Your probably not too far off. I kind of expected about 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Most exhaust can be installed easily, but with the wiring for the switch, that at least triples the time.

 

I'm gonna come in Matt's defense here. I too was scheduled to get the WMS exhaust at the Phoenix PP. And it is true that it was only 1-2 days notice that it was not gonna be ready. I too think that it would have been much better if Randy had given people a bit more notice about the lack of exhausts at the PP. Does this mean I won't get a WMS system? Just look at my sig for the answer.

I do not think he is making any childish demands, he is asking a simple question trying to be an informed MINI owner. You need to calm down a bit before posting responses and know the full story and not attack people like this. Those type of knee jerk responses are what drives people away from NAM.

Plus we are paying for a premium product, expecting extra R&D. But by the same token with a premium product should come premium service/support. With some of the problems is commmuncating with WMS in the past, due to high volume of calls/visits, the service hasn't been premium at times. I don't think anyone, including Randy and Brian would argue this. And to their credit they are trying to improve things.

In the end, we are all anxious for this system. We all need to be patient with WMS, as well as each other.

 

I'm still hoping to have it in by Dragon time.

 

I'll have to say you don't need to defend Matt. There was no target.
His post did trigger the thought though and he is definitely not the only one that's impatient. I have been as well.
Being upset or PO'd doesn't get the product to market any sooner and if it does you get crap like Windows Me

Is anybody not going to buy a PS3 because it got delayed again?
How long we been waiting for that Pilo header??

Matt was going to AMVIV anyway so why stress about the exhaust? It just detracts from the potential fun.

Anyway, it's all in a day and doesn't change the world so let's just have fun here.

 

I hope somebody does. I'd like to hear it.

But if it isn't ready I'm going to be ****** pi*** and it'll ruin my whole f***** trip

It's called humor folks

 

obehave

 

if it's around $800, i think i can live with that for an exhaust system with such crazy power. i'm sure the installation is not that hard is it? just simple wiring from the exhaust to the interior..

 

Well, it should eventually get simple to install. I bet it'll take Webb a little while to decide where the best place to put the switch is, and to practice so as to cut down on their man hours. I know there are a lot of people who didn't get the rear fog option and would love to finish out their toggle line (like myself). Most will probably put the switch by the e-brake though, and that should be the easiest to install.

 

is the power going to be that crazy? are we going to see something with more than 10 hp gained

 

when I dynoed the prototype i got about 10 more whp in the open position than in the closed..... plus a nice 7 lb. torque boost......

 

How much was it making in the closed position?

 

I think he said more than the Miltek...

 

I did not a/b to the Milltek but the butt dyno was significant..... this is negated because my understanding is that the production version is far more constricted/quieter than my prototype...... Randy was shooting for about the same or a little better than the current units while closed and a can of "whup-***" when opened..... we'll see

 

Well, the open should sty the same... Shouldn't it?

 

Yeah, they only changed the muffler, not the tubing diameter or routing... At least that is my understanding... So it's a new week, any new news on the exhaust??? Randy and Brian need to get themselves some more help... and a raise... lolol

 

No worries! Gotta look out for my AZ peps

 

Randy, SpiderX, et al.

Just a thought here. When measuring sound levels why not just use the federal standard test proceedures to make your test. Then anyone can test any system, anywhere, and have real numbers to compare.

The latest system look promising.

 

2 Weeks!!

 

Holy S*it. That pretty much certifies it. Does someone wanna loan me $900 so I can get this thing right now. I am literally giddy. I can not believe how awesome that sounds. The supercharger whine...the exhaust.....JUST LET ME CADDY SO I CAN MAKE THE MONEY AND ORDER ONE:eek2 :: eek2:



I think I'm gonna get myself in too much trouble....

 

I'm going to get to see it at AMVIV

 

from my knowledge, i think someone mentioned it's making more power than the magnaflow. and the magnaflow is doing quite abit of numbers, so i figure this system is probably the most hp system on the market?

 

Well, considering its a 3" straightpipe, it had better make better numbers than restrictive competitors...

 

no wonder it's so darn loud.. hehe

 

It's even less restrictive than a 3" straightpipe! It's a 3" -> 2 secondaries [when open], with only one muffler'ed. Simply put, if this thing gets to 'street' sound levels when closed, it's gonna be SICK when open. 7 lb ft more when open is just stupid [in a good way]! Bear in mind, you'll need earplugs to run open all the time, if Spider's video is indicative! Waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!

Props on the ongoing development, Randy. Respects and greetings from your old stomping grounds- Wellington! Gimme a ring if you'll be in town!

 

Darn right you bunch of "My car doesn't rust" guys