Ark Owners

NeverBoneStck · 10-26-2010, 07:49 PM

So I received the exhaust and was wondering if anyone has a remedy for the vibrating almost raspy sound that is coming from the X-pipe ? I have HFC, Headers and Stillen G3 intakes . My last exhaust that was the Gemini did not have this sound at all but I love the Ark sound even more. I read on another forum that someone had a similar issue and put header wrap on the x-pipe and the sound was gone ... Anyone ???

One_Quick_Z · 10-26-2010, 08:03 PM

Check out my Journal thread I have pics and a write up and video,

Reason for rasp howl whistle noise is they designed the X pipe with stock cats so with Test pipes or HFC you are going to get this Due to the increased exhaust flow through it..and it really seems more amplified than other exhaust, switched to HKS and No trace at all.

DAN

NeverBoneStck · 10-26-2010, 08:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by One_Quick_Z

Check out my Journal thread I have pics and a write up and video,

Reason for rasp howl whistle noise is they designed the X pipe with stock cats so with Test pipes or HFC you are going to get this Due to the increased exhaust flow through it..and it really seems more amplified than other exhaust, switched to HKS and No trace at all.

DAN

No trace ?? Do you have HFC or TP ?? I had the HKS and it was nothing but rasp...

Daishi · 10-26-2010, 09:09 PM

from what i understand the only way to get rid of the hissing noise all together is to go with an exhaust without a cross section H or X. Just a true dual all the way out.

One_Quick_Z · 10-26-2010, 09:12 PM

There is some Raspyness to it but not really bad at all and no hissing noise, I also Have Berk Test Pipes....

This set up is even better than the one I had on my 06 350Z which was Megan Headers APS Test Pipes and Borla Exhaust that had a raspy noise and a hiss on decel...

I think People will be happy with HKS and any type of Test Pipe/HFC but then again its all in the persons ear

DAN

Joseph B · 10-27-2010, 03:41 PM

What's up,

Last time I saw your ride you had the invidia or whatever it's called. I have the ARK as well. Mine doesn't make any of the noises you are describing. When I had non resonated test pipes it was loud as a mother. Put the cats back on now it's great.

Vibrating though? You hitting on the cross member?

ninous26 · 10-27-2010, 06:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Daishi

from what i understand the only way to get rid of the hissing noise all together is to go with an exhaust without a cross section H or X. Just a true dual all the way out.

You cant.. Well I should say you shouldn't do this at all.

BalanBro · 10-27-2010, 10:51 PM

I've got HFC's and the ARK exhaust, and I have the exact same sound, especially on decel. I haven't really looked for a solution, but if you find out more about the header wrap idea, please post it up.

destinyZ · 10-28-2010, 07:13 AM

that sucks (SIG) just bought one...

BalanBro · 10-29-2010, 09:18 AM

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Originally Posted by destinyZ

that sucks (SIG) just bought one...

Don't be too upset, it is an awesome exhaust otherwise. I'm curious as to how it will be with test pipes.

One_Quick_Z · 10-29-2010, 10:50 AM

^^ Its loud really loud, but I liked it other than the Whistle/howl that comes from the X pipe due to the increased exhaust flow from no Cats.

DAN

destinyZ · 10-30-2010, 05:15 AM

I hope its not too bad. ill get it and install in about 2wks, stationed in guam plus shipping equals empty pockets and gret hair

Daishi · 10-30-2010, 11:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ninous26

You cant.. Well I should say you shouldn't do this at all.

It's not going to cause any problems.

destinyZ · 10-30-2010, 02:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NeverBoneStck

So I received the exhaust and was wondering if anyone has a remedy for the vibrating almost raspy sound that is coming from the X-pipe ? I have HFC, Headers and Stillen G3 intakes . My last exhaust that was the Gemini did not have this sound at all but I love the Ark sound even more. I read on another forum that someone had a similar issue and put header wrap on the x-pipe and the sound was gone ... Anyone ???

I don't think i made the sound completely go away but maybe just muffed it...I'll do a before and after sound clip when mine gets to guam. If you do one post it up, I think it would would or muff it enough that ppl wont notice...

