535i Stock Exhaust Tip Size

hufington · 01-01-2013, 02:47 AM

Does anyone know the diameter of the stock 535i exhaust tip? Thanks.

Mr. Grumpy · 01-01-2013, 01:55 PM

3"

hufington · 01-01-2013, 02:29 PM

Thanks. Are they welded or clamped on? My car is still 25 days away but I am trying to figure out what I can do with the tips.

VWtoBMW · 01-01-2013, 03:39 PM

They are clamped/screwed on

Sharbotcom · 01-01-2013, 10:39 PM

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Originally Posted by VWtoBMW

They are clamped/screwed on

They are 3" with a 2 1/4" inlet. They are welded on not clamped.

hufington · 01-01-2013, 11:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Sharbotcom

They are 3" with a 2 1/4" inlet. They are welded on not clamped.

I will start looking for some larger (4"-5") chrom tips with 2 1/4" inlet that can be welded. I don't want any added noise and will go for cosmetic change only.

Sharbotcom · 01-01-2013, 11:05 PM

Have you considered going quad tip? A lot of the guys have done that with great results (me included see: http://f10.5post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=685790).

hufington · 01-01-2013, 11:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sharbotcom

Have you considered going quad tip? A lot of the guys have done that with great results (me included see: http://f10.5post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=685790).

Quads look awesome, but I don't know any good shops here in NJ, that can install quads and cut the diffuser perfectly.

Mr. Grumpy · 01-02-2013, 05:36 PM

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Originally Posted by hufington

I will start looking for some larger (4"-5") chrom tips with 2 1/4" inlet that can be welded. I don't want any added noise and will go for cosmetic change only.

Please keep us informed on this mod. I've been thinking of switching to a 4" Crome tips and replacing the center silencer (resonator) for a cross pipe for a better exhaust sound.

hufington · 01-02-2013, 05:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Grumpy

Please keep us informed on this mod. I've been thinking of switching to a 4" Crome tips and replacing the center silencer (resonator) for a cross pipe for a better exhaust sound.

Will do.

2005x · 01-03-2013, 01:36 PM

I believe you can get the 550 Diffuser(which has a bigger opening)and you won't need to cut anything(all depending of course on the size of the tips you get). anything over 4" would look ridiculous on a stock 5 series. Also you can get the m5 diffuser but then you will need to modify the mufflers and possibly move them back as the tips will stick out to much. Do keep in mind the length of the tips, as most aftermarket tips are way longer than factory.

Sharbotcom · 01-03-2013, 01:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2005x

I believe you can get the 550 Diffuser(which has a bigger opening)and you won't need to cut anything(all depending of course on the size of the tips you get). anything over 4" would look ridiculous on a stock 5 series. Also you can get the m5 diffuser but then you will need to modify the mufflers and possibly move them back as the tips will stick out to much. Do keep in mind the length of the tips, as most aftermarket tips are way longer than factory.

From what I remember the diffuser only works with msport bumpers. So if the OP has msport he is good to go otherwise I think you need to cut or change the bumper. Someone please correct ot verify my statement.

Mr. Grumpy · 01-03-2013, 03:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Sharbotcom

From what I remember the diffuser only works with msport bumpers. So if the OP has msport he is good to go otherwise I think you need to cut or change the bumper. Someone please correct ot verify my statement.

You are correct, the only way to change the diffuser is if you have the M-sport package. Judging by the op's avatar picture it looks like he doesn't have that option.

hufington · 01-03-2013, 04:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr. Grumpy

You are correct, the only way to change the diffuser is if you have the M-sport package. Judging by the op's avatar picture it looks like he doesn't have that option.

How about the standard 550 non-Msport diffuser? How wide is the opening for the oval standard tips?

Mr. Grumpy · 01-03-2013, 04:41 PM

IMHO if you're going to spend money buying the 550 rear bumper might as well buy the M-sport so you can change diffusers when ever you want to. For what I've seen the 550 bumper can accommodate a dual exhaust tips with no problem but I don't know the dimensions for the exhaust opening.

hufington · 01-03-2013, 05:02 PM

Logical. As much as I love the front bumper design, I am not a fan of the rear M-Sport bumper though. That's why I am trying to find a way around it.
And i have just seen the eisenmann double 102mm (4") exhaust setup online and the single 4" tips on each side looked too bulky. Maybe because it was a touring.

shihwei · 04-29-2013, 03:34 AM

Can someone please help me verify whether F10 exhaust tips are clamped/screwed on or welded on? I got confused by the discussion in this thread. (and according to realoem, 535i looks like it has slip on tips.) Also anyone know where I can find inlet diameters to all other F10 models? Thanks in advance.

