Autobahn Exotics exhaust - the best exhaust yet

TN_3 · 03-23-2008, 11:10 PM

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Originally Posted by 2007_E93

Thanks for the info. jpsimon, you mentioned that you should be able to do this with jack stands and a buddy. Is this realistic? I dont have any experience installing exhausts but I can use a wrench. Is this really that easy? Labor will add to purchase price (which is ok). I'm just trying to figure out my costs if I go with AE.

+1

Nick@aep · 03-23-2008, 11:23 PM

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Originally Posted by TN_3

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The installation can be done on jackstands if you have access to them. A lift would obviously make things a little bit easier, but it is fully possible with jack stands. Please make sure you use jackstands though and not only jacks, it can be dangerous.

The most important part is that you have the correct tools to put the system on. Everything is pretty basic with the exception of a Torx bit that you need to remove the support bracket from the rear of the car to give yourself some more room to work with. We will be releasing a full list of tools and sizes for those that want to DIY so that you can be fully prepared for the install. It is, IMO, one of the easiest exhaust installations, but it would help to have a friend present to help remove the stock exhaust because its 1 big heavy piece that can be a bit awkward to handle alone.

If anyone has any other install related questions about it, feel free to post and I'll be glad to help as much as I can.

e90AW335i · 03-23-2008, 11:26 PM

Very good to hear. I plan on installing it myself as well. If need be, I would love to help make a DIY....

Nick@aep · 03-23-2008, 11:28 PM

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Originally Posted by 2007_E93

Thanks cn555ic.

Nick, would the shipping still be free after the introductory price if I dont make it in th first batch?

We'll take care of you, no worries. We'll extend free shipping for a little while after the initial exhaust special has sold out. We want to try to always have some in stock if possible.

ZeroKelvin · 03-24-2008, 08:35 AM

Any sound clips of the exhaust taken while cruising to back up the no drone claim?

Couch · 03-24-2008, 10:57 AM

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Originally Posted by ZeroKelvin

Any sound clips of the exhaust taken while cruising to back up the no drone claim?

Trying to showcase drone in audio/video is pretty difficult to do.

BaLLzZz · 03-24-2008, 07:20 PM

1200 would have been perfect

ducati955 · 03-25-2008, 08:44 AM

will after market dp's or gutting the stock dp's ruin the sound of this exhaust? any clips of that setup?

ZeroKelvin · 03-25-2008, 08:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Couch

Trying to showcase drone in audio/video is pretty difficult to do.

Taking audio/video of cruising down the highway at 2000-3000rpm is difficult?

jpsimon · 03-25-2008, 10:06 AM

He meant it's hard to accurately demonstrate drone in a video.

There will be more video's soon though

including drone demonstration

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Originally Posted by ZeroKelvin

Taking audio/video of cruising down the highway at 2000-3000rpm is difficult?

Couch · 03-25-2008, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by jpsimon

He meant it's hard to accurately demonstrate drone in a video.

There will be more video's soon though

including drone demonstration

Thanks. That's precisely what I meant.

Nick@aep · 03-25-2008, 06:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Couch

Thanks. That's precisely what I meant.

Very true. We should have the exhaust on our 335 in a couple days and hopefully a few local members will stop by to listen and post their review so that you guys can get an unbiased opinion from a fellow member.

Nick

Mr. 5 · 03-25-2008, 06:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Nick@Autobahn

Very true. We should have the exhaust on our 335 in a couple days and hopefully a few local members will stop by to listen and post their review so that you guys can get an unbiased opinion from a fellow member.

Nick

I just noticed that you're in Huntington Beach?
PM me you're address and I'll stop by.
I'm wondering if I'm walking distance.

Nick@aep · 03-25-2008, 06:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr. 5

I just noticed that you're in Huntington Beach?
PM me you're address and I'll stop by.
I'm wondering if I'm walking distance.

PM Replied.

PresaMat · 03-25-2008, 07:17 PM

AE,

The exhaust sounds great so far. I for one am looking for an exhaust with a HFC. I really dont want to have to buy someones exhaust and start cutting... so yall coming out with the HFC one would be great. Could you please post some videos of it? Preferably with a car running DPs (this is the biggest reason I think most people will run the HFC version). Also can you run it through emissions and see what happens?

