Downpipe replacement time, do I go with resonator delete?

[ld2130]

So one of the downpipes on my S4 is on the way out.

They seem to be about 500 quid each from Audi (would you replace both at same time?)

Or I could go with something like this from IE

Integrated Engineering IEEXCG2 Audi 3.0T B8 B8.5 8R Performance Downpipes (S4, S5, Q5 & SQ5)

It's no secret the 3.0T engine has the makings of a true performance powerhouse, unfortunately from the factory the supercharged engine is muffled and resonated to death. In its stock state, the car is so quiet that it’s possible to forget your driving an S powered chassis altogether. That just...

www.mlperformance.co.uk

Does the resonator delete make that much difference?

This guy seemed happy with it?

Cheers
Lee

 

[northpole]

if you like exhaust noises than go ahead.... IMHO a better flowing manifold in combianation with that downpipe would actually make a real difference. But will cost you an arm and a leg since there aren't much companies that actually make an upgraded better flowing manifold for the S4 B8.

 

[g00se]

As said above.. if you want a bit more noise then yes go for non-res downpipes.

If you want to save a few quid, get Scorpion downpipes - they do res and non-res options, and are cheaper than OEM and connect to the stock system.

goose