2013 JCW Akrapovic Sport cat fitment
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I’ve got one fitted to my GP2 - you’ll love it.
Two options for you really:
1) Do nothing. Put up with the occasional CEL and carry a Carly adapter or something to clear it - this is what I do.
2) Get Lohen or someone to code the CEL out, either on it’s own or as part of a stage 1 map.
Two options for you really:
1) Do nothing. Put up with the occasional CEL and carry a Carly adapter or something to clear it - this is what I do.
2) Get Lohen or someone to code the CEL out, either on it’s own or as part of a stage 1 map.
Do it! Had one fitted to my GP2 a couple of weeks back and it makes me smile. A lot.
There is a third option, Akrapovic do an electronics module called the Delete-R, which sorts out the error lights. Not sure if this is still available, I picked one up second hand. Although I think a remap might be on the cards for later this year.
There is a third option, Akrapovic do an electronics module called the Delete-R, which sorts out the error lights. Not sure if this is still available, I picked one up second hand. Although I think a remap might be on the cards for later this year.
NeilAndHisMini said:
Do it! Had one fitted to my GP2 a couple of weeks back and it makes me smile. A lot.
There is a third option, Akrapovic do an electronics module called the Delete-R, which sorts out the error lights. Not sure if this is still available, I picked one up second hand. Although I think a remap might be on the cards for later this year.
I’d forgotten about the cable! I love how much Akrapovic charge for it conscidering it just ‘turns off the light’ There is a third option, Akrapovic do an electronics module called the Delete-R, which sorts out the error lights. Not sure if this is still available, I picked one up second hand. Although I think a remap might be on the cards for later this year.
Glad you’re enjoying the downpipe... 100% extra popping goodness
MDifficult said:
NeilAndHisMini said:
Do it! Had one fitted to my GP2 a couple of weeks back and it makes me smile. A lot.
There is a third option, Akrapovic do an electronics module called the Delete-R, which sorts out the error lights. Not sure if this is still available, I picked one up second hand. Although I think a remap might be on the cards for later this year.
I’d forgotten about the cable! I love how much Akrapovic charge for it conscidering it just ‘turns off the light’ There is a third option, Akrapovic do an electronics module called the Delete-R, which sorts out the error lights. Not sure if this is still available, I picked one up second hand. Although I think a remap might be on the cards for later this year.
Glad you’re enjoying the downpipe... 100% extra popping goodness
Don't think I'd pay the new price but someone I know was selling.The noise is hilarious now. Not sure my neighbours appreciate the cold start fire up in the confines of my garage as much as I do.
lucebayjack said:
I like the idea of more pops and bangs! Will there not be any over fueling issues, cat getting too hot etc without a remap?
TBH, the only reason I’ve not re-mapped mine is because I’m trying to keep it as stock as possible to keep the value in the car. Downpipe was just too much to resist. If I had a JCW rather than a GP2, I’d be doing all the typical stuff, Downpipe, intake, intercooler, manic map, coil-overs. And I’d be getting flames added to the map because I’m an enormous child.
I'm planning on having one fitted too as part of the Lohen Performance Pack 2. Not booked it in yet as want to get the clutch and Quaife diff done at the same time so will be a bit of a splurge on the wallet.
The Milltek DP is also an option as part of the pack but Akrapovik quality is renowned - it's 100 cell as opposed to the 200 cell Milltek (and a little more expensive of course).
What's it like noise wise on the motorway and general pootling? Asked this already I know elsewhere, but open to all views before I possibly make an expensive mistake. Thanks.
The Milltek DP is also an option as part of the pack but Akrapovik quality is renowned - it's 100 cell as opposed to the 200 cell Milltek (and a little more expensive of course).
What's it like noise wise on the motorway and general pootling? Asked this already I know elsewhere, but open to all views before I possibly make an expensive mistake. Thanks.
GaryF said:
I'm planning on having one fitted too as part of the Lohen Performance Pack 2. Not booked it in yet as want to get the clutch and Quaife diff done at the same time so will be a bit of a splurge on the wallet.
