Dirty Tool Posted October 13, 2008 Report Share Posted October 13, 2008 Dirty, At work at the mo so cant see the picture i posted which shows which way it turns, but I'm pretty sure your spot on tapping the right hand side. Try using some WD40 on and around the valve or some other lubricant and remember it will take some very heavy blows to dislodge depending on how bad it is. I ending up using a tyre mounter (like a small crowbar) and had to hit the end of it with a hammer to get it to go anywhere. HTH and good luck! Bang it on the right hand side. Thanks fellas...will give it another go with some heavy duty tools! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richierich Posted October 16, 2008 Report Share Posted October 16, 2008 I did it to my car when i changed the rear bumper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allymc Posted October 16, 2008 Report Share Posted October 16, 2008 Ive got no valve in my tailpipe? Its an OEM silencer too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamee Posted October 16, 2008 Report Share Posted October 16, 2008 the exhaust may have been replaced in the past, or someone has totally removed the vavle. IIRC - i dont think all 330's come with them, as the older cars only had one pipe for the exhaust. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
konceppt Posted November 11, 2008 Report Share Posted November 11, 2008 I have got an 03 330ci sport.will i be able to do this mod? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveDunlop Posted November 11, 2008 Report Share Posted November 11, 2008 not sure, get on your knees and have a look! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rickton Posted November 13, 2008 Report Share Posted November 13, 2008 Im tempted to do this at the weekend when iv got a spare 10 minutes, has anyone come across or noticed any potential for a derogatory effect? I have read the thread, and cant foresee any possible problems, but im very cautious by nature Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
konceppt Posted November 13, 2008 Report Share Posted November 13, 2008 My last motorbike was a 2007 suzuki gsxr 750 k7.That has an exhaust valve as standard which is electronic/cable operated.I did the same to my bike and had that for a year with no problems.I am sure it is designed for the same reason and was definitely noticeable when i kept it stuck open.i am going to look at my exhaust later and see if i have got one in my car as well. If i have got one i will film it before and after to get an idea as to how much it changes............... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
///Marty Posted November 13, 2008 Report Share Posted November 13, 2008 Im tempted to do this at the weekend when iv got a spare 10 minutes, has anyone come across or noticed any potential for a derogatory effect? I have read the thread, and cant foresee any possible problems, but im very cautious by nature Had mine done for a few months and not had any problems. Will have to do me until i can afford to upgrade the system. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simonlpearce Posted November 13, 2008 Report Share Posted November 13, 2008 As above really, had it done for a month and apart from the difference in noise there is absolutely no other change to the car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveDunlop Posted November 13, 2008 Report Share Posted November 13, 2008 unfortunately i did mine about 6hrs before i installed my bry.f air filter. so didnt have a good chance to tell the difference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ Syxx Posted November 13, 2008 Report Share Posted November 13, 2008 i think mine is permantly stuck on open so I guess I don't need to worry! lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
konceppt Posted November 13, 2008 Report Share Posted November 13, 2008 As above, I just went out to my car. I do have a valve in my exhaust but it is already open.And the thing is that its not rusted open.I can open and close it by hand but it sits open at rest.I got the missus to start the car and rev it up and the valve just stays open. There has only been one owner before me and i knew him.He is in his fifties and i know he would not have done this mod to his car. Whats do you reckon? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveDunlop Posted November 13, 2008 Report Share Posted November 13, 2008 is that with or without engine running? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
konceppt Posted November 13, 2008 Report Share Posted November 13, 2008 Both mate.at a standstill with the engine off it is open but free to move. start it up and idling its still open and free to move. when revving up it remains open. It is definitely not stuck open with rust because i can shut it by hand Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveDunlop Posted November 13, 2008 Report Share Posted November 13, 2008 well i think you dont have to worry about it then, sounds like ur ok. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rickton Posted November 14, 2008 Report Share Posted November 14, 2008 Right, gonna try this tomorrow on my 323 and i will report back with my findings Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonny Posted November 17, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 17, 2008 How did you get on Rick? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steviejay Posted November 17, 2008 Report Share Posted November 17, 2008 I just stuck a twig in mine. Being its a green car and stuff........not only that........I was in a "cant be arsed" kinda mood Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jarra Dave Posted January 2, 2009 Report Share Posted January 2, 2009 Hey all, Had me rear bumper off today to replace parking sensors; thought I'd do this mod while I had easy access. I can also confirm that this makes a marked difference in the sound of my 323ci (1999). However, I thought I would also point out that if you wish to use the valve/flap again, it is worthwhile that you cap off the vacum valve itself to stop all the road cr@p getting in there and blocking it. If you do not plan on using it again then don't bother! Here is a couple of phots of what I mean. I have taped mine up with electricians tape, the valve is far enough away from the exhaust to worry about the heat. Just my tuppence worth....... Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Psyxologos Posted January 6, 2009 Report Share Posted January 6, 2009 The valve in my 330 (2005) is rusted in the 'open' position too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahmet Posted February 1, 2009 Report Share Posted February 1, 2009 gents, i've tried this mod today. the valve was in the shut position, so i disconnected the pipe and screwed a screw in to it. I then tried to open the butterfly valve and it wasn't open. i applied some force with a crow bar and have slightly bent the valve. can anyone advise on how to open this or prise it open as it's not opening any further. thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woody Posted February 9, 2009 Report Share Posted February 9, 2009 My 325 doesnt have a valve. was hoping for some more sound Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nav Posted February 10, 2009 Report Share Posted February 10, 2009 My 325 doesnt have a valve. was hoping for some more sound was looking forward to doing this and im in the same position, my 325Ci facelift doesnt have a valve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woody Posted February 10, 2009 Report Share Posted February 10, 2009 mine is a facelift also 52 reg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
