Exhaust Poll

Red__Zed · 04-11-2011, 12:11 AM

I love my Gemini. FI and berk both sound good as well.

FromG2Z · 04-11-2011, 08:58 PM

UPDATE: ok guys, I think I am narrowing down to Invidia! I've been doing some price searches, and I think I am closing in on a very good deal.

I had a question though, most folks who have this installed also have an HFC upgrade or an intake upgrade to go along with it. I don't plan to do either the HFC or intake upgrade... in other words, just the Gemini CBE. How does this sound on its own??? Is it still the nice low burble that I am looking for? No rasp or wheezing sound after stepping off the gas? (I have heard this wheezing sound on several you tube vids... when the person steps off the gas.... weird.). Does any one have just vids of the gemini installed with no other mods??? That's what I am looking for.

wheee! · 04-11-2011, 09:20 PM

I have heard it on a friends car before the intakes were done and he does not have HFC's. It still sounded great! I love my HKS, but the invidia sounds great too.

XwChriswX · 04-11-2011, 09:41 PM

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Originally Posted by FromG2Z

UPDATE: ok guys, I think I am narrowing down to Invidia! I've been doing some price searches, and I think I am closing in on a very good deal.

I had a question though, most folks who have this installed also have an HFC upgrade or an intake upgrade to go along with it. I don't plan to do either the HFC or intake upgrade... in other words, just the Gemini CBE. How does this sound on its own??? Is it still the nice low burble that I am looking for? No rasp or wheezing sound after stepping off the gas? (I have heard this wheezing sound on several you tube vids... when the person steps off the gas.... weird.). Does any one have just vids of the gemini installed with no other mods??? That's what I am looking for.

The 'wheezing' you speak of is a deceleration hiss that any exhaust with a X-Pipe will have.

djpathfinder · 04-11-2011, 09:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FromG2Z

UPDATE: ok guys, I think I am narrowing down to Invidia! I've been doing some price searches, and I think I am closing in on a very good deal.

I had a question though, most folks who have this installed also have an HFC upgrade or an intake upgrade to go along with it. I don't plan to do either the HFC or intake upgrade... in other words, just the Gemini CBE. How does this sound on its own??? Is it still the nice low burble that I am looking for? No rasp or wheezing sound after stepping off the gas? (I have heard this wheezing sound on several you tube vids... when the person steps off the gas.... weird.). Does any one have just vids of the gemini installed with no other mods??? That's what I am looking for.

The intake will not affect the sound of the exhaust. The exhaust alone sounds deeper than the stock exhaust for sure. Gives it a healthy powerful sound. There was no deceleration "wheeze" either. Adding a HFC will enrich the deep throaty growl. Regarding that deceleration wheeze, i don't notice it inside the car and it's only faintly noticeable outside.

Urbanracer · 04-11-2011, 10:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FromG2Z

UPDATE: ok guys, I think I am narrowing down to Invidia! I've been doing some price searches, and I think I am closing in on a very good deal.

I had a question though, most folks who have this installed also have an HFC upgrade or an intake upgrade to go along with it. I don't plan to do either the HFC or intake upgrade... in other words, just the Gemini CBE. How does this sound on its own??? Is it still the nice low burble that I am looking for? No rasp or wheezing sound after stepping off the gas? (I have heard this wheezing sound on several you tube vids... when the person steps off the gas.... weird.). Does any one have just vids of the gemini installed with no other mods??? That's what I am looking for.

This video is the best review/comparo of the Invidia Gemini that I've found. He also uses a Db meter to measure the volume between the different set ups.

YouTube - 370z Invidia Gemini Exhaust and ERZ HFC review

FromG2Z · 04-11-2011, 11:24 PM

thanks for all the input guys. Sounds like those of you with the invidia cbe seem to be pretty happy with it. I also like what I hear from the vids. I might be purchasing this exhaust tomorrow!!!

Red__Zed · 04-11-2011, 11:26 PM

I have vids up in my review of the invidia without HFCs.

Rickey89 · 04-12-2011, 12:25 AM

fast intentions

quality is superb
sound is awesome!! i have a baby ferrari now
customer service is great
with the carbon fiber mufflers its a sleeper imo

Ridgerunner · 04-12-2011, 01:20 AM

Just mounted the Invidia Gemini a couple of weeks ago. A nice deep throaty sound with stock cats. Not too loud, just right. Bought,shipped, and professionally installed for less than 900 bucks. You cannot beat that for value.

djpathfinder · 04-12-2011, 10:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Urbanracer

This video is the best review/comparo of the Invidia Gemini that I've found. He also uses a Db meter to measure the volume between the different set ups.

YouTube - 370z Invidia Gemini Exhaust and ERZ HFC review

Yup, I watched this video so many times before buying. It certainly helped me seal the deal.

gr8-wrx · 04-12-2011, 10:12 AM

Great poll, thanks for creating it. Good for newbies like me!

FromG2Z · 04-12-2011, 11:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ridgerunner

Just mounted the Invidia Gemini a couple of weeks ago. A nice deep throaty sound with stock cats. Not too loud, just right. Bought,shipped, and professionally installed for less than 900 bucks. You cannot beat that for value.

Quote:

Originally Posted by djpathfinder

Yup, I watched this video so many times before buying. It certainly helped me seal the deal.

Quote:

Originally Posted by gr8-wrx

Great poll, thanks for creating it. Good for newbies like me!

