Fast Intentions exhaust is here! (continued)

XwChriswX · 06-02-2013, 08:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jooonnn

quick question for others - any feedback on others experiences with FI test pipes/LTH/HFC's in combination with their FI exhaust? i'm looking for things along the lines of eg: "got HFC's wish i got headers" or "got test pipes, but wish i got HFC's because of the smell", or "got headers but i feel like it's a little loud for daily driving"

I'm looking to pair it with the FI 18" SS setup and I've debated the HFC/TEST PIPE/LTH question for soooo long now so hopefully others can chime to make me finally make a decision!

Think to yourself, what's more important:

Highest HP Gain
Volume
Sound
Fumes
Drone/Road Noise

Then rank those 1-5. When you know what your preferred ranking is, then we can tell you the best answer.

olddudesrule · 06-02-2013, 08:47 PM

Very good answer, Chris!! That might be the simplest (in a good way) and to the point answer I've heard to that question. Bravo!!

XwChriswX · 06-02-2013, 08:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by olddudesrule

Very good answer, Chris!! That might be the simplest (in a good way) and to the point answer I've heard to that question. Bravo!!

jooonnn · 06-02-2013, 09:08 PM

Highest HP Gain 5 (HP gain is a plus to me as i feel between the options it's not a huge difference number wise, sound AND fitment are my priority)

Volume 3 (i love a loud exhaust with some great volume as long as it can be controlled- just dont want it obnoxious, id prefer not to have a guaranteed way to wake the neighbors in the morning)

Sound 1 (Sound and fitment are my top priorities, i feel the Nismo exhaust i have is too reserved)

Fumes 4 (would prefer not to have too much fumes if its very obvious to people around you)

Drone/Road Noise 2 (i enjoy hearing the exhaust from the inside just would not prefer too much drone if it's wildly apparent even with normal driving)

1 being the most important

Again, i am very grateful to any advice given!

Baer383 · 06-02-2013, 09:14 PM

After reading your answerers you should definitely buy FI CBE.

XwChriswX · 06-02-2013, 09:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jooonnn

Highest HP Gain 5 (HP gain is a plus to me as i feel between the options it's not a huge difference number wise, sound AND fitment are my priority)

Volume 3 (i love a loud exhaust with some great volume as long as it can be controlled- just dont want it obnoxious, id prefer not to have a guaranteed way to wake the neighbors in the morning)

Sound 1 (Sound and fitment are my top priorities, i feel the Nismo exhaust i have is too reserved)

Fumes 4 (would prefer not to have too much fumes if its very obvious to people around you)

Drone/Road Noise 2 (i enjoy hearing the exhaust from the inside just would not prefer too much drone if it's wildly apparent even with normal driving)

1 being the most important

Again, i am very grateful to any advice given!

Based on your rankings, I would not recommend headers.

I would recommend for you the 18" Resonators, and HFC's.

I'm recommending HFC's over TPs as you are not looking for the highest HP and do not want fumes, and you also want to mitigate drone.

I will leave the option of Carbon Fiber cans over Stainless Steel cans to you as they affect appearance. The benefits of the CF over the SS is a slightly higher "more exotic" sounding exhaust tone, vs the SS which will have a deeper rumble to it.

Baer383 · 06-02-2013, 09:32 PM

Get the Berk HFC they sound alot better than FI when paired with the 18in resonators with SS mufflers,the CF mufflers are louder.

XwChriswX · 06-02-2013, 09:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Baer383

Get the Berk HFC they sound alot better than FI when paired with the 18in resonators with SS mufflers,the CF ones are louder.

I have to second this ^^ (Sorry Tony

) The Berk HFC's paired with the F.I. CBE sound amaziiiing! (Archer reference)

jooonnn · 06-02-2013, 11:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Baer383

After reading your answerers you should definitely buy FI CBE.

I actually did order a FI exhaust - i believe i am due sometime in July so i figured i should get a move on any last minute changes!

Quote:

Originally Posted by XwChriswX

Based on your rankings, I would not recommend headers.

I would recommend for you the 18" Resonators, and HFC's.

