Stillen CBE Owners Chime In

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The Overall build quality is a 9 to me a lot of slip joints. Per my research slip joints are prone for exhaust leaks over time but can be avoided with the clamps provided and resin to seal the slip joints that can be added by yourself or a muffler shop when doing the install. Per Stillen the slip joints are for keeping the shipping cost down and for fine adjustments when installing the exhaust. The Durability is a 10 to me. It’s a massive system that sits secure, steady and stiff. Per Stillen it weights more than stock but the added weight is added on top of the rear wheels to keep the *** planted on turns. The clearance on this cbe is amazing as well! You can slam your Z and have zero scraping issues with this exhaust. Unlike the oem pipes that hang low at stock height and scrape(at least for me they did). Customer service is an 10 fast shipping (got mine in 3 days) respectful, knowledgeable over the phone. The noise level is not as loud as other cars that I have driven with cbe’s but it’s there. Definitely not stock. I consider it none ricer tone more of a grown man type of exhaust note. Bottom line: If given the choice, would you purchase another Stillen CBE for your Z? I wouldn’t see why not. There isn’t anything that I don’t like about them or their product.