Making the switch to HFC......Opinions
 

I'm currently running Motordyne ART pipes with FI CBE with 18" resonators. I'm getting tired of the smell so I'm going to switch to HFC. Any suggestions would be appreciated. There are alot of different combos out there so I'd like to hear some opinions.

The smell is bad for me too. I almost never drive with the windows down bc of it. I seriously was going to switch to HFCs if my SES light wasn't resolved. Now I'm going to stick with it for now.

I have been running Berk HFCs for over a year and I have never had a single issue with them. But honestly, most HFCs are pretty comparable as far as power and sound are concerned and will definitely cut down on the exhaust smell a fair amount.

I'm leaning towards Fast Intentions but I like the price of the ERZ. Decisions decisions.

I cannot speak for the other brands but I can tell you that our HFc's fit the best with our CBE that you already have!

With the exception of the ERZ that are way less expensive than everyone else, we are all comparable in price.

If you have any questions at all, please do not hesitate to either email, or call me...

Thank you and Merry Christmas,

Tony

Sell me those test pipes :)

Tony, are the HFC's in stock? Pat, if you want dibs you got it. I plan on ordering tomorrow.

I have had berk test hfc and fast intentions test pipes and there both similar I just found that fast intentions are more raspy

Everything is built to order however everything I need to build them is in stock. I usually ship them within 2-5 business days of when you place your order.

Let me know...

Thanks, Tony

Thanks Tony!

Hummm, Now I am tempeted in a pair F.I HFC's. LOL.. Must resist... as I may go TT next year.

It is a small investment even if only for a year. Besides, our TT kit should be released by this summer. If you decide to go with the HFC's now and say our kit later, I will take care of you!

Thanks, Tony

You are very welcome. I look forward to possibly hearing from you...

Thanks, Tony

Sweet a TT kit! Can't wait to see.

Thanks Tony. Alejandro has told me you where looking into making a TT kit, cannot wait to see the details.

I am currently waiting for Alejandro to get back into town so I can drive his Z and here it with the HFC. He should see him on the 7th at our Z/G meet.

Sorry to Hijack your thread TonyBPD.

Back on topic

I've got the z1 HFC's and I'm happy with them. I don't have exhaust yet but plan on ordering F.I. the first week of Jan. Anyone know how well those two fit together?

:eek: Zomg Fast Intentions TT kit by this summer?

Income tax + saving = WIN!

Detail please Tony =o)

My Z isn't my DD.. we may need to talk about this tony if someone isn't already lined up!!

As long as the Z1 HFC's are designed to end in stock location, they will fit our CBE just fine!

Thanks, Tony

What kind of hiss is experienced with the FI HFCs and TPs? I'm looking for a set soon and if the gain is negligible between the two, I'll be going with the one that produces the least hiss.

I just installed the FI Resonated HFC... might want to spend the extra$$ and get those...there's no equal. You get a very mellow bold sound (resonated) with NO performance compromise. Off the gas...* stealth mode*..on the gas..it rears it's head and let's you and everyone else know what's up.

Here's a pic compared to stock:
http://i878.photobucket.com/albums/a...t/4abb763f.jpg

Like I just said in previous post...get the RESONATED FI HFC...ZERO HISS..ZERO RASP. This is the ONLY HFC that eliminates those.. and no performance loss. Take a look at the pic I posted..a work of art. Sound is amazing with my Gemini CB.

I'll be pairing with stock exhaust for now. Still no hiss?

Should work very well with stock exhaust..this is the QUIETEST option you can get with an HFC. Keep in mind, this is also a 300 cell core..vs 200 on others like Berk, so that will also contribute to keeping hiss and rasp and a mimimum. I see you're asking about *negligibile* differences in gains between TP and HFCs...well, TPs are gonna give you around 5 more HP than an HFC, but TPs are a completley different animal. MUCH louder and you'll get exhaust smell. Night and day. Depends on what you're looking for. FI also has a resonated TP, but it's still gonna be louder and produce smell. If you're *sensitive* to sounds and noise levels (and smell), don't get a TP.

Noise level doesn't bother me at all. I'm actually looking to make the stock tone a little louder/deeper. I do care about the annoying hiss I have heard in a lot of videos. Rasp and loudness are fine, hiss no thx.

Those resonated HFC's look nice but the wife may chop my head off for spending the extra loot. Hmmmmm

The RHFC's will have less (hiss). The hiss becomes greater as more back pressure is relieved. The RHFC's are more restrictive than test pipes so hence, less hiss.

As soon as you are ready to place an order or have any questions, please do not hesitate to call me directly...

Thank you, Tony

What kind of price are we talking for the F.I. resonated HFC's?

Edit: saw this was answered already by ronn1 ;)

Here's a VID:

FI Exhaust and FI HFC (not resonated) vs Nismo CB with Megan RESONATED TPs. You can see how raspy and loud the Resonated TP is compared to FI HFC (NON Resonated). Resonated HFC would be even MELLOWER (I have FI Resonated).

Infinti g35 coupe - nismo catback exhaust (after test pipes) - YouTube

BTW..I already gave you answer on relative HP gains TP vs HFC. I suggest you search if you want to get more in depth on that topic.;)

Tony, man you're trying to make that Z like a Lambo!!! LOL! Nice....

Well, as soon as I figure out what the dreaded tax man is going to do to me, I'm going to place my order for the F.I. 18" CBE's and HFC's and my black beauty ready for some spring cruising! :driving::happydance:

Repped :tup: didnt see you answered my question before.

I look forward to hearing from you as soon as you are ready...

Thanks, Tony

This thread is helping make my decisions.

Would it free up some ponies if I replace with hfc and have the stock catback?

Yes but the bigger benefit is that you'll be able to actually hear you exhaust. Stock is just way too quiet.

Ordered FI HFC's tonight. Motordyne ART pipes will be for sale soon. The ART pipes are awesome just wanted cats.