Milltek Valvesonic exhaust: getting closer!

[MilltekSportUSA]

Many of you have been asking, so i figured i'd give everyone an update. I'll have pictures shortly, the parts are being photographed at the end of next week. We hope to have systems here by the first week in January (Milltek has a show in the UK opening January 10th, so they'd like to time the release with that). Pricing is still being determined, but there will be a special price for those with existing Milltek systems that would like to upgrade. If anyone has any questions, please feel free to contact me. Also, keep an eye on our FB page (https://www.facebook.com/Griffin.Motorwerke) for photos/videos

[richib86]

[:D]

[Brooklyn]

I must have missed your earlier posts. What are we talking about?

[richib86]

valved miltek exhaust

[Brooklyn]

rgr - I gathered as much. Any details? Thought I was up to speed on Mill's B8 offerings, but first I'm hearing about this.

[dparm]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v80/TheGSRGuy/funny/clint-nod.gif

[richib86]

http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/485020-Valved-aftermarket-exhausts?highlight=valved+exhaust
rgr - I gathered as much. Any details? Thought I was up to speed on Mill's B8 offerings, but first I'm hearing about this.

[FatalBert]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v80/TheGSRGuy/funny/clint-nod.gif

Wow I never noticed how lopsided his eyes were back then. That put it all into perspective!

[ENV²]

http://replygif.net/i/542

[tsaktuo]

This for B8 or B8.5?

[Jimminez]

Interesting...

Since we are throwing up Clint Eastwood pics, here's another of Mr. Skwinty

http://www.gq.com/images/entertainment/MOTY/2009/12/clint-eastwood/slideshow/gq-man-of-the-year-clint-eastwood-02.jpg

[Borti]

yes!!!

[AKPS4]

If anyone is considering selling their current milltek exhaust to upgrade PM me and I want to be first on the list to buy! Can't afford a whole new system but may be able to work for a used system. I love the milltek exhaust on the B8s. I'm sure people will want to upgrade, I would, so let me be the first to request someones current exhaust.

I should clarify, non-resonated exhaust system.

[theKB]

Very interested to see this!

http://cdn.theguardian.tv/brightcove/poster/2012/8/31/120831ClintEastwoodGOP_6607027.jpg

[richib86]

cant tell if serious...
This for B8 or B8.5?

[Patrick Bateman]

http://replygif.net/i/542

THIS !!!!! .... Is what im talkin bout! Happy weekend boys! Im heading to Dorcia!

PB.

[dawei213]

I hate posts like this...just the anticipation is killing me! [:p] I wish it was more of a "Guys, look at the new stuff we're offering RIGHT NOW!" thread.

[David@EuroCode]

Excellent news!!!

http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m5xk7gNMjX1rugs13o1_500.jpg

Where my mufflers at?! [:D]

[David@EuroCode]

cant tell if serious...

Stop being so mean Dick!

[svander]

cant tell if serious...

I have it on good authority that this will only fit B8.2.43 cars.

[tsaktuo]

Forgive my ignorance...figured there were a few changes underneath. Alu Kreuz is different for the two!

[richib86]

yea that was dickish of me, my bad lol

[richib86]

Stop being so mean Dick!
http://img41.imageshack.us/img41/3959/trollface4.jpg

[Borti]

It is now time to release the pictures and video.

[mkato13]

Looking forward to hearing more about the features, sound, install and price

[dave329]

Looking forward to hearing more about the features, sound, install and price

+1 I'm sure the features, sound will meet our expectations. I am curious on price for full system.

[EVO2MAD]

Where is christmas gift from milltek? :-)

[Jimminez]

Any updates?

[Audi461]

Wow, still nothing..? FAIL. Lost interest/patience buying an AWE. [:D]

[EVO2MAD]

((...

[westwest888]

Millitek makes great stuff. You probably can't go wrong with either their original system or this new one, even sight unseen.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8cIVKnInvIE

[FatalBert]

What is the status of this system? It been over 2 months now since the OP and not a single reply?

[sirpickles]

Left the phone/camera on the ground recording [:p]


Millitek makes great stuff. You probably can't go wrong with either their original system or this new one, even sight unseen.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8cIVKnInvIE

[subiesleeper]

Sounds amazing!

[richib86]

What is the status of this system? It been over 2 months now since the OP and not a single reply?

I don't think they're going to produce it

[EVO2MAD]

Why? You dont like it or what?

[phillips2024]

bomb drop

[richib86]

Why? You dont like it or what?

no i love it, i think it would be silly for them not to go ahead with it

[KRS Aaron]

no i love it, i think it would be silly for them not to go ahead with it

Do you think that they would be open to giving the design to someone who knew how to execute the idea? If this is a question of building a module that can be installed in an exhaust system, I know some people who could possibly execute the idea. Do you have an idea of why this project may die?

[richib86]

Do you think that they would be open to giving the design to someone who knew how to execute the idea? If this is a question of building a module that can be installed in an exhaust system, I know some people who could possibly execute the idea. Do you have an idea of why this project may die?

no clue, the ECU module they have for the exhaust works really well. it may have been the increase in overall price of the exhaust system? i really don't know but am also disappointed as they were going to do more with that ecu module.

[MilltekSportUSA]

Quick update for everyone. They're still moving forward with this. They've made a couple changes that have delayed the release. First of all, there's has been alot of requests to make the system louder, so they're doing some re-development on the front parts of the system. Also, they're moving to an electronically operated valve (vs. vacuum operated) and have run into a little supply hiccup but that should be resolved shortly.

[richib86]

will they be keeping the and developing that ecu further greg?

[MilltekSportUSA]

Yes, the module will always be required. The liability with solely manually operated valves is too great. Accidental closing of the valves at high RPM could potentially cause engine damage.

[AKPS4]

louder is always better! this will be way out of my league but cant wait to hear it.

[KRS Aaron]

Yes, the module will always be required. The liability with solely manually operated valves is too great. Accidental closing of the valves at high RPM could potentially cause engine damage.

If you had to guess. What do you think the current time frame to release is? Also, does Milltek want a Nogaro test car in the midwest?

[phillips2024]

nice! this sounds awesome. I hope they make some bigger tips

[richib86]

the system has oval tips not quads, but 100% agree about larger tips
nice! this sounds awesome. I hope they make some bigger tips

[FatalBert]

http://cdn.memegenerator.net/instances/400x/29338382.jpg

[JohnEnglish]

Last I heard it wasn't going ahead. Well it was but the "automatic valves" would not be part of the exhaust.


Those would be the ones. As Rich will tell you, when we chatted at WF18, there was tremendous potential. That feature is not part of it. Milltek offered little to no support or information afterwards. They also opted to let Griffin handle everything, instead of me, shutting me out.

I'll hint that there is a reason there is no more Mtk product listed on my website anymore.

If you've known me (the work I did for the B8 S4 system/Milltek) under a prior username on this forum, you'll know why I'm a touch bitter [>_>]

[Existentialist]

I was told by Milltek's customer service earlier this month that they were preparing a valved exhaust for release this summer. That's all the detail I got.

[Saud]

I was told by Milltek's customer service earlier this month that they were preparing a valved exhaust for release this summer. That's all the detail I got.

Can't wait for the exhaust!! Im so impatient about waiting, i was thinking of welding the rs4 rear suction with my awe, but it didnt work because of the vacuum system which is just for the rs4!


MILLTEK!!!! Do this system faster!!

[Saud]

http://www.millteksport.com/images/press/39.pdf

Hehehehe!

[FatalBert]

http://www.millteksport.com/images/press/39.pdf

Hehehehe!

An aftermarket version of Drive Select is not far away!!

[AstleyJ]

Last thing I heard about this was that at waterfest (or some other show, I'm not sure I remember correctly) this year they would be displaying/announcing this system... But I have been following/waiting for this to come out for close to two years now and it has yet to happen so I'm not getting my hopes up.

[MilltekSportUSA]

Quick update. Things are getting closer with the new electronic valves and updated control module. its in the last stages of road testing now and hopefully we'll have something here in the next 4 weeks or so. fingers crossed...

[KRS Aaron]

Quick update. Things are getting closer with the new electronic valves and updated control module. its in the last stages of road testing now and hopefully we'll have something here in the next 4 weeks or so. fingers crossed...

Any teaser videos?

[mkato13]

Glad to know its gonna be produced. Id love to have a louder sound when I want it but quieter when I need it. I have the Milltek Nonres now and it sounds great but when I have a headache its just too damn loud and there are times when Id love it to be louder as well.

[dangerous_dave7]

Any idea of what price range this is going to be in approximately?

[Saud]

Any idea of what price range this is going to be in approximately?

+any firm release date? Any deposit?

[Saud]

+any firm release date? Any deposit?

+ would be any tip options or only the oval ones? Would be nice if we can get a quad!

[mecheng]

Quick update. Things are getting closer with the new electronic valves and updated control module. its in the last stages of road testing now and hopefully we'll have something here in the next 4 weeks or so. fingers crossed...

