Autobahn Exotics exhaust - the best exhaust yet

Nick@aep · 03-10-2009, 05:06 PM

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Originally Posted by ar design

Just installed an AE system on a 335Xi this weekend - great product fellas!

Thanks!!

mmm def · 03-10-2009, 05:12 PM

Any updates on the HFC's for those who are currently running the AE catless?

therealm3 · 03-13-2009, 12:38 PM

Just ordered mine yesterday. Woo Hoo! can't wait.

gian335 · 03-13-2009, 12:52 PM

+1 nick any updates on the secondary hfc pipes

Nick@aep · 03-14-2009, 11:36 PM

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Originally Posted by gian335

+1 nick any updates on the secondary hfc pipes

As for right now, our only option until we do another run of exhaust would only be to sell just the cats and you'd have to have them welded in by an exhaust shop. As it turns out, the place that does our mandrel bending wont only make a few of those, and I cant justify making 20 catted front sections alone at the moment because theyre not high enough in demand... Let me know if a set of cats would suffice and I can handle that for you.

-Nick

therealm3 · 03-21-2009, 07:43 PM

Guys, I just finished installing my AE exhaust and I must say it looks awesome. Nick and the guys at AE have truly done an outstanding job.

Only one minor issue. I would install the cats about an inch to two further forward (towards the DP) cause the black shield with the 8 torx bolts hits the cats ever so slightly. Over time I am pretty sure vibration would have worn a hole into the cats. So I shimmed the plate an 1/8" with washers and it does not hit anymore.

Some notes for others that DIY in their garage. Make sure you have both male and female Torx sockets before you start. Also a 15mm wobble socket makes one of the bolts on the mid section flange much easier. Other than me trying to figure out how to ease the stock exhaust off the car by myself, the install was a breeze.

can't wait to take the car out and open it up soon.

here is a shot of the car during installation.

Septro · 03-21-2009, 07:45 PM

Nice install pics.. you decided against the quads?

therealm3 · 03-21-2009, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Septro

Nice install pics.. you decided against the quads?

Yeah, It would have been too much more to get an Mtec paint it and get a diffuser. Didn't want to cut up my current bumper either.

mmm def · 03-23-2009, 10:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Nick@AEPerformance

As for right now, our only option until we do another run of exhaust would only be to sell just the cats and you'd have to have them welded in by an exhaust shop. As it turns out, the place that does our mandrel bending wont only make a few of those, and I cant justify making 20 catted front sections alone at the moment because theyre not high enough in demand... Let me know if a set of cats would suffice and I can handle that for you.

-Nick

Ok when you do another run please let us know, I'm sure there are more than enough people here who would purchase the HFC section alone.

Nick@aep · 07-22-2009, 03:26 PM

Current Inventory-

(1) E92 Dual
(1) E93 Dual
(0) E90 Dual
(6) E92 Quad
(6) E93 Quad
(5) E90 Quad

Give us a call!

jpsimon · 07-22-2009, 03:28 PM

I'll take a quad! (i keeed, i wish quads were around when i originally got mine though)

Crazy AWD · 07-22-2009, 03:49 PM

Quad + HFCs for me! (E90)

5soko · 08-12-2009, 01:06 PM

Has anyone removed that MESH type material within the exhaust tips? Does it serve a purpose?

5soko · 08-12-2009, 03:53 PM

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Originally Posted by gofast!

I think that's some kind of resonator. I wouldn't remove it as it would probably adversely affect the sound.

I was thinking that or it served some type of purpose, wanted to make sure. My style of tips has become learned to smooth insides. Only reason i ask and i actually like the smooth look compared to this, but im sure its not as bad in person or once some black burnt gases get on there.

stressdoc · 08-12-2009, 04:13 PM

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Originally Posted by therealm3

Guys, I just finished installing my AE exhaust and I must say it looks awesome. Nick and the guys at AE have truly done an outstanding job.

Only one minor issue. I would install the cats about an inch to two further forward (towards the DP) cause the black shield with the 8 torx bolts hits the cats ever so slightly. Over time I am pretty sure vibration would have worn a hole into the cats. So I shimmed the plate an 1/8" with washers and it does not hit anymore.

Some notes for others that DIY in their garage. Make sure you have both male and female Torx sockets before you start. Also a 15mm wobble socket makes one of the bolts on the mid section flange much easier. Other than me trying to figure out how to ease the stock exhaust off the car by myself, the install was a breeze.

can't wait to take the car out and open it up soon.

here is a shot of the car during installation.

Pics of how you fixed the cat problem would be appreciated.

What type differential do you have?

Asclepius · 08-12-2009, 10:15 PM

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Originally Posted by gofast!

I think that's some kind of resonator. I wouldn't remove it as it would probably adversely affect the sound.

Hmm I wonder if this is tru. I dont really like the tips and was thinkin about puttin in a set of angled tips. Has anyone actually replaced the tips to confirm whether the sound changes?

Nick@aep · 08-13-2009, 06:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Asclepius

Hmm I wonder if this is tru. I dont really like the tips and was thinkin about puttin in a set of angled tips. Has anyone actually replaced the tips to confirm whether the sound changes?

I haven't actually had anyone change the tips out as far as I know but in all honesty, it should not affect the sound much. Give it a shot!

Nick

XPO186 · 08-13-2009, 07:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Asclepius

Hmm I wonder if this is tru. I dont really like the tips and was thinkin about puttin in a set of angled tips. Has anyone actually replaced the tips to confirm whether the sound changes?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nick@AEPerformance

I haven't actually had anyone change the tips out as far as I know but in all honesty, it should not affect the sound much. Give it a shot!

Nick

I'm going to change mine but I haven't decided on what tip to go with yet.

In theory it shouldn't affect the tone too much. If anything it will 'open up' the sound a bit more since you're removing the perforated core tips (resonated). Since they're designed like mufflers they are probably muffling the volume somewhat.

mmm def · 08-13-2009, 07:22 PM

I replaced my tips! Doesn't really change the sound too much..maybe slightly more mellow. Go for it.

XPO186 · 08-13-2009, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by mmm def

I replaced my tips! Doesn't really change the sound too much..maybe slightly more mellow. Go for it.

which tips did you go with... pics?

Nick@aep · 08-18-2009, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by XPO186

which tips did you go with... pics?

x2, pics!

KWY91 · 08-20-2009, 01:34 PM

I wonder whether it'll fit with some Black Chrome Tips I got from Cyba which is currently welded onto the OEM exhausts

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therealm3 Lieutenant Colonel 654 Rep 1,661 Posts Drives: F30 340 MSport Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: CA, USA iTrader: (7)	Guys, I just finished installing my AE exhaust and I must say it looks awesome. Nick and the guys at AE have truly done an outstanding job. Only one minor issue. I would install the cats about an inch to two further forward (towards the DP) cause the black shield with the 8 torx bolts hits the cats ever so slightly. Over time I am pretty sure vibration would have worn a hole into the cats. So I shimmed the plate an 1/8" with washers and it does not hit anymore. Some notes for others that DIY in their garage. Make sure you have both male and female Torx sockets before you start. Also a 15mm wobble socket makes one of the bolts on the mid section flange much easier. Other than me trying to figure out how to ease the stock exhaust off the car by myself, the install was a breeze. can't wait to take the car out and open it up soon. here is a shot of the car during installation. Attached Images
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