06-05-2019, 09:10 PM | #1 |
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Catless Downpipe Install Help - N20
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I am in the process of installing a catless DP. Long story short, I got everything off, but I am having trouble connecting the new DP to the midpipe. The new DP appears to be a tiny bit larger than the midpipe, and I am now very worried that I purchased the wrong part. My vehicle is a 2015 BMW 320i base model n20 engine, and I purchased the following DP: Ebay Downpipe Page Two questions: Did I buy the wrong catless DP for my vehicle, explaining fitment issues? If so, What is the correct one I should purchase? Thanks in advance everyone! |
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Owns a bmw with a Honda budget. This is what buying cheaper parts will get you. Especially eBay parts. Always spend the extra money to go with a name brand like VSFR. Your drive a BMW that has quality factory parts why put in a cheap knockoff part. That’s my 2 cents. Hopefully it’s good quality. |
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Should be the right one for your car but the quality and fitment is shady because you did not choose a reputable brand.
As mentioned above... take it to an exhaust shop and have it welded on for $50. This is assuming the turbo side fits properly. I would also recommend a new turbo to downpipe gasket. |
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FWIW...
VRSF also has terrible fitment issues on the N20. You must not search well. You very well could be "oh and two." Keep us posted. |
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Alternatively, I can try expanding the mid pipe to try and fit the DP I purchased with fitment issues. How recommended is that? |
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I had same situation with my ebay downpipe.
Since downpipe is just a tube that has same dimensions as stock Cat i wasnt ready to spend 300$ for 1 hour of work. So i just used angle grinder and made the downpipe smaller and pushed the 2 together. Just make sure there are no holes so you wont have any leaks. Honestly its just a bit of work for a lot of money saved. |
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Irts an $88 downpipe, i would not expect it to be a direct bolt on
Your better off returning it and getting a proven brand instead Nice!!
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Just to bring everyone back down to earth...
VRSF has had a ton of fitment issues. If you search this forum, you will see for yourself. Maybe they have improved their processes. Maybe not. Worth the risk? |
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