Question for RE Diablo owners

mousitch · 02-03-2010, 11:20 PM

Do these things smell funky when new or what? Also I notice they get much louder after they warm up for 10 minutes or so. Is this normal? They seem pretty quiet when cold then get going after it warms up a little.

The__J__Factor · 02-04-2010, 12:56 AM

You didnt leave the plastic wrapping on the exhaust did you? Its really thin, almost cant tell its on there.
I forgot one peice and it smelt. Also my exhaust gets quiter once its fully warmed.

mousitch · 02-04-2010, 01:31 AM

Got the plastic off. Weird that it gets louder and yours quieter. HMM

nesrevival · 02-04-2010, 08:38 AM

quieter is the correct one.. I think...

mousitch · 02-04-2010, 08:47 AM

Maybe not louder just deeper...Make any sense?

david_lm · 02-07-2010, 11:51 PM

Mine also gets quieter ...

lo-tek · 02-10-2010, 03:38 PM

I think mine is making me deaf. I'd like to find a way to tone it down a little bit. I know, too loud too old. I love the tips though

mousitch · 02-10-2010, 04:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lo-tek

I think mine is making me deaf. I'd like to find a way to tone it down a little bit. I know, too loud too old. I love the tips though

I got a pretty good drone between 2000-2500 rpm, but would'nt trade them for anything.

david_lm · 02-11-2010, 02:56 AM

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Originally Posted by mousitch

I got a pretty good drone between 2000-2500 rpm, but would'nt trade them for anything.

That drone is normal I think. It's especially bad when you're in 3rd and 4th in that range and HAVE to be there ... Wouldn't trade mine either.

SlikM · 02-26-2010, 07:42 PM

hey guys could you post some pictures of your cars with the RE on it, i am in the market and i think im convinced on the sound just need to check out the look a little more.

thank you in advance

trsbmw · 02-26-2010, 08:53 PM

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Originally Posted by SlikM

hey guys could you post some pictures of your cars with the RE on it, i am in the market and i think im convinced on the sound just need to check out the look a little more.

thank you in advance

ditto...

mousitch · 03-09-2010, 05:00 PM

Will have some of the car as soon as the weather clears up. Maybe a video too.

The__J__Factor · 03-09-2010, 09:50 PM

New tips look so good. Best looking exhaust for M.

trsbmw · 03-10-2010, 10:40 AM

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Originally Posted by mousitch

Will have some of the car as soon as the weather clears up. Maybe a video too.

Thanks for the pics,,

The__J__Factor · 03-11-2010, 10:58 PM

Now i've got my car ive noticed something about the exhaust, its doing something i dont think its done before. (car has been in the shop for a week)

I got my car back and noticed they straightened up the tips and the tips were sticking out like an inch + from the rear bumper which was awesome since i thought they were a little too flush.
So i parked the car and left it over night - this morning the tips were back to flush again. Drove to work and the tips were sticking out again.

Dont know why but looks like it heats up and exhaust moves out? Its weird. Anyone have this happen before?

nesrevival · 03-12-2010, 05:58 AM

metal expansion... so moves out = very normal

mousitch · 03-12-2010, 07:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The__J__Factor

Now i've got my car ive noticed something about the exhaust, its doing something i dont think its done before. (car has been in the shop for a week)

I got my car back and noticed they straightened up the tips and the tips were sticking out like an inch + from the rear bumper which was awesome since i thought they were a little too flush.
So i parked the car and left it over night - this morning the tips were back to flush again. Drove to work and the tips were sticking out again.

Dont know why but looks like it heats up and exhaust moves out? Its weird. Anyone have this happen before?

Have not noticed this on mine. Wish Mine would stick out an inch more though. Havent found out how to do this yet. Ive tried adjusting 2-3 times. Overall though I'm more than satisfied. Should have pics on car tomorrow. Maybe a sound clip too. Stay away rain.....

mousitch · 03-13-2010, 11:21 AM

Video ready.Cars dirty. Rained today. Sorry. Enjoy.
These are deeper sounding live.

Hers some pics on car.Again sorry about the dirt..

racerbruce · 04-03-2010, 08:16 AM

Greetings -
LOVE the sound of your exhaust!!

Just about settled on Diablos. I was convinced the Rpi was for me, until I read the threads and called Rpi directly....THEY said it's very loud and not for everyone.

Tell me about your ZECKHAUSEN CDV-POWERCHIP TUNE. Where did you purchase? What does it do? Did it increase power? Who installed? Does it violate warranty? Would you recommend?

Thanks!!
Racerbruce

mousitch · 04-03-2010, 01:24 PM

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Originally Posted by racerbruce

Greetings -
LOVE the sound of your exhaust!!

Just about settled on Diablos. I was convinced the Rpi was for me, until I read the threads and called Rpi directly....THEY said it's very loud and not for everyone.

