Budget Y pipe: JIC Magic or OBX

Fed Hill Z · 11-06-2010, 02:42 PM

I have Berk HFCs and am looking for a Y-pipe. I would prefer one that does not cost $500, although Tanabe seems to be the best choice in terms of quality/performance. That aside, the two best budget options to me are OBX for $200 Shipped and JIC Magic for $318 Shipped. The Megan Racing and Top speed are other budget options but both look similar and look almost identical to stock other than being larger diameter. All are 2.5" in and 3" out and are available on ebay.

JIC Magic looks more like Tanabe than OBX, and it appears that there would be better flow because the 2 pipes come together at less of an angle on OBX. Trying to decide if the JIC Magic is worth $118 more than the OBX. Any thoughts?

OBX:
OBX EXHAUST Y-PIPE DOWNPIPE NISSAN 370Z INFINITI G37 - eBay (item 220590828306 end time Nov-12-10 14:02:23 PST)

JIC Magic:
JIC-Magic NISSAN 370Z 350Z G35 G37 Stainless Y- Pipe - eBay (item 330441266383 end time Dec-05-10 10:47:50 PST)

Megan:
MEGAN EXHAUST Y-PIPE G37 08+ 2D COUPE V36 VQ37VHR RWD: eBay Motors (item 330491418379 end time Nov-30-10 23:46:46 PST)

da mayor · 11-06-2010, 02:56 PM

i think in the long run you might be better off w/ the JIC... i dont know how long the OBX ones can withstand the heat before their flex parts rip

Westwood · 11-06-2010, 05:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by da mayor

i think in the long run you might be better off w/ the JIC...

x2 satisfied with mine and youl get a deeper tone

christian370z · 11-06-2010, 06:17 PM

The JIC also has smoother bends and a better collector which means more power. I would spend a little more coin for the JIC pipe since it looks to be better in both quality and design.

Westwood · 11-06-2010, 08:25 PM

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Originally Posted by christian370z

The JIC also has smoother bends and a better collector which means more power. I would spend a little more coin for the JIC pipe since it looks to be better in both quality and design.

Fed Hill Z · 11-06-2010, 08:37 PM

Thanks to all for the input. I was hesitant about the OBX to begin with, but this confirms JIC for me. It helps that a few of you already have the JIC with no issues.

Christian - saw some of your posts with making same or better power with HFC and JIC y pipe... very encouraging for me since I want to keep the car fairly quiet.

christian370z · 11-06-2010, 11:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Fed Hill Z

Christian - saw some of your posts with making same or better power with HFC and JIC y pipe... very encouraging for me since I want to keep the car fairly quiet.

I actually have a Tanabe Y pipe but it has the same diameters as the JIC y pipe so the performance/sound difference should be negligable. My intake/HFC/Y pipe setup nets the same if not more power than some intake/cat-back exhaust cars that have dyno'ed at the same dyno.

efuseakay · 11-07-2010, 12:13 AM

Don't forget about Exhaust Depot as well!

G37 Y-pipe

PR370z · 11-07-2010, 08:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by christian370z

I actually have a Tanabe Y pipe but it has the same diameters as the JIC y pipe so the performance/sound difference should be negligable. My intake/HFC/Y pipe setup nets the same if not more power than some intake/cat-back exhaust cars that have dyno'ed at the same dyno.

Also going with this setup CNT HFC, JIC Y pipe, later on the intake. Hopefully ill have the same results as Christian. (309 whp)

6spd · 11-07-2010, 08:16 AM

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Originally Posted by efuseakay

Don't forget about Exhaust Depot as well!

G37 Y-pipe

thats the one i'd buy, support the american economy

Fed Hill Z · 11-07-2010, 04:29 PM

I'm into buying American when possible. Have either of purchased anything from exhaust depot in the past?

nogoodname · 11-07-2010, 04:40 PM

Exhaust Depot dropped the ball on quality. The welds are crap now. Get the JIC one.

6spd · 11-07-2010, 04:52 PM

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Originally Posted by nogoodname

Exhaust Depot dropped the ball on quality. The welds are crap now. Get the JIC one.

thats unfortunate

nogoodname · 11-07-2010, 05:19 PM

Maybe it was a one time thing but the damage was done!

PM if you wanna see the thread. It's on another forum.

