These downpipes are the single most effective performance upgrade available for a Twin Turbo VR 2016+ Q50 or 2017+ Q60. Installing these downpipes will produce an additional 50-60+ RWHP on 3.0t Premium (300 HP) models and 25-35+ RWHP on Red Sport (400 HP) models with no additional modifications and no tune required, although a catback exhaust system is recommended to reach full potential. The factory exhaust utilizes 4 catalytic converters mounted directly off of the turbo outlets. These cats are by far the largest restriction in the VR30DDTT's respiratory system, slowing down exhaust flow and creating substantial backpressure. The catless expansion downpipes allow the turbos to breathe and spool up substantially faster resulting in a dramatic increase in horsepower and torque across the entire powerband. The expansion design allows hot gases exiting the turbo to smoothly expand out into full 3.0″ 304 SS piping, the resulting pressure differential on the back side of the turbine wheel results in insanely fast spool and increased maximum boost pressures. As the exhaust gases cool further downstream they are funneled back down into a 2.5″ outlet compatible with factory and most aftermarket catback exhaust systems.
The downpipes utilize factory style V-band flanges to fit the stock turbos with no aftermarket hardware needed. (Use of the existing OEM V-Band Clamp is required.) The fitment of these downpipes caters to factory design of the catalytic converters and y-pipe, allowing you to bolt these in place of the factory converters with no modification necessary, efficient all factory mounting points for great fitment on factory and aftermarket exhausts. These downpipes can be installed without removing the engine in a few hours using the proper tools.
Features:
Utilize OEM Mounting Tabs
CNC Machined V-Band Flange (Fits OEM V-Band Flange)
J-Pipe O2 Sensor Bungs
100% Tig Welded T304 Stainless Steel
Fits 300hp and 400hp Red Sport Models
Enhances Exhaust Note From Tailpipe As Well As Turbo Spool Noise
Includes Hardware and MLS Gaskets
Due to the removal of the catalytic converter, this product is for off road use only. This product is not emissions compliant.
18.4lbs Weight Savings Over Stock
(29.4lbs Stock vs. 11lbs Race Downpipe)
Includes:
(2) 3” Race Downpipes
(1) Hardware Kit (For 2-Bolt Flange)
(2) 2-Bolt Exhaust Gaskets