installed COBB AP today!

woptang22 · 01-27-2012, 07:36 PM

well, I was all worried about the install, but it was super simple. I am using the 93 octane aggressive stage 1 map. I really can\'t believe the difference and I haven\'t got to drive it much yet. but in my opinion its literally a total transformation. but one weird thing, I have a turner motorsports cat back exhaust and it seemed to be pretty loud. with the cobb installed it seems quieter. I dont know off its just my imagination. but overall I\'m stunned at this setup.

F80M · 01-27-2012, 08:03 PM

Any fault code yet?

Zebra99 · 01-27-2012, 08:18 PM

Better air fuel ratio with the Cobb?...wonder if that may alter exhaust note at different levels.

I need to get one!

I'm getting desperate lol

Streetsweeper360 · 01-27-2012, 08:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Zebra99

Better air fuel ratio with the Cobb?...wonder if that may alter exhaust note at different levels.

I need to get one!

I'm getting desperate lol

Richer afrs make the exhaust quieter due to lower egts!

ModBargains.com · 01-27-2012, 08:35 PM

Glad to hear that you're happy with the COBB John!

bigdnno98 · 01-27-2012, 08:38 PM

Glad to hear it John. Hope you enjoy.

bigdnno98 · 01-27-2012, 08:40 PM

BTW if I ever go with aftermarket exhaust it'll be TMS. I've been eyeing that one for a while now.

boostaholic786 · 01-27-2012, 09:02 PM

I havent heard much about the turner motorsports exhaust set up. Im running the akrapovic SS exhaust and AR downpipes and it sounds like a MONSTER. Akrapovic really makes the best products in my personal opinion. I dont know if I felt so much of a gain, but the sound is just absolutely amazing throughout the whole entire RPM range. No drone no rasp.

boostaholic786 · 01-27-2012, 09:02 PM

That post was completely off topic lol sorry guys

marv85 · 01-27-2012, 09:24 PM

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Originally Posted by woptang22

well, I was all worried about the install, but it was super simple. I am using the 93 octane aggressive stage 1 map. I really can\'t believe the difference and I haven\'t got to drive it much yet. but in my opinion its literally a total transformation. but one weird thing, I have a turner motorsports cat back exhaust and it seemed to be pretty loud. with the cobb installed it seems quieter. I dont know off its just my imagination. but overall I\'m stunned at this setup.

I'm glad you got everything sorted out, enjoy your car

TXTT · 01-27-2012, 10:01 PM

I installed mine yesterday, 93 aggressive linear map. It seems like its lacking low end torque and high end ( above 3300 rpms) seems like power comes out of nowhere. my exhaust got a deeper tone right after the install.. it almost feels uncomfortable to hit WOT like before. my 2cents.

skinrock · 01-27-2012, 10:06 PM

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Originally Posted by TXTT

I installed mine yesterday, 93 aggressive linear map. It seems like its lacking low end torque and high end ( above 3300 rpms) seems like power comes out of nowhere. my exhaust got a deeper tone right after the install.. it almost feels uncomfortable to hit WOT like before. my 2cents.

Did you try the stock throttle map? Maybe you don't like linear...I know I don't.

smack · 01-27-2012, 10:57 PM

Congrats on the new Cobb unit. I too have the TMS exhaust and it kind of bums me out to hear that it subdued the exhaust note a bit with the tune. Oh well. It wont stop me from getting a Cobb unit as well.

rader1 · 01-27-2012, 11:14 PM

Try running the AP on map 0, your exhaust will get LOUD and pop like crazy between shifts lol

woptang22 · 01-28-2012, 07:40 AM

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Originally Posted by 91Octane

Any fault code yet?

no fault codes, hopefully I dont get any..

woptang22 · 01-28-2012, 07:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Zebra99

Better air fuel ratio with the Cobb?...wonder if that may alter exhaust note at different levels.

I need to get one!

I'm getting desperate lol

I guess thats possible. Its kind of strange how the exhaust sounds different. Not a bad thing. Just doesnt seem as loud.

woptang22 · 01-28-2012, 07:43 AM

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Originally Posted by **********s.com

Glad to hear that you're happy with the COBB John!

Thank you very much alan. I appreciate the great deal and customer service. To anyone that hasnt yet order from Alan at **********s, make sure he is the next person/shop you deal with for all you car needs. He was an excellent help and have me a great deal. Thanks again Alan.

woptang22 · 01-28-2012, 07:45 AM

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Originally Posted by bigdnno98

BTW if I ever go with aftermarket exhaust it'll be TMS. I've been eyeing that one for a while now.

I actually bought the TMS exhaust from a local guy that sold his car. I love the way it sounds. It doesnt seem like a lot of people on this forum have the TMS exhaust,. But when I first heard the sound of it on their website, I wanted it. So I think its a good choice when your ready. And thank you again for all your advice.

woptang22 · 01-28-2012, 07:47 AM

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Originally Posted by marv85

I'm glad you got everything sorted out, enjoy your car

thank you Marwan, I really appreciate all your PMs helping me out. Its greatly appreciated. Everything was nice and easy to install. Now I just have to get more time to drive the car. lol

woptang22 · 01-28-2012, 07:49 AM

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Originally Posted by skinrock

Did you try the stock throttle map? Maybe you don't like linear...I know I don't.

I dont believe I used the linear map. It was the aggressive stock map I used. I guess I can try them all to see what I like most.

woptang22 · 01-28-2012, 09:19 AM

By the way, if I want to use the AP as a boost gauge obviously it has to be plugged in. But do I have to unplug the unit every time I get out of the car because it stays on when the car is off? Im guessing there is no power button on the AP?

rader1 · 01-28-2012, 11:23 AM

Yep, you have to unplug it. It can cause an error message if you leave it plugged up long enough.

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boostaholic786 Captain 40 Rep 623 Posts Drives: E92 N54 with MHD Custom flash Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Plano TX iTrader: (0)	I havent heard much about the turner motorsports exhaust set up. Im running the akrapovic SS exhaust and AR downpipes and it sounds like a MONSTER. Akrapovic really makes the best products in my personal opinion. I dont know if I felt so much of a gain, but the sound is just absolutely amazing throughout the whole entire RPM range. No drone no rasp.
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TXTT Second Lieutenant 15 Rep 221 Posts Drives: 335 Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: TEXAS iTrader: (1)	I installed mine yesterday, 93 aggressive linear map. It seems like its lacking low end torque and high end ( above 3300 rpms) seems like power comes out of nowhere. my exhaust got a deeper tone right after the install.. it almost feels uncomfortable to hit WOT like before. my 2cents.
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smack Lieutenant Colonel 34 Rep 1,569 Posts Drives: BMW's/Flex Polishers Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Spangdahlem Germany iTrader: (0)	Congrats on the new Cobb unit. I too have the TMS exhaust and it kind of bums me out to hear that it subdued the exhaust note a bit with the tune. Oh well. It wont stop me from getting a Cobb unit as well.
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woptang22 Major 169 Rep 1,247 Posts Drives: 2009 E92 BMW M3 Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Bristol Pa iTrader: (1)	By the way, if I want to use the AP as a boost gauge obviously it has to be plugged in. But do I have to unplug the unit every time I get out of the car because it stays on when the car is off? Im guessing there is no power button on the AP?
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