X-PIPE on C300. ONCE FOR ALL!!(everyone w/x-pipe read it)
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From: Marysville, WA
2013 GLK 350 4matic
I have the Magnaflo xpipe installed on my c350. Deleted the resonator for the xpipe with no problems. No crazy special piping needed or anything and I went to a local muffler shop.
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From: Sydney
'07 C320 CDI
Hi all,
I'm a newbie when it comes to the X-pipe. Does this part replace a component in the exhaust system like a resonator or can you simply just add on this part to your current exhaust setup without the need to remove anything?
Also, I noticed that most ppl doing this mod happen to be driving a C300 or C350. Are these diesel or petrol engined in the U.S?
I'm from Australia, and mine is a C320 diesel (3.0ltr V6)
Is there any difference in sound quality between the 2 enignes?
I'm a newbie when it comes to the X-pipe. Does this part replace a component in the exhaust system like a resonator or can you simply just add on this part to your current exhaust setup without the need to remove anything?
Also, I noticed that most ppl doing this mod happen to be driving a C300 or C350. Are these diesel or petrol engined in the U.S?
I'm from Australia, and mine is a C320 diesel (3.0ltr V6)
Is there any difference in sound quality between the 2 enignes?
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C300
I know this is an old thread but I'm debating whether or not to install an xpipe cause I went and asked the dealership about whether an xpipe would affect the warranty at all and basically what they told is that the warranty would be intact but if something were to brake like the engine an they could trace the cause back to the xpipe that it wouldn't be covered
So is there any risk of stuff like that happening and things breaking as a result of the pipe?
So is there any risk of stuff like that happening and things breaking as a result of the pipe?
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2010 C300, 2013 C63 AMG
I know this is an old thread but I'm debating whether or not to install an xpipe cause I went and asked the dealership about whether an xpipe would affect the warranty at all and basically what they told is that the warranty would be intact but if something were to brake like the engine an they could trace the cause back to the xpipe that it wouldn't be covered
So is there any risk of stuff like that happening and things breaking as a result of the pipe?
So is there any risk of stuff like that happening and things breaking as a result of the pipe?
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From: SF bay area
C300 sport
I had mine installed closer to the cats because I was told it would sound better. I've also been told many times that as long as you aren't cutting into the cats, you should be fine. Warranty should not be voided with anything behind the catalytic converters.
Also, I might try to take a video and see if mine sounds like everyone else's on camera, because when I'm driving it doesn't quite sound as nice as other videos...much more rasp, less growl. Maybe you guys could lend me your opinions. =)
Also, I might try to take a video and see if mine sounds like everyone else's on camera, because when I'm driving it doesn't quite sound as nice as other videos...much more rasp, less growl. Maybe you guys could lend me your opinions. =)
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From: Virginia
2010 c300 4matic , 2005 c230 kompressor (totaled) , 97' honda civic, 2018 c63s coupe
Your question is already answered for which brand... Magma flo. Unfortunately, just changing out your resonator will not give you the c63 sound. You will only notice deeper tone in exhaust from 3-4k RPM range.
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2010 c300 4matic , 2005 c230 kompressor (totaled) , 97' honda civic, 2018 c63s coupe
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From: SF bay area
C300 sport
Here's mine with X-pipe + resonator delete
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UNTwt...ature=youtu.be
How do you embed a video?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UNTwt...ature=youtu.be
How do you embed a video?
Last edited by Rodpwnz; Dec 6, 2013 at 12:26 AM.
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2014 C300 Sport
Know this is old, but hear this out. With a 2014 C300 Sport, what is the best way to go with a MagnaFlow X Pipe? Delete the resonator or cut into the cats? Im not going for too obnoxious of a sound, just a nice purr on cold start and in midrange RPMs. Any opinions on this?
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From: Alberta
2014 E63 AMG S
Know this is old, but hear this out. With a 2014 C300 Sport, what is the best way to go with a MagnaFlow X Pipe? Delete the resonator or cut into the cats? Im not going for too obnoxious of a sound, just a nice purr on cold start and in midrange RPMs. Any opinions on this?
Beyond this, you can replace your mufflers to something with higher flow, or remove them entirely.
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From: Bellingham WA
Audi R8
Has anyone done a side by side comparison of those that chose to place the X pipe closer to the engine than further away?
The only thing I could imagine changing is the ability of the X pipe to cancel or cross exhaust pulses.
The only thing I could imagine changing is the ability of the X pipe to cancel or cross exhaust pulses.
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From: SF bay area
C300 sport
I had my muffler guy place them closer to the cats, as I had heard that is the best place to put it. I really like the sound, a little raspy for my taste, but that's probably the automatic transmission.
If anyone is in the bay area we can compare exhaust tone and put it up on YouTube. But if someone else has the xpipe installed farther away from the engine, I would be willing to make a video of my xpipe for comparison.
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C300 sport
I know that the C350 has more growl, and less rasp, but alas I only have a C300. Regarding the comparison video, we should Rev to certain rpms in a certain order. If anyone is interested, let me know. I know that there are a lot of videos out there but having a video like this when I was deciding would have helped a lot.
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From: Silicon Valley, California
Factory ordered 2012 MB C350 w/Dynamic Handling Package
heres my 2013 (3.5L) with x-pipe and secondary resonators deleted. Just had the secondary resonators deleted today, and i'm liking it.
2013 C300 X-Pipe and secondary resonator delete - YouTube
2013 C300 X-Pipe and secondary resonator delete - YouTube
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2014 E63 AMG S
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'13 M5 | 08 C300 (Sold)
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GL350, C350
I have the x-pipe on my c350 and it made a difference in sound. At idle and just off idle it doesn't sound much different, but if I get into it and run the RPMs up it'll give a great deep V6 growl with no "raspiness." Haven't removed inline resonators or changed mufflers yet but I have considered it. Sounds great as it is though since I'm not interested in sounding like a juiced up Accord.
I know there are some who ask about getting a "C63-ish" sound but they're kidding themselves no matter how much they spend on an exhaust. If you want that sound get a C63 or engine swap for two extra cylinders. Otherwise it's not happening.
I know there are some who ask about getting a "C63-ish" sound but they're kidding themselves no matter how much they spend on an exhaust. If you want that sound get a C63 or engine swap for two extra cylinders. Otherwise it's not happening.
