Dr. Pomade Posted February 21, 2012 Report Share Posted February 21, 2012 What aftermarket exhausts should I look into for the S5? I came across a couple of vids that got me wondering. This one says Cargraphic w/ AWE downpipes. I've never heard of either, but it sounds pretty good: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2swDgAfQg3o&feature=related Here's another, though I have no idea what this exhaust is. Maybe someone can ID it from the sound. The vid is long and the guys in it are quasi-annoying. You hear the exhaust at the beginning and then around 1:55 of the vid. (I think you can just skip the rest.) Also, a concern: is there ever a drone at cruising, highway speeds with these aftermarket exhausts? I had aftermarket exhausts on other V8's (Cobra, Z06) and never had any issues with droning, but those are totally different cars/exhausts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Pomade Posted February 21, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 21, 2012 Just saw this vid. It features a militek exhaust. Again, something I've never heard of. (I know zilch about Audi aftermarket stuff.) Interestingly, it features a "before" and "after." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AWW$HEEET Posted February 21, 2012 Report Share Posted February 21, 2012 that milltech sounds sick, but they are retards for not making a sound clip under load vs just sitting there and revving it out like phil at a HS party. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rustlestiltskin Posted February 21, 2012 Report Share Posted February 21, 2012 Milltek Sport Exhausts | millteksport.com Only way to go Johnny. Baller exhaust for Baller car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2pointslow Posted February 21, 2012 Report Share Posted February 21, 2012 milltek ftw Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRed05 Posted February 21, 2012 Report Share Posted February 21, 2012 Milltek and AWE are big name in the Audi world. I'm a fan of AWE. http://www.awe-tuning.com/products/audi-1/s5/4-2-v8/awe-s5exhaust.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GSXRAntwon Posted February 21, 2012 Report Share Posted February 21, 2012 I would go with the Eisenmann Exhaust. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirks5oh Posted February 21, 2012 Report Share Posted February 21, 2012 my buddy has the v8 S5, and we installed a billy boat for his car. i will admit, that its the best sounding V8 i've ever heard (i realize your car has the different motor). the fitment/quality/etc was absolutely perfect. then i ordered a billy boat kit for my V, and had a nightmare experience-- i'll post a clip of the exhaust when i get home tonight Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Pomade Posted February 21, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 21, 2012 my buddy has the v8 S5, and we installed a billy boat for his car. i will admit, that its the best sounding V8 i've ever heard (i realize your car has the different motor). My S5 has the 4.2 V8 - isn't that the motor in your buddy's car? (The 2012 S5 convertibles come with the s/c V6, but the coupes don't.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Pomade Posted February 21, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 21, 2012 I would go with the Eisenmann Exhaust. Just saw this clip - sounds badass. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Posted February 21, 2012 Report Share Posted February 21, 2012 AWE without a doubt. My ears end up liking them the most on almost any model. My dad had the non res on his 05 4.2 v8 s4. Sounded awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AWW$HEEET Posted February 21, 2012 Report Share Posted February 21, 2012 billy boat's are the shit, super loud though. i believe they are the de jour standard for the 911 crowd. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twistedfocus1647545489 Posted February 21, 2012 Report Share Posted February 21, 2012 Just needs 2 of these: http://flowmastermufflerss.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Cherry-Bomb-Exhaust.jpg :fuckyeah: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Jones Posted February 21, 2012 Report Share Posted February 21, 2012 Milltek and AWE are big name in the Audi world. I'm a fan of AWE. http://www.awe-tuning.com/products/audi-1/s5/4-2-v8/awe-s5exhaust.html AWE without a doubt. My ears end up liking them the most on almost any model. My dad had the non res on his 05 4.2 v8 s4. Sounded awesome. Yup, AWE all the way for exhaust IMO. Get the AWE Touring edition, sounds excellent with no drone, and will still scare the crap out of grandma when needed. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1IZ6iQUBMR0&feature=player_embedded Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EssFo Posted February 21, 2012 Report Share Posted February 21, 2012 If Fast Intentions makes one for the S5, get that one. Was not impressed with my AWE exhaust. