Thblur7

Are there any advantages/Disadvantages to deleting the resonator besides the sounds on the 55?

von32897

no

Murtaza

You cut about 30lbs or so

newguycls55

Since we got this topic going.. I currently have my resonator deleted and the car sounds more aggressive when I take off, however I am looking for a louder set up.

Would anyone suggest going straight pipe without muffler? directly from the Cat straight to the AMG tips without muffler?

or

putting my resonator back on and going stright pipe to the AMG tips without muffler?

What are the Pros and Cons of removing the Muffler? or should I go with a Exhaust set up?

please advise... thanks..

von32897

I actually spoke to the owner of a high end boutique custom shop that specializes in tuning BMW/Audi/Porsche/mercedes last week. He said to increase the aggressive sound, I should look at installing new stainless steel Renntech or Kleemann headers. I already deleted my reso and installed straight pipes and it seems loud enough for me. He gave me his opinion and talked me out of installing the Renntech race mufflers. You might want to look into it.

jikjak

i still want to get this done but i cant seem to find anyone to do it for me. unless im willing to fork over about 300 bucks to get it done
it not that bad a price but i hear people getting it done for under 100

von32897

I guess it all depends on where you live. I paid roughly $200.00 at a local Maaco.

jikjak

maybe, my local midas wanted to charge me 450 lol
i really think they just jack up the price when they see the car and some other places said they couldnt even do the job.

newguycls55

I paid $60 to get my resonator deleted and replace with straight pipe.. where do you live Jikjak?

newguycls55

Did you also deleted the Muffler also? or just the resonator?

von32897

I just deleted the resonator and installed straights, just like you did. For me, it sounds pretty aggressive when you mash on the accelerator. I also like the fact that it doesn't drone at idle or cruising speed. I'm forgoing the Renntech mufflers and will probably go with Renntech or Kleemann SS headers but, I'm not sure yet.

bumpnzx3

i agree- i called the local tint shop to get an estimate for my car. it sounded really high. so- i called back a little bit later and asked for a quote for the same tint, but on a honda accord. for some odd reason- it was $150 cheaper

von32897

You know what's shady? When I first went into Maaco, they told me it would be about 120.00. Then I take him out to the car and he says "oh, these are a little more difficult and it will actually be about 250.00". I said "WHAT?- you're crazy". Anyways, make a long story short, I settled roughly 200.00. Damn Rip-Off.

newguycls55

is common. different car, different amount of material. and also they will be more careful and more detailed.. in my opinion.

rarfinancial

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