Design and Concept:
Factory BMW exhaust SECTION 1 fr BMW E46 M3Why create an exhaust SECTION 1 when the USA version BMW factory SECTION 1 already comes from the factory as a straight through design with two separate pipes and resonators already built in on one side?
If a performance aftermarket headers was installed, how much better could one gain against the already BMW factory SECTION 1?
Solution:
ThBMW Factory Section 1 with RASP like sounde Active Autowerke Exhaust SECTION 1 only comes into play if the E46 M3 already has a performance header already installed. One will experience a high smell of unburnt fuel. (due to the open exhaust w/o any catalysts) and development of a RASPY like sound of which the BMW S54 engine is notorious for with the BMW Stock Section 1 when equipped. This raspy like sound is a matter of engine sound harmonics at a specific RPM range, a sort of resonance that is very loud and noticeable when the engine is revving at or above 4,000 rpm.
This is the BMW section 1 - where the RASP like noise emits from.
BMW SECTION 1 for Rasp Elimination on BMW E46 M3With the Active Autowerke Exhaust SECTION 1 installed, the BMW performance gains are about the same as running the factory section 1. However, that's impressive considering the exhaust flow is also being filtered while running through a pair of 100 cell catalysts. The power and performance is still there.
Gone is the smell of unburnt fuel. A BIG advantage.
Gone is the RASP like sound. Another BIG advanatge.
FEATURES:
- Designed and recommended for Off Road Use
- Pair of 100 CELL Hi Flow metallic exhaust catalysts included
- No unburnt fuel like smell
- NO RASP like sound
- Brushed Finish for that industrial appeal
- Constructed from 100% 304 stainless steel
- Utilizes factory mounting points for easy bolt-on install
- Two year warranty with Free Tech support
Specifications:
Part Type:DownpipesFitment Spec:Vehicle Specific
⚠️ California Proposition 65 Warning:
This product may expose you to chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer or reproductive harm.
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