Mr. Grumpy · 04-29-2013, 10:14 AM

It depends on the model. The 550i are welded, the 535i are slip on. On the 520d it looks like it might be slip on's.

I removed the tips on my 535 by twisting it and the pulling it, they're only secure by 3 pressure clamps.

hufington · 04-29-2013, 10:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr. Grumpy

It depends on the model. The 550i are welded, the 535i are slip on. On the 520d it looks like it might be slip on's.

I removed the tips on my 535 by twisting it and the pulling it, they're only secure by 3 pressure clamps.

Do you know the length of the tips?

Sharbotcom · 04-29-2013, 06:40 PM

Let's make sure we are talking apples and apples. The exhaust tips (covers) are clipped on to the tail pipes (slides over) on the 535 but the tail pipes are welded on to the muffler. So if you are going to replace the singles with doubles you will need to cut the tail pipes off and weld the dual tips on. If you were swapping the chrome (or black) tips (covers) then they can be twisted on and off.

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hufington BMW Driver since '89 BMW E30 M3 non-cat (147 kW) Drives: 2013 535i Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: NJ Posts: 91 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2010 Infiniti G37 [0.00] 2012 Mercedes S550 [0.00]	535i Stock Exhaust Tip Size Does anyone know the diameter of the stock 535i exhaust tip? Thanks. __________________ 2013 BMW F10 535i - 3.0 L 221 kW (300 hp) 2007 BMW E64 630i - 3.0 L 200 kW (272 hp) 2003 BMW E65 745i - 4.4 L V8, 242 kW (325 hp) 1995 BMW E34 540i - 4.0 L V8 210 kW (282 hp) 1989 BMW E30 M3 non-cat version 147 kW (200 hp)
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Mr. Grumpy BMW FREAK Drives: 2011 535i, 2009 Ninja ZX-14 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: NOLA, but my heart is in SoCal Posts: 97 iTrader: (1)	3" __________________ 2011 535i (07/2011 build) Imperial Blue, Oyster/Black Interior, Anthracite Wood Trim, ZPP, ZP2, ZCV, ZSP, 2TB, 6NF, 6NR. Retired: 2009 328i, Titanium Silver, Black Interior, Dark Wood Trim, ZPP, ZLP, 609, 494.

01-01-2013, 02:29 PM	#3
hufington BMW Driver since '89 BMW E30 M3 non-cat (147 kW) Drives: 2013 535i Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: NJ Posts: 91 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2010 Infiniti G37 [0.00] 2012 Mercedes S550 [0.00]	Thanks. Are they welded or clamped on? My car is still 25 days away but I am trying to figure out what I can do with the tips. __________________ 2013 BMW F10 535i - 3.0 L 221 kW (300 hp) 2007 BMW E64 630i - 3.0 L 200 kW (272 hp) 2003 BMW E65 745i - 4.4 L V8, 242 kW (325 hp) 1995 BMW E34 540i - 4.0 L V8 210 kW (282 hp) 1989 BMW E30 M3 non-cat version 147 kW (200 hp)

01-01-2013, 03:39 PM	#4
VWtoBMW Captain Drives: 2012 535i xDrive M-Sport Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Toronto Posts: 756 iTrader: (5) Garage List 2012 535i xDrive [5.00] 2009 BMW 328i [0.00]	They are clamped/screwed on __________________ 2012 F10 535i M-Sport

01-01-2013, 11:05 PM	#7
Sharbotcom First Lieutenant Drives: 2011 535xi M Sport Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Sharbot Lake, Ontario Posts: 346 iTrader: (0)	Have you considered going quad tip? A lot of the guys have done that with great results (me included see: http://f10.5post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=685790). __________________ 2011 535i xDrive, Dark Graphite Metallic, Veneto Beige Dakota Leather, Technology Package, M Sport Package, Executive Package delivered Christmas Eve '10, Mods - quad tips, 20% tint, JB4. Last edited by Sharbotcom; 01-01-2013 at 11:08 PM. Reason: Added lin

01-03-2013, 01:36 PM	#11
2005x Enlisted Member Drives: 2005 X5 Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Arlington,Va Posts: 32 iTrader: (1)	I believe you can get the 550 Diffuser(which has a bigger opening)and you won't need to cut anything(all depending of course on the size of the tips you get). anything over 4" would look ridiculous on a stock 5 series. Also you can get the m5 diffuser but then you will need to modify the mufflers and possibly move them back as the tips will stick out to much. Do keep in mind the length of the tips, as most aftermarket tips are way longer than factory.

