Which mod next?

Nuge Design · 04-05-2011, 12:20 PM

I'd go exhaust. Pop a x-pipe in there and you'll have a new car all over again...

ChrisK · 04-05-2011, 01:34 PM

I do like the raspy sound of the performance exhaust.

mkPOTO · 04-05-2011, 01:38 PM

the bmw performance exhaust is very nice, i say you go to vs and check it out, it sounds really nice

persian54 · 04-05-2011, 01:41 PM

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Originally Posted by MonteCarloM3

yup, about that price. it's all titanium, finish is impeccable, absolutely stunning to look at and you don't have those big ugly cans hanging off the back end of your car. oh, and it sounds pretty sweet as well.
just my 0.02

i too would take the akra

but you have to remember the material for the perf exhaust is amazing

jonasaurus · 04-05-2011, 04:29 PM

Yes the BMW performance exhaust is expensive and not visually as pleasing as a akra slip on, but it is made of lightweight material + OEM, cant go too wrong on that front. Anyway in answer to the OP's question, go the exhaust.. you will notice it more than a set of new wheels on your car.

AMPowerJ · 04-05-2011, 04:32 PM

I will just throw out another exhaust mod option .... Challenge x-pipe with Dinan exhaust and ESS tune. I just finished all of this and it transforms the car. All for the price of a full Akra Evo without the tune.

As soon as the exhaust system breaks-in I am going to try to get a decent video to capture the sound.

///My5UV · 04-06-2011, 07:35 AM

I'll be the crazy guy in the thread that says go do a HPDE at the track. It will completely change your viewpoint of what mods matter :-)

ChrisK · 04-06-2011, 08:08 AM

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Originally Posted by ///My5UV

I'll be the crazy guy in the thread that says go do a HPDE at the track. It will completely change your viewpoint of what mods matter :-)

Good point.

However, neither of the Mods I am suggesting will make any track difference.

jmflukeiii · 04-06-2011, 08:22 AM

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Originally Posted by jonasaurus

Yes the BMW performance exhaust is expensive and not visually as pleasing as a akra slip on, but it is made of lightweight material + OEM, cant go too wrong on that front. Anyway in answer to the OP's question, go the exhaust.. you will notice it more than a set of new wheels on your car.

I think the M pipes look way better than the akra.

rockd · 04-06-2011, 08:36 AM

How about an x-pipe? Check out the Sosi X-Pipe in my sig and let me know if you need any more info!

///My5UV · 04-06-2011, 08:43 AM

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Originally Posted by ChrisK

Good point.

However, neither of the Mods I am suggesting will make any track difference.

Exactly! You need brake ducts, tires, and suspension. Everything else can wait until you've spent all your money on more tires and track time. If you still have money left over, then you need a real race car, and you'll begin to feel a compulsion to trade in your M3 on a F-250 to tow with.

Or stick to mods and never go to the track. It's cheaper.

eNCore · 04-06-2011, 09:08 AM

Exhaust for sure!

ChrisK · 04-07-2011, 05:43 AM

Ok, looks like the exhaust wins! Now the questions is, do I powder coat the cans black or not. I love the looks of it black, but not sure if inconel really should be coated.

jmflukeiii · 04-07-2011, 07:20 AM

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Originally Posted by ChrisK

Ok, looks like the exhaust wins! Now the questions is, do I powder coat the cans black or not. I love the looks of it black, but not sure if inconel really should be coated.

YES! The Alpine White looks great with all the little items black (kidney grill, side grill, M badge, etc.), especially if you have black wheels.

ChrisK · 04-07-2011, 01:11 PM

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Originally Posted by jmflukeiii

YES! The Alpine White looks great with all the little items black (kidney grill, side grill, M badge, etc.), especially if you have black wheels.

I'm talking about the exhaust cans?

caffeen8 · 04-07-2011, 04:21 PM

Hey MonteCarloM3,

I know this is not in line with the thread, but was wondering if your VMR 710s are rubbing in any way shape or form? I am close to putting in an order and am debating with such a large wheel. Does 265/30 and 295/30 sound right for the tire size.....
You can PM me if you want or just respond here. Any input is appreciated as I am debating between your size and the smaller 19x9.5 in front and 10s in the back....

Thanks,

Derek

caffeen8 · 04-07-2011, 04:24 PM

What big brake kit would be recommended?

Brembo or StopTech?

jmflukeiii · 04-07-2011, 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by ChrisK

I'm talking about the exhaust cans?

Oh! oops... well I don't know, its pretty hard to see them, depending on the exhaust you're getting. It could be a nice addition, I guess I haven't really seen any pics of it done

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rockd 35 Rep 543 Posts Drives: '11 Z4 35i M-Sport 6MT Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: San Francisco iTrader: (11)	How about an x-pipe? Check out the Sosi X-Pipe in my sig and let me know if you need any more info!
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ChrisK Major General 4454 Rep 7,594 Posts Drives: '19 M2C Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Chicagoland iTrader: (7) Garage List 2019 BMW M2C [7.00] 2015 Porsche Macan S [0.00]	Ok, looks like the exhaust wins! Now the questions is, do I powder coat the cans black or not. I love the looks of it black, but not sure if inconel really should be coated. __________________ www.ReTuneTheDeTune.com 2019 M2 Competition (Sunset Orange)
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caffeen8 New Member 6 Rep 27 Posts Drives: 08 E90 M3, 05 X5 4.4 Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Bay Area iTrader: (0)	Hey MonteCarloM3, I know this is not in line with the thread, but was wondering if your VMR 710s are rubbing in any way shape or form? I am close to putting in an order and am debating with such a large wheel. Does 265/30 and 295/30 sound right for the tire size..... You can PM me if you want or just respond here. Any input is appreciated as I am debating between your size and the smaller 19x9.5 in front and 10s in the back.... Thanks, Derek
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