Think to yourself, what's more important:

Highest HP Gain
Volume
Sound
Fumes
Drone/Road Noise


Then rank those 1-5. When you know what your preferred ranking is, then we can tell you the best answer.

Very good answer, Chris!! That might be the simplest (in a good way) and to the point answer I've heard to that question. Bravo!!

:tiphat:

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!

After reading your answerers you should definitely buy FI CBE.

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.

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

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

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!

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

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

Yep

Cool. I am just curious.

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

Just curious

Thanks!!!

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

Please give me a call here at the shop and we can discuss these options in greater detail.

Thank you, Blake

Darn thought this was gonna be the big list update^^^
:eekdance:

We have not finalized this weeks build list, I will try and at least update what
# we are building through this week. Thank you for everyone's continued patience!

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)

Just ordered my FI Non resonated CBE. Havent gotten my invoice yet so I don't know where I stand with the build order but I know the wait is at least 16 weeks. I know it will be worth it so I am not worried about that.

Does anyone know of a good place to get this system installed in Charlotte, NC?

My Z is a 2009 with very low mileage and I want a reliable place that does excellent work.

Thanks guys. Really appreciate all the feedback. Really helped me pull the trigger on this system. Can't Wait!!!

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?

No they don't I had both FI HFC and Berk HFC's on my FI 18in resontors and there is no smell of rotten eggs and no more rasp than FI,and the Berks sound better

I have no idea where you come up with this you must work for FI.:rolleyes:

Was just thinking it would be cool if fast intentions had a twitter account that you uploaded shop pictures of fabrication or anything else that might be interesting.:ugh2:

Let me do some research on how much modification it will take to make this work.. Stay tuned

We actually do have an Instagram account that we try to keep updated however it has been tough with how busy we are lately. A twitter account is also not a bad idea!

@beazt there is a hole in the wall shop that works strictly on performance nissan cars in Spartanburg if you're willing to drive...

You have to cut the midpipe and shorten it by 3"

CIN Motorsports is a pretty reputable G/Z shop in Charlotte. They do good work.

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.

CIN Motorsports, Charlotte, NC http://www.cinmotorsports.com/

Just got an email from Tony. 735 will be ready to ship on Friday :happydance:

Then 26 to go!!! :)


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk- faya baby!

Mine was suppose to ship today but didn't get tracking info.

Is this true? Im #734 haven't heard nothing yet & i called yesterday....

Nice! Sounds like they're ahead of schedule

what number are you??

I'm 729, talked to Tony and it was going to ship this past Friday, but I'm out of town until the 9th and it needs a signature. So Tony and I decided it best to ship Monday (yesterday). But haven't got tracking info just yet.

Stay tuned for your tracking #, you will see it fairly shortly. :tup:

Your CBE and LTH are really going to transform your Z!

It's all good Blake! I'm still out of town for work, so it helps with the time going by.

And for me to be the only one in town with FI!:icon23:

Better be glad it needs a signature I might of had to confiscate those LTHs....:stirthepot:

Both on white Z's at that. I owe you for showing me the light! I think I sold my Motordyne like what, maybe a week after hearing yours? :tiphat: