M2C Exhaust analysis paralysis

Got f1? · 03-03-2020, 03:29 PM

I think I’ve overdosed on threads and videos on exhaust for my M2C.

I think I want a mid pipe and slip on, so have been stuck between AA Signature and AA Mid with Remus rear.

I’ve seen that general opinion is in favor of the Remus rear with AA mid, but is it worth $500+ more than AA Signature? I don’t plan on changing primary cats soon. Might go to high flow cats in the future.

Thoughts from those with experience?

COChris · 03-03-2020, 04:07 PM

Not to throw you into more analysis and paralysis, but AA appears to have an equal-length system coming out soon.

I will be looking into this as I'm running just the midpipe now and looking for a tad more sound, although downpipes might fix that as well.

Got f1? · 03-03-2020, 04:48 PM

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Originally Posted by COChris

Not to throw you into more analysis and paralysis, but AA appears to have an equal-length system coming out soon.

I will be looking into this as I'm running just the midpipe now and looking for a tad more sound, although downpipes might fix that as well.

Good point. Wonder when that will be announced.

TheRealOrosie · 03-04-2020, 05:43 PM

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Originally Posted by COChris

Not to throw you into more analysis and paralysis, but AA appears to have an equal-length system coming out soon.

I will be looking into this as I'm running just the midpipe now and looking for a tad more sound, although downpipes might fix that as well.

Do you know if the AA midpipe will mate to the M2C MPE without issue? I called AA and they said that it should no problem, but I cant find anyone out there that has done it to confirm.

COChris · 03-04-2020, 05:53 PM

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Originally Posted by TheRealOrosie

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Originally Posted by COChris

Not to throw you into more analysis and paralysis, but AA appears to have an equal-length system coming out soon.

I will be looking into this as I'm running just the midpipe now and looking for a tad more sound, although downpipes might fix that as well.

Do you know if the AA midpipe will mate to the M2C MPE without issue? I called AA and they said that it should no problem, but I cant find anyone out there that has done it to confirm.

I am curious to know that as well.

I did poke around at some point but didn't find any definitive lists of axlebacks compatible with the AA midpipe. And if so, do they need to cut to fit like the stock muffler?

wavyyyy · 03-04-2020, 06:33 PM

MPE needs to be cut for a fact. Not sure of others.

hlm2c · 03-04-2020, 09:47 PM

Remus tips look better than AA imo. The 102mm CF tips are one of the best looking options.

Conissah · 03-04-2020, 10:06 PM

Just as an update, the Milltek equal length setup is below. I'm either going to scoop a used UEL setups on the classifieds, or, and this is my #1 option, the AFE exhaust. It's light, cheap, sounds good, and it's exactly what I'm looking for.

Malakas · 03-04-2020, 10:10 PM

I have the AA mid and Remus Sport Rear. It's a great sound and it looks sharp.

TheRealOrosie · 03-05-2020, 08:14 AM

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MPE needs to be cut for a fact. Not sure of others.

May I ask how you know for a fact? Have you done it, or know someone who has?

Got f1? · 03-05-2020, 08:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Conissah

Just as an update, the Milltek equal length setup is below. I'm either going to scoop a used UEL setups on the classifieds, or, and this is my #1 option, the AFE exhaust. It's light, cheap, sounds good, and it's exactly what I'm looking for.

Definitely like the AFE Price. What do you think about the valve setup? Looks like one valve on one side only making closed valve operation in Efficient on the right side only. What about the stock 2nd valve? Couldn’t see it in the photos.

Sarg33 · 03-05-2020, 08:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Got f1?

Definitely like the AFE Price. What do you think about the valve setup? Looks like one valve on one side only making closed valve operation in Efficient on the right side only. What about the stock 2nd valve? Couldn’t see it in the photos.

+1

Conissah · 03-05-2020, 08:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Got f1?

Definitely like the AFE Price. What do you think about the valve setup? Looks like one valve on one side only making closed valve operation in Efficient on the right side only. What about the stock 2nd valve? Couldn’t see it in the photos.

Yeah it's only a single valve, doesn't bother me at all. The 2nd valve will still be plugged in, but it'll have to get zip-tied up underneath somewhere. The main complaint from most people, as to why they don't buy it, is the single 3" pipe, whereas the AA mid is a 3.5" oval. I'm not going for horsepower records or anything so the extra 0.5" doesn't make a difference.

