Competition Series 4 Catless Downpipe for the 2016 2 Series Gran Coupe B48 EUAsia Spec (4 Cylinder) Engine

Introducing our new Competition Series 4″ Downpipes for your 2016+ X1/X2, 2020+ 2 Series Gran Coupe EU/Asia B48 four cylinder turbo engine! The B48 engine is found in EU & Asia Spec cars. The downpipe is different than the B46 found in the US spec cars. You must get the correct downpipe for your car as they are not interchangeable.

Key Features:

• Made in the USA! Manufactured in house.
• Available for the 2015+ BMW X1/X2/2 Series Gran Coupe EU/Asia Spec B48 Engine!
• Horsepower gains of 14 to 16whp average (gains will vary based on modifications of your vehicle).
• Higher Max Horsepower Power Curve
• Torque gains of 20 wtq average (stock boost) up to over 24 wtq (Software upgrade)(gains will vary based on modifications of your vehicle).
• Higher Initial Torque Curve. Torque curve hits faster and higher and longer.
• Better throttle response and faster turbo spool up times.
• Mandrel Bent 4″ piping. Smooth transition to the exhaust system.
• 100% Stainless Steel Construction
• 100% TIG welded for better quality welds
• Precision CNC machined turbocharger V-Band flange.
• Stainless steel flex section like factory that allows proper exhaust movement and flexibility.
• Mirror polish or brush finish
• Available with high temperature black thermal coating to reduce underhood temperatures.
• Optional – Additional O2 sensor bung for wideband O2 sensors (comes with pre-installed plug)
• Optional EGT sensor bung for EGT gauges (comes with pre-installed plug)
• Retains all factory heatshields.
• Compatible with the factory or aftermarket exhaust systems.
• Track tested durability.
• Includes all hardware for complete installation.
• Limited Lifetime Warranty.

Restrictions in the exhaust system robs horsepower and torque especially on turbocharged cars. Thus, removing as much exhaust flow restrictions will increase horsepower and torque significantly. The factory catalytic converter found in the factory downpipe is a big culprit of this and is a major exhaust flow restriction. The factory catalytic converter is made up of catalyst material formed into “honeycomb” weaves. Exhaust gas must pass through these tiny “honeycomb” weaves on their way to the exhaust system thus causing a major exhaust flow restriction. It also causes turbulence after the catalytic converter which causes the exhaust flow to slow down (which increases restriction). By replacing the factory downpipe/catalytic converter with our Competition Series 4″ Catless Downpipe, more power is unleashed! Our dyno testing has shown around 14-16whp average peak gains and upwards of 24wtq peak gains! While peak horsepower is nice to look at on dyno charts, what’s more important is the power curve. If you look at the dyno charts, torque hitsMUCHearlier and harder. The torque curve isBROADERthroughout the RPM band. More usable power. You have more time spent in the RPM band with higher horsepower and torque. This equates to faster turbo spool up (less turbocharger lag) and better throttle response. Bottom line, faster. You will feel the difference instantly.

Our Competition Series Catless Downpipes is constructed out of 100% 304 grade stainless steel and utilize mandrel bent piping. They are 100% TIG welded by our in house fabricators and built in the USA. The factory turbocharger turbine housing utilizes a 4″ V-Band flange which we have duplicated and CNC machined cut out of billet 304 stainless steel. Stainless Steel CNC machined O2 sensor and laser cut brackets are TIG welded using stainless steel rods. The O2 sensor is positioned at the factory location. The factory turbocharger outlet is 4″. Many of our competitors machine a 4″ outlet v-band to match the factory but have a 3″ opening at the flange so that they could use 3″ piping to save money on manufacturing. This causes a “step” atthe worst place possible, at the turbocharger outlet. Our downpipe features a 4″ inlet on the downpipe and 4″ piping. We reduce it further away from the turbocharger outlet. This results in less exhaust turbulence and backpressure which again improves throttle response and increase turbocharger spool times (less turbocharger lag).

The factory downpipe utilizes a flex bellow section that allows the exhaust system to move. This eliminates undue stress on the exhaust components like the exhaust system, downpipe, turbocharger and exhaust manifold. Many of our competitors do not feel it is important to keep this. While you do not see any adverse effects right away, over time, the stresses caused by not having a flex section and having a rigid exhaust system will cause premature wear and tear. Any stress failures like cracks will form quicker than usual on exhaust manifolds and exhaust components. Also, without a flex section, the exhaust system cannot properly deflect impact. Especially on lowered cars, whenever the exhaust system contacts the ground, the entire system gets pushed up. Without a flex, you can imagine how much stress is put into exhaust components like the exhaust manifold when the exhaust is pushed upwards. We fully understand that durability of our products is important. Thus, like BMW, we incorporate a flex section into our downpipe. Our flex sections are 100% stainless steel (cheap flex sections only have stainless steel center braids and steel caps) to ensure corrosion resistance.

xDrive (AWD) Version

On xDrive all wheel drive models, there is a driveshaft running from the transfer case to the rear differential that the standard front wheel drive cars do not have. This driveshaft sits right underneath the downpipe and blocks the removal. On a typical installation, you would need to disconnect the driveshaft (requires special driveshaft tool) or lower the front subframe to give enough clearance to remove the downpipe. This add significant installation time and complication to the installation. Our solution is the 2 piece xDrive version allows you to remove and install the downpipe without removing the driveshaft or lowering the front subframe. This will save you considerable time (money) on installation and allows quicker, easier servicing.

OPTIONS

Ceramic Thermal Coating –The purpose of ceramic coating downpipes is to keep heat from the exhaust gases inside the downpipe from radiating out. This keeps under hood temperatures lower and less heat absorption by nearby parts/surfaces. Another added benefit is that by keeping in heat (energy) in the exhaust gases inside the downpipe, exhaust flow velocities stay up, resulting in lower backpressure. The ceramic coating also adds additional corrosion resistance. We utilize the best ceramic coating possible. Our thermal coating can resist up to 2000F of heat. It is available in black only (all the other colors cannot withstand the high levels of heat).

Additional O2 Sensor Bung –An additional O2 sensor bung can be added so that you can easily add a wideband O2 sensor and gauges for you to monitor air/fuel ratios. The additional O2 sensor bung will come pre-installed with a plug so that you do not need to run the O2 sensor right away. This is not required for a normal standard installation.

Optional EGT (Exhaust Gas Temperature) Bung –An additional 1/8″ NPT bung can be added so that you can easily add a EGT sensor and gauge. The optional EGT sensor bung will come pre-installed with a plug so that you do not need to run the EGT sensor right away. This is not required for a normal standard installation.

CAUTION:This product is intended forOFF ROAD COMPETITION USE ONLY. Not legal for use on pollution controlled vehicles upon public road/highways.THIS PRODUCT IS FOR SALE FOR ALL 49 STATES EXCLUDING CALIFORNIA. In addition to vehicle use verification, a Vehicle Compliance Waiver needs to be signed.

THIS ITEM ISNOT FOR SALE, INSTALLATION, OR USEON LICENSED VEHILES IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA.

The item is for sale for international customers without restriction.

Please contact us [email protected] call us at (626) 334-6609