Fast Intentions exhaust is here! (continued)

megalapagas · 10-28-2013, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by 1cleanZ

I'll try and get some vids up as well if the 50's stick around this week(dang MN weather). I was in a HUGE debate between Resonated TP's or Resonated HFCs. I stuck with Resonated HFCs and a NONresonated Xpipe and damn....I wouldn't ever think twice about going any other route.

I ran RHFCs with an 18" resonators in the xpipe on my G37s, but on the Z going with the NONresonated X, the tone/note is even more refined. Rather then a constant tone, it has the refined rumble which IMO is just straight sex to your ears, and makes it like no other exhaust on the market.

Please, I haven't seen ANYONE post a video up with ur setup. Reason I ask is because its intriguing me to purchase tje RHFC just for shites and giggles

Rangerz · 10-28-2013, 06:41 PM

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Originally Posted by megalapagas

Please, I haven't seen ANYONE post a video up with ur setup. Reason I ask is because its intriguing me to purchase tje RHFC just for shites and giggles

I'll hang one or 2 up as soon as mine comes. Hopefully it is in thr production phase this week. I was going to do a vid review of the exhaust ans some external mic's for the GOPRO. Hopefully the weather will hold out for a track day as well.

megalapagas · 10-28-2013, 08:00 PM

Alright man Sounds like a good deal!

tRidiot · 10-29-2013, 07:31 PM

I'm wondering... trying to do a lot of research, and don't want to start a new thread with something that is stupidly basic or already covered.

Currently I have Stillen HFCs, Motordyne XYZ pipe and Stillen CBE (all this terminology is new to me). I like the sound of the exhaust at idle, low-to-moderate acceleration, but when I really get on it, it seems VERY raspy to me. Maybe I'm unrealistic in expecting with a good amount of exhaust work that should have been taken care of?

I ran over a curb the first day I got the car (4 months ago) and was worried I might have damaged something, so i got it on a lift today and looked everything over. No obvious damage to any of the exhaust components, and they all look good. So I'm wondering what I can do to get rid of the rasp, but maintain a strong, low rumble. I hate the "bumblebee" sound you hear from some riceburners. What I have now is definitely lower, but still has an annoying rasp at high output.

I am considering buying a set of Fast Intentions LTHs. My ASSUMPTION is that the LTH will replace both my HFC and XYZ pipe? Then I can mount the Stillen CBE and see how it sounds, maybe swap out to something else later if I like?

Like I said, please be patient with me, all this exhaust and suspension stuff is brand new to me, and I am reading my arse off trying to learn, but the sheer volume of info here, while incredibly helpful, is also exhausting. But I'm learning a lot!

Thanks for any help you guys might be able to offer me!

jlw2546 · 10-29-2013, 10:01 PM

Omg. My wife's stock G35 sounds so much better than my stock 370. Tony, please tell me you are ahead of schedule. I can't wait to hear the Vrooom. I'm planning a road trip down the coast to visit the folks in Florida for thanksgiving. It would be great to hear that awesome exhaust note for 12 hours instead of tire noise.

Meulen · 10-30-2013, 02:10 PM

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Originally Posted by F.I. Inc.

PM received, thank you! I just had a quick minute to respond here however your PM is pretty in depth so I may need to get back to you later today. Fridays are real busy here at the shop. If you would like a quicker response, please do not hesitate to call me directly.

Thanks, Tony

Gave you a call today. Left a voicemail there for you

Meulen · 10-30-2013, 05:31 PM

And..... With that I am #887! 😃. Thx Tony, can't wait

F.I. Inc. · 10-30-2013, 06:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Meulen

And..... With that I am #887! ��. Thx Tony, can't wait

Thank you for your business. We look forward to getting your exhaust to you and everyone else out there who's has one on order with us.

Tony

1cleanZ · 10-31-2013, 11:28 PM

Few exhaust vids from tonight...

