DPs recommendations

jinkazama0619 · 03-15-2011, 07:36 PM

I want to get downpipes but not sure which to get, so here's the question
:which one do i get if im going with the stock exhaust setup? I dont plan on getting an aftermarket exhaust anytime soon.

Which do you guys recommend?

Bakeme521 · 03-15-2011, 07:41 PM

catless ones, preferably 3 inch ones. And don't get any of that ebay crap. AR Design, Active, Macht schnell....

jinkazama0619 · 03-15-2011, 07:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bakeme521

catless ones, preferably 3 inch ones. And don't get any of that ebay crap. AR Design, Active, Macht schnell....

So go catless since the stock exhaust is already restricted from the resonators?

AR, Active, Macht all good?

Thanks

Bakeme521 · 03-15-2011, 07:49 PM

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Originally Posted by jinkazama0619

So go catless since the stock exhaust is already restricted from the resonators?

AR, Active, Macht all good?

Thanks

If you have an e92 there is not resonator just 2 more cats and mufflers. The stock exhaust with catless DPs has a real nice sound to it. And yes those are all good brands.

ianthegreat · 03-15-2011, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Bakeme521

catless ones, preferably 3 inch ones. And don't get any of that ebay crap. AR Design, Active, Macht schnell....

Are the ebay ones putting up less power? I'm confused.

zeel · 03-15-2011, 08:56 PM

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Originally Posted by ianthegreat

Are the ebay ones putting up less power? I'm confused.

Fitment issues are more prone with the ebay ones from what I've read.

bryce · 03-15-2011, 09:13 PM

the difference in power is pretty negligable between the 2.5" or 3" downpipes. if you're worried about loosing power with ebay pipes, it won't be noticeable.

(this is just my opinion) active autowerke downpipes are no better than the ebay 2.5" pipes, and i'm willing to bet they're made from the same chinese "stainless" steel. the differnce is they are marketed by a company with fanbois. i'll admit the ar, cp-e, and matt schnell downpipes are nice, and made in the usa. but to compare AA dp's to the others is just plain dumb.

Black Gold · 03-15-2011, 09:17 PM

Why do you think that about aa pipes?

bryce · 03-15-2011, 09:18 PM

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Originally Posted by KennyPowers

Why do you think that about aa pipes?

1) they're not made in the us
2) the largest manufacturer of stainless outside of the us is china
3) they have the same cheap, shiny appearence of the ebay pipes
4) AA's intercooler is an overpriced ebay core

.....etc etc etc

Mr. 5 · 03-15-2011, 09:24 PM

Macht Schnell DPs are great.
3" is the way to go.

Clap135 · 03-15-2011, 09:45 PM

Save yourself the cash and buy plm pipes for 275 shipped

antonio335 · 03-15-2011, 09:52 PM

Macht schnell DP coated is very good... I have that Perfect fit

Ryan Mills · 03-15-2011, 10:27 PM

After getting burned by some raceland pipes that didn't fit and leaked, I got some AR design downpipes that were just awesome and fit perfect. I took some comparison pics of the stock to the mistake to the AR pipes. Check them out. They're expensive, but have a flawless fit and finish.
http://s4.photobucket.com/albums/y11...n%20Downpipes/

z4nhy3uz · 03-15-2011, 10:35 PM

I have a VK DP for sale if you interested.

VK downpipes 2.5"- $250 - used about 6 months

awd · 03-15-2011, 10:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ryan Mills

After getting burned by some raceland pipes that didn't fit and leaked, I got some AR design downpipes that were just awesome and fit perfect. I took some comparison pics of the stock to the mistake to the AR pipes. Check them out. They're expensive, but have a flawless fit and finish.
http://s4.photobucket.com/albums/y11...n%20Downpipes/

Wow that says it all....

utfenix335i · 03-15-2011, 10:47 PM

I just bought some riss racing downpipes ... 3''. +30hp, +50tq gains. I'd recommend getting something good. AR Design is good, Riss Racing, CP-E is also good. CP-E is made somewhere near where we are.

ETS Michael · 03-15-2011, 11:32 PM

http://www.extremeturbosystems.com/B...duct_info.html

Thanks!