Coming up on 4-weeks, anything to report?

[MilltekSportUSA]

hoping to get my hands on a few systems near the last days of November. Pricing coming soon. I'm headed to Cali Sunday evening to meet with the Milltek guys for a few days and will get more info then.

[dubbed_monk]

Glad this is coming to life. Looking forward for more info....... [up]

[snakeawesome]

Ask them if they need a test car I'd be willing to let them use mine for the right price [:D]

[richib86]

Ask them if they need a test car I'd be willing to let them use mine for the right price [:D]

ive been testing for over a year now [;)]

[AstleyJ]

hoping to get my hands on a few systems near the last days of November. Pricing coming soon. I'm headed to Cali Sunday evening to meet with the Milltek guys for a few days and will get more info then.

I'm just going to go ahead and call dibbs. On the testing note, they will probably need someone to test at higher altitudes... Sign me up!

[KRS Aaron]

I'm just going to go ahead and call dibbs. On the testing note, they will probably need someone to test at higher altitudes... Sign me up!

Or perhaps they would like to test on one of the 2 Nogaro S4s known in the US? Greg@Griffin?

[AstleyJ]

Drum roll.......

[Saud]

Drum roll.......

..........

[mecheng]

... crickets.

[AudiS4TW]

Well, the last days of November have come to pass and there is still no update. This reminds me of Microsoft Windows product releases.


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[mecheng]

Vaporware.

[AudiS4TW]

Milltek has photos of it on their Facebook page, but the exhaust depicted is for an RS6.


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[drob23]

Vaporware.

Duke Nukem Forever!!!

[MilltekSportUSA]

OK, spoke to Milltek. The first batch of valves has been slightly delayed. Also, the car we plan to test on here is now a B8.5 so Milltek is now developing larger tips to fit the B8.5 valance opening. I apologize that its been taking so long, but they're making sure everything gets done properly.

[richib86]

awesome [up]

[AudiS4TW]

OK, spoke to Milltek. The first batch of valves has been slightly delayed. Also, the car we plan to test on here is now a B8.5 so Milltek is now developing larger tips to fit the B8.5 valance opening. I apologize that its been taking so long, but they're making sure everything gets done properly.

Greg - do you have a rough estimate how much it's gonna cost? I have a B8.5 and I'm ready to make the switch and have that switch. :) I shall PM you instead.



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[apexit1]

wonder who that new test car will be lol

[AstleyJ]

At this point I honestly wish I hadn't waited this long for this system. It must be close to two years now and still we are just being strung along with no actual timetable. Sure enough it's going to come out and be something like 5-6K which would be too pricey anyways. Probably just going to purchase the resonated Milltek and be done with it.

[drob23]

At this point I honestly wish I hadn't waited this long for this system. It must be close to two years now and still we are just being strung along with no actual timetable. Sure enough it's going to come out and be something like 5-6K which would be too pricey anyways. Probably just going to purchase the resonated Milltek and be done with it.

Lol welcome to the world of the b8 s4.

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[s4sean87]

They will never recover the money it has taken to develop this system.

[mecheng]

At this point I honestly wish I hadn't waited this long for this system. It must be close to two years now and still we are just being strung along with no actual timetable. Sure enough it's going to come out and be something like 5-6K which would be too pricey anyways. Probably just going to purchase the resonated Milltek and be done with it.

I've heard the best way to goad a company is to complain, then give-in and buy an alternative product they offer. That'll teach em.

[mecheng]

They will never recover the money it has taken to develop this system.

You're talking about the $100 it's cost them to pay a couple of employee's to start a forum thread? Far as I or anyone else can tell they haven't spent anything on R&D yet...

[AstleyJ]

I've heard the best way to goad a company is to complain, then give-in and buy an alternative product they offer. That'll teach em.

Not trying to goad anyone here. Just expressing my frustrations inside a community of others who likely are feeling the same way. Milltek never made me any promises that this system would be released on any specific date or at all. There is clearly a reason that I have been waiting for this system to come out, but I may just give in and buy a different one of their systems since I have no faith that I won't waste another year of my time waiting for this one. The life of the car in my garage will likely only be another 4-5 years and I would like to enjoy those with the ride as much as possible. I love the way these systems sound and have only heard good things about Milltek. Just sucks that this hasn't happened yet.

[Bomiz]

Not trying to goad anyone here. Just expressing my frustrations inside a community of others who likely are feeling the same way. Milltek never made me any promises that this system would be released on any specific date or at all. There is clearly a reason that I have been waiting for this system to come out, but I may just give in and buy a different one of their systems since I have no faith that I won't waste another year of my time waiting for this one. The life of the car in my garage will likely only be another 4-5 years and I would like to enjoy those with the ride as much as possible. I love the way these systems sound and have only heard good things about Milltek. Just sucks that this hasn't happened yet.

