After 100k of very hard driving, it was time for some service and maintenance on the Exalt Audi B5 S4. Upon inspection, we determined that the lobes on the cams were flattening and were probably responsible for the misfires we were experiencing at idle. Knowing that we needed to replace the cams, we opted to upgrade to the OEM Audi RS4 cams. However, this time we weren't going to take any chances with wear issues, so we cryo treated the cams prior to install. At the same time, we decided to replace all the valves, valve seats and retainers to address some visual wear and really freshen up the top end. Always looking for that extra bit of power, we Ported & Polished the cylinder heads while they were apart.

At the same time we were working on the Exalt S4, we were building another Stage 3 S4 that needed downpipes, like, yesterday. So what to do? Well, we put the LaBree split downpipes from the Exalt Audi on to the S4 in need and embarked on fabrication of the new Exalt Downpipes for the Audi B5 S4. Sweet, another Exalt part in the marketplace! But boy it didn't come easy; the downpipes weren't finished until 11am the day before the Big SoCal Euro show, meaning at 12noon on Friday, the day before a big show there was no engine in the car... but no worries, by 7pm, we had the satin black Audi started and on a test drive by 8. After the initial test-drive, Exalt co-owner, Derek king, summed up the experience in one word: "butter."

EXALT S4 Photo Gallery

When Paul Y. decided to move from his hometown in San Diego, CA and study in Austria, he knew he couldn't leave without his Nogaro Blue B5 S4 that he worked so diligintly to find less than 1 year ago. Making the decision to ship his Audi to Europe, he chose to have Exalt prep it for the Autobahn and some imminent laps at the famous Nürburgring in Germany.

Paul is a repeat customer, so we know all of his general maintenance is well taken care of, having been through the car thoroughly ourselves. This allowed us to dive into some performance minded mods to get the Audi into prime fighting shape for battle on the world's fastest freeways, the Autobahn and most demanding race track, Nürburgring. First we upgraded his suspension by fitting the Audi with a set of STaSIS TrackSport Coilovers to keep him firmly planted while driving triple digit speeds. Next was the power department and for this, we went with the well proven RSK04s and AWE's GIAC software tune. Now, depending on the type of fuel Paul chooses to run, his S4 will be making power in the 500hp range with excellent handling prowess, making it capable of running with the best on the wide-open German Autobahn.

Nogaro B5 S4 Photo Gallery

Exalt is very please to announce the release of their downpipes for the B5 Audi S4 & RS4 and we're offering them at a Special Introductory Price of $995 limited to the first 5 sets sold.

The Exalt downpipes are hand fabricated out of the finest T304 Stainless Steel with ultra sturdy, water-jet cut  3/8" flanges. Besides the top quality materials, the most unique feature is the teardrop shaped piping and flange that perfectly matches the outlet of the turbo. The downpipes come out of the turbo in a teardrop shape then flow into 3" tubing that reduces down to 2.5"

EXALT Audi B5 S4 / RS4 Downpipes

+ Hand Made in San Diego, CA
+ T304 Stainless Steel throughout - Flanges & Piping
+ Teardrop shaped Piping & Flange - perfect match to turbo outlet
+ Teardrop > 3" > 2.5"

If you're looking for the very best set of downpipes for the B5 Audi S4, look no further.

EXALT Audi B5 S4 / RS4 Downpipes <--click for more pics & info

Another Big SoCal Euro event is in the books and once again Lon and the crew at SoCalEuro put on a fantastic event! Attendance was up again this year at the San Diego, CA event with participants driving in from all parts of the country. The Exalt crew was busy in the booth all day, so fortunately, our friend and good customer, Chris Bockus, was kind enough to share the pics he took for the Exalt gallery. For pictures of Audis, VWs, Porsches, Mercedes and other Euros & Exotics, click here.

SPECIAL INTRODUCTORY OFFER $725 - AFTER THE FIRST 10 UNITS SELL, THIS PRICE WILL GO TO FULL RETAIL

Exalt is very pleased to introduce this front Mount Intercooler kit for the B6 Audi A4. Long known for their impeccable custom fabrication work and expertise in forced induction, Exalt is excited to offer this Intercooler solution for A4 owners around the world. With a reputation to uphold as a premiere builder of performance parts, Exalt spared no expense in the development of this kit; from the top-quality USA made intercooler core, to the hand made, tig welded end-tanks and all Aluminum piping for maximum heat transfer, there is no finer piece on the market!

• Hand Made in the USA (San Diego, CA)
• ALL 6061 Aluminum Construction, including piping, for maximum heat dispersion
• Tig Welded, hand made (not cast) End Tanks
• Top Quality Bar & Plate US Made Intercooler core
• Perfect Fit, no cutting or trimming required
• Excellent solution for K03/04 and 28-series turbos

What sets the Exalt B6 A4 FMIC apart from the rest?

• The intercooler core is the heart of the system and anyone familiar with intercoolers knows there's a wide range of designs and varying quality on the market. Exalt has worked with all the top mfg's and is confident there is no better core for this application than the one used in this kit.
• Many of the other mfg's will use Stainless Steel or Silicone hose for the tubing because both materials require less skill to fabricate and are less expensive material than the 6061 Aluminum used in the Exalt kit but neither provide the heat dispersion (the main goal of an I/C) as Aluminum.
• The end-tanks on the Exalt FMIC are all hand fabricated Aluminum as opposed to the cast tanks found on the competitors' offerings. Cast tanks are prone to a porous finish, which will disrupt the flow of air through the I/C, sacrificing boost pressure.
• The fit & finish of the Exalt B6 A4 FMIC is second to none and requires zero trimming or cutting to fit.
• 100% hand-made in San Diego, CA USA