Catback exhaust selection

37zeroZ · 04-08-2016, 06:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rahul718

I'm running the AAM catback with 5" tips for the Nismo. I LOVE the sound as it's not obnoxiously loud and I feel this is how a sports car should sound from the factory. The quality of the kit is impeccable too. Which makes me wonder...

How come there isn't much talk about the AAM catback here on the forums? Everyone is always talking about Fast Intentions or ARK. I'm sure those are great systems and if I had one of those instead, I'm sure I'd be in line to advocate that choice. The AAM isn't cheap also and is in the same price range as the FI system. HP gains with the AAM, from what I've read and researched here, are in the same ballpark (maybe a little less) as the FI system.

So I'm just wondering why AAM doesn't seem to get as much support as the others

Yeah, I'm happy with my current setup with AAM mid-pipe with short tails.

I recently received my FI non-res HFCs.......however, haven't installed them yet. I just ordered today the AAM axle-back exhaust to replace my AAM short tails. Will wait for the axle-back to arrive before I install both the FI HFCs and new axle-back. I wanted to replace the axle-back due to Texas vehicle inspection requirement that vehicle must have an exhaust, plus with both installed will hopefully give me better low end torque and HP when I get it tuned.

Hotrodz · 04-08-2016, 04:46 PM

I had both system's but sold my AAM when I went tt and I wanted a 3" exhaust system that match the twins and as FPenvy said I received good customer service from both, but FI is absolutely outstanding. As far the sound goes they are both excellent but different. I love the noise that comes out of my setup and I can tell you both of the will turn heads.

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bvl · 04-09-2016, 07:07 AM

FI gets the most post love, AAM is also a great shop. I have their axle back with a NISMO H pipe (lets call it frankexhaust) and am pleased. Could be a bit louder but I prefer less loud over more loud and like the deep exhaust note over the mid-range rasp that I hear on all the FI set ups (could be because of TPs etc...). HFCs would wake it up but I have kept mine stock due to not wanting the natural hiss and I don't want to deal with a sensor CEL.

Both companies make quality parts, great welds etc...as noted its then subjective. To my ear the AAM setups are a bit more pleasing then FI based on my tastes.

Its good to have choices

- b

DeliriousClam · 04-09-2016, 07:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bvl

FI gets the most post love, AAM is also a great shop. I have their axle back with a NISMO H pipe (lets call it frankexhaust) and am pleased. Could be a bit louder but I prefer less loud over more loud and like the deep exhaust note over the mid-range rasp that I hear on all the FI set ups (could be because of TPs etc...). HFCs would wake it up but I have kept mine stock due to not wanting the natural hiss and I don't want to deal with a sensor CEL.

Both companies make quality parts, great welds etc...as noted its then subjective. To my ear the AAM setups are a bit more pleasing then FI based on my tastes.

Its good to have choices

- b

I seriously spent two months trying to decide to go with FI or AAM. Ended up going to AAM because I liked its tone better

Rahul718 · 04-21-2016, 12:35 PM

I really hope I never hear a Fast Intenions exhaust in person. I would hate to regret my decision going with AAM over FI

Nixin · 04-21-2016, 02:54 PM

There are many good reasons why so many people here have gone with Fast Intentions exhausts. Sound is just one good reason. Quality of their overall workmanship is second to none. Plus the customer service is positive beyond all expectations. I truly hope you hear that FI exhaust in person real soon.

04-08-2016, 04:46 PM	#2 (permalink)
Hotrodz A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: NW, AZ Posts: 9,330 Drives: 10 Nissan 370z Nismo Rep Power: 2684385	I had both system's but sold my AAM when I went tt and I wanted a 3" exhaust system that match the twins and as FPenvy said I received good customer service from both, but FI is absolutely outstanding. As far the sound goes they are both excellent but different. I love the noise that comes out of my setup and I can tell you both of the will turn heads. Sent from my SM-N910P using Tapatalk Rahul718 likes this. __________________ *Fast Intentions TT Installed and Tuned by Seb at SpecialtyZ 610whp 560tq:\|Fast Intentions 3" TT-TDX*\|SpecialtyZ/Fast Intentions 72 Row Oil Cooler\|SZ 6 Puck Clutch & Flywheel\|3GsCustoms\|Z1\|Wavetrac\|Hotchkis\|Whiteline \|Blitz\|Fortune Auto 500\|Fujimura\|SPL\|H&R\|TK\|TWM\|RPM Rollbar\|Sparco\|Next Level Performance\|TrackSpec\|AeroFlow Dynamics\|Pioneer\|

04-21-2016, 02:54 PM	#6 (permalink)
Nixin A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: GWN Posts: 3,488 Drives: Goodbye Z! Rep Power: 19833	There are many good reasons why so many people here have gone with Fast Intentions exhausts. Sound is just one good reason. Quality of their overall workmanship is second to none. Plus the customer service is positive beyond all expectations. I truly hope you hear that FI exhaust in person real soon. roplusbee likes this.

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04-09-2016, 07:07 AM	#3 (permalink)
bvl Enthusiast Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: PA Posts: 362 Drives: MB Roadster (sold) Rep Power: 14	FI gets the most post love, AAM is also a great shop. I have their axle back with a NISMO H pipe (lets call it frankexhaust) and am pleased. Could be a bit louder but I prefer less loud over more loud and like the deep exhaust note over the mid-range rasp that I hear on all the FI set ups (could be because of TPs etc...). HFCs would wake it up but I have kept mine stock due to not wanting the natural hiss and I don't want to deal with a sensor CEL. Both companies make quality parts, great welds etc...as noted its then subjective. To my ear the AAM setups are a bit more pleasing then FI based on my tastes. Its good to have choices - b

04-21-2016, 12:35 PM	#5 (permalink)
Rahul718 Base Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: NYC Posts: 233 Drives: Nismo Z Rep Power: 12	I really hope I never hear a Fast Intenions exhaust in person. I would hate to regret my decision going with AAM over FI