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#2
Even if there was, it would be a waste of money.
Have a straight pipe welded in place of the muffler, $100 later...you have an amazing sounding Cooper. I've gotten so many compliments on how my car sounds with this setup...it's amazing such a tiny little motor can make such great noise. You would think with no muffler it would be way loud...but it's not at all, the turbo muffles the sound quite a bit.
I keep meaning to get a sound clip of it, but haven't got around to it. Maybe today I'll try.
Have a straight pipe welded in place of the muffler, $100 later...you have an amazing sounding Cooper. I've gotten so many compliments on how my car sounds with this setup...it's amazing such a tiny little motor can make such great noise. You would think with no muffler it would be way loud...but it's not at all, the turbo muffles the sound quite a bit.
I keep meaning to get a sound clip of it, but haven't got around to it. Maybe today I'll try.
#3
#4
I'm just a bit hesitant to modify stock parts. I try to use bolt on parts wherever possible so I can put it back to stock when I sell it. I'd also really like to have an exhaust with an electronic valve like the JCW so I don't always have to deal with it if I don't feel like it.
#5
I'm just a bit hesitant to modify stock parts. I try to use bolt on parts wherever possible so I can put it back to stock when I sell it. I'd also really like to have an exhaust with an electronic valve like the JCW so I don't always have to deal with it if I don't feel like it.
#6
Even if there was, it would be a waste of money.
Have a straight pipe welded in place of the muffler, $100 later...you have an amazing sounding Cooper. I've gotten so many compliments on how my car sounds with this setup...it's amazing such a tiny little motor can make such great noise. You would think with no muffler it would be way loud...but it's not at all, the turbo muffles the sound quite a bit.
I keep meaning to get a sound clip of it, but haven't got around to it. Maybe today I'll try.
Have a straight pipe welded in place of the muffler, $100 later...you have an amazing sounding Cooper. I've gotten so many compliments on how my car sounds with this setup...it's amazing such a tiny little motor can make such great noise. You would think with no muffler it would be way loud...but it's not at all, the turbo muffles the sound quite a bit.
I keep meaning to get a sound clip of it, but haven't got around to it. Maybe today I'll try.
#7
I got some video clips from an iPhone yesterday, so they are not the best but I will have to post them up soon when I get around to it.
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#9
Muffler, pipe, exhaust , catback etc- pretty confusing stuff other than the fact that I too crave a gruntier sound from my beloved and unique 1.5L motor! I think you may have saved me $$ thanks ThumperMCS. I'm going to approach a local tuning shop who helped me out with an older GTI. Sounds like simple metal work that doesn't have to be performed by Mini ?
#10
Muffler, pipe, exhaust , catback etc- pretty confusing stuff other than the fact that I too crave a gruntier sound from my beloved and unique 1.5L motor! I think you may have saved me $$ thanks ThumperMCS. I'm going to approach a local tuning shop who helped me out with an older GTI. Sounds like simple metal work that doesn't have to be performed by Mini ?
#12
I had my muffler delete done today (I was holding out for the upcoming Quicksilver exhaust for the 3 cylinder but was swayed by this thread!).
Well it sounds awesome
Deep and throaty.
I'm only home to post this then out driving again for the aural pleasures!
Thanks for the excellent recommendation.
Here in Canada I was charged $ 200 and they added a hanger support.
Well it sounds awesome
Deep and throaty.
I'm only home to post this then out driving again for the aural pleasures!
Thanks for the excellent recommendation.
Here in Canada I was charged $ 200 and they added a hanger support.
#13
I had my muffler delete done today (I was holding out for the upcoming Quicksilver exhaust for the 3 cylinder but was swayed by this thread!).
Well it sounds awesome
Deep and throaty.
I'm only home to post this then out driving again for the aural pleasures!
Thanks for the excellent recommendation.
Here in Canada I was charged $ 200 and they added a hanger support.
Well it sounds awesome
Deep and throaty.
I'm only home to post this then out driving again for the aural pleasures!
Thanks for the excellent recommendation.
Here in Canada I was charged $ 200 and they added a hanger support.
#14
Is it the centre box (part 1 in the below) that you guys have replaced with a straight pipe or the back box? (I'm in the UK so I'm not sure the US terms muffler etc...)
I'm currently looking at the QuickSilver exhaust but if it's as easy as removing the centre box then I'll give that a go first.
I'm currently looking at the QuickSilver exhaust but if it's as easy as removing the centre box then I'll give that a go first.
Last edited by kevpem; 04-01-2015 at 07:14 AM.
