[M2GT]

Yea I thought it was weird too, but I can definitely feel a difference . Maybe since you already have a M3 it'd feel the same. Good call on the 763s, they look great, but get dirty real fast lol.

Originally Posted by CosmosMpower

Interesting take on the 6MT. I can't tell any difference between the 6MT in my 16 M3, 17 M2 and 19M2C, all 3 feel exactly the same.

I have a set of 763M's coming for my HS silver M2C also, now I need some coilovers and an exhaust.

[CosmosMpower]

Originally Posted by wpw

Yea I thought it was weird too, but I can definitely feel a difference . Maybe since you already have a M3 it'd feel the same. Good call on the 763s, they look great, but get dirty real fast lol.

At least they are easy to clean unlike the 788M!

[Studntloan]

Looks great!

[M2GT]

That's true!

Originally Posted by CosmosMpower

At least they are easy to clean unlike the 788M!

[M2GT]

Photo cred to Matt , so happy with the look.


On a side note I'm noticing that I don't feel the excitement like I had in the OG in wanting to drive the car. I remember when I had the OG, every morning after I woke up I just wanted to drive it. I suspect it is the sound . Well this just makes the decision for Akra easier though. It cannot come soon enough.

[CosmosMpower]

Dang those wheels and suspension combo look great. Can you share your ride height settings? Looks perfect, not too low.

[M2GT]

Thanks! I don't have the alignment sheet, but I think it's 3/4 inch, camber set at -2 degrees and 10 clicks all around. I think the front can go a tiny bit lower, but this is the usual with Ohlins they have the rear lower than the front.

Originally Posted by CosmosMpower

Dang those wheels and suspension combo look great. Can you share your ride height settings? Looks perfect, not too low.

[CosmosMpower]

Originally Posted by wpw

Thanks! I don't have the alignment sheet, but I think it's 3/4 inch, camber set at -2 degrees and 10 clicks all around. I think the front can go a tiny bit lower, but this is the usual with Ohlins they have the rear lower than the front.

Wow it’s only lowered 3/4”? I just put my 763M on my HS and it doesnt look nearly as good

[fullstack]

Nicely done!

[M2GT]

Haha yea I know. Must be lowered in my opinion... doesn't have to be much. I think I might get some spacers up front, it's a little tucked in if you look at it from an angle from front

Originally Posted by CosmosMpower

Wow it’s only lowered 3/4”? I just put my 763M on my HS and it doesnt look nearly as good

[dmboone25]

Wow!

Your car looks great - can't wait to see and hear the Akra on that bad boy. Have you considered a different caliper color? I am thinking I might get those painted red or orange, something bright, that would help contrast the 763s and the pie plate brake discs.



How "salty" are the Ohlins?

[M2GT]

Thanks! I haven't considered a different caliper color, until you brought it up . I think red would really stand out, but I'm fine with silver (for now). I'm pretty sure they're just gonna turn black after some track days.

Originally Posted by dmboone25

Wow!

Your car looks great - can't wait to see and hear the Akra on that bad boy. Have you considered a different caliper color? I am thinking I might get those painted red or orange, something bright, that would help contrast the 763s and the pie plate brake discs.



How "salty" are the Ohlins?

[dmboone25]

Originally Posted by wpw

Thanks! I haven't considered a different caliper color, until you brought it up . I think red would really stand out, but I'm fine with silver (for now). I'm pretty sure they're just gonna turn black after some track days.

Have you ever watched the AMMO detail guy? He has purchased an R8 and has been making upgrades (and accompanying videos) over time. There's a great one where he shows all the behind the scenes steps taken to paint his calipers and wheels, and I am pretty sure the method used is designed to prevent discoloration.

Red would definitely look awesome....I think a bright orange would work well with HS too.

EDIT: Here's the video:

[M2GT]

I'll definitely have to check that out

Originally Posted by dmboone25

Have you ever watched the AMMO detail guy? He has purchased an R8 and has been making upgrades (and accompanying videos) over time. There's a great one where he shows all the behind the scenes steps taken to paint his calipers and wheels, and I am pretty sure the method used is designed to prevent discoloration.

Red would definitely look awesome....I think a bright orange would work well with HS too.

[M2GT]

Hey guys,

Reporting back after installing Akra Evo (Slip on + Linkpipe) on my M2C. I've been waiting for this ever since I got the car. Before yall flame me for spending this much on an exhaust, I'll briefly explain why I chose Akra. I had an 18 M2 with MPE before, so I know that the s55 will never have the tone as a n55. However, I felt like with a good setup it can still sound good, but of course that's just personal opinion. Although the N55 MPE sounded sweet, it droned and rattled and I was annoyed by it even if I didn't want to admit it. So this time I was also looking for quality when I was choosing the exhaust. I actually hated Akra before, thought it was stupidly expensive for no reason. But now I'm a complete fan. The craftsmanship is UNREAL, when I saw it in person I was just amazed. Also I could pick up the rear section with one hand, definitely can't do that with the stock exhaust lol.

