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If you're looking for just a slight increase in sound I would definitely do the resonator delete over the muffler if you have to choose one. Reason being, it removes a lot of the natural rasp in the exhaust note and really cleans it up. I don't know if anyone has done just resonator delete. Next weekend my brother and I will make a video comparison of our exhausts. My 2018 X3 M40i with catted down pipe + resonator and muffler delete and his 2019 X4 M40i with stock down pipe + resonator and muffler delete. After filming the comparison, we will install his catless down pipe
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I can't comment which delete caused more drone but I would probably lean toward the resonator since it's intended purposes are to muffle certain frequencies. In my honest opinion, it's not head ache inducing drone but I understand everyone is different. If you're gonna do the delete, either do the resonator only or both. With just the muffler delete, sure you'll have more sound but an annoying rasp. I secretly disliked my exhaust pre-resonator delete because of the rasp at low rpms with >50% throttle. Deleting the resonator changed all of that and I couldn't be happier.
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Is muffler delete reversible in this case, since new tips are welded (it seems from the picture)?
Did you try taking your car in for service to see if it would void any manufacturer warranty? I am planning to lease and do muffler delete as well but just want to make sure before taking any action. Thank you |
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Sorry to sound like an old prick but this is the same logic that Harley riders use to justify their loud bikes - I like that sound, you should too. Except they don't consider or care about the people who live along well traveled roads. This whole, its a free country, I'll do whatever I want attitude is why we're locked down right now in this country as thousands gather in churches to celebrate Easter because they feel their rights supercede others. Sorry for the rant but if you feel you need more noise, track it please. |
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Lmao I appreciate your rant. I know quarantine is tough for some folks. Stay healthy 😊
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I hope you realize... in order to obtain the lease, you signed paperwork... in good faith, which no doubt contains a clause that such modifications are expressly prohibited.
I can tell you with certainty... that I would not be interested in buying a lease return vehicle that has had it's exhaust system chopped and welded twice over. At lease return inspection, the dealer would have every right... upon finding non-factory welds (in fact, welds that shouldn't exist in the first place), to rip out and replace the entire exhaust system... and charge YOU for it. So... you paid to have the mod done, will pay to have it reversed, and potentially pay AGAIN to have the exhaust replaced. At dealership price, no less! Brilliant...
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I hope you realize... I've done this before with a lease. I've had no issues with lease turn in and all service appointments prior to it, on my previous modded lease. I have a good relationship with my dealership that allows me to do so. Maybe your dealer doesn't like you as much? I can tell you with certainty... that no one asked. So... yes I paid around $300 in shop labor to have this done and will pay another $300 to reverse it like I've done before. I'd gladly pay it again to have a car that doesn't sound like yours. Anyone else wanna waste their time with this bullshit? Please, be my guest. However, I'll have to respond tomorrow because the rest of this day is dedicated to my family. Happy Easter and stay safe folks 😊
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Like I said, these are folks who flaunt the law (there are federal exhaust noise standards but we all know many people on motorcycles and cars/trucks don't adhere to them because they aren't enforced) because it's all about what they like. He admits it's "really loud" and he tries to keep it down around older people, children and pets. C'mon man, what about all the people you drive by day and night that maybe don't want to hear a car with open exhaust rambling down the street they have to live on? Maybe I like polka music turned all the way up as loud as your pipes and I drive by your house every day, all day and all night. You should like it too, right? But it "really tuns heads." I'll bet it does. And I know people aren't thinking, wow, that guy is too cool! Whatever man. |
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I'm literally dying of laughter at the fact that you guys are this pressed about my exhaust.
Please keep going, my family finds this hilarious as well
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Well that's obvious.
But my pointing out the obvious is somehow bullshit. My only point is... you own the car, do as you want to it. I have no problem with that, even if it pisses other people off. Mod to your heart's content! If it breaks applicable laws, you might just get pulled over. But it is technically *not* his car to do with as he pleases. That he has gotten away with it in the past, is far beside the point...
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You obviously haven't been around the forums much. There are loads of people here who lease cars and do full bolt on conversions ie. stage 2 turbos and such and when it comes time to return the car they just put all the stock parts back on, sell the mods and start over with their next lease car. There are plenty of dealers that are mod friendly. However I will agree with your previous comment on buying a previously leased car. This is exactly why I never would. Buying used is a crap shoot. |
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Please keep going. My nieces and nephews and I are very entertained/ bewildered at the fact that you care so much.
They want updates, so keep it coming
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