Which exhaust to buy?

My135 · 03-09-2009, 10:45 AM

After installing the oil cath can and JB3 V1.22 which unleash my mod instinct. Now I want more. My next mod will be either in take or exhaust. I am kind of lean toward exhaust firt. I want something that sound exotic like a Ferrari. Which exhaust should I buy? Thanks in advance for your feedback.

gtaday51 · 03-09-2009, 10:48 AM

Not sure how "Ferrari" a turbo charged straight six can be...

BSM 135i · 03-09-2009, 12:49 PM

one of the best sounding exhausts out right now IMO is cp-e, there's an official exhaust sound thread check it out.

new2the3 · 03-09-2009, 04:49 PM

the bmw performance exhaust will not give you much power but I heard it has an exotic tone to it.

Speed Cat · 03-09-2009, 06:45 PM

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Originally Posted by new2the3

the bmw performance exhaust will not give you much power but I heard it has an exotic tone to it.

6hp is what they say with the BMW, but how much more would another cat back give you..??

Dangerlucas · 03-09-2009, 07:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Speed Cat

6hp is what they say with the BMW, but how much more would another cat back give you..??

Other exhausts that remove the secondary cats should yield some more gains.

FWIW, I'm very happy with the sound of my Riss Racing exhaust and would recommend it to anyone. There are some sound clips on their site you can listen to, but like any other exhaust I don't think those do it any justice. It sounds so much better in person.

F0Bman · 03-09-2009, 08:57 PM

Meisterschaft, Eisenmann, Dixxis, or Tubi.

ennislaw · 03-09-2009, 09:10 PM

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Originally Posted by BSM 135i

one of the best sounding exhausts out right now IMO is cp-e, there's an official exhaust sound thread check it out.

I also would certainly suggest checking out cp-e!

jtsherri · 03-09-2009, 09:36 PM

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Originally Posted by gtaday51

Not sure how "Ferrari" a turbo charged straight six can be...

You'd be surprised at how many exotic tones you can hear in the cp-e cat-back. I won't be blasphemous to F-cars by claiming to sound like them; however, the cp-e exhaust sounds fan-effing-tastic!

twinturbo135i · 03-09-2009, 09:37 PM

here's what my CP-E cat back system sounds like at idle:

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VOLTman · 03-09-2009, 10:01 PM

Do you experience any drone with the CP-E?

Drone ruins everything...

TakeOne · 03-09-2009, 10:40 PM

CP-E nuff said

jtsherri · 03-09-2009, 10:42 PM

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Originally Posted by VOLTman

Do you experience any drone with the CP-E?

Drone ruins everything...

Drone has only been reported in the STEP-equipped cars. I won't begin to claim that I don't have ANY drone (note: my car is a STEP); however, it's minimal and totally tolerable. IF I was sticking with the cat-back system, I wouldn't have any issue with it and would run it as-is indefinitely. I do plan to eventually install downpipes too, though, so I'm going to have resonators welded in. Those should pretty much eliminate any drone that's resident.

gtaday51 · 03-09-2009, 10:42 PM

Is it true that cp-e is doing the exhaust system for Fibre Optix's Quad diffuser? been asking this around latly. Just wondering.

jtsherri · 03-09-2009, 10:46 PM

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Originally Posted by gtaday51

Is it true that cp-e is doing the exhaust system for Fibre Optix's Quad diffuser? been asking this around latly. Just wondering.

The last I read, this was still a plan. Since they don't seem to be able to post here anymore, you may try asking the question on the forum where they're able to...

gtaday51 · 03-09-2009, 10:50 PM

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Originally Posted by jtsherri

The last I read, this was still a plan. Since they don't seem to be able to post here anymore, you may try asking the question on the forum where they're able to...

What forum is that? And were they just banned for being assholes? I'm iffy on the whole history thing.

jtsherri · 03-09-2009, 11:03 PM

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Originally Posted by gtaday51

What forum is that? And were they just banned for being assholes? I'm iffy on the whole history thing.

It's not a matter of being assholes or anything like that - they're all great people to deal with, based on my experience. It's a matter of being a paying vendor... Apparently, if you're not paying, you're not even allowed to comment on your own product (even if others are asking about them).

It is what it is, but if you run a Google search for information on Force Fed Bimmers, you should find what you're looking for.

LemansE82 · 03-09-2009, 11:31 PM

I'm looking for a quiet system..so when i add the dp, it will not go super loud.
Cpe does sound nice, but i need to hear it in person.

jtsherri · 03-09-2009, 11:36 PM

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Originally Posted by xXxMLEExXx

I'm looking for a quiet system..so when i add the dp, it will not go super loud.
Cpe does sound nice, but i need to hear it in person.

