4.4i Mod#1 - Exhaust - Thoughts?

asawadude · #1 02-11-2006, 06:59 PM

As of now, my X5 4.4i is still stock after a year of ownership. My future mod list for my X5 4.4i is primarily limited to performance mods. If I get around to any body mods, it will be last on the list.

The first thing I want to do is exhaust. Researching the crossover X-pipe led me to think about fabricating a complete exhaust system meaning replacing everything from the resonators back to the tail pipes.

Has anyone fitted Magnaflow or Flowmaster mufflers to an X5? My muffler guy says a pair of Flowmasters or Magnaflows will run me about $700-$800 in parts and labor; a couple of hundred bucks cheaper than Dinan, Remus, Boat, or Supersprint.

Anybody have any thoughts? I'm in California, so I need to consider about emission requirements. So long as I retain the stock cats and replace everything behind it, am I good to go?

Regards, Mike

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asawadude · #2 02-13-2006, 12:42 AM

Bad idea? Should I stick with the tried and true setup (Remus, Dinan, etc.)?

Regards, Mike

ekaz · #3 02-13-2006, 12:46 AM

I removed my resonator and replaced with a straight pipe and love the sound. I was looking to replace the mufflers but don't want to lose the 4.8 tips and also couldn't find a muffler to fit the stock location.

vinuneuro · #4 02-13-2006, 01:54 AM

I've heard Drex's Eisenhaus exhaust. It sounds AMAZING. Remove resonators, go straight pipe, get the Eisenhaus exhaust. My .02.

DINANM3 · #5 02-13-2006, 02:05 AM

dont go with flowmaster

powers1 · #6 02-13-2006, 07:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by asawadude

Bad idea? Should I stick with the tried and true setup (Remus, Dinan, etc.)?

Regards, Mike

Remus nice and really good value for your money.
Supersprint expensive but in my opinion,better!

Ivan22 · #7 05-17-2006, 07:08 PM

How far did you get with your exhaust mods?

I just left California Muffler and Tire shop at 13500 Inglewood. I replaced my resonator, two mufflers, and oval polished tips. I want to give it a week break in period before I have an opinion. I was pleasantly surprised with lower than expected noise level.

Will post pics and final thoughts in a week...

surreal · #8 05-17-2006, 07:35 PM

Is it me but no one seems ever to suggest Dinan...im not sure if its strickly based on price, but don't ever forget Dinan they have quality parts

pseto · #9 05-17-2006, 10:16 PM

I think if price wasn't an issue, a lot of folks would get Dinan. But there are some other very good systems that are a lot cheaper. I personally like the Supersprint; the sound is amazing.

TQ2K · #10 05-17-2006, 11:13 PM

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Originally Posted by pseto

I think if price wasn't an issue, a lot of folks would get Dinan. But there are some other very good systems that are a lot cheaper. I personally like the Supersprint; the sound is amazing.

Yeah! I love supersprints as well, nice deep growl but not too intrusive...

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