F30 335i MPE vs Muffler Delete

FastSleeper · 11-10-2016, 05:12 AM

All,

I would like to get opinions on the Setups listed below. I currently have a 13 F30 335i with MPE and resonator still in place but looking for more sound. Something deeper and more aggressive. Drone does not bother me too much. Thanks in advance.

Option 1: MPE + Resonator Delete
Option 2: Muffler delete with resonator still in place
Option 3: Any options you guys suggest. Not looking to do a catless dp for warranty reasons. Also dont want to buy another exhaust since i already have the MPE.

RoundelM3 · 11-10-2016, 08:17 AM

Leave it as is and spare your neighbors...

mbanks21 · 11-10-2016, 08:28 AM

DP

/end

F yo warranty. DP is the best option for performance and sound. Just take it off if you need warranty work done.

GatorF30 · 11-10-2016, 08:56 AM

Why would you want drone?

FastSleeper · 11-10-2016, 09:42 AM

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Originally Posted by GatorF30

Why would you want drone?

I don't necessarily want drone but again, i can deal with it as long as its not headache pounding. Just looking for the best sounding option.

DG20 · 11-10-2016, 10:24 AM

Definitely try deleting your resonator! You'll get a deeper sound and more crackles!

FastSleeper · 11-10-2016, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by AW F30

Definitely try deleting your resonator! You'll get a deeper sound and more crackles!

Nice. Do you know if the the tone will be louder as well? I want a little more sound.

zibbit · 11-10-2016, 06:56 PM

Obviously if you remove a resonator that's designed to dampen the exhaust note it'll get louder.. I've been contemplating doing that as well.

kpgray · 11-10-2016, 07:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by roundel335

Leave it as is and spare your neighbors...

+1
It may be quiet to you!

Quote:

Originally Posted by AW F30

Definitely try deleting your resonator! You'll get a deeper sound and more crackles!

+1
One small step at time, this will increase sound inexpensively yet you can put it back in and get something else later.

TommyLights · 11-19-2016, 07:21 PM

I have catless downpipes, resonator delete and MPE and it sounds fantastic.

TR-8R · 11-19-2016, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Tomz_M3

I have catless downpipes, resonator delete and MPE and it sounds fantastic.

Any videos?

Chicken_Joe · 11-20-2016, 03:38 PM

I have videos of my MPE without resonator. Sounds good. I now have a different exhaust but it is a nice growl vs straight piped

FastSleeper · 11-20-2016, 04:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Chicken_Joe

I have videos of my MPE without resonator. Sounds good. I now have a different exhaust but it is a nice growl vs straight piped

Post videos please

Kaps335i · 11-20-2016, 07:37 PM

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Originally Posted by AW F30

Definitely try deleting your resonator! You'll get a deeper sound and more crackles!

Does the resonator delete cause droning inside the car? I know the OP doesn't care, but I am curious for myself. I like the additional backfires as it reminds me of the Camaro's I used to own.

J_MENIS · 11-22-2016, 06:39 PM

I have No cats, resonator or muffler. IMO the muffler delete alone, was not loud enough because I could barely hear it in cabin. Paired with the cat delete it was perfect. But I wanted more so then i did the resonator delete.

Drone is subjective and IMO it is bare able for me with this setup, and not too bad

Askadry · 11-23-2016, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by BimmerBoy302

All,

I would like to get opinions on the Setups listed below. I currently have a 13 F30 335i with MPE and resonator still in place but looking for more sound. Something deeper and more aggressive. Drone does not bother me too much. Thanks in advance.

Option 1: MPE + Resonator Delete
Option 2: Muffler delete with resonator still in place
Option 3: Any options you guys suggest. Not looking to do a catless dp for warranty reasons. Also dont want to buy another exhaust since i already have the MPE.

Before and after resonator delete with wagner catless dp & stock exhaust.

Videos......Before and after removing exhaust resonator http://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1311916

BimmerF32_430i · 11-23-2016, 10:44 AM

IMO res delete doesn't make enough of a difference to make you happy, especially if you're after sound, and even more especially since you're considering a muffler delete. I did a res delete with stock and i had a few crackles but not much. Had a muffler delete and while the drone wasn't horrible, it gave me a headache on highways.

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Chicken_Joe Lieutenant Colonel 606 Rep 1,782 Posts Drives: 2013 F30 335i M Sport. EB 6M Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Frontenac, Missouri iTrader: (3)	I have videos of my MPE without resonator. Sounds good. I now have a different exhaust but it is a nice growl vs straight piped __________________ 13' 335i M Sport. EBII/Coral Red 6MT. RPI GT exhaust, Resonator delete, PS1, GFB DV , BM3 Stage 2, ER CP, VRSF DP, VRSF 5.5in Stepped FMIC, Dinan Shockware. Carbon M Performance rear diffuser. M4 trunk lip. Conti DWS06 225/40/19 and 255/35/19
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