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandon Posted February 21, 2012 Report Share Posted February 21, 2012 Akrapovic ? http://www.akrapovic.com/typo3conf/ext/user_products/mod1/uploads/products/slip_on_exhaust_system_for_audi_s5_v8/audi_s5_800x533.jpg http://www.akrapovic.com/typo3conf/ext/user_products/mod1/uploads/products/slip_on_exhaust_system_for_audi_s5_v8/audi_s5_system1_cr_odsev1.jpg http://www.akrapovic.com/typo3conf/ext/user_products/mod1/uploads/products/slip_on_exhaust_system_for_audi_s5_v8/audi_s5_system1_detajl_cr_800x533.jpg http://www.akrapovic.com/typo3conf/ext/user_products/mod1/uploads/products/slip_on_exhaust_system_for_audi_s5_v8/audi_s5_2007_2010_slip_on.jpg and the video found at the bottem of the page http://www.akrapovic.com/car-exhaust/products/audi/model/s5-2007-2009/racing-bbc1674e52/ This is an exhaust that oooooozes pure class and refinement and has EXCELLENT sound quality, as you may realize from the video. We are an authorized dealer and installer! If the Akrapovic isnt for you then I would also agree with Jones - AWE is great as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Jones Posted February 21, 2012 Report Share Posted February 21, 2012 Yeah, you really aren't going to much of any anything *maybe 10hp on the high side*. So make your decision based upon sound, style, and your ability to drive it daily without getting a headache. I've never heard the Akrapovic in person, but they have a very good reputation. Exhausts like the Fast Intentions try to eek out every HP, sometimes at the cost of drone. That's why AWE offers the "track" and "touring" editions. Track one is loud and crackling beast. The Touring is much more refined, and if you watch the video, no drone while driving down the street. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruizin01 Posted February 21, 2012 Report Share Posted February 21, 2012 I would look at the APR RSC exhaust. I have their catback on my GTI, (yes I know completely different platforms) but it seems to be the least restrictive exhaust with the best tone on many platforms. Mine is fairly loud WOT but with absolutely no drone on the freeway and I dont run a cat (full 3"). The quality is better than anything else Ive seen (miltek, magnaflow, etc) The think their mufflers were designed by corsa irrc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Pomade Posted February 21, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 21, 2012 Akrapovic ? http://www.akrapovic.com/typo3conf/ext/user_products/mod1/uploads/products/slip_on_exhaust_system_for_audi_s5_v8/audi_s5_800x533.jpg http://www.akrapovic.com/typo3conf/ext/user_products/mod1/uploads/products/slip_on_exhaust_system_for_audi_s5_v8/audi_s5_system1_cr_odsev1.jpg http://www.akrapovic.com/typo3conf/ext/user_products/mod1/uploads/products/slip_on_exhaust_system_for_audi_s5_v8/audi_s5_system1_detajl_cr_800x533.jpg http://www.akrapovic.com/typo3conf/ext/user_products/mod1/uploads/products/slip_on_exhaust_system_for_audi_s5_v8/audi_s5_2007_2010_slip_on.jpg and the video found at the bottem of the page http://www.akrapovic.com/car-exhaust/products/audi/model/s5-2007-2009/racing-bbc1674e52/ This is an exhaust that oooooozes pure class and refinement and has EXCELLENT sound quality, as you may realize from the video. We are an authorized dealer and installer! If the Akrapovic isnt for you then I would also agree with Jones - AWE is great as well. Watched the video - that exhaust sounds amazing. What button is he pushing? Is that like some kind of electronic cut-out? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandon Posted February 21, 2012 Report Share Posted February 21, 2012 Watched the video - that exhaust sounds amazing. What button is he pushing? Is that like some kind of electronic cut-out? Essentially it is like the new Z06's and has actuators in the exhaust which you can open and close to modulate exhaust decibel levels! Loud when you want it, and quiet when you want it. It is the best way! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Pomade Posted February 21, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 21, 2012 Essentially it is like the new Z06's and has actuators in the exhaust which you can open and close to modulate exhaust decibel levels! Loud when you want it, and quiet when you want it. It is the best way! That sounds (no pun intended) like something I'd definitely like. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GSXRAntwon Posted February 21, 2012 Report Share Posted February 21, 2012 I totally forgot about Akro, I'd go that route with the Z06 style "flappers" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirks5oh Posted February 21, 2012 Report Share Posted February 21, 2012 My S5 has the 4.2 V8 - isn't that the motor in your buddy's car? (The 2012 S5 convertibles come with the s/c V6, but the coupes don't.) yes. for some reason i thought your car had the blown 6 cylinder. i would highly recommend the billy boat kit. i'll have to ask him which one he has (don't know if there are different kits or not). he's had it on his car for well over a year, and it sounds absolutely incredible. i'll try to get a sound clip tonight, but that was from when we first installed it--it has opened up a bit, as far as sound goes, but is not intrusive. he would buy the same kit over again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirks5oh Posted February 21, 2012 Report Share Posted February 21, 2012 billy boat's are the shit, super loud though. i believe they are the de jour standard for the 911 crowd. the quality of the product is incredible, i will admit. i had 'fitment' issues with their kit, and had to send it back---it was a huge hassle for me that ended up with me wanting to strangle the fuck out of the owner's son (mike boat). in the end, my kit sounds great but doesn't fit to my (or any reasonable person's) standards. my buddy's S5 kit was the easiest catback i've ever installed and fit perfect--that's the whole reason why i went with BB. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drewhop Posted February 21, 2012 Report Share Posted February 21, 2012 Akropovic with fancy button. I wonder if the button can be hidden in the cup holder. Bring back some old school memories. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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