[MarkM5Lauderdale]

well, I'm biting the bullet. Got one on order and hopefully will recieve in the next couple of weeks. Cost ($2400) approximate, including shipping, installed. Also on order, cold air intake. (no price yet) Report from Dinan is that it will be done in Carbon fiber to match the rest of the engine bay.

Mark

 

[MAH]

Originally posted by MarkM5Lauderdale:
Mark,

Your going to have to send some pic of the install. When will it be complete? Keep us up to date.

Thanks,

Mark


well, I'm biting the bullet. Got one on order and hopefully will recieve in the next couple of weeks. Cost ($2400) approximate, including shipping, installed. Also on order, cold air intake. (no price yet) Report from Dinan is that it will be done in Carbon fiber to match the rest of the engine bay.

Mark

 

[MarkM5Lauderdale]

Found this on their website. Product should be in Stainless though.

 

[marlin]

Mark,

I wouldn't mind watching the install...if that's possible. I could also take a digital vieo clip for you to post.

 

[MarkM5Lauderdale]

Will let you know as soon as I have an appointment. Plan on taking my Sony Handycam as well. Also, got my camera mount installed in the car. Just about ready for Oktoberfest!

Mark

 

[MAH]

Originally posted by marlin:
Marlin,

I look forward to the video.

Thanks,

Mark

Mark,

I wouldn't mind watching the install...if that's possible. I could also take a digital vieo clip for you to post.

 

[MAH]

Originally posted by MarkM5Lauderdale:
Mark,

Look forward to the results.

Thanks,

Mark


Will let you know as soon as I have an appointment. Plan on taking my Sony Handycam as well. Also, got my camera mount installed in the car. Just about ready for Oktoberfest!

Mark

 

[Parkerfe]

Originally posted by MarkM5Lauderdale:
well, I'm biting the bullet. Got one on order and hopefully will recieve in the next couple of weeks. Cost ($2400) approximate, including shipping, installed. Also on order, cold air intake. (no price yet) Report from Dinan is that it will be done in Carbon fiber to match the rest of the engine bay.

Mark

Thats a lot to pay for a Dinan when Tubi-style of Italy is coming out with a catback systen for the M-5 in early 2001.

 

[mkf]

I HAVE A EXTRA SET OF SUPERSPRINT EXAUST FOR A 2000 M5.. THE EXAUST HAS 2000 MILES ON IT ,, THEY SOUND GREAT AND ADD ABOUT 12 HP..PLUS GREAT GAS MILEAGE .. ALSO DINAN STRUT BRACE FOR 2000 M5 ,, REALLY TIGHTENS UP THE FROMT END.. MUCH MORE STABLE IN TURNS AND AT TOP SPEEDS.. ALL FOR SALE....

Originally posted by Parkerfe:

Originally posted by MarkM5Lauderdale:
well, I'm biting the bullet. Got one on order and hopefully will recieve in the next couple of weeks. Cost ($2400) approximate, including shipping, installed. Also on order, cold air intake. (no price yet) Report from Dinan is that it will be done in Carbon fiber to match the rest of the engine bay.

Mark

Thats a lot to pay for a Dinan when Tubi-style of Italy is coming out with a catback systen for the M-5 in early 2001.

 

[Parkerfe]

Originally posted by mkf:
I HAVE A EXTRA SET OF SUPERSPRINT EXAUST FOR A 2000 M5.. THE EXAUST HAS 2000 MILES ON IT ,, THEY SOUND GREAT AND ADD ABOUT 12 HP..PLUS GREAT GAS MILEAGE .. ALSO DINAN STRUT BRACE FOR 2000 M5 ,, REALLY TIGHTENS UP THE FROMT END.. MUCH MORE STABLE IN TURNS AND AT TOP SPEEDS.. ALL FOR SALE....

How much for the struct brace ?



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[MarkM5Lauderdale]

Already put the deposit on the Dinan. Besides, I'd like to try and get all my aftermarket parts from one source. That way, if there's a problem.......
Here's to keeping my fingers crossed!

 

[MarkM5Lauderdale]

Marlin, spoke to Bobby today. He does have access to a Dyno. Suggested we get there early and we'll Dyno first, then install exhaust and Dyno again. Still no word on delivery of exhaust system.Ohhhhh the waiting!

Mark

 

[MarkM5Lauderdale]

Marlin, looks like the car goes in this weekend. They'll start work on Monday. I have jury duty so I can't be there to document the process. Feel free to pop in and see what they're doing.
Found a picture of the rear strut bar too. Looks sharp!

Mark

 

[bobafett]

The rear strut bar is mounted in the trunk? I'm sorry if this sounds stupid, but why would it be there? So where, then, would one put the rear sway-bar?

--Dan

 

[MarkM5Lauderdale]

Mounted to the top of the rear shock towers. Basically does the same thing as the front strut bar, which is, tighten up body flexing which occurs in hard driving. Now, whether the M5 needs it or not is another question. Probably, those with the fold down rear seats might notice a measurable difference, Don't know about the rest of us though. I do happen to think it looks nice, which can be as much a reason for purchasing things as any. Besides, I have all that weight problem being created by adding the Dinan exhaust which is supposedly 50lbs lighter.

Mark