The single valve and single mid mean less tubing, so I would expect a pretty significant weight loss from going from stock to AFE. There aren't many vids, but from the few I've found, it sounds fantastic.

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Originally Posted by Malakas

I have the AA mid and Remus Sport Rear. It's a great sound and it looks sharp.

This is probably my favorite looking exhaust, and it sounds awesome! If someone can find a good price on a used setup, this would be the move.

Sarg33 · 03-05-2020, 08:55 AM

I am looking for an exhaust that does not have the high pitched sound. It seems when the mid pipe and/or down pipes are replaced all I hear on these videos is a high pitched reverberation that IMO sounds like *ss. I want a throaty low bass sound. Maybe I am too used to American V8s.

Got f1? · 03-06-2020, 01:43 PM

Well, pulled the trigger on the AA mid with Remus rear and CF tips. Thank you mike@x-ph.com !

mike@x-ph.com · 03-06-2020, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Got f1?

Well, pulled the trigger on the AA mid with Remus rear and CF tips. Thank you mike@x-ph.com !

My pleasure

hlm2c · 03-08-2020, 01:21 AM

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Originally Posted by TheRealOrosie

May I ask how you know for a fact? Have you done it, or know someone who has?

Stock exhaust is all one piece from midpipe to rear. How else would you intend to install your MPE rear without cutting lol?

TheRealOrosie · 03-08-2020, 07:24 AM

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Originally Posted by hlm2c

Stock exhaust is all one piece from midpipe to rear. How else would you intend to install your MPE rear without cutting lol?

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WTF are you talking about? MPE is already installed with stock mid-pipe.

hlm2c · 03-08-2020, 07:34 AM

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Originally Posted by TheRealOrosie

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WTF are you talking about? MPE is already installed with stock mid-pipe.

Have you been under your own car to look at how it's connected? Someone had to cut your stock exhaust and attach your MPE to your stock mid pipe.

TheRealOrosie · 03-08-2020, 07:37 AM

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Originally Posted by hlm2c

Have you been under your own car to look at how it's connected? Someone had to cut your stock exhaust and attach your MPE to your stock mid pipe.

I know that. Was curious if MORE cutting was needed to fit the AA pipe with the already installed MPE, as nobody has seemed to have done it on here already, or at least has not chimed in.

I already figured it out, so you can go “lol” on another reply.

Moflow · 03-08-2020, 10:09 AM

This thread is like exhaust analysis paralysis dialysis.

Got f1? · 03-08-2020, 06:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Moflow

This thread is like exhaust analysis paralysis dialysis.

Very true! Glad I've made a decision and hopefully am past it.

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COChris Captain 889 Rep 739 Posts Drives: M2C Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: West iTrader: (1)	Not to throw you into more analysis and paralysis, but AA appears to have an equal-length system coming out soon. I will be looking into this as I'm running just the midpipe now and looking for a tad more sound, although downpipes might fix that as well.
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hlm2c Lieutenant 290 Rep 408 Posts Drives: M2C Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: US/Korea iTrader: (1)	Remus tips look better than AA imo. The 102mm CF tips are one of the best looking options.
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Conissah Major 1576 Rep 1,049 Posts Drives: 2018 M3 Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Charlotte, NC iTrader: (1)	Just as an update, the Milltek equal length setup is below. I'm either going to scoop a used UEL setups on the classifieds, or, and this is my #1 option, the AFE exhaust. It's light, cheap, sounds good, and it's exactly what I'm looking for.
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Malakas Lieutenant 470 Rep 454 Posts Drives: 2020 M2c Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Houston, TX iTrader: (0)	I have the AA mid and Remus Sport Rear. It's a great sound and it looks sharp.
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Sarg33 Lieutenant 555 Rep 542 Posts Drives: 2021 X3M Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: Missouri iTrader: (0)	I am looking for an exhaust that does not have the high pitched sound. It seems when the mid pipe and/or down pipes are replaced all I hear on these videos is a high pitched reverberation that IMO sounds like *ss. I want a throaty low bass sound. Maybe I am too used to American V8s.
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Got f1? Captain 681 Rep 855 Posts Drives: 06 E46 ZHP, 20 X3M, M2CS Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Ohio iTrader: (0)	Well, pulled the trigger on the AA mid with Remus rear and CF tips. Thank you mike@x-ph.com !
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Moflow Lieutenant Colonel 2485 Rep 1,602 Posts Drives: 2020 M2C 6MT Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Seattle iTrader: (0)	This thread is like exhaust analysis paralysis dialysis.
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