Test Pipe and Manifold Recommendation

moore.speed

For a while, I have debated whether I should get HFC's, resonated test pipes, or Motordyne's ART pipes. I understand the differences but mainly care to know is the price tag worth the purchase?

Ideally, I would like to go with the ART pipes, M370 manifold, and Uprev tune at once. But is the extra money spent worth it? Would a cheaper option like resonated test pipes suit me well and is the manifold worth the $614 price tag I see online?

Currently, I have Stillen Gen 3's and Fast Intentions 18" resonated cat-back exhaust. I don't plan on going much further with performance mods, at least for now. Overall, I want a well performing car that sounds great, as well.

Opinions and advice is appreciated. Merry Christmas (Eve)!

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"Let me tell you something. Anyone who owns a car like this (370Z) has something wrong with them in the head." My Grandpa who has owned 4 Z's in his day.

Elmo370z

I have fast intention non res test pipes for sale, comes with gaskets just need the hardware.

Mysilverz

Think about how much money you would save by going with z1 pleum, we're talking a few hundred dollars, and a resonated or non resonated test pipe from a reputable company like fast intentions, again several hundred dollars. I bought a set of used non resonated test pipes from fast intentions for around $200 and have the z1 ported plenum on the way. After core exchange I'll of spent $275 on the plenum. So both mods would be cheaper than the art pipes or the m370

moore.speed

Mysilverz, I guess I need to look into the plenum.

As far as test pipes go, the ART pipes are appealing to me because of the gains it yields and the quality sound you get from it. I'm worried even a resonated test pipe will be too loud and/or raspy.

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"Let me tell you something. Anyone who owns a car like this (370Z) has something wrong with them in the head." My Grandpa who has owned 4 Z's in his day.