SLK55 Xpipe installed

**dsb** · 09-16-2007

Here's a little clip. I changed out my resonator for an Xpipe. Enjoy.

**alroumi** · 09-16-2007

Congradulations, it seems that you finally made your choice. It sounds spectacular and I am in total awe just listening to it.

Amazing!

VitaminT · 09-16-2007

How much does it change the noise in the car when just cruising around town. Also is there a drone when on interstate?

Did you get the SuperSprint unit?

Banned · 09-17-2007

Wonderfull!

Is a x-pipe for a 350 available, too?

**alroumi** · 09-17-2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by VitaminT

How much does it change the noise in the car when just cruising around town. Also is there a drone when on interstate?

Did you get the SuperSprint unit?

I was the first member to get the SuperSprint/Carlsson unit, basically a guinea pig as my car was the tester.

Do a search on youtube under "MeanMachineQ8" for 2 videos of my car with the Kleemann 200 cell 3" sport primary catalytics and with the SuperSprint/Carlsson X pipe.

**dsb** · 09-17-2007

Thanks for the compliments! I wanted to record various clips to give everyone the total effect.

Okay, so here's the deal. First, I looked into the costly Supersprint X-pipe. However, I work in the mortgage industry which is a bit lacking at the time. In the spirit of keeping costs down, I decided to hold off for now on any mods. Then I heard a couple members 55's that replaced the resonator with straight pipes. All of a sudden, my 55 sounded weak. The straight pipes sounded good but was a bit too loud. I thought the Xpipe would be a good compromise. Hearing Alroumi's car helped seal the deal.

I ultimately decided to save hundreds of dollars by purchasing a Magnaflow unit instead. Installed, it cost about $180.

It sounds great plus it only comes alive when I want. That means I can drive regularly without anyone noticing a difference. Or, I can put my foot down where its quite clear something's changed.

Cruising around, there is no drone. There is only a very slight hum if you're traveling 50-70 and lightly accelerate. Yet, it is not intrusive at all. I highly recommend it.

Addicted2Speed · 09-17-2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by dsb

Thanks for the compliments! I wanted to record various clips to give everyone the total effect.

Okay, so here's the deal. First, I looked into the costly Supersprint X-pipe. However, I work in the mortgage industry which is a bit lacking at the time. In the spirit of keeping costs down, I decided to hold off for now on any mods. Then I heard a couple members 55's that replaced the resonator with straight pipes. All of a sudden, my 55 sounded weak. The straight pipes sounded good but was a bit too loud. I thought the Xpipe would be a good compromise. Hearing Alroumi's car helped seal the deal.

I ultimately decided to save hundreds of dollars by purchasing a Magnaflow unit instead. Installed, it cost about $180.

It sounds great plus it only comes alive when I want. That means I can drive regularly without anyone noticing a difference. Or, I can put my foot down where its quite clear something's changed.

Cruising around, there is no drone. There is only a very slight hum if you're traveling 50-70 and lightly accelerate. Yet, it is not intrusive at all. I highly recommend it.

DSB, I also want to replace my resonator with an X-pipe. Do you have a part # for this magnaflow X-pipe? I can't find it on their website...

P.S. Do you feel any difference in throttle response or power?

**alroumi** · 09-17-2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by Addicted2Speed

DSB, I also want to replace my resonator with an X-pipe. Do you have a part # for this magnaflow X-pipe? I can't find it on their website...

P.S. Do you feel any difference in throttle response or power?

X pipe's in general are a good application for supercharged cars in general, I am not sure it either helps keep the torque up or not lose that much back pressure.

**webslinger** · 09-18-2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by dsb

...I ultimately decided to save hundreds of dollars by purchasing a Magnaflow unit instead. Installed, it cost about $180....

Who in NorCal did the install for you? Or did you do it yourself?

**etyu** · 09-18-2007

Nice sound on the exhausts.

**dsb** · 09-18-2007

Thanks for the new compliments!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Addicted2Speed

DSB, I also want to replace my resonator with an X-pipe. Do you have a part # for this magnaflow X-pipe? I can't find it on their website...

P.S. Do you feel any difference in throttle response or power?

It's their universal Xpipe. I can't remember if it's the 2.5" (model# 10791) or the 2.25" (model# 10790). I called a local muffler shop that had both in stock so that made it simple. I just went there and they installed whichever one fit right. I glanced at the invoice but it only reads Magnaflow and doesn't mention which model number.

I'd like to say I noticed a difference in power but I'm really not sure. It was more about sound quality than power increase. Well worth it IMO. No difference in throttle response. If you want that, maybe get a Sprintbooster. I know they're controversial but it does make a significant difference. I don't have one but drove CJ's car. It was night and day compared to mine. I might get one in the future but I'm trying to take it slow with the mods.