PR370z · 11-08-2010, 02:30 PM

Guys, just pulled the trigger on the JIC Y pipe, Will be going to Dyno after installation. I will have installed K&N drop ins, ERZ HFC, JIC Y Pipe. My goal is 300 whp for know. Also the dyno pull should be done in 5th gear correct? and the VDC off I suppose. Any recommendations

11-06-2010, 02:42 PM	#1 (permalink)
Fed Hill Z Base Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Baltimore Posts: 20 Drives: 09 370Z PG M6 Rep Power: 14	Budget Y pipe: JIC Magic or OBX I have Berk HFCs and am looking for a Y-pipe. I would prefer one that does not cost $500, although Tanabe seems to be the best choice in terms of quality/performance. That aside, the two best budget options to me are OBX for $200 Shipped and JIC Magic for $318 Shipped. The Megan Racing and Top speed are other budget options but both look similar and look almost identical to stock other than being larger diameter. All are 2.5" in and 3" out and are available on ebay. JIC Magic looks more like Tanabe than OBX, and it appears that there would be better flow because the 2 pipes come together at less of an angle on OBX. Trying to decide if the JIC Magic is worth $118 more than the OBX. Any thoughts? OBX: OBX EXHAUST Y-PIPE DOWNPIPE NISSAN 370Z INFINITI G37 - eBay (item 220590828306 end time Nov-12-10 14:02:23 PST) JIC Magic: JIC-Magic NISSAN 370Z 350Z G35 G37 Stainless Y- Pipe - eBay (item 330441266383 end time Dec-05-10 10:47:50 PST) Megan: MEGAN EXHAUST Y-PIPE G37 08+ 2D COUPE V36 VQ37VHR RWD: eBay Motors (item 330491418379 end time Nov-30-10 23:46:46 PST) __________________ Z: Berk HFCs \| OEM NISMO Exhaust \| K&N 98 TJ Sport: Too many mods to fit in base member signature (literally)

11-06-2010, 06:17 PM	#4 (permalink)
christian370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Newport Beach Posts: 3,900 Drives: 2010 370Z/Saab 900se Rep Power: 431	The JIC also has smoother bends and a better collector which means more power. I would spend a little more coin for the JIC pipe since it looks to be better in both quality and design. __________________ -320whp / 259wftlbs- SP Rays -- RE-11s -- SpecialtyZ Tune -- Swift Springs -- Stillen 25R Oil Cooler -- Stillen G3 Intakes -- Berk HFCs -- F.I. 12" CBE -- Stillen Sway Bars -- Es14 Spring -- INGS+1 lip -- CF Spoiler -- GTR Start Button -- VLED Parking Lights -- PWJDM V2 shift knob

11-06-2010, 08:37 PM	#6 (permalink)
Fed Hill Z Base Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Baltimore Posts: 20 Drives: 09 370Z PG M6 Rep Power: 14	Thanks to all for the input. I was hesitant about the OBX to begin with, but this confirms JIC for me. It helps that a few of you already have the JIC with no issues. Christian - saw some of your posts with making same or better power with HFC and JIC y pipe... very encouraging for me since I want to keep the car fairly quiet. __________________ Z: Berk HFCs \| OEM NISMO Exhaust \| K&N 98 TJ Sport: Too many mods to fit in base member signature (literally)

11-07-2010, 04:29 PM	#11 (permalink)
Fed Hill Z Base Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Baltimore Posts: 20 Drives: 09 370Z PG M6 Rep Power: 14	I'm into buying American when possible. Have either of purchased anything from exhaust depot in the past? __________________ Z: Berk HFCs \| OEM NISMO Exhaust \| K&N 98 TJ Sport: Too many mods to fit in base member signature (literally)

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11-06-2010, 02:56 PM	#2 (permalink)
da mayor Enthusiast Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 313 Drives: #TheGoldenZ Rep Power: 15	i think in the long run you might be better off w/ the JIC... i dont know how long the OBX ones can withstand the heat before their flex parts rip

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11-08-2010, 02:30 PM	#15 (permalink)
PR370z Base Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Puerto Rico Posts: 108 Drives: 2008 BMW E60 M5 Rep Power: 14	Guys, just pulled the trigger on the JIC Y pipe, Will be going to Dyno after installation. I will have installed K&N drop ins, ERZ HFC, JIC Y Pipe. My goal is 300 whp for know. Also the dyno pull should be done in 5th gear correct? and the VDC off I suppose. Any recommendations