Yet Another FI Exhaust Review. 56k GG.

tbonesteak · 02-16-2010, 01:07 AM

Hey Guys,

So along with the other 50 FI CBE reviews on this board, i will add yet another extremely positive review for the FI exhaust. I went with the 18" resonators and ss mufflers.

Quality: 10/10
Ever millimeter of the exhaust exudes high quality fit and finish. From the flanges and the welds to just the overall look and feel of the exhaust, every component is extremely high quality. I can see this thing lasting years and years without any problems. The fit is perfect as well.

Performance: 10/10
Right out of the Fast Intentions driveway the power gains were noticeable. Mid range is improved, throttle response is improved, and high end difference is the most noticeable. The car pulls so much harder at wot.

Sound: 9/10
At low revs it has a nice grunt but the best part is above 4k revs. From 4k to redline the car sounds like an exotic. No joke. I can't really describe the sound but it's very high pitched like an F1 car and it just goes crazy. Wow this thing sounds good. I've been getting about 10 mpg since the exhaust install due to driving the car so hard. It's addicting!!

Looks: 10/10
See pictures below. It looks amazing. This is how the car should have came stock from the factory.

Overall, I'm VERY happy and thanks to Tony for such a wonderful product. This one is definitely a keeper. For me, this setup is absolutely perfect for i feel that it is the perfect loudness for my taste. Thanks for looking!

Trips · 02-16-2010, 01:12 AM

Nice! Review tbonesteak, Hopefully Next month I can experience it for myself, I'm on the list.. #95

phelan · 02-16-2010, 01:29 AM

now do something about that badge area, it's distracting

Trips · 02-16-2010, 01:30 AM

I think his working on it!

tbonesteak · 02-16-2010, 01:44 AM

yeah darn it im trying to get it painted but sooooooooo lazy. one day i will......one day. =)

m4a1mustang · 02-16-2010, 07:38 AM

niiice

F.I. Inc. · 02-16-2010, 09:18 AM

Great review, thank you for the detail.

The exhaust looks great, but i know this because I installed it on your car. Do not hesitate to ask, if you need anything.

I look forward to seeing you in April at our Car Show...

Thank you, Tony

spearfish25 · 02-16-2010, 05:58 PM

LOL, someone ate your hamburger!

AK370Z · 02-16-2010, 06:02 PM

Nice review. thanks for posting. Just curious, do you have HFC? Also, which resonator(12" or 18") did you get?

thanks. looks good

EVL370 · 02-16-2010, 06:15 PM

Does the 18" resonator give the exhaust a deeper tone then the 12"?? Everywhere I read just about everyone with HFC/RTP has the 18" resonator.

Does the 18" resonator simply sound better or is it the drone factor? Sorry just sometimes the simple questions are hard to find here...

spearfish25 · 02-16-2010, 06:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EVL370

Does the 18" resonator give the exhaust a deeper tone then the 12"?? Everywhere I read just about everyone with HFC/RTP has the 18" resonator.

Does the 18" resonator simply sound better or is it the drone factor? Sorry just sometimes the simple questions are hard to find here...

My understanding is that the 18" is quieter, so people probably tolerate volume addition of the HFCs better. I'm sure Tony can comment for you though.

earwicker7 · 02-16-2010, 06:23 PM

I'd recognize those uncomfortable Hot Rod stools anywhere... when are you going to get some real seats, Tony? My a$$ still hurts from sitting on there for four hours

F.I. Inc. · 02-16-2010, 06:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by earwicker7

I'd recognize those uncomfortable Hot Rod stools anywhere... when are you going to get some real seats, Tony? My a$$ still hurts from sitting on there for four hours

Hey, hey take it easy on my stools. Those things are seasoned!

nogoodname · 02-16-2010, 07:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by spearfish25

LOL, someone ate your hamburger!

That was so corny!!! .. but funny

In the last pic, It really doesn't look that low... even though it's at stock height.

Nikon FM · 02-16-2010, 09:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by spearfish25

My understanding is that the 18" is quieter, so people probably tolerate volume addition of the HFCs better. I'm sure Tony can comment for you though.

Lower frequency sound has longer wave lengths. In basic logic the idea of the 18" is to reduce lower frequency noise than the 12". "Quieter" is simply a vague term based on how we hear. Reducing a lower frequency noise source may not sound quieter because our hearing is more sensitive to higher frequency noise.

Saying all that above.... I have the FI resonated test pipes with the 18" CF resonators and really like the sound.