Quote:

Originally Posted by webslinger

Who in NorCal did the install for you? Or did you do it yourself?

I had it installed in Sacramento. The shop was Muffler Tech off Madison ave. I think any decent shop can pull it off. 4 quick cuts and a bit of welding.

noregret4life · 09-19-2007

dsb, very well done. Sounds amazing. Congrats on the mod.

makes me wish i had a v8 to sound like that....

dl10v07 · 11-13-2007

is it available to the 350s??

cyberdrakon · 11-13-2007

i don't beleive the 350s will benefit from an Xpipe due to their exhaust design.

**Ynot** · 11-14-2007

A very late congrats, didn't knew this thread existed. Sounds mean as hell. Good job.

V8SLK · 11-14-2007

OUTSTANDING! your car has always been one of my favorites, this just adds to its appeal.

**dsb** · 11-15-2007

Thanks fellas...

I do like the extra volume. Makes it a bit more aggressive especially when I decelerate in M mode

coming to a stop.

Now I need to get some more videos and pics together before the weather turns. Not much time left.

09-16-2007	#1 (permalink)
dsb Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: NorCal Vehicle: '06 slk55 Posts: 1,176 Country: Thanks: 67 Thanked 120 Times in 42 Posts	SLK55 Xpipe installed Here's a little clip. I changed out my resonator for an Xpipe. Enjoy. __________________ SOLD! 06 Mercedes Benz SLK55 Caspian Blue / Black & Ash *To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.*

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09-17-2007	#6 (permalink)
dsb Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: NorCal Vehicle: '06 slk55 Posts: 1,176 Country: Thanks: 67 Thanked 120 Times in 42 Posts	Thanks for the compliments! I wanted to record various clips to give everyone the total effect. Okay, so here's the deal. First, I looked into the costly Supersprint X-pipe. However, I work in the mortgage industry which is a bit lacking at the time. In the spirit of keeping costs down, I decided to hold off for now on any mods. Then I heard a couple members 55's that replaced the resonator with straight pipes. All of a sudden, my 55 sounded weak. The straight pipes sounded good but was a bit too loud. I thought the Xpipe would be a good compromise. Hearing Alroumi's car helped seal the deal. I ultimately decided to save hundreds of dollars by purchasing a Magnaflow unit instead. Installed, it cost about $180. It sounds great plus it only comes alive when I want. That means I can drive regularly without anyone noticing a difference. Or, I can put my foot down where its quite clear something's changed. Cruising around, there is no drone. There is only a very slight hum if you're traveling 50-70 and lightly accelerate. Yet, it is not intrusive at all. I highly recommend it. __________________ SOLD! 06 Mercedes Benz SLK55 Caspian Blue / Black & Ash *To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.*

09-18-2007	#10 (permalink)
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VitaminT Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Alabama Vehicle: 2005 SLK55 Posts: 361 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	How much does it change the noise in the car when just cruising around town. Also is there a drone when on interstate? Did you get the SuperSprint unit?

09-17-2007	#4 (permalink)
Banned Banned Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 1,167 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Wonderfull! Is a x-pipe for a 350 available, too?

09-19-2007	#12 (permalink)
noregret4life Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: NJ Vehicle: '05 SLK350 Posts: 1,092 Country: Thanks: 1 Thanked 17 Times in 11 Posts	dsb, very well done. Sounds amazing. Congrats on the mod. makes me wish i had a v8 to sound like that....

11-13-2007	#13 (permalink)
dl10v07 SLK World Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 2 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	is it available to the 350s??

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cyberdrakon Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: SoCal, USA Vehicle: SLK55 2006 Other Toys: 560SEC 1990, CLK500 2005 Posts: 1,400 Country: Thanks: 24 Thanked 63 Times in 42 Posts	i don't beleive the 350s will benefit from an Xpipe due to their exhaust design.

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V8SLK Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Home of the brave Vehicle: 05 SLK55 AMG Posts: 1,071 Country: Thanks: 40 Thanked 48 Times in 26 Posts	OUTSTANDING! your car has always been one of my favorites, this just adds to its appeal.

11-15-2007	#17 (permalink)
dsb Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: NorCal Vehicle: '06 slk55 Posts: 1,176 Country: Thanks: 67 Thanked 120 Times in 42 Posts	Thanks fellas... I do like the extra volume. Makes it a bit more aggressive especially when I decelerate in M mode coming to a stop. Now I need to get some more videos and pics together before the weather turns. Not much time left. __________________ SOLD! 06 Mercedes Benz SLK55 Caspian Blue / Black & Ash *To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.*

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