Which downpipes?

jahmed78 · 02-22-2011, 12:43 AM

I really want to get a set of downpipes. Most people seem to go with AR Design but they are the priciest at $729. Macht Schnell's are $600 w/free install at EAS ($200+ value i'd say?). A local shop recommended Active Auroworke at about $650.

Most people probably won't be able to say which is the best but are any of them outright bad?

jahmed78 · 02-22-2011, 12:55 AM

bump

Robmaster · 02-22-2011, 01:30 AM

go with the new Active Autowerke. they have a special intro price fro $549. shoot Mike@n54tuning.com a PM!

1sicke92 · 02-22-2011, 01:33 AM

cant go wrong brotha.

jahmed78 · 02-22-2011, 01:35 AM

thanks guys

i just PMs mike

marv85 · 02-22-2011, 01:38 AM

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Originally Posted by jahmed78

thanks guys

i just PMs mike

I received my Active autowerke DPs a couple of days ago, waiting to get some for the install. Thought ill show you some pics

(P.S the small crease you see on the right pipe is not a defect, its for clearance... Plus the light is making look much worse, its barely noticeable)

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jahmed78 · 02-22-2011, 01:40 AM

nice! are u running a tune? what kind of exhaust?

ETS Michael · 02-22-2011, 02:07 AM

We sell a set of downpipes with a flex section incorporated. If you have time check them out on our site.

Thanks!

Michael

jahmed78 · 02-22-2011, 02:21 AM

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Originally Posted by ETS Michael

We sell a set of downpipes with a flex section incorporated. If you have time check them out on our site.

Thanks!

Michael

whats a flex section?

jahmed78 · 02-22-2011, 02:23 AM

did some reading on it...does this flex section compromise performance? what is your price?

zerep1 · 02-22-2011, 07:33 AM

the stock pipe has a flex section it allows for some give in the pipe is a better yes necessary no will it make a difference on which downpipes i buy yeah cause if its available why not

ianthegreat · 02-22-2011, 07:48 AM

I like the downpipes with that bracket in to the factory mounts. Good idea. Although, I can't remember which company it is.

I've heard nothing but good things about AR, but agree it's pricey.

tscdennab · 02-22-2011, 08:15 AM

I went with Macht Schnell. Didn't install them yet, but AR design are not worth the price. For $120 less than a basic AR set I got a set of 3" thermal coated Macht Schnells.

ciomas · 02-22-2011, 09:45 AM

AR ofcourse

no, honestly - perfect fitment and beauuutifuly made

cuban335i · 02-22-2011, 09:50 AM

I run Macht Schnell and they are amazing.

ar design · 02-22-2011, 09:53 AM

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Originally Posted by ciomas

AR ofcourse

no, honestly - perfect fitment and beauuutifuly made

Aridk · 02-22-2011, 10:24 AM

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Originally Posted by ciomas

AR ofcourse

no, honestly - perfect fitment and beauuutifuly made

To bad they take so long time to arrive been waiting 4 month now

, bought them from Lutz, but I can´t figure out who is at fault

DTMrack.com · 02-22-2011, 10:32 AM

Tried to PM you but your PM box is full!

ar design · 02-22-2011, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Aridk

To bad they take so long time to arrive been waiting 4 month now

, bought them from Lutz, but I can´t figure out who is at fault

Aridk,

They are in stock - am not sure what the issue is. I have sent Lutz an email just now, they should be in touch shortly.

ETS Michael · 02-22-2011, 10:46 AM

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Originally Posted by jahmed78

whats a flex section?

http://www.extremeturbosystems.com/B...duct_info.html

We didn't want to build a full exhaust system with no flex... The exhaust would be prone to crack with engine vibration.

Thanks!

Michael

marv85 · 02-22-2011, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by jahmed78

nice! are u running a tune? what kind of exhaust?

No, My car is bone stock. This is actually my First mod. My second will be an intake. Then a tune... still confused what to choose (piggyback or flash... and then which company)

Bimmer This · 02-22-2011, 11:11 AM

AR for quality and perfect fitments!

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