Am I delusional?

Mt Tam I am · 10-17-2010, 01:21 PM

Am I delusional?
My goal:
I am very interested in picking up 18 HP or approximately a 5% increase via an exhaust modification.

My expectations
1) Keeping the db level no greater inside the cabin on longer freeway trips. My better half is less than thrilled with overall cabin noise on the freeway. On the twistys she is fine, so I don't care.

2) It bolts on. No problems. My stock exhaust produces no dash lights, O2 sensors etc. If the mod makes for a tinkerer's delight, then I won't be satisfied.

3) I live in California with a bi-annual registration smog law, so I must meet regulations, without on-off catalysts. This will cost HP but how much?

Things cost what they cost, so let's not make this the issue.

Many of my needs were addressed here in this well-written review. So Stillen would be first choice, but the above-stated requirements trump a brand name.
My Stillen CBE arrived today , pictures!

Thank you.

10-17-2010, 01:21 PM	#1 (permalink)
Mt Tam I am A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: California Posts: 10,709 Drives: 370Z T/S/N 6MT & XKE Rep Power: 3842	Am I delusional? Am I delusional? My goal: I am very interested in picking up 18 HP or approximately a 5% increase via an exhaust modification. My expectations 1) Keeping the db level no greater inside the cabin on longer freeway trips. My better half is less than thrilled with overall cabin noise on the freeway. On the twistys she is fine, so I don't care. 2) It bolts on. No problems. My stock exhaust produces no dash lights, O2 sensors etc. If the mod makes for a tinkerer's delight, then I won't be satisfied. 3) I live in California with a bi-annual registration smog law, so I must meet regulations, without on-off catalysts. This will cost HP but how much? Things cost what they cost, so let's not make this the issue. Many of my needs were addressed here in this well-written review. So Stillen would be first choice, but the above-stated requirements trump a brand name. My Stillen CBE arrived today , pictures! Thank you. __________________ "Does the carpet match the drapes? NO!!! I don't date bald women." Nissan Motorsports 34R Oil Cooler. Stillen CBE. Hotchkis Sport Sway Bars. KW Variant 3 Coilover System. Stillen Gen3 CAI. Michelin Pilot Super Sport. Stillen Brake Ducts. Carbotech™ XP10/XP8 Pads. Z1 Front Rotors. Z1 Stainless Brake Lines. Two degrees of camber Last edited by Mt Tam I am; 10-17-2010 at 01:23 PM. Reason: thank you