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Akrapovic Now Available at PSI

 

PSI is now carrying the most jaw-dropping and exotic exhausts in the world….

 

Akrapovic

 

Titanium Construction

 

The titanium in all of their exhaust systems is produced exclusively for Akrapovic. It is three times stronger and is more heat resistant than any other titanium product on the market and 40% lighter than stainless steel.

 

Available for E9x M3, 335i, and also available for E6x M6.

 

M3 Evolution Exhaust

 

 

The Akrapovic aftermarket Evolution exhaust system for BMW M3 consists of flow optimized link pipes with 2 x 100 cpsi sports catalysts and integrated resonators as well as a completely newly developed and now split-end mufflers. This exhaust system, made fully from titanium, reduces the overall weight when compared to the stock system by almost 53 lbs.

 

335 Evolution Exhaust

 

 

Akrapovic engineers developed a complete aftermarket exhaust system which pushes this powerful Bavarian ahead of the pack.  This system, which is made entirely of titanium or stainless steel, gives the BMW 335i more power and weighs less that offers an even better on-road performance. The BMW 335i stock exhaust system weighs more than twice as much as the titanium Evolution, which speaks of the great achievement of Akrapovic.

 

M6 Evolution Exhaust

 

Akrapovic Engineers developed a complete aftermarket exhaust system for the M6. The connection tubes of the Evolution System, i.e. the complete ex manifold system, are newly designed in order to optimize the exhaust flow by offering a bigger tube diameter, interference crossover tubes to improve the vibration characteristics of the exhaust, and the discard of the second set of catalysts. The end mufflers are now split. This technique reduces the weight considerably.

 

 

 

Contact us today for a quote…

PIck your Poison…….all stages of HPF at PSI

On display a Stage 2.5, 3, and a rare Stage 4 at PSI for pics.

Along with the Stage 4 was the Estoril Blue Stage 3 built on site at PSI in Orlando.

PSI is the Place For HKS SuperChargers

Heres just a few quick shots of some HKS installs and re-installs we have completed recently: 

2006 Competition package M3

HKS closeup PSI

HKS closeup PSI

E46 M3 Race prepped w/ HKS
Recaro Pole Position Interior:
Stay tuned for shots of an E36 HKS Stage 2 we just completed:

PSI builds rare 330ci Supercharged Rocket with HKS Blower

This customer from Pensacola, Florida has a one-of-a-kind 330 and he wanted to turn up the power and add an AA HKS Kit to the car.

Along with the S/C Kit, other upgrades include, custom M3 style exhaust, coilover suspension, matte black Brembo BBK, custom Alcantara interior and VEI Gauges.

Body and exterior upgrades include authentic AC Schnitzer Front Splitter, Vorsteiner GTS3 diffuser and M3 front and rear fenders.

THe HKS upgrade is a rare kit for a 330 making this enthusiasts dream a reality.

Quick pic of the HKS blower:

HKS Blower with custom Active Autowerke Bracket:

Larger blue injectors installed to match the boost from the HKS:

HKS oil tank with lines being installed to cool and lubricate the  the charger internals:

 HKS Cooler installed and will be fed through front kidneys:

Blower and Bracket installed and ready for belt:

Intercooler installed for boost cooling:

 

Belt and snail intake pipe added to charger:

View of bespoke AA air filter and intercooler:

Underneath view of all charge pipes:

Other upgrades being installed now and new pics and updates to follow.  Stay tuned to the PSI blog for more updates of this exciting 330 project!

G-Power M5 Photoshoot at PSI

About 4 weeks after completion of the kit, the M5 comes home for a check up and addition of Brembo Brakes and HREs.

During the stop in, we took a few shots of the long awaited G-Power SK-II 2008 E60 M5.

Upgrades include:

G-Power SK II Kit  ~ 600 rwhp

Vorsteiner Carbon Hood

RD Sport Headers

Active Autowerke Full Stainless Exhaust

20″ HRE Monoblock Wheels

Custom Orange Brembo 6 piston front and 4 piston rear Big Brake Kit

Enjoy!!

PSI G power M5 with PSI Sign

G-Power SK II Close Up at PSI

G-Power SK II Close Up at PSI

Brembo Close Up on G-Power Sk II

Brembo Close Up on G-Power Sk II

PSI Sign with G-Power M5 Full Shot

PSI Sign with G-Power M5 Full Shot

PSI Displays at 2009 Festivals of Speed

We made our  Festivals of Speed debut in 2008, and decided to really turn up the heat in ‘09 with 3 Display cars and decked out display area, check out the pics below for some shots of the event, and cars displayed:

Active Autowerke E90 M3

SK II G-Power M5 (recently completed)

HPF Stage 2.5 E46 M3

PSI Display Booth at FOS 2009

The PSI Crew sporting the PSI limited edition T-shirts!