#15
I had my muffler delete done today (I was holding out for the upcoming Quicksilver exhaust for the 3 cylinder but was swayed by this thread!).
Well it sounds awesome
Deep and throaty.
I'm only home to post this then out driving again for the aural pleasures!
Thanks for the excellent recommendation.
Here in Canada I was charged $ 200 and they added a hanger support.
Well it sounds awesome
Deep and throaty.
I'm only home to post this then out driving again for the aural pleasures!
Thanks for the excellent recommendation.
Here in Canada I was charged $ 200 and they added a hanger support.
Thanks!
#16
Absolutely fine - I do nothing other than "human" speeds to avoid the subhuman fines! It actually seems to be quieter at speed - no doubt as I'm in a higher gear doing less revs. It never prevents me from enjoying the fine HK stereo
#17
Is it the centre box (part 1 in the below) that you guys have replaced with a straight pipe or the back box? (I'm in the UK so I'm not sure the US terms muffler etc...)
I'm currently looking at the QuickSilver exhaust but if it's as easy as removing the centre box then I'll give that a go first.
I'm currently looking at the QuickSilver exhaust but if it's as easy as removing the centre box then I'll give that a go first.
#18
I went to a rather generic looking exhaust/muffler shop in an industrial part of town (Richmond,BC). They performed the mod as I waited and sat in their lounge on what looked liked 50 year old furniture. No free coffee or anything Apparently any exhaust business that can do basic cutting and welding should be able to perform the job. Good luck!
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#21
Hi, new member on this forum, really enjoying reading all great info on this forum. I will soon get my F55 Cooper.
I found this video with resonator and muffler delete, this engine i really sounds great. Personally I plan to go for muffler delete only. Have you any recomendation on exhaust tips, dual (one on each side) or twin on one side? http://youtu.be/fp7g6vPqOl4
They are now offering ECU tunes for Cooper (full BMW F-series range). I have an offer from ZIP tuning: http://www.ziptuning.se/pdf/pdf.php?mod=car&mid=12426&lang_id=SE&stage_code=S1 CH1&crm_id=170106
Personally I think Cooper is the sweet spot in the new Mini range. Light weight engine with character, great sound and tuning potential. Reminds me of when BMW 335i with N54 engine was the best choice in the model range, look at the engine specs in the new M3/M4...
BR
/Swede
I found this video with resonator and muffler delete, this engine i really sounds great. Personally I plan to go for muffler delete only. Have you any recomendation on exhaust tips, dual (one on each side) or twin on one side? http://youtu.be/fp7g6vPqOl4
They are now offering ECU tunes for Cooper (full BMW F-series range). I have an offer from ZIP tuning: http://www.ziptuning.se/pdf/pdf.php?mod=car&mid=12426&lang_id=SE&stage_code=S1 CH1&crm_id=170106
Personally I think Cooper is the sweet spot in the new Mini range. Light weight engine with character, great sound and tuning potential. Reminds me of when BMW 335i with N54 engine was the best choice in the model range, look at the engine specs in the new M3/M4...
BR
/Swede
#22
Hi, new member on this forum, really enjoying reading all great info on this forum. I will soon get my F55 Cooper.
I found this video with resonator and muffler delete, this engine i really sounds great. Personally I plan to go for muffler delete only. Have you any recomendation on exhaust tips, dual (one on each side) or twin on one side? http://youtu.be/fp7g6vPqOl4
They are now offering ECU tunes for Cooper (full BMW F-series range). I have an offer from ZIP tuning: http://www.ziptuning.se/pdf/pdf.php?mod=car&mid=12426&lang_id=SE&stage_code=S1 CH1&crm_id=170106
Personally I think Cooper is the sweet spot in the new Mini range. Light weight engine with character, great sound and tuning potential. Reminds me of when BMW 335i with N54 engine was the best choice in the model range, look at the engine specs in the new M3/M4...
BR
/Swede
I found this video with resonator and muffler delete, this engine i really sounds great. Personally I plan to go for muffler delete only. Have you any recomendation on exhaust tips, dual (one on each side) or twin on one side? http://youtu.be/fp7g6vPqOl4
They are now offering ECU tunes for Cooper (full BMW F-series range). I have an offer from ZIP tuning: http://www.ziptuning.se/pdf/pdf.php?mod=car&mid=12426&lang_id=SE&stage_code=S1 CH1&crm_id=170106
Personally I think Cooper is the sweet spot in the new Mini range. Light weight engine with character, great sound and tuning potential. Reminds me of when BMW 335i with N54 engine was the best choice in the model range, look at the engine specs in the new M3/M4...
BR
/Swede