Fast Intentions exhaust is here! (continued)

Leuz · 04-22-2013, 07:51 PM

I also placed an order last week for HFC + CF CBE 12'' resonator.
Can't f'wait!!

Thanks to Blake and Tony for their time.

Kabestro · 04-22-2013, 08:00 PM

Updated list?

Gibby1113 · 04-23-2013, 09:38 PM

I know this probably a dumb question but I'm gonna go ahead ask. Does putting an aftermarket exhaust make your mpg better or worse? I really love this exhaust along with the company and would love to represent fast intentions on my 40th. I'm just really concerned about scrapping those beautiful cans. I live in south Texas and there are a few dips and speed bumps in my usual routes. My Z is a DD. I've spoken with Tony and he has mentioned that the exhaust is no lower than the stock exhaust. Can anyone tell me from personal experience if they have scrapped with the new higher cans? I really appreciate any help guys, thanks!!!!

XwChriswX · 04-23-2013, 10:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Gibby1113

I know this probably a dumb question but I'm gonna go ahead ask. Does putting an aftermarket exhaust make your mpg better or worse? I really love this exhaust along with the company and would love to represent fast intentions on my 40th. I'm just really concerned about scrapping those beautiful cans. I live in south Texas and there are a few dips and speed bumps in my usual routes. My Z is a DD. I've spoken with Tony and he has mentioned that the exhaust is no lower than the stock exhaust. Can anyone tell me from personal experience if they have scrapped with the new higher cans? I really appreciate any help guys, thanks!!!!

Since you've asked 2 separate questions, here are the answers to both...

1. (**It is my understanding that...) When you add breathing mods, this allows more air than stock volumes to flow through the motor, thus leaning out the Air/Fuel Ratio (AFR). When the ECU picks up on this, it tries to dump more fuel into the chambers to re-balance the ratio. So in this sense, yes an aftermarket mod can cause your mpg to drop. However, once you have all of the mods you want to do, and get a tune done, the tuner will adjust your AFR maps to accommodate the increased flow and bring your AFR's back to the correct ratio.

2. I do not have the 2nd generation cans, I have the First generation F.I. exhaust (with LOWER cans) and I have never scraped the exhaust. And the second generation cans sit higher than mine, so you have even more clearance. As long as you (the driver) take care to go slowly over speed bumps, and take hills/valleys at angles, you should not (knock on wood) ever have a problem. BTW - I am also lowered 1" all around.

Gibby1113 · 04-23-2013, 10:14 PM

Thanks man I really appreciate the feedback!!! What kind of intakes do you recommend? I'm getting ready to order the k&ns cuz I really don't wanna have to remove my number for the G3s and I do not want to hydrolock with the aem or injens. I want a little more power but if its a waste of money then I might as well save $300.

bullitt5897 · 04-24-2013, 06:50 PM

We just placed our order

XwChriswX · 04-24-2013, 06:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Bullitt@UAMotorsports

We just placed our order

KaienZ34 · 04-24-2013, 07:09 PM

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Originally Posted by XwChriswX

That's cause he ordered one for me too.

XwChriswX · 04-24-2013, 07:15 PM

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Originally Posted by KaienZ34

That's cause he ordered one for me too.

Didn't you already have one??

KaienZ34 · 04-24-2013, 07:41 PM

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Originally Posted by XwChriswX

Didn't you already have one??

Yeah and stillen before that, but the FI was a gen one and I want more ground clearance. I'll be ordering another FI soon enough.

Huck · 04-24-2013, 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by XwChriswX

For the modder on a budget, the K&N Drop ins and Z1 MAF tubes are a great investment. High gains/$$. Granted they won't be quite the same as say Injens or GIII's, but if you can't afford those, and don't want to wait/save. You won't go wrong with the more cost effective setup.

My only concern with the AEM's is the "MAF trickery" they do. I know some people on here have them, and have Zero issues whatsoever. That's all well and good, but it just doesn't sit right with me personally.

With Injens, hydro-lock isn't as big of a problem as it's made out to be. You'd literally have to drive into a river for it to be a Serious problem. If you want that style, but don't want that problem, you can look at the Nism0 intakes. Same design, but with a 2nd filter element mounted inside the engine bay. The downside to the Injens is you have to remove/replace your windshield wash reservoir with their unit.

With the Stillens, people do get uneasy about cutting into their front air dam, but I assure you 10 minutes with a dremel and you're done. It's not that difficult even for the timid.

Other options you can consider are the Akuma and AAM intakes. Both use a similar design and come with 2.75" pipe diameters instead of the 2.5" other use. And are lower cost than the GIII's as well.

Lastly, there is the Takeda/GReddy style which is very similar to the GIII's, but uses a Single filter instead of 2 separate ones.

Several options now, basically it all comes down to whats more important to you? Cost/performance/sound/installation difficulty.

Lol we might as well call you Dr. Cwizzle

Sent from my iPizzle using magic and new-fangled science stuff

XwChriswX · 04-24-2013, 07:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Huck

Lol we might as well call you Dr. Cwizzle

I like the sound of that.

