Axleback + downpipes + stock midpipe

Vaaaan · 03-25-2012, 06:55 PM

Hey everybody... anybody running downpipes and an axleback without an upgraded midpipe? I got one of the first Maddad Street Series axlebacks back in 2010 which I love. Since then I haven't had time to think about more upgrades till now but I just ordered some AR downpipes (and a JB4

)and I'm trying to decide if I should get a midpipe to install with the downpipes. I know it's gonna be LOUD either way but just thought I'd see if anyone had any opinions. Would the $600 for a midpipe be better spent another way?

John Dempsey · 03-25-2012, 08:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Vaaaan

Hey everybody... anybody running downpipes and an axleback without an upgraded midpipe? I got one of the first Maddad Street Series axlebacks back in 2010 which I love. Since then I haven't had time to think about more upgrades till now but I just ordered some AR downpipes (and a JB4

)and I'm trying to decide if I should get a midpipe to install with the downpipes. I know it's gonna be LOUD either way but just thought I'd see if anyone had any opinions. Would the $600 for a midpipe be better spent another way?

Yes. That's my setup right now. I may just cut out my resonator and mid cats instead of dropping the 600 dollars on mids. Itll be essentially the same thing.

RaihaX · 03-25-2012, 09:07 PM

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Yes. That's my setup right now. I may just cut out my resonator and mid cats instead of dropping the 600 dollars on mids. Itll be essentially the same thing.

Usually the ID on the aftermarket midpipes are slightly bigger.

John Dempsey · 03-25-2012, 09:13 PM

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Yes. That's my setup right now. I may just cut out my resonator and mid cats instead of dropping the 600 dollars on mids. Itll be essentially the same thing.

Usually the ID on the aftermarket midpipes are slightly bigger.

Do you know how much bigger they are?

ken1137 · 03-25-2012, 09:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Vaaaan

Hey everybody... anybody running downpipes and an axleback without an upgraded midpipe? I got one of the first Maddad Street Series axlebacks back in 2010 which I love. Since then I haven't had time to think about more upgrades till now but I just ordered some AR downpipes (and a JB4

)and I'm trying to decide if I should get a midpipe to install with the downpipes. I know it's gonna be LOUD either way but just thought I'd see if anyone had any opinions. Would the $600 for a midpipe be better spent another way?

I had AR catted DPs, stock mids, and Berk axle back. I wanted a louder/deeper tone so I added Berk resonated mids. Perfect now imo. I would go ahead and do it since you have catless DPs and Maddad axleback. You won't regret it

Vaaaan · 03-26-2012, 01:50 AM

Thanks for the input guys... Thinking about it more and looking at some pics of the stock midpipe it doesn't look as horribly restrictive as some other stock exhausts I've seen, and as far as installs go it doesn't get much easier than a midpipe, so I think I'll see how it sounds with the DPs before I pull the trigger. Also thinking the noise level even with the stock midpipe will adequately piss off the neighbors

Now on to deciding between coilovers and an LSD...

JefryHorizon · 03-26-2012, 02:34 AM

My car will be on a lift tomorrow morning, I'll take a couple pics and a vid after. Currently have dps and OEM mid with cat delete, going to do fitment on a custom quad tomorrow.

daMau · 03-26-2012, 07:17 AM

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Thanks for the input guys... Thinking about it more and looking at some pics of the stock midpipe it doesn't look as horribly restrictive as some other stock exhausts I've seen, and as far as installs go it doesn't get much easier than a midpipe, so I think I'll see how it sounds with the DPs before I pull the trigger. Also thinking the noise level even with the stock midpipe will adequately piss off the neighbors

Now on to deciding between coilovers and an LSD...

Coilovers, absolutely. I'm running STs and have been very happy with blend of added handling but comfortable road manners. Not the most aggressive set out there, but unless you're tracking a lot, you will appreciate the comfort they afford.

BFD99 · 03-26-2012, 09:41 AM

My setup exactly, 3" catless downpipes with stock N54 mids, and Berk Race. It's Loud, but surprisingly not insanely loud. I kinda want it louder now. Definitely loud outside of the car, but not that loud inside. I love windows down and WOT in 2nd and throw it into third under bridges and such. So much awesomeness. I LOVE IT.

Edit: I'm also considering cutting out the stock mid cats amd resonator as well.

John Dempsey · 03-26-2012, 11:12 AM

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My setup exactly, 3" catless downpipes with stock N54 mids, and Berk Race. It's Loud, but surprisingly not insanely loud. I kinda want it louder now. Definitely loud outside of the car, but not that loud inside. I love windows down and WOT in 2nd and throw it into third under bridges and such. So much awesomeness. I LOVE IT.

Edit: I'm also considering cutting out the stock mid cats amd resonator as well.

I think I'm doing it today. I'll post up a video.

BFD99 · 03-26-2012, 11:17 AM

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I think I'm doing it today. I'll post up a video.

Sweet let me know how you like it too sir!

John Dempsey · 03-26-2012, 09:12 PM

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I think I'm doing it today. I'll post up a video.

Sweet let me know how you like it too sir!

I just got it done. Sounds great when you are on it. But it's brutally loud. I think my neighbors think I'm the proud new owner of a jet!

BFD99 · 03-26-2012, 09:30 PM

LOL So final thoughts? Any pics of the exhaust? Take a video when you can!

