downpipes worth it?

persian54 · 06-26-2009, 12:40 AM

I was thinking of installing downpipes (part+labor $700)

~30hp
~50tq

worth it?

I'm getting a PROcede soon

it's a 09 e93

I'm going to also get a CAI, prly an aFe if it fits.

Thanks.

Arustik1 · 06-26-2009, 12:43 AM

Do it, if you have HPFP failure tho, might come across some problems I think...

Pay to play...

SV Concepts III · 06-26-2009, 02:02 PM

DPs are definitely worth it. I have a set of Riss Racing Polished DPs on my 135 and they were a fantastic upgrade, really freed up power on the car and works well with a high flow exhaust system. I recommend the software upgrade with it, the JB3 has a map specifically tuned for a car running DPs to take advantage of the improved air flow.

ar design · 06-26-2009, 02:54 PM

+1 for downpipes. Our 3" downpipes are hand made here in the USA and a great upgrade for your car!

jeho · 06-26-2009, 03:00 PM

So worth it...my favorite mod on the 335i next to ecu tune...
the quick spooling is day/night difference...AR 3inch was what I had.

jonerik26 · 06-26-2009, 03:02 PM

i think with most people they would agree its a great mod, the only thing really i've seen what has kept people from getting them is the time to uninstall and install in case of warranty purposes

Chefcg1 · 06-26-2009, 05:26 PM

vk down pipe group buy going on now for $300

Boost Gomez · 06-26-2009, 05:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by J86

So worth it...my favorite mod on the 335i next to ecu tune...
the quick spooling is day/night difference...AR 3inch was what I had.

You sold your 335? Why!?!

roozie2001 · 06-26-2009, 06:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by persian54

I was thinking of installing downpipes (part+labor $700)

~30hp
~50tq

worth it?

I'm getting a PROcede soon

it's a 09 e93

I'm going to also get a CAI, prly an aFe if it fits.

Thanks.

if u think ur gonna get 30 hp and 50 ft lbs from just downpipes i think your gonna be shocked because with a tune if u get 15-20 hp and torque you should be extremely happy. But its a great upgrade. lots of great options.

GGreek5 · 06-26-2009, 08:18 PM

I love my AR down pipes!!!

E92White · 06-26-2009, 08:46 PM

downpipes = one of the best mods you can do..very very noticeable difference..your car will pull very hard,and make alot of power.

Mike@N54Tuning.com · 06-26-2009, 09:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ar design

+1 for downpipes. Our 3" downpipes are hand made here in the USA and a great upgrade for your car!

+1

PM me or Andrew and we can hook you up with a set. Best mod after a tune hands down

The ar design pipes are the best out there (IMO) Great quality, super perfect fit and the largest volume of any pipe on the market. And they are made in the US, not in China

Mike

Craig@SupremePower · 06-26-2009, 11:32 PM

AR Design DP's FTW!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by ar design

+1 for downpipes. Our 3" downpipes are hand made here in the USA and a great upgrade for your car!

persian54 · 06-26-2009, 11:44 PM

Thanks for all the posts
I can see that for performance gains, it's most likely worth it.

I am just worried about the dealer giving me problems....
I can't afford to be paying a mechanic to keep installing and uninstalling them whenever I go in for service...
any way around this??

roozie2001 · 06-27-2009, 05:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by persian54

Thanks for all the posts
I can see that for performance gains, it's most likely worth it.

I am just worried about the dealer giving me problems....
I can't afford to be paying a mechanic to keep installing and uninstalling them whenever I go in for service...
any way around this??

no. either take ur chances with the dealer or do ur maintenence somewhere else.

dlbrooks18 · 06-27-2009, 11:44 PM

Yes

Sparky66 · 06-28-2009, 03:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ar design

+1 for downpipes. Our 3" downpipes are hand made here in the USA and a great upgrade for your car!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike@N54Tuning.com

+1

PM me or Andrew and we can hook you up with a set. Best mod after a tune hands down

The ar design pipes are the best out there (IMO) Great quality, super perfect fit and the largest volume of any pipe on the market. And they are made in the US, not in China

Mike

When are we going to get downpipes that actually fit trouble free in Right Hand drive vehicles ?? At this stage they are all but non existant.....

GeorgeSmooth · 06-28-2009, 07:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sparky66

When are we going to get downpipes that actually fit trouble free in Right Hand drive vehicles ?? At this stage they are all but non existant.....

Hi Sparky,

I believe that AR has RHD downpipes. I am in the process of ordering the catless version and will be able to update if they are trouble free in the next three odd weeks. I am holding thumbs they fit right on and I don't have to chop and change. Stay tuned for a thread in this regard.

G

GeorgeSmooth · 06-28-2009, 07:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by persian54

Thanks for all the posts
I can see that for performance gains, it's most likely worth it.

I am just worried about the dealer giving me problems....
I can't afford to be paying a mechanic to keep installing and uninstalling them whenever I go in for service...
any way around this??

