Cat backs -2

[HuntR]

I think this is the right place to post this.
APR or Milltek? 2017 R with catted Dp res delete stock muffler. Looking at these 2 resonated - valved systems and they seem pretty much the same. Just wondering if there’s a reasonable difference between the 2 before I pull the trigger. They are both probably louder than my current setup.

 

[Keehs360]

I’ve heard both but not the valved versions. They both sounded really good. But I preferred (slightly) the milltek.

 

[GTI-G]

Ever looked at AWE?

 

[Finglonga]

Always found Milltek to sound slightly tinny and their build quality was dreadful a few years ago. Not sure if they have changed their game now.

 

[HuntR]

Ever looked at AWE?

Yes, the Switch path looks high quality and sounds on par with the others. But I see no separate AWE resonator available for that one? They offer a resonated dp, but I already have one installed-catted Trackslag. I want a res, so it would be more $$.

 

[docwyte]

I found the APR exhaust was too loud when combined with their catted downpipe

 

[HuntR]

I found the APR exhaust was too loud when combined with their catted downpipe

Too loud for the neighbors, or for your liking? What was your solution? I personally like it loud Af with flames and raw fuel, however, I am considerate of my neighbors and also leave for work at 5am. So, a dual-personality setup is kind of where I am going with a lean towards spicy. Raw fuel and flames can a bit old too for a daily driver.

 

[docwyte]

Both. Even with the valves closed it was annoyingly loud. I'm not a teenager anymore... I put the stock catback on and it's a perfect OEM+ sound

 

[JUMB3E]

I just swapped from a AWE Switchpath to a valved APR and I really like it. Sounds pretty tame even with an IE downpipe.

 

[HuntR]

I just swapped from a AWE Switchpath to a valved APR and I really like it. Sounds pretty tame even with an IE downpipe.

Lol--so quieter than catted DP and AWE switchpath then?

 

[HuntR]

Both. Even with the valves closed it was annoyingly loud. I'm not a teenager anymore... I put the stock catback on and it's a perfect OEM+ sound

I understand, I'm certainly no teenager anymore either. It's probably impossible to really know unless I put one of these on. Current setup is ok, but I need the drama I guess-for how long who knows.

 

[NopeR]

But why

 

[JUMB3E]

Lol--so quieter than catted DP and AWE switchpath then?

A lot quieter and no drone.

 

[docwyte]

I understand, I'm certainly no teenager anymore either. It's probably impossible to really know unless I put one of these on. Current setup is ok, but I need the drama I guess-for how long who knows.

With the stock downpipe the exhaust was perfect, maybe even a little quiet. With the downpipe, forget about it. WAY louder and annoying on the freeway, even with the valves closed.

 

[fuelforfire87]

When I bought my R from Carvana I was surprised to find out that it had the APR valved catback installed. I still have the stock downpipe but to me it sounds really good, and no drone. Had I not checked under the car while inspecting it I probably wouldn't have known it had an aftermarket exhaust. Interesting that people are saying it is too loud with a downpipe. Perhaps I'll be going with the Cobb downpipe when the time comes since it has a resonated section, just to be safe.