Guys thanks so much for all your input... I think I will be going with the Invidia Gemini rolled tips... all I am worried about now is the SS or the titanium blue hue?!?!?!?! What do you guys think? My concern with the blue hue is that it looks ricey? But I think it's very cool... am worried about what other folks will think once they see it on my car....

thoughts?

djpathfinder · 04-12-2011, 11:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FromG2Z

Guys thanks so much for all your input... I think I will be going with the Invidia Gemini rolled tips... all I am worried about now is the SS or the titanium blue hue?!?!?!?! What do you guys think? My concern with the blue hue is that it looks ricey? But I think it's very cool... am worried about what other folks will think once they see it on my car....

thoughts?

First of all, it's your car. Do what YOU want and what YOU think looks good. Nevermind what others think of your car. Having said that, I'm not a fan of the burnt titanium look, so I went with the SS. The color of your car (white) will go with either option, whereas the Ti with 40th quartz doesn't look right to me.

Red__Zed · 04-12-2011, 11:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FromG2Z

Guys thanks so much for all your input... I think I will be going with the Invidia Gemini rolled tips... all I am worried about now is the SS or the titanium blue hue?!?!?!?! What do you guys think? My concern with the blue hue is that it looks ricey? But I think it's very cool... am worried about what other folks will think once they see it on my car....

thoughts?

I got the rolled SS tips and am very happy with that choice. The Ti tips are a bit too flashy for me. I feel like the rolled SS still looks beefy, but a bit more serious. I'm not really interested in picking up attention from ricers or the police because of bright blue exhaust tips.

View Poll Results: Which exhaust do you have or recommend I get???
Stillen	34	14.29%
FI	108	45.38%
ARK	31	13.03%
Berk	30	12.61%
Invidia	35	14.71%
Voters: 238. You may not vote on this poll

04-11-2011, 08:58 PM	#47 (permalink)
FromG2Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Fields of Opportunities Posts: 1,406 Drives: '12 5.0, kona, 6MT Rep Power: 18	UPDATE: ok guys, I think I am narrowing down to Invidia! I've been doing some price searches, and I think I am closing in on a very good deal. I had a question though, most folks who have this installed also have an HFC upgrade or an intake upgrade to go along with it. I don't plan to do either the HFC or intake upgrade... in other words, just the Gemini CBE. How does this sound on its own??? Is it still the nice low burble that I am looking for? No rasp or wheezing sound after stepping off the gas? (I have heard this wheezing sound on several you tube vids... when the person steps off the gas.... weird.). Does any one have just vids of the gemini installed with no other mods??? That's what I am looking for. __________________ 2012 5.0 GT Prem, Kona Blue, 6MT, HID, Brembo, 3.73 -- Ordered: 9/20/11, Born on: 10/20/11, Delivered 11/15/11"Marilyn" GT500 mufflers/flaps, MGW shifter, FRPP K springs, BMR panhard bar, Boss coil covers, 3DC spoiler, Llumar Tint (35% and 20%), 3M ClearBra

04-11-2011, 09:20 PM	#48 (permalink)
wheee! A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Mod Capital of Canada Age: 58 Posts: 7,354 Drives: cars. lots of cars. Rep Power: 40182	I have heard it on a friends car before the intakes were done and he does not have HFC's. It still sounded great! I love my HKS, but the invidia sounds great too. __________________ H&R / Stillen / Berk / HKS / Swift / Michelin / UpRev / SPC / Amuse Rep / Seibon / Fringe XVO / TWM / more... My Journal

04-11-2011, 11:24 PM	#52 (permalink)
FromG2Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Fields of Opportunities Posts: 1,406 Drives: '12 5.0, kona, 6MT Rep Power: 18	thanks for all the input guys. Sounds like those of you with the invidia cbe seem to be pretty happy with it. I also like what I hear from the vids. I might be purchasing this exhaust tomorrow!!! __________________ 2012 5.0 GT Prem, Kona Blue, 6MT, HID, Brembo, 3.73 -- Ordered: 9/20/11, Born on: 10/20/11, Delivered 11/15/11"Marilyn" GT500 mufflers/flaps, MGW shifter, FRPP K springs, BMR panhard bar, Boss coil covers, 3DC spoiler, Llumar Tint (35% and 20%), 3M ClearBra

04-12-2011, 12:25 AM	#54 (permalink)
Rickey89 Base Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: San Antonio/Texas Posts: 203 Drives: 09 370z BS/Sprt Man Rep Power: 16	fast intentions quality is superb sound is awesome!! i have a baby ferrari now customer service is great with the carbon fiber mufflers its a sleeper imo __________________ -Rickey 09 Brilliant Silver 370z Manual W/Sprt Pck

04-11-2011, 12:11 AM	#46 (permalink)
Red__Zed A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: window seat Posts: 28,940 Drives: Mostly on two wheels Rep Power: 120	I love my Gemini. FI and berk both sound good as well.

04-11-2011, 11:26 PM	#53 (permalink)
Red__Zed A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: window seat Posts: 28,940 Drives: Mostly on two wheels Rep Power: 120	I have vids up in my review of the invidia without HFCs.

04-12-2011, 01:20 AM	#55 (permalink)
Ridgerunner Base Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Arkansas Posts: 79 Drives: 09 370Z Black 6M SP Rep Power: 15	Just mounted the Invidia Gemini a couple of weeks ago. A nice deep throaty sound with stock cats. Not too loud, just right. Bought,shipped, and professionally installed for less than 900 bucks. You cannot beat that for value.

04-12-2011, 10:12 AM	#57 (permalink)
gr8-wrx Track Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Nor Cal Posts: 611 Drives: 10 370z Roadster 7AT Rep Power: 15	Great poll, thanks for creating it. Good for newbies like me! __________________ Me: 2022 Toyota Tacoma SR5 Double-Cab SB Wifey: 2013 Toyota Highlander Limited AWD Weekends: 2010 Nissan 370z Roadster

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