COLD START(and yes, actually COLD, temp was about 43 degrees >>excuse the clutch/flywheel chatter)

Acceleration Vids (first pull to 3500rpms, 2nd pull WOT)

Rangerz · 11-01-2013, 01:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1cleanZ

Few exhaust vids from tonight...

COLD START(and yes, actually COLD, temp was about 43 degrees >>excuse the clutch/flywheel chatter

Acceleration Vids (first pull to 3500rpms, 2nd pull WOT)

Goddamnit Clean Z..... I think I just jizzed my pants. That sounds awesome really, really like the tone and grumble.

Hey in that second video.....I think your going just a little overboard driving around the planet for the WOT run.

Rangerz · 11-01-2013, 01:18 AM

Damn had to watch it again. What did you take the video and audio with?

That sounds great

what about power? Did you notice a big difference

Sh0velMan · 11-01-2013, 07:50 AM

Suppose I can post this here..

FI non-res with PPE LTH.

1cleanZ · 11-01-2013, 11:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rangerz

Goddamnit Clean Z..... I think I just jizzed my pants. That sounds awesome really, really like the tone and grumble.

Hey in that second video.....I think your going just a little overboard driving around the planet for the WOT run.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rangerz

Damn had to watch it again. What did you take the video and audio with?

That sounds great

what about power? Did you notice a big difference

Thanks bro!

I couldn't be happier with the tone. The sound definition of the non-resonated X is just amazing, and the Resonated HFCs just adds to it rather then taking anything away from the perfect tone.

The largest differences I noticed immediately with power, the shifts are soooo much easier and smoother since the rev limiter doesn't drop as quickly. I had previous experience with my G37 and my FI combo, but when I bought my Nismo, I immediately noticed the lack of low end. The SECOND I drove the car out of my garage after completing the install, the low end TQ was back which resulted in my rev's being that much quicker to shift.

The video was shot with a digital camera just sitting on the ground. I located the spot I wanted record it quite a while ago, perrrrfect for avoiding sound distortion. Its almost a valley which really assisted in being able to hear everything from miles away.

johncarlopang · 11-02-2013, 12:15 AM

Hi FI owners... can you enlighten me about Mr. Tony's product compare to other exhaust out there...

why is his exhaust way way way better than others.

Thanks guys

40th_z · 11-02-2013, 12:16 AM

just got my tracking number!!!! #830 should be here mid week.

10-28-2013, 08:00 PM	#3033 (permalink)
megalapagas Enthusiast Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: McAllen,TX Posts: 457 Drives: '10 370Z Tour A/T Rep Power: 12	Alright man Sounds like a good deal! __________________ GTM 34 Row Oil Cooler \| K&N Drop Ins w/ Z1's Post MAF Tubes \| F.I Non-Res'd 2.5" T.P w/ CF CBE \| Axis Wheels \| Piecing together My Own Custom T4 Top Mount Single Turbo Kit Still in the works \|

10-29-2013, 07:31 PM	#3034 (permalink)
tRidiot Base Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: OK Posts: 178 Drives: '09 370Z Sport Rep Power: 9972	I'm wondering... trying to do a lot of research, and don't want to start a new thread with something that is stupidly basic or already covered. Currently I have Stillen HFCs, Motordyne XYZ pipe and Stillen CBE (all this terminology is new to me). I like the sound of the exhaust at idle, low-to-moderate acceleration, but when I really get on it, it seems VERY raspy to me. Maybe I'm unrealistic in expecting with a good amount of exhaust work that should have been taken care of? I ran over a curb the first day I got the car (4 months ago) and was worried I might have damaged something, so i got it on a lift today and looked everything over. No obvious damage to any of the exhaust components, and they all look good. So I'm wondering what I can do to get rid of the rasp, but maintain a strong, low rumble. I hate the "bumblebee" sound you hear from some riceburners. What I have now is definitely lower, but still has an annoying rasp at high output. I am considering buying a set of Fast Intentions LTHs. My ASSUMPTION is that the LTH will replace both my HFC and XYZ pipe? Then I can mount the Stillen CBE and see how it sounds, maybe swap out to something else later if I like? Like I said, please be patient with me, all this exhaust and suspension stuff is brand new to me, and I am reading my arse off trying to learn, but the sheer volume of info here, while incredibly helpful, is also exhausting. But I'm learning a lot! Thanks for any help you guys might be able to offer me! Last edited by tRidiot; 10-30-2013 at 01:41 AM.

