comment on it but I have heard Gintanis exhaust in person. I've been in Niteriders car several times and I have also driven his car. I must say his is one of the best sounding M3s I have heard, period. It doesnt compare to any car, it has its own distinct sound. It also adds very good power when compared to a stock M3. Good luck with your choice.

Nawaaz · 07-01-2009, 05:11 PM

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Originally Posted by replicat

I Havent heard AAs exhaust in person so I cant comment on it but I have heard Gintanis exhaust in person. I've been in Niteriders car several times and I have also driven his car. I must say his is one of the best sounding M3s I have heard, period. It doesnt compare to any car, it has its own distinct sound. It also adds very good power when compared to a stock M3. Good luck with your choice.

I'm not biased towards the Gintani (at least not yet

), but when I research and read about the sound of the full Gintani, people always seem to praise the sound like it's a "must hear sound".

At first, I was all over the AA......But the decision has been starting to tip over to the Gintani.

I'll give my final decision some more time, just so I don't make a mistake. Thanks for your advice!

QTRM3 · 07-01-2009, 05:36 PM

I know it is not listed in your poll , I have Remus race with catless AA X-Pipe and connecting pipes which is working great for me.

The video is not good but it least it give you an idea. I am free tomorrow after 3 pm if you wont to meet and lesson to it in person let me know.

MrHarris · 07-01-2009, 07:32 PM

Gintani's full catless setup sounds the best out of any full exhaust setup I've heard. Now for daily driving, the AA would be a better setup, but for pure sound the Gintani takes the cake IMO.

Nawaaz · 07-01-2009, 10:06 PM

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Originally Posted by QTRM3

I know it is not listed in your poll , I have Remus race with catless AA X-Pipe and connecting pipes which is working great for me.

The video is not good but it least it give you an idea. I am free tomorrow after 3 pm if you wont to meet and lesson to it in person let me know.

Awesome vid QTRM3!

Thanks for the valuable offer. I don't think I'll go for the Remus since it's not a full system. I know that it'll connect to the AA x-pipe, but I'm very picky and prefer the full system to be from one company. I won't meet up, but if I ever do decide, I'll PM you right away my friend.

Thanks so much for your kindness. It means very much.

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Originally Posted by MrHarris

Gintani's full catless setup sounds the best out of any full exhaust setup I've heard. Now for daily driving, the AA would be a better setup, but for pure sound the Gintani takes the cake IMO.

My goal is pure and simple. I'm looking for the best, raw sound out of the two. If the Gintani has it, that may be exactly what I'm looking for. Thanks buddy!

pappi · 07-02-2009, 03:22 AM

since this is an exhaust topic so i thought i'd ask...
if a person doesnt want to go for a full exhaust systmems which include the cat deletes becasue they still want to pass emisions and inspections, what is the next BEST option?
would that be an xpipe and axleback exhaust?

J08M3 · 07-02-2009, 06:56 AM

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Originally Posted by pappi

since this is an exhaust topic so i thought i'd ask...
if a person doesnt want to go for a full exhaust systmems which include the cat deletes becasue they still want to pass emisions and inspections, what is the next BEST option?
would that be an xpipe and axleback exhaust?

Check out the Fabspeed X-pipe with High Flow Cats.

Nawaaz · 07-02-2009, 08:06 AM

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Originally Posted by J08M3

Check out the Fabspeed X-pipe with High Flow Cats.

+1

Or any other x-pipe that includes high flow cats.

Nawaaz · 07-02-2009, 09:45 AM

18 votes for AA

17 votes for Gintani

IT'S ALMOST A TIE BALL GAME!!!

DevJ · 07-02-2009, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Nawaaz

18 votes for AA

17 votes for Gintani

IT'S ALMOST A TIE BALL GAME!!!

Haha! You've already made your mind up though..

M3 Montreal · 07-02-2009, 10:17 AM

I can tell you ONE major thing about the AA that I have heard from 3 different tuners here in Canada... (for those that care for more than just sound) There's a reason why not all SS exhausts cost the same.

The BUILD quality , fit and clamps are the best they have seen. This coming from 2 dedicated BMW tuning places (and they have put on many other companies exhausts) and one other aftermarket tuner.