KaienZ34 · 04-24-2013, 08:04 PM

I already sold it and installed it for the new owner. I'm back to bone stock now, well all stock but my wheels and tires.

Niche79 · 04-25-2013, 12:01 PM

Look what just arrived, I will have install picks Saturday when my bud can get it installed. #702 is here!

KaienZ34 · 04-25-2013, 01:04 PM

Anyone who wants to make the drive i'll install their FI catback only (not F-ing with the cats or headers) for free. The guy who bought mine drove 6hrs from Texas and we installed it here no problem.

04-22-2013, 07:51 PM	#1 (permalink)
Leuz Track Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: NorCal Posts: 555 Drives: Bunny Rep Power: 14	I also placed an order last week for HFC + CF CBE 12'' resonator. Can't f'wait!! Thanks to Blake and Tony for their time. __________________ 2013 PW 370Z Touring+Sport, NAV Tint 35% side, 18% back \| RJM clutch pedal \| ZSpeed SS lines \| Stillen Gen3 CAI \| Fast Intentions HFC and TDX 12'' CF CBE \| UpRev

04-22-2013, 08:00 PM	#2 (permalink)
Kabestro Enthusiast Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Puerto Rico Posts: 331 Drives: 13 Nissan 370Z MR M6 Rep Power: 41	Updated list? __________________ Stillen Gen 3 CAI / Fast Intentions HFC and CBE 12" Res. (#730) / Swift Springs / 20mm H&R Spacers / Clutch Helper Spring / UpRev Tune 322whp.

04-23-2013, 09:38 PM	#3 (permalink)
Gibby1113 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: On open empty highways Posts: 366 Drives: 40th anniversary Rep Power: 13	I know this probably a dumb question but I'm gonna go ahead ask. Does putting an aftermarket exhaust make your mpg better or worse? I really love this exhaust along with the company and would love to represent fast intentions on my 40th. I'm just really concerned about scrapping those beautiful cans. I live in south Texas and there are a few dips and speed bumps in my usual routes. My Z is a DD. I've spoken with Tony and he has mentioned that the exhaust is no lower than the stock exhaust. Can anyone tell me from personal experience if they have scrapped with the new higher cans? I really appreciate any help guys, thanks!!!! __________________ 40th anniversary #450/1000 \| Takeda Attack CAI \| Ark DTS exhaust \| to be continued...

04-23-2013, 10:14 PM	#5 (permalink)
Gibby1113 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: On open empty highways Posts: 366 Drives: 40th anniversary Rep Power: 13	Thanks man I really appreciate the feedback!!! What kind of intakes do you recommend? I'm getting ready to order the k&ns cuz I really don't wanna have to remove my number for the G3s and I do not want to hydrolock with the aem or injens. I want a little more power but if its a waste of money then I might as well save $300. __________________ 40th anniversary #450/1000 \| Takeda Attack CAI \| Ark DTS exhaust \| to be continued...

04-24-2013, 06:50 PM	#6 (permalink)
bullitt5897 Premium Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: North GA Posts: 6,831 Drives: Twin Turbo Z34 Rep Power: 3683	We just placed our order __________________ *Shop Cars: 2013 318whp Nismo VspecII 370z SOLD, 2009 1000hp+ 93oct 4.0L TT 370z Fast Intentions STAGE 4 #054*

04-24-2013, 08:04 PM	#13 (permalink)
KaienZ34 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: LA. not L.a. Posts: 21,652 Drives: Z34 Tour/Sport Rep Power: 178	I already sold it and installed it for the new owner. I'm back to bone stock now, well all stock but my wheels and tires. __________________ *"These Violent Delights Have Violent Ends"* http://www.the370z.com/members/kaienz34-albums-z34.html

04-25-2013, 12:01 PM	#14 (permalink)
Niche79 Track Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Kissimmee, FL Posts: 900 Drives: '09 SR Tour/Sprt/Nav Rep Power: 37	Look what just arrived, I will have install picks Saturday when my bud can get it installed. #702 is here! __________________ 2009 370z Solid Red Touring/Sport/Navigation/Illuminated sills/LED interior lights Red/LED plate lights White/ Evo R fog light in Red/Stillen G3 intakes/ Fast Intentions Exhaust with 18" Resonators/ Rays Gramlights 57fxx/ Swift Springs/ Fast Intentions Resonated Test Pipes. NST SUCKS DONT ORDER

04-25-2013, 01:04 PM	#15 (permalink)
KaienZ34 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: LA. not L.a. Posts: 21,652 Drives: Z34 Tour/Sport Rep Power: 178	Anyone who wants to make the drive i'll install their FI catback only (not F-ing with the cats or headers) for free. The guy who bought mine drove 6hrs from Texas and we installed it here no problem. __________________ *"These Violent Delights Have Violent Ends"* http://www.the370z.com/members/kaienz34-albums-z34.html

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