10-29-2013, 10:01 PM	#3035 (permalink)
jlw2546 Base Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Maryland Posts: 157 Drives: 13 370Z GM M6 Rep Power: 12	Omg. My wife's stock G35 sounds so much better than my stock 370. Tony, please tell me you are ahead of schedule. I can't wait to hear the Vrooom. I'm planning a road trip down the coast to visit the folks in Florida for thanksgiving. It would be great to hear that awesome exhaust note for 12 hours instead of tire noise. 09nismo498 likes this. __________________ 18% tint - Swifts - SPL - H&R 20mm - F I Carbon Fiber TDX w/12in Res. - F I Hfc - R2C Short Ram Intake and a little Plasti Dip

10-30-2013, 05:31 PM	#3037 (permalink)
Meulen A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Romeoville, IL Posts: 1,093 Drives: 2010 370z 40th Rep Power: 3390	And..... With that I am #887! 😃. Thx Tony, can't wait F.I. Inc. likes this. __________________ Follow my build thread here: Meulens Build Journal

10-31-2013, 11:28 PM	#3039 (permalink)
1cleanZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Twin Cities, MN Posts: 1,132 Drives: '09 PW Nismo Rep Power: 21	Few exhaust vids from tonight... COLD START(and yes, actually COLD, temp was about 43 degrees >>excuse the clutch/flywheel chatter) Acceleration Vids (first pull to 3500rpms, 2nd pull WOT) ZForce, jaedub, RegPei and 3 others like this. __________________ 2009 PW Nismo #0021 -My Built Progress >>1cleanG to 1cleanZ<< Team NextLevel Last edited by 1cleanZ; 11-01-2013 at 11:53 AM.

11-01-2013, 01:18 AM	#3041 (permalink)
Rangerz Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Northern Utah Age: 59 Posts: 476 Drives: 2012 370 Nismo Rep Power: 12	Damn had to watch it again. What did you take the video and audio with? That sounds great what about power? Did you notice a big difference __________________ Stillen Gen III/ NST/ Fast Intentions Non-Res HFC & 12" Resonated CF TDX/ Setreb series 9 OC/ SPL upper control arms/ Whiteline front & rear swaybars/ Uprev tuned by Seb@specialtyZ/ 319HP 262TQ/ Z1 PS Cooler/ Z1 SS Premium break lines/ CJM Road Race pump/Carbotech F:XP10 R:XP8 Nismo OC DIY Last edited by Rangerz; 11-01-2013 at 01:22 AM.

11-01-2013, 07:50 AM	#3042 (permalink)
Sh0velMan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Dallas/Ft.Worth Posts: 3,349 Drives: Noisily. Rep Power: 20	Suppose I can post this here.. FI non-res with PPE LTH. jaybulls and VQZ34nismo like this. __________________ Buy My Car! \| Build Thread

11-02-2013, 12:15 AM	#3044 (permalink)
johncarlopang Base Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: las vegas Posts: 141 Drives: none Rep Power: 12	Hi FI owners... can you enlighten me about Mr. Tony's product compare to other exhaust out there... why is his exhaust way way way better than others. Thanks guys

11-02-2013, 12:16 AM	#3045 (permalink)
40th_z Base Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 117 Drives: 2010 40th Z Rep Power: 12	just got my tracking number!!!! #830 should be here mid week. jlw2546 likes this.

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