BMW Performance Parts: ER Sports Series 4" Catted Downpipe for BMW 535i/640i N55 (BM-EXH009CAT) Will also fit Xi models. 

Product Features & Benefits

Ease of Installation: (1 Easy, 5 Hard) 2

• Available for the 2011+ BMW 535i (F10) with the N55 Engine.
• Available for the 2011+ BMW 640i (F12/F13) with the N55 Engine.
  
• High Flow 200 cell metallic catalytic converter used.

• Better throttle response and faster turbo spool up times.
• Mandrel Bent 4" piping.  Smooth transition to the exhaust system.
• 100% Stainless Steel Construction
• Stainless Steel Flex Section
  
• 100% TIG welded for better quality welds
• Precision CNC machined turbocharger V-Band flange.
• Brush Finish (standard) or optional Polish 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)
• Compatible with the factory or aftermarket exhaust systems.
• Track tested durability.
• Includes all hardware for complete installation.
• Limited Lifetime Warranty.

Additional Details

Fitment:

• All 2011+ 535i and 2011+ 640i N55 6 cylinder turbo engine

CAUTION: This product is intended for OFF ROAD USE ONLY. Not legal for use on pollution controlled vechiles upon public highways.   THIS PRODUCT IS FOR SALE FOR ALL 49 STATES EXCLUDING CALIFORNIA.  THIS ITEM IS NOT FOR SALE, INSTALLATION, OR USE ON LICENSED VEHILES IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA. This does not affect any international customers.

 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 ER's Sports Series 4" High Flow 200 Cell Metallic Catted Downpipes, more power is unleashed!

 The factory catalyter uses a 400 cell ceramic core.  What the 400 cells means is that per every inch, there are 400 "cells" that the exhaust gas must pass through.  ER uses a 200 cell metallic core.  By having less cells per square inch, these individual "cells" are bigger in size thus allowing exhaust gas to pass through it more easier.  Thus, the lower the cell count, the higher the flow.  Higher flow = more power, faster turbo spool up (less turbocharger lag) and better throttle response.  Bottom line, faster.  The benefits of a metallic catalytic converter vs a ceramic like the factory is that it can take more heat and is more durable (last longer).  They are also lighter than their ceramic counterparts.

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 underhood temperatures lower and less heat absortion 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 additonal corrosion resistance.  ER utilizes the best ceramic coating possible.  ER's thermal coating can resist up to 2000F of heat.  It is available in black only (all the other colors cannot withstand heat that high).

 Additional O2 Sensor Bung -  An additional O2 sensor bung can be added so that you can easily add a wideband o2 sensor and gauges so that you can 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.

 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.

DISCLAIMER

   We make no claims as to emission performance for street or highway use.  Some equipment is not sold for street use in any state or country where state or federal regulations prohibit its use.  Some items listed in the online catalog are intended for off road use and for purpose built race cars only.  EUROTEK TUNING, LLC does not make any claims of street legal use of these products that are not intended for use on public roads.  We do not ship any emissions related equipment to the state of California.  We require an off-road/track use only waiver completed, signed, faxed, emailed or returned to our facility before emission related equipment is shipped to customer supplied address.  We are not affiliated with Volkswagen Audi Group, Porsche AG or any of their subsidiaries.  EUROTEK TUNING, LLC is not responsible for errors on our website.