Fast Intentions exhaust is here! (continued)

kfull · 10-14-2013, 05:18 PM

I had another listen when I left work and couldn't hear the intermittent hiss when idling at all. I did hear it when I got home. I have a feeling it's just air/air pressure equalizing across the x pipe connection since that section seemed to be where it's coming from. Does that sound like a possibility? Anyways I'm not worrying too much. I don't have any cel lights or anything. On another note, this exhaust literally makes me smile when I accelerate. It sounds so amazing. I can see where non res might be too much noise for some people, but I absolutely love it. It almost makes my ears ring

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roplusbee · 10-14-2013, 11:26 PM

Thumbs up dude!

Infamous · 10-16-2013, 12:02 AM

CF non res is the only way to go, kfull! I'm running the same with hfcs.

snowsurfdirtx · 10-16-2013, 11:42 AM

I'm running ART pipes and non-res C/F.. I'll be posting a review and a few videos soon. My only gripe is the VQ hiss, but I don't blame the exhaust. I seriously can't keep my foot out of the gas it sounds so so good. Has a hint of 350z purr to it too. Even my roommate who is a muscle guy likes the sound lol

G37Sam · 10-16-2013, 01:08 PM

LOL and I need to see an ear doctor.

forza370z · 10-16-2013, 01:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by F.I. Inc.

To confirm...The Carbon Fiber mufflers have a slightly "higher" pitched" exhaust note. The Stainless Steel mufflers have a lower and deeper exhaust note. If anyone has any questions on this or anything else, please feel free to call me directly.

Thanks, Tony

Quote:

Originally Posted by kfull

Muahaha! I was right!

Thanks Tony for clear this out! And you win Kfull!

kfull · 10-16-2013, 01:33 PM

I think sound waves bounce off of carbon fiber more completely than stainless steel. Stainless steel absorbs a bit more of the sound wave as it hits, so it muffles the sound slightly better resulting in a deeper tone.

ZForce · 10-16-2013, 02:34 PM

Probably already been answered in the 199 pages of this thread, but I am not going to go thru all 199 pages.

So here goes, Tony, what gaskets are coming with the exhaust and F.I HFC's ?

Do I need to replace any gaskets ? Which are going to be reused if any?

speedfreek · 10-16-2013, 02:52 PM

I think the best advice Tony gave me when trying to choose between CF and SS is not to focus on the sound so much as both are very close and differs between each individual as to what tones they hear. Instead choose on the look you want. The beautiful sound and craftsmanship is a byproduct. Either way it is a win/win.

Stage · 10-16-2013, 06:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by speedfreek

I think the best advice Tony gave me when trying to choose between CF and SS is not to focus on the sound so much as both are very close and differs between each individual as to what tones they hear. Instead choose on the look you want. The beautiful sound and craftsmanship is a byproduct. Either way it is a win/win.

Totally agree!

For my part I went CF because I didn't want the cops following me to easily focus on shinny SS exhaust

F.I. Inc. · 10-17-2013, 07:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by speedfreek

I think the best advice Tony gave me when trying to choose between CF and SS is not to focus on the sound so much as both are very close and differs between each individual as to what tones they hear. Instead choose on the look you want. The beautiful sound and craftsmanship is a byproduct. Either way it is a win/win.

Well said!

1) The Carbon Fiber is lighter than the Stainless Steel.
2) The Carbon Fiber will emit off a slightly higher pitched exhaust note. (Very minimal and most will not pick up the difference.)
3) The aesthetics of the Carbon Fiber will blend in more and look black at night. The Stainless Steel will attract more attention due to its polished mirror finish.

I always tell customers when choosing one over the other to make it about the aesthetics and take the other two reasons out of the equation. If you love the look of the CF mufflers, it is a great investment. If you are on the fence, save the money and go with the SS mufflers.

Thanks, Tony

critical · 10-16-2013, 07:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZForce

Probably already been answered in the 199 pages of this thread, but I am not going to go thru all 199 pages.

So here goes, Tony, what gaskets are coming with the exhaust and F.I HFC's ?

Do I need to replace any gaskets ? Which are going to be reused if any?

i believe the cats to x-pipe gaskets are reused along with the nuts

F.I. Inc. · 10-17-2013, 07:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZForce

Probably already been answered in the 199 pages of this thread, but I am not going to go thru all 199 pages.

So here goes, Tony, what gaskets are coming with the exhaust and F.I HFC's ?

Do I need to replace any gaskets ? Which are going to be reused if any?

My apologies for not answering this sooner. Here is the breakdown below:

FI TP/RTP/HFC/RHFC: 2- 3 Bolt HR Manifold Gaskets / 2- 2 Bolt Gaskets.

FI TDX CBE: 2- 2 Bolt Gaskets / 2- 3 Bolt Gaskets

In the event that you retain stock cats in conjunction with our TDX CBE, reuse the stock 2 bolt gaskets on the bottom of the catalytic converters.

Thanks, Tony

ZForce · 10-17-2013, 11:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by F.I. Inc.

My apologies for not answering this sooner. Here is the breakdown below:

FI TP/RTP/HFC/RHFC: 2- 3 Bolt HR Manifold Gaskets / 2- 2 Bolt Gaskets.

