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      10-19-2012, 11:02 AM   #1
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Question M Performance Exhaust on the F30?

I just purchased a 2012 335i (F30) and wanted to get some Dinan parts installed prior to picking it up next week - only to find that Dinan hasn't released anything.

I ended up getting the dealership to match the 15% special Dinan is currently offering, and got the exhaust purchased and installed for $1100 (or something).

First, I haven't seen "exhaustive" reviews of the M Performance on the 2012-2013 F30's...any thoughts?

Sound?
Sight?
Fury?

Additionally, I don't expect massive gains (Dinan quotes only a few for their exhaust system), but has anyone actually dynoed pre and post?

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there are some posts in this N55 section with sound clips of the exhaust.

See this one for example: http://www.f30post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=755754
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I'll post pictures and updates tomorrow once I deliver (if I deliver, f'in dealer)...
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seriously OP? like 10 out of the top 15 hits in this section all specifically mention the exhaust in their title ... use an already established thread to post questions etc. help us keep the clutter clean
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op, make sure to reports back how the mperformance sounds and maybe a video/sound clip too
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      10-22-2012, 09:32 AM   #6
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Will do Justinuuum...to others, sorry for multiple posts on the same thread, I guess I'll distinguish my thread with some pics and video/sound.

I'll even PS my pictures...
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seriously OP? like 10 out of the top 15 hits in this section all specifically mention the exhaust in their title ... use an already established thread to post questions etc. help us keep the clutter clean

One thread will not kill you, play nice....don't you remember the day you picked up your car? Congrats OP and searching never hurt, but do indeed post up those pics!
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One thread will not kill you, play nice....don't you remember the day you picked up your car? Congrats OP and searching never hurt, but do indeed post up those pics!
Thanks Dave, as promised, here are pictures...and an idle video. I'll post more videos this week, but honestly, first impression is its tame.






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Thanks Dave, as promised, here are pictures...and an idle video. I'll post more videos this week, but honestly, first impression is its tame.






[u2b]http://youtu.be/-fY-GVYSJmg[/u2b]
you need about 1000 miles to break down the sound insulation, it sounds better over time everyone says. how do you think it compares to stock?
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you need about 1000 miles to break down the sound insulation, it sounds better over time everyone says. how do you think it compares to stock?
OH! That explains it...yeah, it's breaking in for sure, it's got a stink to it right now...(burning stink).

Compared to stock, distinct, but not V8 loud. In sport, the burble is awesome. You won't hear it under comfort or Eco Pro.

When you want to hear it (WOT), it's about 15% more noticeable. The HKS exhaust would be louder (if that's an option for some).
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if I could just learn how to embed the video, I could show everyone, lol!

Mine was recorded in my garage, so it should've been louder...I think the breakin period might be warranted for a full assessment, the 15% louder is my opinion.
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if I could just learn how to embed the video, I could show everyone, lol!

Mine was recorded in my garage, so it should've been louder...I think the breakin period might be warranted for a full assessment, the 15% louder is my opinion.
i will delete that video so it doesnt clutter up your thread, just copy and paste the yout tube link it will automaticaal embed it
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sounds dam good
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thanks Dave...
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updated video after 1000 miles of driving, def deeper
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updated video after 1000 miles of driving, def deeper
Fixed that for ya!

Sounds like mine!
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thanks! How in god's name do I do it correctly?
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Damn!! 1k miles in 2 weeks?!!
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Damn!! 1k miles in 2 weeks?!!
yup...i drive 120 miles a day, which doesnt incude days i'm in class, wich adds an additional 50 miles to the commute.

i'm the self-proclaimed long-term tester for the boards
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So from the videos I just watched, the exhaust sounds pretty soft when it is first installed and not broken in, but after 1K Miles and broken in, it sounds deep and nice.

Is this the consensus with everyone who has one of these exhausts?
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Yup, and I'm at a total of 1500 miles on it now, and it's still getting deeper...I'm loving it.
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