Haha, I think I have a seen a few of your posts. In any case the Ark is not a bad system either. I just don't think it sounds as aggressive compared to to Motordyne. I am not too sure about the difference between the two.

Motordyne sounds like the perfect exhaust but my issue is the cost... 2.7k for a cbe would literally cost me an arm and a leg... And being from Australia our $AU is soo weak compared to the $USD hence why I'm doing a ton of research about what other exhausts are out there

Since you are in AU would it be cheaper to get something straight from Japan since you are closer? Or would the cost be about the same or more? I'm sure there are a few JDM exhausts that would fit your preferences but not sure about the cost of getting it to AU from JP.

Similar cost, depending if you get the muffler or full-cat. I can't really find enough info on other jdm exhausts such as fujutsubo, hks & greddy to make a decision on any of them... (Hardly any videos out either)

Oh and I found out Tomei jp has not relation to Tomei usa. Tomei USA just bought the rights to use the Tomei brand...

Maybe I'll just wait for the AU$ to even out against the USD$?... Really don't know anymore lol

There should be plenty of videos of the HKS exhaust. From what I have heard from people is that it is quiet idle and is only aggressive during WoT. Fujitsubo and Greddy are a bit harder. I know that Greddy, at least on their site, says that 2 of their former exhausts are discontinued. I would say you could find a cheap y-pipe and possibly look into the Apex'i exhaust. I have a video of my former Apex'i. It is a little audible when idling and sounds pretty nice during acceleration. I had to spend around 1750 for the exhaust in the US maybe it will be cheaper from JP?

Yeah, I'm not a fan of the HKS. Do you know much about the Tanabe muffler? Most of the jdm exhausts sell their parts separate. Eg. sell the muffler separate from the mid/ y-pipe. (Very annoying imo)

The most accessible cbe I can get would be the ark dt-s/grip or the invidia gemini. Not many options here down under lol

Or then again there is always the tomei muffler...

Thanks for all your info man I will keep searching lol

I haven't heard many people liking the Tanabe. I don't think it is bad but just not a good of an option as some others out there. Good luck in your search. I've been meaning to put a video of my exhaust but I just haven't had the time yet.

I came across your vid with the Apex'i. Also saw the M7 Japan cbe.. Looks very intriguing it might be the one! Do you know much info on it?

James Jiang says Motordyne

Which are you looking at? I forgot to mention that my version was the resonated version. You could probably go for something a little louder/raspy if you get the non resonated version of the Apex'i. As for the M7 I'm not too sure on that. I know there are a few people who have it and enjoy it. I know that the look of the M7 will be different because the exhaust tips are not tapered off like the Apex'i. There are a few sound clips on youtube but other than that I can't help you on the M7.

I'll probably choose between M7 Japan or the Fujitsubo. The cheapest option would be to go to an exhaust shop and get one custom made but I'm not entirely sure with the benefits of that besides the price...

I just recently came across this... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h-o4iJzzzGM

That does sound pretty good... however, I'm not too fond of how those exhaust tips look. Also the benefits of a custom exhaust is well... it can be custom to however you want it. You can add a resonator, make it a quad tip, have it be straight pipe etc. You can make it to your exact specifications. Plus by having a custom exhaust you will have a one of a kind setup that no one else can compare to in sound/look.

To the Invidia Gemini owners: Am considering this exhaust but have a few questions.
1. Is this exhaust a high quality stainless material such as 304?
2. Is the hardware of good quality? Ex. bands vs clamps, stainless vs steel
3. Is it a legit company, lol? Cant find a trustworthy site that has a real address and phone number of where this exhaust system is actually manufactured.
4. How well does it hold up over time? (for those who have had it for a while)

Am not overly concerned about the tips sticking out issue. I think pushing the stainless tips back as far as reasonably achievable looks just fine.

Thanks for the advice. Narrowed down to this or Stillen, but the price of the Gemini is much more appealing to me.:tiphat:

Though I do not own one myself I think I can answer a few of your questions. I know that the exhaust is of decent quality. By no means is it 100% the best but it is good for the price. That goes for the bands and clamps as well. If I am not mistaken I think I have seen that on a Z in my area and from the looks of it, there are no issues. The brand itself is legit, though I am not sure why there would be no website etc.

Going with Stillen CBE and Gen2 intake. Looking forward to trying them out. Considering the crank pulley mod. Looking into the engine bay, I would imagine it is a PITA. Will need to look into whether or not changing that pulley will void the warranty.