AAM Short tails - Too Loud?

Ghh0st · 03-14-2016, 08:21 PM

I just got my short tails installed a few days ago and they sound fantastic, but they're louder than expected, even after watching countless videos of the exhaust before purchasing.

Another thing is, the exhaust (even at idle sounds louder in the cabin than outside). I'm assuming under load it's the same way, but I'm just worried I'm going to be getting pulled over in town for just driving around.

Has anyone ran into issues with the short tails with your local police force? Any tips on keeping the volume down in town? I think I've found a few sweet spots at certain gears but I'm curious of other people's experiences.

Thanks!

Z370Z011 · 03-14-2016, 08:40 PM

They sound louder inside the cabin due to the lack of noise insulation, and after two years mine are no longer loud enough... I need moooree

But never been pulled over

Ghh0st · 03-14-2016, 08:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Z370Z011

They sound louder inside the cabin due to the lack of noise insulation, and after two years mine are no longer loud enough... I need moooree

But never been pulled over

Phew! I've been getting worried about the noise because of how audible it is in the cabin in town. I never go over 3k in town but after driving it for a few days it just worried me.

Thanks!

2011 Nismo#91 · 03-15-2016, 07:34 AM

It's worse with test pipes and aftermarket mid-pipes. Heard another Z in person with stock nismo exhaust but AAM short tails, wasn't bad volume wise, but on mine with test pipes and midpipes it was unbearable.

Ghh0st · 03-15-2016, 07:48 AM

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Originally Posted by 2011 Nismo#91

It's worse with test pipes and aftermarket mid-pipes. Heard another Z in person with stock nismo exhaust but AAM short tails, wasn't bad volume wise, but on mine with test pipes and midpipes it was unbearable.

That's good to know. I don't plan on doing any more exhaust work since I do like the tone now. It's hard to get a idea when I'm always driving the car and not outside of it when it's going down the road.

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370deep · 03-20-2016, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Ghh0st

That's good to know. I don't plan on doing any more exhaust work since I do like the tone now. It's hard to get a idea when I'm always driving the car and not outside of it when it's going down the road.

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yeah, i felt same way when i got my installed. been year now i love it, actually thinking about getting test pipes now since i got used to it i feel like its quiet haha..

SGT Rob · 03-22-2016, 09:40 AM

I love it myself...the only part that gets to me is at 4k and even then it depends on the mood im in. Its either I love it or let me let down the windows a bit. Im currently trying to figure out the route I want to take with Mid pipe, headers, and intakes....She will probably become an audible death machine but as long as I love it i guess.

SS_Firehawk · 03-22-2016, 09:49 AM

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Originally Posted by SGT Rob

I love it myself...the only part that gets to me is at 4k and even then it depends on the mood im in. Its either I love it or let me let down the windows a bit. Im currently trying to figure out the route I want to take with Mid pipe, headers, and intakes....She will probably become an audible death machine but as long as I love it i guess.

Adding the midpipe is fine, just be weary of removing the cats. I highly recommend getting RHFC's at an absolute bare minimum.

03-14-2016, 08:21 PM	#1 (permalink)
Ghh0st Base Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: NY Posts: 79 Drives: '13 370z WP 6MT Rep Power: 10	AAM Short tails - Too Loud? I just got my short tails installed a few days ago and they sound fantastic, but they're louder than expected, even after watching countless videos of the exhaust before purchasing. Another thing is, the exhaust (even at idle sounds louder in the cabin than outside). I'm assuming under load it's the same way, but I'm just worried I'm going to be getting pulled over in town for just driving around. Has anyone ran into issues with the short tails with your local police force? Any tips on keeping the volume down in town? I think I've found a few sweet spots at certain gears but I'm curious of other people's experiences. Thanks!

03-14-2016, 08:40 PM	#2 (permalink)
Z370Z011 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Los Angeles CA Posts: 1,052 Drives: PearlWhite 370z 6MT Rep Power: 14	They sound louder inside the cabin due to the lack of noise insulation, and after two years mine are no longer loud enough... I need moooree But never been pulled over Ghh0st likes this.

03-22-2016, 09:40 AM	#7 (permalink)
SGT Rob Base Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Severn, MD Posts: 6 Drives: 09 370Z Silver 6M Rep Power: 9	I love it myself...the only part that gets to me is at 4k and even then it depends on the mood im in. Its either I love it or let me let down the windows a bit. Im currently trying to figure out the route I want to take with Mid pipe, headers, and intakes....She will probably become an audible death machine but as long as I love it i guess. SS_Firehawk likes this.

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03-15-2016, 07:34 AM	#4 (permalink)
2011 Nismo#91 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: NJ Posts: 2,381 Drives: slowly Rep Power: 33858	It's worse with test pipes and aftermarket mid-pipes. Heard another Z in person with stock nismo exhaust but AAM short tails, wasn't bad volume wise, but on mine with test pipes and midpipes it was unbearable.