MOTORDYNE ART Pipes - Review

Motordyne · 10-13-2011, 12:38 AM

Absolutely. You can always add more to what is already there.

harp00n · 10-20-2011, 02:05 AM

bump for the news about AWD fitting!

DarkZide · 10-20-2011, 08:47 AM

bump for that motordyne catback release

Motordyne · 10-20-2011, 03:45 PM

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Originally Posted by DarkZide

bump for that motordyne catback release

Last week I wasn't able to work on it as planned but I'm back on it now.
The exhaust is all built and done. The only thing left to do is get it into a production stream.

Joe711 · 10-20-2011, 03:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Motordyne

Last week I wasn't able to work on it as planned but I'm back on it now.
The exhaust is all built and done. The only thing left to do is get it into a production stream.

WHICH IS

Paskii · 10-20-2011, 01:04 PM

Hey guys,

Not sure if this is normal but I have about 1200 miles on my ART pipes and I noticed the vibration from it has gotten worse. Especially when I stop and have the car on drive, now I have to move it to neutral to ease the vibration. Anyone else experiencing this?

Also got my SES warning light came on, second time should I do another reset? Is it possible for the pipes to cause any damage to the car?

G37sHKS · 10-20-2011, 03:08 PM

I have yet seen a good feedback after the latest design of ART, All of them are having issues.

Tony is there something you can do about this?

Motordyne · 10-20-2011, 03:20 PM

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Originally Posted by G37sHKS

I have yet seen a good feedback after the latest design of ART, All of them are having issues.

Tony is there something you can do about this?

Thoes are the prior design you are referring to.

The new ones with the vibration dampening bracket do not have a break in period.

Motordyne · 10-20-2011, 03:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Paskii

Hey guys,

Not sure if this is normal but I have about 1200 miles on my ART pipes and I noticed the vibration from it has gotten worse. Especially when I stop and have the car on drive, now I have to move it to neutral to ease the vibration. Anyone else experiencing this?

Also got my SES warning light came on, second time should I do another reset? Is it possible for the pipes to cause any damage to the car?

When did you purchase them?

Its normal for the breakin period to go up before it goes back down again but if it isn't gone by 1500 miles I'll send you a replacement. The new break in free design.

The CEL is not a problem but it does indicate the O2 sensor detecting free oxygen in the exhaust stream. If the sensor is still able to detect free oxygen it can be turned off if you get an Osirus tune.

Paskii · 10-20-2011, 03:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Motordyne

When did you purchase them?

Its normal for the breakin period to go up before it goes back down again but if it isn't gone by 1500 miles I'll send you a replacement. The new break in free design.

The CEL is not a problem but it does indicate the O2 sensor detecting free oxygen in the exhaust stream. If the sensor is still able to detect free oxygen it can be turned off if you get an Osirus tune.

Thanks for getting back to me Tony, I purchased the pipes back in early August. Didn't reach the 1500 miles break in yet, I'm around 1200 or so. Also I don't have the vibration dampening shield either, if it's cool with you I don't mind getting a replacement unit and not worry with breaking in the pipes.

Sounds good, I'll do a quick reset and try to find someone who has an Osirus tune.

Quote:

Originally Posted by G37sHKS

I have yet seen a good feedback after the latest design of ART, All of them are having issues.

Tony is there something you can do about this?

Hey G37sHKS it's not true, many positive feedback with the ART pipes. There are some kinks to work out but overall I'm happy with the performance of the pipes. I'm sure many people who bought the ART pipes didn't regret it

G37sHKS · 10-22-2011, 05:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Paskii

Hey G37sHKS it's not true, many positive feedback with the ART pipes. There are some kinks to work out but overall I'm happy with the performance of the pipes. I'm sure many people who bought the ART pipes didn't regret it

Dont get me wrong, I know motordyne and I know Tony before he even join this forum

I love his products and he knows that. Its just many ppl complaining about the new art pipe, either CEL, rasp, noise, etc etc etc.. but now he fixed is usual by making the art pipe break in free

Paskii · 11-14-2011, 08:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by G37sHKS

Dont get me wrong, I know motordyne and I know Tony before he even join this forum

I love his products and he knows that. Its just many ppl complaining about the new art pipe, either CEL, rasp, noise, etc etc etc.. but now he fixed is usual by making the art pipe break in free

Yeah they are addressing the issues that are raised and Motordyne provides wicked customer service. If you have problems Tony will help out no doubt!

Tony sneak peak of the exhaust? Will there be custom tip options?

AggieAv8r · 10-21-2011, 10:06 AM

Quote:
Originally Posted by Paskii
Hey guys,

Not sure if this is normal but I have about 1200 miles on my ART pipes and I noticed the vibration from it has gotten worse. Especially when I stop and have the car on drive, now I have to move it to neutral to ease the vibration. Anyone else experiencing this?

Also got my SES warning light came on, second time should I do another reset? Is it possible for the pipes to cause any damage to the car?