Find a friendly dealer I guess. Otherwise if space allows get some ramps for the car and start getting your hands dirty. That's what I did, I am not very mechanically minded but its screwing and unscrewing stuff so how hard can it be. Well worth it even if you have to buy tools it will definately offset all the labour charges.

M_M · 06-29-2009, 12:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sparky66

When are we going to get downpipes that actually fit trouble free in Right Hand drive vehicles ?? At this stage they are all but non existant.....

UR. they fit perfectly!

ar design · 06-29-2009, 11:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sparky66

When are we going to get downpipes that actually fit trouble free in Right Hand drive vehicles ?? At this stage they are all but non existant.....

Our 3" pipes have verified RHD fitment.

06-26-2009, 12:40 AM	#1
persian54 Lieutenant General 923 Rep 15,818 Posts Drives: M760/G83M4 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: The Valley, SoCal iTrader: (298)	downpipes worth it? I was thinking of installing downpipes (part+labor $700) ~30hp ~50tq worth it? I'm getting a PROcede soon it's a 09 e93 I'm going to also get a CAI, prly an aFe if it fits. Thanks.
	Appreciate 0 Tweet Quote

06-26-2009, 12:43 AM	#2
Arustik1 HYEPWR 100 Rep 2,868 Posts Drives: E46 M3 Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Mesa, AZ iTrader: (3) Garage List 2007 E92 335i [0.00]	Do it, if you have HPFP failure tho, might come across some problems I think... Pay to play... __________________ 2002 330ci Titanium Silver / Gray 2005 X5 3.0i Black Sapphire Metallic / Black 2002 M3 Laguna Seca Blue / Black 2001 M5 Jet Black / Black
	Appreciate 0 Quote

06-26-2009, 02:02 PM	#3
SV Concepts III Lieutenant General 375 Rep 17,017 Posts Drives: BMW Duh Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Santa Clara iTrader: (13)	DPs are definitely worth it. I have a set of Riss Racing Polished DPs on my 135 and they were a fantastic upgrade, really freed up power on the car and works well with a high flow exhaust system. I recommend the software upgrade with it, the JB3 has a map specifically tuned for a car running DPs to take advantage of the improved air flow.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

06-26-2009, 02:54 PM	#4
ar design 297 Rep 4,408 Posts Drives: 04 M3 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Denver, CO iTrader: (9)	+1 for downpipes. Our 3" downpipes are hand made here in the USA and a great upgrade for your car! __________________ -Critter
	Appreciate 0 Quote

06-26-2009, 03:00 PM	#5
jeho ig: jeffersonho 148 Rep 2,182 Posts Drives: E90M3.E36M3 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: PNW iTrader: (6)	So worth it...my favorite mod on the 335i next to ecu tune... the quick spooling is day/night difference...AR 3inch was what I had.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

06-26-2009, 03:02 PM	#6
jonerik26 Lieutenant Colonel 58 Rep 1,906 Posts Drives: black 335i e90 PRE-LCI Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: somewhere iTrader: (23) Garage List 2007 335i [8.00] 1998 Acura Integra [8.50] 2006 325i [8.00]	i think with most people they would agree its a great mod, the only thing really i've seen what has kept people from getting them is the time to uninstall and install in case of warranty purposes __________________
	Appreciate 0 Quote

06-26-2009, 05:26 PM	#7
Chefcg1 Major 69 Rep 1,137 Posts Drives: 2008 BMW 335i Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Mount Airy, NC iTrader: (6)	vk down pipe group buy going on now for $300 __________________ 2008 335i coupe AW 6AT, RB Turbos, PROcede 2.5 V5, Alpina Flash, Injen Intake, VK MW DP . Helix IC, Vishnu PnP Meth(M10 nozzel), M3 sides, OEM Aero Lip, VMR V710 Midnight Blue, LUX H8, HID Fogs, M3 front bits, D2 Coilovers, Whiteline Rear Bushing inserts, Custom M3 Steering Wheel, Cyba scoops, M2 Performance Exhaust
	Appreciate 0 Quote

06-26-2009, 08:18 PM	#10
GGreek5 Olimpiakos 91 Rep 1,426 Posts Drives: M3 Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Mass iTrader: (10)	I love my AR down pipes!!!
	Appreciate 0 Quote

06-26-2009, 08:46 PM	#11
E92White N54 Power Baby 29 Rep 680 Posts Drives: E82 135i SGM Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Brownsville,TX iTrader: (3)	downpipes = one of the best mods you can do..very very noticeable difference..your car will pull very hard,and make alot of power.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

06-26-2009, 11:44 PM	#14
persian54 Lieutenant General 923 Rep 15,818 Posts Drives: M760/G83M4 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: The Valley, SoCal iTrader: (298)	Thanks for all the posts I can see that for performance gains, it's most likely worth it. I am just worried about the dealer giving me problems.... I can't afford to be paying a mechanic to keep installing and uninstalling them whenever I go in for service... any way around this??
	Appreciate 0 Quote

06-27-2009, 11:44 PM	#16
dlbrooks18 Brigadier General 161 Rep 3,736 Posts Drives: e90 335i Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (2)	Yes
	Appreciate 0 Quote