E39 Aftermarket Exhausts & Modified Factory Exhaust

["John Kjos" <fastwheels@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Hi All,

What experiences have you all had with E39 (I've got a 540i) exhausts.
I've been trying to decide which one to buy, but I've heard too many
conflicting stories from the distributors of these cat-back exhausts.

For example, CEC told me that the AC Schnitzer exhaust would actually
increase HP/torque as compared to the Hannan exhaust which would cause
low-end torque loss and slower low-end speed (they say). I asked why the AC
Schnitzer exhaust is so quiet (I want to hear that V8). I was told that was
because German laws require the lower db levels.

Also, has anyone removed the factory resonator and retained the stock
muffler? It may be that by removing it, and by installing some attractive
stainless exhaust tips, that you might have a high performance exhaust with
some good sounds and looks.

John Kjos
'92 GMC Typhoon w/ Vette ZR-1 Option Package
'94 BMW 525iTA, Dinan Chips & Susp, M5 Wheels & Spoilers
'97 BMW 540i 6-spd, Stock so far except BMW Front Spoiler

------------------------------