Fast Intentions exhaust is here! (continued)

speedfreek · 10-16-2013, 03:52 PM

I think the best advice Tony gave me when trying to choose between CF and SS is not to focus on the sound so much as both are very close and differs between each individual as to what tones they hear. Instead choose on the look you want. The beautiful sound and craftsmanship is a byproduct. Either way it is a win/win.

Stage · 10-16-2013, 07:52 PM

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Originally Posted by speedfreek

I think the best advice Tony gave me when trying to choose between CF and SS is not to focus on the sound so much as both are very close and differs between each individual as to what tones they hear. Instead choose on the look you want. The beautiful sound and craftsmanship is a byproduct. Either way it is a win/win.

Totally agree!

For my part I went CF because I didn't want the cops following me to easily focus on shinny SS exhaust

critical · 10-16-2013, 08:02 PM

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Originally Posted by ZForce

Probably already been answered in the 199 pages of this thread, but I am not going to go thru all 199 pages.

So here goes, Tony, what gaskets are coming with the exhaust and F.I HFC's ?

Do I need to replace any gaskets ? Which are going to be reused if any?

i believe the cats to x-pipe gaskets are reused along with the nuts

F.I. Inc. · 10-17-2013, 08:19 PM

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Originally Posted by ZForce

Probably already been answered in the 199 pages of this thread, but I am not going to go thru all 199 pages.

So here goes, Tony, what gaskets are coming with the exhaust and F.I HFC's ?

Do I need to replace any gaskets ? Which are going to be reused if any?

My apologies for not answering this sooner. Here is the breakdown below:

FI TP/RTP/HFC/RHFC: 2- 3 Bolt HR Manifold Gaskets / 2- 2 Bolt Gaskets.

FI TDX CBE: 2- 2 Bolt Gaskets / 2- 3 Bolt Gaskets

In the event that you retain stock cats in conjunction with our TDX CBE, reuse the stock 2 bolt gaskets on the bottom of the catalytic converters.

Thanks, Tony

F.I. Inc. · 10-17-2013, 08:23 PM

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Originally Posted by speedfreek

I think the best advice Tony gave me when trying to choose between CF and SS is not to focus on the sound so much as both are very close and differs between each individual as to what tones they hear. Instead choose on the look you want. The beautiful sound and craftsmanship is a byproduct. Either way it is a win/win.

Well said!

1) The Carbon Fiber is lighter than the Stainless Steel.
2) The Carbon Fiber will emit off a slightly higher pitched exhaust note. (Very minimal and most will not pick up the difference.)
3) The aesthetics of the Carbon Fiber will blend in more and look black at night. The Stainless Steel will attract more attention due to its polished mirror finish.

I always tell customers when choosing one over the other to make it about the aesthetics and take the other two reasons out of the equation. If you love the look of the CF mufflers, it is a great investment. If you are on the fence, save the money and go with the SS mufflers.

Thanks, Tony

critical · 10-17-2013, 11:53 PM

so i can't use my rear diff. jack point with my FI exhaust. i'm using a costco jack. i know other's have said you don't lose this jack point, but in my case I did.

ZForce · 10-18-2013, 12:18 AM

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Originally Posted by F.I. Inc.

My apologies for not answering this sooner. Here is the breakdown below:

FI TP/RTP/HFC/RHFC: 2- 3 Bolt HR Manifold Gaskets / 2- 2 Bolt Gaskets.

FI TDX CBE: 2- 2 Bolt Gaskets / 2- 3 Bolt Gaskets

In the event that you retain stock cats in conjunction with our TDX CBE, reuse the stock 2 bolt gaskets on the bottom of the catalytic converters.

Thanks, Tony

Thanks, Tony

I am good to go as I am not using stock cats and going with your HFC's. All new bolts and gaskets....yippee

Oh....and I am investing in the CF Canisters. Such a great investment. I am in line within the next 2 weeks for mine to be completed and ready for shipping. .... # 872

MeetZed · 10-18-2013, 10:23 AM

#844, 12" SS CBE!!! The wait is getting worse but its almost over!

jlw2546 · 10-18-2013, 10:50 AM

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Originally Posted by ZForce

Thanks, Tony

I am good to go as I am not using stock cats and going with your HFC's. All new bolts and gaskets....yippee

Oh....and I am investing in the CF Canisters. Such a great investment. I am in line within the next 2 weeks for mine to be completed and ready for shipping. .... # 872

Do you mean 2 months ? I'm 850 and I'm looking at November 15. Give or take a week.

Rangerz · 10-18-2013, 12:52 PM

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Originally Posted by jlw2546

Do you mean 2 months ? I'm 850 and I'm looking at November 15. Give or take a week.

I was thinking the same thing. Looks like he had a typo ZForce is #827.

bchinfoon · 10-18-2013, 03:03 PM

Anyone in the current production range 818 - 822ish hear anything recently? I'm #821 and haven't heard anything recently about the status.

F.I. Inc. · 10-18-2013, 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by bchinfoon

Anyone in the current production range 818 - 822ish hear anything recently? I'm #821 and haven't heard anything recently about the status.

Shooting to have it in the mail this afternoon!

Thanks, Tony

ZForce · 10-19-2013, 04:03 AM

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Originally Posted by jlw2546

Do you mean 2 months ? I'm 850 and I'm looking at November 15. Give or take a week.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rangerz

I was thinking the same thing. Looks like he had a typo ZForce is #827.

^^ ^ thanks guys !

True a typo. My first recollection was #827.....naw...that's too close to the number inproduction. Wow...what a surprise, I just bumped myself 50 spots forward.

Time to clear the garage !

AWIZRD · 10-19-2013, 01:11 PM

Today's install day! Yippee!!!!!

roplusbee · 10-19-2013, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by critical

so i can't use my rear diff. jack point with my FI exhaust. i'm using a costco jack. i know other's have said you don't lose this jack point, but in my case I did.

Can You elaborate a little more on this one. I think I missed this one.......

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