There's 1 or 2 other exhaust systems that are Valved, just somewhat difficult to get in the US. And the quality I remember is top notch on those systems

[drob23]

Not trying to goad anyone here. Just expressing my frustrations inside a community of others who likely are feeling the same way. Milltek never made me any promises that this system would be released on any specific date or at all. There is clearly a reason that I have been waiting for this system to come out, but I may just give in and buy a different one of their systems since I have no faith that I won't waste another year of my time waiting for this one. The life of the car in my garage will likely only be another 4-5 years and I would like to enjoy those with the ride as much as possible. I love the way these systems sound and have only heard good things about Milltek. Just sucks that this hasn't happened yet.

Honestly man, just go with the resonated version and be done with it. The valved one is probably gonna be at least 3.5k, and from all accounts, the resonated version is very quiet when you're off throttle but beastly when on. What more can you want lol!

[AstleyJ]

Honestly man, just go with the resonated version and be done with it. The valved one is probably gonna be at least 3.5k, and from all accounts, the resonated version is very quiet when you're off throttle but beastly when on. What more can you want lol!

That's what I'm looking for. The whole thing started due to indecision about resonated vs. non and whether non would be too much. Obviously the valved would be ideal in this case. But I'm just going to go with the resonated and not look back.

[richib86]

wait just a LITTLE bit longer, trust me

[Bomiz]

wait just a LITTLE bit longer, trust me

Post pics of ur new car!

[richib86]

Post pics of ur new car!

as soon as I get a few more parts installed I'll post up some pics

[AudiS4TW]

New version of the current catback system specifically for the B8.5 coming this February. Valvesonic in March/April timeframe from what I was told.


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[Saud]

New version of the current catback system specifically for the B8.5 coming this February. Valvesonic in March/April timeframe from what I was told.


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Was told should be up january of last year :p then july then august then october then december then now then you never know :p

[AudiS4TW]

Was told should be up january of last year :p then july then august then october then december then now then you never know :p

Yeah, it remains to be seen, but FWIW I got the news from Milltek UK themselves.


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[Triharderken]

Hey guys, it's out. You're welcome.

[AudiS4TW]

It's been out for a while but no one cares anymore.


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[timzcat]

^^^[:D] Best post in thread

[Saud]

It's been out for a while but no one cares anymore.


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yeah stop buying from the company..





lol

[chrisngrod]

Ours will come in Friday or Monday. #justsayin =P

[MilltekSportUSA]

Systems are in stock, ready to ship. Starting at $3399. I'm sure chrisngrod will post up an awesome video as soon as he gets it installed!

Available through Griffin Motorwerke and their network of Milltek dealers (http://www.g-werke.com/dealers): http://www.g-werke.com/categories/audi/s4/b8-5-2013-current/

[stefdds]

I just discovered this thread; wow, its been some time form post 1 to post 99! All I can say is....... Great!! Congratulations Milltek, congratulations for another oem type retrofit/upgrade mod that does NOT involve the F*&^^% Dealer. And, is every bit as good as if not Better than what our cars were produced with. How great is it that a 2008,2009 S5 can be practically (in many ways- not all) brought up to 2013 RS5 spec!!!

Lets see what we do not have to put up with regarding this ingenious oem like upgrade: no Audi dealer visit, no Immobilizer worries, no component protection BS, no pleading with the dealer and then have them act like they are doing you some sort of a "favor" for working on your car, no more listening to a service manager or service writer spew the corporate nonsense of the day that he or she is ordered to tell you (RS5 brake concerns come to mind) . I could go on and on ; like the RS5 owner on here who went to the A-dealer and had different offset wheels rotated only to find they didn't change the spacers and what resulted was rubbed off and burnt paint on the outer edges of the body- THAT makes my point precisely. All that investment and a service manager/writer can't even walk around the vehicle and check the work before the customer drives off. Anyway.....

Wonderful!!!!!! and a big thank you Milltek (Valvesonic technology with stand alone computer-canbus integration) , thank you Bilstein (B16 iRC system with stand alone computer and Iphone app), Thank you Ross-tech (freeing us from being "slaves" to our electronically "locked down" cars ; ECS tuning for serviceable full floating rotors and many, many more manufacturers.

