Exhaust and ECU - 3.2 DSG 2005

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So I am thinking of getting an exhaust for my a3, I don't want it to be too loud, but a nice burble would be good. A few mates have dealt with powerflow before, so am considering this. Anyone know of any other options which are worth considering?

Also thinking of a chip/remap but considering its non turbo, is it worth it? Has anyone had experience of chipping a 3.2 and the impact on economy and performance?
 
I would personally steer clear of Pflow..... I think the quality of stainless they use must be pretty poor having seen ones that have been on the car a few yrs. Also they are not know too be quiet.......

How about looking at : Remus/Miltek/Supersprint....

As for maps read the long 3.2 thread.... there is a Audi update that makes a nice difference...
 
I would try the Audi map first as I think it's been found that most re-maps are just tweeks to the old map and don't actually get rid of the hesitancy issue in the early map....

I don't thing an intake/exhaust is going to do much other than increase noise...
 
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I'd not bother with a remap either. Get a decent induction kit and exhaust. Remus and Supersprint are good to look at.
 
Mate get the map from Audi. As for what exhasut etc. I am getting my Remus next month. Still thinking about which induction. If you want cat back you will have to get something other than remus as they only do a back box.

Cheers
 
AFN1980 said:
Mate get the map from Audi. As for what exhasut etc. I am getting my Remus next month. Still thinking about which induction. If you want cat back you will have to get something other than remus as they only do a back box.

Cheers
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Where are you finding a Remus back box for the 3.2 8P, do you have a link or something by any chance? I am having trouble finding a seller that stocks one for the right model....
 
dave.ah said:
Where are you finding a Remus back box for the 3.2 8P, do you have a link or something by any chance? I am having trouble finding a seller that stocks one for the right model....
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www.RemusUk.com has it listed. Another vote from me, sounds great on mine.
 
dave.ah said:
Where are you finding a Remus back box for the 3.2 8P, do you have a link or something by any chance? I am having trouble finding a seller that stocks one for the right model....
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A few people do them, AMD Essex can get them or the other AMD and also Elite Direct do them. They are official remus dealer in the UK. Cheers
 
I just fitted milltek on mine sounds very suttle could hardly tell the difference at first but after a few days the v6 burble kicked in. It's silent when u drive slow but comes alive when u put pedal to metal lol. Wouldn't put induction kit no chance will mess up maf sensor wouldn't recommend.
 
do the 3.2s have a flap in the exhaust system that is closed at low revs to make the exhaust quieter? if so could just remove the flap?
 
kool_bouy said:
I just fitted milltek on mine sounds very suttle could hardly tell the difference at first but after a few days the v6 burble kicked in. It's silent when u drive slow but comes alive when u put pedal to metal lol. Wouldn't put induction kit no chance will mess up maf sensor wouldn't recommend.
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How much did you pay for you milltek if you don't mind me asking? I got some prices today on exhaust's from elite.
£351 for remus back box
£590 for cat back milltek
£550 for a custom cat back

So there a few options. Still think I am going to go remus had them before on my mk4 GTI and my CLK. Couldn't fault them and lovely quality.
 
AFN1980 said:
How much did you pay for you milltek if you don't mind me asking? I got some prices today on exhaust's from elite.
£351 for remus back box
£590 for cat back milltek
£550 for a custom cat back

So there a few options. Still think I am going to go remus had them before on my mk4 GTI and my CLK. Couldn't fault them and lovely quality.
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Whats your experience with Remus, are they loud? Currently thinking bout exhausts, looking for a subtle noise which kicks in if you put ya foot down, looks like I'm leaning towards Militek cat-back......
 
dave.ah said:
Whats your experience with Remus, are they loud? Currently thinking bout exhausts, looking for a subtle noise which kicks in if you put ya foot down, looks like I'm leaning towards Militek cat-back......
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The Milltek on mine was the quieter resonated system, but was quite boomy. Certainly not subtle.
 
dave.ah said:
Whats your experience with Remus, are they loud? Currently thinking bout exhausts, looking for a subtle noise which kicks in if you put ya foot down, looks like I'm leaning towards Militek cat-back......
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The remus are not a boomy exhaust. They have never been like that very subtle and have a very nice raspy sound. They sound quite when you are stationary but lovely when you put your foot down. Thats my experience when i had them on my mk4 GTI and CLK. Maybe one of the guys with the Remus on a 3.2 can comment further.

I am going to visit elite next week at some point as they now also provide a custom exhaust build so will see what options I have. If I don't like the build quality I will go for Remus.

Cheers
 
lincoln_dj said:
do the 3.2s have a flap in the exhaust system that is closed at low revs to make the exhaust quieter? if so could just remove the flap?
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Its not a noticeable difference to be honest
 
I could tell the difference with mine when I did Flap mod. Very subtle tho...

Worth a try as it's free!! Like Paddy says tho it's not going to be like putting a sporty exhaust on.
 
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