Test Pipes with FI cbe

ColtronZ · 06-25-2018, 07:40 AM

I met up with some of Z owners this weekend and boy did their cars scream when accelerating. I have been on the fence about test pipes since I bought my FI cbe and this kind of sold me on getting pipes. I am looking for pipes that compliment my non-res cbe without much more drone than I have now. I was thinking of going berk pipes since they aren't $500+ and many people run/have posted about them. I have also heard FI pipes are not the same as previous batches due to the new welders. Currently, I have stock cats and I know overall that it's hurting performance so that's also an added benefit of switching. I was unable to find FI with berk videos and don't know anyone with this combo. I am curious what your setup is or what you recommend as this car is my daily driver.

NorthStyle · 06-25-2018, 07:54 AM

I have ART pipes and would recommend them. I have the FI CF non-res and think it sounds amazing. My wife isn't a fan of the cold starts though...

ColtronZ · 06-25-2018, 09:30 AM

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Originally Posted by NorthStyle

I have ART pipes and would recommend them. I have the FI CF non-res and think it sounds amazing. My wife isn't a fan of the cold starts though...

Those are the ones I'd get if I spent that much money. Do you have any sound clips? Haven't found many if any with ART + FI pulls.

ZontheRocks · 06-25-2018, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by ColtronZ

Those are the ones I'd get if I spent that much money. Do you have any sound clips? Haven't found many if any with ART + FI pulls.

My suggestion would be to pick up some used ART V2 or V3 pipes. Usually can pick them up anywhere from $450 (low side) to $550 shipped (more normal).

I believe that another forum member has some FI resonated HFCs for sale , if you are interested in those. I believe the price was down to $500 shipped.

I missed the ACE meet and am waiting to install my ART pipes. Can't wait.

FPenvy · 06-25-2018, 10:55 AM

why wouldn't you just get FI test pipes to go with the FI CBE?

thats like saying you have an expensive steak but instead of adding a lobster tail you're thinking of like box of off brand mac & cheese......

ColtronZ · 06-25-2018, 12:08 PM

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Originally Posted by FPenvy

why wouldn't you just get FI test pipes to go with the FI CBE?

thats like saying you have an expensive steak but instead of adding a lobster tail you're thinking of like box of off brand mac & cheese......

Fellow local Z members say that the FI lost their two best welders and their products haven't been as good since.

JARblue · 06-25-2018, 12:10 PM

I'm sure Fast Intentions will stand behind any product they sell. Is there any evidence of the claim "their products haven't been as good since"?

Spooler · 06-25-2018, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by ColtronZ

Fellow local Z members say that the FI lost their two best welders and their products haven't been as good since.

I call BS on this story.

ColtronZ · 06-25-2018, 12:12 PM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

I'm sure Fast Intentions will stand behind any product they sell. Is there any evidence of the claim "their products haven't been as good since"?

They claim issues with welds. I have not seen it personally.

Spooler · 06-25-2018, 12:13 PM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

I'm sure Fast Intentions will stand behind any product they sell. Is there any evidence of the claim "their products haven't been as good since"?

Of coarse not. LOL

JARblue · 06-25-2018, 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by ColtronZ

They claim issues with welds. I have not seen it personally.

So your claim is just hearsay then? In that case, you probably shouldn't be bad mouthing one of the most reputable Z shops out there

ColtronZ · 06-25-2018, 12:18 PM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

So your claim is just hearsay then? In that case, you probably shouldn't be bad mouthing one of the most reputable Z shops out there

It wasn't bad mouthing, I came here saying that I've heard rumor and was looking for a good pairing with my cbe. I have an older used FI cbe and I love it personally.

JARblue · 06-25-2018, 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by ColtronZ

It wasn't bad mouthing, I came here saying that I've heard rumor and was looking for a good pairing with my cbe. I have FI cbe and I love it personally.

You may not have specifically come on here and said negative things about them. But you did come on a public forum spreading a rumor with no evidence. And that is called hearsay. It puts a negative light on a good shop without justification.

Get some Fast Intentions test pipes

FPenvy · 06-25-2018, 12:22 PM

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Originally Posted by ColtronZ

Fellow local Z members say that the FI lost their two best welders and their products haven't been as good since.

1. FI products are always top notch

2. if you do have an issue due to build flaw they stand by their work.

3. dont believe everything you hear.

FI is the best sounding, performing, quality, and customer service in the business.

FPenvy · 06-25-2018, 12:24 PM

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Originally Posted by ColtronZ

They claim issues with welds. I have not seen it personally.

which tampa member told you this?

i'll then let you know if what they said carries any weight.

06-25-2018, 07:40 AM	#1 (permalink)
ColtronZ Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Tampa, FL Posts: 310 Drives: 17 370z Rep Power: 6295	Test Pipes with FI cbe I met up with some of Z owners this weekend and boy did their cars scream when accelerating. I have been on the fence about test pipes since I bought my FI cbe and this kind of sold me on getting pipes. I am looking for pipes that compliment my non-res cbe without much more drone than I have now. I was thinking of going berk pipes since they aren't $500+ and many people run/have posted about them. I have also heard FI pipes are not the same as previous batches due to the new welders. Currently, I have stock cats and I know overall that it's hurting performance so that's also an added benefit of switching. I was unable to find FI with berk videos and don't know anyone with this combo. I am curious what your setup is or what you recommend as this car is my daily driver.

06-25-2018, 07:54 AM	#2 (permalink)
NorthStyle A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Deutschland + SC/FL USA Posts: 1,235 Drives: 2011 370Z Nismo Rep Power: 24276	I have ART pipes and would recommend them. I have the FI CF non-res and think it sounds amazing. My wife isn't a fan of the cold starts though... ZontheRocks likes this.

06-25-2018, 12:10 PM	#7 (permalink)
JARblue A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Austin, TX Age: 43 Posts: 36,449 Drives: 11 Z34, 98 E36 M3 Rep Power: 2684440	I'm sure Fast Intentions will stand behind any product they sell. Is there any evidence of the claim "their products haven't been as good since"? FPenvy, Hotrodz, wideglideleon and 1 others like this. __________________ 2011 370Z 6MT Sport Gun Metallic \| ARC \| CJM \| Ecutek \| FI \| Fujimura \| R2C \| SPL \| Stillen \| TWM \| Z1 \| ZSpeed \|

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