I prefer a deep but not too bassy sound but gets higher pitched as the rpm goes higher. After countless hours listening to all the Youtube videos I could find, I found that Akra fit my preference the best. One thing I will say though is that these systems sound completely different in real life vs on video. The other option I had was Remus, but Remus to me sounds deep throughout the rev range. I ruled out Eisenmann and AA because they are too loud and raw to me. In the end, it's all just personal preferences really.

After installation, all I can say is WOW. It completely transformed the car. This is exactly the sound I'm looking for. I am extremely satisfied with the character that Akra has provided the car with. In efficient mode with valves closed, it's EXACTLY the same loudness as stock, super quiet. Sport/Sport+ with valves closed it only gets loud when you really step on it. My favorite right now is Efficient and valves open. Loud and no burbles . You get some burbles in sport and never ending burbles in sport+ when valves are open. Many told me that Akra slip-on is pretty tame, so I also bought the linkpipe. Plus you get a specific sound kit but it's really not needed. I feel like the slip on + linkpipe is the perfect level of sound for me, adding a DP would make it too loud.

I'll attach some pics for now and try to capture the sound on video later. Thanks to MR and CJ41BIG for helping me decide on this, as well as Matt and ACM for everything they've done. I feel like the car is complete now

[Thescout13]

Congrats!

[mhanism]

[devo]

Originally Posted by wpw

Hey guys,

Reporting back after installing Akra Evo (Slip on + Linkpipe) on my M2C. I've been waiting for this ever since I got the car. Before yall flame me for spending this much on an exhaust, I'll briefly explain why I chose Akra. I had an 18 M2 with MPE before, so I know that the s55 will never have the tone as a n55. However, I felt like with a good setup it can still sound good, but of course that's just personal opinion. Although the N55 MPE sounded sweet, it droned and rattled and I was annoyed by it even if I didn't want to admit it. So this time I was also looking for quality when I was choosing the exhaust. I actually hated Akra before, thought it was stupidly expensive for no reason. But now I'm a complete fan. The craftsmanship is UNREAL, when I saw it in person I was just amazed. Also I could pick up the rear section with one hand, definitely can't do that with the stock exhaust lol.

I prefer a deep but not too bassy sound but gets higher pitched as the rpm goes higher. After countless hours listening to all the Youtube videos I could find, I found that Akra fit my preference the best. One thing I will say though is that these systems sound completely different in real life vs on video. The other option I had was Remus, but Remus to me sounds deep throughout the rev range. I ruled out Eisenmann and AA because they are too loud and raw to me. In the end, it's all just personal preferences really.

After installation, all I can say is WOW. It completely transformed the car. This is exactly the sound I'm looking for. I am extremely satisfied with the character that Akra has provided the car with. In efficient mode with valves closed, it's EXACTLY the same loudness as stock, super quiet. Sport/Sport+ with valves closed it only gets loud when you really step on it. My favorite right now is Efficient and valves open. Loud and no burbles . You get some burbles in sport and never ending burbles in sport+ when valves are open. Many told me that Akra slip-on is pretty tame, so I also bought the linkpipe. Plus you get a specific sound kit but it's really not needed. I feel like the slip on + linkpipe is the perfect level of sound for me, adding a DP would make it too loud.

I'll attach some pics for now and try to capture the sound on video later. Thanks to MR and CJ41BIG for helping me decide on this, as well as Matt and ACM for everything they've done. I feel like the car is complete now

Looks fantastic. Did you have to remap the ECU with the addition of the Evo link pipe?

[M2GT]

Nope, but I believe EU cars with the OPF filters would need to remap.

Originally Posted by devo

Looks fantastic. Did you have to remap the ECU with the addition of the Evo link pipe?

[MR.]

Only EU cars need the remap!

Thanks for the kind words and good luck with the exhaust.

MR

[M2GT]

Thanks again MR! Will install ASD harness and report back

Originally Posted by MR.

Only EU cars need the remap!

Thanks for the kind words and good luck with the exhaust.

MR

[KevinM]

Wow, that looks really good! I've never replaced an OE exhaust before, so newbie question - does this void any part of the car's warranty (other than defects in the exhaust of course)?

Did you hear the Akra exhaust without the linkpipe? I'm not looking for louder than stock, but certainly not quieter.

Thanks!