Magnaflow for quad exhaust question
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I had the option to get a used M5 e60 and trade in the old 545, but I have decided that the 20K-25K difference was not worth it right now. So, I'm contemplating about upgrading the looks of my existing 545.
1. Can I use magnaflow brand to replace my OE exhaust when I want to go quad exhaust? The other brands (Remus and RDSport) are more expensive. Each muffler cost $175 installed and the dual tips cost $90 each (need 2).
2. Is there any modification that needs to be done or can the new mufflers fix OK under each side of the car?
3. Do I installed the M5 rear bumper first and the old exhaust will stick out OK until I get the exhaust work done?
4. Do I have to remove 1 of the resonator or can I keep all 3 in place?
5. I am OK with the stock sound and really don't want a "throatier" sound. Is it possible with the magnaflow?
6. What's the best price for material, painting, and installing the rear and front bumpers? I think I can do the skirts myself.
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1. Can I use magnaflow brand to replace my OE exhaust when I want to go quad exhaust? The other brands (Remus and RDSport) are more expensive. Each muffler cost $175 installed and the dual tips cost $90 each (need 2).
2. Is there any modification that needs to be done or can the new mufflers fix OK under each side of the car?
3. Do I installed the M5 rear bumper first and the old exhaust will stick out OK until I get the exhaust work done?
4. Do I have to remove 1 of the resonator or can I keep all 3 in place?
5. I am OK with the stock sound and really don't want a "throatier" sound. Is it possible with the magnaflow?
6. What's the best price for material, painting, and installing the rear and front bumpers? I think I can do the skirts myself.
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I can answer a couple of those. The magnaflows will fit of course theyll be positioned differently without modifications. Any good muffler shop wil recommend what type inlet offset , center outlet to make sure you get maximum clearnace from the ground. You will need an aftermarket rear diffuser like the hamann or you can get custom cut from a body shop which is a must in order to get the tips sticking out.or like some of us you can get the M5 bumper , and these need to be done first. If you want a slighlty louder than stock sound with a little rumble leave the resonators. If you can do the side skirts then you can install the rest. Pm Quad M our resident mtech/m5 parts dealer.
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member imsortofabigdeal has magnaflow quads on his 530i and sounds awesome, so how much more on a 545 with the v8. also, he has gone with the M5 bumper already i believe but hasnt posted pictures of it. you could probably pm him about the fitment and anything else. as for the resonators, see how you like the sound with all 3 still on. you always have the option of taking one or more out. good luck with the modding.
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Originally Posted by NeRwEEzy' post='459938' date='Aug 18 2007, 01:14 AM
member imsortofabigdeal has magnaflow quads on his 530i and sounds awesome, so how much more on a 545 with the v8. also, he has gone with the M5 bumper already i believe but hasnt posted pictures of it. you could probably pm him about the fitment and anything else. as for the resonators, see how you like the sound with all 3 still on. you always have the option of taking one or more out. good luck with the modding.
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Originally Posted by jordan23junkee' post='459886' date='Aug 17 2007, 09:41 PM
I can answer a couple of those. The magnaflows will fit of course theyll be positioned differently without modifications. Any good muffler shop wil recommend what type inlet offset , center outlet to make sure you get maximum clearnace from the ground. You will need an aftermarket rear diffuser like the hamann or you can get custom cut from a body shop which is a must in order to get the tips sticking out.or like some of us you can get the M5 bumper , and these need to be done first. If you want a slighlty louder than stock sound with a little rumble leave the resonators. If you can do the side skirts then you can install the rest. Pm Quad M our resident mtech/m5 parts dealer.
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