04-04-2020, 12:28 PM | #1 |
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228i Exhaust Options
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Found some older threads on this but wanted to resurface, I have a 228i (stock other then BM3 Stage 1, don't plan on stage 2) and would like a bit more noise. I have an N26 so believe I have 2 cats. Is the muffler delete still what people recommend for easiest increase? Or that and removing a cat? I normally drive city with 25% highways. Also saw the Active Auto cat-back. Just wondering if there are similar options below $600. Thanks! |
04-04-2020, 12:46 PM | #2 |
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My favorite is the Active Autowerke exhaust
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I cut the muffler out; well my local muffler shop did. Replaced it with 2.5 inch pipe out to a single 3.5 inch exhaust tip. Cost about $250.
Cold startup is pretty noisy. After about 30 seconds it quiets down to a nice tone at idle, very subtle. I like the extra exhaust noise around town. I love it at the track, I can finally hear some engine noise! However, at highway speeds it can drone a little. I don't notice it as much as my wife does. Last edited by DYoung; 04-04-2020 at 02:00 PM.. Reason: cost |
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Thanks! Yeah drone is what I was afraid of since it's not a quiet car on the highway to begin with, wonder if I could have a shop chop off and keep my double-tips.
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04-14-2020, 11:42 AM | #6 |
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You need a flash tune + activate burble for that sound. If you do not like it, you dont have to to worry about it
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you can set duration,intensity,RPM activation and more. If you don't like it, it can be turned off all together
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Thanks! I'm about ready to pull the trigger, random question but has anyone ever painted the new tips with high-temp spray paint? I'd like them to be black to match the OEM tips now but avoid ceramic/dipping costs haha.
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I remember seeing a thread of someone doing it, it was years ago
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