Calling Supersprint exhaust system owners

**Mike R** · 16-05-2013, 01:49 PM

My car has the Supersprint CATs and intermediate pipes on, but the standard back-box. I do have the Race back-box, but am unsure about putting it on, as I am enjoying using the car for long distance driving.

Obviously my question is, how much louder inside the car is it with this on? I don't want it to be any more boomy than it already is? Is it bearable?

Neil M · 16-05-2013, 02:25 PM

I would think, that the previous owner had the dilemma, he obviously found the answer and reverted back to the OEM back box, to minimise the cumulative effects of the drone and hearing loss at speed - pardon!

**Mike R** · 16-05-2013, 02:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Neil M

I would think, that the previous owner had the dilemma, he obviously found the answer and reverted back to the OEM back box, to minimise the cumulative effects of the drone and hearing loss at speed - pardon!

Everyone's different, he's gone to an Aston Martin, so obviously prefers something more cultured

. I suppose I could fit it see what I think and just swap it back it it's too much.

I was just hoping for someone to comment that has it on their car and uses it regularly

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**glendog74** · 16-05-2013, 03:22 PM

In my experience of a few different exhaust setups on my CSL, it is the 100 cell cats that contributed most to any increased noise/drone.

**Mike R** · 16-05-2013, 03:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by glendog74

In my experience of a few different exhaust setups on my CSL, it is the 100 cell cats that contributed most to any increased noise/drone.

Mmmmm, mine has those......

Monkey · 16-05-2013, 08:11 PM

The Supersprint back box is loud, no 2 ways about it! Particularly on cold start, very raw sound indeed.

I've done a fair few motorway miles in a track prepped M3 though, and beyond a slight drone I cant say it bothered me that much. It was mostly noticable on acceleration. Its all down to personal preferrence at the end of the day. I know this particular car has race cats, and only just slips under the 105db test at circuits.

Its only a 1/2 hour job to slip it on (assuming the flanges are in reasonable condition), might be worth doing and see how you go.

cslsuperfan · 16-05-2013, 09:59 PM

Mike,

I have the complete system less headers

ss lightweight racing backbox
ss 100 cell cats
ss mid section with resonator

it sounds epic....it should @ 4K!!

cats were the last addition...have to say these have transformed the sound of the car

get the backbox on!!!!! you'll love it

mattCSLnut · 16-05-2013, 11:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cslsuperfan

Mike,

I have the complete system less headers

ss lightweight racing backbox
ss 100 cell cats
ss mid section with resonator

it sounds epic....it should @ 4K!!

get the backbox on!!!!! you'll love it

+1

it's EPIC !

**$w!ft** · 17-05-2013, 03:28 AM

I have the supersprint lightweight racing backbox, makes a huge difference to the sound of the car and tips are larger which looks good.

It can get a little loud at times, it depends how far down you keep your foot on the highway!

**cantfind1** · 17-05-2013, 06:53 AM

You think SS is loud...try this..

http://store.bimmerworld.com/bimmerw...ion-p1682.aspx

I have full SS system including headers and resonated centre....its fine on the motorway drones between 2000-3000rpm..

16-05-2013, 01:49 PM	#1
Mike R S6, Sport On, Traction Off Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Norwich Posts: 1,585 Casino cash: $17591	Calling Supersprint exhaust system owners My car has the Supersprint CATs and intermediate pipes on, but the standard back-box. I do have the Race back-box, but am unsure about putting it on, as I am enjoying using the car for long distance driving. Obviously my question is, how much louder inside the car is it with this on? I don't want it to be any more boomy than it already is? Is it bearable? __________________ Mike R Sarcasm is just a free service I provide. Nordschleife, there's only two barriers to worry about - the ones on the left and the ones on the right . CSL number 044

16-05-2013, 02:25 PM	#2
Neil M Driving it like I nicked it Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Manchester Posts: 2,340 Casino cash: $19143	I would think, that the previous owner had the dilemma, he obviously found the answer and reverted back to the OEM back box, to minimise the cumulative effects of the drone and hearing loss at speed - pardon! __________________ “With the CSL, BMW have achieved The Ultimate Driving Machine” SG CSL '051'

16-05-2013, 03:22 PM	#4
glendog74 CSL Register Uber-poster! Tetris Champion! Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Cornwall Posts: 8,861 Casino cash: $32299	In my experience of a few different exhaust setups on my CSL, it is the 100 cell cats that contributed most to any increased noise/drone. __________________ Cha'mone Mother F**ker!

16-05-2013, 09:59 PM	#7
cslsuperfan Driving it like I nicked it Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: wales Posts: 2,222 Casino cash: $19520	supersprint setup Mike, I have the complete system less headers ss lightweight racing backbox ss 100 cell cats ss mid section with resonator it sounds epic....it should @ 4K!! cats were the last addition...have to say these have transformed the sound of the car get the backbox on!!!!! you'll love it

17-05-2013, 03:28 AM	#9
$w!ft S5 - Full Throttle Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: London (W1) Posts: 309 Casino cash: $3311	I have the supersprint lightweight racing backbox, makes a huge difference to the sound of the car and tips are larger which looks good. It can get a little loud at times, it depends how far down you keep your foot on the highway! __________________

16-05-2013, 08:11 PM	#6
Monkey S5 - Full Throttle Join Date: May 2013 Location: Haywards Heath Posts: 266 Casino cash: $7387	The Supersprint back box is loud, no 2 ways about it! Particularly on cold start, very raw sound indeed. I've done a fair few motorway miles in a track prepped M3 though, and beyond a slight drone I cant say it bothered me that much. It was mostly noticable on acceleration. Its all down to personal preferrence at the end of the day. I know this particular car has race cats, and only just slips under the 105db test at circuits. Its only a 1/2 hour job to slip it on (assuming the flanges are in reasonable condition), might be worth doing and see how you go.

17-05-2013, 06:53 AM	#10
cantfind1 S5, Sport Off, DSC M-track Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Sydney Australia Posts: 675 Casino cash: $6490	You think SS is loud...try this.. http://store.bimmerworld.com/bimmerw...ion-p1682.aspx I have full SS system including headers and resonated centre....its fine on the motorway drones between 2000-3000rpm..

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