FI TDX CBE: 2- 2 Bolt Gaskets / 2- 3 Bolt Gaskets

In the event that you retain stock cats in conjunction with our TDX CBE, reuse the stock 2 bolt gaskets on the bottom of the catalytic converters.

Thanks, Tony

Thanks, Tony

I am good to go as I am not using stock cats and going with your HFC's. All new bolts and gaskets....yippee

Oh....and I am investing in the CF Canisters. Such a great investment. I am in line within the next 2 weeks for mine to be completed and ready for shipping. .... # 872

MeetZed · 10-18-2013, 09:23 AM

#844, 12" SS CBE!!! The wait is getting worse but its almost over!

10-14-2013, 05:18 PM	#1 (permalink)
kfull Track Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 909 Drives: A lot Rep Power: 15	I had another listen when I left work and couldn't hear the intermittent hiss when idling at all. I did hear it when I got home. I have a feeling it's just air/air pressure equalizing across the x pipe connection since that section seemed to be where it's coming from. Does that sound like a possibility? Anyways I'm not worrying too much. I don't have any cel lights or anything. On another note, this exhaust literally makes me smile when I accelerate. It sounds so amazing. I can see where non res might be too much noise for some people, but I absolutely love it. It almost makes my ears ring . __________________ 2012 GM 6MT sports package \| FI non res cf exhaust \| K&N Drop Ins \| Viper 3303 security system w/ tilt sensor \| GTR start button \| 35% rear 45% side window tint \| Michelin PSS

10-14-2013, 11:26 PM	#2 (permalink)
roplusbee A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Killeen, TX Posts: 2,360 Drives: 2007 350Z NISMO Rep Power: 23	Thumbs up dude! __________________ 2007 350Z NISMO #0618: Zerolift \| UPREV \| F.I. \| Greddy \| Competition Clutch \| Injector Dynamics \| Aeromotive \| Pioneer \| JL

10-16-2013, 11:42 AM	#4 (permalink)
snowsurfdirtx Enthusiast Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: WA Posts: 285 Drives: Too Fast Rep Power: 13	I'm running ART pipes and non-res C/F.. I'll be posting a review and a few videos soon. My only gripe is the VQ hiss, but I don't blame the exhaust. I seriously can't keep my foot out of the gas it sounds so so good. Has a hint of 350z purr to it too. Even my roommate who is a muscle guy likes the sound lol __________________ 11 Red Touring/Sport/Nav, 472/382wtq@7psi.. GTM/Tomei/Volk/Motordyne/Z1/JLAudio/Aeroforce/etc.. 95 S14 in progress, L33 v8.. T7575 turbo/SPL/MCA Suspension/Personal/Works Bell/OZ/etc..

10-16-2013, 01:08 PM	#5 (permalink)
G37Sam A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Dubai, UAE Posts: 1,507 Drives: RB'd G37 Rep Power: 21	LOL and I need to see an ear doctor. __________________ '14 Viper GTS '08 RB'd G37S - Sold

10-16-2013, 01:33 PM	#7 (permalink)
kfull Track Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 909 Drives: A lot Rep Power: 15	I think sound waves bounce off of carbon fiber more completely than stainless steel. Stainless steel absorbs a bit more of the sound wave as it hits, so it muffles the sound slightly better resulting in a deeper tone. __________________ 2012 GM 6MT sports package \| FI non res cf exhaust \| K&N Drop Ins \| Viper 3303 security system w/ tilt sensor \| GTR start button \| 35% rear 45% side window tint \| Michelin PSS

10-16-2013, 12:02 AM	#3 (permalink)
Infamous Track Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 656 Drives: 2012 Nissan 370z mt Rep Power: 15	CF non res is the only way to go, kfull! I'm running the same with hfcs.

10-16-2013, 02:34 PM	#8 (permalink)
ZForce A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Roseville, CA Posts: 2,359 Drives: 09 370Z Tour + Sport Rep Power: 22	Probably already been answered in the 199 pages of this thread, but I am not going to go thru all 199 pages. So here goes, Tony, what gaskets are coming with the exhaust and F.I HFC's ? Do I need to replace any gaskets ? Which are going to be reused if any?

10-16-2013, 02:52 PM	#9 (permalink)
speedfreek A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Huntsville,AL Posts: 1,724 Drives: '12 370Z PW 6sp Rep Power: 19	I think the best advice Tony gave me when trying to choose between CF and SS is not to focus on the sound so much as both are very close and differs between each individual as to what tones they hear. Instead choose on the look you want. The beautiful sound and craftsmanship is a byproduct. Either way it is a win/win. __________________ Tomei\|Berk\|Takeda\|ZSpeed\|Fortune Auto\|Swift\|Eibach\|SPL\|Carbotech\|Motul\|Powertrix\|Stillen\|Aerojacket\|Z1\|Forgestar\|Enkei\|Project Kics\|Nismo Ti\|Llumar speedfreek's journal

10-18-2013, 09:23 AM	#15 (permalink)
MeetZed Base Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Dallas texas Posts: 6 Drives: '13 370z Pearl 7AT Rep Power: 13	#844, 12" SS CBE!!! The wait is getting worse but its almost over!

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