*Raceland Downpipes 6 months later*

Jonny550 · 10-14-2010, 02:13 PM

They to be in great shape. No rust expect for a couple of very very light rust spots on the flanges that i forgot to take pics of but in any case their so minor their not even worth the camera space.

This is after.

1. 2 months of florida 90-100F weather
2. 2 months of chicago 30F-50F weather
3. 2 months of 100-40F New jersey weather

IMHO you cant go wrong with them.

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If you guys want different pics of them tell me.

GotBoost? · 10-14-2010, 02:34 PM

glws

vasillalov · 10-14-2010, 02:35 PM

I would not be concerned about rust that much considering that the downpipes are protected by the plastic splash shield under the engine bay. Rust may be a problem in salty coastal areas.

What I would be concerned about with these cheaper downpipes is actually cracking of the welds and at the flange areas. A quality weld is a quality weld and no matter what material it is used, it all comes down to the skills of the welder.

I am glad those seem to be holding up OK for you though. It is always good to find alternative products from competitors.

cstavaru · 10-14-2010, 02:37 PM

They look great, really. I think $200 really is a fair price for 2 short pipes

Jonny550 · 10-14-2010, 02:39 PM

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Originally Posted by cstavaru

They look great, really. I think $200 really is a fair price for 2 short pipes

Agreed, Good for people in my situation to. You got a lease and want some cheap power.

cn555ic · 10-14-2010, 03:52 PM

Out of those 6 months did the car go through any snow and salted roads or just rain because I would love to see how they look through a Northeast winter with snow and salt over the roads every other week!

Sniz · 10-14-2010, 03:58 PM

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Originally Posted by cn555ic

Out of those 6 months did the car go through any snow and salted roads or just rain because I would love to see how they look through a Northeast winter with snow and salt over the roads every other week!

+1

Jonny550 · 10-14-2010, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by cn555ic

Out of those 6 months did the car go through any snow and salted roads or just rain because I would love to see how they look through a Northeast winter with snow and salt over the roads every other week!

no snow yet, But cold enough to make snow lol. BTW their for sale guys.

SliverBullet · 10-14-2010, 04:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Jon335iFL

no snow yet, But cold enough to make snow lol. BTW their for sale guys.

Why are u selling them?

Jonny550 · 10-14-2010, 05:12 PM

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Originally Posted by SliverBullet

Why are u selling them?

iam dealering the car, if someone buys them for my price then iall prolly sell them. But i might wanna keep em.

cn555ic · 10-14-2010, 05:15 PM

What the hell is dealering mean...I dont know if I understand what its all about?

ihvabmr · 10-14-2010, 05:40 PM

Interested in your dp. Please pm your best price shipped. Thanks.

kennejp · 10-14-2010, 05:40 PM

How much are you trying to get for them?

klipseracer · 10-14-2010, 05:49 PM

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Originally Posted by cn555ic

What the hell is dealering mean...I dont know if I understand what its all about?

Im only guessing he means he's turning the car back in instead of buying his lease out?

Jonny550 · 10-14-2010, 05:51 PM

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Originally Posted by cn555ic

What the hell is dealering mean...I dont know if I understand what its all about?

taking it to BMW for service.

I want $200+ shipping with DP fix firm. Prolly around 220 shipped

I had them up for $200 shipped on my other thread but i made a mistake and did not want to ship them for $200 straight up. Sorry to others.

packinDSS · 10-14-2010, 06:25 PM

Lol people are funny with this stuff. Most of you won't own your cars after 5 years........so what if they rust away or not.......its a moot point. AR will last a lifetime for $700 the $200 to $300 versions will last longer than you will own your car.

Think about it and respond logically not emotionally please.

subieworx · 10-14-2010, 08:58 PM

There, their, they're.

I would also be concerned with the welds cracking. I have seen these first hand and they are not the greatest, but seem to work. They actually fit better than some others I have installed.

cn555ic · 10-14-2010, 10:01 PM

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Originally Posted by packinDSS

Lol people are funny with this stuff. Most of you won't own your cars after 5 years........so what if they rust away or not.......its a moot point. AR will last a lifetime for $700 the $200 to $300 versions will last longer than you will own your car.

Think about it and respond logically not emotionally please.

Take a look at JPsimons DPs after a HARD winter in CT...I would love to see what it looks like after a snow season with salt.....Yeah you are right though as for people that dont plan on keeping the car and leasing...I am one of those that plan to keep the car for a while and there is no compromising period so AR was my choice..

love2drive · 10-15-2010, 12:25 AM

I've seen a few pics with bolts in the O2 sensor holes. So are you running without O2 sensors altogether?

cstavaru · 10-15-2010, 01:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by packinDSS

Lol people are funny with this stuff. Most of you won't own your cars after 5 years........so what if they rust away or not.......its a moot point. AR will last a lifetime for $700 the $200 to $300 versions will last longer than you will own your car.

Think about it and respond logically not emotionally please.

So why do you think AR will last a lifetime and these won't ? Did someone use AR design or these pipes for 10 years and we are not aware ? These are stainless steel like all the others. Ok, they are made in China but so is your iPod and your Nike shoes.

PS: I don't intend to install these, but I can appreciate that company's effort to not rip off the BMW owners. This is worth a lot more than any "respect" and "great customer support" that others offer while selling at huge profit margins.

GotBoost? · 10-15-2010, 02:03 PM

awesome price. for dps guys!

gwls

packinDSS · 10-15-2010, 02:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cstavaru

So why do you think AR will last a lifetime and these won't ? Did someone use AR design or these pipes for 10 years and we are not aware ? These are stainless steel like all the others. Ok, they are made in China but so is your iPod and your Nike shoes.

PS: I don't intend to install these, but I can appreciate that company's effort to not rip off the BMW owners. This is worth a lot more than any "respect" and "great customer support" that others offer while selling at huge profit margins.

The whole question of how long they (AR, Raceland, PLM, etc) will last is a joke and pointless! They will all last long enough. LOL salt spray questions, northeast winters....lol...welds...lol....rust...lol... The crap exhaust you get at pepboys and strauss last 5+ years....................

Raceland 2.5inch and the PLM (ebay) which are 3inch can't be beat for the price. Now again if you are into the marketing aspect then get the Rolex aka AR..........they both tell the time just one looks better and will last to the year 3000 supposedly!

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