Tell me about your ZECKHAUSEN CDV-POWERCHIP TUNE. Where did you purchase? What does it do? Did it increase power? Who installed? Does it violate warranty? Would you recommend?

Thanks!!
Racerbruce

ZECKHAUSEN CDV-POWERCHIP TUNE are two seperate deals. The modified CDV is just a larger valve to flow more fluid through to engage clutch quicker "CDV delete". Lots of posts on it. The powerchip tune is a pretty good deal. I believe ESS and RPI both have a similar tune. Powerchip is supposed to be coming out with a improved version this summer. Id wait on it then get it. I did both installs. Just through on some H&R springs this morning. Damn red loctite!

racerbruce · 04-03-2010, 07:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mousitch

ZECKHAUSEN CDV-POWERCHIP TUNE are two seperate deals. The modified CDV is just a larger valve to flow more fluid through to engage clutch quicker "CDV delete". Lots of posts on it. The powerchip tune is a pretty good deal. I believe ESS and RPI both have a similar tune. Powerchip is supposed to be coming out with a improved version this summer. Id wait on it then get it. I did both installs. Just through on some H&R springs this morning. Damn red loctite!

Thanks so much -
I'm a newby....I'll review the CDV and take your advice re waiting a bit for the chip upgrade.

Regards
Racerbruce

The__J__Factor · 04-04-2010, 02:15 AM

I'm 100% sure rpi tune = power chip tune.
On the powerchip website they have the same dyno graphs that rpi posted up about their tune.

