exhaust/DP recs?

1moreyear35i · 09-30-2011, 11:12 PM

okay so my birthday is coming up so i decided that i should have a "birthday mod"... Im currently running a JB+ and was thinking about upgrading to the Cobb AP but I'm pretty satisfied with the power right now so i decided to put the cobb off until next summer. Im leaning towards an exhaust OR downpipes... Which would give me more of volume increase. I want people to hear me coming

not that I'm an attention whore, just want the car to sound as fast as it is. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated, either for DPs or exhausts. I have about a 1000 dollars to spend

RnmEvo9 · 09-30-2011, 11:46 PM

Downpipes would provide more performance output than a catback, but a catback will provide more sound. I was in the same situation and I went with downpipes mated to stock exhaust. Its a little bit louder exhaust wise, but the increased throttle response and improved midrange torque is outstanding IMO.

Turbolader · 10-01-2011, 12:16 AM

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Originally Posted by 1moreyear35i

okay so my birthday is coming up so i decided that i should have a "birthday mod"... Im currently running a JB+ and was thinking about upgrading to the Cobb AP but I'm pretty satisfied with the power right now so i decided to put the cobb off until next summer. Im leaning towards an exhaust OR downpipes... Which would give me more of volume increase. I want people to hear me coming

not that I'm an attention whore, just want the car to sound as fast as it is. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated, either for DPs or exhausts. I have about a 1000 dollars to spend

Honestly?

- Golf Tee Mod $0
- COBB $800
- Gas $200

That's how I would play it out. For me, the gold tee mod made it quite a bit louder.

If that isn't loud enough, then I'd try to find a resonator delete section of the BMW Performance Exhaust kit ($200), and then get a muffler delete axleback. ($300-600) That would be probably as loud as you want it. Playing with mids or downpipes would, IMO, put you in the "hey look at me" category

BahamaBart · 10-01-2011, 08:17 AM

Muffler delete axle back is what you are seeking. I started with the JB+ and Berk axle back and loved it. Real sound when you are on it. I have since gone farther mod wise but my original set-up sounded the best.

Other mod considerations -

P3cars boost gauge. Nice in cabin entertainment. Pricey but exceptional quality and when your done with the car put the old vent back in and you'll get back most of your $$.

Kerscher splitter. Nice subtle exterior piece. Very nice piece for the $$.

ken1137 · 10-01-2011, 10:49 AM

I would recommend going with Dp's & FMIC if you are determined to purchase the Cobb AP next summer. You will then be able to take advantage of Stage 2 with the Cobb AP.

rader1 · 10-01-2011, 11:49 AM

Golf tee mod($0) + PLM DPs($300) and cobb AP($800.) you'll be about $100 over budget but you'll be glad you did. You'll wonder how you ever had any fun with just the jb+ lol

John Dempsey · 10-01-2011, 08:55 PM

I would get the berk race exhaust if you want a loud and exotic sound. Thats what I have and I love it

cooler2442 · 10-01-2011, 08:56 PM

+1 on Berk.

RaihaX · 10-01-2011, 08:59 PM

I have taken a fancy on the rogue engineering exhaust - not too loud under normal driving but sounds mean when WOT

SV Concepts II · 10-02-2011, 08:45 PM

I would also recommend the Berk Technology full exhaust, it's a solid system.

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1moreyear35i Cameron 7 Rep 47 Posts Drives: BMW 135i 6MT Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Houston,TX iTrader: (0)	exhaust/DP recs? okay so my birthday is coming up so i decided that i should have a "birthday mod"... Im currently running a JB+ and was thinking about upgrading to the Cobb AP but I'm pretty satisfied with the power right now so i decided to put the cobb off until next summer. Im leaning towards an exhaust OR downpipes... Which would give me more of volume increase. I want people to hear me coming not that I'm an attention whore, just want the car to sound as fast as it is. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated, either for DPs or exhausts. I have about a 1000 dollars to spend
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RnmEvo9 Banned 247 Rep 1,827 Posts Drives: 2007 335i Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Pembroke Pines, FL iTrader: (2)	Downpipes would provide more performance output than a catback, but a catback will provide more sound. I was in the same situation and I went with downpipes mated to stock exhaust. Its a little bit louder exhaust wise, but the increased throttle response and improved midrange torque is outstanding IMO.
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BahamaBart Lieutenant 30 Rep 586 Posts Drives: 2009 135i Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: in front of you iTrader: (0)	Muffler delete axle back is what you are seeking. I started with the JB+ and Berk axle back and loved it. Real sound when you are on it. I have since gone farther mod wise but my original set-up sounded the best. Other mod considerations - P3cars boost gauge. Nice in cabin entertainment. Pricey but exceptional quality and when your done with the car put the old vent back in and you'll get back most of your $$. Kerscher splitter. Nice subtle exterior piece. Very nice piece for the $$. __________________ 2009 135i Black on Black Options\|Leather\| Sport Package\| Premium Stereo\| Steering Assist \| V1 Engine MODS\| JB4 install \| AR DPs \| Berk Axleback \| ITG Filter \| BHS OCC \| Exterior Bling\| Kerscher splitter \| Interior Bling \| Bimmian pedals \| 3P Cars gauage \|
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ken1137 Brigadier General 89 Rep 3,732 Posts Drives: BMW S1000XR Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Gilbert, AZ iTrader: (7) Garage List 2009 e90 335i [6.40]	I would recommend going with Dp's & FMIC if you are determined to purchase the Cobb AP next summer. You will then be able to take advantage of Stage 2 with the Cobb AP. __________________ BMWCCA member Last edited by ken1137; 10-01-2011 at 01:55 PM..
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rader1 Banned 68 Rep 2,197 Posts Drives: Cobb Stage 2+ 135i Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Roanoke, VA iTrader: (0)	Golf tee mod($0) + PLM DPs($300) and cobb AP($800.) you'll be about $100 over budget but you'll be glad you did. You'll wonder how you ever had any fun with just the jb+ lol
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John Dempsey Banned 31 Rep 588 Posts Drives: White 135i M-Sport Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Encinitas iTrader: (0)	I would get the berk race exhaust if you want a loud and exotic sound. Thats what I have and I love it
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cooler2442 Brigadier General 477 Rep 4,154 Posts Drives: 1/18 Monte Carlo Blue E92 M3 Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (6) Garage List 2016 Porsche GT4 [0.00]	+1 on Berk.
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RaihaX Major General 156 Rep 4,995 Posts Drives: 08' 135i Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Australia, Perth iTrader: (2)	I have taken a fancy on the rogue engineering exhaust - not too loud under normal driving but sounds mean when WOT
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SV Concepts II 269 Rep 6,093 Posts Drives: E90 M3 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: 1460 White Oaks Rd. Suite F Campbell, CA 95008 iTrader: (7)	I would also recommend the Berk Technology full exhaust, it's a solid system.
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