Fast Intentions exhaust is here! (continued)

megalapagas

Personally I started off with just the exhaust with 12"res...then after seeing Hucks video I called up blake and we both agreed and switched my order to CF non-res Exhaust with T.P and honstly I'm Content with this decision

jooonnn

Highest HP Gain 5 (HP gain is a plus to me as i feel between the options it's not a huge difference number wise, sound AND fitment are my priority)

Volume 3 (i love a loud exhaust with some great volume as long as it can be controlled- just dont want it obnoxious, id prefer not to have a guaranteed way to wake the neighbors in the morning)

Sound 1 (Sound and fitment are my top priorities, i feel the Nismo exhaust i have is too reserved)

Fumes 4 (would prefer not to have too much fumes if its very obvious to people around you)

Drone/Road Noise 2 (i enjoy hearing the exhaust from the inside just would not prefer too much drone if it's wildly apparent even with normal driving)


1 being the most important

Again, i am very grateful to any advice given!

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Baer383

After reading your answerers you should definitely buy FI CBE.

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jooonnn

I actually did order a FI exhaust - i believe i am due sometime in July so i figured i should get a move on any last minute changes!


I am semi-unfamiliar with modding the Z but would you think there is a distinct "tangible" difference due to the slight gain from TP vs HFC? My gut is saying there probably isn't. I'm also reading mixed reviews on TP's - is it true that TP's will put the back end of the car more liable for soot (eg: getting the bumper dirtier, quicker)?

Headers just seem like a nightmare for me in terms of finding a reputable place i could trust for such a difficult looking install. I am already worried about trusting a shop to install HFC/TP's.


Again, i super appreciate all the advice so far guys!

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Baer383

TP will get the back of your car dirty and it may stain the paint if it is not cleaned up properly.

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forza370z

Have you guys had both FI and Berk hfcs paired with F.I. catback thus made that conclusion?

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Baer383

Yep

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1cleanZ

Keep in mind, FI HFC's are 300 cell, and Berks are 200 cell. The 300 cell cat will dampen the noise level more then the Berks will.

Also keep in mind that Berks have a terrible rep for rasp & burning out, and smelling like rotten eggs. Just my .02

If you're truly looking for more sound then the 300 cell Fast Intentions cats, you can do a 12" resonator or even a Resonator delete on the catback....or do Fast Intentions Resonated TP's(will also gain about 5 more hp over the cats)

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XwChriswX

On a 300hp+ car, the +/-5hp difference you'll see between TP's and HFC's will be hard to notice anywhere else than a dyno. Any butt dyno gains you feel will be psychosomatic.

With a regular cleaning schedule (as any sports car owner should already have), your rear bumper will not suffer any increase in dirtiness from TP's over HFC's. Especially due to the fact the FI tips stick out ever so slightly past the rear bumper. Also, a good wipe down with Mothers Mag & Aluminum polish will keep the tips themselves clean. If your engine is producing that much carbon, you should take it somewhere and have the tune looked at.

As for the header install, it is not for the faint of heart, but it is (and has been) done DIY, so it's not impossible. A TP/HFC install is easier to do in your driveway, provided lifting ability and the right amount of extensions.

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XwChriswX

Based on your rankings, I would not recommend headers.

I would recommend for you the 18" Resonators, and HFC's.

I'm recommending HFC's over TPs as you are not looking for the highest HP and do not want fumes, and you also want to mitigate drone.

I will leave the option of Carbon Fiber cans over Stainless Steel cans to you as they affect appearance. The benefits of the CF over the SS is a slightly higher "more exotic" sounding exhaust tone, vs the SS which will have a deeper rumble to it.

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Baer383

Get the Berk HFC they sound alot better than FI when paired with the 18in resonators with SS mufflers,the CF mufflers are louder.

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XwChriswX

I have to second this ^^ (Sorry Tony ) The Berk HFC's paired with the F.I. CBE sound amaziiiing! (Archer reference)

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beaZt

Ordering one soon. Has anyone had problems with FI non resonated cbe with Berk hfc's???

Just curious

Thanks!!!

LakeShow

I don't see why it would cause any issues. Many have paired the FI exhaust with Berk products.

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BrandonSS

Blake@FI (or any FI guys)

I have a local basically giving away his traditional G37 FI exhaust. Is there any way of making this work on a 370? Mounts the same? Shorten the mid pipe?