What do all these products have in common.......Liberation , liberation for all of us as Audi owners of Private property to be able to work on them as we please and when we please and how we please. All these products (as you all know) allow the OWNER to program and make (legal) adjustments as they desire by purchasing the product and in some cases the license to use the respective manufacturers software. What a bargain! Sure, these aftermarket items are costly (down right expensive) , until you consider going to a Audi Dealer and state your upgrade or retrofit desires! I really feel for all of you oem warranty owners as you can barely put gas in your car without being "monitored" - some day you to will be "free"!

These products, in many cases, are actually better than what your vehicle was manufactured/spec'ed with.... RS5's included! ; how special is that. Sure, we bit&** and moan -me included- but where would all of us moders and up-graders and retrofiters be without these manufacturers ...... we would be at the A-dealers getting "whipped" that's where.

WELL DONE Milltek, well done! (or as or Audi colleagues across the pond like to say.... Brilliant, brilliant!)

Note: I'm in the market and recently discovered the Valvesonic system for my 2009 S5 4.2L and I recommend Greg V. at Milltek sport USA (above) as I have spoken with him and I am very confident that should I need any support on this product, he will be available. (yet.....another benefit!...... and these days, what is that worth (?)

[sirsycott]

Systems are in stock, ready to ship. Starting at $3399. I'm sure chrisngrod will post up an awesome video as soon as he gets it installed!

Available through Griffin Motorwerke and their network of Milltek dealers (http://www.g-werke.com/dealers): http://www.g-werke.com/categories/audi/s4/b8-5-2013-current/

i saw in the first thread that there would be a discount for customers who already own a milltek system

can you pm me with price?

also i would like to know what's involved in install for valvesonic since it's now electronic, do i have to surrender the OBD2 port? as i'm already using that for my p3 boost gauge, would love more info on this

[richib86]

i saw in the first thread that there would be a discount for customers who already own a milltek system

can you pm me with price?

also i would like to know what's involved in install for valvesonic since it's now electronic, do i have to surrender the OBD2 port? as i'm already using that for my p3 boost gauge, would love more info on this

its all wired up in the rear right side of the car where the rear fuse box is located. the only thing you surrender is the cigg lighter up front unless you mount is somewhere custom

[ECS Tuning-Audi]

We have Valvesonic and Non-Valvesonic exhaust in stock ready to ship as well as Resonated and Non- Resonated systems. We will be installing one on our B8 S4 in the upcoming weeks and will have video with sound and fitment.

Click HERE to order or for more information (www.ecstuning.com/Audi-B8_S4-Quattro-3.0T/Exhaust/Performance/Cat_Back/Milltek/?salesrep=JMarusic&utm_source=audizine&utm_medium=forum&utm_content=JMarusic&utm_campaign=postreply)
http://c1552172.r72.cf0.rackcdn.com/696211_x800.jpghttp://c1552172.r72.cf0.rackcdn.com/733305_x800.jpghttp://c1552172.r72.cf0.rackcdn.com/696524_x800.jpg (www.ecstuning.com/Audi-B8_S4-Quattro-3.0T/Exhaust/Performance/Cat_Back/Milltek/?salesrep=JMarusic&utm_source=audizine&utm_medium=forum&utm_content=JMarusic&utm_campaign=postreply)

Let me know if you have any questions.

Jason

[dfgu]

Are there any options for people that already have the full milltek exhaust and just want to upgrade the rear to the valvesonic?

[ECS Tuning-Audi]

Are there any options for people that already have the full milltek exhaust and just want to upgrade the rear to the valvesonic?

Shoot me a PM with what system you have and we'll be happy to see if there is anything we can do. [up]

Jason

[joewhy2k]

ECS is cheaper than G-Werke with the titanium tips AND free shipping. Dammit I was really trying to avoid buying as I'm considering selling my car but ECS is making this very hard

[Will@G-Werke]

ECS is cheaper than G-Werke with the titanium tips AND free shipping. Dammit I was really trying to avoid buying as I'm considering selling my car but ECS is making this very hard

Their pricing on many of the titanium tip systems is incorrect and needs to be changed, but until they do that, there's nothing we can do about it. Titanium tips cost way more than the standard tips. We're happy to match their pricing. Same goes for anyone of our Milltek dealers.

[ECS Tuning-Audi]

ECS is cheaper than G-Werke with the titanium tips AND free shipping. Dammit I was really trying to avoid buying as I'm considering selling my car but ECS is making this very hard

Haha we try! If you need anything else let us know!

Ahem.. Our CF intakes will also be back in stock on the 28th of this month :::Fingers Crossed::: [:D]

Jason

[joewhy2k]

[emoji30] you're killing me!