The only time I have triggered CEL's, which has been about 4 weeks after install/reinstall, it has been due to an almost impossible to detect exhaust leak at the top flange. If you're not sure just reset it and wait, buy the time it comes back on it will be big enough to hear and detect if you get under there while it's running.

I would almost bet money if you get under there you'll find a leak.

On that note Tony, I'll be hitting you up for yet another set of gaskets. Once again it's burned through in the same spot, despite using the rtv in the manner you prescribed. When I pull it off this time i'm going to check the flange for flatness, to be sure it's milled correctly. Will you pm or email when they ship please, I'll let you know what we find.

Motordyne · 10-21-2011, 10:34 AM

AggieAv8r,

Try this, bolt it up without the graphite gasket and use only the RTV gasket maker. The RTV alone can seal it.

The ART pipe flanges are indeed flat. They are all ground and surfaced flat at the factory AFTER welding onto the pipes.

If there is a chronic leaking problem you might want to check your header outlet flange to make sure it is not warped or has anything unusual.

.

ChrisSlicks · 10-21-2011, 10:39 AM

I'm going to try it without the gasket. What do you recommend as the cure time after installation before starting the car?

10-20-2011, 02:05 AM	#2 (permalink)
harp00n Base Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Kharkov, Ukraine Posts: 43 Drives: G35x '07 Rep Power: 14	bump for the news about AWD fitting! Last edited by harp00n; 10-20-2011 at 02:09 AM.

10-21-2011, 10:06 AM	#13 (permalink)
AggieAv8r Base Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 16 Drives: 09 BO G37S 6MT Rep Power: 15	Quote: Originally Posted by Paskii Hey guys, Not sure if this is normal but I have about 1200 miles on my ART pipes and I noticed the vibration from it has gotten worse. Especially when I stop and have the car on drive, now I have to move it to neutral to ease the vibration. Anyone else experiencing this? Also got my SES warning light came on, second time should I do another reset? Is it possible for the pipes to cause any damage to the car? The only time I have triggered CEL's, which has been about 4 weeks after install/reinstall, it has been due to an almost impossible to detect exhaust leak at the top flange. If you're not sure just reset it and wait, buy the time it comes back on it will be big enough to hear and detect if you get under there while it's running. I would almost bet money if you get under there you'll find a leak. On that note Tony, I'll be hitting you up for yet another set of gaskets. Once again it's burned through in the same spot, despite using the rtv in the manner you prescribed. When I pull it off this time i'm going to check the flange for flatness, to be sure it's milled correctly. Will you pm or email when they ship please, I'll let you know what we find. __________________ 09 G37S 6MT // EIBACH // VOSSEN // INVIDIA GEMINI // TAKEDA // MOTORDYNE // SPC // UPREV // 4.08 GEARS Last edited by AggieAv8r; 10-21-2011 at 10:08 AM. Reason: I was quoting Paskii's post

10-21-2011, 10:39 AM	#15 (permalink)
ChrisSlicks A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: North East Posts: 6,203 Drives: 09 370Z Sport M6 Rep Power: 654	I'm going to try it without the gasket. What do you recommend as the cure time after installation before starting the car? __________________ Hotchkis ARB \| Stillen CAI \| Art Pipes \| Berk CBE \| Stillen AP Racing Brakes \| AE Performance Oil Cooler \| BC Racing ER Coilovers \| Doran Control Arms

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10-13-2011, 12:38 AM	#1 (permalink)
Motordyne Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 384 Drives: Z Rep Power: 17	Absolutely. You can always add more to what is already there.

10-20-2011, 08:47 AM	#3 (permalink)
DarkZide Enthusiast Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: TN Posts: 291 Drives: 2010 370z BC M6 Rep Power: 16	bump for that motordyne catback release

10-20-2011, 01:04 PM	#6 (permalink)
Paskii Base Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Toronto, CAN Posts: 198 Drives: 09 Nissan 370z A7 Rep Power: 16	Hey guys, Not sure if this is normal but I have about 1200 miles on my ART pipes and I noticed the vibration from it has gotten worse. Especially when I stop and have the car on drive, now I have to move it to neutral to ease the vibration. Anyone else experiencing this? Also got my SES warning light came on, second time should I do another reset? Is it possible for the pipes to cause any damage to the car?

10-20-2011, 03:08 PM	#7 (permalink)
G37sHKS A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Dubai Posts: 1,183 Drives: 09 G37S Coupe 7AT Rep Power: 21	I have yet seen a good feedback after the latest design of ART, All of them are having issues. Tony is there something you can do about this?

10-21-2011, 10:34 AM	#14 (permalink)
Motordyne Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 384 Drives: Z Rep Power: 17	AggieAv8r, Try this, bolt it up without the graphite gasket and use only the RTV gasket maker. The RTV alone can seal it. The ART pipe flanges are indeed flat. They are all ground and surfaced flat at the factory AFTER welding onto the pipes. If there is a chronic leaking problem you might want to check your header outlet flange to make sure it is not warped or has anything unusual. .