10-26-2010, 07:49 PM	#1 (permalink)
NeverBoneStck A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Beaverton, Or Posts: 1,110 Drives: 2008 G37 S Rep Power: 18	Ark Owners So I received the exhaust and was wondering if anyone has a remedy for the vibrating almost raspy sound that is coming from the X-pipe ? I have HFC, Headers and Stillen G3 intakes . My last exhaust that was the Gemini did not have this sound at all but I love the Ark sound even more. I read on another forum that someone had a similar issue and put header wrap on the x-pipe and the sound was gone ... Anyone ??? __________________ Juiced! That is all you need to know !!

10-26-2010, 08:03 PM	#2 (permalink)
One_Quick_Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Seneca Il Posts: 1,374 Drives: 10 Civic EX Sedan Rep Power: 219	Check out my Journal thread I have pics and a write up and video, Reason for rasp howl whistle noise is they designed the X pipe with stock cats so with Test pipes or HFC you are going to get this Due to the increased exhaust flow through it..and it really seems more amplified than other exhaust, switched to HKS and No trace at all. DAN __________________ -My BRZ with exhaust will decimate all if we overnight parts from Japan- 10 Civic EX Sedan- Current Daily

10-26-2010, 09:09 PM	#4 (permalink)
Daishi Track Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: NJ Posts: 683 Drives: 09 370z 6Speed Rep Power: 17	from what i understand the only way to get rid of the hissing noise all together is to go with an exhaust without a cross section H or X. Just a true dual all the way out. __________________ Cobb Tuned \| Injen Intakes \| Fast Intentions Long Tube Headers \| Fast Intentions TDX Catback 18" Resonators CF Mufflers \| Tommy Kaira Hebi Bebi Shift Knob \| 19x9.5/19x10.5 Five Axis Design S5:F w/ 245/40/19 - 285/35/19 Hankook Ventus V12's

10-26-2010, 09:12 PM	#5 (permalink)
One_Quick_Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Seneca Il Posts: 1,374 Drives: 10 Civic EX Sedan Rep Power: 219	There is some Raspyness to it but not really bad at all and no hissing noise, I also Have Berk Test Pipes.... This set up is even better than the one I had on my 06 350Z which was Megan Headers APS Test Pipes and Borla Exhaust that had a raspy noise and a hiss on decel... I think People will be happy with HKS and any type of Test Pipe/HFC but then again its all in the persons ear DAN __________________ -My BRZ with exhaust will decimate all if we overnight parts from Japan- 10 Civic EX Sedan- Current Daily

10-27-2010, 10:51 PM	#8 (permalink)
BalanBro Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: NJ Posts: 318 Drives: 40th Anniv. 370Z Rep Power: 1111	I've got HFC's and the ARK exhaust, and I have the exact same sound, especially on decel. I haven't really looked for a solution, but if you find out more about the header wrap idea, please post it up. __________________ 2012 Mercedes C63 AMG P31 Sedan, ROW, aFe, Eurocharged Dyno Tune. 438WHP/415WTQ 2010 SOLD: 40th Anniversary 370z

10-27-2010, 03:41 PM	#6 (permalink)
Joseph B Base Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Woodinville WA Posts: 160 Drives: '10 Nismo 370Z Rep Power: 15	What's up, Last time I saw your ride you had the invidia or whatever it's called. I have the ARK as well. Mine doesn't make any of the noises you are describing. When I had non resonated test pipes it was loud as a mother. Put the cats back on now it's great. Vibrating though? You hitting on the cross member?

10-28-2010, 07:13 AM	#9 (permalink)
destinyZ Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Guam, USA Age: 36 Posts: 415 Drives: FROM INDIANA Rep Power: 15	that sucks (SIG) just bought one...

10-29-2010, 10:50 AM	#11 (permalink)
One_Quick_Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Seneca Il Posts: 1,374 Drives: 10 Civic EX Sedan Rep Power: 219	^^ Its loud really loud, but I liked it other than the Whistle/howl that comes from the X pipe due to the increased exhaust flow from no Cats. DAN __________________ -My BRZ with exhaust will decimate all if we overnight parts from Japan- 10 Civic EX Sedan- Current Daily

10-30-2010, 05:15 AM	#12 (permalink)
destinyZ Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Guam, USA Age: 36 Posts: 415 Drives: FROM INDIANA Rep Power: 15	I hope its not too bad. ill get it and install in about 2wks, stationed in guam plus shipping equals empty pockets and gret hair

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