To the poster above... My drone range is 1500 to about 2k with 6mt which is not bad because its so low down.

Nawaaz · 07-02-2009, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by DevJ

Haha! You've already made your mind up though..

But you know how I am Dev.....I change my mind in a flash!

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Originally Posted by M3 Montreal

I can tell you ONE major thing about the AA that I have heard from 3 different tuners here in Canada... (for those that care for more than just sound) There's a reason why not all SS exhausts cost the same.

The BUILD quality , fit and clamps are the best they have seen. This coming from 2 dedicated BMW tuning places (and they have put on many other companies exhausts) and one other aftermarket tuner.

To the poster above... My drone range is 1500 to about 2k with 6mt which is not bad because its so low down.

Yeah, I saw your fantastic pics of the E90 M3 with the full AA system. It looks brilliant!

Btw, I'm very big on quality, especially when it comes to my M3. I haven't seen enough upclose pics of the Gintani, but from what I've seen, it looks way more simpler than the AA. And in a way, the AA design looks somewhat complicated...

blue335 · 07-02-2009, 05:14 PM

I dont have an M3 but my buddy has an M3 with the Gintani full system and it sounds really good. I was very impressed with the welds and craftsmanship of the exhaust.

Nawaaz · 07-02-2009, 08:41 PM

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Originally Posted by blue335

I dont have an M3 but my buddy has an M3 with the Gintani full system and it sounds really good. I was very impressed with the welds and craftsmanship of the exhaust.

Thanks man! This decision is tougher than ever!! There seems to be no hands-down winner out of the two exhausts.....

So far I'm hearing very much about the Gintani sounding very aggressive and mean. Anyone want to describe the sound of the AA compared to it? I mean, is the AA louder, more higher pitched, more exotic sounding? Which exhaust note would impress the "car crowd" more than the other?

Nawaaz · 07-02-2009, 10:51 PM

What!!!! It's a TIE for the first time in this thread! 20 against 20!

Let's see if the Gintani will take the lead for the first time since its been the "underdog" all along.

powertrip · 07-03-2009, 12:01 AM

Should have my Gintani installed next Saturday...I'll be casting my vote after that

. I'll tell you this though, the guys at Gintani are class-acts...very stand-up

.

Cab5er · 07-03-2009, 12:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Nawaaz

But you know how I am Dev.....I change my mind in a flash!

Yeah, I saw your fantastic pics of the E90 M3 with the full AA system. It looks brilliant!

Btw, I'm very big on quality, especially when it comes to my M3. I haven't seen enough upclose pics of the Gintani, but from what I've seen, it looks way more simpler than the AA. And in a way, the AA design looks somewhat complicated...

it's complicated because of the ncc, which is a major plus IMO. Drone sucks

Nawaaz · 07-03-2009, 08:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Cab5er

it's complicated because of the ncc, which is a major plus IMO. Drone sucks

Yeah, and I'm also pretty sure the AA weighs more than the Gintani also.

I think that Gintani's focus when making its exhaust was to get the absolute most power and best sound. And I think AA's focus was to get a great sound without causing serious drone, and still make pretty good power.

But that's just what I think...

niterider · 07-03-2009, 01:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Nawaaz

Yeah, and I'm also pretty sure the AA weighs more than the Gintani also.

I think that Gintani's focus when making its exhaust was to get the absolute most power and best sound. And I think AA's focus was to get a great sound without causing serious drone, and still make pretty good power.

But that's just what I think...

Yup, Gintanis serious when it comes to power they aint just playing with it

Thats y I became a fan.

Nawaaz · 07-03-2009, 04:05 PM

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Originally Posted by niterider

Yup, Gintanis serious when it comes to power they aint just playing with it

Thats y I became a fan.

And Gintani has just taken the lead for the first time in this thread.

AA=20

Gintani=21

Jonmartin · 07-03-2009, 10:46 PM

Woohoo... If this was a race it would be a crazy pull start from the rear and pull to the front hahaha.

Nawaaz · 07-03-2009, 10:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Jonmartin

Woohoo... If this was a race it would be a crazy pull start from the rear and pull to the front hahaha.

hahahehe...You got that right man!