The Milltek DP is also an option as part of the pack but Akrapovik quality is renowned - it's 100 cell as opposed to the 200 cell Milltek (and a little more expensive of course).
What's it like noise wise on the motorway and general pootling? Asked this already I know elsewhere, but open to all views before I possibly make an expensive mistake. Thanks.
Hard for me to judge... the lack of back seats means even the standard exhaust and road noise are pretty noticeable on the motorway. That said, it’s no worse than standard in that situation. The Milltek DP is also an option as part of the pack but Akrapovik quality is renowned - it's 100 cell as opposed to the 200 cell Milltek (and a little more expensive of course).
What's it like noise wise on the motorway and general pootling? Asked this already I know elsewhere, but open to all views before I possibly make an expensive mistake. Thanks.
I’d describe the noise as slightly deeper lower in the rev range, sharper at high revs. With Sport pressed, you now get the odd ‘crack’ during upshifts and a huge dollop more ‘pops’ on the overrun. Perfect
I've got a pretty stupid question. I'd like to get some bits done to my GP2 at Lohen, I live on the south east coast so it's quite a journey and I wouldn't come back home. Looking on Google Maps their workshop seems pretty out of the way. Is there anything to actually do nearby or do you just sit and wait for a few hours while the work is done?
Brainpox said:
I've got a pretty stupid question. I'd like to get some bits done to my GP2 at Lohen, I live on the south east coast so it's quite a journey and I wouldn't come back home. Looking on Google Maps their workshop seems pretty out of the way. Is there anything to actually do nearby or do you just sit and wait for a few hours while the work is done?
There's a good sized customer lounge with WiFi, TV and lots of sofas, plus free hot and cold drinks. It's a 20-minute walk to Eccleshall, a big village with several pubs, a couple of cafes, barber, big Co-op etc. From there you could get a bus to Stafford (about 20mins I think).When I asked Lohen about the differences between the Akrapovik v Miltek they said the note was a little different and because the Akrapovik had fewer cells in the cat that it should show an improved bhp count but negligible - i.e. up to +3 bhp. Milltek is cheaper of the two. I have neither so only playing back what info I gleaned.
So I went for the Miltek. This choice came down to price. I had the chance to purchase a barley used Miltek at a decent discount.
After a spirited test run I can confirm plenty more pops and bangs. The sound on over run resembles an automatic weapon! It also has a deeper and harsher note when pressing on. Out of sport mode and when driving sensibly there is no droan and no noticeable difference from the stock cat. No CEL light (yet) either.
All in all I’m very happy with it. Airtec intercooler and a stage 2 remap next I think!
After a spirited test run I can confirm plenty more pops and bangs. The sound on over run resembles an automatic weapon! It also has a deeper and harsher note when pressing on. Out of sport mode and when driving sensibly there is no droan and no noticeable difference from the stock cat. No CEL light (yet) either.
All in all I’m very happy with it. Airtec intercooler and a stage 2 remap next I think!
lucebayjack said:
So I went for the Miltek. This choice came down to price. I had the chance to purchase a barley used Miltek at a decent discount.
After a spirited test run I can confirm plenty more pops and bangs. The sound on over run resembles an automatic weapon! It also has a deeper and harsher note when pressing on. Out of sport mode and when driving sensibly there is no droan and no noticeable difference from the stock cat. No CEL light (yet) either.
All in all I’m very happy with it. Airtec intercooler and a stage 2 remap next I think!
Excellent. Stage two is on my to do list too - looking forward to that soon After a spirited test run I can confirm plenty more pops and bangs. The sound on over run resembles an automatic weapon! It also has a deeper and harsher note when pressing on. Out of sport mode and when driving sensibly there is no droan and no noticeable difference from the stock cat. No CEL light (yet) either.
All in all I’m very happy with it. Airtec intercooler and a stage 2 remap next I think!
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