X-Pipe comparison HELP!

Mar 12, 2009 | 08:16 AM

intellilogic

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'12 E350 Coupe (3rd Benz)

X-Pipe comparison HELP!

So here is the Magnaflow, which everyone recommends ($89)

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Magna...3A1|240%3A1318

Here is this VERY sexy smooth looking unknown ($35)

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/T304-...3A1|240%3A1318

Can I get a better deal on a Magnaflow?

Now its not about looks, but it looks, but it seams the generic is going to have a very smooth throughput. Sound and performance is what is most important here, I don't want to have to replace it when the day comes I get long tube headers and it is backing things up.(I don't think it will) Sound wise, do you think its a safe bet?

Mar 12, 2009 | 08:45 AM

shardul

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As far as I can tell both of them are made by stamping the metal so if the diameter inside both of them is 3 inches then it is a no brainer to choose the cheaper one.

Mar 12, 2009 | 08:51 AM

chawkins2001

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Go with a H pipe design instead man. It has a WAY deeper rumble to it and will make more low end
torque.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Summi...1%7C240%3A1318

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Mar 12, 2009 | 09:52 AM

MRAMG1

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It's hard to see for sure in those pics, but the Ebay $35 looks to have a larger crsoos sectional area, and smoother bends. SO guess what one I would choose

See yeah

Mar 12, 2009 | 11:01 AM

UT_AMG

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Magna flow was recommended to me at the muffler shop. Whatever you do, I wanna hear some clips. Maybe then I can switch to a new setup.

Mar 12, 2009 | 11:18 AM

intellilogic

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Oh yea, it will be fully documented.

Mar 12, 2009 | 11:33 AM

Mathmik

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Quote:

Originally Posted by intellilogic

Oh yea, it will be fully documented.

Who you gonna get to do the work once you get it. I have an HD video cam that I have yet to use so i'm in Tysons everyday except weekends. let me know whats up?

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Mar 12, 2009 | 02:48 PM

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Lots of the W210 E55 guys use the $35 ebay ones with no problems and honestly they flow better than the mags and are smoother than the mags also. Just make sure you get the right size for your application.