ARK PERFORMANCE INC : 370z TRUE DUAL Prototype 1 & 2 UPDATED VIDEOS 10/29/09
 

As the g37 Coupe is about done, We already had this already well into the design process and now have a prototype made.

Like I have stated before in my post, this will be 1 of 3 exhaust designs that will go into production.

I didn't want to just tease you guys with pictures so I had the sound clips made in comparison to the OEM exhaust. Let me know if you have any questions regarding this exhaust.


ARK's New product line exhaust system name brand "GRIP". The ARK "GRIP" offers the serious 350Z enthusiast a rare combination of top quality materials and superb craftsmanship who want the absolute best quality True Dual Burnt SUS Tip exhaust system money can buy.
Each exhaust is constructed with high quality SUS-304 full stainless and manufactured with that full polished finish. Each system features mandrel-bent stainless steel piping for maximum exhaust flow and reduced back pressure. The ARK "GRIP" exhaust system focuses on providing the best possible performance results whether your engine is stock or heavily modified and is dyno proven to maximize engine response and longevity.

Features
Burn Tip layer Exhaust Tips
SUS304 Stainless Steel Construction
Fully Polished Finish 60mm dual Piping w/ DUAL 100mm Exhaust Tip
CNC Machined Flanges
Exposed micro TIG welded
Bolts and hardware required for install are included

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Notice how the Sound is deeper yet the decibel level is similar. Could it be our ARK Technology Resonators?:confused:

Note: We did 2 start ups on the Test for our Prototype to show idle, to off, and start up noise level. Of course more videos will be up shortly.

I will always try and provide new ways to show the 370z community how our exhaust differ from other brands as well as providing detailed presentable information. We are also working with LOU@AMPLIFIEDMOTORSPORTS. He will have all current pricing once the prices are released.

We are here to simply support our loyal dealers.

ARK PERFORMANCE INC : GRIP TYPE 2 True Dual exhaust 370z

2 of 3 of our Exhaust design for the 370z. Staying true to our True dual X-pipe system, which still continues to give great gains. This is all thanks to our x-pipe and resonator design for best flow with street legal decibels.

Here are some visual persuasion

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ARK PERFORMANCE INC
GRIP TRUE DUAL Exhaust TYPE 2
Nissan 370z





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additional Notes:

The additional canisters have two important functions. One is to keep the true tone of the 370z. During lower RPM's these canisters fill up and lessens drone (which is ideal for Daily driving). When it comes to higher RPM's, the air bypasses these canisters and act as a straight through muffler. The results show that it bears the same gains as any straight through mufflers while keeping the tone.

However there is a difference between our exhaust system design and other exhaust systems as well that make our sound unique. Its the quality of metal that we use as well as the thickness of piping that we used to make these exhaust system. Not to mention that we implemented our X-flow into this system as well.

Ultimately, we came out with a way to have that clean tone, without sacrificing performance throughout the band.

- What are the differences between this and the Type 1 and Type 3?

Type 3 has not even been released yet.

The difference if between type 1 and 2 is the design of the exhaust system.
Type 1( ARK DTS )- uses a True dual system that never meets and flows straight through all the way back.

Type 2( ARK GRIP )- utilized our X-flow, Dual Resonators, and Dual Canisters.

Our signature tips are dual Rolled, welded, Polished burnt tips

Lastly, for Type 3 ( ARK N2 ) - we are looking into a Single Exit exhaust that is used for competitive street and Track use. We will use Titanium for our single exit systems. This model will be the last project that we take on for the 370z.

Just a small added note: We are also looking into short shifters for the 370z. so stay tuned.

Team ARK

looks good what are the gains for this?
any dyno charts up yet?
they sound really nice :)
can't wait to see the other 2.

No Dyno's yet. Once we finish our prototype we will post up the dynos asap.
The other 2 will be produced once this model is complete

Any weight savings?

:clap: good to see a real true dual.

I had an ARK exhaust on my Tiburon and loved it. Good to see that you guys are offering one for the 370Z as well.

Once We get our first production batch in, I will put up all the specs. Exact Weight, Pipe Size, Pipe Thickness and etc.

I very nice upgrade from the TIB.

wow, one of the best sounding exhausts ive heard, I hope this system is reasonably priced!

You know it. Wait until we get a video of in on the road. We will provide you with an in Cabin Video with our dB meter as well as outside passes going full throttle.

Just out of curiosity, why does everyone rave about the tone being deeper? Not in the context of this exhaust, but imports in general?

