ER Catted Downpipe (my review)

AlexGT · 06-15-2015, 06:59 PM

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Originally Posted by shane060

AlexGT just wondering if you have encountered a CEL or anything yet as I'm looking to make the move to catted dp as well!

So far so good man, no CEL nor any other problems at all

cbbplanet · 06-15-2015, 07:05 PM

ER downpipe was one of the best investment I've made. It sounds great and yes, back fires are normal.
I got the catless since I'm going straight pipe. A lot of people is concern with the smell and unless I'm reversing into a parking spot, I don't smell it at all. Also, many might get it just for the sound, but I do feel like there's a little bit power gain. Car feels like it pulls better.

If anyone is interested in getting a ER downpipe, PM me. I got an extra brand new one that I can sell to you for a discount.

AlexGT · 06-16-2015, 07:51 AM

I honestly do not recommend to go with catless, that WILL throw CEL errors and I've been told that even that you can clean them with JB4, they appear later (months).

F80_M · 06-16-2015, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by AlexGT

I honestly do not recommend to go with catless, that WILL throw CEL errors and I've been told that even that you can clean them with JB4, they appear later (months).

I've had my car less downpipe by ER along with jb4 for about 6 months now. I've had no issues with CEL

cbbplanet · 06-16-2015, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by AlexGT

I honestly do not recommend to go with catless, that WILL throw CEL errors and I've been told that even that you can clean them with JB4, they appear later (months).

I actually don't even have JB4. CEL is just on my dash but doesn't bother my daily driving. But I will be looking into JB4 in the future for the performance gains.

My buddy had JB4 + Catless DP for a year now with no issues or CEL reappearing.

BLK235iNJ · 08-04-2015, 10:26 PM

Garden state plaza!!!

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Keeping in mind that I have never owned a car with an exhaust of this magnitude my opinion might be a little biased in terms of what I would consider "drone". In actuality, if you are just cruising along regularly (for me that is ECO Pro mode) the exhaust is completely bearable. In the moments where I would have to get up to speed a little quicker in either comfort or eco mode, the exhaust does resonate in the cabin quite a bit between 1500 and 2500 RPMs. It is definitely something I don't mind and quite enjoy listening to, so it's more of a plus for me. Just like everything else it comes down to personal preference. I have attached a clip of me driving through a parking garage. Forgive that fact that it was pretty crowded, but I couldn't resist since I had the DP installed about an hour or two previously and I could not bring myself to wait for it to empty out. The clip still doesn't do it justice and mind you the windows are open only about 1/4 of the way! Great alternate to the $2000+ exhaust out there that wont get you nearly as much gain with the sounds. $810 installed for the M performance exhaust + $670 installed for the ER catless dp = $1480 for a great sounding exhaust and gains

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shane060 · 08-13-2015, 08:09 PM

AlexGT How is the DP working out for you still?? jw if you have had any issues with CEL etc?

AlexGT · 08-13-2015, 09:27 PM

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Originally Posted by shane060

AlexGT How is the DP working out for you still?? jw if you have had any issues with CEL etc?

Hey shane, so far so good man, not a single problem, nor CEL

coolicarboy · 08-13-2015, 11:40 PM

That video.... Was absolutely awesome. I may be purchasing a 235i within 3-4 weeks and wow. That video makes me want it so bad, haha.

shane060 · 08-14-2015, 09:56 AM

Much appreciation AlexGT How many miles do you have on the car\ DP just wondering? I am debating between ordering a stage 1 tune or downpipe and am having the hardest time deciding!

AlexGT · 08-19-2015, 03:33 PM

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Originally Posted by shane060

Much appreciation AlexGT How many miles do you have on the car\ DP just wondering? I am debating between ordering a stage 1 tune or downpipe and am having the hardest time deciding!

I've been driving the car with the DP 2,000 kms aprox, shane.

mike@x-ph.com · 08-31-2015, 11:52 AM

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Originally Posted by AlexGT

I've been driving the car with the DP 2,000 kms aprox, shane.

taranfx · 03-15-2018, 03:56 AM

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Originally Posted by AlexGT

No Rob, no fuel smell, at least not yet

why do I've smell of rotten eggs and you dont.

taranfx · 03-15-2018, 03:58 AM

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Originally Posted by AlexGT

Hi quenotte , not at all man, I've been using the car for more than 700 kms and no CEL errors nor strange noises or behaviors.

How is the exhaust note after going from catless to high flow catted? I'm looking to go that route after having smell issues. Is exhaust still raspy and nice (loud) during heavy throttle?

AlexGT · 03-15-2018, 07:32 AM

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Originally Posted by taranfx

How is the exhaust note after going from catless to high flow catted? I'm looking to go that route after having smell issues. Is exhaust still raspy and nice (loud) during heavy throttle?

I've never gone from catless to high catted. I went from OEM to high flow catted.

AlexGT · 03-15-2018, 07:33 AM

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Originally Posted by taranfx

why do I've smell of rotten eggs and you dont.

Why? That is something I'm not able to tell you. I don't know your car or the condition you have it. Cheers

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cbbplanet First Lieutenant 28 Rep 319 Posts Drives: space shuttle Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Taipei iTrader: (5)	ER downpipe was one of the best investment I've made. It sounds great and yes, back fires are normal. I got the catless since I'm going straight pipe. A lot of people is concern with the smell and unless I'm reversing into a parking spot, I don't smell it at all. Also, many might get it just for the sound, but I do feel like there's a little bit power gain. Car feels like it pulls better. If anyone is interested in getting a ER downpipe, PM me. I got an extra brand new one that I can sell to you for a discount.
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AlexGT Captain 419 Rep 809 Posts Drives: G05 X5 MSport Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Guatemala iTrader: (0)	I honestly do not recommend to go with catless, that WILL throw CEL errors and I've been told that even that you can clean them with JB4, they appear later (months).
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shane060 Second Lieutenant 89 Rep 229 Posts Drives: 2015 M235 6spd 2011 M3 DCT Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: SA TX iTrader: (1) Garage List 2011 M3 [0.00]	AlexGT How is the DP working out for you still?? jw if you have had any issues with CEL etc?
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coolicarboy Private 5 Rep 53 Posts Drives: 2009 E92 328i Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Miami, FL iTrader: (0)	That video.... Was absolutely awesome. I may be purchasing a 235i within 3-4 weeks and wow. That video makes me want it so bad, haha. __________________ 2013 Volkswagen GLI (current) Alpine white 2009 E92 328i (Gone)
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shane060 Second Lieutenant 89 Rep 229 Posts Drives: 2015 M235 6spd 2011 M3 DCT Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: SA TX iTrader: (1) Garage List 2011 M3 [0.00]	Much appreciation AlexGT How many miles do you have on the car\ DP just wondering? I am debating between ordering a stage 1 tune or downpipe and am having the hardest time deciding!
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