Super Sprint muffler vs tuned resignator vs stock muffler

[mack128i]

Short and sweet here...

Currently running OEM muffler on 2013 128i...

Looking to either replace the OEM with a Super Sprint muffler and run the OEM resonator and cats.

-OR-

Run a section 2 tuned resonator with the OEM muffler...

What I am looking for is simply a nice soundingj, low toned, burble..and want to do this mod now since I can do this without having to retune...currently running stage 1...

Thanks in advance for the feedback...

[asbrr]

Originally Posted by mack128i

Short and sweet here...

Currently running OEM muffler on 2013 128i...

Looking to either replace the OEM with a Super Sprint muffler and run the OEM resonator and cats.

-OR-

Run a section 2 tuned resonator with the OEM muffler...

What I am looking for is simply a nice soundingj, low toned, burble..and want to do this mod now since I can do this without having to retune...currently running stage 1...

Thanks in advance for the feedback...

Personally, I'd start with the muffler (although more expensive), and work backwards from there till you get the sound you want. Supersprint usually does a great job with ensuring no resonances/drone, their muffler would be designed to work with stock components everywhere else.

Just my opinion, but it seems the more logical way to changing out parts in the exhaust ie muffler -> resonator -> header. Most people don't do it this way because the muffler alone is pretty costly, and you can get more "sound" perhaps from yanking the resonators but I would guess there is more chance for droning/resonance when doing it like that.

[mack128i]

Originally Posted by asbrr

Personally, I'd start with the muffler (although more expensive), and work backwards from there till you get the sound you want. Supersprint usually does a great job with ensuring no resonances/drone, their muffler would be designed to work with stock components everywhere else.

Just my opinion, but it seems the more logical way to changing out parts in the exhaust ie muffler -> resonator -> header. Most people don't do it this way because the muffler alone is pretty costly, and you can get more "sound" perhaps from yanking the resonators but I would guess there is more chance for droning/resonance when doing it like that.

That's exactly what I needed to hear; any idea on what I could expect with muffler only swap?

[asbrr]

Originally Posted by mack128i

That's exactly what I needed to hear; any idea on what I could expect with muffler only swap?

Really depends on the muffler - the BMW performance exhaust for the 128i is just a muffler, and produces some nice aggressive results. Swapping in a 135i muffler is the other end of the scale, very subtle, adding some volume/deeper sound below 2700 rpm and that's it.

Supersprint in my experience is a quality product (albeit expensive), and their "street" systems are usually a bit conservative but provide a nice deep tone. But it does depend on the application. Best way is to do research and try and find videos of the exact muffler you're looking for. Most manufacturers do have videos of their own as reference....

[Blacksport]

Magnaflow cat-back exhaust...looks & sounds fantastic...I'm running AA headers & only the lower cats, so it should sound softer with stock exhaust manifold...

[mack128i]

Originally Posted by Blacksport

Magnaflow cat-back exhaust...looks & sounds fantastic...I'm running AA headers & only the lower cats, so it should sound softer with stock exhaust manifold...

I've seen some feedback on here with guys running Magnaflow, may check into that also. How satisfied are you with the way it sounds?

I know a lot love the Super Sprint.

[Venuswolfninja]

I’ve been running the Super Sprint muffler and non-res section 2 for a few years. Absolutely love it. I’m in the fourty+ age range and don’t like loud or annoying sounding things. This set up is perfect in my opinion. Plus, if you wait till Cyber Monday, they go on sale for 50% off 😉

[mack128i]

Originally Posted by Venuswolfninja

I’ve been running the Super Sprint muffler and non-res section 2 for a few years. Absolutely love it. I’m in the fourty+ age range and don’t like loud or annoying sounding things. This set up is perfect in my opinion. Plus, if you wait till Cyber Monday, they go on sale for 50% off

I'm in the same age range, and one reason I'm really tryna think this thing through. 50%!!!???

[Venuswolfninja]

It’s a very subtle set up. Aggressive, but not loud, intrusive or annoying. Zero drone. There is a bit of run off without the resonator in the section 2, but I like that. ECS and Turner do the Monday deal, at least they have for the last couple years.

[Venuswolfninja]

Boo! I was wrong, sorry about that. Thought I had gotten a better deal than I did. Probably what I told my wife I got the parts for 😇 I did buy them for the 25% discount, just checked my order history. I’ve been waiting on the headers to go on super sale... Still totally worth it and highly recommend.

[mack128i]

Originally Posted by Venuswolfninja

Boo! I was wrong, sorry about that. Thought I had gotten a better deal than I did. Probably what I told my wife I got the parts for I did buy them for the 25% discount, just checked my order history. I’ve been waiting on the headers to go on super sale... Still totally worth it and highly recommend.

Yeah same as Black Friday, 25%, oh well. Opted for the AFe cold air intake this go around. I def get what you mean about what the wife gets told, LOL.

I did warn her that the muffler is next, prolly this time next year.

Thanks for all the deets, very helpful.

[Venuswolfninja]

Anytime; merry car parts day!
You’ll enjoy the AFE. Just a warning, it is a bit obnoxious puttering around at times. Sounds fantastic when you’re driving like you mean it. There’s a good amount of pick up in the midrange. If you live at altitude, you’ll really enjoy it. Couple notes on install. I had to change hardware for the mount install by the fender. The maf gasket didn’t work for mine, so I had to cut a new one. Also, installing the rubber throttle body adapter to the intake is easiest done opposite the instructions.

[mack128i]

Originally Posted by Venuswolfninja

Anytime; merry car parts day!
You’ll enjoy the AFE. Just a warning, it is a bit obnoxious puttering around at times. Sounds fantastic when you’re driving like you mean it. There’s a good amount of pick up in the midrange. If you live at altitude, you’ll really enjoy it. Couple notes on install. I had to change hardware for the mount install by the fender. The maf gasket didn’t work for mine, so I had to cut a new one. Also, installing the rubber throttle body adapter to the intake is easiest done opposite the instructions.

Will I get to keep my silicone intake hose???

[mack128i]

Originally Posted by Venuswolfninja

Anytime; merry car parts day!
You’ll enjoy the AFE. Just a warning, it is a bit obnoxious puttering around at times. Sounds fantastic when you’re driving like you mean it. There’s a good amount of pick up in the midrange. If you live at altitude, you’ll really enjoy it. Couple notes on install. I had to change hardware for the mount install by the fender. The maf gasket didn’t work for mine, so I had to cut a new one. Also, installing the rubber throttle body adapter to the intake is easiest done opposite the instructions.

What did you use as the new hardware? Also, I have the silicone intake hose, will I get to keep that?