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Old Apr 9, 2021 | 07:35 PM
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Stage 1 tune with standard OEM Downpipes

was told by my tuner that this was possible. Is it? I have secondary cat delete and everything else stock. 2016 C63s.
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Old Apr 9, 2021 | 08:22 PM
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Yes that is possible. In fact that is exactly what Stage 1 tunes are for, cars with OEM Downpipes.

If you're planning on buying aftermarket Downpipes, then save your money by skipping the Stage 1 and get yourself Stage 2 tune after you install the Downpipe.
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Old Apr 10, 2021 | 10:31 AM
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Originally Posted by SEAMG
Yes that is possible. In fact that is exactly what Stage 1 tunes are for, cars with OEM Downpipes.

If you're planning on buying aftermarket Downpipes, then save your money by skipping the Stage 1 and get yourself Stage 2 tune after you install the Downpipe.
+1 - even though most often it is recommended to at least increase air intake - anything from high flow filters to aftermarket intakes would do.
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Old Apr 12, 2021 | 02:59 PM
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Originally Posted by Jack Ma
was told by my tuner that this was possible. Is it? I have secondary cat delete and everything else stock. 2016 C63s.
Correct. I will say though, most of our clients that went with stage 1, ended up going to stage 2 very quickly. It is something you will grow into fat so like the others said, if you are alredy considering catless downpipes, i would also save the money now and go for both later on.
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Old Apr 12, 2021 | 07:15 PM
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Originally Posted by velosdesignwerks
Correct. I will say though, most of our clients that went with stage 1, ended up going to stage 2 very quickly. It is something you will grow into fat so like the others said, if you are alredy considering catless downpipes, i would also save the money now and go for both later on.
I do not necessarily disagree, but most reputable flash tuners will do a stage 2 upgrade for a nominal fee after you have installed that tuner’s stage 1.
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Old Apr 12, 2021 | 10:07 PM
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If you’re interested, my AMR hand held tuner is for sale and includes both stage 1 and stage 2 tunes that you load via OBD and switch through a touchscreen.
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Old Apr 26, 2021 | 05:08 PM
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Originally Posted by C43HeartBoost
I do not necessarily disagree, but most reputable flash tuners will do a stage 2 upgrade for a nominal fee after you have installed that tuner’s stage 1.
You are correct as well. We do charge a nominal fee if you are looking to start with Stage 1 and go to Stage 2 later on. I just like to make sure all options are expressed, including ones that save you all money

Feel free to send us a message if you have any questions.
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Originally Posted by Jack Ma
was told by my tuner that this was possible. Is it? I have secondary cat delete and everything else stock. 2016 C63s.
hey man I’m thinking of doing secondary cat delete on my c63s coupe.. how does it sound? I’m honestly in love with the sound of the car and wouldn’t wanna change it at all, just wish it was a tad bit louder... will the secondary cat delete achieve this?
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Old Apr 26, 2021 | 09:11 PM
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Originally Posted by brianc63s
hey man I’m thinking of doing secondary cat delete on my c63s coupe.. how does it sound? I’m honestly in love with the sound of the car and wouldn’t wanna change it at all, just wish it was a tad bit louder... will the secondary cat delete achieve this?
yes you’ll have zero regrets if that’s what you’re looking for 👌
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Old Apr 26, 2021 | 09:19 PM
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yes you’ll have zero regrets if that’s what you’re looking for 👌
sweet! Is there any drone at highway speeds? Or rasp?
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Old Apr 26, 2021 | 09:59 PM
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sweet! Is there any drone at highway speeds? Or rasp?
basically it sounds exactly like stock but 20% louder. Pops and bangs more pronounced as well in sport +. Sounds terrific, wish it was a touch louder to be honest lol. And no drone. You will like it.

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Old Apr 27, 2021 | 06:49 AM
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Originally Posted by 1slick_c63amg
basically it sounds exactly like stock but 20% louder. Pops and bangs more pronounced as well in sport +. Sounds terrific, wish it was a touch louder to be honest lol. And no drone. You will like it.

https://youtu.be/IY0QNhgoWPQ
that sounds SICKKK 🤤

did the shop just weld a pipe to replace the cat or did you order those ridiculously expensive ones that these companies on here sell ? Lol
i seen some companies selling these replacements pipes for 700 lol
BTW sorry for overtaking your post! And thanks for the video it was very helpful in my decision making!
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Old Apr 27, 2021 | 09:01 AM
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Originally Posted by brianc63s
that sounds SICKKK 🤤

did the shop just weld a pipe to replace the cat or did you order those ridiculously expensive ones that these companies on here sell ? Lol
i seen some companies selling these replacements pipes for 700 lol
BTW sorry for overtaking your post! And thanks for the video it was very helpful in my decision making!
Weld a straight pipe in place. It's a little tight on the upper portion so a few shops may not want to do it. I went to a place that has done a few c63s so he had experience and came out perfect.

Sry OP for derailing thread - @brianc63s feel free to PM me with any other questions.
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