MPE length difference

stlb5 · 12-10-2018, 09:22 AM

I've been playing around with some BMS tips on my MPE and once I got them on, my driver's side tip sticks out further. I figured it was because these tips weren't meant for the slightly larger diameter of the MPE and that in the process of bending the internal spring clamps, it just didn't fit the same on the driver's side. I took the tips off and the bare pipe does stick out further on the driver's side. It's probably only 3/4"-1", but OCD rules won't allow this. This would have been masked with the MPE tips since they use a set screw and you can adjust as needed. Has anyone else noticed this? Just wanted to double check before I go cutting a bit off to even them up.

PeterWT · 12-10-2018, 08:33 PM

I don't have the MPE, but I find it hard to believe that they would manufacture it with one outlet longer than the other. My guess is that the difference is due to how the muffler was installed (adjusted) before tightening the clamp to the mid-pipe. And, that it could be resolved by loosening the clamp and adjusting the position of the muffler.
Good to know that you got the BMS tips to fit on the MPE outlet pipes. Now I know if I ever decide to get the MPE, I can use my tips.

Asw71192 · 12-27-2018, 08:04 PM

Have the same exact issue. Let me know if you come up with a solution.

12-10-2018, 09:22 AM	#1
stlb5 Lieutenant 217 Rep 521 Posts Drives: '19 M2C MT, '15 X5 Msport Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: St. Louis iTrader: (0)	MPE length difference I've been playing around with some BMS tips on my MPE and once I got them on, my driver's side tip sticks out further. I figured it was because these tips weren't meant for the slightly larger diameter of the MPE and that in the process of bending the internal spring clamps, it just didn't fit the same on the driver's side. I took the tips off and the bare pipe does stick out further on the driver's side. It's probably only 3/4"-1", but OCD rules won't allow this. This would have been masked with the MPE tips since they use a set screw and you can adjust as needed. Has anyone else noticed this? Just wanted to double check before I go cutting a bit off to even them up. __________________ 2019 M2 Comp, MT, BSM 2015 X5 Msport, CB (Hers) 2014 M235i MT, BSM, MPE, Dinan Springs (Sold)
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12-10-2018, 08:33 PM	#2
PeterWT Lieutenant 253 Rep 558 Posts Drives: '17 M240i, AT, BSM Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Florida, USA iTrader: (0)	I don't have the MPE, but I find it hard to believe that they would manufacture it with one outlet longer than the other. My guess is that the difference is due to how the muffler was installed (adjusted) before tightening the clamp to the mid-pipe. And, that it could be resolved by loosening the clamp and adjusting the position of the muffler. Good to know that you got the BMS tips to fit on the MPE outlet pipes. Now I know if I ever decide to get the MPE, I can use my tips. __________________ My 2017 M240i: MHD, xHP, Modded OE Intake, AA GESi 400 CPSI Cat DP, Dinan Mid-pipe, M Performance LSD & Rear Diffuser, BMS Exhaust Tips, Apex EC-7 Wheels, M-Tech Front Lip, iND Painted Mirror Caps, Smoked Reflectors Last edited by PeterWT; 12-28-2018 at 08:10 AM..
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12-27-2018, 08:04 PM	#3
Asw71192 New Member 3 Rep 26 Posts Drives: 2018 M240xi Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Baltimore iTrader: (0)	Have the same exact issue. Let me know if you come up with a solution.
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