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mousitch Dark Sider 129 Rep 1,779 Posts Drives: 2008 Space Gray Z4MC Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Missouri iTrader: (11) Garage List 2008 Z4M Coupe [7.50]	Question for RE Diablo owners Do these things smell funky when new or what? Also I notice they get much louder after they warm up for 10 minutes or so. Is this normal? They seem pretty quiet when cold then get going after it warms up a little. __________________ [URL=http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/153/071jt.jpg/] 2008 Space Grey M Coupe-Euro headers-RPI Scoop-Gruppe M CAI-Eisenmann Race Cans-RE X-pipe-ECU Remap with O2 and EGT delete-H&R Sport springs-Zeck CDV delete-Stock Gloss black powder coated wheels-LED Tekarbon Angel Eyes Project-Michelin Super Sports-Hardwired Uniden R7-H&R front and rear spacers-Alarm module added-stereo amp recoded to vert spec settings
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The__J__Factor Major 88 Rep 1,090 Posts Drives: ///M Coupe Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Gold Coast, Australia iTrader: (0)	You didnt leave the plastic wrapping on the exhaust did you? Its really thin, almost cant tell its on there. I forgot one peice and it smelt. Also my exhaust gets quiter once its fully warmed. __________________ 135i N54 manual MR-S with a 2zz swap and mods Sold EVO X MR - Phantom Black - Ti Exhaust - Ti UICP - AQM Intake - Sold Z4 M Coupe - H&R - RE Diablo - RPi - Tekarbon - Sold
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mousitch Dark Sider 129 Rep 1,779 Posts Drives: 2008 Space Gray Z4MC Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Missouri iTrader: (11) Garage List 2008 Z4M Coupe [7.50]	Got the plastic off. Weird that it gets louder and yours quieter. HMM __________________ [URL=http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/153/071jt.jpg/] 2008 Space Grey M Coupe-Euro headers-RPI Scoop-Gruppe M CAI-Eisenmann Race Cans-RE X-pipe-ECU Remap with O2 and EGT delete-H&R Sport springs-Zeck CDV delete-Stock Gloss black powder coated wheels-LED Tekarbon Angel Eyes Project-Michelin Super Sports-Hardwired Uniden R7-H&R front and rear spacers-Alarm module added-stereo amp recoded to vert spec settings
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mousitch Dark Sider 129 Rep 1,779 Posts Drives: 2008 Space Gray Z4MC Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Missouri iTrader: (11) Garage List 2008 Z4M Coupe [7.50]	Maybe not louder just deeper...Make any sense? __________________ [URL=http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/153/071jt.jpg/] 2008 Space Grey M Coupe-Euro headers-RPI Scoop-Gruppe M CAI-Eisenmann Race Cans-RE X-pipe-ECU Remap with O2 and EGT delete-H&R Sport springs-Zeck CDV delete-Stock Gloss black powder coated wheels-LED Tekarbon Angel Eyes Project-Michelin Super Sports-Hardwired Uniden R7-H&R front and rear spacers-Alarm module added-stereo amp recoded to vert spec settings
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02-07-2010, 11:51 PM	#6
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lo-tek I'm a PC 6 Rep 168 Posts Drives: 2012 135i M-Sport Coupe Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Denton, Texas iTrader: (1)	I think mine is making me deaf. I'd like to find a way to tone it down a little bit. I know, too loud too old. I love the tips though
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SlikM First Lieutenant 28 Rep 335 Posts Drives: '08 BSM/Blk M Coupe Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Rancho Cucamonga iTrader: (2)	hey guys could you post some pictures of your cars with the RE on it, i am in the market and i think im convinced on the sound just need to check out the look a little more. thank you in advance
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mousitch Dark Sider 129 Rep 1,779 Posts Drives: 2008 Space Gray Z4MC Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Missouri iTrader: (11) Garage List 2008 Z4M Coupe [7.50]	Will have some of the car as soon as the weather clears up. Maybe a video too. __________________ [URL=http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/153/071jt.jpg/] 2008 Space Grey M Coupe-Euro headers-RPI Scoop-Gruppe M CAI-Eisenmann Race Cans-RE X-pipe-ECU Remap with O2 and EGT delete-H&R Sport springs-Zeck CDV delete-Stock Gloss black powder coated wheels-LED Tekarbon Angel Eyes Project-Michelin Super Sports-Hardwired Uniden R7-H&R front and rear spacers-Alarm module added-stereo amp recoded to vert spec settings
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03-09-2010, 09:50 PM	#13
The__J__Factor Major 88 Rep 1,090 Posts Drives: ///M Coupe Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Gold Coast, Australia iTrader: (0)	New tips look so good. Best looking exhaust for M. __________________ 135i N54 manual MR-S with a 2zz swap and mods Sold EVO X MR - Phantom Black - Ti Exhaust - Ti UICP - AQM Intake - Sold Z4 M Coupe - H&R - RE Diablo - RPi - Tekarbon - Sold
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The__J__Factor Major 88 Rep 1,090 Posts Drives: ///M Coupe Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Gold Coast, Australia iTrader: (0)	Now i've got my car ive noticed something about the exhaust, its doing something i dont think its done before. (car has been in the shop for a week) I got my car back and noticed they straightened up the tips and the tips were sticking out like an inch + from the rear bumper which was awesome since i thought they were a little too flush. So i parked the car and left it over night - this morning the tips were back to flush again. Drove to work and the tips were sticking out again. Dont know why but looks like it heats up and exhaust moves out? Its weird. Anyone have this happen before? __________________ 135i N54 manual MR-S with a 2zz swap and mods Sold EVO X MR - Phantom Black - Ti Exhaust - Ti UICP - AQM Intake - Sold Z4 M Coupe - H&R - RE Diablo - RPi - Tekarbon - Sold
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nesrevival First Lieutenant 28 Rep 392 Posts Drives: Z4MC 07' Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: CA iTrader: (2)	metal expansion... so moves out = very normal
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mousitch Dark Sider 129 Rep 1,779 Posts Drives: 2008 Space Gray Z4MC Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Missouri iTrader: (11) Garage List 2008 Z4M Coupe [7.50]	Video ready.Cars dirty. Rained today. Sorry. Enjoy. These are deeper sounding live. Hers some pics on car.Again sorry about the dirt.. __________________ [URL=http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/153/071jt.jpg/] 2008 Space Grey M Coupe-Euro headers-RPI Scoop-Gruppe M CAI-Eisenmann Race Cans-RE X-pipe-ECU Remap with O2 and EGT delete-H&R Sport springs-Zeck CDV delete-Stock Gloss black powder coated wheels-LED Tekarbon Angel Eyes Project-Michelin Super Sports-Hardwired Uniden R7-H&R front and rear spacers-Alarm module added-stereo amp recoded to vert spec settings Last edited by mousitch; 03-13-2010 at 03:14 PM..
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racerbruce Brigadier General 3854 Rep 3,004 Posts Drives: 21 X3 & 13 335is E93 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Seattle iTrader: (1)	Greetings - LOVE the sound of your exhaust!! Just about settled on Diablos. I was convinced the Rpi was for me, until I read the threads and called Rpi directly....THEY said it's very loud and not for everyone. Tell me about your ZECKHAUSEN CDV-POWERCHIP TUNE. Where did you purchase? What does it do? Did it increase power? Who installed? Does it violate warranty? Would you recommend? Thanks!! Racerbruce
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The__J__Factor Major 88 Rep 1,090 Posts Drives: ///M Coupe Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Gold Coast, Australia iTrader: (0)	I'm 100% sure rpi tune = power chip tune. On the powerchip website they have the same dyno graphs that rpi posted up about their tune. __________________ 135i N54 manual MR-S with a 2zz swap and mods Sold EVO X MR - Phantom Black - Ti Exhaust - Ti UICP - AQM Intake - Sold Z4 M Coupe - H&R - RE Diablo - RPi - Tekarbon - Sold
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