PSI Display with Everyone

Shot of the SK II E60 M5:

G-Power SK II ASA Charger Close Up

G-Power Plaque Close Up SK II Kit

E90 Active Autowerke M3

Active Autowerke E90 M3

A visit from NBA stars Marcin Gortat and Dwight Howard really got the crowd brewing at the booth!

Dwight and Marcin visiting PSI at FOS 2009

The Beasts, G-Power M5 and HPF M3:

HPF M3 and G-Power M5 Hood Open Shots

2009 Festivals of Speed Exotic Display

See everyone in 2010 at the Ritz……..

PSI upgrades 1995 M3 with TC Kline Racing Coilovers

A clean example of a first year E36 M3, this 1995 M3 was in need of a great suspension setup.

We chose a TC Kline Single Adjustable Setup to give it the increase feel and handling that the client was looking for.

A quick compare between stock and TC Kline:

Along with the shocks and springs, the rear shock mounts were upgraded to help the chasis deal with the additional stiffness:

Along with the suspension upgrade, we also replaced the RTABS with the Powerflex bushings, which are tougher and more stiff than stock (Also alot less work to install) - you can see the difference below in stock vs. Powerflex.

We recommend this bushing mod an any E36, E46 with over 60,000 miles.  It is a must to make sure your car is handling as a BMW should.

Nice new stance for this PSI upgraded ‘95 M3!

This M3 is ready for the track now with more precise response and handling, this M3 is destined for many trips around the Orlando circuit ;)

Stay tuned for more updates on this fabulous M3.

PSI Drops M3 Vert on BBS LMRs and TC Kline Racing Coilovers

We added the Die Forged BBS Motorsport LMRs in Diamond Black and TC Kline Single Adjustable Coilovers to give this vert the handling it needed for the demanding client.

Custom Ordered BBS LMRs fit the wide M3 fenders nicely on this slammed Phoenix Yellow M3

Perfect drop and fitment was important in getting the slammed M3 around the streets of Orlando

Nitto 555s added necessary grip n the Active Autowerke Tuned M3.

The rarest of Rare BBS LMs and LMRs on display at PSI

Stay tuned for more updates on this slammed M3 Vert

PSI Upgrades HAMANN E92 M3, Billy Boat Exhaust, midpipes, pulley & more!

We upgraded the pilot’s M3 with the necessary mods all M3s should have:

Including:

E92 M3 Active Autowerke Mid-Pipes

Billy Boat Exhaust System

Active Autowerke E92 M3 Performance Software

Active Autowerke E9X M3 Signature Pulley System

A shot of the stock midpipes:
Close up of the power-robbing Catalysts:
Shot of AA midpipes installed:
Notes the resonators and quality fit and finish, these are the best midpipes available for the E9x M3s!
Perfect OEM fitment:
PSI Techs fitting and adjusting  the muffler and midpipe system:
Heres a shot of the Active Autowerke E92M3 Signature Pulley System:
Factory Pulley:
Once the pulley was installed, we also installed a new Kand N filter for some extra airflow into the V8 engine.
A sick pic of the intake trumpets on the V8:
Along with the performance mods, this commercial pilot opted for some aerodynamic upgrades from the famous HAMANN out of germany:
He added:
HAMANN Front Splitter
HAMANN Rear Carbon Fiber Diffuser
HAMANN Interior including iDrive
HAMANN rear wing
This is one the most unique M3s we have built at PSI, more pics below….enjoy:
Stay tuned to the BLOG for more updates on this SICK M3!


PSI upgrades 335i to run low 12s

This 335 customer came to us wanting the max power out of his 4 door saloon.

We installed the following :

Active Autowerke (AA) N54 Processor

AA Front Mount Intercooler

AA Blowoff Valve

AA full exhaust

AR Design Downpipes (prototypes)

Stock Intercooler removed:

Active Autowerke Intercooler:

AA Intercooler installed:

Comparison of stock vs. AA:

With the additional of Air flow, we added the AA exhaust to really gain some power and throaty tone to the exhaust note:

Next was the processor to tie in all of the additional components with the Factory ECU:

To top it all off we added the AA blowoff valve to add throttle response and quickness to the turbo components:

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