We all know why Americans V8's have a deep sound: big pistons and long stroke.

When you take a small displacement engine and try to make it sound deep it doesn't really add any aural appeal... to me anyways. Taking this concept to an extreme and you get the 1.5 liter Honda Civic with the fart can muffler.

High pitch is sexy cool. Think Lambo and Ferrari. The 370z with the rev limiter reset to 8,000 is a beautiful thing. I wish my exhaust had a higher pitch to make it have a more exotic sound.

I absolutely love the low grumble of a big V8 at idle, high pitched whines sound too ricey to me. ARK, is there any possibility that you guys could make a vid of how it might sound with HFC's? Im looking forward to hearing how it sounds from inside at WOT. Ive narrowed my choices down to yours or Stillens. Would it be safe to say we could see comparable gains to the other systems out? Avg seems to be 15hp.

Just for reference, for imports to get a similar tone as lambos and ferrari's is impossible due to the fact that the noise is generated mainly from the engine. There are exhaust out there that can make it scream at high RPM's, however it will never be like the ferrari's. One of the reasons why high pitch exhaust are know to be inferior is due to the low end quality metal it is made with. This causes that ricey raspiness as well as crazy drone throughout the whole RPM band.

We believe that with the 370z engine and our exhaust put together creates a very exotic exhaust tone.

Once the exhaust is complete we will look into downpipes headers and HFC's. We will provide videos for all of our product lines. Once our final product comes in, it is going straight to the dyno and then released to the community.

Come to the AutoBacs Meet in Stanton Aug 13th. We will be there to show off our G37 Prototype.

this exhaust is in the running for me, can only chose one....damn...lol

this one, mxp & F.I are the best sounding/gains

i'll post the meet at the socal thread:tup:

I'll ditto that. I had an ARK N2 titanium exhaust on my V6 Tibby and the note was fabulous. It's too bad I only had a month or so to enjoy it before the deer wrecked it :( I'm really psyched to hear a 370 version coming!

hope to see results, and also the other 2 models as well.

ARK GRiP 370z Exhaust 2 of 3 came in today. Anyone in SOCAL interested in test fitting our Prototype? We will need your car for the whole day. We are located in Montclair CA 91763. Please PM me. First come first serve basis.

The test fitter will receive the final production exhaust for free once it comes in.

Alex

oooh can't wait!! can't wait!!

ARK Prototype #2
 

We still need one for the 2nd prototype. Let me just say. X-pipe, True dual , and signature tip similar to the on the the g37.

ahhh man what a deal! i hope someone jumps on this!

sooner the better so we can get some installed pictures and videos up for it.

God dammit I wish I lived closer than across the entire f'ing country! :P I'd be there in a heartbeat

Still need the Prototype

too many companies in cali...I wish I had this opportunity :shakes head:

Just drive to Cali man, it isn't that far !

its kinda ironic - its completely illegal to have a non CARB ok exhaust in cali yet all the shops are here lol

been there, done that...26 hrs straight through. Never doing that again.

Here is something that can motivate you to do so.. again..

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That type 2 looks sexy! Interesting placement of the xpipe i see how it looks to flow better from that bend of the front Y...

Awsome job guys! So are you going to support 3 types or will you just build the one thats the most popular?

Do you have any shops/partners in the NY/NJ area??? I will proto that for you at YOUR convinience!!! Lets make it happen!

yeah the type 2 looks really really good imho :happydance:

No we are going to give The 370z community 3 options.
3 different pipe designs
3 different exhaust tones
3 dyno proven exhaust systems

Mannnnn... that makes me want to road trip it out to Cali!! It would be cheaper than the full-price exhaust... I think...

If you get desperate TeamARK, drop me a PM. I'm able to travel readily.

We got the tester for the Type 2 prototype. I will keep you guys updated.

i think i was one post too late. i just saw this thread and would be willing to head up there in the morning. let me know if you need another test car or if anything goes wrong with the other car, ill be right up there :tup:

Sorry we got the test car in today. Just rev'd it. Sounds Sexy.

I'm unable to read the meter, but if it's a dBA meter the level being the same just means that the lower frequencies are at least 10dB below the mid range frequencies (~1000Hz) which actually drive the dBA level.

Nice sound. Love to see the dyno numbers.

Thanks!

The type 2 True dual prototype exhaust is done and in the AIR to Korea. We will keep you guys updated with the status.

i want to hear it!!!!! this will probably be my first pickup any chance of a group buy?