Mat

Nick@aep · 03-25-2008, 08:31 PM

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Originally Posted by PresaMat

AE,

The exhaust sounds great so far. I for one am looking for an exhaust with a HFC. I really dont want to have to buy someones exhaust and start cutting... so yall coming out with the HFC one would be great. Could you please post some videos of it? Preferably with a car running DPs (this is the biggest reason I think most people will run the HFC version). Also can you run it through emissions and see what happens?

Mat

We certainly will do some testing once we get our downpipes made.

Gen_E92 · 03-25-2008, 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Nick@Autobahn

We certainly will do some testing once we get our downpipes made.

why not just get a set of RR DP first to see if it's actually raspy or not, i mean if it works then no point wasting money in R&D, unless it's superior quality(can't be that much better anyways) for less than the competition(which i doubt is possible)

Nick@aep · 03-25-2008, 09:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Gen_E92

why not just get a set of RR DP first to see if it's actually raspy or not, i mean if it works then no point wasting money in R&D, unless it's superior quality(can't be that much better anyways) for less than the competition(which i doubt is possible)

Same reason why we made our exhaust, we wanted to make something that was both our own, and of superior quality. Plus, then theres a wider selection of downpipes for consumers to choose from, and it seems natural for most to choose our downpipes to go along with our exhaust once they are complete as well. Everything can always be improved at in some way, and thats what we aim to do.

Gen_E92 · 03-26-2008, 12:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Nick@Autobahn

Same reason why we made our exhaust, we wanted to make something that was both our own, and of superior quality. Plus, then theres a wider selection of downpipes for consumers to choose from, and it seems natural for most to choose our downpipes to go along with our exhaust once they are complete as well. Everything can always be improved at in some way, and thats what we aim to do.

sounds good man, cant wait for the release...i'm just too anxious to hear the turbo back set up, hence the suggestion

judec · 03-26-2008, 04:48 AM

now this exhaust is pre-production only, only lord knows when will we see DPs. I'm affraid what we need if we wanna hear the exhaust with DPs is not a miracle but a guinea pig with RR or Titek or UR DPs.

rdsport323 · 03-26-2008, 06:45 AM

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Originally Posted by judec

now this exhaust is pre-production only, only lord knows when will we see DPs. I'm affraid what we need if we wanna hear the exhaust with DPs is not a miracle but a guinea pig with RR or Titek or UR DPs.

Read this post below...

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Originally Posted by Nick@Autobahn

Same reason why we made our exhaust, we wanted to make something that was both our own, and of superior quality. Plus, then theres a wider selection of downpipes for consumers to choose from, and it seems natural for most to choose our downpipes to go along with our exhaust once they are complete as well. Everything can always be improved at in some way, and thats what we aim to do.

Sounds like they don't or won't test their exhaust with other branded downpipes

jpsimon · 03-26-2008, 10:22 AM

Nick meant they aren't going to buy another companies downpipes to put on their own car just to test because they are making their own downpipes.

If there is a person out there with aftermarket downpipes who was interested in this exhaust he isn't going to deny them

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Originally Posted by rdsport323

Read this post below...
Sounds like they don't or won't test their exhaust with other branded downpipes

03-23-2008, 11:26 PM	#311
e90AW335i Major General 149 Rep 6,608 Posts Drives: e90 335i Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: ...... iTrader: (4)	Very good to hear. I plan on installing it myself as well. If need be, I would love to help make a DIY.... __________________ I install all tunes, intakes, o2 simms, and most cosmetic mods. PM me for a quote.
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PresaMat Major 35 Rep 1,169 Posts Drives: 67 GT500,69 Boss 429, 335i Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Houston,TX iTrader: (0) Garage List 1967 Shelby Mustang ... [0.00]	AE, The exhaust sounds great so far. I for one am looking for an exhaust with a HFC. I really dont want to have to buy someones exhaust and start cutting... so yall coming out with the HFC one would be great. Could you please post some videos of it? Preferably with a car running DPs (this is the biggest reason I think most people will run the HFC version). Also can you run it through emissions and see what happens? Mat __________________ -Mat Tuned E92 335, Riss Racing downpipes! And hopefully over 400RWHP!!
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judec born to be turbocharged 24 Rep 1,347 Posts Drives: Not a bimmer yet Join Date: May 2007 Location: Slovakia iTrader: (0)	now this exhaust is pre-production only, only lord knows when will we see DPs. I'm affraid what we need if we wanna hear the exhaust with DPs is not a miracle but a guinea pig with RR or Titek or UR DPs. __________________ Disclaimer: All this message was written with recycled electrons.
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