View Poll Results: Which full catless exhaust set-up sounds better?
AA's full catless exhaust system	44	50.57%
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07-01-2009, 04:58 PM	#45
replicat Lieutenant 23 Rep 515 Posts Drives: 40MPG Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Southern California iTrader: (0)	I Havent heard AAs exhaust in person so I cant comment on it but I have heard Gintanis exhaust in person. I've been in Niteriders car several times and I have also driven his car. I must say his is one of the best sounding M3s I have heard, period. It doesnt compare to any car, it has its own distinct sound. It also adds very good power when compared to a stock M3. Good luck with your choice.
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07-01-2009, 05:36 PM	#47
QTRM3 Second Lieutenant 10 Rep 209 Posts Drives: E92 M3 2008 6MT Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Dallas, Texas iTrader: (1)	I know it is not listed in your poll , I have Remus race with catless AA X-Pipe and connecting pipes which is working great for me. The video is not good but it least it give you an idea. I am free tomorrow after 3 pm if you wont to meet and lesson to it in person let me know. __________________ Remus Race Exhaust, AA X-Pipe Castles, AA SSK, AA ECU Tune, Evo Sport Pulleys, AFE Filter & Air Scope, HRE P40 20, H&R Springs ...
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07-02-2009, 03:22 AM	#50
pappi Enlisted Member 1 Rep 44 Posts Drives: lexus rx300 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: canada iTrader: (0)	since this is an exhaust topic so i thought i'd ask... if a person doesnt want to go for a full exhaust systmems which include the cat deletes becasue they still want to pass emisions and inspections, what is the next BEST option? would that be an xpipe and axleback exhaust?
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07-02-2009, 09:45 AM	#53
Nawaaz Brigadier General 221 Rep 4,643 Posts Drives: . Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: . iTrader: (0)	18 votes for AA 17 votes for Gintani IT'S ALMOST A TIE BALL GAME!!!
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07-02-2009, 10:17 AM	#55
M3 Montreal Colonel 68 Rep 2,194 Posts Drives: 2012 M3 SG ,DCT & 2011 S4 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Montreal , Canada iTrader: (0)	I can tell you ONE major thing about the AA that I have heard from 3 different tuners here in Canada... (for those that care for more than just sound) There's a reason why not all SS exhausts cost the same. The BUILD quality , fit and clamps are the best they have seen. This coming from 2 dedicated BMW tuning places (and they have put on many other companies exhausts) and one other aftermarket tuner. To the poster above... My drone range is 1500 to about 2k with 6mt which is not bad because its so low down. __________________ 2012 E92-M3 Space Grey on Fox Red, DCT 2011 B8 S4 S-Tronic , Black on magma red
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blue335 Enlisted Member 3 Rep 47 Posts Drives: Black 135 JB3 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: GLENDALE, CA iTrader: (0)	I dont have an M3 but my buddy has an M3 with the Gintani full system and it sounds really good. I was very impressed with the welds and craftsmanship of the exhaust.
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Nawaaz Brigadier General 221 Rep 4,643 Posts Drives: . Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: . iTrader: (0)	What!!!! It's a TIE for the first time in this thread! 20 against 20! Let's see if the Gintani will take the lead for the first time since its been the "underdog" all along.
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07-03-2009, 12:01 AM	#60
powertrip Scared money don't make money. 67 Rep 1,448 Posts Drives: 2009 E92 M3 DCT Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Irvine, CA iTrader: (3) Garage List 2009 E92 M3 [0.00]	Should have my Gintani installed next Saturday...I'll be casting my vote after that . I'll tell you this though, the guys at Gintani are class-acts...very stand-up . __________________ 2009 E92 M3/DCT/Alpine White/Fox Red/Carbon Leather OE Tuned 402 whp & 303 wtq/Gintani X-pipe/MXP Axle Back/Rogue Pulley/AFE Stage 2/Cosmetics By IND & EAS HUGE THANKS: Gintani, OE Tuning, and EAS
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Jonmartin Banned 123 Rep 2,097 Posts Drives: E90 M3 Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Los Angles (818) iTrader: (1)	Woohoo... If this was a race it would be a crazy pull start from the rear and pull to the front hahaha.
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