I'm recommending HFC's over TPs as you are not looking for the highest HP and do not want fumes, and you also want to mitigate drone.

I will leave the option of Carbon Fiber cans over Stainless Steel cans to you as they affect appearance. The benefits of the CF over the SS is a slightly higher "more exotic" sounding exhaust tone, vs the SS which will have a deeper rumble to it.

I am semi-unfamiliar with modding the Z but would you think there is a distinct "tangible" difference due to the slight gain from TP vs HFC? My gut is saying there probably isn't. I'm also reading mixed reviews on TP's - is it true that TP's will put the back end of the car more liable for soot (eg: getting the bumper dirtier, quicker)?

Headers just seem like a nightmare for me in terms of finding a reputable place i could trust for such a difficult looking install. I am already worried about trusting a shop to install HFC/TP's.

Again, i super appreciate all the advice so far guys!

Baer383 · 06-02-2013, 11:14 PM

TP will get the back of your car dirty and it may stain the paint if it is not cleaned up properly.

forza370z · 06-02-2013, 11:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Baer383

Get the Berk HFC they sound alot better than FI when paired with the 18in resonators with SS mufflers,the CF mufflers are louder.

Quote:

Originally Posted by XwChriswX

I have to second this ^^ (Sorry Tony

) The Berk HFC's paired with the F.I. CBE sound amaziiiing! (Archer reference)

Have you guys had both FI and Berk hfcs paired with F.I. catback thus made that conclusion?

Baer383 · 06-02-2013, 11:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by forza370z

Have you guys had both FI and Berk hfcs paired with F.I. catback thus made that conclusion?

Yep

forza370z · 06-02-2013, 11:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Baer383

Yep

Cool. I am just curious.

beaZt · 06-03-2013, 12:57 AM

Ordering one soon. Has anyone had problems with FI non resonated cbe with Berk hfc's???

Just curious

Thanks!!!

LakeShow · 06-03-2013, 01:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by beaZt

Ordering one soon. Has anyone had problems with FI non resonated cbe with Berk hfc's???

Just curious

Thanks!!!

I don't see why it would cause any issues. Many have paired the FI exhaust with Berk products.

06-02-2013, 09:08 PM	#2404 (permalink)
jooonnn Enthusiast Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: South Carolina Posts: 270 Drives: 2013 Nismo Rep Power: 13	Highest HP Gain 5 (HP gain is a plus to me as i feel between the options it's not a huge difference number wise, sound AND fitment are my priority) Volume 3 (i love a loud exhaust with some great volume as long as it can be controlled- just dont want it obnoxious, id prefer not to have a guaranteed way to wake the neighbors in the morning) Sound 1 (Sound and fitment are my top priorities, i feel the Nismo exhaust i have is too reserved) Fumes 4 (would prefer not to have too much fumes if its very obvious to people around you) Drone/Road Noise 2 (i enjoy hearing the exhaust from the inside just would not prefer too much drone if it's wildly apparent even with normal driving) 1 being the most important Again, i am very grateful to any advice given! __________________ Try things once to see how it feels. Try things a second time to make sure you didn't like it

06-02-2013, 09:14 PM	#2405 (permalink)
Baer383 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Lawrenceville,Ga Posts: 4,293 Drives: My foot up your azz Rep Power: 30	After reading your answerers you should definitely buy FI CBE. __________________ 2013 ZL1 754 rwhp 747 rwtq

06-02-2013, 09:32 PM	#2407 (permalink)
Baer383 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Lawrenceville,Ga Posts: 4,293 Drives: My foot up your azz Rep Power: 30	Get the Berk HFC they sound alot better than FI when paired with the 18in resonators with SS mufflers,the CF mufflers are louder. __________________ 2013 ZL1 754 rwhp 747 rwtq

06-02-2013, 11:14 PM	#2410 (permalink)
Baer383 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Lawrenceville,Ga Posts: 4,293 Drives: My foot up your azz Rep Power: 30	TP will get the back of your car dirty and it may stain the paint if it is not cleaned up properly. __________________ 2013 ZL1 754 rwhp 747 rwtq

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