01-03-2013, 04:41 PM	#15
Mr. Grumpy BMW FREAK Drives: 2011 535i, 2009 Ninja ZX-14 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: NOLA, but my heart is in SoCal Posts: 97 iTrader: (1)	IMHO if you're going to spend money buying the 550 rear bumper might as well buy the M-sport so you can change diffusers when ever you want to. For what I've seen the 550 bumper can accommodate a dual exhaust tips with no problem but I don't know the dimensions for the exhaust opening. __________________ 2011 535i (07/2011 build) Imperial Blue, Oyster/Black Interior, Anthracite Wood Trim, ZPP, ZP2, ZCV, ZSP, 2TB, 6NF, 6NR. Retired: 2009 328i, Titanium Silver, Black Interior, Dark Wood Trim, ZPP, ZLP, 609, 494.

01-03-2013, 05:02 PM	#16
hufington BMW Driver since '89 BMW E30 M3 non-cat (147 kW) Drives: 2013 535i Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: NJ Posts: 91 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2010 Infiniti G37 [0.00] 2012 Mercedes S550 [0.00]	Logical. As much as I love the front bumper design, I am not a fan of the rear M-Sport bumper though. That's why I am trying to find a way around it. And i have just seen the eisenmann double 102mm (4") exhaust setup online and the single 4" tips on each side looked too bulky. Maybe because it was a touring. __________________ 2013 BMW F10 535i - 3.0 L 221 kW (300 hp) 2007 BMW E64 630i - 3.0 L 200 kW (272 hp) 2003 BMW E65 745i - 4.4 L V8, 242 kW (325 hp) 1995 BMW E34 540i - 4.0 L V8 210 kW (282 hp) 1989 BMW E30 M3 non-cat version 147 kW (200 hp)

04-29-2013, 03:34 AM	#17
shihwei Drives: F10 520d Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Taiwan Posts: 83 iTrader: (0)	Can someone please help me verify whether F10 exhaust tips are clamped/screwed on or welded on? I got confused by the discussion in this thread. (and according to realoem, 535i looks like it has slip on tips.) Also anyone know where I can find inlet diameters to all other F10 models? Thanks in advance.

04-29-2013, 10:14 AM	#18
Mr. Grumpy BMW FREAK Drives: 2011 535i, 2009 Ninja ZX-14 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: NOLA, but my heart is in SoCal Posts: 97 iTrader: (1)	It depends on the model. The 550i are welded, the 535i are slip on. On the 520d it looks like it might be slip on's. I removed the tips on my 535 by twisting it and the pulling it, they're only secure by 3 pressure clamps. __________________ 2011 535i (07/2011 build) Imperial Blue, Oyster/Black Interior, Anthracite Wood Trim, ZPP, ZP2, ZCV, ZSP, 2TB, 6NF, 6NR. Retired: 2009 328i, Titanium Silver, Black Interior, Dark Wood Trim, ZPP, ZLP, 609, 494.

04-29-2013, 06:40 PM	#20
Sharbotcom First Lieutenant Drives: 2011 535xi M Sport Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Sharbot Lake, Ontario Posts: 346 iTrader: (0)	Let's make sure we are talking apples and apples. The exhaust tips (covers) are clipped on to the tail pipes (slides over) on the 535 but the tail pipes are welded on to the muffler. So if you are going to replace the singles with doubles you will need to cut the tail pipes off and weld the dual tips on. If you were swapping the chrome (or black) tips (covers) then they can be twisted on and off. __________________ 2011 535i xDrive, Dark Graphite Metallic, Veneto Beige Dakota Leather, Technology Package, M Sport Package, Executive Package delivered Christmas Eve '10, Mods - quad tips, 20% tint, JB4.

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