Best X-Pipe?
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From: Los Angeles
C63
Fair enough. Everyone has different views. I will say this though, with the proper installation/welding it would not crack. Also I agree with regards to X-pipe designs thats why I said in post above "depending on design". I didn't just buy the first x-pipe I saw. This is actually my second x-pipe setup since I did not like the Magnaflow x-pipe design so I am well aware of the differences.
I have nothing against GT-pro at all. I was actually planning on having everything done through Brian when I first purchased the car. I just decided to go another route. I have nothing bad to say about him or his products. As I stated, I just shared the way I went about it.
Oh and I think you have gotten quoted pretty high on the MHP products because the headers and tune are way less than that last time I checked but that is off topic.
I have nothing against GT-pro at all. I was actually planning on having everything done through Brian when I first purchased the car. I just decided to go another route. I have nothing bad to say about him or his products. As I stated, I just shared the way I went about it.
Oh and I think you have gotten quoted pretty high on the MHP products because the headers and tune are way less than that last time I checked but that is off topic.
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C63
Bad430, thanks. Thats exactly right. An x-pipe is an x-pipe(depending on the design). If you feel better paying the Benz tax by all means go for it. I was just giving out a more reasonable option
emericr, lol I would love to see that 50hp gain. Not gonna happen unfortunately. I believe superlube tested it out with no real gains.
emericr, lol I would love to see that 50hp gain. Not gonna happen unfortunately. I believe superlube tested it out with no real gains.
Was it a pretty straight forward cut and weld?
And did you take it to AAA mufflers?
Lol sorry for all the questions.
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From: Jerzy
04 CLK 320 > CLK32K
Fair enough. Everyone has different views. I will say this though, with the proper installation/welding it would not crack. Also I agree with regards to X-pipe designs thats why I said in post above "depending on design". I didn't just buy the first x-pipe I saw. This is actually my second x-pipe setup since I did not like the Magnaflow x-pipe design so I am well aware of the differences.
I have nothing against GT-pro at all. I was actually planning on having everything done through Brian when I first purchased the car. I just decided to go another route. I have nothing bad to say about him or his products. As I stated, I just shared the way I went about it.
Oh and I think you have gotten quoted pretty high on the MHP products because the headers and tune are way less than that last time I checked but that is off topic.
I have nothing against GT-pro at all. I was actually planning on having everything done through Brian when I first purchased the car. I just decided to go another route. I have nothing bad to say about him or his products. As I stated, I just shared the way I went about it.
Oh and I think you have gotten quoted pretty high on the MHP products because the headers and tune are way less than that last time I checked but that is off topic.
What was it about the Mag x-pipe that you didn't like? What makes you prefer the one you have now?
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Fair enough. Everyone has different views. I will say this though, with the proper installation/welding it would not crack. Also I agree with regards to X-pipe designs thats why I said in post above "depending on design". I didn't just buy the first x-pipe I saw. This is actually my second x-pipe setup since I did not like the Magnaflow x-pipe design so I am well aware of the differences.
I have nothing against GT-pro at all. I was actually planning on having everything done through Brian when I first purchased the car. I just decided to go another route. I have nothing bad to say about him or his products. As I stated, I just shared the way I went about it.
Oh and I think you have gotten quoted pretty high on the MHP products because the headers and tune are way less than that last time I checked but that is off topic.
I have nothing against GT-pro at all. I was actually planning on having everything done through Brian when I first purchased the car. I just decided to go another route. I have nothing bad to say about him or his products. As I stated, I just shared the way I went about it.
Oh and I think you have gotten quoted pretty high on the MHP products because the headers and tune are way less than that last time I checked but that is off topic.
Take care!
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From: Los Angeles
C63
_AMG_, yep, I got it done a while ago at AAA. Was a very straight forward install since they know what they are doing. I remember speaking with you about it when you asked me about local shops. Sounds great! A bit exotic although a bit tame actually. Hard to describe. Out of the 3 setups I tested this was the best. I liked the sound of straight pipes (in place of secondaries) better but lost too much low end with that setup.
Dynomite, I felt the Magnaflow too restrictive and the fit wasn't as good as the summit piece. The summit piece and design I found also flows a hell of alot better. Just looking at where the X merges looking inside is a dead give away.
Dynomite, I felt the Magnaflow too restrictive and the fit wasn't as good as the summit piece. The summit piece and design I found also flows a hell of alot better. Just looking at where the X merges looking inside is a dead give away.
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From: Jerzy
04 CLK 320 > CLK32K
_AMG_, yep, I got it done a while ago at AAA. Was a very straight forward install since they know what they are doing. I remember speaking with you about it when you asked me about local shops. Sounds great! A bit exotic although a bit tame actually. Hard to describe. Out of the 3 setups I tested this was the best. I liked the sound of straight pipes (in place of secondaries) better but lost too much low end with that setup.
Dynomite, I felt the Magnaflow too restrictive and the fit wasn't as good as the summit piece. The summit piece and design I found also flows a hell of alot better. Just looking at where the X merges looking inside is a dead give away.
Dynomite, I felt the Magnaflow too restrictive and the fit wasn't as good as the summit piece. The summit piece and design I found also flows a hell of alot better. Just looking at where the X merges looking inside is a dead give away.
Thanks for the info. I was actually going to get the Mag.
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From: east, TN Knoxville
2010 c63,09 CaymanS,08 VW Touaregv10tdi,99vette hardtop,Triumph1050Tiger,Kaw,klr 650
Any gains in peak power with a tune only C63 when adding this x-pipe?
Or, just a bit of mid-range power and louder sound?
Can you feel the difference in power or is it placebo?
Or, just a bit of mid-range power and louder sound?
Can you feel the difference in power or is it placebo?
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My car made power everywhere in the power curve including peak, there was no where that dropped off, it gained everywhere, I'm happy.
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