John Dempsey · 03-26-2012, 10:59 PM

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LOL So final thoughts? Any pics of the exhaust? Take a video when you can!

The car is low so pics are tough. But I have two videos I'll upload tomorrow morning. The videos don't do it justice. And my final thoughts are I freaking love it!!! It's much more raspy than it was before. It just sounds angry.

John Dempsey · 03-27-2012, 11:32 AM

EDIT The THIRD video is COLD START. I dont think it sounds good, but i just wanted him to know what he was getting into.

Sorry for the really bad quality theyre on my phone will try to get better ones soon!

RimasRS · 03-27-2012, 11:37 AM

Sorry but sound is terrible... Especially third video.

John Dempsey · 03-27-2012, 11:40 AM

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Sorry but sound is terrible... Especially third video.

the third video is cold start you cant expect that to sound "good"
Im just trying to give him an idea of what itll be like at all times.

RimasRS · 03-27-2012, 11:43 AM

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the third video is cold start you cant expect that to sound "good"
Im just trying to give him an idea of what itll be like at all times.

Yes but still I would like to add some muffler to add more deep sound

BFD99 · 03-27-2012, 12:43 PM

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the third video is cold start you cant expect that to sound "good"
Im just trying to give him an idea of what itll be like at all times.

I like it, especially the 1st and 2nd video. I may have to do it soon. Did you actually have them cut out or did you gut them? I'm curious on what you did to the resonator on the rear mainly. Thank you.

John Dempsey · 03-27-2012, 12:44 PM

Cut. And a y pipe was made

BFD99 · 03-27-2012, 12:45 PM

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Cut. And a y pipe was made

Okay, that's what I thought, Just wanted to double check. Needed to tell my exhaust man what I wanted done. Thank you.

John Dempsey · 03-27-2012, 12:46 PM

Are you having it done also?

03-25-2012, 06:55 PM	#1
Vaaaan Private 6 Rep 95 Posts Drives: 2009 Jet Black 135i Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Wisconsin iTrader: (0)	Axleback + downpipes + stock midpipe Hey everybody... anybody running downpipes and an axleback without an upgraded midpipe? I got one of the first Maddad Street Series axlebacks back in 2010 which I love. Since then I haven't had time to think about more upgrades till now but I just ordered some AR downpipes (and a JB4 )and I'm trying to decide if I should get a midpipe to install with the downpipes. I know it's gonna be LOUD either way but just thought I'd see if anyone had any opinions. Would the $600 for a midpipe be better spent another way? __________________ 2009 135i 6MT /// Jet Black \\\ Savanna Beige /// Premium \\\ M-Sport /// Active Steering \\\ Heated Seats /// Premium Hi-Fi \\\ iPod/USB adapter
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Vaaaan Private 6 Rep 95 Posts Drives: 2009 Jet Black 135i Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Wisconsin iTrader: (0)	Thanks for the input guys... Thinking about it more and looking at some pics of the stock midpipe it doesn't look as horribly restrictive as some other stock exhausts I've seen, and as far as installs go it doesn't get much easier than a midpipe, so I think I'll see how it sounds with the DPs before I pull the trigger. Also thinking the noise level even with the stock midpipe will adequately piss off the neighbors Now on to deciding between coilovers and an LSD... __________________ 2009 135i 6MT /// Jet Black \\\ Savanna Beige /// Premium \\\ M-Sport /// Active Steering \\\ Heated Seats /// Premium Hi-Fi \\\ iPod/USB adapter
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JefryHorizon Lieutenant 12 Rep 437 Posts Drives: Bus Pass Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Ktown iTrader: (3)	My car will be on a lift tomorrow morning, I'll take a couple pics and a vid after. Currently have dps and OEM mid with cat delete, going to do fitment on a custom quad tomorrow.
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BFD99 The Stig! 54 Rep 889 Posts Drives: 2008 135i 6MT Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Tulsa, Ok iTrader: (1) Garage List 2008 BMW 135i [10.00]	My setup exactly, 3" catless downpipes with stock N54 mids, and Berk Race. It's Loud, but surprisingly not insanely loud. I kinda want it louder now. Definitely loud outside of the car, but not that loud inside. I love windows down and WOT in 2nd and throw it into third under bridges and such. So much awesomeness. I LOVE IT. Edit: I'm also considering cutting out the stock mid cats amd resonator as well. __________________ 2008 135i - FBO + JB4 15ohm + Water Meth
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BFD99 The Stig! 54 Rep 889 Posts Drives: 2008 135i 6MT Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Tulsa, Ok iTrader: (1) Garage List 2008 BMW 135i [10.00]	LOL So final thoughts? Any pics of the exhaust? Take a video when you can! __________________ 2008 135i - FBO + JB4 15ohm + Water Meth
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John Dempsey Banned 31 Rep 588 Posts Drives: White 135i M-Sport Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Encinitas iTrader: (0)	EDIT The THIRD video is COLD START. I dont think it sounds good, but i just wanted him to know what he was getting into. Sorry for the really bad quality theyre on my phone will try to get better ones soon! Last edited by John Dempsey; 03-27-2012 at 01:24 PM..
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RimasRS Colonel 85 Rep 2,438 Posts Drives: BMW X3 SD Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Europe iTrader: (0)	Sorry but sound is terrible... Especially third video.
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John Dempsey Banned 31 Rep 588 Posts Drives: White 135i M-Sport Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Encinitas iTrader: (0)	Cut. And a y pipe was made
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