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JB1 · 06-17-2009, 10:25 PM

But this is without the X pipe, isn't it? Just asking, as I am compiling my "mods" list until my 370Z finally arrives...

semtex · 06-18-2009, 08:54 AM

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Originally Posted by JB1

But this is without the X pipe, isn't it? Just asking, as I am compiling my "mods" list until my 370Z finally arrives...

Correct. This was the first 'raw' prototype, which was true-dual if I remember correctly.

Bster · 06-18-2009, 09:37 AM

Need MOAAAAAR......

BerkTech · 06-19-2009, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Bster

Need MOAAAAAR......

Were working on getting the final prototype finished and more video's should be up soon

Bster · 06-19-2009, 05:38 PM

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Originally Posted by BerkTech

Were working on getting the final prototype finished and more video's should be up soon

B1nks · 06-19-2009, 08:41 PM

I hope berk is ready for the group buy cause I know I am haha.

joejo02 · 06-20-2009, 12:15 AM

omg can't wait till the final product is done!!

import111 · 06-20-2009, 08:26 AM

Don't forget to get a weight on this exhaust. Weight is going to be my 1 of my big deciding factors.

WShade · 06-20-2009, 08:36 AM

Most stainless aftermarket exhaust are slightly heavier than stock but I would not allow that to be a deal breaker. For what you make up in power the extra weight is negligible.

miguez · 06-23-2009, 09:55 AM

Being a false statement or not depends on what you are considering, as theDreamer mentioned. Most exhausts that add significant performance are heavier than the stock exhaust, basically due to the stainless steel used in their manufacturing, and partly to their design. So, given Stillen's choice of material, acquisition cost, and mainly their performance gain and sound note, that is competitive.

If weight is a major priority, full-titanium exhausts are available, some with good sound quality, but their price is on a different scale.

import111 · 06-23-2009, 10:00 AM

Find me an exhaust that weighs more than the Stillen and I will not call your statement false. You said the Stillen exhaust has "a competitive weight". As far as I can see it is the heaviest exhaust for the 370Z out right now.

I just don't like miss-information spread around the internet. My research shows your statement about the Stillen exhausts weight to be miss-information.

LiquidZ · 06-24-2009, 01:10 PM

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Originally Posted by import111

Find me an exhaust that weighs more than the Stillen and I will not call your statement false. You said the Stillen exhaust has "a competitive weight". As far as I can see it is the heaviest exhaust for the 370Z out right now.

I just don't like miss-information spread around the internet. My research shows your statement about the Stillen exhausts weight to be miss-information.

I really think you are thinking about this incorrectly. What MigueZ said was not mis-information NOR was he saying that its the lightest exhaust out there.
What he is saying is that the Stillen exhaust isn't light, but it isn't terribly heavy. Yes, it is heavier than stock, but it isn't heavy to the point where its weight can offset its gains. Therefore, I will agree with MigueZ that the Stillen exhaust is still competitive weight wise.

Oh hai Berk

semtex · 06-23-2009, 10:14 AM

Guys, it's not just about weight. Power-to-weight ratio has to enter into the equation as well.

Caravanshaka · 06-23-2009, 10:18 AM

and, the weight is more in the back, which isn't necessarily a bad thing. Now, if you were adding more weight up front that would be a different story.

miguez · 06-23-2009, 10:31 AM

import111, I am not comparing it to other after-market exhausts, but simply to the stock. To me, adding 10 or 11 lbs over the stock for 18 whp gain makes this a competitive advantage over the stock. Again, each person's interpretation depends on what is important to them.

06-18-2009, 09:37 AM	#3 (permalink)
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06-20-2009, 08:36 AM	#9 (permalink)
WShade Track Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 765 Drives: 09 370Z T/S/N Rep Power: 188	Most stainless aftermarket exhaust are slightly heavier than stock but I would not allow that to be a deal breaker. For what you make up in power the extra weight is negligible. __________________ Q50S Q60 RS400

06-23-2009, 10:14 AM	#13 (permalink)
semtex A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Behind enemy lines Age: 55 Posts: 5,995 Drives: People to drink Rep Power: 33	Guys, it's not just about weight. Power-to-weight ratio has to enter into the equation as well. __________________ "There are no small accidents on this circuit." -- Ayrton Senna 316.8whp & 248 ft/lbs (Dyno Dynamics) \| 319whp & 256 ft/lbs (DynoJet) (04/23/10) Stillen G3 CAI, CBE, Pulley / F.I. LTH / GTSpec Ladder Brace / Setrab Oil Cooler / UpRev-tuned by Forged Perf.

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06-17-2009, 10:25 PM	#1 (permalink)
JB1 Track Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Chicagoland Posts: 748 Drives: 09 Nissan 370Z sold Rep Power: 18	But this is without the X pipe, isn't it? Just asking, as I am compiling my "mods" list until my 370Z finally arrives...

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B1nks Track Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Houston,Tx Posts: 721 Drives: 2009 370Z Base 6MT Rep Power: 508	I hope berk is ready for the group buy cause I know I am haha.

06-20-2009, 12:15 AM	#7 (permalink)
joejo02 Base Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Bay Area Posts: 59 Drives: none Rep Power: 251	omg can't wait till the final product is done!!

06-20-2009, 08:26 AM	#8 (permalink)
import111 Track Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Tucson, AZ. Posts: 622 Drives: 09 Nissan 370Z Rep Power: 192	Don't forget to get a weight on this exhaust. Weight is going to be my 1 of my big deciding factors.

06-23-2009, 09:55 AM	#10 (permalink)
miguez Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 359 Drives: '04 Cavalier Rep Power: 182	Being a false statement or not depends on what you are considering, as theDreamer mentioned. Most exhausts that add significant performance are heavier than the stock exhaust, basically due to the stainless steel used in their manufacturing, and partly to their design. So, given Stillen's choice of material, acquisition cost, and mainly their performance gain and sound note, that is competitive. If weight is a major priority, full-titanium exhausts are available, some with good sound quality, but their price is on a different scale.

06-23-2009, 10:00 AM	#11 (permalink)
import111 Track Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Tucson, AZ. Posts: 622 Drives: 09 Nissan 370Z Rep Power: 192	Find me an exhaust that weighs more than the Stillen and I will not call your statement false. You said the Stillen exhaust has "a competitive weight". As far as I can see it is the heaviest exhaust for the 370Z out right now. I just don't like miss-information spread around the internet. My research shows your statement about the Stillen exhausts weight to be miss-information.

06-23-2009, 10:18 AM	#14 (permalink)
Caravanshaka I shake Caravans Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: north Dallas Posts: 9,517 Drives: everyone crazy Rep Power: 43	and, the weight is more in the back, which isn't necessarily a bad thing. Now, if you were adding more weight up front that would be a different story.

06-23-2009, 10:31 AM	#15 (permalink)
miguez Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 359 Drives: '04 Cavalier Rep Power: 182	import111, I am not comparing it to other after-market exhausts, but simply to the stock. To me, adding 10 or 11 lbs over the stock for 18 whp gain makes this a competitive advantage over the stock. Again, each person's interpretation depends on what is important to them.