02-16-2010, 01:07 AM	#1 (permalink)
tbonesteak Track Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Socal Posts: 914 Drives: MY09 MB 6MT Rep Power: 375	Yet Another FI Exhaust Review. 56k GG. Hey Guys, So along with the other 50 FI CBE reviews on this board, i will add yet another extremely positive review for the FI exhaust. I went with the 18" resonators and ss mufflers. Quality: 10/10 Ever millimeter of the exhaust exudes high quality fit and finish. From the flanges and the welds to just the overall look and feel of the exhaust, every component is extremely high quality. I can see this thing lasting years and years without any problems. The fit is perfect as well. Performance: 10/10 Right out of the Fast Intentions driveway the power gains were noticeable. Mid range is improved, throttle response is improved, and high end difference is the most noticeable. The car pulls so much harder at wot. Sound: 9/10 At low revs it has a nice grunt but the best part is above 4k revs. From 4k to redline the car sounds like an exotic. No joke. I can't really describe the sound but it's very high pitched like an F1 car and it just goes crazy. Wow this thing sounds good. I've been getting about 10 mpg since the exhaust install due to driving the car so hard. It's addicting!! Looks: 10/10 See pictures below. It looks amazing. This is how the car should have came stock from the factory. Overall, I'm VERY happy and thanks to Tony for such a wonderful product. This one is definitely a keeper. For me, this setup is absolutely perfect for i feel that it is the perfect loudness for my taste. Thanks for looking!

02-16-2010, 01:12 AM	#2 (permalink)
Trips Administrator Join Date: May 2009 Location: Disneyland, Ca Posts: 8,732 Drives: 🔰 Rep Power: 10	Nice! Review tbonesteak, Hopefully Next month I can experience it for myself, I'm on the list.. #95 __________________

02-16-2010, 01:29 AM	#3 (permalink)
phelan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: CA Age: 38 Posts: 9,513 Drives: Scoobaroo Rep Power: 3406	now do something about that badge area, it's distracting __________________ 凛 ('Rin') - 2009 Nissan 370Z With silence comes peace. With peace comes freedom. With freedom comes silence.

02-16-2010, 01:30 AM	#4 (permalink)
Trips Administrator Join Date: May 2009 Location: Disneyland, Ca Posts: 8,732 Drives: 🔰 Rep Power: 10	I think his working on it! __________________

02-16-2010, 07:38 AM	#6 (permalink)
m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6962	niiice __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

02-16-2010, 01:44 AM	#5 (permalink)
tbonesteak Track Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Socal Posts: 914 Drives: MY09 MB 6MT Rep Power: 375	yeah darn it im trying to get it painted but sooooooooo lazy. one day i will......one day. =)

02-16-2010, 09:18 AM	#7 (permalink)
F.I. Inc. The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Simi Valley, CA Posts: 2,989 Drives: 2010 GT-R/2007 F-250 Rep Power: 685	Great review, thank you for the detail. The exhaust looks great, but i know this because I installed it on your car. Do not hesitate to ask, if you need anything. I look forward to seeing you in April at our Car Show... Thank you, Tony __________________ *Follow us on Facebook: Fast Intentions Inc.* Phone: (805) 522-FAST (3278) Email: tony@fastintentions.com www.fastintentions.com "FUELED BY PASSION"

02-16-2010, 05:58 PM	#8 (permalink)
spearfish25 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Naples, FL Posts: 4,117 Drives: to work Rep Power: 1856	LOL, someone ate your hamburger! __________________ 2013 Cadillac V-Wagon, RIP Z

02-16-2010, 06:02 PM	#9 (permalink)
AK370Z Administrator Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: NJ Posts: 9,930 Drives: 09 370Z MB Sports M6 Rep Power: 10	Nice review. thanks for posting. Just curious, do you have HFC? Also, which resonator(12" or 18") did you get? thanks. looks good __________________ The370Z Signature Pictures ll Want to rock our forum decals on your car? Then click here! ll How to Embed YouTube Videos In a Post STOP! (Hammertime) ll Become a Premium Member Click HERE ll F.A.Q. Are You a Nissan Dealer? Click Here to Become A "Supporting Dealer" and Start Listing Your 370Zs In Our Inventory Section My Monterey Blue Z ll My Exhaust --> My Intake --> G3 Nissan's Official Response Regarding Oil Temp Issue: CLICK HERE Need a Set of Cheap Winter wheels /Tires? Then Visit The Banner Link Below and Place Your Order. You'll Help Keep The370Z Alive.

02-16-2010, 06:15 PM	#10 (permalink)
EVL370 Base Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Melbourne Posts: 209 Drives: Nissan 370Z Rep Power: 16	Does the 18" resonator give the exhaust a deeper tone then the 12"?? Everywhere I read just about everyone with HFC/RTP has the 18" resonator. Does the 18" resonator simply sound better or is it the drone factor? Sorry just sometimes the simple questions are hard to find here...

02-16-2010, 06:23 PM	#12 (permalink)
earwicker7 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Burbank, CA Posts: 265 Drives: 09 370Z (maxed out) Rep Power: 16	I'd recognize those uncomfortable Hot Rod stools anywhere... when are you going to get some real seats, Tony? My a$$ still hurts from sitting on there for four hours __________________ 2009 Magnetic Black 370Z with Touring, Sports and Navigation Packages--Fast Intentions CBE with 12" Resonators/Carbon Fiber Mufflers and LTH--Stillen G3 Cold Air Intakes, Underdrive Pulley and Grounding Kit--Uprev Tune

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