Honestly, it sounds identical to the videos you're hearing; however, the loudness is not conveyed through them. Obviously everyone has a different opinion, but speaking relative to what MOST people I know would think, this exhaust is LOUD on a cold start and kind of "medium-plus" beyond that. The best bet to achieve what you're looking for with this exhaust is to go with catted pipes AND resonators.

Just my $.02...

My135 · 03-10-2009, 10:01 AM

I don't think that I am going to install any down pipes soon so loudness doesn't bother me as long as the sound quality is good (no truck exhaust sound here). I've checked out various exhaust sound clips, like RR, CP-E, Corsa, Borla, Berk Tech, Mad Dad, Remeus, HausGT ... etc. I like CP-E, Corsa and HausGT the most since they all have a more hihger pitch (or F1) tone, while others just have a lower pitch tone. Out from all, I am thinking CP-E, Corsa or HausGT and now price will be the decision factor. Any comments?

BMWeber · 03-10-2009, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by xXxMLEExXx

I'm looking for a quiet system..so when i add the dp, it will not go super loud.
Cpe does sound nice, but i need to hear it in person.

if your looking for something that will sound good but not to loud catless you should check out the Maddad Axel back exhaust. it sounds great and not too loud. I got to try one of his prototypes with my catless mid pipes and its pretty awesome. and it one of the best deals especially for the quality. There is a thread in the commercial section.

http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=236719

jtsherri · 03-10-2009, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by My135

I don't think that I am going to install any down pipes soon so loudness doesn't bother me as long as the sound quality is good (no truck exhaust sound here). I've checked out various exhaust sound clips, like RR, CP-E, Corsa, Borla, Berk Tech, Mad Dad, Remeus, HausGT ... etc. I like CP-E, Corsa and HausGT the most since they all have a more hihger pitch (or F1) tone, while others just have a lower pitch tone. Out from all, I am thinking CP-E, Corsa or HausGT and now price will be the decision factor. Any comments?

From what you explained, the cp-e exhaust is exactly what you're looking for. I've seen the other two and they're definitely nice, but I am partial because I went through the same things you are when making my decision... And well, it's what I ended up with.

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My135 Lieutenant Colonel 85 Rep 1,609 Posts Drives: Join Date: Mar 2008 iTrader: (0)	Which exhaust to buy? After installing the oil cath can and JB3 V1.22 which unleash my mod instinct. Now I want more. My next mod will be either in take or exhaust. I am kind of lean toward exhaust firt. I want something that sound exotic like a Ferrari. Which exhaust should I buy? Thanks in advance for your feedback. __________________ 7/08 135 Coupe, Crimson Red, 6 SP, Sport, Taupe Lette/Aluminum. Performance Mods: JB4 on Map 5, BMS DP Fix V3, Injen polished intake, AR Catless DP, Maddad resonated mid-pipes, aFe exhaust polished tips, ST Suspension Coil Over and Hotchkis front sway bar. Others: BMS OCC, BT Scanner, Mud Flap. Next Mods: AA Front Strut Brace.
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twinturbo135i First Lieutenant 34 Rep 368 Posts Drives: Join Date: May 2008 iTrader: (1)	here's what my CP-E cat back system sounds like at idle: [u2b]<object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/G6uOzTyoGE4&hl=en&fs=1"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/G6uOzTyoGE4&hl=en&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>[/u2b] __________________ former 135i owner - ditched it for a new Camaro SS
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VOLTman New Member 1 Rep 29 Posts Drives: 2009 135i Montego Blue Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Woodbury, MN iTrader: (0)	That DOES sound great! Do you experience any drone with the CP-E? Drone ruins everything...
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My135 Lieutenant Colonel 85 Rep 1,609 Posts Drives: Join Date: Mar 2008 iTrader: (0)	I don't think that I am going to install any down pipes soon so loudness doesn't bother me as long as the sound quality is good (no truck exhaust sound here). I've checked out various exhaust sound clips, like RR, CP-E, Corsa, Borla, Berk Tech, Mad Dad, Remeus, HausGT ... etc. I like CP-E, Corsa and HausGT the most since they all have a more hihger pitch (or F1) tone, while others just have a lower pitch tone. Out from all, I am thinking CP-E, Corsa or HausGT and now price will be the decision factor. Any comments? __________________ 7/08 135 Coupe, Crimson Red, 6 SP, Sport, Taupe Lette/Aluminum. Performance Mods: JB4 on Map 5, BMS DP Fix V3, Injen polished intake, AR Catless DP, Maddad resonated mid-pipes, aFe exhaust polished tips, ST Suspension Coil Over and Hotchkis front sway bar. Others: BMS OCC, BT Scanner, Mud Flap. Next Mods: AA Front Strut Brace.
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