Any recommendation of valve controller for M2?

Hook3549 · 01-10-2024, 11:56 PM

I have been considering of purchasing a valve controller for my M2. Installing midpipe definitely increased some exhaust sounds, but I felt like it was not loud enough. Looking at SST, IRL or Dahler, do these valve controller have same purpose of opening up the valve? It seems like many people are going for Dahler, but the price is almost double as SST one. Any recommendation would be appreciated!

1slowspec3 · 01-11-2024, 12:18 AM

If you want it louder all the time, just disable them

mike@x-ph.com · 01-11-2024, 11:14 AM

SST has been the most popular option since it was introduced.

Highly recommend it

tom @ eas · 01-11-2024, 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Hook3549

I have been considering of purchasing a valve controller for my M2. Installing midpipe definitely increased some exhaust sounds, but I felt like it was not loud enough. Looking at SST, IRL or Dahler, do these valve controller have same purpose of opening up the valve? It seems like many people are going for Dahler, but the price is almost double as SST one. Any recommendation would be appreciated!

Look into the Awron Smart CANFlap Exhasut Valve Controller. Fully integrated with the vehicle's CAN network and flash upgradable by USB as new features are introduced.

No remotes to fumble around with, all control is performed via OEM exhaust control button. User can define custom profiles for valve opening/closing, or just simply turn on/off. We have an ongoing thread here in the G80/G82 forum

▀▄ eas | AWRON - Smart CANFlap Exhaust Valve Controller for BMW
https://g80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1991762

Hook3549 · 01-11-2024, 02:37 PM

Thanks for all the suggestion!

mike@x-ph.com · 01-11-2024, 03:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Hook3549

Thanks for all the suggestion!

Please let us know what you decide to get

NewToM · 01-11-2024, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by tom @ eas

Look into the Awron Smart CANFlap Exhasut Valve Controller. Fully integrated with the vehicle's CAN network and flash upgradable by USB as new features are introduced.

No remotes to fumble around with, all control is performed via OEM exhaust control button. User can define custom profiles for valve opening/closing, or just simply turn on/off. We have an ongoing thread here in the G80/G82 forum

▀▄ eas | AWRON - Smart CANFlap Exhaust Valve Controller for BMW
https://g80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1991762

I am very interested in this setup… just have to convince the wife that it is imperative that I get this and a midpipe.

CadolinaRipr · 01-11-2024, 03:53 PM

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Originally Posted by NewToM

I am very interested in this setup… just have to convince the wife that it is imperative that I get this and a midpipe.

The internet says so, so there is that. Plus, you always NEED mods!

NewToM · 01-11-2024, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by CadolinaRipr

The internet says so, so there is that. Plus, you always NEED mods!

I just don’t want to push it as she has been cool with a little here and there. Hoping to get the okay to lower it and get wheels also…

CadolinaRipr · 01-11-2024, 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by NewToM

I just don’t want to push it as she has been cool with a little here and there. Hoping to get the okay to lower it and get wheels also…

I feel that. I’ve been trying very hard to justify the cost of a mid-pipe. They are crazy $ for what they are IMO. But, I do want one

two_three_two · 01-11-2024, 09:36 PM

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Originally Posted by mike@x-ph.com

SST has been the most popular option since it was introduced.

Highly recommend it

between the dinan and the SST - looks like you sell both - just curious why i might choose one over the other based on seeing those products?

mike@x-ph.com · 01-12-2024, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by two_three_two

between the dinan and the SST - looks like you sell both - just curious why i might choose one over the other based on seeing those products?

SST is a lot easier to install , Dinan requires more work

two_three_two · 01-12-2024, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by mike@x-ph.com

SST is a lot easier to install , Dinan requires more work

any long term reliability issues/functional differences other than install with G chassis owners?

mike@x-ph.com · 01-12-2024, 11:35 AM

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Originally Posted by two_three_two

any long term reliability issues/functional differences other than install with G chassis owners?

We sold hundreds of these controllers, as far as i know, 0 warranty claims

BMW DIY Guy · 01-22-2024, 12:12 PM

I am a big fan of the Dahler controller, and just installed one myself. The DIY video will be up in a few weeks, but it literally is a 30min install, and very easy.

tylerdurdem · 01-23-2024, 08:03 AM

Is there anything a valve controller can do that BM3 can't wrt sound?

mike@x-ph.com · 01-23-2024, 10:57 AM

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Originally Posted by tylerdurdem

Is there anything a valve controller can do that BM3 can't wrt sound?

bm3 valve control mimicks the stock control, when it says open, it means 70% open.

With the valve controller, you can force it at 100% open for a louder sound.

tylerdurdem · 01-24-2024, 08:02 AM

Matt@Evolve · 01-25-2024, 03:42 PM

We love the Awron for seamless operation, no extra fobs just the OE button doing what you wished it did from factory.

Hypori · 01-25-2024, 06:40 PM

Can confirm SST is easy to install and works perfectly with no issues so far. I programmed open/close to my rear view mirror buttons. Oddly, I've been liking the sound profile of comfort mode + fully open valves.

mike@x-ph.com · 01-26-2024, 10:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Hypori

Can confirm SST is easy to install and works perfectly with no issues so far. I programmed open/close to my rear view mirror buttons. Oddly, I've been liking the sound profile of comfort mode + fully open valves.

tommy_sn · 01-26-2024, 04:53 PM

How about this:
https://autoid.co/products/active-va...ontent=product

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