Muffler help with Mtech Bumper

[carlova789]

They won't have a difference in sound. I heard a magnaflow on a 525i before and it was a lot quieter than my 530i. Sounded like stock.

[bmwahba46]

They won't have a difference in sound. I heard a magnaflow on a 525i before and it was a lot quieter than my 530i. Sounded like stock.

Hmm, that's not a good thing is it? I mean, I don't want it insanely loud but I want to have a deeper, sportier tone...

[fmzip]

I am not sure Carlova explained himself clearly....

Are you saying the two mufflers 14815 & 14816 don't have a sound difference? Was the magnaflow on the 525 that you heard the same magnaflow on your 530?

Worse case scenario, if it's not loud enough, you can just remove a resonator on your 525.

[bmwahba46]

Yeah, that's what I'd like to know.

If it sounds stock then whats the point

[fmzip]

well, for me if it sounded stock, i would have been just as happy. The appearance would have been sufficient for me.

The ultimate driving experience need not to be messed with.............

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Hmm well I don't have an M rear bumper, so I'd be planning on making a cutout.

Would the 14816 be a bad idea to use since I'd have to make a bigger cutout?

Thanks man!

Nothing is a bad idea, it's all personal preference. At 47 I am looking for subtle, at 25 I was looking for bigger and noisier!

[carlova789]

Hmm, that's not a good thing is it? I mean, I don't want it insanely loud but I want to have a deeper, sportier tone...

Sorry I wasn't clear. I meant that the 14815/16 shouldn't be any difference in sound, just appearance.

On a 525i, I heard an oval shaped magnaflow (not sure which model #), but it wasn't as loud as the sound of my 530i. I believe he installed magnaflow cats as well, iirc. It had a cute little rumble though.

[fmzip]

thoughts on this license plate frame to compliment the CF diffuser:

[Solo12]

I think the screw covers need to be cf and I think the black behind the bmw lettering needs to be cf.

This style in cf would look best I think
http://www.autosportcatalog.com/lice...ate-frames.cfm

If it can be black instead of cf weather tech sells them for a pretty good price. Although they do have weather tech etched in them, which may or may not be a problem.
http://www.weathertech.com/plateframe/

This hidden design is kinda nice. Although it has integrated polycarbonate cover, which is not legal everywhere and some stupid places actually give you tickets for it.
http://store.carbonfibergear.com/tag...se-plate-frame

cf screw covers. No idea if this store is any good, I just did a google search
http://www.autostuff.com/plscco.html

[fmzip]

Thanks for the input and links. i think the black in the plate above would blend well will my car since it's black?

I don't see CF ones in the two links you provided:

I think the screw covers need to be cf and I think the black behind the bmw lettering needs to be cf.

This style in cf would look best I think
http://www.autosportcatalog.com/lice...ate-frames.cfm


cf screw covers. No idea if this store is any good, I just did a google search
http://www.autostuff.com/plscco.html

[carlova789]

Dont think you'd be able to tell you had a plate frame if you get black. I like the BMW logo though.

[Solo12]

Thanks for the input and links. i think the black in the plate above would blend well will my car since it's black?

I don't see CF ones in the two links you provided:

I think you would be able to tell you have a black frame even though you have a black car with that style frame I posted because the frame sticks out it out a bit it does not sit nearly as flush as the style frame you posted.

Sorry I was not clear. With the first link I meant if you could find one in this style with the integrated screw covers, but a cf version that would be ideal. I did a couple of google searches but was unable to find a cf version. I am not sure if anyone makes one. I just posted that 1st link to give you an idea of the style.

So basically this shape/style, but in cf if someone makes it. I just think this style looks the cleanest/most elegant versus the style with the screw cap covers sticking out. Although you may prefer a plate frame with the BMW lettering on it.
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Or if you were feeling ambitious and have some cf left over you could try and wrap the plate cover. There is a youtube video of some wrapping a license plate frame so I guess it is possible. Although no idea how you would wrap the screw covers.


As far as the screw covers link, yeah that store did not seem to actually show a pic of cf screw covers, but it did list them. Maybe they don't have the cf pattern, maybe the cf ones are just matte black.

I think you were just referring to those links not having cf parts, but in case that other link with the cf frame is not working here is a shot of it.
6-targarmur-ferrari-license-plate-frame.jpg

fyi I also ran across these which I think might be a bit over the top and a little expensive.
http://www.amazon.com/Carbon-Fiber-L.../dp/B008AKPI8Q
They have em on ebay too.
I think I would plastidip the chrome part though.
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[champaign777]

just use black screws for the license plate
NAPA has them, no need these fancy plastics

[aspensilver540]

thoughts on this license plate frame to compliment the CF diffuser:

Would be too much IMO. I don't like CF that screams "look at me!!" the diffuser was done as a more unusual or subtle thing. This would be overkill. Regular black license plate screws are fine too, IMO. The giant BMW black plastic knobs look a bit try hard too. I don't think ever notice anyones license plate screws and thats how it should stay

[motorade1]

just use black screws for the license plate
NAPA has them, no need these fancy plastics

What he said. I vote no license plate frame at all. It adds weight. Its like -5 horsepower.

[fmzip]

I'll post pics when the CF one arrives on Monday. I am thinking the black elements will be lost in the black car.

If it looks wrong, I'll have one for sale soon

[shharks]

Hello All,
I jst finished installing or having my M=tech rear bumper installed. I purchased the M-tech for $375, had it painted and installed for another $250 and while it was at the shop had the muffler shop two doors down put in a Whicked flow tip on the orginal muffler. Here are two pictures of it
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