Michael

Craig@SupremePower · 03-15-2011, 11:56 PM

AR Design catless dp's...

jinkazama0619 · 03-16-2011, 01:32 AM

Thanks for all the suggestions guys, Im leaning towards Macht Schnell or AR.

jinkazama0619 · 03-16-2011, 01:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bakeme521

If you have an e92 there is not resonator just 2 more cats and mufflers. The stock exhaust with catless DPs has a real nice sound to it. And yes those are all good brands.

that makes sense, thanks!

jinkazama0619 · 03-16-2011, 01:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by utfenix335i

I just bought some riss racing downpipes ... 3''. +30hp, +50tq gains. I'd recommend getting something good. AR Design is good, Riss Racing, CP-E is also good. CP-E is made somewhere near where we are.

When you plan on putting yours on?

jinkazama0619 · 03-16-2011, 02:07 AM

Do these dps throw any codes?

03-15-2011, 07:36 PM	#1
jinkazama0619 Ninja 19 Rep 292 Posts Drives: E92 Silver Surfer Join Date: May 2007 Location: MD iTrader: (1)	DPs recommendations I want to get downpipes but not sure which to get, so here's the question :which one do i get if im going with the stock exhaust setup? I dont plan on getting an aftermarket exhaust anytime soon. Which do you guys recommend?
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Bakeme521 Some say... 255 Rep 4,296 Posts Drives: Fresh Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Baton Rouge n NOLA iTrader: (12) Garage List 2007 BMW 335i [8.24]	catless ones, preferably 3 inch ones. And don't get any of that ebay crap. AR Design, Active, Macht schnell.... __________________ I have exhaust and an intake...
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bryce Banned 118 Rep 3,177 Posts Drives: zhp 3-pedal Join Date: May 2010 Location: texas iTrader: (22) Garage List 2005 bmw 330ci zhp [7.34] 2008 bmw 135i- sold [6.00] 2007 bmw 335i- sold [7.14]	the difference in power is pretty negligable between the 2.5" or 3" downpipes. if you're worried about loosing power with ebay pipes, it won't be noticeable. (this is just my opinion) active autowerke downpipes are no better than the ebay 2.5" pipes, and i'm willing to bet they're made from the same chinese "stainless" steel. the differnce is they are marketed by a company with fanbois. i'll admit the ar, cp-e, and matt schnell downpipes are nice, and made in the usa. but to compare AA dp's to the others is just plain dumb.
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antonio335 Private First Class 14 Rep 107 Posts Drives: 335i Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Road iTrader: (1)	Macht schnell DP coated is very good... I have that Perfect fit __________________ JB4, Macht Schnell DP, AA BOV, SCOOPS.STETT STAGE 2 OIL COOLER.
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Ryan Mills Enlisted Member 2 Rep 36 Posts Drives: E90 335i Manual Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Mechanicsville, VA iTrader: (1)	After getting burned by some raceland pipes that didn't fit and leaked, I got some AR design downpipes that were just awesome and fit perfect. I took some comparison pics of the stock to the mistake to the AR pipes. Check them out. They're expensive, but have a flawless fit and finish. http://s4.photobucket.com/albums/y11...n%20Downpipes/
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z4nhy3uz Private 23 Rep 70 Posts Drives: 335I Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Cali iTrader: (0)	I have a VK DP for sale if you interested. VK downpipes 2.5"- $250 - used about 6 months
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utfenix335i Colonel 141 Rep 1,999 Posts Drives: 2007 E92 335i; 2015 X5 50i Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Rockville, MD iTrader: (11) Garage List 2007 BMW 335i [10.00]	I just bought some riss racing downpipes ... 3''. +30hp, +50tq gains. I'd recommend getting something good. AR Design is good, Riss Racing, CP-E is also good. CP-E is made somewhere near where we are.
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jinkazama0619 Ninja 19 Rep 292 Posts Drives: E92 Silver Surfer Join Date: May 2007 Location: MD iTrader: (1)	Thanks for all the suggestions guys, Im leaning towards Macht Schnell or AR.
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jinkazama0619 Ninja 19 Rep 292 Posts Drives: E92 Silver Surfer Join Date: May 2007 Location: MD iTrader: (1)	Do these dps throw any codes?
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